Sokoto State has been thrown into mourning following the death of Muhammad Mai Lato, a former member of the Federal House of Representatives during Nigeria’s Second Republic and District Head of Wajake in Wamakko Local Government Area. His passing has been described as a significant loss to the state. The post Former Second Republic lawmaker Muhammad Mai Lato dies, Sokoto mourns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has listed four critical pillars essential to overcoming Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. He said if the country could invest heavily in Intelligence, training, equipment, and technology, Nigeria’s security challenges would become a thing of the past. Obasanjo made the remarks on Sunday during The Toyin Falola Interviews, held via Zoom with […] The post Obasanjo Outlines 4 Requirements To End Insecurity in Nigeria appeared first on OsunDefender.

A Nigerian lady said the intervention of Nigeria's military in Benin Republic was the right thing to do to stop Nigeria's strategic neighbour from disintegration.

TikTok has temporarily blocked access to its LIVE feature in Nigeria during late-night hours (11pm-5am) as part of an ongoing safety investigation, the platform announced in an in-app notice on The post TikTok restricts late-live access in Nigeria amid safety probe appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kcee, award-winning singer and one half of the defunct hip-hop duo KC Presh, has revealed that he was under intense pressure when his partner, Presh, suggested that they should go their separate ways. In a recent interview with Yanga FM Lagos, Kcee explained that there was no disagreement between them when Presh suggested the split. […] I was under pressure when Presh suggested we go solo – Kcee

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has confirmed the international friendly between the Super Eagles and Pharaohs of Egypt will hold on Tuesday, 16 December. Nigeria and Egypt were earlier scheduled to clash on Sunday, 14 December. The decision by world football-governing body, FIFA that cubs can hold on to their players until Monday, 15 December […] AFCON 2025: NFF confirms Super Eagles, Egypt friendly to hold December 16

The Obi-or-Nothing agenda implies that the ADC leadership must hand its presidential ticket to Peter Obi unopposed. The post Peter Obi and the ADC: Is the honeymoon already over? appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United Nations on Monday hit out at global "apathy" over widespread suffering as it launched its 2026 appeal for humanitarian assistance. The post UN slams world’s ‘apathy’ in launching aid appeal for 2026 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Jnr Pope tragically lost his life in a boat accident while heading to a movie set, leaving behind his wife and their three young sons.

A Nigerian lady could not hide his emotions when she received a total sum of about N2 million from kindhearted Nigerians. Netizens reacted to her post on X.

Raji Adebayo A group within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, Kogi APC Renaissance Forum, has rejected the appointment of Hon. Abdulazeez Idris King as Coordinator and… The post 2027: King’s Appointment As Renew Hope Ambassador8’ll Jeopardise Tinubu’s Electoral Victory- Group appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Hauwa also spoke about how harmful and backwards stereotypes about Africa affects Africans internationally and globally, stressing that such narratives can be rewritten by storytelling...

Several communities in Anambra State were thrown into fear and chaos over the weekend as coordinated attacks and violent incidents left many people dead and property worth millions of naira destroyed in different parts of the state. The post How attacks in 3 Anambra communities left many people dead, property worth millions of naira burnt appeared first on Vanguard News.

A canoe accident in Gamboru-Ngala, Borno State, on Sunday evening left three people feared dead and five others rescued after the vessel capsized while crossing the river between Nigeria’s Gamboru town and Fotokol in Cameroon. The incident was contained in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the […] Canoe mishap in Borno leaves three dead, five rescued

“I don’t know my exact age but I could judge from those who were in school with me… So I leave it to you to guess what my age could be,” he said.

Imo State Government sealed a hotel and mortuary in Ngor-Okpala after decomposed bodies were found, with police declaring Stanley Morocco Oparaugo wanted.

Why the Presidential Library? One thing we don’t do well in our society is keeping records; institutional memory is not something we maintain properly,” he added.

