Nigerian actor Joseph Momodu has announced that he has officially joined the United States Army, describing the achievement as a personal commitment to continue the legacy of his late father, who served in the Nigeria Police Force. The actor shared the news through a post on Instagram on Friday alongside a photo of himself in [...]

Fresh controversy has emerged around the family of late Nollywood star Mr Ibu after a woman identifying herself as the actor’s first wife publicly reacted to recent claims of financial hardship made by his widow, Stella Maris Okafor. The response followed Stella’s appearance in an interview with influencer King Mitchy, where she spoke about the [...]

The Yobe State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured the conviction of 27 persons charged with The post NDLEA secures 27 convictions, arrests 151 drug suspects in Yobe appeared first on Tribune Online.

After every off-cycle election, I make it a habit to sit down and do a proper post-mortem. Not the kind where you pretend everything was fine or the kind where you cry foul because your preferred candidate lost, but an honest, eyes-wide-open assessment of what happened and what it tells us about where we are […]

Nigeria has drawn the first tranche of about $1.5 billion from a $5 billion financing arrangement with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Bloomberg reported on Friday. The amount was accessed over the past two weeks via a Total Return Swap (TRS) transaction that forms part of a broader $5 billion facility approved earlier this year. […]

The executive secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah, has charged middle managers in the organisation to embrace innovation, accountability, discipline and professionalism as the Council intensifies efforts to strengthen its role as Nigeria’s Port Economic Regulator and a leading trade facilitation institution. Akutah gave the charge over the weekend while declaring […]

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has strengthened its digital banking proposition by integrating mutual fund investment services into its mobile application, a move aimed at expanding wealth creation opportunities for customers and deepening financial inclusion. The latest upgrade to the FCMB mobile app allows customers to invest in mutual funds directly from their mobile devices, […]

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has called for greater investment in local mineral processing across Africa, declaring that the continent must move beyond exporting raw materials and focus on value addition to drive economic growth and industrialisation. Speaking at the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) 2026 in Abuja on Thursday, Governor […]

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has suspended its evacuation operation in the Strait of Hormuz following renewed security concerns triggered by an attack on a cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. The development has raised fresh concerns over maritime security in the region despite the recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. […]

Nigeria’s stock market closed lower as bearish sentiment dominated trading, dragging market capitalisation down by N2.422 trillion in five trading days. The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) shed 1.65 per cent week-on-week (W-o-W) to close at 232,049.02 points. Similarly, the market capitalisation dropped by N2.422 trillion to close the week at N148.905 trillion. The week’s performance […]

The MTN Group Chairman, Mr Mcebisi Jonas, on Friday  blamed South Africa’s recurring xenophobic attacks on governance failure.   Jonas said that immigrants were being unfairly scapegoated for deep-rooted national challenges. He spoke at the funeral of Zimbabwean-born activist and public servant, Thokozani Damasane, where he urged South Africans to embrace humanity, continental solidarity and […]

  France defeated Norway 4-1 in their final Group I match with a commanding performance to secure top spot in the group, while Senegal stunned Iraq 5-0 in the final Group I matches of the FIFA World Cup.     France wasted no time in taking control as Ousmane Dembele opened the scoring in the […]

Fear spreads quickly whenever a loud explosion erupts in a busy commercial area, especially in a city as active as Lagos where thousands of people move through markets and business districts every day. A single blast is often enough to bring trading activities to an abrupt halt as residents scramble for safety while questions begin […] The post Was there a Bomb explosion in Lagos? Inside Police investigation into the June 2026 incident appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Panic gripped parts of Ilesa in Osun State on Thursday night following the reported abduction of two persons identified as members of The post Tension in Osun as Police confirm custody of ‘abducted’ Accord Party members appeared first on Tribune Online.

On June 27, 2014, two suspected Boko Haram suicide bombers were killed while attempting to attack worshippers at a Ramadan vigil on Damboa Road. The incident occurred just before sundown as residents gathered for tarawih prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. According to a senior security officer, the attackers detonated their explosives prematurely after […] The post June 27: Two Suicide Bombers Killed Attempting Attack on Ramadan Vigil in Maiduguri   appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The Agency's Commander explained that the Onne Port remains a strategic route for global trade, but warned that criminal elements were constantly attempting to exploit maritime channels to move illicit drug consignments. The post NDLEA Intercepts ₦5bn Worth Of Illicit Drugs In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigerian Army has announced a wide-ranging redeployment of senior officers across operational, command, training and staff positions as part of efforts to improve its operational effectiveness and strengthen national security. Appolonia Anele, acting director of army public relations, said in a statement issued on Saturday that the changes affect field commanders, commandants of military […] The post JUST IN: Army names new commanders in nationwide leadership shake-up appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

I want to know if fish and eggs can be eaten together. Sally (by SMS) READ ALSO: Egg yolk and my health Yes, as long as you don’t have health conditions that prohibit eating fish and eggs. There are many favourite meals where eggs and fish are combined. Nutrition-wise, this combination is extremely strong: the fish […] The post Can fish and eggs be eaten together appeared first on Tribune Online.

Akinmade explained that the hospital’s success was the product of years of deliberate investment in infrastructure, specialist manpower development and international collaborations.

National Democratic Congress leader Henry Seriake Dickson has rejected a Federal High Court order issued in Lokoja, describing it as “illegal,” lacking legal merit, and aimed at stifling multi-party democracy in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Friday, Dickson said he, along with other NDC leaders, officials, candidates, and members of the public, was “jolted” […]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  England, Ghana and Portugal have all booked their places in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 before kicking a ball in their final group matches, Prompt News Online reports.  Paraguay and Senegal participation in knockout round has also been confirmed. England, Ghana and Portugal have each reached four points, [...]

Former US national security advisor John Bolton and the President Donald J. Trump share traits neither probably knew they had.  The latter, for one, is far more war mongering than he let on to American voters, evidenced by his recently failed, disastrous foray into attacking Iran.  Bolton, on the other hand, has been a consistent […]

I drink coffee a lot. I want to know if I can continue drinking coffee as a 60-year-old man.  Kazeem (by SMS) One of the most studied nutrients in terms of health is, arguably, coffee, and the honest answer here is a conditional yes, for the most part. Two to four cups of coffee per […] The post Coffee and my health appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigerian Army has announced a major shake-up involving senior officers across key operational, command, training and staff positions.

The killing of Malama Ummulkhairi, an Islamic teacher, over allegations of stealing children, which occurred in Maraban Jos, had sparked widespread condemnation from security agencies, civil society organisations, and community leaders, who described it as a disturbing case of mob justice.  The post Kaduna Mob Killing: 17 More Suspects Arraigned, 33 Charged With Criminal Conspiracy appeared first on Channels Television.

•I only wanted him to counsel her — Mother of deceased girl A 45-year-old mother of a 13-year-old girl who was allegedly flogged to death with a horsewhip by the pastor of her church in Cross River State has narrated the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s death. The police in the state have arrested the pastor […] The post How 45-year-old pastor flogged 13-year-old church member’s daughter to death over alleged ₦30,000 theft appeared first on Tribune Online.