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WHO declares polio outbreaks over in five African countries

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed the closure of poliovirus type 2 outbreaks in five African countries following assessments that found transmission had been interr... 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


UK Home Office says asylum seekers can stay with friends, family

Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- The United Kingdom Home Office will now allow asylum seekers to stay with their friends or family in the country instead of in Home Office accommodation. It disclosed the new poli... 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


Imo spends N2.19bn on security as N1.47trn budget records 14.4% performance in first half of 2026

Nigeria, Aug. 19 -- The Imo State Government under Governor Hope Uzodimma spent N2.19 billion on security-related services in the first half of 2026, even as the state recorded a 14.4 per cent overall... Read More


Retired military officials protest in Abuja, demand pension adjustment

Nigeria, Aug. 19 -- A group of retired military personnel converged in Abuja on Wednesday to protest what they described as a disparity in their pension scheme and demanded a consequential adjustment.... Read More


Kosoko, Quadri explain why ailing Ogogo can't be moved despite numerous help offers

Nigeria, Aug. 19 -- Veteran actors Jide Kosoko and Yinka Quadri have explained why their ailing colleague, Taiwo "Ogogo" Hassan, cannot be moved from his current hospital despite receiving hundreds of... Read More