Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Actress Debbie Shokoya celebrates husband on his Birthday

Nollywood actress Debbie Shokoya is celebrating her husband, Lukman Ejalonibu, on his birthday today.

FCCPC Orders Immediate Removal of Poorly Labelled Products

Nigeria's competition and consumer protection watchdog has ordered all manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers to immediately remove products from shelves if they don't have proper labels.

Comedian AY Makun celebrates his 55th birthday with Gratitude

Comedian AY Makun is celebrating his 55th birthday today August 19.

2027: Tinubu, Obi, Sowore, others sign Peace Accord

The Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi; his African Action Congress (AAC) counterpart, Omoyele Sowore; and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), among others, today, August 18, converged in Abuja to sign the National Peace Accord, months before the 2027 elections.

Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira named new Senegal Head Coach

Footballer, Patrick Vieira has been appointed the new head coach of Senegal’s Teranga Lions.

Navy rescues 22 sea robbery victims in Akwa Ibom

The Nigerian Navy has rescued 22 passengers who were abducted by suspected sea robbers after their wooden passenger boat was hijacked along the Calabar–Oron–Ibaka waterway in Akwa Ibom State.

Reality Tv Star Sheggz confirms breakup with Bella

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Sheggz has addressed the controversy surrounding his relationship with fellow reality TV star Bella, insisting that he did not cheat on her and revealing that they have been separated since January 2026.

Atiku too old to contest election – Ayo Fayose

Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has stated that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, is too old to contest an election.

Angélique Kidjo becomes first African musician honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Beninese music icon Angélique Kidjo has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognising her remarkable global influence, Grammy-winning career, and enduring impact on African music.

I would’ve been in Osun if Tinubu wanted APC victory. There’s nothing Adeleke can do - Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he would have been in Osun to help secure victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) if President Bola Tinubu had wanted the party to win the governorship election.