Uncovering the Hidden Drivers of Nigeria’s Kidney Disease Crisis
Nigeria is witnessing a rise in kidney failure among younger adults, driven by undiagnosed hypertension, the misuse of painkillers, unregulated herbal remedies, and environmental toxins.
July 19, 2026
Sokoto lawmaker expresses grief over nine Yabo youths killed in road crash
Sokoto lawmaker Abubakar Shehu Shamaki Yabo has mourned nine youths from his constituency who perished in a road accident while traveling to Lagos for work.
July 19, 2026
Kylian Mbappe Surpasses Lionel Messi as World Cup All-Time Scoring Leader
Kylian Mbappe has surpassed Lionel Messi as the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history following a two-goal performance in France's third-place playoff against England.
July 19, 2026
US Conducts Retaliatory Strikes Following Military Casualties in Jordan
Following the deaths of two American soldiers in Jordan, the US launched retaliatory airstrikes against Iran, as Tehran responded by targeting US military bases across the Gulf region.
July 19, 2026
Benue Police Leadership Gathers Stakeholders to Confront Rising Insecurity
AIG Dankombo F. Morris led a security summit in Makurdi involving diverse stakeholders to devise strategies against the rising crime wave in Benue State.
July 19, 2026
Ben Askren returns to the mat in final wrestling match following recovery
Ben Askren has retired from professional wrestling after a points loss to Belal Muhammad, marking a poignant return to sport following a near-fatal battle with pneumonia.
July 19, 2026
Nigeria and Senegal Commit to Renewing Bilateral Cooperation
Nigeria and Senegal officials have agreed to reactivate their Joint Commission to improve economic and political cooperation between the two nations.
July 19, 2026
Obong of Calabar Urges WAEC to Restore Efik Language to Syllabus
The Obong of Calabar Executive Forum is pressing WAEC to return the Efik language to its curriculum, citing its historical significance and ongoing efforts to prevent its decline.
July 19, 2026
Bülent Timurlenk Questions Victor Osimhen’s Suitability for Galatasaray Captaincy
Bülent Timurlenk argues that Victor Osimhen’s emotional volatility makes him an unsuitable choice for the Galatasaray captaincy, favoring Abdülkerim Bardakcı instead.
July 19, 2026
Abia State Administration Draws Criticism Over Flooding in Owerinta
The Abia State government is addressing public backlash after road construction activities in Owerinta led to increased flooding, citing natural terrain issues as the primary cause.
July 19, 2026