Month: July 2026
7702 posts
Sokoto Police Rescue 32 Hostages Following Bandit Raid
Security forces in Sokoto State rescued 32 hostages and disrupted a major bandit operation in Rabah Local Government Area, though four civilians were killed during the initial attack.
APP Celebrates Court Ruling Securing Opposition Participation for 2027
The Action Peoples Party has welcomed an appellate court ruling that protects opposition participation in the 2027 elections, calling it a victory for Nigeria's democratic system.
Burna Boy and Shakira Set Record for Highest-Charting World Cup Anthem
The collaboration between Burna Boy and Shakira, Dai Dai, has officially become the highest-charting World Cup song of all time.
Governor Uba Sani Selects Jerry Adams as 2027 Running Mate
Governor Uba Sani has named KADIRS boss Jerry Adams as his running mate for the 2027 Kaduna gubernatorial election, citing his administrative merit and the need for regional representation.
IFAB Confirms VAR Protocol Error Regarding Embolo Red Card at World Cup
IFAB has clarified that VAR protocols were misapplied during the 2026 World Cup, specifically regarding the controversial dismissal of Switzerland's Breel Embolo.
Sam Amadi: Inadequate Historical Records Hinder Reconciliation After Biafra War
Sam Amadi argues that Nigeria's failure to maintain a factual, official record of the Biafra war continues to cause social and political instability.
Scholar behind acclaimed Odyssey translation critiques Nolan film adaptation
Academic Emily Wilson, whose translation of The Odyssey influenced Sir Christopher Nolan's latest film, has published a critical review labeling the screenplay shallow and underdeveloped despite the movie's commercial success.
NANS Announces State of Emergency Following Fatal Attack on Ogun Student
NANS has declared a state of emergency in Eruku, Ogun State, following the murder of a final-year polytechnic student during an armed robbery.
Five Nigerian Foods That Require Careful Consumption
While Nigerian cuisine is culturally significant, experts caution that proper preparation and moderation are vital when consuming staples like fufu, suya, palm oil, fried snacks, and kunu to avoid health risks.
Nigerian Navy intercepts tanker smuggling 650 tonnes of stolen crude
The Nigerian Navy intercepted the MT FILIA carrying 650 metric tonnes of stolen crude oil, leading to the arrest of its 12-member crew.