Lassa Fever Death Toll in Nigeria Reaches 177
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported that the Lassa fever death toll has reached 177 in 2025. The case fatality rate now stands at 18.3%, up from 16.5% in 2024. As of Week 44, Nigeria has recorded 966 confirmed cases across 21 states, with four states (Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba) accounting for 87% […]
Security Tight as Rival PDP Factions Plan Parallel Meetings
Security was reinforced at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as rival factions prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue. Armed police and patrol vehicles were stationed outside the secretariat, where factional national secretary Samuel Anyanwu — aligned with Nyesom Wike — arrived early and took control of his office. Anyanwu […]
Mr Jollof Apologizes After In-Flight Clash with VeryDarkMan
Nigerian comedian Mr Jollof has addressed his in-flight confrontation with social media figure VeryDarkMan, saying he acted only in self-defense. In an Instagram video, he apologized to passengers, aviation authorities and United Nigeria Airlines for the disruption, adding that the incident would not happen again. He also expressed regret to his family, calling the clash […]
U.S. Lawmaker Criticized Over Kebbi Abduction Remarks
U.S. lawmaker Riley Moore condemned the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, urging prayers for the victims and the slain vice principal. He described the attack as occurring in a “Christian enclave,” prompting swift correction from former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad, who said the community and victims are Muslim. […]
Peter Obi Urges Super Eagles to Stay Strong After World Cup Exit
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has encouraged the Super Eagles to remain resilient after Nigeria crashed out of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Nigeria lost 4–3 on penalties to DR Congo after a 1–1 draw in Rabat, marking their second straight World Cup miss. In a message on X, Obi praised the team’s effort and […]
Aliyu Says Azikiwe’s Compromises Helped Keep Nigeria United
Former Niger State Governor Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu says Nigeria’s first president, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, made critical political compromises that helped keep the young nation together. Speaking at the 2025 Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Award Lecture in Abuja, Aliyu noted that Zik partnered across party lines in both the First and Second Republics to protect Nigeria’s fragile […]
Nwabali Apologizes After Nigeria’s World Cup Playoff Loss
Stanley Nwabali has apologized to Nigerians after the Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes ended in a 4–3 penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo. The match finished 1–1 after extra time, and although Nwabali saved two penalties, misses from Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon, and Semi Ajayi sealed Nigeria’s exit. DR Congo captain Chancel Mbemba converted […]
Mbappé Shrugs Off 400 Goals, Eyes Legendary Status
Real Madrid and France star Kylian Mbappé has downplayed reaching 400 career goals, saying he aims for at least 400 more to cement his place in football history. The 26-year-old referenced all-time greats with 900+ goals, stressing that 400 is just the beginning. Mbappé’s remarks highlight his relentless ambition as he chases both personal records […]
33 Teams Qualify for 2026 World Cup as Nigeria Faces DR Congo
Thirty-three nations have secured spots at the 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup, including hosts Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Africa has nine teams qualified, while Asia, Europe, South America, and Oceania have also confirmed multiple entrants. Nigeria and DR Congo will clash in the African playoff final in Morocco on Sunday after DR Congo […]
PDP Confirms Ibadan as Venue for Crucial Elective Convention
The Adamawa State governor, who chairs the PDP convention planning committee, confirmed that the party will hold its elective convention in Ibadan. He made the announcement following a stakeholders’ meeting at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro. The meeting was attended by key party leaders, including governors, the national chairman, former Senate president, and other […]
