Wednesday, July 29, 2026

I gave my wife the biggest paycheck in my career – RMD

Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) has shared how he expressed his love for his wife by giving her the biggest payment he has ever received in his acting career.

Oyo receives two surveillance aircrafts

The Oyo State Government has received two security surveillance aircraft aimed at boosting efforts to tackle insecurity across the state.

“I never knew I was Black until I got to Germany” — Ex-Super Eagles midfielder Jay-Jay Okocha

Former Nigerian football captain Jay-Jay Okocha has opened up about his early experience with racism after moving to Germany, revealing that he “never knew” he was black until he arrived in the European country.

FG suspends planned Kara Bridge rehabilitation indefinitely

The Federal Ministry of Works has indefinitely suspended the planned rehabilitation of a section of the Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The repair work was originally scheduled to begin on July 28, 2026, and was expected to last two weeks.

2027 election must be won at ballot, not in court — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that Nigeria’s 2027 general election must be decided at the ballot box rather than in the courtroom, following the Court of Appeal’s decision on Tuesday, July 28, overturning a Federal High Court judgment that sought to remove the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other political parties from the country's democratic space.

Shakira, Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ breaks World Cup music record

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has achieved another major career milestone after his collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira, 'Dai Dai,' became the highest-charting FIFA World Cup song in history.

No Nigerian should go hungry – Remi Tinubu

Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has said the Federal Government will intensify efforts to combat hunger and child malnutrition through the establishment of community food banks and the expansion of food outreach programmes under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).

Super Falcons suffer 3-2 defeat to Malawi at WAFCON

Nigeria’s bid to win a record 11th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title got off to a disappointing start on Tuesday after the Super Falcons suffered a 3-2 defeat to tournament newcomers Malawi in their opening Group C match.

Nigeria’s new debt hits N12.62tn

The Budget Office of the Federation has disclosed that the Federal Government exceeded its 2024 borrowing target by N4.79tn.

Gov Otti steps in to support Ngozi Nwosu’s medical bills

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has stepped in to support veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu by covering the first phase of her medical bills as she continues to battle health challenge.

The intervention was made public by the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment, Dr. Justice Okey Martins, popularly known as JMartins, who expressed appreciation to the governor for responding to the actress’s situation.
In a statement made on his X account, JMartins wrote:



“His Excellency @alexottiofr have just stepped in on the health issues of our Nollywood legendary actress Mrs ngozi nwosu to approve the first part of our medical bills.

Open Heaven 29 July 2026 Wednesday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: The Lake Of Fire [29 Wednesday,July 2026] 

 MEMORISE: And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. – Revelation 20:15 (KJV) 

Monday, July 27, 2026

Anambra bans Asphalt laying in rainy season

The Anambra State Government has introduced stricter quality control measures for road construction, including an immediate ban on asphalt laying during the rainy season, as part of efforts to improve the durability of roads across the state.

Actress Yetunde Barnabas Celebrates Daughter As She Turns 4

Nollywood actress Yetunde Barnabas is celebrating her daughter, Gemma Olayinka, as she turns 4.

Kano govt bans ‘after-party’ at weddings

The Kano State Censorship Board has announced the immediate suspension of activities popularly known as “after-party” and “hot challenge” at wedding ceremonies and other social events held at event centres across the state.

Once you join APC, corruption allegations disappear – Peter Obi

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has criticized Nigeria’s political system, claiming that politicians accused of corruption often appear to be cleared of wrongdoing once they defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Man jailed four weeks for illegal waste disposal in Lagos

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has secured a four-week jail term for a 56-year-old man, Adebayo Samson, who was convicted for illegally dumping refuse along the PWD axis of Agege Motor Road, Lagos.

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today

The Nigerian naira maintained a relatively stable position against the United States dollar across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market as trading opened on Monday, July 27, 2026.

Davido gifts Mayorkun a Tesla Cybertruck

Five years after Mayorkun left DMW, Davido has shown that their bond remains strong by gifting the singer a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck.

Open Heaven 27 July 2026 Monday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Earthly Home [ 27 Monday, July 2026] 

  MEMORISE: While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. – 2 Corinthians 4:18 (KJV) 

Friday, July 17, 2026

Aso ebi Friday: Stunning and Trendy Style LookBook

Hey Lovelies. These days, wedding guests don’t joke with slaying at any owambe parties. 

Donald Trump limits foreign students to four-year US stay

The administration of United States President Donald Trump has finalised a new rule limiting most foreign students and exchange visitors to a maximum stay of four years in the country unless they obtain an extension from the Federal Government, The Washington Post reports.

How loyalty made me fight battles that weren’t Mine – Bisola Aiyeola

Nollywood actress Bisola Aiyeola says one of the biggest lessons she has learned over the years is that loyalty should come with wisdom. 

Actor Jide Kosoko urges Nigerians to be patient with Tinubu

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko believes Nigerians should give President Bola Tinubu more time before deciding whether his administration has succeeded or failed.

Security operatives rescue kidnapped school principal, NECO official and two students in Kogi

The Kogi State Government has announced the successful rescue of the four persons kidnapped during the recent attack on a school in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area of the State.

