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A deadly clash erupted in Ojoo, Ibadan, after a dispute over a failed point-of-sale transaction between a tricycle rider and wheelbarrow pushers spiraled into violent unrest, leaving lives lost and businesses shuttered. Eyewitnesses describe how the argument quickly escalated into a wider conflict. In response, Olubadan Oba Rashidi Ladoja called for peaceful coexistence among Ibadan’s diverse comm...

Kylian Mbappe has seized the top spot in FIFA’s new World Cup Power Rankings, scoring an impressive 8.71 after Round of 16 matches, edging out Lionel Messi at 8.45. Powered by Aramco and based on real-time game data across attack, creativity, and defense, the rankings update after every match — making them dynamic and unpredictable. France leads in creativity (Michael Olise 1) and defense (Dayot U...

The All Akwa Ibom Masses are sounding the alarm over alleged attempts to steal Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim’s presidential ticket from the Accord Party, calling it a “daylight robbery” and vowing the people won’t stand for it. They’re also urging former governor Obong Victor Attah to stay out of the party’s internal drama, warning Akwa Ibom shouldn’t be dragged into the mess. The group is demanding INEC...

IShowSpeed, the 21-year-old streaming sensation with 57M+ YouTube subs, is under FIFA investigation after racist abuse targeted him at the Argentina vs. Cape Verde World Cup match — a disturbing repeat of monkey gestures during the Argentina vs. Egypt game, despite his VIP access under a special deal with FIFA, YouTube, and Fox Sports. As he tours Africa, drawing massive crowds including celebrati...

Tensions flared in Ibadan after a deadly clash between Yoruba and Hausa youth, sparked by the recent killing of a commercial motorcyclist believed to be Yoruba. Another life was lost in the ensuing violence, though the victim’s identity remains unknown. In response, Olubadan Oba Rasidi Ladoja, former Oyo governor, issued a powerful call for unity, urging all residents to see each other as family a...

Imo State police strike hard against kidnapping syndicates, arresting two top bosses—Confidence Vitalis and Ishiaya Rejoice—and recovering grim evidence including guns, ammo, a human skull, and “criminal charms” from a river-side hideout. The operation, fueled by intel and confessions, also rescued three victims who identified their abductors. Authorities link the gang to the May 16 killings of tw...

Ogun State’s tax agency is on a mission to crack down on car dealerships dodging taxes—especially in Abeokuta—with serious consequences looming for non-compliant businesses as they expand enforcement across the state to ensure fair play and fund essential services. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is...

Emmy nominations drop and “The Pitt” dominates with 25 nods, narrowly edging out “Hacks” with 24 — setting the stage for a fierce showdown. Hosted by Mariska Hargitay, the ceremony on September 14 promises fireworks as top contenders like “The Diplomat,” “The Gilded Age,” and “Slow Horses” battle for drama honors, while comedy sees “Abbott Elementary,” “The Bear,” and “Only Murders in the Building...

Former Port Harcourt Refining Company head Ahmed Dikko faces 12 money laundering charges, accused of siphoning company funds for personal property and dodging financial regulations. Pleading not guilty, he’s been granted bail of 150 million naira with strict conditions, including passport surrender and no international travel, as trial looms in October — a high-stakes case spotlighting Nigeria’s f...

Delta State security forces strike a major blow against a notorious kidnapping gang, apprehending leader Abubakar Usman after a high-stakes rescue of kidnapped woman Mrs. Blessing Chiedu. The operation, led by SafeCity and state police, culminated in a shootout at a forest hideout, ending a string of brutal abductions that terrorized communities. While some accomplices escaped, Usman’s capture mar...

President Tinubu just dropped a game-changing bill to overhaul Nigeria’s criminal justice system, ending the notorious “trial-within-trial” delays that’ve choked courts for years. The new law slashes red tape by moving objections to the end of trials, introduces a national Sex Offenders Register, and funds witness protection — all aimed at speeding up justice, boosting accountability, and moderniz...

A deadly landslide in Tanchang County, Gansu Province, China, claimed at least 21 lives on July 7, 2026. In response, Nigeria’s government extended heartfelt condolences, praised China’s swift rescue efforts, and reaffirmed the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations, offering solidarity as recovery begins. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.c...

