Court Orders Reinstatement of 70 Pardoned Soldiers, Orders Army to Pay Salaries from July 2022
By Reborn Jude National News The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), sitting in Lagos, has ordered the immediate reinstatement of 70 Nigerian Army personnel who were convicted by courts-martial in 2014 but were later granted an unconditional presidential pardon by former President Muhammadu Buhari. The court also directed the Nigerian Army to pay the […]
Infantino Fires Back at Critics, Defends FIFA’s Handling of 2026 World Cup
By Ugo Kevwe National News FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly defended the world football governing body and the organisation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging critics to “reflect, meditate, pray or watch a football match” instead of spreading what he described as “hate and false rumours.” In a lengthy statement shared on his […]
Over 300,000 Evacuated as Wildfires Threaten Bordeaux, Rage Across France and Spain
By Loveth Henry National News More than 300,000 people have been forced to flee their homes as devastating wildfires continue to spread across France and Spain, threatening major cities, destroying thousands of hectares of land and overwhelming emergency services. Authorities in both countries have warned that soaring temperatures and dry weather expected later this week […]
Court to Hear Suit Seeking Security Protection for Peter Obi Ahead of 2027 Polls
ByRita Amaechi National News The Federal High Court in Abuja has agreed to hear a suit seeking to compel President Bola Tinubu to provide maximum security for the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1648/2026, seeks several declarations from the court, including […]
Reps Summon Alleged Fake PFIPC DG, Order IGP to Produce Suspect Wednesday
By Ahmed Yusuf National News The House of Representatives Committee investigating the alleged operation of a fake presidential agency has ordered the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to produce the alleged mastermind, Adeyemi Martin, before the committee on Wednesday by 12 noon. The committee issued the directive on Monday after the Nigeria Police Force […]
Obasanjo’s Alleged Role in Obi-Kwankwaso Alliance Triggers Political Dispute
By Our Correspondent National News Fresh controversy has emerged over the political role of former President Olusegun Obasanjo ahead of the 2027 general election, following conflicting claims about his involvement in the opposition coalition. The disagreement comes as opposition parties intensify consultations and alliance-building efforts aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All […]
Joshua Dedicates Comeback Victory to Late Trainers After Knockout Win
Ugo Kevwe National News Nigerian-British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has dedicated his comeback victory over Albanian fighter Kristian Prenga to his late trainers and close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele. Joshua returned to the ring for the first time since the tragic car crash in Nigeria in December that claimed the lives of […]
Police Declare Journalist Fejiro Oliver Wanted Over Alleged Cyberstalking, Defamation
By Bina Susan National News The Nigeria Police Force has declared journalist and social media commentator Tega Samson Oghenedoro, popularly known as Fejiro Oliver, wanted in connection with allegations of cyberstalking and defamatory publications. According to a police wanted bulletin seen by National News, the declaration was issued by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of […]
Shakira Says Burna Boy Was Her First Choice for 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem
By Damian Arugo Jr. National News Colombian music star Shakira has disclosed that Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy was her first choice to feature on the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem, Dai Dai. Speaking about the collaboration, Shakira said she knew the song needed a powerful male voice to complement its energy after completing the […]
Babachir Lawal Backs Obi-Kwankwaso Alliance for 2027 Presidency
By Ahmed Yusuf National News Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has expressed support for a joint presidential ticket between Labour Party’s Peter Obi and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during an interview with Symfoni TV, Lawal argued that […]