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- world
Former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan Dies at 71
Former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died at the age of 71, throwing the state and the nation into mourning.
GNA Writes · 19 October 2026
- politics
Who Is Ikedi Ohakim? Profile of the Former Imo State Governor
Ikedi Ohakim governed Imo State from 2007 to 2011. Here is a look at his background, his time in office and the creative talents he brought into government.
Global News Arena · 8 April 2026
- world
Emmanuel Uduaghan Biography: His Wife, Children, Medical Career, Achievements and Political Legacy
From a medical doctor to the Governor of Delta State, Emmanuel Uduaghan built a career around healthcare, public service and the development of the Niger Delta.
GNA Writes · 9 June 2026
- world
The Man Who Fed Ibadan and Held Oyo State’s Political Power
He held no high office, yet no one governed Oyo State without him. Here is how he built that power.
GNA Writes · 8 July 2026
- entertainment
Davido Banned From Performing in Edo State: What Really Happened and Why the Singer Is Facing Backlash
Davido is at the centre of a fresh controversy after an aide to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo declared that the singer is no longer welcome to perform in the state. Here’s how their political clash escalated and why it is generating backlash.
Lady NG · 21 August 2026
- world
Why the United States and Iran Struggle to Reach a Peace Deal
Deep disagreements over nuclear activity, sanctions and security have made peace difficult to achieve.
GNA Writes · 12 August 2026
- world
Crowd Storms the United States Capitol
Congress was forced to suspend certification of the presidential election result as rioters broke into the building.
James Whitfield · 6 January 2021
- world
Death of George Floyd Sparks Protests Across the United States and Beyond
Demonstrations against police violence spread to hundreds of cities within a week.
James Whitfield · 29 May 2020
- business
Nigeria’s $1.3 Billion Delta Steel Revival Deal: What the New Investment Means for Jobs, Industry and the Economy
Nigeria’s $1.3 billion investment to revive Delta Steel Company could reshape the country’s steel industry, create thousands of jobs and unlock new opportunities for businesses, workers and entrepreneurs
Lady NG · 21 August 2026
- technology
Documents Reveal Scale of United States Surveillance Programmes
Files provided by a former contractor described bulk collection of telephone records and access to data held by major technology companies.
Priya Raman · 6 June 2013
- world
NDLEA Seizes ₦3.4bn Drugs, Arrests Fake Police Officer
A 49-year-old man allegedly posed as a police officer to move drugs undetected, as NDLEA operations across multiple states uncover over ₦3.4 billion worth of narcotics.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- business
Sweeping United States Tariffs Reset the Terms of Global Trade
A new schedule of import duties prompted retaliation, negotiation and a sharp repricing in financial markets.
Robert Keane · 8 April 2025
- world
Earthquakes Devastate Southern Turkey and Northern Syria
Two powerful tremors hours apart killed more than fifty thousand people and levelled entire districts.
Sarah Benali · 6 February 2023
- world
Donald Trump Wins the United States Presidency
The property developer and television presenter defeated Hillary Clinton, carrying Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin.
James Whitfield · 9 November 2016
- world
Typhoon Haiyan Devastates the Central Philippines
One of the strongest storms ever recorded at landfall flattened the city of Tacloban and displaced four million people.
Helena Marsh · 8 November 2013
- nigeria
Nigeria Declares State of Emergency in Three Northeastern States
President Goodluck Jonathan ordered a military offensive in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa in response to escalating attacks.
Adaeze Okonkwo · 14 May 2013
- world
Osama bin Laden Killed in United States Raid in Pakistan
American special forces carried out a night operation on a compound in Abbottabad, ending a manhunt that had lasted almost a decade.
James Whitfield · 2 May 2011
- world
Catastrophic Earthquake Devastates Haiti
A magnitude 7.0 tremor struck near Port-au-Prince, flattening government buildings, hospitals and homes across the capital.
Tomás Oliveira · 12 January 2010
- world
Barack Obama Elected First Black President of the United States
The Illinois senator defeated John McCain to win the White House, drawing record turnout and enormous crowds to his victory rally in Chicago.
James Whitfield · 5 November 2008
- world
Trump Says the US Will Not Attack Iran Before November Elections
Donald Trump says the United States will not attack Iran before November 3, but the two countries still disagree on how to end the war.
GNA Writes · 9 October 2026
- world
Nigerian Air Force Plane Crash Kills 25 People
A Nigerian Air Force ATR 42 aircraft crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State on Monday while travelling from Benin City to Lagos. The Nigerian Air Force confirmed that 25 people were on board, including five crew members and 20 passengers. There were no survivors.
