Nigeria mourns Esther Mensah, the 'Pepper Girl', who died at 34 after declining a life-saving blood transfusion for breast cancer treatment despite a ₦30 million crowdfund. Read the full story.
Adekunle Gold made history on December 26, 2025, with a sold-out, orchestra-backed concert at the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre (National Theatre) in Lagos. Read about the epic night featuring Olamide and Davido.
Rhoda Youth Centre empowers over 100 pupils across Ikorodu Division with scholarships and essential learning materials. Founder Asiwaju Rotimi Erogbogbo commits to continuous support for educational development. Read more.
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited survivors of the Gamboru Market Mosque bomb blast in Maiduguri, conveying President Tinubu's sympathy and reaffirming the government's resolve to protect citizens.
Decades after her death, Baba Vanga's predictions for 2026 spark global debate. Will we see alien contact, major disasters, or a cancer breakthrough? Explore the facts and fiction.
Imo State confirms the postponed Ahiajoku Lecture will now hold in Q1 2026. Governor Uzodimma to send a bill to establish the centre as a pan-Igbo affair. Read the full details.
Anissa Sickle Cell Foundation reveals the crushing financial burden of sickle cell disease in Nigeria, with crisis care hitting N1 million and a cure costing N85 million. It calls for urgent NHIS coverage and policy action.
Nigeria's NCTC is collaborating with social media giants to delete accounts used by terrorists and bandits. The agency also exposes new ransom methods via POS operators. Read the full report.
Olamide paused his Flytime Fest performance to honour fellow rapper Phyno, showcasing their deep bond. The emotional moment went viral, highlighting their decade-long partnership. Read more about this iconic night.
The Nigerian Navy has commissioned a renovated Primary Health Care Centre in Ikaram-Akoko, Ondo State, featuring solar power and modern diagnostic tools to boost community healthcare and civil-military relations.
The FG reveals terrorists are exploiting PoS operators to collect ransom, making funds harder to track. Security agencies are collaborating with tech firms to dismantle their networks.
A Nigerian man's heartbreaking self-tribute before dying from a heart condition has gone viral, exposing demands for N2m deposits by Lagos hospitals and a failing healthcare system. Read his full story.
A National Open University student died after collapsing during a test at the Victoria Island centre. Eyewitnesses allege a lecturer delayed help. Read the full investigation.
The Nigerian government warns terrorists are using PoS agents to collect ransom, evading detection. Security agencies are working with social media giants to dismantle terror networks. Read more.
Kingsley Aneke's tragic death highlights Nigeria's healthcare crisis. His self-penned obituary blames hospital strikes and upfront payment demands. Read his powerful final plea for change.
An old video of Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo praising Pastor Chris Okafor's dedication to God has gone viral, sparking fresh debate amid the ongoing controversy over the recent wedding he officiated. Read the full story and see public reactions.
HEDA urges ex-AGF Malami to face corruption probe, not distract Nigerians. Group questions secrecy of Salami panel report, citing bias and targeted persecution. Read the full details.
The Guardian's Ann Godwin wins NMMA Female Reporter and DMOMA Media Personality awards. WSCIJ and NUJ Rivers celebrate her data-driven journalism and impact on Niger Delta communities. Read more.
Lagos University Teaching Hospital opens a state-of-the-art dermatology centre to improve diagnosis, treatment, and research for skin diseases in Nigeria and West Africa, addressing a long-neglected health burden.
Bishop Matthew Kukah visits IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto prison as part of his Christmas pastoral duty. Read details and public reactions here.
Senator Chris Ngige makes dramatic appearance at APC National Caucus meeting just hours after being granted bail by the FCT High Court. Read the full story of his return to the political arena.
Nigeria inaugurates a state-of-the-art PCB treatment facility in Abuja, a major step in combating chemical pollution and protecting public health under the Stockholm Convention. Read more.
The Guardian journalists were among top winners at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism awards in Lagos, recognised for exposés on malnutrition and abandoned projects. Discover the full list of honourees.
Yobe State authorities confirm a sexual exploitation network at Potiskum Correctional Centre. Investigations ongoing, with officers suspended. Read the full report.
A viral video shows Pastor Bolaji Idowu acknowledging Tiwa Savage and her son Jamil during a service, praying for them. The gesture has sparked mixed reactions online about celebrity treatment in church. Read the full story.
Oyo State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.
A Nigerian lady shares her terrifying first-time experience at a Shiloh 2025 viewing centre in Benin City, where she ran for her life. Read her full story and public reactions.
A Jehovah's Witness member writes an open letter to cancer patient Aunty Esther, detailing how she can get full financial and medical support from the congregation after public backlash.
The Sokoto State Government has refuted claims that Governor Ahmed Aliyu visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu with Abia's Alex Otti. Get the full details and official statement here.
Online personality Auntie Esther rejects blood transfusion for cancer treatment due to her faith as a Jehovah's Witness, sparking debate after N30m in public donations. Read the full story.