Nigeria Police Force Celebrates Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel’s Commonwealth Gold Medal
Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel won the 400m hurdles gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, drawing praise from the Nigeria Police Force leadership.
August 1, 2026
Oyetola Rebrands Nigerian Ports as Essential Economic Powerhouses
Minister Adegboyega Oyetola urges a shift in perspective, positioning Nigerian ports as critical drivers of national industrial growth rather than mere transit points.
August 1, 2026
Zambia manager Nora Häuptle sends warning to Nigeria before WAFCON showdown
Zambia coach Nora Häuptle insists her team is ready to defeat Nigeria in their critical WAFCON group stage match to secure a quarter-final spot.
August 1, 2026
Abducted Benue Seminarian Kelvin Ochai Gains Freedom
A Catholic seminarian from the Otukpo Diocese, Kelvin Ochai, has regained his freedom after escaping from his captors in Benue State.
August 1, 2026
Lorena Wiebes Secures Victory in Tour de France Femmes Opener
Lorena Wiebes claimed the first stage and yellow jersey of the Tour de France Femmes after a powerful sprint finish in Lausanne.
August 1, 2026
Osun 2026: Candidates Skip Debates Leading to Cancellation
Major political candidates in the upcoming Osun State election have skipped multiple scheduled debates, leading organizers to cancel the events.
August 1, 2026
38 Nigerien soldiers killed in coordinated Islamic State attacks
Suspected Islamic State fighters killed 38 Nigerien soldiers in two separate attacks in the Diffa and Dosso regions, highlighting ongoing regional security instability.
August 1, 2026
Kano Sharia Commission Prohibits Tricycle Attachment for Female Passengers
The Kano State Sharia Commission has banned commercial tricycle riders from seating female passengers on the sides of their vehicles to prevent improper physical contact.
August 1, 2026
Kogi Police launch probe into murder of Catholic priest
Kogi State police have opened an investigation into the death of Rev. Fr. Samuel Opeyemi, whose body was discovered in the Ajaokuta Local Government Area.
August 1, 2026
INEC Tests BVAS Ahead of Osun Gubernatorial Poll
INEC conducted a trial accreditation exercise in Osun State, confirming that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System is ready for the upcoming governorship election after resolving initial technical issues.
August 1, 2026