Saturday, November 14, 2026

Nigeria

November 6, 2026

Former national assembly member, other Ecuadorian politicians, executives, narcotraffickers arrested in U.S. cocaine case

The defendants include a former Ecuadorian mayor and current mayoral candidate, the son of the former president of Ecuador, and other powerful narcotraffickers.

November 6, 2026

Over 70,000 people to welcome Tinubu in Rivers State, Wike says

Mr Wike assured residents that security and logistical arrangements are in place to ensure a smooth event.

November 6, 2026

Court jails 10 for illegal petroleum dealing in Delta

The judge sentenced Mr Terry and Ms Godfrey to two years’ imprisonment each, with an option of a N300,000 fine.

Courtroom
November 6, 2026

Police arrest eight suspected vandals in Abuja

The police said the suspects belonged to a criminal gang specialising in the vandalism and theft of public and private infrastructure.

November 6, 2026

NAF recovers cockpit voice recorder from crashed aircraft in Ondo

The air force said technical teams from the NAF and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) confirmed the recorder was intact.

November 6, 2026

U.S. judge blocks Trump’s triumphal arch project after agency approval

Judge Tanya Chutkan has blocked President Donald Trump from proceeding with construction of a planned 250-foot arch.

November 6, 2026

Tanzanian opposition leader Lissu jailed four years for inciting unrest

Tundu Lissu, leader of the opposition Chadema party, was acquitted of treason charges but found guilty of incitement by a Tanzanian court.

November 6, 2026

Cross River police arrest suspect, recover vehicle stolen in Enugu

The CP reiterated the command’s resolve to deny criminals a haven and strengthen intelligence-led policing to combat vehicle theft.

Police
November 6, 2026

Flutterwave named ‘Africa’s best payments infrastructure provider’ at Euromoney Transaction Banking Awards 2026

“The recognition highlights Flutterwave’s role in strengthening Africa’s payments infrastructure,” Flutterwave said.

November 6, 2026

Gov Yusuf congratulates Shekarau on 71st birthday

Governor Abba Yusuf has congratulated Ibrahim Shekarau on his 71st birthday.