Burna Boy, Rema, Davido to perform at 2026 World Cup

 

Rema, Burna Boy, and Davido have all been confirmed to perform at various high-profile events at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic moment for Nigerian music on the global stage.

 

Insecurity: Makinde issues executive order, restricts motorcycle operations in Oyo

 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has ordered the restriction of motorcycle operation between 10:30 pm and 5:30 am to curb insecurity in the state.

 

2027: ADC, NDC not different from APC – Sam Amadi

 Former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, Sam Amadi, has said there is no significant difference between the opposition and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.

 

Agbese demands transparent probe of ‘signature forgery’ for Ugochinyere

 Philip Agbese, deputy spokesperson of the house of representatives, has called for a transparent investigation into the alleged forgery of his signature in the endorsement of Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere for the position of minority leader.

 

Farouk Mustapha Denies VP Slot Talks with Seyi Makinde

A former governorship aspirant in Bauchi State, Farouk Mustapha, has debunked reports linking him to a purported vice-presidential nomination by Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).

Troops Rescue Six Kidnapped Travellers in Plateau State

Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have rescued six travellers abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Hawan Kibo–Rafin Sanyin road in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Traditional Worshippers Invoke Deities for Release of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers

A group of traditional religious adherents in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has carried out spiritual rites and invocations, seeking ancestral and divine intervention for the safe release of over 40 pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State’s Oriire Local Government Area nearly three weeks ago.

2027: No Proof of Glitch – Why Nobody Should Trust INEC – Sam Amadi

Former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Sam Amadi, has cast doubt on the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), insisting that its voter registration system and election processes cannot be trusted.

ADC Candidate Omar Suleiman Dismisses Rumors of Exit from Adamawa 2027 Race

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, Omar Suleiman, has refuted claims that he has withdrawn from the 2027 race.

My lawyers have Deserted me in Defamation Trial, Sowore Tells Court

Omoyele Sowore, presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) and publisher of Sahara Reporters, told the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday that his legal team has deserted him in the ongoing defamation case filed by the Department of State Services (DSS).

Obafemi Hamzat appoints Obanikoro as DG of Lagos governorship campaign

 Obafemi Hamzat, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Lagos election, has appointed Musiliu Obanikoro, former minister of state for defence, as director-general of his campaign.

 

2027: Presidential victory will go to either APC or NDC – Sam Amadi rules out ADC

Former Chairman of the Nigeria Electricity Regulation Commission, NERC, Sam Amadi, has claimed that only the ruling All Progressives Congress or the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, can win the 2027 presidential election.

 

2027: Nasarawa residents burn Gov Sule’s campaign posters (VIDEO)

There was tension in Kofan Kaura, Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State on Friday as residents were seen burning the 2027 senatorial election posters of Governor Abdullahi Sule.

 

FCT Police Enforce Tinted Glass Ban, Seize Over 30 Cars

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has impounded more than 30 vehicles in Abuja for violating traffic regulations, including the use of tinted glasses, obscured number plates, and improper registration.

FG to Repatriate Over 1,000 Citizens From South Africa Amid Rising Xenophobia

Nigeria has announced plans to repatriate more than 1,000 of its nationals from South Africa following renewed anti-immigrant tensions and violence.