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NIS introduces new passport tracking update for applicants

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has rolled out a new update to its passport tracking system to help applicants monitor…
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Alaafin ‘handshake snub’ misunderstood – Olubadan finally speaks

“When you arrive late at a mosque, you don’t walk around greeting people while prayers are ongoing. You wait and…
TUC

TUC calls ‘no work, no pay’ directive intimidation, not policy

The congress demanded that the circular be withdrawn without conditions, all withheld salaries reinstated, and negotiations resumed within seven days.
Edo Assembly Ad hoc Committees direct Gov. Monday Okpebholo to take over MOWAA and Radisson Blu Hotel, say projects funded with state's money

I will transform Edo in two years, Okpebholo vows

“In the next two years, you will see many changes in Benin City. Development will cut across the board.”
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FG earmarks $500m to enhance food security

The programme is anchored and supported by the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU), Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food…
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$20m Fraud trial: Court fixes date for Ponle’s arraignment

The EFCC prosecutor did not oppose the request, prompting the court to adjourn the case to April 13, 2026, for…
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Kwankwaso sets tough conditions before any possible move to APC

He referenced past experiences where alliances led to abandonment after contributions to government formation, questioning whether the APC had genuinely…
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Dele Momodu dumps PDP, joins ADC

Momodu, a close political ally of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, is among prominent opposition figures championing the formation of…
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Tinubu mourns Newswatch Co-founder Yusuf Mohammed

The President recalled that Mohammed founded Newswatch in 1984 alongside Dele Giwa, Dan Agbese and Ray Ekpu, a partnership that…
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Uganda breaks silence on internet shutdown ahead of elections

Ugandans are set to head to the polls on Thursday in an election widely expected to hand President Yoweri Museveni…
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LASEPA shuts 244 hotels, churches, mosques, others over environmental violations

“During the year under review, LASEPA carried out 244 enforcement actions across households, markets, hotels, warehouses, service centres, churches and…
Gov. Ododo mourns Yakubu Muhammed

Kogi Gov. Ododo mourns co-founder of Newswatch, Yakubu Mohammed

“His love for Kogi State was evident in his commitment to its growth and his willingness to serve in different…
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Tinubu mourns Yakubu Mohammed

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the family of Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed, veteran journalist and co-founder of Newswatch Magazine,…
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Masquerade detained over alleged attack in Anambra

The Anambra Police Command says it has detained a masquerade, allegedly involved in unprovoked violent attacks on residents of Awgbu…
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‘Onabanjo, a woman of impact’, says Sanwo-Olu

“Mama Onabanjo lived a fulfilled and impactful life. She was a devoted teacher for over two decades and touched many…
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Sanwo-Olu mourns Newswatch co-founder Yakubu Mohammed

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Wednesday, described the death of renowned journalist and Newswatch Magazine co-founder, Alhaji Yakubu…
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Kwankwaso denies endorsing Gov Yusuf’s defection to APC

Speculation had intensified in recent days that Governor Yusuf was finalising plans to leave the NNPP for the APC, with…
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38 AAU students to be released – Edo govt

The Edo State Government has confirmed that 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, arrested during last weekend’s unrest,…
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How Flexible Payment Options Make Exploring South African Cities Easier

If you are looking to travel through South Africa and explore the major cities, it is crucial to be as…
NNPP urges Kwankwaso and his Kwankwasiya Movement to stop distracting Governor Abba Yusuf and allow him to continue his good works in Kano.

NNPP to Gov. Yusuf: You don’t need Kwankwaso’s permit to join APC

The NNPP statement was coming on the background of a statement by Kwankwaso’s Spokesman, Mr Ladipo Johnson that his principal…
Police said the parcel allegedly containing 113.93 grams of gold worth over N20m was sent to a recipient in Minna, Niger State from Abuja

Niger: Driver, one other arrested over missing N20m gold consignment

On reaching the park, the recipient met the driver offloading the vehicle with the second suspect, and when asked for…
Bago said the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were using Kainji Lake as their camp

Bago orders Kainji lake residents to leave ahead of expected military action

Bago said that the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were…
Wike

Wike approves promotion of 2,000 FCTA, FCDA workers

Ezeh explained that the members of staff who cut across 165 cadres, were promoted after a Computer-Based Test held on…
3 men docked over alleged gruesome murder of Kano housewife, 6 children

Jos man jailed after pleading guilty to enticing married woman

The prosecutor further told the court that during a police investigation, the accused person confessed to have committed the offence…
Lai Mohammed said his strategy enables the APC to reconnect with undecided voters and neutralise misinformation ahead of the election.

Lai Mohammed: My two-pronged strategy that helped Tinubu won 2023 election

The former minister further argued: “Apart from disseminating information, the innovation of the Scorecard Series also shifted the dynamics of…
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How Luther Badejo facilitated rape of transgender patient in psychiatric ward

A British-Nigerian man, Luther Badejo, is on trial for allegedly helping in the rape of a transgender patient in an…
Police

Why we are not disclosing details of US airstrikes – Nigeria Police

“We engage a lot in intelligence gathering, not just intelligence sharing. As the Police Force, we know certain things about…
Fire

Fire consumes fuel truck, motorcycles, filling station in Oyo

Akinwade said that personnel of the agency were able to completely extinguish the fire and prevented it from spreading to…
Newswatch Magazine - Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed

Newswatch Magazine co-founder Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed is dead

Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed, a co-founder of the now-defunct Newswatch Magazine, has died at the age of 75, less than two…
Tinubu assured members of the armed forces that his government would continue to match their sacrifices with concrete support.

Tinubu: I’m committed to supporting military to achieve lasting peace in Nigeria

The president paid glowing tributes to the fallen heroes who paid the supreme prices in defence of the nation, noting…