According to official match reports published by FIFA and the Nigeria Football Federation on Saturday, November 7, 2026, Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in Rabat to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and become the first African nation to lift the trophy. The result also pushed the team into a new place in football…
Your NewsNow Nigeria feed for November 8, 2026: curated, timestamped headlines across politics, business, sports, and entertainment, with the Flamingos’ historic World Cup win leading the day.
Lagos news this week covers Sanwo-Olu’s Blue Line Phase 2 timeline, LASTMA’s 2,200-officer festive deployment, the sealing of 45+ buildings, a new tenancy bill, and a cultural explosion of festivals across the city.
Fresh attacks in Barkin Ladi, Mutfwang’s forest guard deployment, the Assembly’s state police bill, and community outrage: a comprehensive roundup of Plateau State developments.
In a remarkable display of vigilance and proactive policing, the Benue State Police Command has successfully apprehended five individuals from Pakistan during a series of well-coordinated intelligence-led operations in the Otukpo and Ugbokolo regions. This significant development came to light through an official statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Orchia Peter…
A deeply divisive video has recently gone viral across various social media platforms, capturing widespread attention and igniting a flurry of reactions. The footage prominently features a Nigerian pastor delivering a sermon to his congregation, culminating in a remarkable and controversial instruction: he implores his followers to transfer the entirety of their financial assets, encompassing…
In a video shared on the platform Advocacy for Good Governance, prominent Nigerian businessman Prince Isaac Fayose articulated a strong conviction regarding the upcoming 2027 presidential election in Rivers State. He confidently asserted that Peter Obi, representing the NDC party, would achieve a resounding and undeniable victory in the state. Fayose directly addressed Nyesom Wike,…
In a candid discussion on an episode of The BTS Reality podcast, Nigerian musical artist Folarin Falana, widely recognized by his stage name Falz, articulated a perspective on the timing of marriage, specifically advising against tying the knot before the age of thirty. His rationale, as reported by the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, August 4,…
Tragic news has emerged from Katsina State, where a teenage girl known only by the name Ummul Khair has lost her life under alarming circumstances that have raised numerous questions and prompted a thorough police investigation. The girl’s father, Kabir Sani, is currently in custody, facing serious allegations of having physically assaulted her prior to…
In a significant move towards enhancing national security and combating the rising tide of violence associated with illegal firearms, the Nigerian Government has recently undertaken the destruction of 2,809 illicit, decommissioned, and unserviceable small arms and light weapons. This decisive action reinforces the government’s unwavering commitment to curtailing the proliferation of illegal weapons that have…
Abdullahi Ganduje, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and ex-governor of Kano State, has strongly rejected the presidential candidacy of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso representing the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Ganduje asserted that their ticket will not garner support in Kano during the upcoming 2027 general election. In a statement…
Amnesty International has urged the Nigerian government to cease what it calls the persecution and judicial harassment of activist and journalist Omoyele Sowore, demanding the immediate withdrawal of all charges against him. In a statement released on Tuesday, the organization highlighted that Sowore’s ongoing prosecution exemplifies a troubling pattern of repression targeting journalists, human rights…
The Yobe State Government has issued a strict warning to public servants regarding issues of habitual lateness, unauthorized early departures, and absenteeism. This initiative aims to enhance discipline and service quality within the state’s public service sector. The warning was documented in a circular signed by the Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa Shehu, and…
TikTok influencer Tunmise has leveled serious allegations against his former girlfriend, Ivana, claiming she secretly traveled to Calabar to reconnect with her ex-boyfriend, undermining his efforts to salvage their relationship. The allegations emerged in a video statement released by Tunmise, where he outlined the circumstances surrounding the dissolution of their romance. This revelation follows Ivana’s…
