The Yobe State Hisbah Board has stopped a planned Colour Festival in Damaturu, citing Islamic teachings and public morality. WengGlobal examines the decision, its legal basis, public reactions, and the broader implications for religious governance and cultural expression in northern Nigeria.
Month: August 2026
Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi Swears in Six New Aides, Charges Team to Accelerate Inclusive Development!
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has sworn in six new aides, urging teamwork, accountability, and dedicated public service to accelerate governance, development, and economic growth across the state.
Kefeeโs Widower Teddy Don-Momoh Suffers Fresh Tragedy as Wife Dies Weeks After Welcoming First Child!
Teddy Don-Momoh, widower of late gospel singer Kefee, has lost his wife Lara Kudayisi Don-Momoh just weeks after the birth of their first child. Wengglobal reports on the tragedy, public reactions, and the family’s latest loss with balanced, factual coverage.
Makinde Slams Tinubuโs Economic Reforms, Urges Nigerians to Back APM Ahead of 2027 Elections!
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde criticises President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, including fuel subsidy removal and naira liberalisation, while rallying support for APM ahead of the 2027 elections. Wengglobal examines the political and economic implications.
Nigerian Army Appoints Major General Auwalu Mahmuda as New General Officer Commanding 2 Division in Oyo!
Major General Auwalu Mahmuda has assumed office as the new General Officer Commanding of the Nigerian Army’s 2 Division in Ibadan, Oyo State. Discover the significance of the leadership transition, his priorities, and its implications for Nigeria’s security operations in this comprehensive Wengglobal report.
Soludo Calls for Stronger Inter-State Collaboration to Drive Investment, Create Jobs Across Nigeria!
Anambra Governor Charles Soludo urges Nigerian states to strengthen collaboration to attract investment, create jobs, and accelerate economic growth as improving macroeconomic stability presents new opportunities for investors across Nigeria.
Nigerian Navy Foils Pirate Attack in Akwa Ibom, Rescues Three Passengers in Renewed Maritime Security Push!
The Nigerian Navy rescued three passengers from a pirate attack in Akwa Ibom, highlighting renewed efforts to strengthen maritime security, protect Nigeria’s waterways, and combat piracy across the Gulf of Guinea.
Ex-Lawmaker Appeals Sole Conviction After Acquittal on 10 of 11 Corruption Charges in Abuja!
Former lawmaker Onamusi Onadeko has appealed his sole conviction after an FCT High Court acquitted him on 10 of 11 corruption-related charges. Wengglobal examines the legal implications, appeal process, and significance for Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts.
UK Opens Applications for 2026 Chevening Scholarships: Nigerian Graduates Invited to Apply for Fully Funded Master’s Degrees!
The United Kingdom has opened applications for the 2026 Chevening Scholarships, offering Nigerians the opportunity to pursue fully funded master’s degrees at leading UK universities. Learn about eligibility, benefits, application requirements, and what prospective scholars need to know.
Obii Okafor Makes History as First African Woman to Receive Prestigious UK Telecoms Industry Honour!
Nigerian technology leader Obii Okafor makes history as the first African woman to receive a prestigious UK telecoms industry honour, marking a major milestone for African representation, women in STEM and global technology leadership.
FG Begins Training of 4,000 Tractor Operators to Accelerate Agricultural Mechanisation!
The Federal Government has commenced the training of 4,000 tractor operators as part of its agricultural mechanisation drive aimed at boosting food security, increasing farm productivity, creating jobs, and modernising Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
Campaign with your scorecard, Dele Momodu tells Tinubu ahead of 2027 election!
Dele Momodu urges President Bola Tinubu to campaign for the 2027 presidential election based on his administration’s performance, saying Nigerians will ultimately judge his scorecard at the polls.
It’s ‘Armed Robbery,’ Frank Edoho Slams Soaring Lagos Real Estate Prices!
Frank Edoho has described Lagos’ soaring real estate prices as “armed robbery,” sparking nationwide debate over housing affordability, luxury property costs and Nigeria’s growing housing crisis.
๐ก๐๐ฅ๐๐ ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฐ๐๐น๐๐บ ๐ณ๐๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น, ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ป๐ ๐ฝ๐๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ฎ๐ด๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ฎ๐บ๐!
NERDC has disowned a fake appeal seeking public donations for the 2026/2027 curriculum implementation, warning Nigerians to ignore the fraudulent message and verify information through official channels.
๐ข๐๐๐ป ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐น๐น: ๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐น๐ฒ๐ธ๐ฒโ๐ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ ๐๐ฟ๐ด๐ฒ๐ ๐๐๐ฃ ๐๐ผ ๐ด๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ, ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ณ๐๐น ๐ฒ๐น๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป!
Ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election, Governor Ademola Adeleke’s campaign council has urged the Inspector-General of Police to guarantee a peaceful, impartial and violence-free electoral process while calling for professionalism from security agencies.