FG Declares Two Public Holidays for Eid-el-Fitr
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has announced Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, the festival marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. In […]
NBA Condemns Judge’s Order For Lawyer To Kneel
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Bar Association has strongly criticised a courtroom incident involving Justice Mohammed Umar after reports that he directed a lawyer representing activist Omoyele Sowore to kneel during proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja. According to reports, the incident occurred during a hearing in a case where […]
Fresh Cut Grass Is a Plant Distress Signal
Did You Know? The familiar smell of freshly cut grass may seem refreshing to people, but scientists say the scent actually serves as a warning signal among plants. When grass blades are cut or damaged, they release a group of airborne chemicals known as green leaf volatiles (GLVs). These compounds are produced almost immediately after […]
Spy Novelist Len Deighton Dies at 97
By Our Correspondent National News – Legendary British spy novelist Len Deighton has died at the age of 97, leaving behind a remarkable literary legacy that helped redefine Cold War espionage fiction. Best known for his groundbreaking thriller The Ipcress File, Deighton transformed the spy genre by replacing glamorous agents with ordinary, often frustrated operatives […]
Mo Abudu Reveals New Baba Segi Film Cast
By Our Correspondent National News – Renowned Nigerian filmmaker and media entrepreneur Mo Abudu has unveiled additional actors joining the upcoming film adaptation of The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives. The highly anticipated movie, based on the celebrated novel by Lola Shoneyin, is scheduled for a global theatrical release during Christmas 2026. The new […]
Burna Boy Sets $3.1M Oceania Tour Record
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian Grammy-winning music star Burna Boy has made history by becoming the first African artist to generate more than $3 million from a concert tour in Oceania, reinforcing the global influence of Afrobeats and African music on the international stage. Data released by global tour tracking platform Touring Data […]
NFF May Increase Eric Chelle’s Salary to $100k
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigeria Football Federation is reportedly considering increasing the monthly salary of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to $100,000 as negotiations continue over a revised contract. The move is part of efforts by the federation and the Federal Government to maintain stability in the national team’s technical leadership […]
Arsenal Escape VAR Penalty Error Against Brighton
By Our Correspondent National News – The Premier League has confirmed that Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. should have been awarded a penalty during their 1–0 home defeat to Arsenal F.C. earlier this month. The league’s Key Match Incidents (KMI) Panel reviewed the incident and concluded that the referee and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) […]
Kerr Fires Australia Into Asian Cup Final
By Our Correspondent National News – Australia booked their place in the Women’s Asian Cup final after a hard-fought 2–1 victory over defending champions China, with Chelsea striker Sam Kerr scoring the decisive goal in a thrilling semi-final clash in Perth on Tuesday night. Kerr struck in the 58th minute from a tight angle to […]
100,000 Flee South Sudan’s Violence into Ethiopia
By Our Correspondent National News – An urgent humanitarian crisis has erupted in South Sudan as fighting escalates in the eastern state of Jonglei. Earlier this month, the South Sudanese army ordered the evacuation of Akobo, an opposition-held town, prompting around 100,000 people to flee across the border into Ethiopia. The army claims control of […]