The maiden edition of the Honda Captain’s Squash League Series ended on a high note at the Squash Section of the Lagos Country Club after five days of intense competition, camaraderie and top-class performances. The tournament, which ran from April 27 to May 1, 2026, attracted more than 36 registered players from the club’s Squash […]
Badagry market shuts as Akran burial rites begin in Lagos
Commercial activities at Agbalata International Market, Badagry, were halted on Thursday as Lagos State began burial rites for the late Akran, Aholu Menu-Toyi I. The traditional ruler died on Jan. 12, prompting a state-backed programme to honour his life and traditional authority in Badagry community. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the Lagos […]
Alleged N2.6 Billion Fraud: Court rejects ex-aviation minister Sirika’s daughter, son-in-law’s statements tendered by EFCC
The judge adjourned until June 2 for continuation of hearing… News Agency of Nigeria • April 23, 2026 Hadi Sirika Justice Sylvanus Oriji of a Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Thursday, rejected the admissibility of the statements made by the daughter and son-in-law of a former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika. The statements were sought to […]
Fubara Endorses Tinubu’s Second Term, Urges Continuity for Reforms and Development
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has thrown his support behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, saying continuity is essential to sustain ongoing reforms and national development. Speaking on Thursday in Port Harcourt during a meeting of the Southern Traditional Rulers Council, Fubara said the current administration has made measurable progress despite prevailing challenges. “There […]
Troops Repel Midnight Assault in Borno, Kill 25 ISWAP Fighters, Capture One
At least 25 suspected terrorists, including a senior commander, were killed when troops of the Nigerian military foiled a midnight attack on Kukareta community in Borno State, authorities said on Thursday. The insurgents, believed to be members of the ISWAP faction of Boko Haram, launched a coordinated assault shortly after midnight on Wednesday but were […]
Central Bank of Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Surge in Fake Messages, Urges Public Vigilance
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a fresh warning to Nigerians over a growing wave of fraudulent messages and online communications falsely attributed to the Bank, cautioning citizens to stay alert to avoid falling victim to scams. In a statement released মঙ্গলবার night, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, said […]
“Nigeria Has Become a Killing Field” — Air Cdr Balogun Blasts ‘Reactive’ Security After Easter Massacres
Fresh outrage has erupted following deadly Easter attacks across northern Nigeria, where at least 26 people were killed, as retired Air Commodore Abayomi Balogun delivers a scathing verdict on the nation’s security system—calling it dangerously reactive and fundamentally broken. Gunmen struck communities in Benue, Kaduna, and Nasarawa states during the holiday, targeting worshippers and residents. […]
Fear in Abuja Suburbs as Kidnappers Raid Homes, Abduct Residents; 20 Victims Rescued After Fierce Gun Battle
Residents of Peze and Kugabonku communities in the Byazhin-Across area of Kubwa, a satellite town in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have recounted terrifying experiences following a wave of kidnappings that has gripped the area in recent weeks. The residents said armed terrorists had repeatedly stormed their communities, moving from house […]
Lookman Joins Atlético Madrid: Nigerian Star Hails Fans’ Passion, Targets La Liga Impact
Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has completed a high-profile move to Spanish giants Atlético Madrid from Italian side Atalanta, opening a new chapter in his career as he prepares for his first taste of La Liga. The 28-year-old winger signed his contract on Monday in the company of his representatives from ROOF Agency, who brokered the […]
NNPC: We Shut Refineries Over ‘Monumental Losses,’ Says Ojulari at Energy Summit
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has disclosed that the country’s state-owned refineries were shut down after internal reviews showed they were operating at “monumental losses” and destroying value for Nigeria. The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd., Mr. Bashir Ojulari, made this known on Wednesday in Abuja during a Fireside Chat […]
