UPDATE: Oyo School Principal, Teachers, and Pupils Regain Freedom After 56 Days in Captivity
The principal, teachers, and pupils of the Baptist High School in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, who were abducted by gunmen in May, have regained their... Read more.
NIMC Says New Act Strengthens Data Protection, Expands Digital Identity Coverage
On July 9, 2026, Uche Chigbo, Coordinating Director of Operations at the National Identity Management Commission, stated that the newly enacted NIMC Act 2026 strengthens... Read more.
Nigerian Surrogate Opens Up on Emotional Toll of Carrying Children for Others
On July 7, 2026, a Nigerian surrogate mother revealed that the emotional burden of carrying a child that is not hers has been one of the hardest challenges of her... Read more.
“Useless King,” Outrage as Ooni of Ife Confers Chieftaincy on Convicted Child Molester, Baba Ijesha
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has conferred chieftaincy on Convicted Child Sexual Offender Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha. The title... Read more.
UNIOSUN Student Recounts Sexual Assault During Soldiers’ Hostel Raid in Osogbo
A student of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has stated that a soldier sexually assaulted her during the invasion of students’ hostels in Osogbo by military... Read more.
“If You Preach Marriage to Me, I Can Arrest You” — Content Creator Celyn Ukam
On July 1, 2026, Nigerian content creator Celyn Ukam stated on Instagram that if anyone preached marriage to her, she could arrest them, adding that she had completely... Read more.
“Polygamy One of Greatest Marital Errors,” — Rita Edochie
Veteran Nollywood actor Rita Edochie has spoken out against polygamy, describing it as one of the greatest marital errors, and pointing to the ongoing public disagreements... Read more.
Nigerian Government Reforms NYSC to Civilian-Led, Skills-Oriented
The Federal Government has approved a major overhaul of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), ending decades of military operational leadership of the scheme... Read more.
16-year-old Osasere Okundaye Becomes Nigeria’s Youngest Chartered Accountant
Sixteen-year-old Osasere Okundaye has qualified as a chartered accountant through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), drawing commendation... Read more.
Lawyers Call for Stronger Justice Systems Over Rising Violations Against Women in Nigeria
On June 28, 2026, lawyers under the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria have raised concern over the increasing frequency and severity of violations... Read more.