News as it breaks
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has urged Nigerian youths to take active roles in peacebuilding and conflict prevention ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Director-General of IPCR, Dr Joseph Ochogwu, made the call in Abuja at the opening of a two-day training programme for National Youth…
Nigeria and China have used a food festival in Abuja to celebrate 55 years of diplomatic relations and promote stronger cultural, tourism and economic cooperation. The Nigeria-China Food Festival, held at the China Cultural Centre, brought together government officials, diplomats, hospitality professionals, creatives and other stakeholders from both countries. Speaking…
The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) has deployed 18 Nigerian professionals to Rwanda, urging them to uphold Nigeria’s image through professionalism, discipline and dedication to service. The Director-General of NTAC, Dr. Yusuf Yakub, gave the charge during an orientation and briefing for the volunteers in Abuja, ahead of their deployment…
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has resigned from office. Gusau announced his resignation on Thursday at the NFF Secretariat in Abuja, bringing his tenure to an end amid growing concerns over the state of Nigerian football. He confirmed his decision during a press conference with journalists…
The General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Emmanuel Ugboaja, has died after a protracted illness. Ugboaja reportedly died on Thursday, although details surrounding his death remained sketchy as of the time of filing this report. His death was announced to members of the NLC National Executive Council (NEC),…
Nigerian dancer and socialite Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has been formally charged in the United Kingdom with five alleged sexual offences. According to court records, the charges include attempted rape, two counts of rape and two counts of assault by penetration. Snaresbrook Crown Court in London confirmed…
Nigerian rapper Odumodu Blvck has revealed that he would choose an Arsenal Premier League title over winning a Grammy Award. Speaking during an interview on Capital XTRA, the outspoken Arsenal supporter explained how much winning the league would mean to him, recalling the club’s previous title race with Manchester City.…
Salt, the sister of Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, has shared her views on dating a man who is financially less wealthy than her. Speaking on the Wahala Podcast, Salt was asked whether she would date a man who was less wealthy than her. “I will control him o,” she replied.…
The National Economic Council (NEC) has endorsed the Revised National Social Protection Policy, 2026–2030, and approved the rehabilitation of 13 police training institutions across the country. The Council also urged state governments to align their social protection policies and implementation plans with the revised national framework. The resolutions were reached…
Nigerian singer Augustine Kelechi Okechukwu, popularly known as Tekno, has weighed in on the history of Afrobeat and the legacy of late music icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, arguing that the genre’s development cannot be attributed to one person alone. Speaking during an interview on HOT 97, Tekno acknowledged Fela’s significant influence…
