News as it breaks
The tragic death of 20-year-old University of Cape Coast (UCC) student, Innocentia Avinu, has left students, family members, and the wider community in deep shock and mourning. According to reports from her roommates, Innocentia, a Level 200 Human Resource Management student, left her hostel on Thursday evening after informing them…
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, arguing that the sites are harming young people’s wellbeing and exposing them to dangerous content. Speaking about the proposed legislation, Starmer said the government would introduce a “total ban”…
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has appeared before the Federal High Court in Kaduna for the continuation of proceedings in his ongoing corruption trial. The former governor arrived at the court under the escort of officials of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), alongside operatives…
The Plateau State Government has intensified emergency measures to contain a cholera outbreak in Mangu Local Government Area after suspected cases surged to 53, with five deaths recorded across three affected wards. Speaking at a press briefing in Jos, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Nicholas Ba’amlong, said the…
Peter Obi has praised Afrobeats star Davido for using a global stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown concert to draw attention to Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and the plight of abducted schoolchildren. In a statement posted on his official X account, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate described the…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has postponed the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Orientation Course for Prospective Corps Members deployed to Niger State following ongoing renovation work at the state’s orientation camp. In a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, the scheme explained…
Popular AI content creator Jarvis, widely known as Jadrolita, has sparked widespread reactions online after sharing photos that appeared to show an engagement ring on her finger. The social media personality set tongues wagging after posting the images on X, accompanied by a teasing caption that read, “Zoom in and…
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is set to visit Benue State on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as part of the nationwide Renewed Hope Initiative aimed at empowering women, strengthening families, and supporting vulnerable groups across the country. The visit, described as a significant moment for the state, will see the First Lady…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has shared a touching story about the continued support he receives from his father, proving that success does not diminish the value of parental encouragement. Speaking about his journey in the music industry, Davido revealed that despite earning substantial income from his music career, his father still…
Veteran actress and singer Toyin Adewale has opened up about how music star Davido played a crucial role in launching the career of her son, Mayorkun. Speaking on the early days of Mayorkun’s rise to fame, Adewale explained that the breakthrough happened unexpectedly when the singer visited a cousin in…