Singer Sola Allyson has revealed that a childhood shaped by family separation, religious exposure, and personal discovery led to her conversion from Islam to Christianity. Born Rasheedat into a Muslim The post Why I converted from Islam to Christianity – Sola Allyson appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A grassroots forum of voters in Kogi State, under the aegis of the Ijumu Voters Forum, IYF, has cautioned former Senator Dino Melaye, urging him to desist from attacking leaders in the state. This followed the former lawmaker’s recent outburst against some persons holding political offices at the federal level. According to the group, Melaye […] Dino Melaye cautioned against attacking other leaders

Nigerians and tourists alike, especially members of the country's massive diaspora, descend on the megacity annually to visit family and friends and observe the holidays and party. The post Nigeria’s Cash-Splashing ‘Detty December’ Festivities Kick Off In Lagos appeared first on Channels Television.

An attempt by Anglicans in Lulu community, Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State, to worship on Sunday turned tragic as gunmen invaded the service, killing the wife of the presiding priest and injuring others. The development was said to have The post Gunmen invade church, killing priest’s wife in Anambra appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Liverpool are showing ‘very active’ interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, according to French publication Le 10 Sport. The Reds are believed to be among a host of… The post Liverpool Set To Replace Salah With Bradley Barcola appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Secretary-General of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Engr. Sale Alhassa Alhassan, has claimed that Fulani herdsmen in Plateau State have suffered severe genocide for over 25 years, but these incidents have gone largely unreported due to biased media coverage. Alhassan made the allegations during a sensitization programme in Abuja on Saturday, stating that it was […] Fulani herdsmen have suffered genocide in Plateau for over 25 years – Miyetti Allah

The Ogun State Government has warned residents against the indiscriminate dumping of refuse in drainages, streets and other unapproved locations, declaring that violators risk two million naira fine or possible imprisonment.  The warning was issued on Monday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Waste Management, Hon. Abayomi Hunye, who expressed concern over what […] Ogun Govt issues warning on indiscriminate waste disposal

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Etinosa Idemudia has expressed deep disappointment after her movie, SECRET KEEPER, was unexpectedly removed from YouTube following a copyright claim she says is invalid. Sharing her frustration on Instagram, Etinosa revealed that she poured her “ideas, money, time, sweat, and every piece” of herself into the project, only for it to [...]

Two separate road accidents in Lagos claimed two lives and left two others injured in the early hours of Monday. Eyewitnesses said the crashes occurred around midnight after the vehicles involved reportedly lost control, resulting in the fatalities and injuries. Emergency responders evacuated the victims, with the injured taken to nearby hospitals and the bodies […] Two dead, two injured in separate midnight crashes in Lagos

As part of event marking its over decade of existence and 8th Annual General Meeting (AGM), ‘Abuja Breakfast Club’ has donated gifts items to Mother Theresa Motherless Babies Home in The post Club donates items to Orphanage Home in Abuja appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Dele Odule breaks his silence with a cryptic post about heartbreak, sharing thoughts on silence, mind games, and the lessons learned from painful experiences.

According to the organisation, Shallipopi’s hit track, “Laho”, dominated charts and fuelled viral trends across the continent. The post Shallipopi, other Nigerians dominate wins at TikTok awards appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Legislative Council poll, limited to candidates approved as “patriots”  saw a turnout of 31.9%, slightly higher than the 30.2% recorded in 2021, the lowest since the territory returned to Chinese rule in 1997.

A friend of popular Nigerian activist Harrison Gwamnishu has gone viral online after claiming he has been owed money by the activist for five years.

Border tensions reignite as Thailand launches airstrikes in Cambodia on Monday when new fighting erupted along the disputed frontier,

Troops of the Nigerian Army have eliminated 11 terrorists in a carefully planned ambush carried out in Kurawa village, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. This was contained in a post shared on X by security analyst, Zagazola Makama on Monday. Makama revealed that the operation was carried out by soldiers of the […] Troops eliminate 11 terrorists, recover weapons in Sokoto operation

Fuji music superstar, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly called K1 De Ultimate has addressed critics over his decision to contest for the vacant stool of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of The post Why I’m qualified to become next Awujale of Ijebuland, by KWAM1 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Credit Bank is seeking shareholder approval to raise up to Sh4.5 billion through a private placement, alongside proposals to introduce preference shares and execute an asset-for-shares swap. The proposals will be discussed at an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025. The lender plans to issue up […]

World Bank loans to Nigeria from 2023 to 2025 has increased significantly; the funds are for projects in energy, education, health, and social protection.