Lagos dispatch rider killed in tanker collision; driver in custody
A commercial dispatch rider died in Ikeja after being hit by a tanker, leading to the driver's arrest by LASTMA officials.
July 22, 2026
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Nigeria’s Mass Trials for Lacking Evidence and Coercion
Human Rights Watch warns that Nigeria's mass trials for terrorism suspects rely on coerced guilty pleas and lack sufficient evidence for fair prosecution.
July 22, 2026
Civil society group demands state of emergency for Benin-Sapele-Warri highway
ANEEJ is calling for a state of emergency on the Benin-Sapele-Warri highway, citing severe economic losses, safety risks, and the need for urgent government intervention.
July 22, 2026
Bola Oyebamiji Urges Osun Voters to Collect PVCs for Upcoming Election
APC gubernatorial candidate Bola Oyebamiji has rallied residents of Osun to collect their voter cards, promising a focus on agriculture, healthcare, and education while ensuring a secure electoral process.
July 22, 2026
NCC urges African regulators to unify for data-driven communication governance
The NCC is calling for stronger cooperation among African regulators to improve evidence-based decision-making and tackle complex digital challenges collectively.
July 22, 2026
Teenager killed and cattle stolen during armed raid in Benue
A 15-year-old boy was killed and several cattle were rustled during an armed raid in Olahimu village, Benue State, prompting urgent calls for security intervention.
July 22, 2026
Governor Yusuf Announces State of Emergency Over Kano Drug Crisis
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has declared a state of emergency in Kano to combat rising drug abuse, introducing new executive powers, curfews, and a specialized task force to dismantle criminal networks.
July 22, 2026
October 27 ruling scheduled for contested documents in N152 million property trial
Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos will decide on October 27, 2026, whether to admit disputed evidence in a N152 million real estate fraud case against Oak Homes Limited and its CEO, Olukayode Olusanya.
July 22, 2026
Southern Brave stage dramatic recovery to defeat Welsh Fire
Southern Brave overturned a difficult position to secure an eight-run win against Welsh Fire in their opening match of The Hundred.
July 22, 2026
NNPCL Raises Petrol Costs Again Within 48 Hours
The NNPCL has hiked its petrol prices for the second time in two days, moving the rate to N1,335 per litre amid ongoing volatility in the oil market.
July 22, 2026