By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Nigeria’s Super Falcons began their quest for a place at the 2028 Olympic Games with a 2-0 victory over Comoros in the first leg of their second-round qualifying encounter in Ikenne on Friday. The 10-time African champions controlled proceedings in the first half but were unable to convert their dominance into [...]

Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar has died at the age of 75 after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Patekar was reportedly found unconscious at his home in Dona Paula and rushed to Manipal Hospital, where doctors attempted to revive him with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for […]

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 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of copying his economic policy proposal on fuel subsidy removal, demanding an apology for what he described as a lack of acknowledgement. “You copied my idea. You are a dull student. You see why it’s good to go to […] The post You See Why It’s Good to Go to School — Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Copying His Fuel Subsidy Policy, Demands Apology appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The Nigerian stock market rebounded on Friday with a gain of N208 billion, as renewed buying interest supported investor sentiment across the bourse. The All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 321.05 points, representing a gain of 0.13 per cent to close at 248,363.55 points. Also, market capitalisation gained N208 billion to close at N161.260 trillion. The […]

The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Zamfara State, Bilyaminu Yusuf Shinkafi, has pledged to prioritise security, address the grievances of dismissed workers and seek fair resolutions for residents affected by property demolitions if elected governor in 2027. Shinkafi made the pledges on Thursday night during a campaign event in Gusau, where […]

"For a candidate who placed a distant third in the presidential poll to persistently insist he won — without evidence and contrary to all official records — reflects a deep and troubling disconnection from reality and absolute disregard for facts and truth," Alake asserted. The post Provide evidence you won 2023 poll, Tinubu challenges Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.

They urged the federal government and state governments to move beyond policy declarations to full implementation of the Mental Health Act, adequate funding of mental health services, integration of care into primary healthcare and the establishment of accessible counselling and referral systems in schools. The post Vanguard summit: Nigeria can’t afford to fail Its young population – Experts appeared first on Vanguard News.

A media analyst, Ujah David Abakpa, has urged members of the Abacha family and the developer involved in a joint venture over a property in Victoria Island, Lagos, to respect the court process and explore arbitration to resolve their dispute. The dispute concerns a property at No. 68 Molade Okoya Thomas Street, off Ajose Adeogun […]

The abductors of three people, including two staff members of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Ibadan, Oyo State, have demanded N120 million as ransom. The kidnappers were said to have established contact with the victims’ families to demand payment for their release. The Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed […]

Second-half goals from defender Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu ensured the Nigerians defeated the Comoros 0-2. The post Alozie, Kanu Star As Nigeria Dispatch Comoros In Olympic Qualifiers appeared first on Channels Television.

The International Human Rights Commission–Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT) has warned that paying ransoms to criminal groups could help sustain bandit networks while exposing innocent citizens to continued abductions, violence and trauma. The organisation called on the Federal Government to intensify security operations, dismantle bandit networks and cut off their sources of funding to tackle banditry […] Ransom payments could sustain bandit networks – IHRC-RFT

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an independent investigation into conflicting accounts surrounding the release of 20 abducted prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members. The association also urged the Federal Government, the Imo State Government and the Nigeria Police Force to clarify the circumstances surrounding the victims’ release, particularly […]

"When I proposed targeted support to ease fuel costs, your government said it could not be done. Now you have embraced principle you mocked. You owe me apology. But... The post ‘You owe me apology,’ Atiku slams Tinubu’s 30-day petrol discount 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. Extreme diets, slimming teas, expensive gym memberships, waist trainers, and endless fasting routines. The list of weight loss methods many Nigerians have tried is long, and for some people, exhausting. After months of effort, the results often fall short. A few kilograms come off, only to gain a few weeks later. This is one of […] The post Advertorial: The Rise of GLP-1 Medications for Weight Loss in Nigeria appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Media professional and activist David Abakpa has called for a fair hearing for Levitikal Realties & Construction Limited in its ongoing legal dispute with Maryam Sani Abacha over a property at No. 68 Molade Okoya Thomas Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. Abakpa said the dispute raised important questions about property rights, commercial investments and the need […]

The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the rising cost of living, insecurity and growing public debt, declaring that the president should not be re-elected in 2027.   Ibrahim-Imam spoke on Friday in Abuja at the inauguration of the ADC Presidential Campaign […]

By Ado Oyeyemi Ogun State indigenes residing in Kano State have pledged to support the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate, Ladi Adebutu, and his running mate, Hajia Yemi Kolapo, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The indigenes gave the assurance on Thursday when they received Kolapo, the PDP deputy governorship candidate, during a meeting in [...]

Agubuzu encouraged young people to overcome their fear of flying, describing air transportation as one of the safest modes of transport.

Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has tasked his The post NSCDC Commandant tasks personnel on service excellence, professionalism appeared first on Tribune Online.