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10 things to know about new WAEC registrar, Amos Dangut
Dr Amos Josiah Dangut has risen through several positions within the West African Examinations Council to become the Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the regional examination body. Dangut, who…
Inside Femi Adebayo’s new Euphoria 360 Hub: The billion Naira Facility’s detailed interior tour
A new chapter in Femi Adebayo’s journey as an actor, filmmaker and producer has taken…
Peller & Jarvis announce pregnancy after months of rumours, share first photos of baby bump
Nigerian content creators and newlyweds Peller and Jarvis have announced that they are expecting their…
Temi Nkem: From London-born content creator to BBNaija Season 11 winner, her life, journey & rise to fame
On October 4, 2026, Temi Nkem went from being one of 24 strangers competing for…
Trending scenes: Toyin Abraham kissed Reminisce, KWAM 1 dodged being sprayed with money, and 9ice put on a dramatic yam display
Social media has once again been handed 3 very different celebrity moments, each capable of…
Osun Mothers Turn to Contraceptive Implants to Prevent Schoolgirl Pregnancies
“It is now common,” says Akinlade Olalekan, a 32-year-old secondary school teacher.…
Nigeria, the United States, and a questionable mining investment deal
The deal looked like what Nigeria needs to tap into the enormous opportunities in the mining sector, fully harness and…
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…
FULL LIST: Man City’s 10 most expensive signings
Manchester City have twice broken their transfer record in 2026, with Enzo Fernandez and Elliot Anderson now occupying the top…
Messi’s Final Argentina Game: Scores as Emotional 21-Year International Career Ends
Lionel Messi ended his 21-year career with Argentina on Tuesday night the way a script writer might have drawn it…
Portugal National Football Team Without Ronaldo Beat Denmark 4-2
The Portugal national football team without Ronaldo is not a sentence many people expected to write about a competitive match,…
From Henry to Raphinha: 15 stars who flourished after changing positions
Football has produced numerous examples of players who transformed their careers after coaches moved them away from the positions in…
₦20m Research Funding opportunity opens for Nigerian University and Polytechnic Students — Full details
As many students approach the final stage of their academic journey, the research project can become one of the most demanding parts of school, especially when the work requires data…
Insta360 Global Awards 2026: What Nigerian Creators should know about the $150,000+ Prize Pool
For Nigerian photographers and videographers with the right equipment, the next few weeks could present an opportunity to put their work before a global creative audience while competing for cash,…
FG, World Bank launch Skills opportunity for 80,000 Nigerians — Training, ₦30,000 stipend and other benefits
For thousands of young Nigerians looking for a practical route into work, business or a new skill, an opportunity backed by the Federal Government and the World Bank is attracting…
SPAW Talent Quest 2.0: Full guide to the Gospel Talent Competition, Cash prizes and deadline
For many emerging gospel singers, getting people to hear their voice is only the first challenge. Finding a platform that can turn that voice into a serious opportunity is another…
FG Announces Discount On Petrol Amid Soaring Fuel Prices
The Federal Government has disclosed that Nigerians will get a discount whenever they buy petrol at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The discount, which is part of the…
Yobe: 9-year-old boy kills stepmothers, sisters after father beat him for stealing chicken
In Yobe State, a nine-year-old boy has burned four family members to death after his father reprimanded him for stealing. The deceased, two stepmothers and two sisters, were killed after…
October 8 in History: Nigeria’s First National Team Beat Sierra Leone 2-0 in Freetown
On October 8, 1949, the newly-formed Nigerian national football team secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Sierra Leone at the Kingtom Field, marking the first ever international match for Nigeria…
Today’s Dollar to Naira exchange rate, October 7, 2026
The naira depreciated against the dollar in the parallel market on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, but appreciated at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). latest market survey showed that a…
JAMB UTME Abroad: Full List of Foreign Centres and what the new Canada Plan means for Nigerians
Nigerians living outside the country who plan to pursue higher education back home can face an unexpected challenge that has little to do with gaining admission. A student may be…
19 aircraft mishaps in 11 years: How Nigerian military became synonymous with fatal air crashes
The Nigerian military aviation has been beset by tragedy and misfortune in the last decade, with at least 21 air crashes involving aircraft and helicopters of the military recorded since…
October 7 in History: Nigeria Was Admitted Into United Nations As 99th Member
On October 7, 1960, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which attained independence on October 1, 1960, was admitted into the United Nations as its 99th member. The admission took place…
