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Nigeria records first Ebola disease case in 12 years, FG moves to curb spread
Nigeria has recorded a case of the virulent Ebola disease, the federal government has disclosed. The government confirmed the case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)today, 20 October 2026, after…
#EndSARS at Six: Remembering the Victims and Celebrity Activists
When thousands of young Nigerians took to the streets in October 2020, the protest quickly…
Chita Agwu’s story: A 4-day proposal, 11 years of marriage & quiet divorce
Some chapters of life begin with excitement and promises of forever, while others end in…
From Owambe Thieves to Curiosity Made Me Ask: Inside Laide Bakare & Eniola Badmus’ feud
There are some relationships in Nollywood that seem to survive every season of the industry…
Razaq Okoya and Son Fatai: Inside Their 40-Year Estrangement And Failed Reconciliation
Razak Okoya is a household name in Nigeria, particularly in the South West, where his…
Osun Mothers Turn to Contraceptive Implants to Prevent Schoolgirl Pregnancies
“It is now common,” says Akinlade Olalekan, a 32-year-old secondary school teacher.…
2027 election: INEC and AI deployment — a laudable move or a troubling sign
Recently, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it may deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor and authenticate election results…
Ethnoreligious killings: Group accuses Amnesty Int. of double standards in violence promotion across Nigeria
The Centre for African Liberation And Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has accused Amnesty International of double standards, taking sides with a…
Alexandria Gets the 2026 WBLA Finals, With a Title-Winning Past to Match
Sporting Club of Alexandria will host the final round of the Women's Basketball League Africa from 11-20 December 2026. FIBA…
Emi Martinez Injury Update: Chelsea Goalkeeper Undergoes Surgery and Says He’ll Be ‘Back in a Few Weeks’
Emi Martinez has come through surgery and is already talking about a comeback. The Chelsea goalkeeper said he would be…
Premier League Fixtures Today, October 17, 2026: Kick-Off Times, TV Channels and How to Watch Live
Matchweek 7 of the 2026/27 Premier League season opens with four games today, and the schedule runs from a lunchtime…
The 2008 Wimbledon Final
The match between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal left its mark on tennis history. It lasted about five hours, though…
NGX Market Update: ₦108.7bn Loss, Top Gainers and Losers
Nigeria’s stock market is heading into a new trading week after another decline left investors weighing the performance of major listed companies against the substantial gains recorded earlier in 2026.…
Rent Disputes in Nigeria: Where Tenants Can Get Help
Rent disagreements can turn an ordinary housing arrangement into a stressful experience, particularly when a tenant believes a landlord is making unreasonable demands or refusing to honour an earlier agreement.…
NCC Phone Approval: How to Check Your Device With *315#
Dial *315# on your phone and, within seconds, you will know whether the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) considers your handset fit for use on Nigerian networks. Since October 7, 2026,…
LASMECO Loan 2026: How Lagos Entrepreneurs Can Access ₦10 Million
Small business owners in Lagos often reach a point where they need more money to keep their businesses moving, whether it is to restock a shop, purchase equipment, increase production…
BREAKING: Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti dies at 100
Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the national leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has passed away He died at the age of 100, becoming the second leader of the group to…
October 20 in History: WHO Declares Nigeria Ebola-Free
On October 20, 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared Nigeria free of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The declaration came after the country successfully completed 42 days -…
Dollar to Naira Today (October 20, 2026): Naira Steady Near ₦1,332 at NFEM as Black Market Sells at ₦1,390
The naira opened Tuesday, October 20, 2026, much as it has for most of the past fortnight: barely moving in the official market and trading at a noticeable discount on…
Who was Tenia Abraham? The Nollywood actress & beauty queen who died at 32
Some lives leave questions that go beyond the circumstances of their ending. In an industry where faces appear on screens and social media, there is often more to a person…
Bauchi NDC guber candidate dumps party
Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in Bauchi State for the 2027 general elections, has left the party. Kashim's exit from the party is contained in…
BREAKING: Former Delta governor Emmanuel Uduaghan dies at 71
Emmanuel Uduaghan, former governor of Delta State, has died at the age of 71, according to a statement by his family. Uduaghan, who governed the oil-rich state from 2007 to…
Funke Akindele, Kwam 1, late Ogogo, others spark buzz as Femi Adebayo unveils Jagun Jagun 2 cast
There are some movie announcements that come with a little more noise than others. For Femi Adebayo, the latest reveal has given fans several reasons to look twice. Femi Adebayo…
