Legal counsel asserts EFCC must secure court order to freeze Osun state funds
Osun State counsel Prof. Mubarak Adekilekun argues that the EFCC violated legal requirements by failing to provide a court order before restricting access to the state government's account.
August 8, 2026
Fulani Youth Group Issues Warning Over Rising Violence in Plateau State
The Fulani Youths Movement has warned ethnic militias in Plateau State that it will no longer tolerate the ongoing violence and killings of herders in the region.
August 8, 2026
Super Falcons Facing Cameroon: The Unfair Scrutiny of Justin Madugu
As the Super Falcons head into a pivotal quarter-final against Cameroon, head coach Justin Madugu faces undue criticism while navigating a tournament hampered by poor preparation and a rapidly evolving African football landscape.
August 8, 2026
Jose Mourinho reveals Real Madrid roster for Ferencvaros exhibition match
Jose Mourinho has selected his Real Madrid squad for the upcoming pre-season friendly against Ferencvaros in Budapest, featuring key talents like Vinicius Junior and Bernardo Silva.
August 8, 2026
Indian authorities detain two Nigerian women following a N380 million cocaine bust
Delhi police have arrested two Nigerian women, Chikanso James and Happiness Okoye, after seizing 2.28 kilograms of cocaine valued at N380 million at the Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station.
August 8, 2026
Tension erupts between 2Baba and estranged wife Natasha at Abuja music event
A confrontation between 2Baba and his estranged wife, Natasha, occurred at an Abuja lounge on Friday, with 2Baba's team alleging an attempted abduction.
August 8, 2026
Nigerian Defence Headquarters Reports 363 Rescued and 69 Terrorists Neutralized in Weekly Operations
Nigerian troops successfully neutralized 69 terrorists and rescued 363 hostages during intense weekly operations, while also dismantling illegal refineries and recovering over 250,000 litres of stolen crude.
August 8, 2026
Benue Police Detain Five Pakistani Nationals and Seize 35 Mobile Phones
Benue State police have arrested five Pakistani nationals and recovered 35 mobile phones following intelligence-led operations in Otukpo and Ugbokolo.
August 8, 2026
Nigeria Faces Urgent Crisis as Children Fall Into Alcohol Habit
Underage alcohol consumption is becoming a normalized, dangerous trend in Nigeria, driven by easy access to affordable sachets and a culture that unwittingly puts children in contact with intoxicants through daily errands.
August 8, 2026
Bristol Airport Flight Disruptions Extend into Second Day
Flights at Bristol Airport remain suspended for a second day as authorities work to resolve a mysterious runway defect that left hundreds of travelers stranded.
August 8, 2026