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A Look At Ycee, The Rap Artists Whose Sounds Defined Our 2010s
June 26, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Peller Hits Back at Ycee Over ‘Olodo Uprising’ Comment

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Peller hits back at Ycee over ‘Olodo Uprising’ comment Nigerian TikTok star Peller has responded to rapper Ycee after the musician mentioned him while criticising what he described as Nigeria’s growing disregard for education. Speaking... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Passes Bill to Create State Police
June 25, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Passes Bill to Create State Police

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Senate passes bill to create state police The Senate has passed a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across Nigeria. More than two-thirds of senators voted in support after the chamber considered the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Osas Ighodaro Lands Lead Role in Nolly-Bollywood Micro-Drama
June 24, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Osas Ighodaro Lands Lead Role in Nolly-Bollywood Micro-Drama

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Osas Ighodaro lands lead role in Nolly-Bollywood micro-drama Nollywood actress and television host Osas Ighodaro has been cast in a new micro-drama series titled “Imported Bahu.” Executive producer Hamisha Daryani Ahuja announced the project on... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Davido's New Single, ‘I Know Who I Be,' Will Be Released on June 26 
June 23, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Davido’s New Single, ‘I Know Who I Be,’ Will Be Released on June 26 

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Davido’s new single, ‘I Know Who I Be,’ will be released on June 26  Davido has announced that his new single, ‘I Know Who I Be,’ will be released on June 26. The Afrobeats star... Read More
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Top 5 stories of The Day | Trump threatens Iran with Military Action Over Hezbollah Tensions
June 22, 2026

Top 5 stories of The Day | Trump threatens Iran with Military Action Over Hezbollah Tensions

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Trump threatens Iran with military action over Hezbollah tensions US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face renewed military action if it does not restrain Hezbollah in Lebanon. He made the statement on... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Grammy-Nominated Producer Tay Keith Found Dead at 29
June 19, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Grammy-Nominated Producer Tay Keith Found Dead at 29

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith found dead at 29 Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith has died at the age of 29. The producer, whose real name was Brytavious Chambers, was found dead in his apartment in... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | UK Court Clears Diezani Alison-Madueke of Bribery Charges
June 18, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | UK Court Clears Diezani Alison-Madueke of Bribery Charges

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. UK court clears Diezani Alison-Madueke of bribery charges A court in the United Kingdom has cleared former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, of bribery charges brought against her. The Southwark Crown Court in... Read More
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Dangote Cuts Petrol Price by ₦75 as Global Oil Market Eases
June 16, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Dangote Cuts Petrol Price by ₦75 as Global Oil Market Eases

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Dangote cuts petrol price by ₦75 as global oil market eases Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the gantry price of petrol by ₦75/litre, citing easing tensions in the Middle East and their effect on global... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol Could Reduce to ₦900 Per Litre as Global Oil Prices Ease
June 15, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol Could Reduce to ₦900 Per Litre as Global Oil Prices Ease

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Petrol could reduce to ₦900 per litre as global oil prices ease Petrol prices in Nigeria may fall to about ₦900 per litre if the proposed peace deal between the United States and Iran succeeds... Read More
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Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week
June 13, 2026

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

FIFA forces Haiti to redesign World Cup shirt over historic revolution tribute Haiti has been forced to redesign its 2026 FIFA World Cup kit after FIFA objected to artwork referencing the historic Battle of Vertières. The governing body raised concerns about silhouettes printed on the shirt’s right hip, inspired by the 1803 battle that helped... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Mexico and South Korea Begin World Cup Campaigns with Victories
June 12, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Mexico and South Korea Begin World Cup Campaigns with Victories

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Mexico and South Korea begin World Cup campaigns with victories Co-hosts Mexico opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 victory over South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The match, watched by more... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | “Call of My Life” Nears ₦500m, Becoming Nollywood’s Biggest Film of 2026
June 11, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | “Call of My Life” Nears ₦500m, Becoming Nollywood’s Biggest Film of 2026

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. “Call of My Life” nears ₦500m, becoming Nollywood’s biggest film of 2026 The latest romance drama “Call of My Life” has surpassed ₦498 million at the West African box office, securing its place among the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | PETROAN Warns That Fuel Could Rise To ₦2K/Litre If War Persists
March 10, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | PETROAN Warns That Fuel Could Rise To ₦2K/Litre If War Persists

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  PETROAN warns that fuel could rise to ₦2k/litre if war persists The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has warned that petrol prices in Nigeria could climb to ₦2,000 per litre if... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Fuel Price Rises Again as NNPC Raises it to ₦1,082 per Litre
March 9, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Fuel Price Rises Again as NNPC Raises it to ₦1,082 per Litre

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Fuel price rises again as NNPC raises it to ₦1,082 per litre The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of petrol for the second time in less than 24 hours.... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Iran Fires Back at Israel Envoy Over Terrorism Funding in Nigeria
March 7, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Iran Fires Back at Israel Envoy Over Terrorism Funding in Nigeria

