News as it breaks
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, was on Friday honoured with the Beacon of Education Award by Beautiful Beginning Academy in recognition of her outstanding contributions to education, youth development and humanitarian service, as the school celebrated its 2026 Graduation Ceremony in…
The Senate has passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing stiffer penalties for a range of traffic offences in a bid to improve road safety and strengthen compliance with traffic regulations. Under the amendment, motorists who fail to obey traffic lights, road signs, pavement markings…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has banned the downloading and distribution of movies through mobile phones across the state’s 44 local government areas, citing the need to protect public morality and uphold Islamic values. The directive was announced on Thursday by the Deputy Commander-General of the board, Dr. Mujahid Aminuddeen,…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has spoken about the close bond he shares with his wife, Chioma, saying they communicate every day regardless of where he is in the world. The award-winning singer made the remarks during a livestream with Darvel, where he described Chioma as an irreplaceable part of his life…
England manager Thomas Tuchel has come under heavy criticism from the British media following his side’s 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup semi-final, with commentators accusing the German of adopting overly defensive tactics that cost the Three Lions a place in the final. England appeared on course…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has said the exit of Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, from the party left the South-East disadvantaged and politically confused during the process that produced former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as the ADC’s vice-presidential…
Veteran Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki, has celebrated his wife, Stephanie, with a heartfelt birthday message, expressing his love and appreciation for her. The actor took to his Instagram page to share photos of his wife alongside a touching tribute, describing her as his “wife, partner in…
Popular Nigerian content creator and comedian, Maraji, has encouraged Black women to embrace their natural hair, urging them to reject societal beauty standards that pressure them to alter their appearance. In a post that has sparked conversations on social media, the entertainer questioned why many Black women feel they must…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of more than 40 properties linked to former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik delivered the ruling on Wednesday after granting an application filed by the Economic…
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has lauded the Federal Government for introducing the National Guidelines for Public Procurement of Food and Related Services, describing the policy as a major step toward improving nutrition and creating healthier food environments in public institutions across Nigeria. The guidelines, published in December…
