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AFCON: What Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle said about Morocco’s Brahim Diaz

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has spoken about Morocco’s attacking star, Brahim Diaz, ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON clash with the North African side. Chelle described Diaz as a very intelligent and technical player who can change a game at any moment with his creativity and movement. He warned his players to stay focused and […]

Negligence: Why doctors need continuous medical-legal training – Lawyer

A legal practitioner has explained why doctors and other health workers need continuous training on medical and legal responsibilities. According to the lawyer, many negligence cases happen not because doctors are careless, but because they are not fully aware of their legal duties to patients. This lack of knowledge often leads to costly court cases […]

AFCON: It won’t be easy – Osimhen reveals advantage Morocco has over Nigeria

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has admitted that Nigeria’s clash with Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will not be easy. The Napoli forward said Morocco have a clear advantage because they are playing on home soil and enjoy strong support from their fans throughout the tournament. Osimhen explained that home support can […]

Wizkid stole my name – Seun Kuti claims

Afrobeats star and activist Seun Kuti has claimed that popular singer Wizkid took inspiration from his own stage name. Seun made the statement during a recent interview where he spoke about the early days of Nigerian music and how artists influenced one another while building their careers. According to Seun, he had been using his […]

US Embassy reopens newly redesigned American Center in Nigeria

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has officially reopened the American Center after completing a major redesign and upgrade of the facility. The reopening is part of efforts to make the center more modern, accessible and useful to Nigerians who want to learn more about the United States and global opportunities. The redesigned American Center […]

Fight bandits, not students — Obi tells Edo Govt

Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged the Edo State Government to focus on fighting bandits and criminals instead of clamping down on students and young protesters. Obi said the real threat to public safety is rising insecurity, not peaceful demonstrations by citizens calling for better governance. He expressed concern over reports that students […]

Kaduna: Seven criminals neutralised as troops storm hideout, free kidnap victim

Security forces in Kaduna State have successfully raided a criminal hideout, leading to the death of seven suspected kidnappers and the rescue of a victim held in captivity. The operation was carried out after intelligence reports revealed the location of the gang’s camp, prompting swift action by the troops. During the raid, the criminals reportedly […]

Tinubu govt focused on laundering image, not fighting terrorists – Atiku’s aide

A senior aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the Tinubu-led administration, accusing it of concentrating more on improving its public image than actively addressing terrorism in Nigeria. The aide claimed that the government’s strategies appear aimed at perception management rather than implementing concrete security measures. According to the aide, the growing threats […]

If you want to steal in Nigeria, do it big – Shehu laments Lawal’s conviction

Prominent commentator Shehu has reacted to the conviction of former official Lawal, expressing frustration over perceived inconsistencies in Nigeria’s justice system. He argued that small-scale offenders often face harsher punishments, while those involved in large-scale corruption sometimes evade serious consequences. Shehu highlighted that Lawal’s case raises questions about the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures in the […]

Adamawa govt inspects private school for possible takeover

The Adamawa State Government has conducted an inspection of a private school in the state as part of considerations for a possible takeover. Officials visited the school to assess its facilities, administration, and compliance with educational standards. The inspection team focused on infrastructure, classroom sizes, teacher qualifications, and student welfare. This move is part of […]