The World Bank has commended President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda, describing Nigeria as a frequent global example of successful reform implementation. The bank’s Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, made this known during a visit to the State House, Abuja. She said Nigeria’s reform outcomes over the past two years were widely discussed among global…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, was absent from activities organised by the Seyi Makinde-led government to commemorate the Oyo State 50th anniversary celebration. The week-long celebration featured several events that traditionally involve the participation of royal fathers across the state. However, the Alaafin did not attend any of the programmes. The Alaafin’s…
Hon. Tosin Alabi, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) hopeful for the Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, has applauded Governor Seyi Makinde for his rare show of benevolence, political maturity, and unwavering commitment to the growth and stability of the PDP in Oyo State. Reacting to the recent commissioning of the PDP State Secretariat, Tosin Alabi described…
Actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has responded to social media users who attempted to shame her after photos of her with President Bola Tinubu went viral, warning that those attacking her without cause will be publicly exposed. Abraham, on X, stated she has screenshots and videos of confessions from people who tried to drag her…
Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, has stated that the only thing that will stop Arsenal from winning the Premier League title this year is ‘Arsenal’. Oliseh spoke during a recent interview on his Sunday Oliseh’s Global Football Insights. The former Juventus midfielder believes Arsenal still don’t have that 100 per cent belief that they…
Popular Twitch streamer and internet personality Kai Cenat has returned to Lagos, making his second visit to Nigeria amid renewed attention on his long-promised school project. Cenat arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Wednesday and was welcomed with a band performance, sparking immediate buzz across social media. The visit comes nearly a year…
Nigeria has emerged as the African country with the strongest naval fleet in 2026, boasting 152 vessels and ranking 22nd globally. This ranking comes from the Global Firepower (GF) report, which provides an analytical overview of the military capabilities of 145 modern armed forces worldwide. The Nigerian naval fleet comprises frigates, patrol vessels, and mine…
A 17-year-old girl, Ihechidere Favour Uka has been allegedly killed by her employer, Ibekwe Ezinne Mary, 30, following a dispute at a cosmetics shop in Lagos State. The incident reportedly occurred at about 6:30 p.m on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. According to information shared by the victim’s family, Ihechidere, who worked as a sales girl…
A 45-year-old man has died while trying to rescue his goat from inside a deep well in Mokola area, Saki community, Oyo State. The man entered the well with aim of rescuing the goat, but was trapped and couldn’t come out, Oyo State Fire Services Agency said while confirming the incident on Wednesday. The Chairman…
Nigerian Army said its troops have destroyed major detention facilities of terrorist group ISWAP located deep inside the Timbuktu Triangle forest in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State and free more than 70 hostages. The troops also eliminated no fewer than 32 ISWAP fighters, including two Qaids and three Munzirs, while several others sustained…
