Politics
INEC Set to Deregister NDC After Court Ruling, Awaits Certified Copy
INEC plans to remove the Nigeria Democratic Congress from its register following a Federal High Court ruling that set aside a previous order mandating registration.
Business
Former FCMB Banker Returns After 7 Years, Shows Welcome Pack
Dr David Ephraim Mathias, a former FCMB employee, returned to the bank after seven years and shared his welcome pack on LinkedIn, calling it a fruitful homecoming.
Security
Gunmen Kill Miyetti Allah Chairman Ardo Muhammad in Benue State
Gunmen killed Miyetti Allah chairman Ardo Muhammad and Yakubu Isah in Otukpo, Benue State, sparking tension. Police have launched an investigation into the ambush.
Entertainment
Muslim Man Open to Christian, Traditionalist Suitors for Daughter
A Muslim man says Christians and traditionalists can seek his daughter's hand in marriage, promoting interfaith tolerance and unity in Nigeria.
Education
Health
Israel Refuses Lebanon Withdrawal, Strains US-Iran Peace Deal
Israel's refusal to withdraw from southern Lebanon threatens the fragile US-Iran peace accord, as Defense Minister Katz confirms troops will remain despite ongoing talks.
Stop Punishing Sickle Cell Warriors: A Call for Change
A personal account of living with sickle cell anemia in Nigeria, highlighting stigma, lack of medical care, and the urgent need for systemic change and compassion.
Nigeria's Sickle Cell Burden: 150,000 Newborns Yearly
Nigeria records 150,000 sickle cell births yearly. Experts highlight gaps in newborn screening, treatment access, and misconceptions on World Sickle Cell Day.
Lassa Fever Fatality Rate Hits 19.3% in 2026, NCDC Reports
Nigeria's NCDC reports Lassa fever case fatality rate rose to 19.3% in 2026, up from 18.9% in 2025. Outbreak affects 23 states, with highest burden in Ondo and Bauchi.
Doctor dies of Lassa fever as Benue records fresh outbreak
A senior doctor with APIN Foundation in Konshisha LGA, Benue State, has died from Lassa fever after battling the illness for over two weeks. The state health commissioner confirmed contact tracing and surveillance measures have been activated.
Nigerian Culture Quiz: Festivals, Food and Traditions
Celebrate Naija culture! Test your knowledge of festivals like Eyo and Durbar, dishes like jollof and suya, traditional attire and the customs of Nigeria's many peoples.
