Israeli Defence Chief Declares Indefinite Military Presence in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza
Defence Minister Israel Katz has confirmed that Israeli military forces will occupy security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza indefinitely to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens.
July 1, 2026
Armed Men Kidnap Cleric and Two Worshippers in Benue State
A senior NKST pastor and two congregants have been kidnapped by unidentified gunmen in Benue State, prompting urgent calls for their rescue by church leadership.
July 1, 2026
Legal Group Challenges LPPC Suspension of Mike Ozekhome’s SAN Title in ECOWAS and National Industrial Courts
A lawyers' association is challenging the LPPC's suspension of Mike Ozekhome's SAN rank, filing suits in ECOWAS and National Industrial courts citing unfair treatment and lack of jurisdiction.
July 1, 2026
Incoming Chancellor Faces £4.7bn Funding Gap for Defence Strategy
A defence minister confirmed that the next government must bridge a £4.7bn funding gap to fulfill Sir Keir Starmer's new military investment commitments.
July 1, 2026
World Bank Grants Nigeria New $1.25 Billion Loan
The World Bank has provided a $1.25 billion loan to Nigeria under a new six-year partnership framework aimed at boosting employment and private sector growth.
July 1, 2026
Peter Obi Shares His 2027 Presidential Vision for a Productive Nigeria
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has unveiled his 2027 vision, focusing on economic productivity, educational reform, and the creation of a more prosperous and unified Nigeria.
July 1, 2026
Niger State Legislature Rejects Claims of Indefinite Suspension and Executive Conflict
Speaker Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin Daji has refuted rumors of an indefinite legislative break and denied any conflict between the Niger State House of Assembly and the executive branch.
July 1, 2026
Lagos State Shifts BECE Exams Due to Ikorodu Oro Festival
Lagos State has rescheduled Wednesday's BECE exams to July 7 because of the Oro Festival in Ikorodu.
July 1, 2026
Rufai Oseni Calls for Disclosure of Coastal Road Environmental Assessment Amid Lagos Flooding
Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni has challenged federal and state authorities to release the Environmental Impact Assessment report for the Lagos coastal road project following recent flooding.
July 1, 2026
APC Updates INEC Candidate List: Six Senatorial and 19 House Hopefuls Dropped
The APC has finalized its candidate list for INEC, removing several senatorial and House of Representatives aspirants following internal appeal committee reviews.
July 1, 2026