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The group stage of the I Beg To Differ Secondary School Debate – Tournament of Champions has ended after eight days of intense competition among some of Nigeria’s brightest young debaters.

Square College Lagos defeated Silverbird International School, Port Harcourt, in a closely contested debate on whether elections remain the best measure of democracy.

Government Science Secondary School, Tungamaji, Abuja, has emerged as the Group C champion of the I Beg To Differ Season Nine Tournament of Champions after defeating Pleroma International High School, Port Harcourt, in a closely contested debate on sugar taxation and public health.

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with both countries focusing on trade, investment, technology, aviation and people-to-people ties.

Another batch of 83 Nigerians repatriated from South Africa has arrived in Lagos, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission said.

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 kidnap victims in separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states, the military said Thursday.

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has cautioned Nigerians against ethnic and religious profiling in the fight against insecurity, saying criminality has no ethnicity and terrorism has no religion.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has presented Certificates of Return to Osun State Governor-elect Ademola Adeleke and his deputy, Kola Adewusi, following their victory in the August 15 governorship election.

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele says the federal government's economic reforms have generated N20.4 trillion in incremental resources and helped prevent a deeper fiscal and economic crisis.

The Lagos State Examinations Board has announced that the 2026 Common Entrance Screening Test will begin Friday, Aug. 21, and run through Monday, Aug. 24.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective Aug. 27, 2026.

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, potentially marking their first face-to-face encounter since Trump began his second term.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a committee to draft a five-year strategic defence cooperation plan for Nigeria.

More than 5,000 cases of Ebola have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo, making the country's latest outbreak the deadliest in its history, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention.

The Nigerian government has called for urgent measures to end xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Africans in South Africa.

President Bola Tinubu says his administration will present Nigerians with a scorecard detailing the impact of the economic reforms introduced since 2023.

Nigeria’s official campaign season for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections begins Wednesday, August 19, with political parties and candidates pledging to pursue peaceful, issue-based campaigns and reject violence, hate speech, misinformation and personal attacks.

 The United States Coast Guard has lifted a 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, ending enhanced security requirements for ships that had called at designated Nigerian ports.

US President Donald Trump says there are no talks with Iran, despite reports that Washington and Tehran have been holding discussions.

Independent National Electoral Commission Chairman Joash Amupitan has urged political parties and candidates contesting the 2027 general elections to uphold the commitments contained in the National Peace Accord, warning that the credibility of the polls depends not only on INEC but also on the conduct of political actors.

The National Peace Committee has brought political parties and presidential candidates together in Abuja to sign the first National Peace Accord ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Nigeria and Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians not to vote for politicians who violate the National Peace Accord ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Peter Obi has congratulated Nigeria's U18 women's basketball team, the Junior D'Tigress, after they won silver at the FIBA U18 Women's AfroBasket Championship in Abidjan and secured qualification for the 2027 FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup in China.

Vencrest Schools, Port Harcourt, have booked their place in the Round of 12 at the 2026 I Beg to Differ National Debate Finals after edging out Community Secondary School, Rumuolumeni, in a tightly contested Group A encounter.

Honeyland School has emerged victorious over Grace High School in a fiercely contested debate at the 2026 I Beg to Differ National Debate Championship.

Fountain School has defeated Silverbird International School in a debate on local government autonomy to secure qualification for the knockout stages of the I Beg to Differ Season 9 National Finals.

José Mourinho has officially being presented as Real Madrid head coach, 13 years after ending his first spell at the Spanish club.

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has denied claims by the African Democratic Congress that the party helped him secure victory in Saturday’s governorship election.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu and his entire technical crew following the team’s disappointing performances at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, says the Federal Government’s economic reforms have pushed monthly Federal Account Allocation Committee disbursements above N2 trillion, compared with an average of N300 billion under previous administrations.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country’s history, with 2,325 people killed since the outbreak was declared on May 15.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has destroyed 329,865.585 kilogrammes of illicit drugs and psychotropic substances worth an estimated N301.058 billion in Lagos.

Another batch of 83 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa amid rising Xenophobic attacks and anti-foreigner sentiments is expected to arrive in Lagos on Wednesday, August 19.

Prospects for peace between the United States and Iran have suffered another setback after US President Donald Trump rejected an extension of a memorandum of understanding due to expire between the two countries.

Square College, Lagos, champions of the second Lagos Regional Finals, has defeated Heritage Group of Schools, Ogun State, in the Group D contest at the ongoing I Beg To Differ student debate tournament.

