August 28, 2025
  1. Two Nigerian Pilgrims Die in Makkah During 2025 Hajj Exercise
  2. Saudi Arabia Confirms June 4 as Commencement Date for 2025 Hajj Pilgrimage
  3. Ebonyi State Approves New Minimum Wage of ₦90,000
  4. GPS-Enabled PoS Will Help Curb Fraudulent Transactions – Obioha Oti
  5. UK Awards 85 Nigerians Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships for 2025
  6. U.S. Proposes Fixed Visa Durations for Students and Journalists
  7. UBEC Chief Reaffirms Inclusive Education Drive, Inspects Riverine Schools in Lagos

Religion

Hajj and Umrah Religion

NAHCON Partners with Alternative Bank to Unveil Digital Platform for Hajj Savings Scheme

In a bold step toward modernising pilgrimage financing, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), in partnership with The Alternative.

General Religion

Sheikh As-Sudais to Deliver Friday Sermon at Masjid Al-Haram on Aug 29

President Sheikh Dr. Abdur Rahman As‑Sudais, esteemed for his profound Quranic recitations and leadership of prayers at the Grand Mosque.

General Religion

Bauchi Hisbah Bans DJs, Women at Mixed Events, Restricts Cross-Gender Dancing

In a directive that has stirred conversation across Bauchi State, the Hisbah Commission has issued a prohibition on the presence.

Business

Business

Access Holdings Confirms Exit of Non-Executive Director Roosevelt Ogbonna

Lagos, August 28, 2025 — Access Holdings Plc has announced the resignation of Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna from its Board of.

Business

Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Hit $41 Billion, Highest in Nearly Four Years

Abuja, August 28, 2025 — Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have climbed to $41.046 billion, the highest level recorded since December.

Business

Dangote Seals $2.5 Billion Fertilizer Plant Deal with Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, August 28, 2025 — Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has signed a landmark $2.5 billion agreement with the.

Editorial

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

Education World

UK Awards 85 Nigerians Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships for 2025

Abuja, Nigeria | August 28, 2025 The United Kingdom Government has awarded 85 Nigerians the prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships.

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World

U.S. Proposes Fixed Visa Durations for Students and Journalists

Washington, D.C. | August 28, 2025 The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed new rules that would.

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General World

Syria Condemns Israeli Drone Strike Near Damascus, Reports Six Soldiers Killed

DAMASCUS |  August 27, 2025  Syria’s foreign ministry on Wednesday condemned an Israeli drone strike that struck military positions near.

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