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Nigerian-American Engineer Debuts World's First Braid-Assist Robot HaloBraid — Jul 24, 2026Nigerian-American engineer Yinka Ogunbiyi has developed HaloBraid, the world’s first braid-assist robot designed to ease stylists’ physical strain and cut braiding time, with a seed funding round of about $7 million and more than 7,000 salons waitlisted ahead of commercial rollout. The project frames HaloBraid as a cobot that augments professional braiders rather than replacing them, backed by significant investment and recognition of American innovation with global impact.

Trump Praises Tinubu, US-Nigeria Security Ties Deepen — Jul 23, 2026U.S. President Donald Trump commended Tinubu’s decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and pledged continued support, underscoring a deepened security partnership under the US-Nigeria defence framework. Nigerian officials describe the letter as evidence of progress in security cooperation and bilateral ties, highlighting joint operations, US training, and intelligence sharing as the relationship matures.

Nigeria Would Welcome US Intervention In Massacre Of Christians By Islamic Terror Groups — Nov 3, 2025Nigeria said Sunday the country would welcome American intervention against Islamic extremist groups behind the massacre and persecution of Christians in the African nation. Daniel Bwala, advisor to Nigerian President…

Tinubu urges diaspora doctors back home — Jul 24, 2026President Tinubu urged Nigerian medical professionals abroad to return home to aid the country’s healthcare transformation under the Renewed Hope Agenda, highlighting the need for their knowledge, innovation and experience. He tied the appeal to national diaspora activities, personal return experiences, and a commitment to creating an enabling environment for practice, medical education, research and digital health infrastructure while encouraging peers to join in rebuilding Nigeria.

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Nigerian Defence Minister Musa Denies Resignation RumoursPolitics — Jul 20, 2026Nigeria's Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa has repeatedly denied resignations rumors, with the Defence Ministry and his media aide calling the reports malicious and false while reiterating his commitment to national security and the defence agenda. Officials urge the public to disregard the fake news and verify information through official channels amid widespread misinformation on social media.

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Tinubu UNGA attendance planned for SeptemberWorld — Jul 15, 2026Nigerian President Tinubu will attend the UN General Assembly this September to present Nigeria’s reform successes and participate in high-level side events on energy, education, and healthcare, while also pursuing enhanced border policing collaboration with the United Nations across West Africa. He is also expected to sit in the front row very close to U.S. President Donald Trump, with the possibility of a sideline meeting depending on arrangements.

Hotel of Horrors: Nigerian Police Uncover Grisly Organ-Trafficking Ring — Dec 9, 2025Authorities in southeastern Nigeria say a quiet town has been living beside a nightmare. What looked like an ordinary hotel and a modest mortuary now sits at the center of a sprawling organ-harvesting network that…

Pope Urges Immediate Release After 50 Nigerian Students Escape Kidnapping — Nov 24, 2025Fifty of the 303 students abducted from a Catholic school in Niger state, north-central Nigeria, have escaped captivity and returned to their families, authorities said Sunday, as Pope Leo XIV called for the immediate…

Predawn Raid on Nigerian School Leaves 25 Girls Abducted, Staffer Dead — Nov 17, 2025A predawn attack on a boarding school in northwestern Nigeria left 25 schoolgirls abducted, one staff member dead, and another wounded, marking the latest in a series of increasingly brazen kidnappings targeting the…

On X · @premierleaguePremier League Posts Tribute Video to Bruno Guimaraes’ Intensity and LeadershipThe official @premierleague account shared a short hype video of Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimaraes with the caption “What it means 💪”, focusing on his physical duels, passion, clean performances, and leadership qualities. The post is trending because it celebrates a high-profile summer signing’s quick integration and “warrior” style, sparking heavy engagement from Arsenal fans while drawing the usual rival banter.1,113 likes · 19m

Ezuruike earns Nigeria's first Commonwealth medal — Jul 24, 2026Nigeria opened its medal account at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as Roland Ezuruike won the country’s first medal, a silver in the Men’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting with 153.9 points and a near-record 190kg lift, earning a $4,000 total prize under the NSC scheme, while the 3×3 basketball team also secured Nigeria’s first win at the event. Ezuruike’s podium effort sets a strong early tone for Team Nigeria’s campaign as other athletes featured in the day’s program include Ibrahim Dauda’s strong lift and Nigeria’s ongoing swimming and other events.

Nigerian Army declares soldier wanted for selling uniforms — Jul 23, 2026The Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps has declared Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu wanted for allegedly selling and supplying military uniforms to terrorists and other criminals, after he absconded from his unit on June 3, 2026, while attached to the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory. Authorities emphasize zero tolerance for misconduct and are coordinating a manhunt with public tips sought to aid in his arrest and full disciplinary action under military and civil law.

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Nigeria's CCT urged to adopt digital technology — Jul 21, 2026Nigeria’s Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, urged the Code of Conduct Tribunal to embrace digital technology to improve case management, records administration, and overall efficiency, tying the push to the federal digital transformation agenda and the Tinubu administration’s reform plans. He stressed the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration, public enlightenment, and robust enforcement as integral to Nigeria’s anti-corruption framework.

