TEARS AS UK-BASED NIGERIAN MAN DIES IN HIS SLEEP
A Nigerian man based in the United Kingdom, identified as Herbert, has reportedly been found dead in his apartment in Thornaby, leaving behind his...
CATHOLIC PRIEST REACTS AS IMAM PROMISES TO PAY ANYONE WHO BEHEADS PASTOR N2M
A Catholic priest has reacted with strong criticism after reports emerged that an Islamic cleric allegedly placed a monetary bounty on the life of...
NIGERIA BANS CEMENT IMPORTATION, OTHERS (FULL LIST)
The Federal Government has introduced a new import restriction policy banning several goods, including poultry products, cement, pharmaceuticals, and selected agricultural items from countries...
EL-RUFAI RAISES ALARM OVER ALLEGED PLOT TO IMPLICATE HIM
Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that there is a fresh attempt to implicate him in criminal activity, claiming that certain individuals...
NIGERIAN ARMY ARRESTS OVER 20 SUSPECTED TERRORISTS IN 24 HOURS
The Nigerian Army has arrested more than 20 suspected terrorists and other criminal elements during coordinated nationwide operations carried out within the last 24...
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News
KAJURU ABDUCTION: ADARA PEOPLE DEMAND APOLOGY OVER ALLEGED POLICE, COUNCIL COVER-UP
Kaduna — The Adara Development Association (ADA) has raised serious concerns over the reported abduction of 166 worshippers by armed bandits in Kurmin Wali...
3 DEAD, 40 INJURED AS TRUCK RAMS INTO ROADSIDE SITTERS
At least three people have died and around 40 others were injured after a canter truck lost control and rammed into individuals sitting by...
KATSINA AMNESTY FOR BANDITS SPARKS REACTIONS AS 70 BANDITS SET FOR RELEASE
Prominent socio-political and regional organisations, including Afenifere, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Ohanaeze Ndigbo, and the Middle Belt Forum (MBF), have strongly condemned the Katsina...
Tinubu in Abu Dhabi: Positioning Nigeria’s Reform Agenda on the Global Investment and Energy...
A Vision for Nigeria’s Place in the New World Order.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday delivered a far-reaching and strategically calibrated address at a...
FED GOVT BOLSTERS NATIONAL ECONOMY THROUGH NPA
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), continues to strengthen the national economy via record trade facilitation, infrastructural development, and enhanced operational...
Politics
FORMER KANO GOVERNOR DUMPS PDP, JOINS APC (PHOTOS)
Former Kano State governor Ibrahim Shekarau has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), bringing an end to his latest stint with the...
INSIDE STORY OF TINUBU’S MEETING WITH RENEWED HOPE LEADERS, AMBASSADORS
President Bola Tinubu has met with leaders and coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, describing the group as a key structure for mobilising support...
ADC TICKET: KWANKWASIYA, AMAECHI, OTHERS HIT ATIKU OVER SUPERIORITY CLAIMS
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his confidence in his political strength and dismissed opposition criticism, declaring that no pressure or intimidation will derail his...
LAGOS APC DENIES PLOT TO IMPOSE CANDIDATES FOR PRIMARIES
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied allegations that it has prepared a fixed list of candidates ahead of...
2027 BATTLE: TINUBU FIRES SHOTS AT OPPOSITION HEAVYWEIGHTS
President Bola Tinubu has declared that he will not be distracted by criticism, pressure, or intimidation, insisting that he remains fully committed to delivering...
Economy
NIGERIA BANS CEMENT IMPORTATION, OTHERS (FULL LIST)
The Federal Government has introduced a new import restriction policy banning several goods, including poultry products, cement, pharmaceuticals, and selected agricultural items from countries...
SOUTH KOREA TURNS TO 2 AFRICAN NATIONS FOR OIL AS DISRUPTIONS AT THE STRAIT...
South Korea is reportedly intensifying efforts to secure alternative crude oil supplies from Africa, as escalating tensions between Iran and the United States continue...
NIGERIA EARNS $70BN FROM EXXONMOBIL’S ERHA OPERATIONS
ExxonMobil’s Erha Deepwater project has reportedly generated over $70 billion in value over the past two decades, with about $23 billion remitted to the...
