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U.S. presents 15-point plan to end the war with Iran with Pakistan acting as an intermediary to deliver the proposal to Tehran, reports say

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U.S. proposes 15-point plan to end Iran war – Reports

U.S. news outlet Axios, citing a source with knowledge of the matter, reported that U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff told…
Iran is easing restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz, saying vessels not deemed hostile against Tehran may pass

World News

Iran eases transit rules in Strait of Hormuz, sets conditions

The Strait of Hormuz has become a flashpoint in the current U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Oil prices fell below the key 100 dollars per barrel mark after U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran was willing to negotiate

World News

Oil falls below $100 following Trump comments about Iran talks

Before the conflict began, Brent had traded between 60 dollars and 70 dollars for several months.
Gov. Yusuf welcomes 8 NNPP defectors to APC

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2027: Kano govt directs political appointees seeking elective positions to resign

According to the circular, the decision is in accordance with Section 88 (1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which regulates…
Sowunmi asks members of opposition to stop criticizing Tinubu's government and not to conflate political setbacks with a collapse democracy.

Politics

“Democracy not weakened because you’re struggling,” Sowunmi tackles opposition

"If ambition is no longer aligning with political reality, the honest course is to acknowledge the limits of one’s journey.…
Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele declares support of Ogun women for re-election of Tinubu and election of Gov Abiodun for Senate in 2027

Politics

2027: Ogun women endorse Tinubu for re-election, Abiodun for Senate

Corroborating political solidarity for the political aspirations of President Tinubu and Governor Abiodun, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social…
Nigeria's ruling APC fixes Thursday for global media briefing on its National Convention scheduled for March 27 to March 28, in Abuja.

Politics

APC to hold world press conference ahead of national convention

APC said that the forthcoming convention represented an important milestone for the party as it continues to strengthen its internal…
Stock Market

Business

Investors gain big as market recoups losses, gains N1.09trn

Airtel Africa, John Holt, Legend Internet and Consolidated Hallmark Holdings led the gainers’ chart by 10 per cent each, settling…
Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu apologises to Nigerians on the current epileptic power situation, assures of improvement within two weeks

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Epileptic power supply: Adelabu begs Nigerians, assures of improvement in 2 weeks

Adelabu attributed the challenge to a shortage of gas supply to power plants, noting that 75 per cent of power…
Police operatives arrest three persons over unlawful possession and sale of suspected human parts in Ibadan, Oyo State

Metro

Oyo: Pastor, Islamic Cleric, motorcyclist arrested over possession of human parts

According to the police spokesperson, the Joseph confessed that he had obtained the suspected human parts from an unknown individual…
Labour Party says it has reserved its presidential ticket for the 2027 presidential election to spirants from Southern Nigeria.

Politics

Labour Party already zoned 2027 presidential ticket to South, says Usman

Usman said while the party’s presidential ticket was open to interested credible aspirants, a decision had been reached to zone…
Edo Govt vows to invoke the full wrath of the law on anyone trying to create ill-conceived crises to disrupt the peace of Okpella town

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Kingship tussle: Edo govt vows to invoke full wrath of law on sponsors of crisis in Okpella

Afegbua who noted that Governor Okpebholo did not interfere with the process, disclosed that the local government representatives were present…
IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu approves new posting for recently elevated Assistant Inspector Generals (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police

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IG Disu approves new deployments for AIGs, CPs in massive re-organization

The postings are in line with the Force’s commitment to an effective command structure and the strategic deployment of personnel…
Contractors vow to storm upcoming APC national convention in Abuja in protest if FG failed to release N150bn unpaid funds in 48 hours

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Contractors threaten to strorm APC convention in protest over delayed payments

The AICAN contractors have staged regular protests in Abuja over unpaid contracts executed in 2024 and 2025.
Police arraign 3 Lagos men for allegedly forging the death certificate of one late Major Taiwo Mutairu Akangbe, in a bid to commit felony.

Metro

Three Lagos men docked for allegedly forging death certificate

The defendants identified as Gloria Agubosim, 37; Olukoya Sunday, 58; and Adeite Solomon, 49 were arraigned on a two-count charge…
INEC unveils the draft 2026 Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties to align with the enactment of the Electoral Act 2026.

