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Adetshina's deportation case postponed as South African protesters demand her return to Nigeria

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- The Cape Town Regional Court has adjourned proceedings over the immigration status of former Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidinma Adetshina, as protesters demand that she be sent b... Read More


UNICAL students file N5bn suit challenging removal from Law faculty

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- Over 200 students of the University of Calabar, Cross River State, have sued the university, its vice-chancellor, the registrar and President Bola Tinubu over their removal from th... Read More


Okocha: How Fenerbahce love turned me into 'Muhammed Yavuz'

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- Nigerian football legend Austin 'Jay-Jay' Okocha has recalled how his strong relationship with Fenerbahce supporters led to him becoming a Turkish citizen and adopting the name "Mu... Read More


'My marriage ended in 2024' - Bashir El-Rufai's ex-wife opens up on divorce, single motherhood

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- Halima Kazaure, former wife of Bashir El-Rufai, son of ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has opened up about the end of their marriage, revealing that the union ended in 202... Read More


NERC transfers electricity market oversight to Akwa Ibom regulatory commission

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has ordered the transfer of regulatory oversight of the electricity market in Akwa Ibom State to the Akwa Ibom State Electrici... Read More


Burna Boy, Tems secure 2026 MTV VMAs nominations despite scrapped Afrobeats category

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- Nigerian music stars Burna Boy and Tems have secured nominations for the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), despite the removal of the Best Afrobeats category from this year's awa... Read More


HMO Controversy: What Nigerians, hospitals need to know about health insurance

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- A viral social media post about the use of Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) has sparked controversy among Nigerians and healthcare professionals over health insurance. The ... Read More


Defence minister meets protesting military veterans, promises improved pension package

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has met with retired military personnel who staged protests earlier today to demand a consequential adjustment of their pension. PREMIUM... Read More


Angelique Kidjo makes history with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Nigeria, Aug. 19 -- Beninese music icon Angelique Kidjo has become the first African musician and the first Black African performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The five-time Gram... Read More


Africa Magic sets August premiere for 'Hello Future Me', Sequel to 'Dear Future Me'

Nigeria, Aug. 19 -- Africa Magic has announced August 31 as the premiere date for 'Hello Future Me', the sequel to its 2025 romantic drama series, Dear Future Me. The 26-episode series will premiere ... Read More