AFRICOM releases footage of Nigeria–US strike killing ISIS leader
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has released footage of a coordinated military operation in northeastern Nigeria that it says led to the killing of senior Islamic State commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and several of his lieutenants. According to AFRICOM in a statement on Saturday, the operation was conducted on May 16, 2026, under the direction of the United States President...
How unemployment pushed me into content creation — Sagacious Prof
A Nigerian graduate and content creator known as Sagacious Prof, has shared how unemployment after his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) experience led him into a career in content creation and education-focused media. In a post on his Facebook page, he recounted how he began actively applying for jobs after completing his service year, armed with a Bachelor’s degree in...
How troops killed ISIS commander in Lake Chad — DHQ
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the killing of a senior ISIS commander, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, in a joint operation by the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the United States forces. The Defence Headquarters, in a statement issued on Saturday by its Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the operation was the outcome of strengthened intelligence sharing and coordinated...
Obi condemns Tinubu’s foreign visit, compares with Trump’s China trip
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised what he described as Nigeria’s “ceremonial approach” to foreign diplomacy, stating that state visits should deliver clear economic benefits rather than symbolic appearances. Obi said foreign trips by national leaders should focus on attracting investments, securing trade agreements, boosting industrial growth, and creating jobs for citizens. The two-term former governor of Anambra...
LAWMA clears encroachment on Lagos-Badagry Expressway
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority has cleared illegal structures and activities along the Alaba Rago setback on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway as part of ongoing environmental enforcement efforts. The agency’s Managing Director, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday, noting that the operation targeted illegal traders, squatters and unauthorised structures occupying the corridor. Gbadegesin said the action reflects...
Isaac Fayose loses wife
Isaac Fayose has announced the death of his wife, drawing an outpouring of condolences from friends, fans and celebrities. Fayose, who is the younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, shared the news in an Instagram post on Saturday. Posting an image of a candlelight, he wrote, “Rest in peace, my darling wife.” In a separate post accompanied by...
Ogun Gateway Airport gets NCAA approval for 2026 Hajj flights
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has granted full regulatory approval to Gateway International Airport in Ogun State to participate in the 2026 Hajj operations. According to an official memo dated April 30, 2026, and addressed to the leadership of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, the Ogun airport is among five facilities cleared to handle Hajj flights without restrictions. The approval...
Lagos to host Africa procurement leaders on digital transformation
Procurement professionals, policymakers and corporate executives from across Africa are set to converge in Lagos for a high-level summit focused on how digital technologies can address fraud, inefficiency and weak oversight in procurement systems. The event, organised by Gloopro, is scheduled for May 26, 2026, and reflects a growing shift among African organisations to reposition procurement from a routine administrative...
Illicit mining undermining Nigeria’s mineral economy — NEITI
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has raised concerns over the growing impact of illicit mining on Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, warning that illegal activities, weak regulation, and criminal networks are eroding the country’s vast mineral potential. Director of Communications and Stakeholders Management, Obiageli Onuorah, the agency said illicit financial flows remain a major obstacle to the sector’s growth and...
Why I married many wives — Ooni
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has disclosed the reasons he married many wives after ascending the throne. Ooni, who married six wives in 2022, also revealed that he endured years of emotional pain, public criticism, and pressure over delays in having children after becoming a traditional ruler. He made the remarks while receiving visitors who came to celebrate with...
