Femi Gbajabiamila files N15 billion defamation lawsuit against Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew
Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila has taken legal action against Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, seeking N15 billion in damages for allegedly defamatory bribery accusations regarding a government grant.
July 16, 2026
US House approves measure to block all aid to Nigeria citing religious persecution
The US House of Representatives has passed an amendment to block all aid to Nigeria until the government improves its response to violence against Christian communities.
July 16, 2026
Dangote Refinery Addresses Rumors Regarding Petrol Sales Suspension
Dangote Refinery officially denies reports of halted petrol sales, clarifying that its 700,000-barrel-per-day operation continues as depot owners hike prices.
July 16, 2026
Victoria Beckham Comforts David After England’s World Cup Exit
David Beckham appeared visibly moved while receiving support from his wife, Victoria, after England's 2-1 defeat by Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.
July 16, 2026
UK health advisors propose universal free MenB vaccination for 15-year-olds
UK health experts recommend that 15-year-olds receive a free meningitis B vaccine to improve protection against the potentially fatal disease.
July 16, 2026
Abuja Federal High Court to Rule on PDP Leadership Dispute Friday
Justice Salim Ibrahim of the Federal High Court in Abuja is set to deliver a verdict on Friday regarding the PDP leadership dispute involving the faction led by Kabir Turaki.
July 16, 2026
Atiku Alleges Tinubu is Using NBA Polls to Rehearse 2027 Election Rigging
Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of interfering in the Nigerian Bar Association elections, alleging the move serves as a blueprint for rigging the 2027 general elections.
July 16, 2026
Kano Hisbah prohibits commercial mobile film sharing at charging stations
Kano State's Hisbah Board has officially banned the commercial sharing of films at phone charging centers to protect minors from accessing inappropriate content.
July 16, 2026
Six Decades of Disappointment: England’s World Cup Drought Analyzed
England's quest for another World Cup title remains unfulfilled after a semi-final defeat to Argentina, marking 60 years since their only tournament victory.
July 16, 2026
Senate Approves Former FUOYE VC Fasina as Ambassador Following Heated Debate
Despite protests from civil society groups regarding pending court cases, the Nigerian Senate has confirmed Professor Abayomi Fasina as a non-career ambassador.
July 16, 2026