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TOKYO — Japanese police have arrested a 48-year-old woman on suspicion of hiding the body of her newborn daughter in a freezer for two decades inside...
Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television this week with record-breaking viewership, marking his highest ratings in years following a brief suspension. ABC reported Friday that Kimmel’s...
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Federal Government has issued a flood warning for 15 states and 69 communities, cautioning residents of heavy rainfall and possible flooding between...
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has offered to pay school fees for parents who cannot afford the cost, bringing hope to families worried about their children’s education....
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday renewed Nigeria’s call for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, arguing that Africa’s most populous nation has...
JOS, Nigeria — The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) and the University of Jos (UNIJOS) have called for the adoption of modern mining methods as a...
UMUAHIA, Nigeria — The European Union and UNICEF have launched a €13 million project in Abia state to strengthen social protection systems and reduce poverty among...
Brazilian legend Ronaldo has urged national team coach Carlo Ancelotti to include Neymar in the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite questions about the...
Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Muhammadu Sanusi has called for greater private capital investment to help transform Nigeria’s struggling economy, warning that reliance on government...
KANO, Nigeria — The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 19 people suspected of vandalizing critical infrastructure in Kano State, officials said Friday. The...
Marvel Zombies, an adult animated miniseries, premiered on Disney+ on September 24, 2025. This four-episode series, rated TV-MA, is a darker, adult-themed spin-off from the “What...
Aston Villa will face Bologna in the UEFA Europa League at Villa Park on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Here’s an updated preview and prediction based...
Abu Dhabi, UAE – As of September 23, 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has temporarily halted the issuance of tourist and work visas for citizens...
Abuja, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has escalated its investigation into Mele Kyari, the former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National...
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has praised Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, for his bold decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party...
Rescue operation unfolded on Wednesday evening after a two-storey building collapsed on Modupeola Street in Mangoro, located within the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State....
Nigeria Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, said the government is committed to making the nation’s criminal justice system faster, fairer, and more effective through a...
Federal Capital Territory High Court has adjourned the defamation suit filed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan until October 27. The case, which...
Popular Nigerian actress Mercy Aigbe has announced the death of her mother, sparking a wave of condolences from fans, colleagues, and the entertainment industry. Aigbe, a...
KINSHASA, DRC — The Democratic Republic of the the Congo asked the United Nations on Tuesday to open an independent inquiry into what President Félix Tshisekedi...
President Bola Tinubu has approved the construction of new hostels with space for 600 students at the Nigerian Law School in Bwari, Abuja. The project is...
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has urged world leaders and investors to give Africa a fair deal by supporting value-added industries instead of taking raw materials from...
Standards Organisation of Nigeria has awarded Dangote Cement an Integrated Management System (IMS) certification, marking a major recognition of the company’s commitment to quality, safety and...
ILORIN, Nigeria — A former legislative aide has been sentenced to eight years in prison for defrauding job seekers of more than ₦120 million through a...
Seychelles, a small island nation in the Indian Ocean, is preparing for national elections in September. Voters will decide who will lead the country as it...
Nigeria will launch a fully digital port system by 2026 to make trade faster and reduce corruption, the country’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega...
Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has donated 47 vehicles and 50 motorcycles to security agencies in an effort to strengthen the fight against crime...
Land dispute turned deadly in Anambra State when a man fatally stabbed his relative during an argument, police said Saturday. The suspect, whose name was not...
Global markets were mixed Friday after Wall Street ended the previous session with a decline, while Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba saw its shares jump sharply on...
Air Peace chairman Allen Onyema said British authorities prevented his airline from getting clearance to fly into London for seven years, delaying the Nigerian carrier’s entry...
Tanzania has officially launched direct flights to Lagos, Nigeria, marking a major step to improve air travel between East and West Africa. The new service, operated...
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has revealed that the leaked intimate tape that surfaced in 2021 was not an accident but the result of a bet. The...
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Yemi Cardoso said Friday that 14 commercial banks have fully met the new capital requirements under the country’s ongoing recapitalisation...
Nigerian-founded Moniepoint Inc. has been recognized as one of the United Kingdom’s top financial technology companies by CNBC, strengthening its reputation as a global player in...
Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has called on Nigerians to report loan apps and businesses that harass or intimidate them over unpaid loans, stressing...
Former Nasarawa State deputy governor Solomon Ewuga has died at the age of 70, family and political associates confirmed Saturday. Ewuga, a veteran politician, administrator, and...
Zenith Bank Plc will pay its founder and chairman, Jim Ovia, about N5.18 billion in interim dividends for the first half of 2025, making him one...
Nigerian music star Davido has surprised his wife, Chioma Rowland, with a brand-new 2025 Mercedes G-Wagon, drawing excitement from fans across the world. The gift, revealed...
Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday after a brief suspension, using his opening monologue to defend free speech while also expressing regret for comments he...
Food prices are staying stubbornly high around the world, even as Nigeria reports a modest slowing in food inflation. Global food commodity prices reached a two-year...
TAIPEI, Taiwan — At least 14 people are dead and 152 remain missing after a barrier lake burst in eastern Taiwan, sending a wall of water...
U.S. dollar traded at about ₦1,487 in today’s foreign-exchange market, showing only a slight decline from the previous session, as Nigeria’s currency market remained relatively calm....
Real Madrid kept their flawless start to the La Liga season alive with a commanding 4-1 victory over Levante on Tuesday night, securing their sixth win...
Nigeria lost crude oil worth N8.41 trillion to theft and poor metering between 2021 and July 2025, according to new figures from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum...
Airtel Africa Foundation has launched an ambitious plan to reach more than 10 million Africans by 2030 with scholarships, digital education, and social investment programs. The...
LAGOS, Nigeria — Tango Brook Technologies has introduced a new digital fuel card that it says will help drivers, households and businesses save money, reduce fuel...
Jigawa State’s new commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has promised to strengthen collaboration with other security agencies to fight crime and...
IBADAN, Nigeria — Actors and theatre enthusiasts gathered in Ibadan this weekend to honor former Oyo State Governor, Lam Adeshina Ladoja, with a special play celebrating...
Accumulated earwax can increase the risk of hearing loss, a doctor has warned, urging people to check their ears regularly and seek treatment when necessary. Dr....
Lagos, Nigeria – The death of popular Nigerian comedian Sanku has triggered controversy over an unpaid loan linked to his car, raising questions about financial obligations...