Archive
Flash flood: emergency agencies launch rescue operation in Kaduna
Emergency response agencies in Kaduna have launched evacuation, search and rescue operations following a flash flood that swept through parts of Kaduna metropolis on Sunday evening. The incident affected Asikolaye
Uba Sani faces 17 challengers in Kaduna governorship race
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State is to face 17 other candidates in the 2027 governorship election, following the publication of particulars of candidates by the Independent National Electoral Commission,
OML 42: Nestoil invests $28m in rigs to boost production
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja Nestoil Group has invested about $28 million in two drilling rigs as part of efforts to boost crude oil production and strengthen indigenous drilling capacity in
Super Eagles’ Zaidu Sanusi faces two-month injury layoff
Tests conducted on Sunday confirmed the extent of the setback, with Portuguese publication O Jogo reporting that the 29-year-old is not expected to return until after the next international break.
‘Despised every moment’ – Frustrated Djokovic crashes out of US Open first round
By Enitan Abdultawab Novak Djokovic has suffered a shock first-round exit at the 2026 US Open after losing to Argentina’s Mariano Navone in a gruelling five-set encounter at Flushing Meadows.
Woman arrested for alleged attempt to smuggle ‘Colos’ into Ogun prison
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Ogun State Command, has arrested a female visitor, identified as Mrs Iyabo Sowunmi, for allegedly attempting to smuggle suspected illicit drugs
Nigeria’s GDP grows 4.4% in Q2 2026 — NBS
By Elizabeth Adegbesan ABUJA — Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.4 per cent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, up from the 4.2 per cent recorded in the corresponding period
Liverpool complete £123m Barcola transfer from PSG
By Adegboyega Adeleye Liverpool have completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth up to £123 million, strengthening their squad ahead of the
Group demands end to checkpoint extortion, prolonged detention in S-East
By Dennis Agbo A non-partisan civic and socio-development platform, Oganihu, has called for an immediate end to alleged extortion, harassment and other abuses at security checkpoints across the South-East. The
Bad roads, insecurity, hardship worry Egbema residents
By Chidi Nkwopara, Owerri Residents of Egbema in Imo State have raised concerns over the deplorable condition of roads in the area, insecurity and the worsening economic situation, saying the
