Politics
Cross River North Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu, Otu, Jarigbe for 2027 Re-election
A coalition of political stakeholders in Cross River North, JARILEAGUE, has endorsed President Bola Tinubu, Governor Bassey Otu, and Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe for re-election in 2027, citing progress in infrastructure, education, and economic empowerme
Business
CBN Sets 18 Years as Minimum Age for BVN Enrolment, New Rules Start May 1
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced that only individuals aged 18 and above can enrol for BVN from May 1, 2026, as part of tighter security measures.
Entertainment
Sowore Responds to VeryDarkMan After Securing BLord's Bail from Kuje Prison
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has sent a strong message to social media critic VeryDarkMan following the bail release of businessman BLord from Kuje Prison in Abuja after over two weeks in detention.
Security
76-Year-Old Grandpa Sentenced to 40 Years for Drug Trafficking Offences
A 76-year-old man, Francis Omofe, has been sentenced to 40 years imprisonment for drug-related offences by Justice James Omotosho, with the judge citing national interest and deterrence.
Sports
Education
Culture
Balogun Warns Olubadan, Senator Alli to Stay Away from Politics
Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, the Balogun of Ibadanland, urges Olubadan Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja and Senator Sharafadeen Alli to refrain from political involvement to protect the traditional institution's sanctity and unity.
Saudi Arabia Reduces Nigeria's 2026 Hajj Pilgrim Quota
Saudi authorities have reduced Nigeria's Hajj allocation for 2026, forcing Zamfara State to cut 456 intending pilgrims. The state's quota dropped from 2,207 to 1,741, though officials have introduced improved welfare packages for selected participants.
MFM Ajah Children's Crusade Sees Over 200 Conversions
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Ajah Axis held its first open-air children's crusade, themed 'That None of These Little Ones Should Perish,' drawing large crowds and leading to over 200 conversions through child-friendly Gospel presentation
Pope Decries Tyrants, Promotes Peace in Cameroon Conflict
Pope Leo XIV criticizes tyrants exploiting Earth with war, during a peace mission in Cameroon's separatist crisis, amid tensions with former U.S. President Trump.
Ecobank Hosts 100+ Vendors at Adire Lagos 2026 Exhibition
Ecobank Nigeria will host over 100 vendors at the Adire Lagos 2026 exhibition, themed 'Threads Across Borders,' from June 11-14, 2026, in Lagos, promoting Nigerian textile traditions and continental cultural exchange.
