Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1628, Tokugawa Mitsukuni, Japanese daimyō (died 1701) was born. In 1897, Salomon August Andrée leaves Spitsbergen to attempt to reach the North Pole by balloon. In 1953, Piyasvasti Amranand, Thai businessman and politician, Thai Minister of Energy was born. In 1968, Esera Tuaolo, American football player was born. In 1974, André Ooijer, Dutch footballer and coach was born. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 1991, Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashes in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, killing all 261 passengers and crew on board. In 1991, Mokhtar Dahari, Malaysian footballer and coach (born 1953) passed away. In 1994, Lucas Ocampos, Argentinian footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Chude Jideonwo & More to Attend the Lagos Launch of Eghosa Imasuen’s “The Challengers”
Lagos is gearing up for a major literary and business event this July! On Monday, 13 July 2026, Narrative Landscape Press will host the highly anticipated public presentation of The Challengers: The Disruptive Nigerian Entrepreneurs Creating a Billion-Naira Company, written by acclaimed novelist and entrepreneur Dr. Eghosa Imasuen. Described as an exclusive literary and business [] The post Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Chude Jideonwo More to Attend the Lagos Launch of Eghosa Imasuen’s “The Challengers” appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 28, 2026
Gowon Urges Support for President Tinubu’s Security Drive
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has called on Nigerians to support the administration of President Bola Tinubu in its efforts to tackle security challenges. Gowon appealed on Saturday in Makurdi, during the grand finale of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Benue State, where he served as the Special Guest [] The post Gowon Urges Support for President Tinubu’s Security Drive appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Vanguard News
· Jul 4, 2026
UNA: Heritage, ambition and next phase of growth
By Dickson Omobola Nigeria’s aviation space was enriched June 18, 2026, when dignitaries converged on Nesto Aviation Services, NESTAV, at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, to join Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, UNA, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, for the official unveiling of two newly acquired Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. Fittingly, the planes were named after Obi of Onitsha, Igwe [] The post UNA: Heritage, ambition and next phase of growth appeared first on Vanguard News.
Dateline Nigeria
· Jul 4, 2026
Tinubu hails Adeniyi on re-election as WCO Council chair
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on his re-election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council. Adeniyi was re-elected during the organisation’s 147th and 148th Council Sessions held in Brussels, Belgium. Tinubu described the re-election as a historic endorsement of Adeniyi’s visionary leadership and The post Tinubu hails Adeniyi on re-election as WCO Council chair appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 6, 2026
NNL: Festus Allen set to take charge at ABS FC
Veteran tactician Festus Allen is set to be named the new head coach of Nigeria National League, NNL, side, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, ABS FC. Allen’s last managerial appointment was with Gateway FC. The trio of Joel Ogundeji, Aremu Solihu and Abdulraheem Bashir will serve as his assistants. Allen is expected to be unveiled by the [] NNL: Festus Allen set to take charge at ABS FC
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Related coverage for "Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Chude Jideonwo & More to Attend the Lagos Launch of Eghosa Imasuen’s “The Challengers”": Voice of Nigeria — Gowon Urges Support for President Tinubu’s Security Drive. Vanguard News — UNA: Heritage, ambition and next phase of growth. Dateline Nigeria — Tinubu hails Adeniyi on re-election as WCO Council chair. Daily Post Nigeria — NNL: Festus Allen set to take charge at ABS FC