Femicide in Nigeria has reached alarming levels, with a woman or girl killed every 49 hours, according to data from the Femicide Observatory run by DOHS Care Foundation, a women’s…
June 30 Not Shutdown Day in South Africa, Says Justice Minister: Citizens Advised to Go About Daily Business
The South African government has firmly declared that June 30 is a normal day, dismissing claims of a nationwide shutdown or escalation of xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals. Minister of…
Anambra Politician Franklin Nwadialu Jailed for 5 Years in U.S. Over Multimillion-Dollar Romance Scam
This case highlights the growing global threat of romance scams, particularly those originating from Nigeria and targeting vulnerable populations abroad. It also underscores the reach of international law enforcement in…
Nigerian businesswoman Bukky Olukoga pleads guilty in U.S., forfeits multimillion-dollar illicit proceeds
Records reviewed during the investigation showed that Ms Olukoga received approximately $69,966 via Cash App between May and October 2020 and $239,855 via Zelle from 59 individuals between April and…
Nigerians Protest Delayed Repatriation in South Africa, Cite Lack of Shelter and Food
Nigerians in South Africa staged a peaceful protest in Pretoria on Monday, demanding urgent repatriation amid delays in flight arrangements and rising xenophobic attacks across the country. The demonstration, held…
Full List: Nigerians Playing for Other Countries at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Nigerian heritage players are making a significant impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as the Super Eagles miss out on qualification. Fifteen athletes of Nigerian descent are representing…
Tinubu to Confer National Honours on Nigerians Serving at UN
Foluke Ojelabi, President of the Nigerian Association in the UN, welcomed Nigeria’s renewed visibility at the UN and commended Nigerian professionals for their dedication. She also raised concerns about funding…
UK Woman Faults Jury After Son Wrongly Accused in Legal Case
A Nigerian woman based in the United Kingdom, Mrs Olayinka Akinrinola, has strongly contested the guilty verdict handed down to her 18-year-old son, Oluwatobiloba Akinrinola, in a British court, calling…
Diezani Alleges God Cleared Her of Corruption Charges
Nigeria’s former petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been acquitted of all corruption-related charges in a landmark ruling by Southwark Crown Court in London, marking the end of an 11-year legal…