Regina Daniels hints at domestic violence in viral video; brother lashes out at Ned Nwoko

By Obinna Uballa A visibly distressed Regina Daniels has sparked alarm after a video of her in apparent distress circulated widely on social media on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in which she appeared to hint at physical abuse. The clip, shared across X and other platforms, shows Regina surrounded by several people amid a tense…

About 20 military officers, including brigadier general, detained over ‘plan to overthrow Tinubu’

By Obinna Uballa The Nigerian military has launched a high-level investigation into an alleged coup plot involving about 20 officers accused of planning to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. According to multiple security sources, the officers, among them a brigadier general and a colonel, were arrested in late September following intelligence that they were holding secret…

DHQ Denies Coup Plot, Says Independence Parade Cancellation Not Linked To Alleged Mutiny Probe

By Obinna Uballa The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and misleading reports suggesting that activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary were cancelled due to an alleged coup plot. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, and titled “DHQ Never Mentioned Any Coup Attempt,” the military authorities…

Military Better Under Democracy – DHQ

Tension as Netanyahu insists Gaza war Won’t end until Hamas is disarmed, strip fully demilitarised

By Obinna Uballa Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the war in Gaza will not end until Hamas is fully disarmed and the Palestinian territory completely demilitarised, prompting concern about possible renewal of hostilities. Speaking on Saturday in an interview with right-wing Channel 14, Netanyahu said the completion of the ceasefire’s second phase,…

Pardon me!, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

In September 1887, Harry Johnston, Acting Consul of the Oil Rivers Protectorate (Niger Delta) procured the arrest in the wharfs of the Niger Delta of King Jaja of Opobo on the rather dubious charge of “obstruction of trade”. It accused King Jaja of violating a trade treaty with the British, which did not, however, have…

DHQ Never Mentioned Any Coup Attempt

1. The attention of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has been drawn to a false and misleading report by an online publication insinuating that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an alleged attempted military coup. The report also made spurious references to the recent DHQ press release announcing the arrest…

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Entertainment

BREAKING: How Imisi won BBNaija Season 10 . . . takes home N150 million grand prize

Stand-out housemate Imisi this Sunday night, October 5, 2025 emerged winner of the Big Brother Naija Season 10 reality TV show. She beat the eight other finalists during the grande finale to take home the N150 million grand prize. With the disqualification of Faith for violence against Sultana on Thursday, Imisi, known for her resilience,…

Tears as Fashion Titan Giorgio Armani Passes Away at 91

By Abiola Olawale The fashion world has been thrown into a state of mourning as Giorgio Armani, an iconic Italian designer died at his Milan home on Thursday at the age of 91. Born on July 11, 1934, in Piacenza, Italy, Armani was praised by many for transforming the fashion landscape with his revolutionary approach…

Miss Universe unveils 22 contestants as pageant kicks off

By Obinna Uballa The organisers of Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 have announced 22 finalists who will compete for the prestigious crown at this year’s edition of the pageant. The contestants, representing various states across the Nigeria were unveiled through the pageant’s official website and social media platforms. The winner will succeed the outgoing queen, Chidinma…

Nigeria

[VIDEO] Yakubu Bows Out, Hands Over to May Agbamuche as Acting Chairman

By Abiola Olawale Professor Mahmood Yakubu has bowed out as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Yakubu has also officially handed over leadership to National Commissioner May Agbamuche as Acting Chairman on Tuesday. The changeover, announced during an ongoing meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) at INEC's headquarters in Abuja, marks the…

Boko Haram’s Ambition Was Similar to What Fueled Nigeria’s Civil War, Jonathan Warns

By Abiola Olawale Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has likened the ambitions of Boko Haram insurgents to the grievances that fueled the nation's 1967-1970 Civil War. Speaking at the public presentation of Scars, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.), on Friday, Jonathan claimed that Boko Haram wanted more…

EU, INEC chairman, other stakeholders push for urgent electoral reforms ahead of 2027 polls

By Obinna Uballa The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) and the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, have renewed calls for judicial, constitutional, and legislative reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. Leading an EU delegation to INEC headquarters in Abuja on Thursday,…

Ex-Senator Elisha Abbo in Police Custody over Alleged Rape of 13-Year-Old Girl

By Abiola Olawale A former lawmaker representing Adamawa North Senatorial District of Adamawa State in the Senate, Senator Elisha Abbo is reportedly in the detention facility of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). According to reports, the development came after the former lawmaker reportedly surrendered himself to authorities over allegations of raping a 13-year-old secondary school…

