There was mild drama in the Senate on Tuesday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, and Senator Adams Oshiomhole clashed over the controversial abortion clause in the Criminal Code Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Earlier during the session, the Senate had unanimously passed a landmark bill prescribing life imprisonment for anyone convicted of defiling a minor, with no option of a fine.

U.S. President Donald J. Trump has revealed that several Middle Eastern countries and neighboring states have expressed strong willingness to deploy military forces into Gaza to confront Hamas if the group continues to violate agreements with Israel and the international community. In a statement released today, Trump praised the unprecedented level of support from these “NOW GREAT ALLIES,” describing their enthusiasm as “a beautiful thing to behold” and unparalleled in a thousand years.

A female teacher was left stunned after one of her pupils openly called her an “ashawo” (prostitute) for wearing a short dress to school. In the video recorded by the teacher, she could be heard asking the pupil, who is between 5 to 7 years why she made such a remark, but the girl felt reluctant to reply. Social media users have since reacted with mixed feelings.

A viral social media report alleging that Hon. Ucheonye Stephen Akachukwu, Member representing Aba Central in the Abia State House of Assembly, was physically assaulted by Hon. Okoro Uchenna Kalu, the Assembly’s Majority Leader, has been strongly denied. In a formal statement released today, Hon. Ucheonye dismissed the report as “false, malicious, and a product of desperate mischief-makers bent on tarnishing the image of the Abia State House of Assembly.” The report, which claimed that the Majority Leader struck Hon.

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a letter to the Senate seeking the confirmation of Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Dr Doro’s nomination follows Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda’s election as the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman in July. Yilwatda previously served as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa LGA of Plateau State, Dr Doro has over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community engagement in the UK and Nigeria.

The Edo State Government has announced plans to investigate two major projects initiated by Governor Godwin Obaseki’s immediate past administration. The move, approved by Governor Monday Okpebholo, aims to verify the state’s financial involvement and the status of the projects. A letter dated October 8, 2025, and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Umar Musa Ikhilor, was addressed to the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon.

Tension is brewing in Ekiti State following the destruction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Secretariat in Ado-Ekiti by suspected political thugs alleged to be loyal to a rival political party. The attack, which reportedly occurred late Monday night, left the building and everything inside completely destroyed, including furniture, campaign materials, and official documents. A video shared on the ADC’s official Facebook page showed the secretariat engulfed in flames, with shattered windows and burnt billboards littering the premises…

Rapper and BBNaija winner, Laycon, has finally opened up on why he’s been off the scene for a while. Speaking with GoldMyneTV at the premiere of Saga’s Falling Notes, he revealed that he took time off to attend film school and rediscover himself. According to him, the break helped him find purpose and clarity about what he truly wants. Laycon also announced that his new single, Everyday Anthem, drops on Tuesday (today), proudly declaring, “I’m back!”

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Federal Government to introduce compulsory dr¥g testing for all students in tertiary institutions as part of efforts to tackle rising substance abuse among youths. In a statement signed by Comrade Olushola Oladoja, NANS President, the association proposed a dr¥g-Free Campus Initiative (DFCI) to promote discipline, improve academic performance, and protect Nigeria’s future workforce.

The world’s oldest sitting president, Paul Biya, aged 92, has reportedly won another term in office following Sunday’s presidential election, extending his more than four-decade rule over the Central African nation. Biya, who has been in power since 1982, is set to continue his long-standing leadership despite growing domestic and international calls for political transition and democratic reform. Preliminary reports from state media and pro-government sources indicate that the incumbent secured a comfortable victory, though opposition parties have alleged irregularities and voter suppression in several regions, particularly in the Anglophone areas.

A 36-year-old mother, Gbemisola Akayinode, has been charged with murder following the death of her 9-year-old daughter, Oluwasikemi, who was left inside a parked car for more than eight hours on a scorching summer day in Texas. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the child’s death, which occurred on July 1 in Galena Park, near Houston, was ruled a homicide caused by hyperthermia (heat stroke).

Popular social commentator and media personality, Nwanadile Ifunanya Chinenyenwa, widely known as Ada Enugwu Agidi, has reacted to the ongoing controversy surrounding actress Regina Daniels and her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, urging Nigerians to stop rushing to conclusions over private marital issues. In a lengthy post titled “My Take on This Regina Daniels & Senator Ned Nwoko Wahala,” Ada expressed concern over how quickly the public jumps to judgment whenever celebrity relationships make headlines.