The Monday evening debate centred on the motion, “NYSC should be replaced with mandatory one-year military service.”

Government Science Secondary School, Tunga Maji, Abuja, has emerged the winner of a closely fought Group C contest on Day 5 of the I Beg to Differ Season 9 National Debate Tournament.

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former military Head of State, retired General Ibrahim Babangida, on his 85th birthday, describing him as an outstanding Nigerian leader whose time in power left lasting marks on the country.

A faction of the Accord Party led by Prof. Chris Imumolen has warned that Osun State Gov. Ademola Adeleke could face political and legal implications from the party’s unresolved leadership crisis.

The Lagos State Government has banned motorists and vehicle dealers from using dealer number plates permanently or for everyday driving on public roads.

Presidential candidates of the Accord Party, African Action Congress (AAC) and Social Democratic Party (SDP) have agreed to form an alliance ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Yiaga Africa has commended Osun voters for their resilience during Saturday’s governorship election and called for improvements to the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Osun State Gov. Ademola Adeleke has thanked residents for renewing his mandate, describing his re-election as a victory for democracy and an endorsement of his administration's performance.

Travellers entering or leaving the United Kingdom with large amounts of cash or other forms of monetary instruments may be required to declare them to customs authorities under UK border rules.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to jointly investigate alleged vote-buying, financial inducement, violence and other electoral offences linked to the 2026 Osun governorship election.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has forecast cloudy conditions, thunderstorms and varying levels of rainfall across Nigeria from Sunday through Tuesday.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued a 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps member who fled into a forest after violence erupted at a polling unit during Saturday's Osun governorship election.

Osun State Gov. Ademola Adeleke has pledged to deliver more dividends of democracy to residents after securing another four-year term in Saturday's governorship election.

The 2026 Osun governorship election produced a clear divide between the two leading candidates and the other contenders, with 13 candidates collectively polling only a small fraction of the votes.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Osun State Gov. Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, describing the result as a reflection of the choice of the people.

Osun state Governor, Ademola Adeleke has won the 2026 governorship election in the state, defeating his closest challenger, All Progressives Congress candidate Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji.

Hawaii is bracing for potentially its first direct hurricane strike in decades as Category 1 Hurricane Lala moves toward the state, threatening the Big Island with damaging winds, flooding and landslides.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed talks with North Korea on formally ending the Korean War, which has technically remained unresolved since an armistice was signed in 1953.

The clash between African Energy Week and the WPC Energy Congress has revealed a deeper weakness: Africa still lacks a coordinated strategy for protecting the timing, relevance and political weight of its own major energy gatherings.

The Universal Basic Education Commission has rehabilitated the Alternative High School for Girls in Agboju, Lagos, to help girls and young mothers whose education was disrupted by pregnancy, poverty and other social challenges return to school.

Election observers reported 323 electoral offences and irregularities across 726 polling units monitored during Saturday’s Osun governorship election, alongside 38 security incidents.

All Progressives Congress governorship candidate Munirudeen Oyebamiji has described Saturday’s Osun governorship election as largely peaceful in his area and expressed confidence in winning the poll.

Osun Deputy Gov. Kola Adewusi has described Saturday’s governorship election as largely peaceful, despite an earlier disruption at his polling unit in Ile-Ife.

The Independent National Electoral Commission’s IReV portal has recorded 1,279 uploaded results out of the 3,763 results expected from polling units across Osun State.

Osun Gov. Ademola Adeleke has demanded the immediate release of Peoples Democratic Party state chairman Sunday Bisi, alleging that he was arrested shortly after voting in Saturday’s governorship election.

At least 11 people have died and 34,533 others have been affected by tropical windstorms, heavy rainfall and flash floods across 15 local government areas of Yobe State since May, according to the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency, YOSEMA.

The beauty brand of music star Rihanna, Fenty Beauty, has congratulated Nigerian music star Ayra Starr on the release of her third studio album, ‘Starrgirl’.

The United Arab Emirates has accused Iran of attacking a vessel belonging to state-owned oil giant ADNOC while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

Vetland Senior Grammar School, Lagos, has defeated Great Solid Rock College, Lagos, in a closely contested Group B debate on day four of the I Beg to Differ Secondary School Debate – Tournament of Champions, 2026.

Grace High School, Lagos, has edged Venocrest Schools, Eneka, Port Harcourt, in a closely fought Group A debate on Day Four of the I Beg To Differ Tournament of Champions.

