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Why Does The “Children of Blood and Bones" Trailer Feel Like Another "Black Panther"?
August 3, 2026

Why Does The “Children of Blood and Bones” Trailer Feel Like Another “Black Panther”?

The trailer for the highly anticipated adaptation of the Nigerian-inspired fantasy “Children of Blood and Bones” was released recently, and while it received praise for how good it looks, the internet has pointed out that it looks a lot like a trailer for “Black Panther” or “The Woman King,” and we wonder why that is. ... Read More
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August 3, 2026

Weekend Recap | Here’s What Happened Over the Weekend

This weekend was filled with many record-breaking and unbelievable acts of kindness displayed at the Peller and Jarvis’ wedding. The BBN also takes the spotlight as the Nigerian fan-favourite reality TV show keeps its audience at the edge of their seats while the housemates display their true selves. Portable explains why he walked out of... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Introduces Permanent $20,000 Visa Bond for Nigerians and Others
August 3, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Introduces a Permanent $20,000 Visa Bond for Nigerians and Others

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. US introduces a permanent $20,000 visa bond for Nigerians and others The United States has made its visa bond programme permanent, requiring certain travellers from 50 countries, including Nigeria and 29 other African nations, to... Read More
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BTS is Skipping the Grammys, But What Are We Doing? 
August 2, 2026

BTS is Skipping the Grammys, But What Are We Doing? 

Over the week, South Korean boy band BTS took to their Instagram accounts to announce that they would not be submitting their music for the 2027 Grammy Awards nominations, and the decision has caused a social media uproar. In the statement posted by the seven-member group on their personal Instagram stories, they stated that they... Read More
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What About “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Is Making People Cry In Cinemas? 
August 1, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

Phyna threatens legal action over Carter Efe’s alleged sex remarks Reality TV star Phyna has threatened legal action against streamer Carter Efe over alleged defamatory comments made during a livestream. In a pre-action letter that was dated July 30, her lawyers accused the content creator of falsely claiming they had a sexual relationship. According to... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG MDAs Budget Nearly ₦400bn for Community Projects in 2026
July 30, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG MDAs Budget Nearly ₦400bn for Community Projects in 2026

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FG MDAs budget nearly ₦400bn for community projects in 2026 About 78 federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies have allocated nearly ₦400 billion in the 2026 budget for community projects, including the construction and renovation of... Read More
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Nigeria Records Africa's Biggest Petrol Price Rise in 2026
July 29, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Records Africa’s Biggest Petrol Price Rise in 2026

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Nigeria records Africa’s biggest petrol price rise in 2026 Nigeria recorded the highest increase in petrol prices in Africa during the first half of 2026, with pump prices rising by 39.5%, according to a report... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Says FRSC Bill Does Not Introduce New Ban on Preaching
July 28, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Says FRSC Bill Does Not Introduce New Ban on Preaching

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Senate says FRSC bill does not introduce new ban on preaching The Senate has clarified that the proposed ₦50,000 penalty for preaching, hawking and trading in commercial vehicles is not a new law. It said... Read More
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FK Abudu Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist
July 27, 2026

FK Abudu Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Feyikemi Abudu, professionally known as FK Abudu, is a podcaster, entrepreneur, and activist best known as the co-host of one of Africa’s biggest podcasts, “I Said What I Said.” Feyikemi’s career began with She Leads Africa, where she worked in business development and in organising business development training for banks and start-ups. She is notable... Read More
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BBNaija Season 11 Unveils First 14 Housemates
July 27, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | BBNaija Season 11 Unveils The 24 Housemates

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. BBNaija season 11 unveils the 24 housemates The opening night of Big Brother Naija Season 11 has introduced the 24 housemates, who will compete for the show’s record ₦160 million grand prize. Among those unveiled... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Pushes Bill Requiring Social Media Firms to Open Nigerian Offices
July 24, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Pushes Bill Requiring Social Media Firms to Open Nigerian Offices

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Senate pushes bill requiring social media firms to open Nigerian offices The Senate has moved forward with a bill that would require global social media companies operating in Nigeria to establish physical offices in the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ICPC Discovers 908 Suspected Ghost Workers Across Federal Agencies
July 23, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ICPC Discovers 908 Suspected Ghost Workers Across Federal Agencies

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. ICPC discovers 908 suspected ghost workers across federal agencies The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission says it has uncovered 908 suspected ghost workers in at least 50 federal ministries, departments and agencies,... Read More
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Fireboy DML Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist
July 22, 2026

