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The Federal Government has inaugurated a ₦40 billion closed-circuit television (CCTV) control centre on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, marking a major step toward improving road safety and security on one of Nigeria’s busiest transport corridors. Speaking at the inauguration on Monday, the Minister of Works, David Umahi,…
Lagos played host to Africa’s biggest music celebration night as Nigerian superstars Rema, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Shallipopi and Phyno emerged among the top winners at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA 2026). The star-studded ceremony, held at the Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites,…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered a full investigation into allegations of medical negligence following the death of Nkanu Nnamdi, the 21-month-old son of award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Reports indicate that Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twin sons, died on January 6, 2026, at a Euracare Hospital in…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi have joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the Super Eagles’ 2–0 victory over Algeria, a win that secured Nigeria a place in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In separate statements, both opposition leaders described…
Pope Leo XIV has called for a global ban on surrogacy and renewed efforts to protect the unborn, warning that modern policies are increasingly undermining the dignity of human life. The pontiff made the remarks on January 9 during his annual “State of the World” address to ambassadors from 184…
Former Brazil international Hulk, who currently plays for Atlético Mineiro, has sparked widespread controversy after marrying Camila Angelo, the niece of his ex-wife, Iran Angelo, in a religious ceremony. The 38-year-old footballer and Camila had previously completed a civil wedding in 2020, but images from their recent church ceremony reignited…
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has spoken publicly about the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu, saying he would still be alive but for what she described as a critical incident at Euracare Hospital in Lagos on January 6. Adichie explained that her account was initially shared privately with…
Afrobeat singer and activist Seun Kuti has called out Wizkid’s fan base, Wizkid FC, for repeatedly referencing his late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, during online music debates. In a strongly worded video shared on Instagram, Seun accused the fan group of ignorance and disrespect, urging them to stop invoking Fela’s name…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a commanding performance to defeat Algeria 2-0 and secure a place in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Victor Osimhen was the star of the night in Marrakesh, opening the scoring shortly after the restart before providing the assist for Akor Adams’ second goal…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), operating under the joint task force of Operation HADIN KAI, has recorded another major operational success after conducting a coordinated air interdiction at Abbaga Jiri in the Timbuktu Triangle of Borno State. In a statement, the Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters Nigerian Air…
