Dangote Group takes custody of Phyna’s sister’s remains after fatal accident
Dangote Group has taken custody of Phyna’s late sister Ruth Otabor’s remains after her death from injuries sustained in a company truck accident.
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NiMet predicts nationwide thunderstorms, rainfall for three days starting Monday
NiMet has forecast widespread thunderstorms and rains across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday, urging citizens to take safety precautions.
Sowore, other public figures mourn Ruth Otabor, call for justice and improved healthcare
Ruth Otabor, sister of BBNaija star Phyna, has died from accident injuries, raising questions over delayed care and systemic failures.
Pope calls for end to ‘pandemic of arms’ while praying for Minnesota school shooting victims
Pope Leo XIV condemned a deadly U.S. school Mass shooting and urged an end to global arms proliferation.
Oborevwori vows justice after Abraka woman’s killing by security operatives
Governor Oborevwori promised justice after a woman was allegedly shot dead by security operatives in Abraka.
El-Rufai: I’m unbothered by what my enemies think
Nasir El-Rufai dismissed being labeled a fundamentalist, insisting critics misunderstand his leadership and governance style.
Macron says Putin “played” Trump if peace talks fail by deadline
Macron warned Putin will have outmaneuvered Trump if Russia-Ukraine talks do not occur by the U.S. deadline.
British embassy in Cairo closes after security barriers removed
The British embassy in Cairo has closed temporarily after Egyptian authorities removed security barriers, amid diplomatic tensions with the UK.
Nigerian Army reports killing of ISWAP terrorists, rescue of hostages
Nigerian troops killed seven ISWAP terrorists, rescued five kidnap victims, and foiled attacks in Borno within 24 hours.
Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 31 August 2025
Here is a summary of Nigerian news this morning