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Iran fires back at Israel envoy over terrorism funding in Nigeria The Embassy of Iran in Nigeria has rejected claims by Michael Freeman that Tehran is backing extremist groups in Nigeria and the Sahel. The... Read More
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UN Warns Nigerian Terrorists Are Using Drones and Cryptocurrency for Operations
March 6, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Over 300 Abducted as Boko Haram Raids Borno Community

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Over 300 abducted as Boko Haram raids Borno community More than 300 residents have reportedly been abducted after suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State late Wednesday... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Records Africa's Biggest Petrol Price Rise in 2026
March 5, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NNPC Raises Petrol Price to ₦933 in Lagos, ₦960 in Abuja

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. NNPC raises petrol price to ₦933 in Lagos, ₦960 in Abuja Motorists will now pay more for petrol as Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased pump prices at its retail outlets to ₦933... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Three Doctors Suspended Over the Death of Chimamanda Adichie’s Son
March 4, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Three Doctors Suspended Over the Death of Chimamanda Adichie’s Son

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Three doctors suspended over the death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son Nigeria’s medical regulator has suspended three doctors, including Dr Tunde Majekodunmi of Euracare Hospital, over alleged negligence in the treatment of the late son of... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol May Hit ₦1,000 as Dangote Raises Depot Price to ₦874/litre
March 3, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol May Hit ₦1,000 as Dangote Raises Depot Price to ₦874/litre

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Petrol may hit ₦1,000 as Dangote raises depot price to ₦874 Motorists across Nigeria could soon pay between ₦980 and above ₦1,000 per litre for petrol after a fresh price increase by the Dangote Petroleum... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Promises Glitch-Free Election in 2027
March 2, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Promises Glitch-Free Election in 2027

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. INEC promises glitch-free election in 2027 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians that the technical failures seen in the 2023 presidential election will not happen again. Chairman Joash Amupitan said improved systems... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ADC Rejects INEC’s New 2027 Election Dates as it Only Favors APC
February 28, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ADC Rejects INEC’s New 2027 Election Dates as it Only Favors APC

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  ADC rejects INEC’s new 2027 election dates, as it only favors APC The African Democratic Congress has rejected the revised 2027 election timetable announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The commission fixed January 16,... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FCCPC Accuses Airlines of Exploiting Nigerians with Festive Fare Hikes
February 27, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FCCPC Accuses Airlines of Exploiting Nigerians with Festive Fare Hikes

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.   FCCPC accuses airlines of exploiting Nigerians with festive fare hikes Nigeria’s consumer watchdog, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has found signs that some domestic airlines sharply increased ticket prices during the December... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Tasks Disu to Fix Police as Security Crisis Deepens
February 26, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Tasks Disu to Fix Police as Security Crisis Deepens

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Tinubu tasks Disu to fix police as security crisis deepens Nigeria’s security leadership entered a new phase as President Bola Tinubu decorated Tunji Disu as acting Inspector General of Police at the State House, Abuja.... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Medical Tourism Rises as Nigerians Spend $549.29m in Nine Months
February 25, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Medical Tourism Rises as Nigerians Spend $549.29m in Nine Months

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Medical tourism surge rises as Nigerians spend $549.29m in nine months Nigerians spent $549.29m on overseas medical trips in the first nine months of 2025, up 17.96 percent from the same period in 2024, according... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Promises State Police and Declares Nigeria’s Economy is Recovering
February 24, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Promises State Police and Declares Nigeria’s Economy is Recovering

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Tinubu promises state police and says Nigeria’s economy is recovering Bola Tinubu has promised that state police will be created to tackle insecurity across Nigeria. Speaking during a Ramadan iftar in Abuja, he assured leaders... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Loans Over New FCCPC Lending Rules
February 23, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | New Electoral Law Introduces Jail Term for Officials Who Hide Election Records

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  New electoral law introduces jail term for officials who hide election records Nigeria’s National Assembly has introduced major reforms in the Electoral Act, 2026, including a two-year prison term for any Resident Electoral Commissioner who... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Introduces New Tax on Betting and Gaming Winnings
February 21, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Introduces New Tax on Betting and Gaming Winnings

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Lagos introduces new tax on betting and gaming winnings A 5% withholding tax will now be applied to gaming winnings in Lagos State, deducted directly before players receive their payouts. The directive was announced by... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Naira Hits Two-Year High at ₦1,347/$ as Dollar Pressure Eases
February 20, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Naira Hits Two-Year High at ₦1,347/$ as Dollar Pressure Eases

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Naira hits two-year high at ₦1,347/$ as dollar pressure eases Nigeria’s currency has strengthened in recent weeks, reaching about ₦1,347.78 per dollar, one of its strongest levels in nearly two years. A report by CardinalStone... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu Signs New Electoral Law with Manual Backup
February 19, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu Signs New Electoral Law with Manual Backup

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu signs new Electoral Law with manual backup Nigeria’s electoral system has entered a new phase after Bola Tinubu signed the revised election law following approval by the National Assembly. The legislation allows electronic transmission... Read More
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