Omoyeni Olabode-5 Nov, 2026

Renowned Nigerian-born legal scholar and Oxford professor Dapo Akande has been elected as a judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), marking a diplomatic achievement and securing a nine-year term at the United Nations’ principal judicial organ.

Omoyeni Olabode-5 Nov, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned businessman Adonu Kingsley Ifeanyi alongside his company, S Mobile Netzone Limited, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged massive N12.5 billion fraud.

Omoyeni Olabode-5 Nov, 2026

Former Osun State Governor Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola has firmly distanced himself from the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, declaring that despite their shared membership in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike is in no position to be his political leader.

Omoyeni Olabode-5 Nov, 2026

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, made history on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, defeating South American powerhouse Brazil 3–1 in Rabat, Morocco, to secure their spot in the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup for the first time.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning that ongoing outbreaks of deadly pathogens, including the resurging Ebola crisis in Central and West Africa, highlight the need for member states to finalize a binding international pandemic treaty.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has made a bold political commitment, pledging to publicly unveil his cabinet ministerial list and assign specific portfolios ahead of his swearing-in day if elected president.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

After intense family negotiations and public outcry, Damilola Bolaji, the widow of late gospel singer Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji (popularly known as Toluwanisings), has agreed to allow her late husband to be buried at his personal residence in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

The cabinet of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has been hit by resignations, with the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Ayobami Oluwaseun Ojo, Special Adviser on Budget and Economic Planning, Simeon Adegbola Oyeleke, and OYSIEC member Falana tendering their official resignation letters.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

Renowned Nigerian gospel minister, trumpeter, and songwriter Pastor Nathaniel Bassey has achieved a monumental milestone in African music history, officially becoming the first African gospel artist to cross one billion cumulative views on YouTube.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

Nigerian lawmaker and billionaire businessman Senator Ned Nwoko has issued a stern public appeal and legal warning regarding the relentless online scrutiny directed at his estranged wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, demanding an immediate halt to malicious rumours and fabricated reports.

Omoyeni Olabode-3 Nov, 2026

Popular Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo, widely known for her hit role as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, has revealed after revealing her engagement to Lagos-based billionaire businessman Chief Chukwudi Onuorah.

Omoyeni Olabode-27 Oct, 2026

Ace Nigerian comedian and filmmaker Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has publicly addressed the chaotic disruption that marred his recent comedy show in Cardiff, Wales, demanding full ticket refunds for disappointed attendees.

Omoyeni Olabode-27 Oct, 2026

A United States-based cleric, Pastor Israel Ford of LifeWorks Church in Wickliffe, Ohio, has officially introduced a second wife to his congregation and claiming that strictly monogamous marriage is unbiblical.

Omoyeni Olabode-27 Oct, 2026

American R&B superstar Chris Brown has avoided immediate prison time in the United Kingdom after being handed an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for 12 months, following a 2023 nightclub altercation in London.

Omoyeni Olabode-27 Oct, 2026

Controversial Nigerian relationship blogger and influencer Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, has finally regained her freedom after spending months remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre over alleged cyberbullying, defamation, and multi-million naira fraud charges.

Omoyeni Olabode-27 Oct, 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has addressed growing public anxiety over the newly imported Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) case, noting that the surge of the virus could potentially force a review of the electoral calendar ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Omoyeni Olabode-26 Oct, 2026

Popular Nollywood actress and movie producer Regina Daniels has broken her silence after a viral video showing a heated verbal confrontation between her and her mother, Rita Daniels.

Omoyeni Olabode-26 Oct, 2026

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has confirmed donating a fleet of new 2026 Toyota Prado SUVs and additional utility operational vehicles to the National Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to bolster grassroots mobilization ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

A Clark County District Court judge in Las Vegas has sentenced former gang leader Duane "Keffe D" Davis to 40 years to life in prison for his role in orchestrating the September 1996 drive-by shooting that killed hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

Nollywood actress and politician Eniola Badmus has publicly tendered an apology to her colleague Laide Bakare, calling for peace and unity following a heated social media disagreement.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

An American, Normand Tousignant, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest first-time grandfather after meeting his newborn granddaughter at the age of 92 years and 24 days.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has confirmed an imported case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, triggering immediate public health measures and intensive contact tracing.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

Saudi authorities have executed a Bangladeshi man and woman following their conviction under ta’zir (discretionary punishment) for committing "indecent acts" inside a mosque in the holy city of Mecca.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron, and said, Intreat the Lord, that he may take away the frogs from me, and from my people; and I will let the people go, that they may do sacrifice unto the Lord.

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

The Department of State Services (DSS) has formally arraigned five suspects before the Imo State High Court sitting in Mgbidi over the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and four other citizens along the Owerri–Onitsha Expressway. The defendants—identified as Usma

Omoyeni Olabode-21 Oct, 2026

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has announced a comprehensive restructuring of its operational framework, creating several new specialized directorates and appointing high-profile figures—including Dr. Betta Edu, serving federal ministers, and prominent party chieftains—to head the newly established units.

Omoyeni Olabode-17 Oct, 2026

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji and his deputy, Monisade Afuye, have officially taken their oaths of office for a second four-year term, marking a watershed moment in the political history of the state.