Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings has been laid to rest following a solemn state burial ceremony held at Independence Square on Friday, November 28, 2025.   The ceremony drew thousands of mourners from across the country and beyond, reflecting the national significance of her life and legacy. The state funeral brought together an extraordinary […]

Shola Ogudu, mother of Wizkid’s first son, has responded to a social media complaint about the management of her 14-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, following the release of his debut EP, Champion’s Arrival. She urged the public to stop putting unnecessary The post Wizkid’s baby mama Shola addresses criticism around son’s debut EP appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE) has criticised the Federal Government’s recent cancellation of the National Language Policy, calling on the Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, to reinstate the use of mother tongue as the language of instruction at the The post Mother tongue ban could collapse Nigerian education – NAE appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigerian live production company, Flytime Promotions, is gearing up to celebrate its 21st anniversary with Olamide, Davido, Asake, and Flavour all announced as headliners for this year’s Flytime Fest. Coca Cola Rhythm Unplugged, Flytime Fest’s flagship live music concert, has The post Flytime Fest 2025: Olamide, Davido, Asake, Flavour to headline 21st anniversary appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The rescue comes as bandit attacks continue to unsettle communities across Zamfara and neighbouring states. The post Insecurity: Zamfara police rescue 25 kidnap victims, Kebbi warns against protests appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Commissioner for Information and Re-orientation, Zainab Usman, said school principals and proprietors had been instructed to commence the deboarding process The post Taraba govt shuts down boarding schools over rising security threats appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Microsoft has introduced Project Gecko in Nairobi, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing one of artificial intelligence’s most significant challenges—the lack of support for African languages. The project is designed to make AI more accessible to Kenyans by developing models that understand and generate local languages, including Swahili, Kikuyu, and Dholuo. Unlike traditional AI systems […] The post Microsoft Launches Project Gecko to Bridge the AI Language Gap in Kenya appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A US peace plan backed by President Donald Trump that is being negotiated with Russia and Ukraine is “good” for both sides, the White House said Thursday, rejecting concerns that it echoes many of Moscow’s demands. Trump’s special envoy Steve The post US peace plan ‘good’ for Russia, Ukraine: White House appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Data visualisation within apps bridges the gap between beginners and experts by making information easier to digest. The post How modern forex apps use data visualisation for smarter trading analysis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The post “She needs help and y’all silence is unfair” – AGN president, Emeka Rollas, calls out colleagues over Regina Daniels, recounts 2 incidents with her on movie set and her son’s birthday appeared first on Kemi Filani. The president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, has weighed in on colleague, Regina Daniels and estranged husband, Ned Nwoko’s marital issues. In an official statement posted on his Instagram page, he called out his colleagues in the entertainment industry for remaining silent over Regina’s erratic behaviour. He recalled an incident with the […] The post “She needs help and y’all silence is unfair” – AGN president, Emeka Rollas, calls out colleagues over Regina Daniels, recounts 2 incidents with her on movie set and her son’s birthday appeared first on Kemi Filani.

It also projects that the sector could more than double this figure, surpassing ₦1.5 trillion ($1 billion) by 2033. The post Nigerian music Industry now worth ₦901 billion — Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria (ELAN) has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to drive growth, The post ELAN tasks leasing industry operators on collaboration‎ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Globacom has strengthened its position as Nigeria’s second-largest tower operator, expanding its tower assets to 8,773.6 in 2024—up from 8,550 in 2023

From OLED brilliance to smart living innovations, LG celebrates 45 years of Korea–Nigeria friendship with cutting-edge products designed for Nigerian homes. It showcases smart living innovations while celebrating heritage, innovation, and friendship The post LG Electronics honours Korean National Day in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Osun Civil Societies Coalition (OCSC) has called for immediate negotiations to resolve the ongoing industrial action by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, Osun State Branch. The post Civil societies decry prolonged shutdown of courts in Osun appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Over 24 million adults aged between 20 and 79 are living with diabetes in Africa, and this number is projected to more than double, reaching 60 million, by 2050, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). The post Over 24 million adults live with diabetes in Africa – WHO appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The post “Media is our weapon” – Doris Ogala addresses those telling her to stop posting about Regina Daniels and family appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has responded to the criticisms she received for posting about Regina Daniels and her family. In an Instagram post, she noted how people have been telling her to stop posting and calling her out for creating content using the family’s predicament. Doris made it known that the media is her weapon […] The post “Media is our weapon” – Doris Ogala addresses those telling her to stop posting about Regina Daniels and family appeared first on Kemi Filani.