OIL PRICES DROP AFTER IRAN REOPENS STRAIT OF HORMUZ
Global oil prices fell sharply on Friday after Iran indicated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to commercial shipping during a temporary...
NO PLAN TO BORROW FROM IMF’S $50BN FUND – FG
Nigeria has ruled out plans to seek financial support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), despite the institution’s proposed multi-billion-dollar assistance package aimed at...
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Entertainment
‘A MARRIED WOMAN IN IKOYI OFFERED ME $10,000 TO JOIN HER AND HER HUSBAND...
Popular Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has sparked online discussions after revealing a surprising experience since moving to Lagos.
In a video widely shared on social...
NORWEGIAN-NIGERIAN SINGER TOLOU CELEBRATES LAGOS IN ‘BODY’ VIDEO
Norwegian-Nigerian singer Tolou has released the official video for her hit single, Body.
Written by Theron Thomas and produced by Tricky Stewart, the track is...
‘THE PALACE IS NOT FOR CONTENT CREATION’: BENIN TRADITIONAL COUNCIL SUSPENDS CHIEF, QUEEN TO...
The Benin Traditional Council (BTC), acting on behalf of the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has sanctioned a palace chief, a queen, and...
HE’S BLENDING’: VIDEO SHOWS GOV. SANWO-OLU STRUGGLING WITH SONG LYRICS AT THE LAUNCH OF...
Popular Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has officially launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, an initiative aimed at empowering and nurturing emerging music talents...
APPLE USES FELA KUTI’S SONG FOR MACBOOK AIR M5 LAUNCH (VIDEO)
Apple Inc. launched the new MacBook Air powered by the M5 chip on March 3, 2026, featuring Fela Kuti’s 1971 track “Let’s Start” as...
Entertainment
WORLD ATHLETICS HALTS OFILI’S ‘MERCENARY’ MOVE TO TURKEY
Athletics Federation of Nigeria has moved to fully reintegrate sprint star Favour Ofili into the national team following a ruling by World Athletics that...
FULL LIST: 10 CURRENT LONGEST-SERVING MANAGERS IN EUROPE’S TOP FIVE LEAGUES
A review of managerial tenures across Europe’s top five football leagues shows that long-term coaching stability is becoming increasingly uncommon, with only a small...
GHANA NAME VETERAN QUEIROZ FOR WORLD CUP
The Ghana Football Association has appointed veteran Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach of the national team ahead of the 2026...
MAN CITY SMELL BLOOD – WHY ARSENAL SHOULD FEAR TITLE RIVALS
Manchester City produced a dominant 3-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, responding strongly to Arsenal’s shock weekend defeat and tightening the Premier League...
GOLF PLAYERS STORM LAKOWE FOR SUNSHINE DEV TOUR QUALIFIERS
The Sunshine Developmental Tour Qualifying School is set to officially begin in Nigeria, with players and officials already arriving at Lakowe Lakes Golf Club...
Health
VIDEO: LAGOS RESCUES MALNOURISHED CHILD NEGLECTED OVER WITCHCRAFT CLAIMS
Lagos Government Rescues Malnourished Child Allegedly Abandoned Over Witchcraft Claim
The Lagos State Government has rescued a young child who was allegedly abandoned and left...
110 OF EVERY 1,000 NIGERIAN CHILDREN DIE BEFORE AGE 5 AS STUNTING, MALNUTRITION WORSEN,...
The World Bank has raised serious concerns about the state of child healthcare in Nigeria, pointing to high mortality and malnutrition rates among young...
OUT-OF-POCKET HEALTHCARE CAUSING AVOIDABLE DEATHS — NMA CHAIR
In this interview, Patrick Odey speaks with the Chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State chapter, Dr. Aniekan Peter, on the...
TEARS AS KANO WOMAN DIES HOURS AFTER GIVING BIRTH TO QUINTUPLETS
Hafsat Yusuf, the woman who gave birth to quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital in Kano, has died.
Her husband, Salisu Nafiu, confirmed that she...
OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN RISE TO 273M GLOBALLY – UNESCO
The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has reached 273 million, according to the UNESCO in its 2026 Global Education...
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World
TEARS AS UK-BASED NIGERIAN MAN DIES IN HIS SLEEP
A Nigerian man based in the United Kingdom, identified as Herbert, has reportedly been found dead in his apartment in Thornaby, leaving behind his...
CATHOLIC PRIEST REACTS AS IMAM PROMISES TO PAY ANYONE WHO BEHEADS PASTOR N2M
A Catholic priest has reacted with strong criticism after reports emerged that an Islamic cleric allegedly placed a monetary bounty on the life of...
NIGERIA BANS CEMENT IMPORTATION, OTHERS (FULL LIST)
The Federal Government has introduced a new import restriction policy banning several goods, including poultry products, cement, pharmaceuticals, and selected agricultural items from countries...
EL-RUFAI RAISES ALARM OVER ALLEGED PLOT TO IMPLICATE HIM
Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that there is a fresh attempt to implicate him in criminal activity, claiming that certain individuals...
NIGERIAN ARMY ARRESTS OVER 20 SUSPECTED TERRORISTS IN 24 HOURS
The Nigerian Army has arrested more than 20 suspected terrorists and other criminal elements during coordinated nationwide operations carried out within the last 24...
Opinion
FROM BABANGIDA TO TINUBU: LEADERSHIP, REFORM, AND THE BURDEN OF CHANGE
Power, Reform, and the Cost of Change
Nigeria has not lacked leadership—it has struggled with the cost of reform, and the impatience that follows it.
History...
REASSESSING A CONTROVERSIAL LEGACY: SANI ABACHA, REFORM, AND THE POLITICS OF MEMORY IN NIGERIA
History rarely offers simple verdicts—especially in nations where power, survival, and reform intersect under intense pressure.
Few Nigerian leaders embody this complexity more than Sani...
REFORM, POWER, AND THE BURDEN OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA’S HISTORY
History does not judge leaders in real time—it recalibrates them over decades.
In Nigeria, this reassessment is often complicated by politics, perception, and the emotional...
FACT CHECK: VIRAL PHONE CHARGING “SHOCK” VIDEO MISLEADS PUBLIC, EXPERTS URGE CALM
By Headlinenews.News Special Desk
A viral video currently circulating across social media platforms has sparked anxiety among mobile phone users, claiming that using a phone...
MONDAY LINES ABUJA: WHY ARE THE AMERICANS RUNNING? BY LASISI OLAGUNJU
“Like the Elemoso in Ogbomoso history, the enemy is in the forest killing officers, men and women unmatched. The man we voted to bring...
Religion
JUMMAT MUBARAK! BLESSINGS OF THIS HOLY DAY THE 29TH SHAWWAL 1447AH (17TH APRIL 2026)...
*Today is 29th of Shawwal 1447AH (17 April 2026) and a Day of Jumu'ah (Friday)*
*The Book of Drinks - Kitab al-Ashriba ... (contd.)*
Narrated Abu...
I AM NOT INVOLVED IN VIOLENCE OR TERRORISM – SULTAN OF SOKOTO WARNS AMERICAN,...
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has strongly denied any involvement or support for violence or terrorist activities, distancing himself from recent allegations...
JUMMAT MUBARAK! BLESSINGS OF THIS HOLY DAY THE 22ND SHAWWAL 1447AH (10TH APRIL 2026)...
*Today is 22nd of Shawwal 1447AH (10 April 2026) and a Day of Jumu'ah (Friday)*
*The Book of Drinks - Kitab al-Ashriba ... (contd.)*
Narrated `A'ishah:
The...
DAVID MARK SEEKS COURT REVERSAL OF INEC’S DE-RECOGNITION OF ADC LEADERSHIP
The leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has escalated further as the David Mark-led faction has approached the Federal High Court in...
POPE LEO XIV CARRIES CROSS FOR FULL GOOD FRIDAY PROCESSION, THE FIRST PONTIFF TO...
Pope Leo XIV made a powerful statement during his first Good Friday as pontiff, personally carrying the cross throughout the full Stations of the...
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