Nearly four months after President Bola Tinubu launched ₦50 billion worth of tractors and farm machinery to boost food production, the equipment remains idle at the National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) headquarters, exposing yet another case of stalled agricultural reform and bureaucratic inertia. The President had unveiled 2,000 tractors, 2,000 disc ploughs and harrows, 1,000 ridgers, 1,200 trailers, 500 seed drills, and other implements under his Renewed Hope agricultural initiative, promising nationwide deployment to empower farmers and create jobs for youths.

Time is obviously running out for any possibility of a credible voice of opposition that will be capable of generating any significant public dissent against Professor Chukwuma Soludo whose administration is now unrestrainedly exposed to scathing appraisals from one and all, consequent upon Anambra State gubernatorial election a few weeks away. Surprisingly, and to the consternation of a large population of people who live off the loose monies that usually line their pockets at such election season, the prevailing Anambra political space is devoid of the cavalier outbursts of cantankerous politicians who readily sourced willing thugs from the unwieldy army of unemployed youths there was to coax public support for various political camps of theirs, and very often willfully provoke chaotic situations all about the state.

Prominent human rights activist and political commentator, Deji Adeyanju, has announced his decision to retire from participating in physical street protests, citing safety concerns, lack of genuine public commitment, and the risk of being abandoned by the same people he fights for. In a candid statement released via his social media platforms, Adeyanju expressed frustration over what he described as the "deceitful" nature of many Nigerians who show support online but fail to show up in real life when it matters most.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has said he has no plan to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Addressing journalists after the inaugural meeting of the Accommodation Sub-Committee of the forthcoming convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at Legacy House, Maitama, Abuja, the governor described the ongoing crisis in the PDP as a family affair. We are meeting and resolving our issues internally.

Vice President Kashim Shettima says the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered more than ₦500 billion worth of assets since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office, describing the development as a major milestone in Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive. Shettima disclosed this on Monday at a high-level judicial workshop in Abuja, attended by judges and justices from across the country. The event was jointly organised by the EFCC and the National Judicial Institute to strengthen the judiciary’s role in combating financial crimes.

A side chick reportedly attacked her married lover, locked him inside her apartment and smashed the side windows of his car in Abuja. An Abuja based Nigerian lady, Dominic Rita said the incident occurred in her compound on Sunday night. According to Rita, trouble started when the man refused to sleep over in the apartment which he rented for her.

A young man identified simply as Small, an indigene of Ebonyi State, has reportedly confessed to being part of the criminal gang responsible for the brutal killing of Dr. Chike Akunyili, husband of the late Prof. Dora Akunyili, former Director-General of NAFDAC and Nigeria’s Minister of Information. The suspect, who was earlier apprehended by operatives of the Anambra Vigilante Group (AVG) Agunechemba, made shocking revelations during interrogation.

Prominent Nigerian businessman and politician, Sir Don, has broken his silence following AfrikMedia’s viral post, offering a clear and factual account of his short-lived marriage to Sharon Maduekwe who is now married to Shawn Faqua. In a statement made available to the press, Sir Don described the relationship as “a mistake that no man my age should ever make.” He explained that the marriage was built on the wrong foundation and did not reflect the values of faith and discipline that guide his life today.

In a remarkable display of generosity and community service, the Dr. Nicolas Felix (DNF) Foundation International today organized a Free Fuel Giveaway for residents of Oredo Community in Edo State. The outreach, which took place at Shafa Filling Station, Dawson Junction, Akpakpava Road, Benin City, recorded an impressive turnout of locals who benefited from the Foundation’s humanitarian gesture. The initiative, powered by the visionary leadership of Dr.

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo Hashim, has called on Nigerians across political, ethnic, and religious divides to unite and rescue the country from what he described as “the evil that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has become.” In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday, Hashim accused the ruling party of wrecking Nigeria’s economy, deepening poverty, and dividing the nation along ethnic and religious lines.

Security operatives on Monday arrested Prince Kanu, the younger brother of the detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, during a #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja. Also detained was Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, who was reportedly addressing the protesters before being whisked away by police officers.

Tragedy struck early Monday morning at the Hong Kong International Airport after a cargo plane skidded off the runway and plunged into the sea, killing two ground staff members. The Emirates flight EK9788, which was arriving from Dubai, reportedly veered off course around 3:50 a.m. local time (7:50 p.m. GMT) before colliding with an airport patrol vehicle stationed near the runway.

The Federal Government, through the Federal Accounts Allocation Committee, has extended the ongoing probe and reconciliation of payments made by revenue-generating agencies, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, to December 2024, following unresolved discrepancies in remittances. This comes as the company has submitted its response on an alleged revenue under remittance of $42.37bn, an equivalent of N12.91tn, to the federation account between 2011 and 2017.