Omoyeni Olabode-30 Jul, 2026

The Elumelu family has distributed food items to several orphanages across Lagos, Edo and Delta States as part of its ongoing philanthropic initiatives to support vulnerable children and communities.

Omoyeni Olabode-24 Feb, 2026

Veteran Nigerian singer Busola Oke, famously known for her classic hit "Eleyele," has sent concern through the entertainment industry following a deeply emotional and disturbing live session on TikTok. On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the singer was seen in a state of visible distress, weeping uncontrollably as she lamented the current state of her life and career.

Omoyeni Olabode-24 Feb, 2026

In a major move aimed at restructuring the nation’s internal security apparatus, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of AIG Tunji Disu as the new Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP). The announcement, which came on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, follows the immediate removal of Kayode Egbetokun from the position.

Omoyeni Olabode-24 Feb, 2026

In a surprising move aimed at stimulating economic growth, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 27.25% to 26.50%. This decision was made following the conclusion of the first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, February 24.

Omoyeni Olabode-20 Feb, 2026

Residents of the Zuru Emirate in Kebbi State have been thrown into a state of panic following the discovery of a threat letter allegedly written and dropped by suspected terrorists. The letter, which surfaced in the early hours of Friday, February 20, 2026, warned the community of an impending large-scale attack.

Omoyeni Olabode-19 Feb, 2026

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced a total ban on cash transactions across its operations nationwide, effective February 29, 2026.

Omoyeni Olabode-18 Feb, 2026

The Lagos State Government has formally addressed the controversy surrounding the restriction of minibuses, popularly known as "Korope," from the Lekki–Epe Expressway.

Omoyeni Olabode-16 Feb, 2026

A deadly attack by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has reportedly left six Nigerian soldiers and four members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) dead in Borno State. The incident occurred on Monday, February 16, 2026, marking another violent encounter in the ongoing struggle against insurgency in Nigeria's Northeast region.

Omoyeni Olabode-16 Feb, 2026

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an intensive investigation following the discovery of two Nollywood crew members dead inside a parked vehicle at a filming location in Lekki. The deceased, identified as renowned lighting director Ekemini “GeeTee” Imeh and his colleague, Ayodeji Walter Odediran (also known as Director Carrington), were found lifeless on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Omoyeni Olabode-14 Feb, 2026

The Lagos State Government has expanded its health outreach to law enforcement personnel through a targeted eye care programme for officers serving in the state.

Omoyeni Olabode-4 Feb, 2026

The Senate has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently approve the establishment of a permanent military barracks in Katsina State following fresh bandit attacks that left many residents dead and communities shaken.

Omoyeni Olabode-4 Feb, 2026

The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has revealed that Nigeria’s state-owned refineries were running at “monumental loss”, prompting his management to halt their operations to stop further financial waste.

Omoyeni Olabode-31 Jan, 2026

A tragic incident unfolded on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Ummu Haani Adigun Memorial Central Mosque in the Ogo-Oluwa area of Osogbo, Osun State, where a worshipper identified as Najeem Hammed was beaten to death.

Omoyeni Olabode-29 Jan, 2026

Nigeria has lost one of its most illustrious corporate giants as billionaire businessman and veteran industrialist, Otunba Adekunle Ojora, has been confirmed dead. The legendary business mogul passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the age of 93.

Omoyeni Olabode-29 Jan, 2026

Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a stern warning to traders at the iconic Onitsha Main Market, declaring that there is "no going back" on the government's decision to temporarily close the market.

Omoyeni Olabode-29 Jan, 2026

The Lagos State Police Command has announced its intention to charge several leaders of recent protests against the state's ongoing demolition exercise in court.

Omoyeni Olabode-29 Jan, 2026

The Corps Marshal of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as KAI, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (Rtd), has called on residents of Lagos State to strictly adhere to environmental laws to avoid prosecution

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Jan, 2026

The humanitarian crisis following the recent demolitions in the Makoko waterfront has taken a tragic turn, as a grieving father has attributed the death of his young child to the harsh conditions caused by the forced evictions.

Omoyeni Olabode-28 Jan, 2026

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has detailed the strategic reasoning behind the agency’s initiative to provide alternative, sustainable livelihoods for illicit cannabis farmers

Omoyeni Olabode-26 Jan, 2026

There has been recent demolitions in the historic Makoko waterfront community in Lagos, as hundreds of residents have been left homeless and displaced. Following the forced evictions on Monday, January 26, 2026, many families have been forced to seek shelter in canoes, struggling for survival on the very water they once called home.

Omoyeni Olabode-20 Jan, 2026

An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court has adjourned the trial of Olamide Omo-Iya-Kunmi, the driver of former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, until February 25, 2026. Omo-Iya-Kunmi is facing charges related to an incident involving the boxer’s expensive Range Rover.

Omoyeni Olabode-20 Jan, 2026

Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has revealed that the agency arrested 77,792 drug offenders and seized approximately 14,847 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs over the last five years.

Omoyeni Olabode-20 Jan, 2026

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide (OYC) has raised a serious alarm over the N30 million price tag set by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for its Expression of Interest and Nomination forms for the upcoming local government elections in Ebonyi State.

Omoyeni Olabode-19 Jan, 2026

Nigeria’s power sector is facing a severe financial crisis as the total debt owed by electricity consumers—including government agencies and private users—has surged by 62.5% in just one year. This massive spike in unpaid bills is now threatening the success of the Federal Government’s planned N1.2 trillion bond, which was intended to stabilize the sector.

Omoyeni Olabode-19 Jan, 2026

Senator Ned Nwoko’s communication team has released an official statement to "set the record straight" regarding the arrest of Ann Izuegbu Anthonet (known as Ann), the best friend of his estranged wife, Regina Daniels.

Omoyeni Olabode-18 Jan, 2026

The United Nations has raised a major alarm over a growing hunger crisis in North-East Nigeria, stating that millions of people are facing starvation because international aid is drying up.

Omoyeni Olabode-15 Jan, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has directed that a 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) will be charged on all mobile bank transfers and USSD transactions effective from Monday, January 19, 2026.