The United Nations has warned that the intensifying El Niño climate phenomenon poses a significant threat to global health, as countries prepare for potentially severe weather conditions expected to persist into 2027. The warning comes as the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) says El Niño is firmly established in the tropical Pacific and is expected to … Read more
Legendary Nigerian juju musician, King Sunny Ade, has received birthday tributes from Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and scores of fans as the celebrated singer marks his 80th birthday. The music icon, whose real name is Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, turned 80 on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, prompting messages of celebration from admirers who highlighted his … Read more
Former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has distanced himself from the defection of his former aide, Ajiboye Akande Sangogade, and several supporters from the APC to the Allied Peoples Movement ahead of the 2027 elections. Adelabu made the clarification on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, following Akande’s appearance at a political rally in Ibadan on Monday, … Read more
Sophia Momodu has opened up about the personal struggles she experienced after becoming pregnant outside marriage, revealing that being the daughter of a pastor made the situation particularly difficult for her. The Nigerian entrepreneur and social impact advocate spoke about the experience while participating in events surrounding the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed October 26, 2026, to deliver its ruling on the no-case submission filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the ongoing alleged wiretapping case involving National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik set the date on Tuesday, September 22, after lawyers representing both the … Read more
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has officially taken delivery of his customised Bugatti Chiron VXX, a one-of-one hypercar reportedly valued at about ₦9 billion. The latest development came after the luxury vehicle was presented to the Afrobeats star in Lagos, with Dubai-based automotive customisation company, Venuum, sharing footage of the … Read more
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has paraded its suspended Niger State Commandant, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, alongside other officers connected to the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the Corps’ custody. The officers were brought before journalists at the NSCDC National Headquarters in Sauka, Abuja, on Sunday as the … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Nigeria for New York, United States, where he will represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and lead the country’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Shettima’s trip comes ahead of the high-level General Debate of the 81st UNGA, scheduled to take place at the … Read more
Popular Nigerian Christian TikTok creator, Audrey Cyril, has found herself at the centre of a social media controversy involving her fiancé, Mr. Presh, as multiple women have reportedly accused him of maintaining romantic relationships with them while he was allegedly committed to her. Despite the allegations circulating online, Cyril has continued with her wedding plans, … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned children, teenagers and young adults against using roller skates, wheeled shoes and other similar recreational footwear on public highways across the State. The traffic management agency said the practice exposes users to serious road safety risks, particularly when people wearing wheeled footwear move alongside vehicles, cross … Read more