Nigerian writer and art critic, Akinwande Jordan, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing for his short story, ‘So Long Now It’s Starting To Look Like Eternity’, published in February 2026 in the anthology A House That’s Not A Home. The Caine Prize feat makes Jordan the only Nigerian on the […] The post ‘It feels surreal,’ Akinwande Jordan reacts to making 2026 Caine Prize shortlist appeared first on Tribune Online.

By Akanni Lafiaji Shortly after President Bola Tinubu assumed office in 2023, Prof Wole Soyinka paid him a courtesy visit in Aso Rock. Many would remember that Prof. Soyinka said he, during the visit, humorously called the President, Olorikunkun. In Yoruba, olorikunkun means the stubborn, strong-headed, hard-nosed, never-say-die person, often imbued with unusual courage, one […] The post Tinubu: The return of the Olorikunkun appeared first on Tribune Online.

It was the radiance of kings last Saturday at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo as His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, led a battery of traditional rulers from far and near to install a new Balogun (war leader, Captain) for the kingdom. Dr Adesola Adeduntan, FCA, was an accomplished banker, indeed, […] The post Enters the new Balogun of Oyo Kingdom appeared first on Tribune Online.

Once again, this week, his name has surfaced. Eguavoen has been handed another stop-gap assignment, this time with the Super Falcons, as Nigeria looks for a substantive coach. The post Augustine Eguavoen: When Interim Becomes an Identity appeared first on Vanguard News.

Amusan clocked 12.34 seconds to finish second behind American Masai Russell, who won the gold medal in 12.22 seconds, while Nadine Visser of the Netherlands took bronze in 12.39 seconds.

The elections are in clear jeopardy. In Benue, a state ruled by a priest, state-financed hooliganism targeted at the opposition has sprouted. If a presidential candidate of one of the major parties cannot move around freely, then the elections, even if they hold, will be a sham. When Governor Alia barred Obi from entering Benue […] The post APC Janjaweeds and 2027: Will the Elections Hold? By Ugoji Egbujo appeared first on Vanguard News.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Good Governance does not align with the political party one belongs. It lies with the credibility of the contesting candidate on the platform of a political party. Political parties are mere platforms. The actual implementation of party manifestoes lies with fielded candidates.   In most cases, those most credible to contest elections but lack the […] The post Expectation of Nigerians Before Elections appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Operation HADIN KAI air strike killed over 18 terrorists and destroyed a key enclave in Borno as intelligence, ISR and ground troops disrupted insurgent logistics.

Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan settled for silver in the women’s 100m hurdles at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, Hungary, on Friday. Amusan clocked 12.34 seconds to finish behind United States Olympic champion Masai Russell, who won the title in 12.22 seconds. Netherlands’ Nadine Visser completed the podium in 12.39 seconds. The result meant […] The post Amusan wins silver at World Athletics Ultimate Championship appeared first on Vanguard News.

They were also advised to wash their hands regularly with soap and safe water, particularly before eating and after using the toilet, while avoiding littering and disposing of waste properly in designated bins.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the Tinubu administration of applying double standards in its approach to government intervention in the economy, arguing that support for domestic fuel production should not be treated differently from tax waivers and incentives granted to businesses. Atiku, in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public […] The post ‘It’s Selective Compassion’, Atiku Faults Subsidy Removal Amid Other Social Intervention appeared first on OsunDefender.

The CIA has released 71 intelligence reports covering the months and years before the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, shedding new light on what the agency told former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush about al Qaeda and Osama bin Laden. The disclosure, made on Friday as the United States marked 25 years since […] The post CIA declassifies 71 intelligence reports linked to 9/11 attacks — Report appeared first on Tribune Online.

Ajadi attributed what he described as persistent challenges in Nigeria’s governance system partly to the limited participation of young people in politics, arguing that their absence had allowed older political actors to maintain dominance over the country's political space.