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Security

Delta Police Neutralise Kidnapper, Rescue Three in Issele-Uku

Security forces in Delta State have dismantled a kidnapping syndicate, rescuing three victims after a fierce gun battle in Issele-Uku. The Delta State Police C…

NDLEA

NDLEA Arrests 39, Secures 12 Convictions in Rivers Drug Crackdown

The NDLEA Rivers Command records 39 arrests and 12 convictions in four months, sparking calls for mandatory drug tests in schools and the NYSC scheme. PORT HAR…

Nigeria

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to Preach at Lambeth Palace During UK State Visit

Senator Oluremi Tinubu takes the pulpit at Lambeth Palace, adding a unique spiritual layer to Nigeria’s first UK state visit in nearly forty years. LONDON (Obg…

Sports

CAF Strips Senegal of AFCON 2025 Title, Declares Morocco Winners

A landmark CAF ruling has overturned Senegal’s victory, awarding the 2025 AFCON trophy to Morocco following a chaotic final marked by pitch protests. The Confe…

Soldiers and joint security forces thwart a daring midnight raid by Boko Haram insurgents on a key military outpost on the outskirts of Maiduguri. MAIDUGURI (…

International

Brad Pitt Moves to Grill Russian Tycoon in Jolie Winery Dispute

Brad Pitt intensifies his legal battle against Angelina Jolie, filing a motion to compel testimony from Russian tycoon Yuri Shefler over a winery deal. the bat…

entertainment

BBNaija’s Queen Mercy Opens Up on Motherhood Journey

Reality star Queen Mercy Atang reveals her past dread of childbirth while celebrating the strength and motivation motherhood has brought to her life. LAGOS (Ob…

Susie Wiles, the first female White House Chief of Staff, has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, President Trump confirmed on Monday. United States…

Finance

Nigeria Takes Global Lead in Dollar Stablecoin Ownership

Nigeria has outpaced major economies to top global rankings for stablecoin ownership, as citizens turn to digital dollars for economic shelter. Nigeria has sec…

entertainment

Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor Oscar for 'Sinners'

Michael B. Jordan has secured the Best Actor prize at the Oscars for his performance in 'Sinners', marking a significant milestone in his career. Micha…

Tech

Google Acquires Wiz for $32bn A New Benchmark for Global Tech

Google shatters records with a $32bn buyout of Wiz, marking the largest venture-backed exit in history and a massive bet on AI-driven security. Google has fina…

Africa

Ivory Coast Reclaims Looted Drum from France

After 100 years in Paris, the "Panther-Lion" talking drum returns to Abidjan, marking a significant victory for African cultural restitution. ABIDJAN…

Nigeria

Four Suspected Bandits Arrested Near Akure Airport

A joint security operation has led to the arrest of four suspected bandits near Akure Airport, reinforcing FAAN's commitment to tighter aviation security. …

US rap star Nicki Minaj initiates a legal battle against Nigerian influencer Dr Penking, citing copyright breaches and targeted harassment on X. United States …