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.
The Nigerian political landscape remains in a state of high alert as legal battles continue to intersect with electoral preparations. Recently, reports regarding a Federal High Court judgment involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the candidacy of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar have generated significant public discourse. As citizens and political observers seek clarity, it…
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.
The Federal Government is gearing up to lend its full support to Nigeria’s talented Flamingos as they embark on an exhilarating journey towards triumph in the highly anticipated final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. This spectacular event is not just another match—it’s a historic moment for Nigerian football!A distinguished high-level delegation is…
Latest Kogi State news: Governor Ododo’s revenue reforms and empowerment programmes, the EFCC’s ongoing trial of former Governor Yahaya Bello, military operations against kidnappers, and cost-of-living pressures in Lokoja.
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.
Paul Ibe, a media aide to former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has cited the recent conviction of Duane “Keffe D” Davis in the murder case involving Tupac Shakur as evidence that the passage of many years should not stop authorities from seeking accountability in serious criminal matters. Ibe…
According to a report published by Metro on Thursday September 3, 2026, Mikel Arteta was initially reluctant to sanction Ethan Nwaneri’s departure from Arsenal on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The Arsenal manager eventually approved the deadline-day transfer, but only after taking considerable time to assess whether sending the young midfielder away was the right decision…
This warning comes as the institution has cautioned members of the public and social media users against interacting with the purported account. Users who encounter the account have also been urged to report it immediately to Facebook management to help prevent possible fraud and impersonation. FUTO Public Relations Officer, Orakwe Ezugwu, issued the warning in…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has suggested that he could eventually step away from music to concentrate on expanding his wealth and pursuing billionaire status. The singer made the comment during a heated exchange with Nigerian rapper Erigga on X, formerly known as Twitter, over whether artists from financially privileged families have an easier route to success.The…
The stake held by the Chairman of Heirs Group, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, in Seplat Energy Plc is now worth approximately $1.28 billion. The investment is held indirectly through Heirs Energies Ltd and Heirs Holdings Ltd. This updated valuation is calculated using Seplat’s Tuesday, September 1, 2026 closing share price of N12,320.60 per share and…
Midun is the kind of Yoruba drama that builds its narrative around one of the most recognizable weaknesses in human nature: the desire for more, even when what a person already has should be sufficient. At the center of the movie is a world in which trust can be damaged by selfish ambition, and where…
Femi Adebayo, the acclaimed Nollywood actor, filmmaker, and producer, has revealed that he is developing a sequel to “Seven Doors,” his directorial debut. The announcement signals a continuation of the story introduced in the original production and reflects Adebayo’s commitment to building on the success of his earlier work.Released in December 2024, “Seven Doors” was…