Super Falcons captain has urged Nigerians to support the team rather than subject players to online criticism as Nigeria prepares to face South Africa in a crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations playoff Thursday night.

Nigeria and the United States have begun high-level security talks in Washington, D.C., focused on strengthening counterterrorism cooperation and expanding bilateral security collaboration.

The Presidency says public submissions on the proposed National Policing Bill, which provides a framework for state police, will close at 5 p.m. Thursday.

Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday commissioned a mid-level agro-produce hub in Agege, saying the facility will help reduce food prices, cut post-harvest losses and create jobs.

The Rivers State Government has denied reports of a renewed dispute between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the State House of Assembly over the delay in passing the 2026 Appropriation Bill.

Honeyland School, Lagos, has defeated Community Secondary School, Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, in the final debate of Day Three of the Season Nine national finals of the I Beg to Differ Tournament of Champions.

Silverbird International School, Port Harcourt, has defeated Heritage Group of Schools, Ofada, Ogun State, in a closely contested debate on whether public opinion often harms governance at the Season Nine national finals of the I Beg to Differ Tournament of Champions.

Fountain School, Jikwoyi, Abuja, has narrowly defeated Square College, Lagos, in a closely fought second Group D contest at the Season Nine national finals of the I Beg to Differ Tournament of Champions.

Malawi have reached their first-ever final at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 victory over Algeria in the semi-finals of the 2026 tournament in Morocco.

Cameroon have defeated hosts Morocco on penalties to secure a place in the final of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

What began as an awkward overlap between the WPC Energy Congress and African Energy Week has evolved into a wider argument about institutional respect, conference diplomacy and whether Africa can protect the platforms it creates.

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodríguez, in a civil ceremony in Portugal, according to reports in the Portuguese media.

 Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has condemned what he described as inflammatory and threat-laden comments attributed to Sen. Francis Fadahunsi ahead of Saturday’s Osun State governorship election.

The Nigeria Police Force has warned political parties, candidates and their supporters against violence, vote buying and other electoral offences ahead of the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday.

President Bola Tinubu has signed a new order aimed at unlocking up to $50 billion in investment in Nigeria’s deep offshore oil and gas sector, beginning with the proposed $10 billion Bonga South West project.

President Donald Trump has confirmed that he was secretly moved to a different aircraft after leaving a NATO summit in Turkey last month because U.S. authorities had identified a possible threat.

The Nigeria Football Federation has apologised to President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians after the Super Falcons failed to secure one of the direct qualification tickets for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Pleroma International School, Port Harcourt, has defeated Straitgate High School, Lagos, in a keenly contested Group C encounter at the I Beg to Differ Season 9 National Debating Championship in Lagos.

Government Science Secondary School, Tunga Maje, Abuja, has defeated Haliffield Schools, Lagos, in a keenly contested group match at the I Beg to Differ National Debating Championship 2026.

Great Solid Rock College, Lagos, and Laurel’s Model College, Port Harcourt, went head-to-head in a tightly contested Group B encounter on Day Two of the I Beg to Differ Season 9 National Finals.

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to preserve the unity of the country despite their ethnic and religious differences.

Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, says he will restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027.

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has called for stronger education, family values and enforcement of laws to address what he described as the erosion of values in Nigerian society.

Lagos now generates about 17,000 tons of waste daily, up from an earlier estimate of 13,000 tons, Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has said, highlighting the growing pressure on the state’s waste management system.

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has commended curity agencies for arresting three suspected members of the kidnapping gang behind the August 2 attack on St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Inoyi-Affa, in Udi Local Government Area of the state.

The Department of State Services has released a carpenter, Mustapha Marwana, after investigations cleared him of alleged links to terrorist activities.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has appealed to aviation unions to suspend their ongoing industrial action and exercise restraint pending the return of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo.

The United Nations has called on governments and technology companies to urgently strengthen protections for children against growing online risks, including harmful artificial intelligence, disinformation and online harassment.

At least 132 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, triggering a major search-and-rescue operation.

The Lagos State House of Assembly is calling for stronger community-level security and tougher prosecution of vandals and those who profit from stolen public infrastructure.

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission and security agencies to ensure a free, fair and credible Osun State governorship election on August 15.

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat says the state’s available resources are not enough to meet its growing infrastructure needs, as rising costs and rapid population growth continue to put pressure on government spending.

