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WORLDAug 8Nigeria marries 1,500 couples in mass weddingThe government describes the program as a way to support low-income families and promote social stability. Among those married were people who lost family members in violent attacks.DW News [en]
WORLDAug 8Mass wedding in Nigeria sees 1500 couples tie the knotA mass wedding ceremony in Nigeria involved 1500 couples getting married simultaneously. This event highlights a significant social gathering in the region.theadvocate.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 8Why journalism is dying in Nigeria!, By Olayinka OyegbileToday, every unemployed or unemployable journalist wants to carry a ‘dignified’ title of being a publisher, hence the rash of poorly edited and managed online publications in the cyberspace. It has become a case of ‘read one and you’ve read all’; no variety, no nuance, and no depth. News stories now read the same and […] The post Why journalism is dying in Nigeria!, By Olayinka Oyegbile appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 8Out from prison, Nigeria’s Daga bounces backRape accusations can be career-threatening and make life unbearable for a footballer. Remember the recent cases of Benjamin Mendy, the French World Cup winner, and Thomas Partey of Ghana. The post Out from prison, Nigeria’s Daga bounces back appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 8Nigeria VS Cameroon: Justin Madugu and his 200 million assistantsThe truth is, African women’s football has come of age. The gap is closing fast. Who would have thought Nigeria would be needing calculators to qualify from a WAFCON group that has debutants Malawi and Egypt? The post Nigeria VS Cameroon: Justin Madugu and his 200 million assistants appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 8Two Nigerian women held in India after cocaine seizure worth N380mTwo Nigerian women have been taken into custody by railway police in Delhi, India, after officers allegedly recovered 2.28 kilograms of cocaine estimated to be worth about Rs20 crore, roughly N380 million. The post Two Nigerian women held in India after cocaine seizure worth N380m appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 8Alcohol: Nigerian children caught in deadly trapAcross Nigeria, children are exposed to alcohol through friends, social gatherings, but through their homes, relatives and neighbourhood shops The post Alcohol: Nigerian children caught in deadly trap appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 8China Tops Nigeria Summer Travel Destinations – ReportA report indicates that China is the top summer travel destination for Nigerians. This highlights current international travel trends and preferences.leadership.ng · Nigeria
WORLDAug 8When Wealth Raises Questions : 19 Explores Nigeria Culture of Easy Money – THISDAYLIVEThis article explores the cultural phenomenon of 'easy money' in Nigeria and the questions it raises about wealth accumulation. It delves into societal perceptions and issues related to financial gains.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 7Canada updates visa processing times for Nigerians as study permit wait risesNigerians applying to study or travel in Canada are facing longer estimated processing times after Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest temporary residence update. The post Canada updates visa processing times for Nigerians as study permit wait rises appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 7Nigerian man jailed 13 months after high-speed police chase, multiple crashes in UKA 23-year-old Nigerian man has been sentenced to 13 months in prison after admitting to dangerous driving during a high-speed police chase in Northampton, United Kingdom. The post Nigerian man jailed 13 months after high-speed police chase, multiple crashes in UK appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 7Nigeria to host maiden Wheelchair American Football exhibitionIt noted that the upcoming exhibition which would be hosted on Sept. 10, in Lagos, would herald the sport in Nigeria. The post Nigeria to host maiden Wheelchair American Football exhibition appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 7WAFCON 2026: Nigeria-Cameroon, Morocco-South Africa headline blockbuster quarter-finalsFor Cameroon, the quarter-final represents another significant test of their credentials. The post WAFCON 2026: Nigeria-Cameroon, Morocco-South Africa headline blockbuster quarter-finals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 7Nigerian artist transforms ordinary clay into intricate works of artIn his Lagos studio, Nigerian artist Emmanuel Olatunde is transforming the way portraits are painted, using clay sourced from the earth beneath his feet. The 39-year-old artist has developed a unique technique that turns natural clay into paint, using his background in science and his passion for art.France 24 [en]
WORLDAug 7Rodri agent reveals why Spain midfielder chose Barcelona over Real Madrid – The Sun NigeriaThe agent for Spanish midfielder Rodri has revealed the reasons behind his decision to choose Barcelona over Real Madrid. This details a significant transfer choice in professional football.thesun.ng
WORLDAug 7Jessica Oji wins historic World U20 Shot Put gold for NigeriaThe 19-year-old won the women's shot put title early Friday morning in Oregon with a superb throw of 18.08 metres, becoming the first Nigerian to win a world title in a field event at the competition. The post Jessica Oji wins historic World U20 Shot Put gold for Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 6FG backs Miss Nigeria for 75th Miss World pageant"It is my honour to present and send forth Miss Tamunosoye Karibi-George, Miss Nigeria, as the official representative of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Miss World Pageant 2026," the the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, said. The post FG backs Miss Nigeria for 75th Miss World pageant appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 6 Integrity , not shortcuts , will rebuild Nigeria Economy The article discusses that integrity, rather than shortcuts, is seen as crucial for rebuilding Nigeria's economy. This reflects on economic development strategy in a specific country.pmnewsnigeria.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 6Unsung Heroes of Glasgow: The Team Nigeria stars who left without medals but won respectNot every memorable Commonwealth Games story ends with a medal. While Team Nigeria returned from Glasgow with 24 medals and a seventh-place finish, several athletes quietly produced performances that could shape the country's future. The post Unsung Heroes of Glasgow: The Team Nigeria stars who left without medals but won respect appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 6Nigerians to be affected as Canada plans major Express Entry changesCanada is considering major changes to its Express Entry immigration system that could affect Nigerians and other Africans The post Nigerians to be affected as Canada plans major Express Entry changes appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 6Nigerian man jailed 87 months over $1.7m money laundering schemeA Nigerian citizen and U.S. permanent resident, Adedayo Fateru, has been sentenced to 87 months in prison for his role in a money laundering scheme involving approximately $1.7 million in fraud proceeds in the United States. The post Nigerian man jailed 87 months over $1.7m money laundering scheme appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 6Adams, Yoruba monarchs urge diaspora Nigerians to preserve culture, promote unityBy Dapo Akinrefon The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, the Oloro of Oro Kingdom in Kwara State, Oba Joel Oyatoye, and the Olora of Ora Kingdom, Oba Rilwan Yekini, have called on Nigerians in the Diaspora to prioritise the preservation of their culture as a means of sustaining their identity and promoting […] The post Adams, Yoruba monarchs urge diaspora Nigerians to preserve culture, promote unity appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 6Growth must lift Nigerians, other Africans out of poverty — ITUC-Africa•Faults Nigeria’s planned removal of subsidy on electricity  By Victor Ahiuma-Young NAIROBI, Kenya — Organised Labour through the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has called on Nigeria and other African governments to ensure that industrialisation translates into improved living standards for workers and ordinary citizens. According to ITUC-Africa, economic growth must lift Nigerians and other Africans […] The post Growth must lift Nigerians, other Africans out of poverty — ITUC-Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 6Nigerian security forces rescue more than 300 abducteesThe government says the rescue is the country's largest single-day operation by joint security forces.BBC World