Fireboy DML Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahun, professionally known as Fireboy DML, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has been in the music industry for 12 years. The 30-year-old’s musical career began in 2014, but his breakthrough came with his single “Jealous,” released as part of YBNL’s collaborative album. Fireboy DML is a multi-award-winning musician with an impressive... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NSCDC Uncovers Alleged Fake University and Rescues 106 Students
July 22, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NSCDC Uncovers Alleged Fake University and Rescues 106 Students

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. NSCDC uncovers alleged fake university and rescues 106 students The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered a suspected fake university operating from a three-bedroom apartment in Badagry, Lagos, rescuing 106 youths allegedly recruited... Read More
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UN Warns Nigerian Terrorists Are Using Drones and Cryptocurrency for Operations
July 21, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | UN Warns Nigerian Terrorists Are Using Drones and Cryptocurrency for Operations

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. UN warns Nigerian terrorists are using drones and cryptocurrency for operations The United Nations has warned that terrorist groups operating in northern Nigeria, West Africa and the Sahel are increasingly using drones, advanced communication technology... Read More
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The Odessey
July 20, 2026

YNaija Daily Top 10 Content

From blockbuster cinema to new music and major industry moments, here are the biggest entertainment stories you should know today. 1. Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey smashes opening weekend records Christopher Nolan’s latest epic has delivered the biggest opening weekend of his career, proving that audiences are still willing to turn up in huge numbers for... Read More
The News Blog
July 18, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

Supreme Court upholds forfeiture of Emefiele’s assets The Supreme Court has upheld the final forfeiture of seven landed properties, 2.045 million dollars and share certificates linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele. The ruling restores the assets to the federal government. In a unanimous judgement on Friday, the apex court overturned an... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | World Bank Says 79% of Nigerians Remain Poor or Vulnerable
July 16, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | World Bank Says 79% of Nigerians Remain Poor or Vulnerable

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. World Bank says 79% of Nigerians remain poor or vulnerable Nearly three years after major economic reforms, about 79% of Nigerians remain poor or at risk of falling into poverty, according to new World Bank... Read More
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July 14, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

House Withdraws State Police Bill, Begins Consideration of Tinubu’s Proposal The House of Representatives has withdrawn its own constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police and has instead opted to consider a similar proposal transmitted by President Bola Tinubu. During Tuesday’s plenary, lawmakers gave the executive-sponsored State Police Bill its first and second readings... Read More
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Ngozi Edeme Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist
July 14, 2026

Ngozi Edeme Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Ngozi Edeme, popularly known as Esther of “PaintedByEsther,” is an internationally recognised creative and makeup artist, known for revolutionising the makeup industry in recent years. Esther was born and raised in Nigeria before moving to London, where she eventually learned makeup after studying fine art. Esther is one of the most influential make-up artists of... Read More
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UN Warns Nigerian Terrorists Are Using Drones and Cryptocurrency for Operations
July 14, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Freed Oyo School Principal Recounts Ordeal in Terrorists’ Captivity

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Freed Oyo school principal recounts ordeal in terrorists’ captivity Rachael Alamu, principal of Community High School, Esin Ele, has described how terrorists beat some of the youngest pupils abducted during an attack on schools in... Read More
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July 13, 2026

The Business of Summer: Why July Has Become Afrobeats’ Biggest Payday

July marks the absolute peak of the global festival circuit. Live touring functions as the primary financial engine for top-tier Nigerian artists because streaming royalties pale in comparison to performance fees. Western festivals pay substantial upfront guarantees in hard currency. This financial reality forces artists to align their entire release schedules and performance calendars with... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NBA Calls for Justice Reform to Tackle Insecurity
July 13, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NBA Calls for Justice Reform to Tackle Insecurity

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. NBA calls for justice reform to tackle insecurity The Nigerian Bar Association, Gboko Branch, has urged the government to reform the criminal justice system, saying public trust is essential to defeating insecurity. The call was... Read More
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July 11, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

Michael Ward walks free as the court clears the ‘Top Boy’ actor Michael Ward, the British actor known for Top Boy, has been found not guilty of rape and sexual assault charges. The 30-year-old was cleared on Friday after a 10-day trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court in London. A woman claimed Ward raped and sexually... Read More
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Fubara
July 10, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Fubara Presents ₦1.854tn 2026 Budget, Prioritises Infrastructure, Education, Healthcare Siminalayi Fubara has presented a ₦1.854 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill to the Rivers State House of Assembly, with infrastructure, education, and healthcare receiving the largest allocations. The governor said the budget is designed to accelerate development across the state through major investments in roads, schools, hospitals,... Read More
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