A Nigerian man has accused police officers in Ikorodu, Lagos State, of assault, intimidation and extortion after allegedly forcing him to transfer ₦700,000 while falsely linking him to a murder investigation, according to a report by Sahara Reporters. The man said he was driving to help a friend whose MacBook charger was faulty when…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has posted updates showing the vegetables harvested from her backyard garden at the Aso Villa. The harvest included spinach, water leaf, and fluted pumpkin. Tinubu, who launched a home-farming competition called “EveryHomeAGarden” two years ago, stated that domestic farming is an affordable way for families to eat healthy food….
APC chieftain and Executive Director of Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development, Sani Shinkafi, says Nigeria’s ethnic and regional diversity continues to influence presidential elections alongside candidates’ policies and leadership records. Speaking during an interview on TVC News on Monday, July 6, 2026, Shinkafi said the leading candidates in the 2023…
Several members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State have defected to the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, according to a report by Daily Post. The defectors, mostly young people, were formally received at a reception held on Sunday. The event was…
Bruno Fernandes says Portugal’s decision to retreat after halftime contributed to their 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, according to a report by Metro on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. The match appeared destined for extra time after a goalless contest in which Spain created early chances through Mikel…
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has criticised what he described as poor administrative practices in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, saying established government procedures are being bypassed. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Monday, July 6, 2026, Lawal said the Office of the SGF is the appropriate…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s handling of insecurity, saying Nigeria’s worsening security situation reflects ineffective leadership. In a statement posted on his verified X account on Monday, July 6, 2026, Obi expressed concern over the Federal Government’s response to the abduction of schoolchildren in Oyo State,…
Former Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mike Ejiofor, says terrorist groups operating in Nigeria should not be regarded as representatives of Islam, arguing that intelligence assessments show their actions are driven by criminality rather than genuine religious beliefs. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Ejiofor said insecurity has affected Nigerians…
Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has dismissed claims that actors in Nigeria are generally poor because of low pay, arguing that financial challenges are often driven by growing family and personal responsibilities. According to a report by TheCable on Monday, July 6, 2026, Udokwu said in an interview with Udala FM that Nollywood has…
Former Borno State Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Ali Modu Sheriff, has dismissed Peter Obi’s chances in the 2027 presidential election, insisting that the former Anambra State governor will not secure the support of Northern voters. Speaking in an interview with Channels TV on Monday, July 6, Sheriff said he was not…