Sports

EPL: Details as Chelsea Defeats Nottingham Forest 3-0

By Abiola Olawale Chelsea secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday, capitalizing on a scintillating second-half performance that saw them leapfrog into the Premier League top four. The three-goal haul, courtesy of youngster Josh Acheampong, the electric Pedro Neto, and captain Reece James, compounded the misery for Forest…

Super Eagles Soar in Latest FIFA Rankings, Climbs to 41st Globally

Reclaims Africa's Top 5 Spot By Abiola Olawale The Super Eagles of Nigeria have rocketed four places in the freshly released FIFA men's world rankings, surging from 45th to 41st position. This ascent also catapults the Super Eagles back into Africa's top five, edging out rivals like the Ivory Coast and Tunisia. The climb comes…

Just In! Super Eagles Defeats Benin Republic to Keep World Cup Hope Alive

By Abiola Olawale The 2026 World Cup hopes of the Super Eagles of Nigeria have been kept alive after an emphatic 4:0 over the Benin Republic on Tuesday. Striker Victor Osimhen scored three goals, with Frank Onyeka scoring the fourth, to ensure Nigeria has a spot in the qualification play-offs. The result also confirmed they…

Super Eagles Keep World Cup Dream Alive with Crucial 2–1 Win Over Lesotho

By Obinna Uballa Nigeria’s Super Eagles revived their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a determined 2–1 victory over Lesotho on Friday, a much-needed result that keeps them in contention ahead of the final round of qualifiers. After a cagey and goalless first half, captain William Troost-Ekong broke the deadlock in…

Technology

Nigerian Travellers, Others Stranded As Flight Cancellations Mar US 5G Rollout

The rollout of 5G internet service in the United States has left many US-bound air travellers stranded at the various airports in Nigeria and around the world as many airlines were forced to cancel flights over safety reasons. The 5G rollout, The New Diplomat gathered, triggered a feud earlier in the week between the US…

Nigeria’s Flutterwave In Talks To Triple Valuation To $3 Billion

Flutterwave Inc., a Nigerian payments firm, is seeking fresh funding at a valuation of $3 billion or more, a figure that would roughly triple its last valuation, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The startup, which has offices in Lagos, Nigeria and San Francisco, recently held discussions with potential investors, the people said.…

World’s Most Expensive Car, Rolls-Royce Makes Public Debut

The Rolls-Royce Boat Tail produced by the Rolls Royce Motor Cars company has made its first official public appearance. The Rolls-Royce Boat tail holds a price tag of $28 million as world's most expensive new car. The singular cabriolet made its first public appearance at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Northern Italy over…

All You Need To Know About Jeff Bezos’ 10-minute Trip To Space Today

AFP-- The wealthiest man on the planet Jeff Bezos spent a few minutes in space Tuesday on Blue Origin’s first human mission, a key moment for a fledgling industry seeking to make the final frontier accessible to elite tourists. “A very happy group of people in this capsule,” said Bezos after the spaceship touched down…

Arts & Lifestyle

Holding 2027 Intra-Africa Trade Fair in Nigeria ‘ll boost Economy, Says FG

By Obinna Uballa Economic experts and government officials have described Nigeria’s scheduled hosting of the 2027 Intra-Africa Trade Fair (IATF) as a transformative opportunity for the country’s economy, predicting that the event will hepl unlock new markets, attract foreign investments, and position Nigeria as a leading hub for continental commerce. The announcement on Friday by…

ETA: Canada, Australia, US To Benefit From UK’s Visa-Waiver Entry Scheme

By Kolawole Ojebisi The United Kingdom has announced dozens of additional countries, including United States, Canada and Australia, as beneficiaries of its Electronic Travel Authorisation schemes meant for visitors. According to AFP, the system, aimed at tightening border security, took effect on Wednesday. The scheme would allow eligible travellers to enter Britain with pre-travel authorisation.…

The Israeli-Palestinian War: A Failure of Diplomacy

By Dr. Frederick Braimah The Israeli-Palestinian war, a longstanding and complicated conflict, is often seen and regarded as a stark reminder of the limitations and failures of diplomacy. Diplomacy, the art of fostering collaborative relationships between nations, organizations, or individuals, typically involves nuanced negotiations, tactful persuasion, and strategic compromise to yield mutually beneficial results. As…