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2027: INEC unveils draft guidelines for political parties

Amupitan called on political parties to take special note of Clause 40(4) & (5) of the draft regulation dealing with…
3 men docked over alleged gruesome murder of Kano housewife, 6 children

News

Yelwata massacre: Trial of suspects stalled after defendant slumps in court

Abdullahi who is the 3rd defendant, slumped from his seat and fell to the floor before the commencement of the…
Kaduna Islami cleric, Sheik Ahmad Tijjani Umar says he was not arrested or detained by the DSS contrary to the claim in a post by Peter Obi

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“I’m free, safe,” Sheik Umar counters claim of arrest by Peter Obi

Sheik Umar said "I am speaking to correct the false report being circulated in some quarters. I was not detained…
Kano Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori says over 2000 alleged drug dealers are under police watch list in the state.

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2000 alleged drug dealers on police watch list in Kano – CP

Mr. Bakori also said that police, in collaboration with Kano state government and sister security agencies, have liberated the state…
Edo Court remands Oghomwentiti Best Uwagboe in prison for allegedly attacking official of BEDC Electricity Plc during an official assignment.

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Court sends Edo man to prison for assaulting BEDC staff

In the course of the operation, Uwagboe allegedly became violent, and unlawfully assaulted and damaged the phone of the BEDC…
The story of Denver Nuggets is one of transformation: from a modest franchise with sporadic success to a perennial NBA contender and champion

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The rise of the Denver Nuggets

Everything changed when the Nuggets selected Serbian center Nikola Jokić in the second round of the 2014 draft. He became…
APC begin screening of aspirants for positions in its NWC with the screening of its incumbent National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda.

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APC National Convention: Oyebanji Committee screens Yilwatda

Yilwatda was appointed APC Chairman at the party’s 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, Yilwatda in June 2025…
A grand reception was recently held in honour of Mohammed Usaini Gumel, who recently retired as Police DIG after 30 years of service

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Retired DIG Gumel: Honoured for meritorious service to fatherland

Indeed, for DIG Gumel (rtd), his achievements earned him recognition from traditional leaders, international partners like the UK Metropolitan Police…
Kaduna Islami cleric, Sheik Ahmad Tijjani Umar says he was not arrested or detained by the DSS contrary to the claim in a post by Peter Obi

News

Peter Obi cries out over arrest of Sheik who hosted him in Kaduna

Obi also called for immediate release of the Sheik.
Kwankwasiyya Movement says the presence of politicians across the country in Kano at the 10th Sallah Kalankuwa signals political convergence.

Politics

2027: Kwankwasiyya movement speaks on significance of Obi, Makinde, others presence in Kano

According to Mohammed, the convergence of leaders across party lines underscores evolving political relationships and growing mutual respect among progressive…
Kogi records drop in malaria prevalence — Commissioner

News

Troops arrest top terrorism suspect in Kogi

It would be recalled that states in the northcentral including Kogi have witnessed several security breaches in recent times.
Nigeria must mobilize its resources and efforts to counter extremism and Imams and mosques must acknowledge their critical roles in this

Opinion

Nigeria’s peace blueprint: Deradicalizing extremist ideologies

Education and interfaith dialogue are also essential in challenging extremist narratives and fostering greater understanding between different faiths and communities.
Katsina governor Dikko Radda leads 17 EU envoys to the ancient Kusugu well as part of activities marking 2026 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations

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Katsina’s Radda takes EU envoys to 2,005-year-old Kusugu well

Royal horsemen rode in grand procession, paying traditional homage to the Emir of Daura, while traditional title holders, district heads,…
Police say no victim has reported being raped during the controversial Alue-Do festival in a community in Ozoro town of Delta State.

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Delta: Police say no rape report from Alue-Do festival

The Police spokesperson also said the the Alue-Do festival is a traditional fertility rite, and not designed to promote or…
CBN commits to deepening engagement as Nigeria progresses toward a fully-fledged Inflation Targeting (IT) monetary policy regime.

Business

CBN affirms commitment to inflation targeting monetary policy

The deputy governor said that the transition to an inflation-targeting framework marked a significant shift toward a transparent, forward-looking, and…
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