GNA Writes · 6 October 2026
- world
Flood Alert: Thousands of Communities and Schools Face Risk Across Nigeria
With rivers rising and heavy rains persisting, NiHSA warns communities in 15 states to prepare for possible flooding between September 19 and 25, here's what residents and business owners should know.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
37 People Died in Custody. The Questions Nigeria Still Needs to Answer
The deaths in Niger State have triggered an investigation and exposed what happens when systems fail to detect danger and respond in time.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- world
Who Is Lamidi Adedibu? The Strongman Who Fed Ibadan and Chose Its Leaders.
He was born in a market in Ibadan in 1927 and died in the same city in 2008. In between, he built a power that no governor could ignore.
GNA Writes · 10 June 2026
- world
The US Is Expanding Its Military Presence in Greenland. Why Businesses Should Pay Attention
Growing strategic activity around Greenland shows how geopolitical changes can quickly reshape business risks.
GNA Writes · 22 September 2026
- world
Russia Election: Kremlin Faces New Test After Expected Victory
United Russia has retained its Duma majority, but with the war in Ukraine ongoing, the real question is how the Kremlin uses this result and what it could mean for global markets.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
America Is at War With Iran. So Why Is Iran Still Going to the UN?
Why diplomacy continues even when two countries are at war and what it means for a world facing growing uncertainty.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- entertainment
Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo” Laid to Rest as Tinubu, Abiodun and Nollywood Stars Pay Tribute
Veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan “Ogogo” has been laid to rest in Ilaro, Ogun State, as President Tinubu, Governor Abiodun and Nollywood stars pay tribute to his remarkable legacy.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- world
Donald Trump Wins a Second, Non-Consecutive Term
The former president carried every battleground state and the national popular vote.
James Whitfield · 6 November 2024
- world
Oil Prices Jump as War and Storm Threaten the World’s Fuel Supply
Oil prices climbed as attacks on ships in the Middle East and a powerful storm in the United States raised fears of supply shortages.
GNA Writes · 9 October 2026
- world
Tinubu Can Govern From Anywhere, Presidency Says Amid Questions Over Leadership
The Presidency says President Bola Tinubu can continue exercising his constitutional powers while outside Nigeria, following questions from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi about leadership while Tinubu is in Paris and Vice President Kashim Shettima is in the United States.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- world
The Part of Flooding We Don’t Talk About Enough: What Happens to People After the Water Goes Down
As NIHSA warns of flooding risk across 15 states, the damage we measure in property and stock losses often overshadows the emotional toll that lingers long after the water recedes.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- entertainment
Tonto Dikeh Reveals How Reconciliation With Churchill Changed Her Life and Helped Other Women
Tonto Dikeh has opened up about how reconciling with her former husband, Olakunle Churchill, transformed her perspective on forgiveness and inspired at least 10 women to work towards peace and healthier relationships.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- entertainment
Davido Breaks Silence After Ademola Adeleke’s Osun Victory, His Short Message Says More Than You Think
Davido has broken his silence following his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun governorship election, but his brief message has sparked a bigger conversation about family, influence, personal branding and how social media attention can be turned into opportunity.
Lady NG · 17 August 2026
- opinion
Taylor Swift Just Reminded Trump's Team Who Controls the Music.
Team Trump used "August" in a TikTok video. Days later, the audio was gone, replaced by a message every artist dreams of seeing. No lawsuit, no statement, just a reminder of who controls the rights.
Reva Mag · 10 August 2026
- entertainment
Saskay Celebrates Major Academic Achievement After BBNaija Fame: Why Her Latest Win Reminded Me That Fame Should Never Be the Final Goal
Former BBNaija star Saskay has added another impressive milestone to her journey by celebrating a major academic achievement, proving that personal growth doesn't have to stop after reality TV fame. Her latest success is a powerful reminder that lasting fulfillment often comes from continuing to learn, build, and pursue goals beyond the spotlight.
Lady NG · 4 August 2026
- editorial
Editorial: Journalism Is Not a Crime
Reporters continue to face detention and harassment in too many countries. Global News restates a simple principle.
Helena Marsh · 19 July 2026
- world
Analysis: Middle Powers Are Setting More of the Agenda
As the largest states deadlock, coalitions of medium-sized countries are doing the drafting.
Helena Marsh · 15 July 2026
- technology
The Semiconductor Map Is Being Redrawn, Slowly
Subsidy programmes in the United States, Europe, Japan and India are shifting capacity, but leading-edge concentration persists.
Mei-Lin Zhao · 27 June 2026
- world
Toluwanisings (Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji): Biography, Age, Songs, Ministry and the Story Behind 42 Million Plays.
He trained as an estate surveyor, sang in church choirs, and built one of Nigeria's loudest praise ministries out of a small town in Osun State.
