“I wouldn’t have married my wife if she were SS or AS” — Adekunle Gold speaks on genotype compatibility

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has opened up about the importance of genotype compatibility when choosing a partner. 

Quit presidential race and back us – Kwankwaso tells Atiku

The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has urged African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar to abandon his 2027 presidential ambition and support the NDC.

France withdraws support for Infantino in FIFA presidential election

The FFF is aligning itself with the position of other European federations such as Belgium, Italy, Scotland, Sweden and Wales, who have also publicly withdrawn support for Infantino.

Open Heaven 11 September 2026 Friday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Never Give Up (1) [11 Friday, September 2026]

  MEMORISE: For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off. – Proverbs 23:18 (KJV)

FG moves academic certificate verification online

The Federal Government has moved the evaluation and authentication of academic certificates online, ending the need for applicants to visit the Federal Ministry of Education physically.

Obi’s blocked Benue visit unacceptable — Festus Keyamo

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo, SAN, has condemned the blockade of Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi by protesters in Benue State, describing the incident as unacceptable in a democracy.

Actor Itele’s ‘Koleoso’ becomes most-viewed African film on YouTube

Filmmaker and actor Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele d’Icon, is celebrating a new record as his movie series Koleoso has reached 141.6 million combined views on YouTube across 13 parts

Petrol pump prices defy low depot rates to stay above N1,300

Petrol prices remain high at filling stations across Nigeria despite a significant drop in depot prices, raising fresh questions over potential profiteering between wholesale loading points and retail outlets.

2026 Ballon d’Or: I won’t beg for award – 19 year old Barca star Lamine Yamal

Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has declared that he will not actively campaign or plead to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or award.

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday ahead of Barcelona's UEFA Champions League clash against Feyenoord, the teenager stated that voters and fans are entitled to their opinions and that individual accolades lie outside his control.

“I don’t think I need to campaign for the Ballon D’Or. Everyone is entitled to think whatever they want,” Yamal said.

“I’m not here to campaign, and I’m not going to beg for anything. That’s your job. It’s not on me.” Yamal emphasized his pride in his performances for both club and country over the past year, attributing any potential recognition to overall team success.

“Winning the Ballon d’Or does not depend on me,” he noted. “The work we’ve done with Barça and the national team has been unbelievable. I’ll be grateful to my teammates at Barça and with the national team if I win it, of course.”

The 2026 Ballon d’Or presentation will take place in London on October 26.

 

You can come back with your expired passports, NIS tells Nigerians abroad

The Nigeria Immigration Service NIS has explained that Nigerians in the diaspora do not need a valid passport to travel home, as expired passports can still be used for the journey and renewed once the holder is back in the country.

Pastor Adeboye and wife celebrate 59th wedding anniversary

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor Folu, are celebrating their 59th wedding anniversary today, September 8.

Mbappe, Messi, others battle for 2026 Ballon d’Or top prize as Full list of nominees officially confirmed

France Football, the organizers of the Ballon d’Or award, have officially released their shortlist of nominees for the 2026 edition.

We are not aware of Obi's visit- Benue govt reacts to attack on Peter Obi's convoy

The Benue State Government has denied any involvement in the att@k on the convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, by some youths in the state earlier today September 8.

Open Heaven 9 September 2026 Wednesday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Rapid And Extraordinary Promotions [ 9 Wednesday, September 2026]

  MEMORISE: He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the Lord’s, and he hath set the world upon them. – 1 Samuel 2:8 (KJV) 

Controversy as Malawi sends minister’s daughter to Miss World instead of reigning Miss Malawi

Controversy has erupted in Malawi after the country sent the daughter of a Cabinet minister to the Miss World pageant instead of the reigning Miss Malawi.

Benue state govt bans extra lessons after school hours

As some schools resume for a new academic session today, September 7, the Benue State government banned schools across the state from conducting compulsory extra lessons after regular school hours.

Actress Eniola Badmus celebrates her birthday in style

It is the birthday of Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus.

INEC threatens N10m fine and 12-month jail term for abusive campaign in 2027 election

The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned politicians and political parties against using abusive, intemperate or inflammatory language ahead of the 2027 general election, saying offenders could face substantial fines and, in some cases, imprisonment under the Electoral Act 2026.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in line to play together for the first time ever

Legendary footballers, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will line up for the same team for the first time ever later this year.

NMDPRA blames fluctuation in petrol price on logistics costs and single-source refining

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has attributed fluctuations in petrol pump prices to crude oil sourcing, dependence on a single source of domestic refining, logistics and transportation costs under the deregulated market. NMDPRA Head of Public Affairs George Ene-Ita disclosed this in an interview on Sunday, September 6. Ene-Ita said petrol pricing had been fully deregulated, meaning changes throughout the supply chain, including crude procurement, refinery delivery timelines, imported cargoes, transportation and taxes, are reflected in pump prices. He added that marine and inland taxes associated with the movement and supply of petroleum products also form part of the pricing structure. “This issue is knotty in the sense that there are various factors involved,” Ene-Ita said. “Pump price petrol has been completely deregulated. And if this is the case, it also means that all volatilities associated with supply have to be factored in. “These factors include single source domestic refining, sourcing of crude oil as feedstock, time lag between when crude is sourced offshore and when it eventually arrives the refinery. “They also include time lag between when PMS cargoes are ordered and when they eventually arrive our ports for subsequent inland distribution and supply in the case of imported fuel.” Ene-Ita said transportation and landing costs, along with marine and inland taxes, also contribute to petrol prices. “Perhaps when the domestic refining ecosystem becomes more robust, competitive and sustainable, the issues regarding pricing will become clearer and more beneficial to consumers,” he said. The NMDPRA spokesperson said refinery pricing templates and ex-depot prices are not regulated under the current framework. He, however, said the authority was working with industry stakeholders and agencies, including the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, to promote price equilibrium and parity at the last mile. President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Abubakar Maigandi Garima, meanwhile, called on the Federal Government to intervene in the pricing of crude oil supplied to domestic refineries to moderate fuel prices and reduce pressure on consumers. Maigandi said fluctuations in the international crude oil market were affecting domestic petrol prices because refiners purchase crude at prevailing market rates. According to him, higher crude prices increase production costs for refiners, with the additional costs subsequently passed on to the market. He called for government intervention to lower the cost of crude supplied to domestic refineries during periods of significant international price volatility. Maigandi argued that such a measure should not be regarded as a return to fuel subsidy, but as temporary support for domestic refining. “What we are saying is that if Nigerians can make this huge investment, we should support them. Government can intervene by reducing the cost of crude oil to the refinery,” he said. “When the refinery refines the product at a lower cost, it can also reduce the price for Nigerians, and this will help the economy.” The IPMAN president also advocated a more predictable pricing arrangement for crude supplied to domestic refineries, saying frequent fluctuations make it difficult to maintain stable fuel prices. He urged the government and relevant stakeholders to consider mechanisms that would provide greater stability in crude supply and pricing for domestic refiners. Maigandi said a more predictable arrangement would enable refineries to plan their operations more effectively and could help reduce fluctuations in petroleum product prices. Petrol prices rose above N1,300 per litre on September 1 as Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed to $95.36 per barrel. Two days later, IPMAN said filling stations across the Federal Capital Territory would begin reducing petrol pump prices as new product supplies arrived.