Adamawa Father Receives 30-Year Prison Sentence for Impregnating Daughter
A Ganye Upper Area Court has sentenced Jediel Sylvester to 30 years in prison for sexually abusing and impregnating his own daughter.
July 16, 2026
Military personnel prevent abduction in Benue and seize three motorbikes
Operation WHIRL STROKE troops stopped a kidnapping attempt in Benue State and recovered three motorcycles after suspects fled the scene.
July 16, 2026
US Implements New Visa Time Limits for Nigerians and International Visitors Starting September 2026
New DHS regulations will cap visa durations for students, exchange visitors, and journalists from Nigeria and other countries beginning in September 2026.
July 16, 2026
UK government plans major overhaul of wedding regulations
New government proposals in England and Wales aim to modernize marriage laws, allowing weddings to be held at a wider variety of venues, provided they maintain a sense of dignity.
July 16, 2026
Central Bank of Nigeria Mandates BDCs to Return Unused FX to NFEM
The Central Bank of Nigeria has ordered BDCs to return unutilized foreign exchange to the NFEM market within 24 hours of the expiration of the utilization period to improve retail liquidity.
July 16, 2026
Ebonyi State Government Removes Unauthorized Buildings and Mandates Drainage Maintenance in Abakaliki
Officials in Ebonyi State have pulled down illegal structures across Abakaliki and issued a directive for residents to clear drainage systems to prevent flooding and improve urban order.
July 16, 2026
Niger INEC Vows to Resolve Previous Election Issues Ahead of 2027
Niger State's INEC commissioner, Dr. Oliver Tersoo Agundu, guarantees that lessons learned from past errors will lead to a more credible and inclusive 2027 election process.
July 16, 2026
Tehran allegedly orders Houthis to block Red Sea in retaliation for US strikes
Tehran has reportedly instructed the Houthis to prepare a blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait if the United States attacks Iranian power facilities.
July 16, 2026
Atiku Claims Tinubu is Preparing to Rig 2027 Polls Using NBA Election as a Trial
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar alleges that the Tinubu administration is manipulating the NBA presidential election as a test run for rigging the 2027 general elections.
July 16, 2026
England’s Path Forward: Addressing Thomas Tuchel’s Challenges Before Euro 2028
Thomas Tuchel must rebuild England's squad and tactical philosophy following a frustrating World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, with key questions emerging regarding striker depth, midfield balance, and long-term planning for Euro 2028.
July 16, 2026