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Panic As Elephant Invades Oyo Community, Kills 1,another Missing

25.04.2026

There was pandemonium at Innayin Community in Oyo State following the invasion of an elephant which killed one person and left one other missing. The incident, as confirmed by the Oyo State Police Command, occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, when residents reported the elephant’s sudden appearance within the community. According to the spokesperson of...

Don Richard Debunks Death Rumour, Says I’m Alive, Healthy

25.04.2026

Veteran Nollywood actor Don Richard has reacted to the purported news reports that he had passed away due to complications from kidney failure. Sharing a video message on his official Instagram page on Friday, Richard debunked the rumour and affirmed that he is still alive and well. READ ALSO: He expressed gratitude to fans for their...

Ibom Air Donates Anti-Malaria Drugs To A’Ibom

25.04.2026

In commemoration of the 2026 World Malaria Day, Ibom Air, through its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiative FAMPact (Fight Against Malaria in Pregnant Women and Children) has made a significant presentation of anti-malaria medications to the State Malaria Elimination Programme (SMEP) under the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health. The donation of 30,000 doses of...

Glo-sponsored African Voices Spotlights Ejatu Shaw

25.04.2026

This week, African Voices, the Globacom-sponsored magazine programme on CNN International, turns its searchlight on the London-based photographer and multidisciplinary artist, Ejatu Shaw, whose work continues to refract heritage into striking visual poetry. Born in 1996, Shaw is a graduate of the University of Westminster, where she earned a Master’s degree in Photography Arts in...

Xenophobia: NiDCOM Urges Nigerians To Be Cautious In S’Africa

25.04.2026

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has appealed to Nigerians in South Africa to adhere to the advisory issued by the consulate general, warning of escalating anti-foreigner demonstrations across the country. The warning followed an official circular from the Consulate General of Nigeria in Johannesburg (Ref No: CGJHB/AD/209/ VOL I) dated April 22, 2026. According...

I Prioritise My Kids Over Anyone Else

25.04.2026

Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Olakunle Churchill has said he would prioritise his children over anyone or anything if forced to choose. Taking to his official Instagram page on Friday, the father of four said he would choose his children without any doubt. “As a dad, if I find myself in a situation where I must...

Group Urges Nigerians To Brace Up For More Hardship Over FG’s Economic Policies

25.04.2026

A group, the African Sociocultural Harmony and Enlightenment (ASHE) Foundation has expressed concerns over the downturn of the Nigerian economy despite the cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Tinubu. The President of the group, Prince Justice Faloye, in a statement yesterday, said that the removal of the Coordinating Minister of Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and replacement...

Top 15 Weekly Sports News Roundup For Latest Nigeria News

25.04.2026

Here is the latest New Telegraph’s top 15 weekly Sports news roundup, making headlines from Saturday, April 11 to Saturday, April 18, 2026. CAF Set To Move AFCON 2027 To S’Africa The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering a major change to the hosting arrangements for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with...

The Faculty Company Brings Pan-African School Leadership Masterclass To Abuja

25.04.2026

All is set for the Pan-African School Leadership Masterclass, with the Abuja edition coming up next as part of a highly anticipated development experience designed to equip school leaders with the mindset, systems, and strategies required to build effective, sustainable, and high-performing schools. Organised by The Faculty Company, the masterclass will be hosted across key...

(Updated) Alleged Coup: Military Convened Court Martial For 36 Officers’ Trial

25.04.2026

The long-anticipated General Court Martial (GCM) to try a total of 36 serving officers on allegations bordering on attempt to oust President Bola Tinubu, was inaugurated yesterday by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja. Saturday Telegraph reports that the development followed the issuance of the appropriate Convening Order, which serves as the official instrument/seal for...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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