News as it breaks
At least three children have died following a tragic boat accident near Ikebiri-One community in Bayelsa State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when a wooden commercial boat traveling from Azuzuama community to Yenagoa, the state capital, reportedly capsized near Ikebiri-One. Eyewitnesses said the accident happened around…
The Federal Government has announced the death of senior diplomat, Mohammed Mahmud Lele, describing his passing as a significant loss to Nigeria’s foreign service and the nation at large. In a statement issued by the Ministry’s Spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, Ambassador Lele died in the early hours of April 19, 2026,…
Pope Leo XIV made a rare and pointed appeal for greater freedom and improved prison conditions in Equatorial Guinea, urging authorities to safeguard human dignity as he visited the authoritarian Central African nation. Speaking during a Mass attended by an estimated 100,000 worshippers in Mongomo, the stronghold of President Teodoro…
The Senate has directed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and other service chiefs to conduct a comprehensive operational and logistical audit following recent attacks on military formations in Benisheikh and Monguno, Borno State. The resolution, adopted during plenary on Tuesday, mandates a detailed review of the…
Afrobeats star Davido has confirmed that his long-anticipated collaborative album with American R&B singer Chris Brown is on course for release next year, reigniting excitement among fans after nearly two years of speculation. The Nigerian singer disclosed this on the sidelines of his performance at Coachella 2026, where he…
The trial of 11 defendants charged with the murder of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu resumed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Jabi, Abuja, with a prosecution witness detailing how investigators tracked down and arrested the suspects linked to the killing. Testifying before Justice Mohammed…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has inaugurated a seven-member task force in Kano State to curb the circulation of fake, counterfeit and unwholesome food products and drugs, in a move aimed at strengthening regulatory enforcement and protecting public health. Speaking during the inauguration, NAFDAC Director-General,…
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has ushered in a new chapter, officially unveiling Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma and South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha as co-hosts for its 12th edition, scheduled to hold next month at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites. The announcement marks the end of…
The Edo State Police Command has launched an intensive search-and-rescue operation following a deadly armed attack on a commercial bus along the Lagos–Benin Expressway, which left the driver dead and several passengers abducted. Police authorities confirmed that tactical teams, anti-kidnapping operatives, vigilantes, and local hunters have been deployed to…
A Kaduna State High Court has adjourned the bail hearing of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to the first week of June 2026. The presiding judge, Justice Darius Khobo, fixed the new date following proceedings in the high-profile case, which has attracted widespread public attention. El-Rufai is…
