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The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actress and beauty queen, Tenia Abraham Omenogor, who died at the age of 32 after suffering from a kidney infection. The actress reportedly died on October 13, 2026, while her family announced her passing on social media on October 15. According…

The Presidency has challenged Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s claim that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividends for each state, arguing that the figures do not align with the Federation Account revenue-sharing formula. However, questions about the specific dividend payments, their remittance and any approved distribution remain central to…

By Staff Reporter The Federal Government has challenged reports suggesting that its interest payments consumed 124 per cent of its revenue in the first half of 2026, insisting that the figure presents an incomplete picture of Nigeria’s public finances, even as fresh World Bank data reveals rising debt costs and a sharp decline in capital…

By Our Political Correspondent Nigeria’s opposition parties may keep the country guessing until just days before the 2027 presidential election before unveiling a consensus candidate to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, according to Salihu Lukman, convener of the G-100 political pressure group. Lukman, a former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), disclosed…

By Our CorrespondentOctober 17, 2026 Masked Israeli settlers have reportedly attacked a convoy of European diplomats and assaulted a 78-year-old French mayor in the occupied West Bank, sparking fresh international condemnation amid escalating violence against Palestinians during the annual olive harvest. The incident occurred on Saturday in Taybeh, a predominantly Christian Palestinian village, where diplomats…

Three Other Suspects Escape With Gunshot Injuries as DSS, Military, Police Intensify Manhunt Security operatives have arrested five suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly responsible for the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State, marking a major development in the investigation into the incident. The suspects were arrested…

The Federal Government has announced a major telecommunications expansion initiative aimed at connecting millions of Nigerians living in communities without adequate network access. The project, known as the Nigerian Universal Connectivity and Access Project (NUCAP), is expected to deliver 3,700 telecommunications towers across the country, with the potential to connect approximately 20 million Nigerians currently…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has intensified efforts to improve the readiness and operational standards of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide ahead of upcoming examinations. The move is part of the board’s efforts to strengthen examination administration, improve coordination among stakeholders and provide candidates with a smoother experience during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation…

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Kwara State, has responded to reports alleging mass failure among its 200-level medical students, clarifying that the figures circulating are not official. The university made this known in a statement published on its official X account in response to concerns surrounding the reported examination results. According to the university, the…