FBI raids compound, arrests over 130 in Ghana over fraud
The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, has raided a suspected fraud compound in Ghana, resulting in the arrest or detention of more than 130 people.FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed the development in a post on his official X…
Popular Nigerian rapper Lord of Ajasa becomes US citizen
Veteran Nigerian rapper Olusegun Osaniyi, popularly known as Lord of Ajasa, has become a United States citizen, drawing congratulatory messages from fellow artistes, music producers and fans. The pioneer of mainstream Yoruba rap shared photographs and videos of himself celebrating…
Humanitarian worker killed in Sokoto bandit attack
A humanitarian and field operations professional, Lydia Chinenye Nwankwo, has been killed after suspected bandits attacked a vehicle carrying her and other humanitarian workers in Sokoto State. The attack reportedly occurred on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, as Nwankwo and members…
Why I keep studying despite my football career – Taiwo Awoniyi
Nigeria and Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi has revealed that a promise he made to his father is the reason he has continued studying throughout his football career.Awoniyi made the revelation in an interview with BBC Sport after graduating from…
First Niger Bridge set to reopen soon – Federal controller News
The Federal Ministry of Works has assured commuters and motorists that, barring “unforeseen circumstances”, the First Niger Bridge may be reopened before the end of this week, as all major construction works have been completed. The Federal Controller of Works,…
Nigerian-American Chinyere Ukeje Wins $300,000 NASA Mars Food System Prize
Nigerian-American researcher Chinyere “Chichi” Ukeje has won the top prize of $300,000 in NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge: Mars to Table competition, after developing an innovative food system designed to help astronauts produce and prepare food during long-duration missions to…
80 suspected criminals arrested in Lagos
The Police Command in Lagos State, says it detained 80 suspects and recovered firearms, ammunition, six vehicles and other exhibits in various operations across the state from Oct.1 to Oct. 7. The Commissioner of Police, Mr Fatai Tijani, disclosed this…
Peter Obi Visits Nigerian Air Force Facility in Abuja, Pays Tribute to Crash Victims
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has visited the Nigerian Air Force facility in Abuja to formally sign the condolence register following the recent aircraft crash that claimed the lives of personnel. Obi said the visit,…
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro expected to face more charges this week
Federal prosecutors are expected to bring additional charges against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, the BBC’s US media partner CBS has reported. The new charges accuse them of playing a role in the torture of…
ADC will resist rigging in 2027 – Mark
National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has declared that the party will not allow itself to be rigged out in the coming elections. Mark made the disclosure during a courtesy visit by the Governing Council…