Bolaji Ogunmola opens up on love, career and building her own path in Nollywood
For Bolaji Ogunmola, building a career in Nollywood has meant more than waiting for the right audition or hoping for the next big role. The actress, producer and filmmaker has…
“He broke his word to me” — Ronaldo finally speaks on rift with Portugal coach
The Portuguese national team captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has opened up about what transpired that strained his relationship with coach Jorge Jesus. Recall that Ronaldo abruptly left the Portuguese team training…
Rachel Ojuromi: How a Lagos street model went from recreating Chanel looks to walking its Paris runway
For months, Rachel Ojuromi turned the streets of Lagos into her personal runway. Dressed in striking, high-fashion looks, the Nigerian model would walk through familiar Lagos surroundings, sometimes carrying everyday…
DON'T MISS THE BUZZ
Temi Nkem: From London-born content creator to BBNaija Season 11 winner, her life, journey & rise to fame
On October 4, 2026, Temi Nkem went from being one of 24 strangers competing for…
DHS OPT Program Fee Proposal: US Plans $70,000 Charge Per International Student for Work Authorisation
International students in the United States woke up this week to a number that few…
FULL LIST: Man City’s 10 most expensive signings
Manchester City have twice broken their transfer record in 2026, with Enzo Fernandez and Elliot…
Godwin Emefiele Trial: Finance Ministry Says It Knew Nothing About CBN’s N124.86bn Withdrawal
The trial of Godwin Emefiele, the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, produced fresh…
Messi’s Final Argentina Game: Scores as Emotional 21-Year International Career Ends
Lionel Messi ended his 21-year career with Argentina on Tuesday night the way a script…
Enugu Gov. Appoints 680 Persons In 54 Development Centres
Few weeks to the January 2027 general elections, the governor of Enugu state, Dr. Peter…
Yobe: 9-year-old boy kills stepmothers, sisters after father beat him for stealing chicken
In Yobe State, a nine-year-old boy has burned four family members to death after his…
October 8 in History: Nigeria’s First National Team Beat Sierra Leone 2-0 in Freetown
On October 8, 1949, the newly-formed Nigerian national football team secured a decisive 2-0 victory…
Trending scenes: Toyin Abraham kissed Reminisce, KWAM 1 dodged being sprayed with money, and 9ice put on a dramatic yam display
Social media has once again been handed 3 very different celebrity moments, each capable of…
JAMB UTME Abroad: Full List of Foreign Centres and what the new Canada Plan means for Nigerians
Nigerians living outside the country who plan to pursue higher education back home can face…
19 aircraft mishaps in 11 years: How Nigerian military became synonymous with fatal air crashes
The Nigerian military aviation has been beset by tragedy and misfortune in the last decade,…
October 7 in History: Nigeria Was Admitted Into United Nations As 99th Member
On October 7, 1960, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which attained independence on October 1,…
₦20m Research Funding opportunity opens for Nigerian University and Polytechnic Students — Full details
As many students approach the final stage of their academic journey, the research project can…
Bolaji Ogunmola opens up on love, career and building her own path in Nollywood
For Bolaji Ogunmola, building a career in Nollywood has meant more than waiting for the…
“He broke his word to me” — Ronaldo finally speaks on rift with Portugal coach
The Portuguese national team captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has opened up about what transpired that strained…
Rachel Ojuromi: How a Lagos street model went from recreating Chanel looks to walking its Paris runway
For months, Rachel Ojuromi turned the streets of Lagos into her personal runway. Dressed in…
Names of Ondo aircraft crash victims released as NAF confirms all dead
The names and identities of those who lost their lives in the fatal crash of…
NGR 931: President Tinubu Declares Three Days of National Mourning for NAF Crash Victims
ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning and ordered flags…
Insta360 Global Awards 2026: What Nigerian Creators should know about the $150,000+ Prize Pool
For Nigerian photographers and videographers with the right equipment, the next few weeks could present…
Nigerian Air Force Plane Crash in Ondo: Unanswered Questions and What We Know About the NGR 931 Tragedy
A Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying 32 people went down in a swamp in Igbokoda,…
Dollar to Naira Today, October 6, 2026: Official Rate Hovers Near ₦1,329 as Black Market Sells at ₦1,390
The naira is starting the new trading week close to the ₦1,330 mark against the…
Overseas scholarships Nigerians in Nigeria should watch from October 5, 2026
For Nigerian graduates, students and young professionals hoping to continue their education outside the country,…
October 6 in Nigerian History: Nnamdi Azikiwe Presented Official Mace to Eastern House of Chiefs
On October 6, 1960, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, President of the Senate and Governor-General-designate, on Thursday…
13 Things To Know About Ondo NAF Aircraft Crash That Killed 32
Tragedy struck Igbokoda, a coastal town in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, after…