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Actor Alapini meets Seyi Tinubu after allegations of not being compensated in 2023

Veteran Nollywood actor Ganiyu Nafiu, popularly known as Alapini Oosa, has met with Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The meeting came months after Alapini publicly expressed disappointment over being overlooked after supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the 2023 elections. Earlier this year, Alapini had shared his frustration, saying he […]

UNIJOS confirms murder of student by colleague

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has confirmed the tragic death of a 300-level student of Banking and Finance, Peter Mafuyai, who was allegedly murdered by his friend, Nanpon Timnan David, a 200-level student from the Department of Agricultural Science. The incident reportedly occurred at Mafuyai’s off-campus apartment in Rusau, Farin Gada area of Jos North, […]

Housewife allegedly stabs neighbour to death over alleged rape in Kogi

A 21-year-old nursing mother, Maryam Muntari, has allegedly killed her neighbour, Ahmed Kalo, after he reportedly tried to rape her in Idoji-Okene, Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State. The incident happened in the early hours of Thursday, October 23, 2025, around 5:30 a.m. According to eyewitnesses, Maryam had gone to Kalo’s house to deliver […]

Vigilantes foil IPOB attack in Anambra, kill one suspect

A group of local vigilantes in Ezinifite community, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State, successfully stopped a suspected attack by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), on Monday morning. One of the attackers was reportedly shot dead during the confrontation. According to […]

APC north-west urges Zamfara members to settle disputes internally

The All Progressives Congress (APC) North-West Zone has appealed to its members in Zamfara State to avoid making their disagreements public and instead settle them through the party’s internal systems. The call came amid growing concerns about factional disputes within the state chapter. In a statement released by the Zonal Publicity Secretary, Musa Mailafiya Mada, […]

Nigeria needs leaders who think before talking – APC knocks Peter Obi over ports comment

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, over his recent comments on Nigeria’s port development. The party said Nigeria deserves leaders who think before they speak, not those who mistake populist soundbites for sound policy discussion. In a statement released […]

EPL: Alan Pardew names Arsenal’s biggest rival in title race

Former West Ham United manager Alan Pardew has predicted that Manchester City will be Arsenal’s biggest rival in the race for the Premier League title this season. Arsenal are currently four points clear at the top of the Premier League table, showing impressive form under manager Mikel Arteta. Manchester City, however, remain within touching distance […]

EPL: Why I joined Chelsea from Man Utd – Garnacho

Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho has opened up on the reason behind his move from Manchester United to Chelsea during the last summer transfer window. The Argentina international said his decision to join the London club was influenced by Chelsea’s playing style and the opportunity to grow under new manager Enzo Maresca. Garnacho’s switch came shortly […]

Reps to probe NFF over alleged mismanagement of $25m FIFA, CAF grants

The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following allegations of mismanaging $25 million in grants received from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) between 2015 and 2025. The resolution came after lawmakers adopted a motion of urgent public importance on Tuesday, co-sponsored by Adedayo Adesola (Lagos) […]