Nigeria’s entertainment circle is still processing the death of veteran Juju and Highlife musician Iyun Janet Oluwatoyosi Ajilore, popularly known as Saint Janet. News of her passing broke on Sunday, August 2, 2026, and since then, one question has followed almost every tribute and headline: how old was Saint Janet when she died? It turns […] The post Saint Janet Age and Death: How Old Was the Veteran Juju Musician When She Died? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

From Lagos to WWE stardom: Oba Femi has gone from a Nigerian athlete to one of the fastest-rising stars in professional wrestling, building a reputation as one of WWE’s most dominant competitors. A champion with historic achievements: He has won multiple NXT titles, became the youngest NXT North American Champion, and announced himself globally with […] The post Rise Of Oba Femi: 10 Things To Know About Nigeria’s Wrestling Superstar Taking Over WWE appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) VICTORY has destroyed a hideout allegedly used by suspected militants terrorising coastal communities in Ine Ikoridung, a settlement in Cross River State. The operation followed intelligence reports that the group had relocated to the area after sustained pressure from security forces. The Base Information Officer, NNS […] The post Navy destroys militants’ hideout in Cross River coastal community appeared first on Vanguard News.

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has expressed disappointment that no state government participated in the federal government’s ₦50 million Green Challenge aimed at reclaiming abandoned spaces and dumpsites, even as she commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for transforming Abuja’s City Gate into a major environmental and recreational landmark. Speaking […]

The Senator representing Kano Central Senatorial District, Senator Rufai Sani Hanga, has resigned from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), ending weeks of speculation over his future in the party. Hanga, who serves as the Deputy Minority Whip in the Senate, announced his resignation in a letter dated August 3, 2026, and addressed to the Nasarawa […] The post Kano Senator, Rufai Hanga resigns from NDC appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, has said that any belief by Nigerians that the outcome of the 2027 elections would be in favour of the All Progressives Congress (APC) could lead to voter apathy. Onaiyekan said this during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun, […] The post 2027: There will be voter apathy if… —Cardinal Onaiyekan appeared first on Tribune Online.

The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Wale Oke, has declared that Christians will continue preaching in commercial buses despite The post We won’t stop preaching in buses, PFN president declares appeared first on Tribune Online.

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. The Lagos State Police Command has intercepted a truckload of suspected counterfeit drugs and arrested two suspects in a major operation aimed at preventing the circulation of fake medicines. The Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists at the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) office in Ijora Olopa, Lagos. Tijani […] The post Police, NAFDAC Bust Suspected Counterfeit Drug Shipment in Lagos appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Some northern youth groups in the All Progressives Congress (APC) have threatened to withdraw their support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election if their concerns over alleged marginalisation are not addressed.

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. The Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, has warned that Nigerians could boycott the 2027 general elections if they believe the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is destined to win regardless of how people vote. Speaking on Monday during a programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, monitored by The News […] The post 2027: Onaiyekan Reveals the One Thing That Could Change Everything appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The Forum of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) State Chairmen has expressed displeasure over the continued use of the name of former President Goodluck Jonathan by the Interim National Working Committee (INWC), claiming he is the party’s 2027 presidential candidate. It urged Jonathan to publicly disassociate himself from the group. The INWC, which is chaired by […] The post Disown, disassociate yourself from Turaki-led INWC, PDP chairmen tell Jonathan appeared first on Tribune Online.