President Bola Tinubu says he is prepared for the political contest ahead of the 2027 presidential election, insisting INEC remains neutral while defending his administration’s record on governance, education and national development.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting US President Donald Trump for the first time since the Iran war began. The talks are expected to focus on Iran, Gaza, regional security and the future of US-Israel relations.
NAFDAC has shut three alcohol manufacturing companies in Ogun State after uncovering alleged violations of the Federal Government’s ban on sachet alcoholic beverages and PET bottle production during enforcement operations.
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, will dedicate one-third of his fortune to charity under his succession plan. His daughter says the commitment reflects his lifelong focus on philanthropy, healthcare and education through the Aliko Dangote Foundation.
Mixed reactions have trailed calls to boycott South African singer Tyla’s Lagos concert, with many Nigerians citing renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa while others insist music should remain separate from politics.
President Bola Tinubu declined to receive South Africa’s special envoy as Nigeria demanded urgent action to end recurring xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa.
Terrorists killed at least 30 people, including eight children, after attacking Naridon Village in Kaduna State. The assault left homes and businesses destroyed, prompting renewed calls for stronger security and urgent humanitarian intervention.
A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu island, prompting a tsunami warning and leaving about 45,000 households without electricity. Authorities said no abnormalities were detected at nearby nuclear power plants.
Onome Omolola Didih delivered a record-breaking performance to win Nigeria’s fifth gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, setting three Games records in the women’s 53kg category.
The Plateau State Government says 14 people have died from cholera while 441 suspected cases have been reported across four local government areas since the outbreak began in June.
