VP Kashim Shettima Lauds MIT’s Impact on Global Innovation, Calls for African Entrepreneurial Unity Abuja, Nigeria — January 14, 2026Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has commended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for its significant contributions to the global innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, highlighting its role in driving investment, job creation and capacity building worldwide. […]

NFF PRESIDENT GUSAU DISMISSES OFFICIATING FEARS AHEAD OF NIGERIA–MOROCCO AFCON CLASH Rabat, Morocco — The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), has rebuffed concerns about biased officiating ahead of the Super Eagles’ crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final against hosts Morocco, insisting that there is no basis […]

Abuja, Nigeria — Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not abandon Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in favour of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, insisting that the President places a high premium on loyalty, political […]

FG APPROVES 2026 TETFUND INTERVENTION FOR 271 TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government (FG) has approved the 2026 intervention funds through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for a total of 271 tertiary institutions — including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education — in a major boost to Nigeria’s higher education sector. What […]

NAPTIP RESCUES 58 OF 300 MISSING CHILDREN IN BENUE Benue State, Nigeria — The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has confirmed the rescue of 58 out of about 300 children reported missing in Benue State, as the agency intensifies its investigation and operations against human trafficking networks in the region. […]

TAIWO OYEDELE: I RECEIVE DEATH THREATS OVER TAX REFORM IMPLEMENTATION Abuja, Nigeria — Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has revealed that he has received death threats as a result of his role in driving Nigeria’s newly launched tax reform agenda. The disclosures came amid continued public […]

Rema Emerges Biggest Winner at AFRIMA 2026 as Burna Boy, Qing Madi, Chella Shine Nigerian Artistes Dominate 9th All Africa Music Awards in Lagos, With Rema Bagging Three Major Honors LAGOS, NIGERIA — Nigerian musicians delivered a standout performance at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2026, held on Sunday at the Eko Hotels […]

5 Artists Wizkid FC Have Dragged Over the Years From Subtle Shade to Full-Blown Online Wars, Being “Dragged” by Wizkid FC Has Become a Rite of Passage in Nigerian Pop Culture LAGOS — In Nigerian pop culture, few online forces are as organised, relentless and instantly recognisable as Wizkid FC — the fiercely loyal fanbase […]

National Statement by His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 Nigeria Champions Climate Action, Sustainable Growth and Global Partnerships at High-Level Sustainability Forum ABU DHABI, UAE — His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, delivered a national statement at the 2026 Abu […]

Nigeria’s Food Regulator Assures Parents That Approved Formulae in Market Are Safe and Unaffected by Overseas Recall ABUJA, NIGERIA — The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reassured Nigerian parents, caregivers and healthcare professionals that all locally approved Nestlé infant formula products sold in Nigeria are safe for consumption and […]

FG Calls for Ban on Wooden Boats to Curb Waterway Accidents The Federal Government has urged state governments to ban the use of wooden boats for commercial water transportation, citing their role in recurring and avoidable waterway accidents across the country. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, said wooden boats […]

📰 HEDNEWS — HEALTH & LIFESTYLE📅 January 2026 13 Easy Ways to Gain Weight in Just One WeekFor many people, gaining weight can be just as challenging as losing it. Simply eating “anything and everything” often doesn’t work. Experts say strategic nutrition, strength-focused workouts, and consistent habits are key to healthy weight gain. According to […]

🎶 TIWA SAVAGE – THE HIDDEN GEMS 👑 From backup singer to Afrobeats royalty, Tiwa Savage has always been that girl! 💅🏽We know the hits — but what about the underrated songs that show her true depth and artistry? ✨ Dive into 5 of Tiwa’s most emotional and overlooked tracks — including her soulful collab […]

⚖ Kano Court Orders Popular TikTokers To Marry Within 60 Days Over ‘Indecent’ Videos In a surprising judgment, a Sharia Court in Kano State has ordered two popular TikTok content creators to get married within 60 days after they were found guilty of producing and sharing what the court described as “indecent and immoral videos” […]

🎓 Suspended University of Ibadan Students Sue School Administration Over #FeesMustFall Protest A group of suspended students from the University of Ibadan (UI) has filed a lawsuit against the school administration following disciplinary actions taken against them for participating in the #FeesMustFall protest. The affected students claim that their suspension was unjust and violated their […]

📰 BREAKING: Nigeria Police Arrest #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protester in Lagos The Nigeria Police Force has reportedly arrested a protester in Lagos during a peaceful demonstration calling for the release of the detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Eyewitnesses say the protester was among a group of activists who gathered in the city, chanting solidarity songs and […]

Naira Trades in Mid-₦1,400s Officially, Parallel Market Near ₦1,480–₦1,500 — FX Update By Hedgos News International Desk | October 18, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria The Nigerian naira is under continued pressure in foreign-exchange markets, with a pronounced gap between official and parallel (black-market) rates, according to recent market reports. 📌 Key Rate Updates On the […]

22 Sabotage Attempts on Dangote Refinery Lead to Mass Sacking, Company Says By Hednews International Desk | Date: October 18, 2025 | Location: Lagos, Nigeria The privately-owned Dangote Petroleum Refinery has revealed that it documented 22 separate sabotage attempts on its operations since commencement of production, and said these incidents were a key driver behind […]

Heavy Security as Lagos Government Demolishes Over 19 Buildings at Trade Fair Plaza By Hednews International DeskDate: September 26, 2025Location: Ojo, Lagos State, Nigeria In a dramatic enforcement exercise in the early hours of Thursday, the Lagos State Government razed over 19 buildings at the New Mandela Plaza inside the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo, under heavy security […]