Jorge Jesus Speaks on Cristiano Ronaldo Training Controversy Ahead of Denmark Clash
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has dismissed reports that captain Cristiano Ronaldo refused to train ahead of the team’s UEFA Nations League clash against Denmark. Ronaldo had attracted significant attention following Portugal’s victory over Norway…
Nollywood Actor CJay Nwoks Is Dead
Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nigerian actor Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks. CJay Nwoks reportedly died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State. The…
University of Lagos Retains Top Spot in Nigeria in THE World University Rankings 2027
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has retained its position among Nigeria’s highest-ranked universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, according to the ranking released on September 30, 2026. UNILAG shares the top…
Nigeria’s BVN Enrolment Surpasses 70 Million as NIBSS Records 70.35 Million Registrations
Nigeria’s Bank Verification Number (BVN) database has crossed the 70 million mark, with total enrolments reaching 70,347,047 as of September 28, 2026, according to data from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS). The milestone underscores the…
Nigerian Army Deploys 3 New Infantry Battalions in Zamfara to Strengthen Security
Key Points The Nigerian Army has activated three new infantry battalions in Zamfara State. The new formations are located in Bakura, Kaura Namoda and Anka. The units are intended to expand operational coverage and improve rapid response. Residents have…
Atiku Mourns Three Killed in Niger Government House Stampede Over ₦10,000 Distribution
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed grief over the deaths of three people who reportedly lost their lives in a stampede at the Niger State Government House, following reports that ₦10,000 was to be distributed to members of the crowd.…
Flooding Hits Ekiti, Ondo and Edo as Heavy Rain Causes Death, Destruction
Heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding across parts of Ekiti, Ondo and Edo states, leaving residents counting their losses and raising concerns over the safety of communities affected by rising floodwaters. In Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital,…
JAMB Extends Deadline for 2021–2025 Admission Offers to November 30, 2026
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the deadline for candidates with outstanding admission offers from the 2021 to 2025 admission exercises to November 30, 2026. The Board said affected candidates must either accept or reject…
FG Begins Talks With DisCos on Energy Zones for 24-Hour Electricity Supply
The Federal Government has begun discussions with electricity distribution companies (DisCos) over plans to establish Energy Zones designed to provide 24-hour electricity supply to homes, businesses and industries in Nigeria’s major demand centres.…
Court Orders Wike’s Son to Produce American Passport in $2.1m Land Dispute
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Makama, has ordered Jordan Ezenwo Nyesom-Wike, son of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, to produce his American passport as proceedings continued in a $2.1 million civil suit against him. Justice Sylvanus…