Honeyland Schools, Lagos, champions of the Lagos Regional Finals, have defeated Venocrest Schools, Eneka, Port Harcourt, in the second debate of Group A at the Nigeria Info I Beg To Differ Season 9 National Finals.

Vetland Senior Grammar School, Lagos, has defeated Government Day Secondary School, Karu, Abuja, in a debate on whether state police will improve national security at the Nigeria Info I Beg To Differ Season 9 National Finals.

Grace High School, Lagos, has secured three points in the opening debate of the Nigeria Info I Beg to Differ Season 9 National Finals, defeating Community Secondary School, Rumuolumeni, Rivers State.

Opposition leaders including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso and Seyi Makinde are expected to meet in Abuja on August 18 as part of efforts to build a united platform ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis is set to go on trial in Las Vegas over the 1996 murder of American rapper Tupac Shakur.

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, and other senior Nigerian government officials are expected to represent the country at the maiden Canada-Africa Investment Summit in Toronto, Canada.

The Nigeria Revenue Service, NRS, says the country’s economy is showing strong signs of recovery and accelerated growth following a series of painful reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Tinubu.

Adeniyi Adeyemi, the controversial Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, has insisted that his lawyers and journalists must be present before he submits to questioning by the House of Representatives committee investigating the controversy surrounding the council.

Pope Leo XIV has called for the opening of humanitarian corridors to allow civilians trapped by the ongoing war in Sudan to access safety and essential assistance.

President Bola Tinubu says 147 structures in Lagos will be affected by the construction of the service lane of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, with five facing full demolition.

President Bola Tinubu has flagged off repair works on the Eko Bridge and Marine Bridge in Lagos as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to improve critical infrastructure and ease transportation along the Lagos corridor.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inspected a vandalised bridge pole at Vin-Niger, along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Amuwo-Odofin, assuring residents that the structure remains safe.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC Ltd., has rejected allegations of poor performance and impropriety against its management, saying crude oil and gas production have increased under Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari.

FC Barcelona has expressed condolences to club legend Lionel Messi following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has extended the deadline for political parties to submit candidates for the governorship and State House of Assembly elections scheduled for February 2027.

Iran has set a series of conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including compensation for war damages, lifting of sanctions and an end to military action against Tehran and its allies.

Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of football star Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68

The Federal Government has donated 100 vials of Panaf Premium anti-snake venom worth N25 million to the Benue State Government to improve treatment for snakebite victims.

Former United States President Joe Biden's cancer has spread to his bones, with his son, Hunter Biden, describing the condition as painful and debilitating.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has condemned the vandalism of the Festac-Alakija Bridge, directing security agencies to arrest and prosecute those responsible.

Operatives of the Department of State Services have arrested three more suspects allegedly linked to the kidnapping of Professor Samuel Avengbe Okunsebor, Dean of Agriculture at Nasarawa State University.

Five students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade, and two other kidnap victims have been rescued in Ogun State following an intelligence-led security operation.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has cleared President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, of wrongdoing in the controversy surrounding the purported Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).

Former Benin President Patrice Talon has been elected president of the country’s newly created Senate, just over two months after leaving office.

The Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA) has given the Federal Government a three-week deadline to conclude negotiations over its outstanding demands or face possible industrial action.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns over a suspicious payment made into one of his private bank accounts, alleging that his confidential banking details may have been compromised.

Labour leaders are calling for a review of workers’ wages, saying the rising cost of living has made the current minimum wage increasingly difficult for many Nigerians to live on.

At least five people have been killed in a reprisal attack on three communities in Kupa Kingdom, Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State, following the killing of an unarmed herder.

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele has urged professionals and academics to embrace public service and contribute their expertise to advancing Nigeria's economic transformation.

A retired officer of the Department of State Services (DSS), Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court in Abuja on terrorism-related charges, including allegedly supporting the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Vice President Kashim Shettima has started a two-week vacation approved by President Bola Tinubu, marking his first official leave since assuming office in May 2023.

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately return to court and vacate the order freezing the Osun State Government's bank account, saying the timing of the action could undermine public confidence in the democratic process.

Iran says it is close to finalising an agreement with Oman on a new framework for commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but insists the strategic waterway will not reopen until the United States meets a number of conditions.

Minister of Works Dave Umahi says the ongoing construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the Sokoto-Badagry Expressway is aimed at strengthening regional integration and improving national connectivity.

The Osun State Government has dismissed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's allegation that ₦11 billion was looted from its accounts, describing the claim as false and politically motivated.

