Politics
Betara Pledges to Build NAWOJ Secretariat, Endorses WINSEC 2026 Summit
House of Representatives Committee Chairman Aliyu Mukhtar Betara commits to constructing a national secretariat for NAWOJ in Abuja and supports the Women in Security Summit and Awards 2026.
Business
Cross River Accelerates Bakassi Deep Seaport Drive with High-Level Stakeholder Forum
Cross River State intensifies efforts for the Bakassi Deep Seaport project, convening a high-level stakeholder forum to mobilize support and chart an implementation roadmap, aiming to transform the state into a major trade hub.
Entertainment
Singer D4vd Arrested for Alleged Murder After Teen's Remains Found in His Tesla
US singer D4vd has been arrested in Los Angeles after the dismembered remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered in his Tesla. The victim had been missing since 2024.
Security
NDLEA Secures 974 Convictions, 11 Drug Kingpins Jailed 254 Years in Q1 2026
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency secured 974 convictions in Q1 2026, including 11 drug kingpins sentenced to 254 years in prison. Chairman Marwa praised the judiciary and vowed to continue the fight against illicit drugs.
Sports
Education
Culture
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.
Sokoto Commissions Remodeled Isa Mai Kware Jumu'at Mosque
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu commissions the remodeled Isa Mai Kware Jumu'at mosque, part of a broader initiative to renovate 33 mosques and support Islamic institutions with monthly funding and allowances for religious leaders.
