Russia hits Ukraine power plants despite Trump energy ceasefire claim
Russia struck Ukrainian power plants after Donald Trump claimed an “energy ceasefire”, President Zelensky confirmed, expressing surprise at the announcement.
Forbes Africa Names Burna Boy Among 15 Icons Taking Africa to the World
Grammy-winning Nigerian star Burna Boy joins Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Mo Abudu among Forbes Africa’s 15 featured icons.
BusinessAdesina urges African leaders to invest in technology, build industries
Former AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina has urged African leaders to prioritise industrialisation and technological innovation to boost the continent’s growth.
WorldUK PM defends comments on Man City verdict
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended his comments on Manchester City’s guilty verdict over financial breaches, separating the club’s investment from the football case.
EntertainmentThe Headies Moves 18th Awards Toronto Finale To April 2027, Expands Awards Programme
Organisers reschedule the 18th Headies Awards Toronto finale to April 2027, announcing additional activities across Nigeria and Canada.
NigeriaFour injured as part of 60-year-old building collapses in Rivers
Four persons were injured after a part of a 60-year-old building collapsed in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, prompting authorities to evacuate occupants.
BusinessOPay has demonstrated that a technology-driven financial institution can identify market inefficiencies, mobilise capital, develop innovative solutions and serve millions of Nigerians
OPay’s New York listing filing and planned Nigerian Exchange listing put the spotlight on how a fintech grew from a payments app to a company serving tens of millions.
WorldTrump brags about loyal supporters, says ‘You’d clap even if I said stupid things’
US President Donald Trump told supporters at a rally in Tennessee that they would applaud him even if he said “the stupidest things”, crediting the strong affection from his political base.
NigeriaPolice arrest four suspects in Kano, recover three stolen vehicles
The Kano State Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered three stolen vehicles, including a Toyota Corolla, a Hiace bus, and a Canter truck.
SportsMan City branded ‘cheats’ in hostile Liverpool reception after guilty verdict
Manchester City faced banners, jeers and chants at Anfield in their first away game since being found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules.
SportsEPL: Man City shrug off uncertain future to beat 10-man Liverpool 3-0
Manchester City shrugged off the threat of swingeing sanctions to beat 10-man Liverpool 3-0 in their first game since being found guilty on more than 100 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules.
EntertainmentJuma And His Son Rakeem Give Fans A Glimpse Of Their Sweet Father-Son Bond In Adorable Photos
Tanzanian singer Juma Jux and his son Rakeem show off their close bond in matching white outfits in a new set of photos.
NigeriaSoludo Says Negative Public Perceptions Discourage Youths From Joining Military
Anambra governor says negative views of security agencies discourage young Nigerians from military service, highlighting the late General Chikadibia Obiakor’s legacy.
EntertainmentReuben And Kike Abati Unveil Joint Podcast As Wife Marks 20 Year Media Anniversary
Reuben and Kike Abati launch podcast as wife marks 20 years in broadcasting and seven years of Real Talk With Kike.
NigeriaSultan Calls On Muslims Across Nigeria To Sight Jumadal Ula Crescent Sunday
Sultan asks Muslims across Nigeria to look for the new crescent after sunset and report sightings through traditional leaders for official confirmation.
NigeriaActionAid Says 33.4% Of Nigerian Women Marry Before 18, Demands Enforcement Of Child Marriage Laws
ActionAid calls for stronger enforcement of child marriage laws and greater investment in girls’ education as millions face early marriage.
PoliticsAtiku Accuses Tinubu Of Turning NNPC’s ₦66 Petrol Discount Into Political Spectacle
ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar questions the approval, cost and reach of NNPC’s 30-day petrol discount, accusing Tinubu of seeking political credit.
EntertainmentIfowodo Wins NLNG’s $100,000 Nigeria Prize For Poetry With Collection On Violence
Ogaga Ifowodo wins NLNG’s $100,000 literature prize for Why Does God Need a Gun?, exploring religious and political violence in Nigeria.