The Osun State government has challenged the legal basis for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's decision to freeze its statutory account, saying the anti-graft agency lacks the authority to restrict access to funds meant for public services.

President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the rescue of 308 kidnap victims in Kwara and Niger states, commending security agencies for the successful operation and directing them to step up efforts to prevent future attacks.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologised for mistakes in a controversial proposal to sell stakes in the governing body's competitions to private investors, but retained the backing of FIFA's senior leadership following a meeting in Morocco.

The Federal Government has approved new measures to accelerate the provision of reliable electricity to health facilities across Nigeria as part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it froze the Osun State government's bank accounts as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged mismanagement of about ₦11 billion in public funds.

The Federal Government has directed the immediate implementation of new measures to protect health workers across Nigeria following a series of attacks, harassment and intimidation reported at federal tertiary health institutions.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has constituted a seven-member National Reconciliation Committee to address grievances arising from its recent primaries across the country.

The Osun State Government says it will approach the Federal High Court to challenge the decision by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to freeze its accounts.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority says it evacuated more than 18,660 metric tonnes of municipal solid waste across its disposal facilities in one week following operational improvements at the Olusosun Disposal Facility.

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has released the results of the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates, with 61.54 per cent of candidates obtaining at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has reportedly placed an Osun State Government account domiciled with First Bank on a "Post No Debit" restriction, just 10 days before the state's August 15 governorship election.

Defence Minister Christopher Musa has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving salary increases of between 30% and 80% for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, describing the move as a significant boost to troop welfare and military operations.

The Senate Committees on Defence and Army have commended President Bola Tinubu for approving salary increases for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, describing the move as a boost to troop welfare and military morale.

The Federal High Court has begun the phased relocation of its Lagos Judicial Division to a newly completed court complex in Ikoyi, with a one-month free parking concession for lawyers aimed at easing the transition.

The Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service, Olumode Adeyemi, has announced a series of welfare reforms for firefighters, including a new Medical Intervention Scheme and an increase in the Service's interest-free loan facility from ₦300,000 to ₦500,000.

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors says it has reached agreements with the Federal Government on timelines for resolving outstanding salary, promotion and allowance issues, but has not yet called off its planned strike.

The Lagos State government has inducted 150 newly trained firefighters and commissioned the Oworonshoki Fire Station, expanding the state's emergency response capacity as authorities seek to improve public safety and disaster preparedness.

President Bola Tinubu has approved salary increases of between 30 and 80 per cent for members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces, in a move aimed at improving troop welfare as security personnel continue operations against insurgency, banditry and kidnapping across the country.

The Executive Director of the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre ((RULAAC), Okechukwu Nwanguma, has called on the Federal Government to publish the proposed National Policing Bill before asking Nigerians to submit memoranda, arguing that meaningful public participation cannot take place without access to the draft legislation.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised Cardinal John Onaiyekan over his comments on President Bola Tinubu's administration, saying religious leaders should avoid being perceived as politically partisan if they want their views to retain credibility.

Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, on Tuesday urged investors to channel capital into Nigerian states creating favorable conditions for business, holding up Delta State as an example of subnational leadership converting federal reforms into economic opportunity.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for stronger border security measures and a coordinated European response after a surge of migrants into Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta triggered tensions among European Union member states.

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria Femi Falana has called on the Inspector-General of Police to take over investigations into the controversial deaths of Mary Habila and Babatunde Dolapo Tanimola, insisting that both cases require thorough, independent and transparent probes.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly sought support from the administration of United States President Donald Trump after facing mounting criticism over the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA competitions, including the World Cup.

Stakeholders at the 2026 Delta State Economic and Investment Summit have called for stronger investment in local industries, marine infrastructure and homegrown solutions, as government leaders and economic experts outlined strategies to drive growth and create jobs.

The National Youth Service Corps has made National Electronic Registration Database (NERD) clearance compulsory for all prospective corps members, warning that anyone without the verification will not be mobilised for national service.

The Federal Ministry of Works has begun a technical assessment of flood-affected sections of the Benin-Sagamu Expressway following heavy rainfall that disrupted movement along parts of the highway.

Hon. Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, the Kebbi State High Court judge abducted about a week ago, has regained his freedom and returned home safely.

A coalition of 100 Nigerians under the banner of G-100 has urged opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, warning that a divided opposition would struggle to defeat the ruling party.

The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, rejecting criticisms by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as misleading and based on outdated data.

