Ned Nwoko says Regina Daniels’ mother introduced her to him, denies pursuing her
Ned Nwoko insists he did not pursue Regina Daniels, claiming her mother brought her to him for marriage and that the actress was 19 at the time, not 17.
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Ex-naval chief misled in Abuja land deal meant for park, says Wike’s aide
“Vice Admiral Gambo does not have a title document showing that he owns the land.”
UN flags Nigeria, Mali among 16 global hunger hotspots
A joint UN report has warned that worsening conflicts and funding gaps could push millions into famine, listing Nigeria among 16 global hunger hotspots.
Navy silent as Wike, officers clash over alleged Abuja land grabbing
The Nigerian Navy declined comment after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike clashed with naval officers in Abuja over alleged land grabbing linked to a former Chief of Naval Staff.
Nigeria’s poverty schemes ineffective, only 44% of welfare funds reach the poor – World Bank
A World Bank report says only 44% of Nigeria’s social safety-net benefits reach the poor, warning that low funding and poor design make the country’s welfare spending largely ineffective.
5 facts about religion in Nigeria, by PEW Research
Here are five facts about religion in Africa’s most populous country, based on previous Pew Research Center studies.
Reps warn of 1,894 unmanned Nigerian border points
The House of Representatives has warned that 1,894 of Nigeria’s 1,978 entry points are unmanned, exposing the country to illegal arms, human, and drug trafficking.
Tension rises as Ondo lawmakers reject Aiyedatiwa’s N531bn supplementary budget
Ondo lawmakers have rejected Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s N531 billion supplementary budget, citing poor execution of the 2025 Appropriation Law and lack of transparency.
Senator Kalu says Akpabio impeachment attempt failed
Senator Kalu confirmed failed attempts to unseat Senate President Akpabio, hinted that Anambra governor Soludo may join APC, and expressed confidence in Tinubu’s second-term prospects.
Nigerian priest gets top Vatican role as Pope Leo appoints him vice regent
Pope Leo XIV appoints Nigerian priest Edward Daniang Daleng as vice regent of the Papal Household, a top Vatican post.