Nigeria Kidnapping Crisis Raises Nearly $6 Million — 5dAcross Nigeria, a surge in kidnappings and attacks by bandits and Boko Haram-linked groups is destabilizing regions from the northwest to the northeast, with schools repeatedly targeted and communities left vulnerable. SBM Intelligence data show 7,825 people kidnapped and nearly 7.78 billion naira ($5.8 million) in ransom paid over July 2025–June 2026, underscoring how criminal networks are funding themselves and eroding public trust, while authorities pledge rescues and action against ransom networks.

Tinubu expands Nigerian Army to 12 divisions — Jul 23, 2026President Bola Tinubu has approved expanding the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions, as part of a broader package that includes recruiting 28,000 more personnel and procuring key equipment to strengthen security and modernize forces. The rollout will create four new divisions in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo and Benin City, and aims to improve command and control, decentralize decision-making, bolster border security and national infrastructure protection, with implementation in two phases.

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Nigerian House Passes State Police Bill — Jul 23, 2026The Nigerian House of Representatives passed the constitutional amendment to establish state police, following President Tinubu’s transmitted bill, as part of strengthening the security architecture. The passage was marred by walkouts from the Minority Caucus who alleged due-process and constitutional procedure breaches, with disputes over clause-by-clause consideration and Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution.

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Scores killed in northwest Nigeria attacks — Jul 23, 2026Armed gangs killed at least 20 people in Zamfara State, northwestern Nigeria, during raids between 3pm and 4pm local time, reflecting a surge in bandit violence that includes kidnapping and theft across the region. Security forces also killed several suspected bandits in Kwara State and a broader crisis tied to Boko Haram and ransom demands is driving continued violence.

M-KOPA Reaches 10 Million Customers Across Five African Markets — Jul 22, 2026M-KOPA has reached 10 million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa through its More than a Phone platform that blends smartphone financing with embedded insurance and credit for Everyday Earners. Since 2020 it has added 9 million customers in six years, with Nigeria the fastest-growing market, about 10,000 new customers daily, and a Kenya assembly factory of 400+ staff that has produced more than 3.3 million devices, supported by a network of over 40,000 agents.

ICPC Uncovers 908 Ghost Workers Across Federal MDAs — Jul 22, 2026Nigeria’s Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered a nationwide payroll fraud involving 908 ghost workers across more than 50 federal MDAs, recovering about ₦942 million in fraudulent salaries. The Nigeria Police Force accounts for the largest share with 570 suspected fake workers, and investigations, sparked by pension irregularities in 2024, remain ongoing as officials say relatives and associates were sometimes listed to divert funds and reform measures like IPPIS are being pursued.

Nigerian House Seeks Nationwide Audit of Recovered Assets Since 1999Politics — Jul 21, 2026The Nigerian House of Representatives is pushing a comprehensive audit of assets seized or recovered by government agencies since 1999, including plans to create a digital national asset registry and an ad hoc committee to inventory, value, manage, and account for proceeds. Lawmakers say lack of centralized records and weak oversight have obscured the whereabouts and use of assets such as cash, property, shares, and vehicles, and reference the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act 2022 and constitutional provisions to justify enhanced transparency and accountability.

On X · @XMoneyX Expands Money Feature to All U.S. Premium and Premium+ SubscribersThe rollout of X Money to every U.S. Premium and Premium+ subscriber has generated mostly positive and enthusiastic reactions, with users celebrating the new payments, debit card, and financial features while requesting further expansions like crypto support.1,115 likes · 20m

Legacy Media Downplays Christian Persecution In Nigeria After Trump Admin Strikes — Dec 26, 2025Legacy media outlets downplayed Christian persecution in Nigeria after President Donald Trump’s administration struck anti-Christian ISIS terrorists in the country. Trump wrote in an Oct. 31 Truth Social post that 3,100…

US Moves Troops Into Nigeria Amid Escalating Violence Against Christians — Feb 4, 2026The U.S. has deployed a contingent of troops to Nigeria as violence against Christian communities by Islamist militants continues to escalate. U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) chief General Dagvin R.M. Anderson confirmed…

JORGE MARTINEZ: Genocide Against Christians In Plain Sight And Why Leadership Matters — Dec 2, 2025The world is watching a slow-motion atrocity unfold in Nigeria and Ethiopia , and too many global institutions refuse to speak the truth about what it is: A Christian genocide . Entire villages in Nigeria’s Middle Belt…

Nicki Minaj Praises President Trump After His Statement On Christian Persecution In Nigeria — Nov 3, 2025Over the weekend, rapper Nicki Minaj publicly thanked President Donald Trump and his administration for taking steps to help persecuted Christians in Nigeria. Her comments came just one day after President Trump…

Anthony Joshua Hurt in Deadly Nigeria Crash Almost Two Weeks After Jake Paul KO — Dec 29, 2025Celebration from a high-profile boxing victory turned into shock and tragedy after star heavyweight Anthony Joshua was injured in a deadly car crash in Nigeria that left two people dead. According to the New York Post …

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