The Lagos State Government has commenced the installation of new water pumps at the Iju Headworks and Akute Intakes as part of efforts to improve water production, strengthen distribution and expand access to potable water across the state.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Lagos election, Funsho Doherty, has urged eligible voters to reject vote buying and elect leaders based on competence, integrity and vision.

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has urged Nigerian youths to reject vote buying and political inducements, warning that short-term rewards could cost them four years of their future.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Sunday clarified that no fire broke out at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, walking back an earlier advisory that had reported a fire incident at the facility.

Normal flight operations have resumed at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos after a fire incident briefly disrupted activities on Sunday.

The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the largest in the country's history, with more than 3,600 confirmed infections and nearly 1,600 deaths since it was declared in May.

U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has cancelled planned military strikes against Iran, saying progress in diplomatic talks has created an opportunity to reach an agreement.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared itself ready for the Aug. 15 governorship election in Osun State, following a five-day assessment of its preparations and a statewide mock accreditation exercise.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday led security personnel to a suspected criminal hideout in a shanty located in Karmajiji, in Kukwaba District, near the Abuja City Gate, where he directed the FCT Department of Development Control to immediately demolish the illegal settlement.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says one of the biggest mistakes made by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was trying to build his own political structure too early after assuming office.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says 65 of the 69 ambassadors-designate appointed by President Bola Tinubu have received the approval of their host countries, representing 97 percent of all appointments.

A court in Moscow has ordered the confiscation of 123 real estate assets belonging to Jehovah's Witnesses, transferring the properties to the Russian state.

The Nigerian Army has rescued a kidnapped senior military officer, Lieutenant Colonel Ofor Amobi, and a civilian, Ikechukwu Onwuanra, after a 10-day joint search-and-rescue operation in Enugu State.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced the public display of the personal particulars and academic credentials of presidential candidates for the 2027 general elections.

The Kogi State Government has ordered security agencies to investigate the killing of a Catholic priest, Reverend Father Samuel Opeyemi, and bring those responsible to justice.

Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his proposal to sell stakes in the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup, with his senior adviser resigning over the plan and opposition spreading across global football.

Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has called on the European Union to consider suspending Spain from the Schengen free movement area following a major migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta.

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Kenneth Okonkwo, has accused President Bola Tinubu of defending the Independent National Electoral Commission against legitimate concerns over its neutrality ahead of the 2027 general elections.

South African authorities have arrested more than 80 suspects in connection with recent Afrophobic attacks against African migrants, the country’s Consul General to Nigeria, Professor Bobby Moroe, has said.

Professor Is-haq Oloyede has handed over as Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, ending his 10-year tenure at the examination body.

Team Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s best performing nation after seven days of competition at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

A controversy is rocking Supercell Estate in Apo District, FCT, as a widow battling cancer, Mrs. Sandra Onuora, has appealed to FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike to intervene following the alleged illegal sale of her late husband's property to a prominent local pastor.

Colombian pop star Shakira, Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy and Uganda’s Ghetto Kids have begun rehearsals ahead of their much-anticipated performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show.

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over the ongoing electricity outages, describing the situation as temporary but difficult.

AfriMillions has officially launched in Nigeria, introducing a new digital lottery and online gaming platform built specifically for African players. Headlined by a ₦1 Billion Mega Jackpot,

​​​​​​​A coalition of African journalists has condemned what it describes as Israel’s “intentional and deliberate targeting” of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, urging the international community to impose accountability measures similar to those once used against apartheid South Africa.

Pope Leo has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the victims and the families of about 200 people killed in a tragic massacre in Benue State.

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has been at the forefront of this undemocratic practice

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Single-sex schools are better than unisex schools

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Religious studies in Primary and Secondary school should be abolished

With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

On July 17, 2023, Russia decided to pull out of the Black Sea grain deal. The deal would have allowed Ukraine to continue exporting grains through the Black Sea

Reactions and condolence messages have continued to pour in for Lagos based lawyer, Bolanle Raheem who was shot dead on Christmas Day by an operative of Ajiwe Police Station in Ajah.

The Premier League and English Football League have postponed this weekend’s round of fixtures following the Queen’s death on Thursday.

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has announced Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate. 

The member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajola Federal Constituency, (Oyo State) at the House of Representatives, Shina Peller has announced his exit from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). 

The Delta State Commissioner for Information, Charles Aniagwu has praised the emergence of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa as the vice-presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has found Safiyanu Ameerah (Amira) the lady whose tweet of being abducted went viral Tuesday.