Senior political assistant Demola Olarenwaju is demanding an investigation into Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila over allegations he’s linked to a fake Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, with Olarenwaju calling for his immediate removal and urging security agencies to act — a move he compares to how former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai was handled. The controversy erupted after a...

Windstorms slam Jigawa State, claiming seven lives and displacing over 5,400 people across 13 local councils. Homes, schools, clinics, and farms are in ruins — even before floods hit. The state’s emergency fund of 800 million naira is being mobilized, with federal, NGO, and community support urgently needed to rebuild and brace for what’s coming. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

A deadly clash erupted in Ojoo, Oyo State, leaving four dead and several injured after a violent escalation from a failed Point-of-Sale transaction. The dispute began when a tricycle rider allegedly received cash but couldn’t complete the transaction due to network issues, sparking a confrontation with wheelbarrow pushers. The rider was stabbed and died, triggering a wave of retaliation that turne...

Tensions boiled over in Ojoo, Ibadan, after a tricycle rider’s death sparked unrest that left two dead — prompting the Oyo State Government to call for calm and launch a full investigation. Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal personally intervened, urging residents — especially youth — to stay peaceful and not blame ethnic groups for the violence. Officials met with Yoruba and Hausa leaders to reaffirm uni...

Former Port Harcourt Refinery head Ahmed Dikko faces serious money laundering charges tied to a $1.3 billion rehab project, accused of moving funds through cash property deals and illegal forex transactions — including a $200 million land payment in cash — as the EFCC pushes for accountability while Dikko secures bail with steep conditions including a $150 million bond, a property-backed surety, a...

The federal government is revolutionizing healthcare by bringing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and audiology straight to your local clinic — a bold move to make vital rehab services accessible to millions, especially Nigerians with disabilities, seniors, and injury survivors. Starting in Bauchi State, this initiative is a cornerstone of the nation’s push toward Universal Hea...

Peter Obi, Nigerian presidential candidate, was moved by Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai’s emotional plea for justice, warning against selective justice that erodes public trust and national unity. He emphasized that everyone deserves fair treatment under the law, even amid allegations. El-Rufai, alongside her co-wife, appealed to President Tinubu for empathy, citing their past support and her husband’s cri...

Nigeria’s Minister Bernard Doro is stepping into a pivotal role on the African Humanitarian Agency’s Governing Board, representing West Africa for a three-year term. Appointed by the African Union, this marks a major step toward Africa-led disaster response and resilience, tackling crises from displacement to climate shocks. Doro sees it as both an honor and a responsibility, eager to leverage Nig...

Senator Kawu Sumaila is refusing to back down as he demands the Senate launch its own probe into a mysterious 1.3 billion naira budget line item for a non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council. While the Presidency insists the agency doesn’t exist and has ordered an ICPC investigation, Sumaila argues the legislature has a constitutional duty to scrutinize how such allocation...

The Senate just passed a landmark bill to crack down on fake medicines and unsafe food, proposing 15-year prison terms, asset forfeiture, and victim compensation. Designed to tackle modern threats like online trafficking and cross-border networks, the new legislation aims to protect Nigerians from preventable deaths and restore trust in healthcare. Lawmakers stress the outdated law can’t handle to...

Kwara APC just launched a 24-member elders’ committee to heal internal rifts and win back defectors—led by ex-deputy governor Chief Wole Oke, who vows fairness and unity—with a three-month deadline to deliver results before the next elections. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-lev...

Tension flares in the African Democratic Congress as state officials sue leadership over plans to dissolve state working committees — the Federal High Court rules in favor of the states, halting the move. Despite an expected Court of Appeal verdict this past Wednesday, the judgment was last-minute postponed with no explanation, now rescheduled for July 13, 2026. The core dispute centers on whether...

Kwara APC rolls out a 24-member elders’ committee to heal internal rifts, win back defectors, and prep for elections—after fallout from 2021 congresses and members jumping to PDP. State chairman Sunday Fagbemi demands fairness and transparency, while committee chair Chief Wole Oke pledges impartiality and cooperation, aiming to deliver findings in just three months. Listen in comfort: Get a discou...