$1.4 billion investment expands access to evidence-backed tools to help farmers in some of the world’s poorest regions adapt and build more resilience to droughts, floods, and heat waves. The post Gates Foundation announces new commitment for smallholder farmers on frontlines of extreme weather appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Victor Osimhen's Galatasaray lost to Ajax in the UEFA Europa League last season… Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has drawn praise from Ajax and Dutch defender Youri Baas, Soccernet.ng reports. Baas featured for the Dutch side last season when his side came out on top against Galatasaray in the Europa League last season. […]

Super Eagles and Fulham attacking midfielder Alex Iwobi is pumped ahead of an emotional return to Everton on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old moved from Arsenal to Everton for €30m in 2019, and went on to spend another four years at the Mersey side Stadium before he joined Fulham. Iwobi‘s time at Everton wasn't the […]

Former President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has revealed that news about the body's mismanagement of funds isn't good for the country, Soccernet.ng reports. The NFF is currently being investigated for its handling of funds received from FIFA and CAF, following claims circulating on social media that it misappropriated the funds. They […]

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has leapt to the defence of his former Bayer Leverkusen teammates, Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, insisting that the pair will soon come good at Liverpool despite enduring a slow start in England, Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface, who joined Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen this summer on a loan deal, said […]

Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has explained the rigorous process behind his Super Eagles squad selection, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former Lens defender insists that club minutes alone do not always determine who makes the national team list. The manager, who is preparing for a crucial World Cup playoff against Gabon, explained the […]

Paul Onuachu has been brilliant for Trabzonspor since joining in the summer transfer window… Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has beaten former Manchester United man Andre Onana, ex-Real Madrid star Marco Asensio, and seven others to win the Player of the Month Awards October in the Turkish Super Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has excelled since […]

Nigeria’s new head coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles are heading to Morocco next month with one clear goal: to win the Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The 35th edition of the continental showpiece, which kicks off in December, promises to be one of the most competitive in modern history. With at least […]

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has celebrated Victor Osimhen with a special handwritten message, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Cote d'Ivoire international, on a Chelsea jersey gifted to Osimhen, called the Super Eagles star the new king of Africa. Drogba penned the tribute on a shirt he gifted to Osimhen to acknowledge the Galatasaray striker’s status in […]

Germany international Leroy Sané has cleverly dodged a tricky football question: choosing between Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. Sané is one of the few players to have shared the same dressing room with the Englishman and the Nigerian striker. The former Manchester City ace was asked in a recent interview: “Which is better: your […]

Christantus Uche joined Crystal Palace from Getafe in the summer, but things have not panned out well… Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has sparked talks that he could leave Crystal Palace in the coming months, Soccernet.ng reports. After an impressive year at Getafe, Uche completed a season-long loan to Crystal Palace last summer. But there […]

Ajax manager John Heitinga has likened Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen to Chelsea legend Didier Drogba and AC Milan great Zlatan Ibrahimovic, as his team prepares to face Galatasaray in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash in Amsterdam, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has built a fearsome reputation across Europe after successful stints with Lille, Napoli, and now Galatasaray, where […]

Former Super Eagles defender Efe Ambrose believes Calvin Bassey, not Victor Osimhen, will be Nigeria’s most important player when they face Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff semi-final this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria, who sealed their place in the playoffs after a dominant 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, will take on the Panthers […]

The Super Eagles will trade tackles with Gabon in nine days for a spot in the final of the continental World Cup playoffs… Former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Los Angeles FC man Denis Bouanga are two of the biggest stars who are expected to be called up to Gabon's squad ahead of the continental […]

Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman came close to joining Inter Milan during the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old came off his best-ever goalscoring season, finding the back of the net 20 times in 40 games across all competitions for La Dea. Considering he'd fallen out with the then-coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, […]

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has predicted a Nigeria versus DR Congo showdown in the final of the Africa World Cup playoffs later this month, Soccernet.ng reports. The Franco-German tactician, who has previously managed both Nigeria and Gabon, believes the Super Eagles’ superior quality will prove decisive when they meet the Panthers in Rabat on November […]

Former Turkiye and Galatasaray winger Hasan Şaş has revealed how Okan Buruk's side can optimise Victor Osimhen's performances on the pitch, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old striker has scored 43 goals for the CimBom Aslan since joining from Napoli last season. Additionally, the striker also won the league's Golden Boot. However, for Şaş, Osimhen's numbers could've […]

Arsenal and Slavia Prague have kept clean sheets in all of their previous five games… Slavia Prague head coach Jindrich Trpisovsky has lamented the absence of Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu in his side's clash against Arsenal this evening, Soccernet.ng reports. Mikel Arteta's men have won nine straight games across all competitions, conceding just one […]

All eyes are on Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle as he prepares to unveil his squad for the decisive World Cup play-offs against Gabon, Soccernet.ng reports. Multiple media reports have circulated on social platforms claiming a 23-man list has already been finalised—but with no official confirmation from the Nigeria Football Federation yet, […]