Bauchi police arrest two suspected thugs, rescue three victims in Ningi after August 17 attack
A volatile security backdrop in Bauchi State Bauchi State, situated in Nigeria’s north‑central zone, has been grappling with a surge in violent...
Anthony Dennis Linked with Hoffenheim, Mainz and Stuttgart as Bundesliga Clubs Eye Nigerian Midfielder in 2026
Who is Anthony Dennis and why is he on Europe’s radar? Anthony Dennis, a 23‑year‑old defensive midfielder, has spent the last two...
Nigerian Army boosts security on Sokoto‑Kebbi border amid Lakurawa threat, 2026
Background: Who are the Lakurawa and why the border matters The Lakurawa group first emerged in northern Nigeria in 2022, positioning itself...
Osun State police probe death of unidentified woman found in Osogbo church with missing left wrist, 2026
Background: Rising unease over church‑related crimes in Osun Osun State, long known for its vibrant cultural festivals and pilgrimages to historic shrines,...
Bauchi police arrest two men over stolen cattle and bribery attempt in Alkaleri, 2026
Cattle theft as a growing security headache in northern Nigeria Livestock remains the backbone of many rural economies across northern Nigeria, where...
2027 Women’s World Cup intercontinental play‑off: Ghana and South Africa secure Africa slots, shaping the continent’s future
Background: the road to the 2027 intercontinental play‑offs The 2027 Women’s World Cup will expand to 32 teams, a move that has...
18 dead in Niger State bridge crash on Wuya village road, 2026 heavy‑truck accident
Road safety in Nigeria: a fragile foundation Nigeria’s road network carries more than 70 percent of the country’s freight, yet it consistently ranks...
Oyo High Court Rules Alabi Branch to Produce Next Oluwo Afobaje of Ibadan (2026)
Background: The Oluwo Afobaje Title and the Labosinde Family The Oluwo Afobaje is one of the senior traditional titles in Ibadanland, a...
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo slams Sheikh Sani Jingir’s claim Nigeria is a Muslim nation – 2026
Background: Nigeria’s religious mosaic and recent flashpoints Nigeria’s population is roughly split between roughly 50 % Muslims, 40 % Christians and a small proportion...
Bauchi Police Arrest Emmanuel Jacob Over Theft of 7 Solar Panels from Federal Girls’ College, 2026
Solar push in Nigerian schools In the past five years, the Nigerian government has accelerated the placement of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems...
Thibaut Courtois on Jose Mourinho’s ‘right path’ at Real Madrid, training return 2026
Background: Mourinho’s second spell and Courtois’ injury When Jose Mourinho was appointed Real Madrid head coach in June 2026, the Portuguese tactician...
WAFCON 2026: Barbra Banda Leads Scoring with 5 Goals as Zambia Misses Semi-Finals
A turning point for African women's football The 2026 edition of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, staged in Morocco, has...
NRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji Criticised for Questioning Tinubu’s Economic Reforms – Fallout
Background The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) is the country’s tax authority, responsible for collecting government revenue and enforcing tax laws. Since taking...
Plateau State troops seize 55 cows, detain 13‑year‑old herder after farm damage claims – implications for herder‑farmer tensions in Nigeria 2026
Background: A history of herder‑farmer friction in Plateau State Plateau State, located in Nigeria’s Middle Belt, has long been a flashpoint for...
Jigawa police arrest six over POS NIN fraud and counterfeit currency in 2026
Background: cyber‑fraud and POS scams on the rise in Nigeria Nigeria’s digital economy has expanded dramatically over the past decade, with mobile...