The Church Rushed Us: Stella Damasus On Why Third Marriage With Soul Mate Crashed

By Ishola Kayode  Ace actress Stella Damasus and her best friend and soul mate producer Daniel Ademinokan had wanted to take their relationship slow, to cruise along a little longer but the church intervened. The pastors felt that since the two famous members of the choir enjoyed each other’s company so much they should get…

Environment

Revealed! How Fossil Fuel Enablers Dominated List of COP27 Sponsors

18 out of 20 entities sponsoring the UN Climate Change Conference COP27 directly supported or partnered with the fossil fuel industry, according to an analysis by Corporate European Observatory (CEO) and Corporate Accountability. The revelation comes on the heels of investigation by Global Witness that a total of 636 fossil fuel lobbyists were accredited to…

Revealed! Concerns As COP27 Sees Over 25% More Fossil Fuel Lobbyists Than In Glasgow

636 fossil fuel lobbyists affiliated with some of the world's notorious polluting corporations were said to have been registered among delegates participating at the ongoing COP27 climate talks in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh, The New Diplomat has learnt. The figure represents an increase of over 25% from COP26 in Glasgow as it depicts…

COP27: Activists Reject New Africa Carbon Markets Initiative

Climate activists in Africa have described the new Africa Carbon Markets Initiative (ACMI) launched at the COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt on November 8 as a further distraction from the real solution to climate change. The ACMI has a 13-member steering committee of African leaders, CEOs, and carbon credit experts, who believe the initiative will…

We’re On Highway To Climate Hell, UN Chief Guterres Warns As COP27 Takes Off

SHARM EL-SHEIKH, EGYPT - United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres told countries gathered at the start of the COP27 summit in Egypt on Monday they face a stark choice: work together now to cut emissions or condemn future generations to climate catastrophe. The speech was intended to set an urgent tone as governments sit down…

Niger Delta

Itsekiri youths Body accuses Ogbe-Ijoh of land grab, urges Delta govt to restore order

By Obinna Uballa Ugbarajo Itsekiri Youths, a socio-cultural organisation, has accused some individuals from Ogbe-Ijoh in Delta State of attempting to unlawfully claim parts of Warri South Local Government Area, describing the move as a “territorial affront.” In a statement signed by its Vice President, Mrs. Tasye Mene, the group said the Ijaw community has…

Ambassador Oma Djebah Congratulates Delta APC Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie on His Birthday

Frontline international journalist-diplomat and former Nigerian Ambassador to Thailand, Ambassador Oma Djebah, has congratulated the Delta State APC Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie on the occasion of his birth day celebration. In his goodwill message to the celebrant, Amb. Djebah, a former two-time Delta State Honourable Commissioner for Information, described Elder Sobotie as “a dynamic, astute…

Ambassador Oma Djebah Congratulates Senator Omo-Agege on His Birthday

By Hamilton Nwosa Frontline international journalist-diplomat and former Nigerian Ambassador to Thailand, Ambassador Oma Djebah has congratulated the Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator (Obarisi) Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday, today, Sunday, August 3, 2025, describing him as an impactful personality in the 9th Senate whose voice and contributions…

Politics

Wike Shuts Down Presidential Ambition Rumour, Reaffirms Support for Tinubu

By Abiola Olawale The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared his steadfast support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, extending his commitment through 2031. This is as the Minister also dismissed rumors of a potential 2027 presidential bid. In a statement issued on Saturday, Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public…

PDP: Okonkwo urges INEC to Declare Diri’s Seat Vacant as Bayelsa LG Chiefs, Lawmakers Back Gov’s Exit

Okonkwo urges INEC to declare Diri’s seat vacant as Bayelsa LG chairmen, lawmakers back govr’s PDP exit By Obinna Uballa Following the resignation of Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nollywood actor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…

Peter Obi Slams ‘Defection Politics,’ Vows to Resist South-East ‘Capture’

A former Anambra State Governor and the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has condemned the current wave of defection politics sweeping through Nigeria's political landscape. This is as Obi slammed politicians for focusing on what he described as personal gain over public good The former Governor also criticized politicians for…

APC Policies Have Driven 50 Million Nigerians into Poverty in Two Years– Peter Obi

By Abiola Olawale The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration of President Bola Tinubu of purportedly driving over 50 million citizens into poverty since taking office in 2023. Citing a World Bank report, Obi described the surge as a "heartbreaking reflection of failed governance,"…

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