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Aiyedatiwa sacks all aides, plans 1,000 fresh political appointments

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

The government expressed appreciation to the affected aides for their contributions and wished them well in their future endeavours.

Lagos businessman Idowu jailed 30 years over $62,500, €36,020 fraud

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

In another count, the court heard that the defendants also converted €36,020, being funds for the purchase and shipment of…

Nigeria Vs Jordan: Super Eagles’ goalie, Okoye ruled out of Tuesday’s encounter

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

The 26-year-old had featured in Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Iran last Friday, putting in a solid performance between the sticks.

Tuggar resigns as Foreign Affairs Minister to pursue Bauchi governorship

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

Tuggar, 59, is a seasoned diplomat and organisational analyst who previously served as Nigeria’s ambassador to Germany. He has also…

Tinubu makes fresh appointments, names CAC chairman, seven commissioners

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

Ida, who represented Katsina Central in the Senate, holds a Master’s degree in Banking and Finance from the University of…

MIddle East Tension: Nigeria emerges top beneficiary as global oil market shifts

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

Due to the conflict, buyers in Europe and Asia are turning to Africa for oil. This is because African supplies…

Shettima lauds TVC’s Kolade-Otitoju for nurturing tradition of critical engagement with ‘Journalists Hangout’

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

Senator Shettima underscored what the tradition of critical thinking does to a nation, noting that it disciplines public conversation, saves…

Nigeria at dangerous crossroads, Christian leaders demand emergency on insecurity, economy

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

“It is unacceptable for electoral outcomes to contradict the clear will of the people,” Oritsejafor said, urging Nigerians to vote…

WAEC 2026 WASSCE Timetable Out: Exams Start April 21

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the timetable for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)…

Breaking: Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso officially joins ADC

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

The development confirms earlier indications of his defection following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), which he…

Mutfwang calls for calm amidst rising tension in Jos

Abimbola Aderinola

2 days ago

The governor called on the residents not to take the law into their hands, acknowledging the pain from the tragic…

Police confirm 26 dead, 3 injured from attack on Jos community

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

Gunmen on Sunday night invaded the community in a commando-style attack, leaving dozens dead and some injured.

‘Fake news,’ Fani-Kayode reacts to report of Germany rejecting his ambassadorial appointment

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

“Fake news everywhere 🤣. These opposition elements are so pained by my appointment and they are doing everything to discredit…

Mark, Amaechi, others in Kano ahead of Kwankwaso’s defection

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

The high-powered delegation includes the ADC National Chairman and former Senate President, David Mark; former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Waziri…

‘I hate you’, Skales explodes at Bashir Ahmad over American preacher

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

“Are people dying or not?… you and the former president were part of Nigeria’s problem… I hate you… I wish…

Visa restrictions temporary, subject to ongoing review – U.S.

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

The United States Mission in Nigeria has clarified that visa restrictions are not permanent, noting that travel policies remain under…

Embattled PDP faction drags INEC-recognised leadership to S’Court

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

“We have taken this battle to the Supreme Court for the determination of all the issues relating to the leadership…

Protest erupts in South Africa as Nigerian Solomon Ogbonna ‘crowned king’

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

Protesters, including members of ActionSA, the Patriotic Alliance (PA), civic group March and March, as well as traditional leaders, took…

2027: How we plan to break Peter Obi’s influence – APC

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

“If you come to the South-East and you see what happened in the last election, it was the ground zero…

Army neutralises terrorist, nab logistics couriers in Kogi

Abimbola Aderinola

2 days ago

The Nigerian Army has announced that its troops of 12 Brigade, have recorded significant successes in Kogi by successfully neutralising…

Telecom users to get airtime refunds for poor network – NCC

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

The regulator added that it will continue to ensure telecom companies improve their networks, expand capacity, and meet growing demand.

Tragedy as tipper crushes 9-year-old girl to death in Ondo

Abimbola Aderinola

2 days ago

The PPRO said the vehicle was recovered for inspection, while investigation was ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

U.S. Vs Iran: Market survey shows sharp increase in food prices

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

Another seller said they are struggling to balance making profit and keeping prices affordable.

Anguwan Rukuba Killings: Deadly attack forces University of Jos to postpone examinations

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

The school management advised both students and staff to stay indoors and be careful due to ongoing security concerns

2027: Zulum dissolves Borno executive council

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

The governor has directed all commissioners to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to the permanent secretaries on…

Atiku reacts to claims that he has quit active politics

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

The former Vice President said the falsehood that he has pulled out from politics "bears all the hallmarks of a…

‘God told me to marry him,’ woman defends wedding to autistic man

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

“When the announcement was made last week, I didn’t pay attention at first. I was like, ‘What is this?’ Not…

Saraki: Wike-backed convention clear signal that PDP is alive, kicking

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

Saraki urged the newly elected National Working Committee (NWC) to prioritise a transparent candidate selection process and a robust membership…

522 Nigerians stranded in Niger Republic return home

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

The returnees conveyed in 12 luxurious buses arrived at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano at about 5:10…

Plateau: Unijos reschedules exams as tension rises over gunmen attack

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

The Plateau Government imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area (LGA) following the attack

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