GNA Writes · 10 June 2026
- world
Hundreds of Thousands of Rohingya Flee Myanmar Into Bangladesh
A military operation in Rakhine State drove the fastest refugee movement in the region in decades.
Helena Marsh · 12 September 2017
- nigeria
More Than 200 Schoolgirls Abducted From Chibok
Armed men took students from a government secondary school in Borno State, prompting a global campaign for their release.
Adaeze Okonkwo · 15 April 2014
- africa
South Sudan Becomes the World's Newest Country
Crowds gathered in Juba as the flag was raised on a state created by referendum after decades of civil war.
Daniel Mbeki · 9 July 2011
- climate
Deepwater Horizon Rig Explodes in the Gulf of Mexico
Eleven workers were killed and a damaged wellhead began releasing oil a mile below the surface, starting the largest marine oil spill in United States history.
James Whitfield · 20 April 2010
- business
Lehman Brothers Collapses, Triggering Global Financial Panic
The 158-year-old Wall Street institution filed for bankruptcy protection, the largest such filing in United States history, sending shockwaves through world markets.
Robert Keane · 15 September 2008
- world
Ayra Starr, The Life, Music, Achievements and Global Rise of a Nigerian Afrobeats Star
From her early beginnings in Nigeria to international recognition, Ayra Starr has built a music career defined by bold self-expression, memorable songs and an unmistakable identity. Discover the life, music, achievements and defining moments behind one of Afrobeats’ most exciting stars.
Your Brand Angel · 15 October 2026
- world
Chip Stocks Recover as Investors Wait for Key US Inflation Report
Technology shares regained some ground as investors watched for new figures that could influence interest rates and business costs.
GNA Writes · 14 October 2026
- world
Gospel Singer Toluwanisings Dies at 41 as Nigerian Entertainment Industry Mourns
Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings has died at 41, prompting emotional tributes from fans, fellow gospel ministers, and celebrities who remember his music and impact.
GNA Writes · 14 October 2026
- world
Ayra Starr Makes History With NFL Halftime Show in London
The Nigerian Afrobeats star became the first African artiste to headline a halftime show at an NFL International Game.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- nigeria
False Caption, False Narrative: Okey Bakassi Goes Viral.
Dear writer, there is power in your keystrokes, make sure you aren't trading credibility for controversy.
Queen Diana Story · 13 October 2026
- world
Ayra Starr’s Starrgirl World Tour 2027 Dates, Cities, Venues, Tickets and Everything Fans Need to Know
The complete guide to Ayra Starr’s 2027 Starrgirl World Tour, including announced dates, concert venues, ticket information, VIP packages and updates for fans in Africa, Europe, the United Kingdom and North America.
Your Brand Angel · 12 October 2026
- world
Diesel Hit a Record High. The New Fix Adds Up to Just 12 Hours of World Supply.
Analysts say the Russian diesel deal will not bring costs down. Here is what is really going on.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
- world
Missiles Flew 1,000 Kilometres and Hit Riyadh's Airport. Saudi Arabia Wants to Know How.
The attack killed at least 13 people and hurt more than 300. Officials are now asking why the country's air defences did not stop it.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
- world
Why Lamidi Adedibu’s Family Is Demanding ₦500 Million Over a Film
Adedibu: Alagbara Ibadan tells the life of the late Ibadan politician Lamidi Adedibu. His family says it is full of lies, and that nobody asked them first.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
- world
Google Signs a Huge Nuclear Power Deal
Google is securing a huge supply of electricity as artificial intelligence creates growing demand for power.
GNA Writes · 6 October 2026
- world
Three Scientists Win the Nobel Prize for Their Work on the Brain
Three scientists have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discoveries that have changed the way researchers study the human brain.
GNA Writes · 5 October 2026
- world
Nigeria’s Workers Are on Strike. What Happens to Businesses When People Stop Showing Up?
Public service workers across Nigeria have begun a three day warning strike over economic hardship. The disruption highlights a business problem that goes beyond government offices: what happens when an organization depends too heavily on people to keep every process moving?
GNA Writes · 2 October 2026
- world
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing Are Taking Their Social Media Clash to the Ring. What Happens When Attention Becomes a Business?
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing are facing each other in a celebrity boxing bout in Lagos today. Beyond the entertainment, the event shows how attention can be turned into a commercial opportunity.
GNA Writes · 1 October 2026
- world
Paramount’s $110 Billion Warner Bros Deal Is Reshaping Entertainment. The Business Lesson Is Bigger Than Hollywood
The massive media deal shows why combining businesses is only the beginning of a much harder integration process.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
US and China Extend Their Trade Truce. The Bigger Lesson Is How Businesses Plan for Uncertainty
The extension gives companies more time, but businesses still have to prepare for what happens when trade conditions change again.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026