The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of popular actress, producer and filmmaker, Allwell Ademola, who died on Saturday at the age of 43. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ademola,…

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has disclosed that it’s too early for Nigerian security agents to claim victory over terrorists. Sani commended the efforts of security agents to tackle terrorists entrenched in places other than Sokoto State. Posting on…

The Federal Government has allocated N2.48 trillion to the health sector in the proposed 2026 budget, despite the numerous challenges confronting the sector. These include acute manpower shortages, the “japa syndrome,” poor welfare for health workers, obsolete equipment, and recurring…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria underlined their title credentials at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 3–2 victory over the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, sealing back-to-back wins in Group C and…

After launching airstrikes at ISIS terrorists in Sokoto State, the US has now turned their attention to the Sambisa Forest. They are now currently carrying out intelligence and surveillance operations in the large expanse of land within Borno State. Top…

Nigeria’s defensive vulnerabilities dominated post-match discussions despite the Super Eagles’ 3–2 victory over Tunisia, securing qualification for the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfried…

Katsina State Governor and Chairman of the North-West Governors’ Forum, Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent attack on worshippers at a mosque in Borno State. Radda described the incident as a cruel and senseless act against…

Executive Director of Invictus Africa, Bukky Shonibare, tells AYOOLA OLASUPO how the civic-tech organisation is using data, civic-tech tools, and advocacy to challenge harmful norms and push for real gender equality across Nigeria Can you briefly tell us about yourself?…

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday made a striking appearance at the Tafawa Balewa Square, TBS, Lagos, as he joined residents and visitors in celebrating the ongoing Eyo Festival. The President’s presence added colour and significance to the cultural event, which…

Daniel Ayantoye writes on how what should be a simple task, renewing a website hosting subscription locally, has become a source of frustration and financial loss for Nigerian businesses. As confidence in local providers erodes due to frequent downtime, data…

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to uphold inclusive governance and promote peaceful coexistence among residents of the state, insisting that discrimination or marginalisation of any group will not be tolerated. The governor made the statement…

Laolu Afolabi was the recipient of the maiden Federal Inland Revenue Service Tax Reporter of the Year award at the NMMA. He tells FAITH AJAYI about the journey behind the accolade and what it means for his career How long…

The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria, MSSN, has voiced its concerns over the Federal Government’s proposed tax reforms, asserting that such action risks escalating public distrust if issues of fairness, justice and inclusivity are not adequately addressed. The society stated…

Prominent political and business leaders turned out in large numbers in Abuja as Adaora, daughter of Benedict Oramah, former President of Afreximbank, tied the knot with her heartthrob, Dirichi, in a grand wedding ceremony. The holy matrimony, which held at…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of the 8 Division Sokoto and the Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, to sustain their operations and decisively eliminate bandits and terrorists in the region. The…