August 16, 2025

Religion

Religion World

Saudi Authorities Temporarily Close Bir Ghars in Madina for Major Renovation and Infrastructure Upgrade

In a move aimed at preserving Islamic heritage while enhancing visitor experience, Saudi Arabian authorities have announced the temporary closure.

Religion

Saudi Authorities Ease Drug Permit Process for Umrah Pilgrims Through New Digital System

In a major relief for intending Umrah pilgrims who rely on essential medications, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has unveiled.

Religion

Oyedepo Stands Firm Against Hijab in Mission Schools, Warns of Eroding Founders’ Vision

Ota, Ogun State — August 14, 2025 | Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, has strongly.

Business

Business

GTCO Tops Market Activity as NGX All-Share Index Declines by 0.46%, Market Ends Week on

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) emerged as the most actively traded stock by value this week, even as the.

Business

WTO Launches $50m Fund for Women Exporters, 146 Nigerian Entrepreneurs to Benefit

Lagos, Nigeria — August 16, 2025 | The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has unveiled a $50 million global fund to.

Business CAC

CAC Flags 247 Companies for Fake Registration Numbers, Moves to Prosecute Offenders

Lagos, Nigeria — August 16, 2025 | The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has uncovered 247 companies in Nigeria allegedly operating.

ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Entertainment General

Court Convicts Two Social Media Influencers for Naira Abuse in Oyo State

Ibadan, July 2, 2025 — The Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has convicted two social media personalities, Bukola.

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Entertainment Football Sports

Iwobi Leads Nigerian Contingent Among Global Most Impactful Football Players

Abuja — Alex Iwobi has emerged as the standout Nigerian footballer featured among the world’s most impactful players, according to.

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Entertainment

16-Year-Old Nigerian Artist Receives N5 Million and Full Scholarship from Rainoil for Creative Excellence

Sixteen-year-old Chinedu Nwali has been awarded a N5 million cash prize and a full scholarship up to university level by.

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WORLD

World

Chinese Embassy Vows Probe into Alleged Abuse of Nigerians in Central African Republic

Abuja, Nigeria — August 16, 2025 | The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation into.

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World

Canadian Court Rejects Sudanese Politician’s Asylum Bid over Party’s Anti-Democratic Links

Ottawa, Canada — August 16, 2025 | A Canadian Federal Court has denied the asylum application of a Sudanese politician,.

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World

Putin, Trump Hold High-Stakes Ceasefire Talks in Alaska Over Ukraine War

Anchorage, Alaska — August 16, 2025 | Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Anchorage.

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