By our Reporter A UK court has sentenced a 40-year-old man, Adedapo Adegbola, to life
By our Reporter The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a man, Gafaru Rasaki, for
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered the Democratic leadership alliance
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By our Reporter A UK court has sentenced a 40-year-old man, Adedapo Adegbola, to life imprisonment for the murder of his former girlfriend, 23-year-old university student, Steph Irons, in Nottingham,
By our Reporter The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced the launch of free online English-language courses aimed at boosting professional skills and expanding career opportunities for learners. The
By our Reporter Mr. Yoweri Museveni, Uganda's longest-serving president, has been declared the winner of the country’s presidential election, extending his four-decade grip on power amid strong objections from the
By Our Reporter Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea’s former President,has been sentenced to five years in prison after a court found him guilty of obstruction of justice. The Seoul Central
By our Reporter The Federal Government has engaged a United States lobbying firm in a $9 million contract to help communicate its efforts at protecting Christians in Nigeria to the
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has expanded its lexicon to include several Nigerian-origin words, reflecting the growing global influence of Nigeria’s language, culture, and cuisine. The December 2025 update, released
By our Reporter Canadian authorities have issued a wanted notice for a Nigerian national, Oghenemaro Dave Ejerua, following allegations that he assaulted vulnerable adults at a group home in Toronto.
By our Reporter Nigeria secured a place in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage after edging Tunisia 3–2 in a tense Group C encounter played in Fes on Saturday.
By our Reporter The Federal Government has confirmed ongoing security and intelligence cooperation between Nigeria and the United States following airstrikes that hit terrorist targets in Nigeria’s North West. “This
By our Reporter Nigeria kicked off their AFCON 2025 campaign with 2-1 victory defeating Tanzania in a match full of drama and late chances. Hull City defender Semi Ajayi put
By our Reporter The United States has announced a partial suspension of visa issuance for Nigerian nationals, effective January 1, 2026, following a new presidential proclamation on border and national
By our Reporter The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a limited-time incentive to encourage undocumented migrants to voluntarily leave the country during the holiday season. In
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By our Reporter Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has denied a report claiming that the Federal Government has paused the issuance
By our Reporter Nestle has expanded its recall of specific infant formula batches from Europe to countries in Africa, the Americas, and Asia over potential contamination with cereulide, a toxin
By our Reporter KPMG has identified several shortcomings in Nigeria’s new tax laws, warning that errors, inconsistencies, omissions, and gaps could undermine their intended objectives unless urgently reviewed. In a
By our Reporter The Lagos State Government has approved a three-month discount window for motorists to replace faded and unreadable vehicle number plates, as part of efforts to improve road
By our Reporter The Nigeria Customs Service has commenced the implementation of a new framework granting safe passage to personal vehicles temporarily imported or transiting through the country by international
By our Reporter The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the January 1, 2026, commencement of Nigeria’s landmark tax reforms, dismissing calls for further delays. Following a high-level meeting
By Adesile Oluwatosin The Nigerian Railway Corporation has commenced 50% Slash in fee for train ride on all its passenger services, the sparklight news can authoritatively confirm the development. On
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun The Federal Government has officially declared December 25, December 26, and January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations. The
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to around ₦835 per litre in
By our Reporter The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has banned Indomie Noodles Vegetable Flavour following the discovery of undeclared allergens, specifically milk and eggs,
By our Reporter The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued final operating licences to 82 Bureaux De Change under its revised regulatory framework, cautioning the public against dealing with unlicensed
By our Reporter As part of effort to celebrate people of excellence and outstanding contributions across various professional fields, Sparklight News has unveiled the recipients of its 2025 Awards, with
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YAURI RIGATA CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS CANCELLED
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun One of the oldest, prestigious marine shows in Nigeria, the Yauri Rigata cultural festival has been cancelled for the year 2026. The annual festival was expected to
Tyla beats Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr to win best African music performance in 2026 Grammys
By our Reporter Tyla, South African singer, has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, beating Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr in
FG to Begin 2026 Detty December Planning in March — Minister
By our Reporter Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy, has disclosed that the Federal Government will begin preparations for the 2026 Detty December festivities as early as
LAGOS SET TO HOST 9TH AFRIMA AWARDS
By our Reporter The Lagos State Government is set to host the ninth edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) to enhance the growth of the music ecosystem in
Yobe Hisbah Bans Men-women Interaction, Private Chats In Vehicles And Public Spaces
By our Reporter The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has issued a public notice prohibiting activities it considers contrary to Sharia law, especially during festive periods. In a statement dated December
“I Have Already Moved on From Davido” — Sophia Momodu tells Fans
By our Reporter Sophia Momodu has issued a stern warning to fans and social media users who continue to refer to her as Davido’s wife. During a recent live session,
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The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, has addressed the circulating discussions on social media regarding the tragic death of Ms. Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, popularly known as Nanya, who passed
Without firm commitment, Nigeria has continued to merely lend its voice to the international campaign to end HIV/AIDS. While the country joins governments, partners, and communities worldwide to observe World
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun The Federal Government is mobilising and equipping young medical professionals to serve as National health fellows that will drive a new generation of leaders for the health
The UK has implemented a nationwide ban on junk food advertising on television before 9pm and online at any time, targeting foods high in fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) to
By our Reporter No fewer than six persons have been confirmed dead, while two others sustained severe injuries in a road acc+dent at NASFAT Junction along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The
By our Reporter The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against the sale and use of counterfeit Kiss condoms in markets across the
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun Sokoto State Government has warned Communities affected by insecurity to desist from visiting Areas hit by explosives in order to avoid serious health implications. This is contained
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun The Speaker of the house of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has launched AI-enabled healthcare services to improve access to medical care for persons with disabilities.The programme,
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun Tension gripped the Bayelsa state capital of Yenagoa on Thursday after the Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo reportedly collapsed and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre. The
By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark the World HIV Day, the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), has called for local investment
By our Reporter Dr. Benjamin Oluwatosin Olowojebutu, first Vice President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), paid a courtesy visit to the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), accompanied by
By our Reporter Prof. Muhammad Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, says patient satisfaction with Nigerian healthcare services currently stands at 74%. Speaking at the 2025 Joint Annual
