Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

The Benue State Government has announced the commencement of a formal resettlement programme for victims displaced by the deadly Yelewata attacks that occurred in June 2025, officials said on Monday.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to formally swear in Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu as the acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) on Wednesday, following the sudden resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun earlier this week.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

The Abia State Government has begun the full implementation of a cashless payment system for its Green Shuttle Bus Service, aiming to modernise the state’s public transport network and improve commuter experience.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Popular Nollywood actor Olumide Oworu, best known for his role as "Tari" in the hit sitcom The Johnsons, has officially shared the motivations behind his move into the Nigerian political landscape.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Public affairs analyst and former Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Dr. Sam Amadi, has raised an alarm over the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

The management of popular social media personality King Mitchy has sparked massive confusion and outrage online after making a dramatic U-turn regarding an earlier announcement of her death.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Residents of Lagos State are currently lamenting the skyrocketing cost of house rents, with many tenants forced to pay millions of naira for apartments that fall far below habitable standards.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo has officially cleared the air regarding her intentions for the Ogun State governorship seat, firmly stating that she is not in the race to serve as a placeholder or to eventually step down for another candidate. Responding to critics and political detractors on Saturday, February 28, 2026, the daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized that her campaign is built on a genuine desire to transform the state and provide an alternative to the current political status quo.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, the member representing Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has officially resigned his membership from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Demand for tickets to the FIFA World Cup has surged dramatically, with many fans facing sharply rising prices and limited availability as the tournament draws closer, according to the latest report.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Japan’s Volcano Islands on Monday, according to seismic data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

First Lady Melania Trump is set to make history by chairing a meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday, March 2, 2026, as the United States assumes the rotating presidency of the 15-nation body.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

In its latest statement shared on Monday, the UN highlighted that around 808 million people worldwide were living in extreme poverty in 2025, based on the updated international poverty line of less than US $3.00 per person per day (adjusted to 2021 purchasing power parity).

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Superstar Lionel Messi starred for Inter Miami on Sunday, scoring twice to inspire a stunning comeback and secure a 4-2 victory over Orlando City in Major League Soccer’s spirited Florida derby.

Omoyeni Olabode-2 Mar, 2026

Lebanese authorities and local sources reported explosions in southern Lebanon following the Israeli bombardment. The area has been a flashpoint for periodic clashes between the Israeli military and Hezbollah, a powerful armed group and political movement based in Lebanon.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

Nigeria’s gospel music scene has been thrown into mourning with the death of popular gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the celebrated Adegbodu Twins.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

The controversy began when Simi’s recent commentary condemning sexual violence reignited online discussions, leading some critics to dig up tweets she made between 2012 and 2014.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

“Donald Trump is dragging the United States into a war the American people do not want,” Harris wrote, asserting her opposition to what she termed a “regime-change war” in Iran.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

Iranian state television has announced that President Masoud Pezeshkian and two senior officials will head the nation’s leadership during a transitional period following the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

Environmental specialists have sounded the alarm over the rapid expansion of lithium mining in Nasarawa State and other parts of Nigeria, cautioning that inadequate regulation and weak oversight could pose serious threats to communities and local ecosystems.

Omoyeni Olabode-1 Mar, 2026

United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is dead following air strikes, asserting the development on his social media platform. However, Tehran has not yet confirmed the report and official details remain unclear.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

Thank God, the last Saturday in the month of February arrived safely meeting us in good health fulfilling destinies. Happy weekend, the extension of God, you carry His genes.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has received the newly appointed Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Pastor Peter Akpe, PhD, at his residence in Yenagoa, signalling a show of support following the state’s recent leadership transition.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

In a significant move to strengthen aviation safety and emergency response coordination, Nigeria and Cameroon have signed a Bilateral Agreement on Technical Aeronautical Search and Rescue Operations.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

Oyo State’s Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has launched a major educational support drive by distributing core textbooks, school bags, sandals and other learning materials to public primary and junior secondary school pupils across the state.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former senator, has publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, saying they have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and strengthened the nation’s purchasing power.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Feb, 2026

In a statement shared on its official Instagram page on Saturday, the hospital clarified that King Mitchy was never admitted to the facility, nor did she pass away there, directly contradicting earlier reports circulating online.