PoliticsAkume Says 1999 Power Rotation Pact Backs Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid
SGF George Akume says the 1999 North-South power-sharing agreement favours Tinubu’s re-election, as APC’s North-central leaders endorse him for 2027.
PoliticsADC Dares Wike, Says He Cannot Stop Amaechi From Campaigning In Rivers
The Rivers ADC says the FCT Minister has no legal or moral right to block its vice presidential candidate from campaigning in the state.
WorldUN, EU leaders voice shock at Houthi attack on Saudi airport, warn against escalation
The attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport killed 12 people and wounded over 300, according to Saudi aviation authorities.
PoliticsINEC includes OK Chinda’s name as the Rivers State APC governorship candidate
The commission’s final list for the 2027 Rivers governorship election has 19 candidates, despite a dispute over Chinda’s eligibility.
NigeriaOyo Police arrest three suspected armed robbers, recover pistol
The arrests followed a distress call over a robbery at Sumal Junction Roundabout in Ibadan, police say.
PoliticsADC deputy governorship candidate David Okumgba holds Okuru-Kaka ceremony in Okrika, Amaechi makes stopover
The ADC vice presidential candidate stopped in Rivers State on his way to Cross River State to attend the ceremony.
PoliticsJigawa ADC protests omission of deputy governorship candidate and seven others from INEC’s final list
The party says Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, its submitted running mate, is missing, while INEC Jigawa says the list pasted is final.
EntertainmentReekado Banks says AI music takes away from the experience, but he is not scared of it
Singer says AI-made songs are easy to spot and change how music feels, though he uses AI to research song ideas.
NigeriaSoyinka warns AI could dehumanise society, urges scientists to protect human imagination
Nobel laureate says machines must not take over human creativity, and asks NLNG to consider a consolation prize for creators.
BusinessJ.P. Morgan plans to set up a merchant bank in Nigeria before end of 2026
The US bank says operations are targeted to start this year, subject to regulatory approval.
NigeriaSowore demands independent investigation into Nigerian Air Force crash in Igbokoda
The AAC presidential candidate says those who maintained or bought the aircraft should not investigate it.
WorldTrump slams Norway over Nobel Peace Prize decision, says it has an 'indelible stain'
The US president reacted after the committee gave this year's prize to Navi Pillay.
PoliticsAPC campaign council criticises Peter Obi over 2023 election claim
The council cites Obi's BBC interview and says INEC and the courts confirmed Tinubu's win.
WorldTurkey bans social media use for children under 15
The law requires age checks and parental controls. Confirm the start date before posting.
PoliticsINEC warns political parties against vote buying, bribery and ballot box snatching ahead of 2027
Anambra's electoral commissioner says offenders will be prosecuted and stolen ballot boxes will be useless.
EducationASUU suspends strike at three Lagos state-owned universities, lecturers to resume immediately
LASU, LASUED and LASUSTECH lecturers return to work as talks with the state government continue.
EntertainmentVeryDarkMan Inspects Burna Boy’s School Project in Ahoada Ahead of Commissioning
VeryDarkMan visited Odiokwu Community Secondary School in Ahoada West LGA, Rivers State, ahead of its commissioning on Saturday, October 10.
Politics2027: Tinubu kicks off campaign in Kaduna October 24
President Bola Tinubu will flag off his 2027 re-election campaign in Kaduna on October 24, the DG of the APC Presidential Campaign Council has said.
BusinessAirtel Money Begins London Stock Exchange Trading at £5.3bn Valuation
Airtel Money has started conditional trading in London at a £5.3bn valuation, giving investors access to Africa's growing digital finance market.
BusinessNNPC extends N66 petrol discount to October 31, debunks subsidy return
NNPC says the N66 per litre discount at its retail stations now runs to October 31, and that it is customer relief, not a return of fuel subsidy.
PoliticsOsinbajo Urges Nigerians To Hold Leaders Accountable, Demand Rule Of Law
The former vice president Osinbajo urges citizens to reject identity politics, demand accountability and push for a justice system that protects ordinary Nigerians.