Open Heaven 17 July 2026 Friday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Deliverance From Marital Burdens 17 July 2026 

  MEMORISE: He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.– Psalm 46:9 (KJV) 

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Students, principal, abducted while writing NECO Exams in Kogi

Gvnmen on Tuesday attacked a Government Secondary School, in Odo-Ekina, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State

Alex Ekubo’s de.ath changed me – IK Ogbonna mourns

Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has opened up about how the de.ath of his close friend and colleague, Alexx Ekubo, changed his perspective on life, saying the heartbreaking loss made him reflect on questions he had never considered before.

Strikes on Iran to continue until 'I say it's enough' - President Trump declares

US President Donald Trump has vowed that American military strikes on Iran will continue until he personally decides they have achieved their objectives, declaring that the campaign will not stop "until I say it's enough."

Spain secures World Cup final after defeating France

Spain defeated France 2-0 to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup final, extending their impressive run with a third straight victory over Les Bleus.

Open Heaven 15 July 2026 Wednesday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Deliverance From Material Burdens [15 Wednesday, July 2026] 

  MEMORISE: And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. – Joel 2:25 (KJV)

Monday, July 13, 2026

FIFA considering expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 Teams

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has revealed that football's global governing body is actively reviewing a proposal to scale the World Cup up to an unprecedented 64-team tournament for the 2030 edition.

Alleged certificate forgery: Ex Minister Uche Nnaji arraigned in court, granted N20m bail

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) today arraigned former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja on a six-count charge bordering on alleged certificate forgery, money laundering and obtaining salaries under false pretences.

Kiekie explains why she won’t collaborate with certain skit makers

Popular Skit maker Kiekie has said there are some skit makers she simply can not collaborate with, and for her, it all comes down to the image she has built for herself.

FG suspends proposed increase in WAEC, NECO fee

The Federal Government has suspended the proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination, pending wider consultations with stakeholders.

Seun Kuti blasts VDM for saying his protest led to rescue of Oyo victims

Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has blasted VeryDarkMan who seemingly praised his protest as the catalyst for the rescue of the victims of the Oyo school a.bduction.

US launches new wave of strikes against Iran

The US military launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran on Sunday night, saying the operation was aimed at further weakening Tehran's ability to target commercial shipping in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

Actress Damilola Adegbite slams toxic negative relationship narratives

Damilola Adegbite has shared her opinion relationships and marriages, urging people to be optimistic when looking forward to life long unions.

Driver arrested as troops intercept truck conveying large consignment of illicit drugs on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road

Troops of the 65 Battalion have intercepted a truck conveying a large consignment of illicit drugs along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road following actionable intelligence from a credible source.

My biggest fear is not knowing when to quit music – Davido

Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that his greatest fear is not knowing the right time to step away from music.

FG approves N50,000 WAEC NECO fee increase from 2027

The Federal Government has approved an increase in the registration fees for the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the National Examinations Council (NECO) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), with the new rate taking effect from 2027 Under the new arrangement, candidates sitting for either WAEC or NECO internal SSCE will pay a uniform fee of N50,000.

Open Heaven 13 July 2026 Monday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Spend Quality Time With Your Spouse [13 Monday, July 2026] 

  MEMORISE: Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. – Ecclesiastes 9:9 (KJV)

Friday, July 10, 2026

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho set for Celtic transfer return

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed plans to bring Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho back to the club following his impressive debut.

Glam Up And Slay In These Beautiful Aso Ebi Styles

Hi my beauties, It's Friday, and we love how these women served their premium glam without any hold backs and we have picked several fabulous styles that caught our eyes in the past week, and we know that our Spicynistas will love our selection.

“I am the CEO of minding his business” – Basketmouth declares

Nigerian comedian and actor Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth, has rooted his horns over his love for minding his business 

US releases list of countries no longer eligible for visa waiver

The United States has updated statutory guidelines for its Visa Waiver Program (VWP), confirming that travelers who have visited or hold dual nationality with specific countries are no longer eligible to enter the country under the visa-free scheme.

Actress Anita Joseph Fires Back After Caramel Plug Rejects Her Apology Over AI Photo Controversy

Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has bitten back at content creator Caramel Plug.

282 more evacuated Nigerians arrive from South Africa

Another batch of 282 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Thursday night aboard an Air Peace flight, bringing the total number of returnees under the evacuation programme to 1,141.

I still get body-shamed despite my weight loss – Actress Eniola Badmus

Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has opened up about the mockery she continues to receive despite losing nearly half of her body weight, saying she is still being body-shamed after her remarkable transformation.

Nigeria placed on 2027 Frontier Market Watchlist

Nigeria’s capital market has received a major boost after S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI) placed the country on its 2027 Country Classification Watchlist for a possible upgrade from a Standalone Market to a Frontier Market.

World War 3 fears as Putin ‘set to launch huge mobilisation in months’

Russian President Vladimir Putin could launch a new large-scale mobilisation of troops within months as Ukraine continues to intensify attacks on Russia's military and energy infrastructure, according to Czech President Petr Pavel.