Toluwanisings, Omije Ojumi and 6 Other Nigerian Gospel Singers who passed away in 2026
Nigeria’s gospel music industry has experienced some painful moments in 2026, with news surrounding familiar voices drawing reactions from fans, church communities and fellow entertainers. These singers built their names…
Wumi Toriola’s son’s 7th birthday: 5 moments that stole the show, from Femi Adebayo-Funke Akindele ‘shipping’ to Desola Afod shade
Sometimes, the most talked-about parts of a celebration have little to do with the reason people gathered in the first place. A single interaction, a song or an unexpected gesture…
Peller, Carter Efe nominated for 2026 International Streamer Awards
Two Nigerian livestreamers Peller and Carter Efe have been nominated for the 2026 International Streamer Awards. The duo are nominees in the Best International Streamers category alongside Polish creator Young…
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Chita Agwu’s story: A 4-day proposal, 11 years of marriage & quiet divorce
Some chapters of life begin with excitement and promises of forever, while others end in…
From Owambe Thieves to Curiosity Made Me Ask: Inside Laide Bakare & Eniola Badmus’ feud
There are some relationships in Nollywood that seem to survive every season of the industry…
NGX Market Update: ₦108.7bn Loss, Top Gainers and Losers
Nigeria’s stock market is heading into a new trading week after another decline left investors…
Rent Disputes in Nigeria: Where Tenants Can Get Help
Rent disagreements can turn an ordinary housing arrangement into a stressful experience, particularly when a…
EndSARS memorial: Police violently disperse commemoration, tear-gas Rhodes-Vivour, Funso Doherty [VIDEO]
The police in Lagos State on Tuesday brutally cracked down and dispersed attendees of the…
NCC Phone Approval: How to Check Your Device With *315#
Dial *315# on your phone and, within seconds, you will know whether the Nigerian Communications…
Olamide Ehinfun-Adekunle: Born in Kaduna, schooled at Ile-Ife — 10 things to know about Nigeria’s youngest SAN
Olamide Mojigbotoluwa Ehinfun-Adekunle (SAN) made history last week after she emerged as the country’s youngest…
AES and ECOWAS Reopen Talks: What a New Deal Could Change
For almost two years, the relationship between West Africa’s main regional bloc and the three…
Dollar to Naira Today (October 20, 2026): Naira Steady Near ₦1,332 at NFEM as Black Market Sells at ₦1,390
The naira opened Tuesday, October 20, 2026, much as it has for most of the…
2027 election: INEC and AI deployment — a laudable move or a troubling sign
Recently, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it may deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to…
Felabration 2026 Roundup: Major Performances, Lagos Governorship Candidates debate Fela, Art and Fashion Winners
Felabration 2026 brought together music, fashion, visual art and political discussions in Lagos, turning the…
Priest Killed by Cross During Livestreamed Mass in Ecuador: What We Know About Father Patricio Sánchez
A Catholic priest has died in Ecuador after a heavy wooden crucifix came loose from…
Who was Tenia Abraham? The Nollywood actress & beauty queen who died at 32
Some lives leave questions that go beyond the circumstances of their ending. In an industry…
Bauchi NDC guber candidate dumps party
Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in Bauchi State for the…
BREAKING: Former Delta governor Emmanuel Uduaghan dies at 71
Emmanuel Uduaghan, former governor of Delta State, has died at the age of 71, according…
Funke Akindele, Kwam 1, late Ogogo, others spark buzz as Femi Adebayo unveils Jagun Jagun 2 cast
There are some movie announcements that come with a little more noise than others. For…
Toluwanisings, Omije Ojumi and 6 Other Nigerian Gospel Singers who passed away in 2026
Nigeria’s gospel music industry has experienced some painful moments in 2026, with news surrounding familiar…
Wumi Toriola’s son’s 7th birthday: 5 moments that stole the show, from Femi Adebayo-Funke Akindele ‘shipping’ to Desola Afod shade
Sometimes, the most talked-about parts of a celebration have little to do with the reason…
EXPLAINER: Five things to know about Pope Leo XIV’s lung surgery
Pope Leo XIV has undergone surgery to remove a small, localised nodule from his lung,…
POLITICAL CALCULATIONS: How Wike’s rainbow coalition could unsettle APC governors’ succession plans
The minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is building a cross-party political network…
Peller, Carter Efe nominated for 2026 International Streamer Awards
Two Nigerian livestreamers Peller and Carter Efe have been nominated for the 2026 International Streamer…
LASMECO Loan 2026: How Lagos Entrepreneurs Can Access ₦10 Million
Small business owners in Lagos often reach a point where they need more money to…
Nollywood actress Tenia Abraham is dead
Nollywood actress Tenia Abraham has passed away after a long battle with a kidney infection.…
October 19 in Nigerian History: How Dele Giwa Was Assassinated
On October 19, 1986, the founding Editor-in-Chief of Newswatch magazine and pioneer of investigative journalism,…