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Full list: Housemates who voluntarily left BBNaija house
Over the years, BBNaija has witnessed several dramatic exits, with housemates leaving the reality show through eviction, disqualification and, in a few cases, voluntary withdrawal. While most contestants remain in
Iran blames US presence for Gulf waters pollution after oil spills
Iran’s foreign ministry on Monday blamed pollution in Gulf waters on US military operations in the region, after several oil spills were reported. “This environmental damage stems from the US
Nigerian newspapers review: Why Adeleke won again in Osun
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with an explainer on the reasons why Governor Ademola Adeleke defeated the All Progressives Congress (APC) again in
19-year-old allegedly steals newborn baby in Kebbi
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old woman, Khadija Ibrahim, of Rikoto in Zuru Local Government Area, for allegedly stealing a newborn baby
‘No safe haven’ – Army draws battle line against Lakurawa terrorists
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The Nigerian Army has drawn a fresh battle line against the Lakurawa terrorist group in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State, deploying strengthened security measures
‘Babangida impacted Nigeria distinctly’ – Tinubu celebrates ex-leader at 85
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd), on his 85th birthday. President Tinubu described General Babangida, popularly known as IBB, as an
Why boat accidents keep happening in Nigeria – NSIB
By Efe Onodjae Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has attributed the recurring boat accidents across the country to the failure of passengers and operators to use life jackets, as well
India-Nigeria trade hits $9bn as firms deepen local production
By Yinka Kolawole India-Nigeria bilateral trade rose by 26 per cent to about $9 billion in 2025–26, from $7.13 billion recorded in 2024–25, as economic ties between both countries deepen beyond
Cabin crew’s response to unruly passenger draws commendation
By Dickson Omobola Chairman of Everight Diagnostic Ltd, Dr Everest Okpara, has disclosed how a cabin crew member of United Nigeria Airlines, Francisca Ogbuagu, professionally handled an unruly passenger during
Why your bank might not pay dividends for years
By Obas Esiedesa Perhaps there is some truth in the statement that “when an old man dies, you lose a library”. At 82+ and 39 years writing on this page, I
