News

Lagos shuts Access Bank over raw sewage discharge scandal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

13 minutes ago

The Lagos State Government has sealed another branch of Access Bank over environmental violations involving the discharge of untreated waste…

Sanwo-Olu pledges transparency in $500m HOPE Programme Implementation

Kazeem Ugbodaga

36 minutes ago

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability in the implementation of the $500…

Killings: COAS Shaibu deploys more troops to calm tension in Plateau

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 hour ago

By Ayorinde Oluokun The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the immediate deployment of additional troops…

Gov. Radda celebrates renowned journalist Babajide Otitoju at 60

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 hours ago

He commended Otitoju's courage in tackling topical issues without fear or favor.

Plateau killings: Tinubu directs arrest of perpetrators, promises 5000-camera network for security

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 hours ago

President Tinubu pledged that the government will do everything possible to ensure justice is served and provide comfort for the…

Stop blaming Tinubu, INEC for your woes, Presidency blasts ADC

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 hours ago

The Presidency has asked the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to stop blaming President Bola Tinubu and the Independent National Electoral…

Yiaga Africa faults INEC on planned voter revalidation exercise

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 hours ago

Yiaga Africa said introducing a nationwide revalidation exercise risks overwhelming the system, confusing voters and potentially suppressing participation, especially among…

Ponzi scheme operator Theophilus Ebonyi loses hotel, other choice properties, cash to FG

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 hours ago

EFCC had proved in court that a Keystone Bank account number, 1011795156, belonging to the second respondent, Theobarth Global Foundation…

Police smash Lagos cybercrime syndicate, nab 3 suspects

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 hours ago

The AIG said all three suspects admitted to playing different roles in a coordinated cyber fraud network involving romance scams,…

Why I ran back to PDP after few weeks in APC – Ombugadu

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 hours ago

Ombugadu, who contested the 2019 and 2023 governorship elections on the PDP platform had recently announced his defection to the…

Sowore to pay N1.5m as court dismisses suit against DSS, Meta

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 hours ago

Although a sum of N5 million naira each was requested, the judge awarded the sum of N500, 000 each against…

EFCC: Why 57 properties linked to Malami should be permanently forfeited to FG

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 hours ago

Justice Emeka Nwite, had, on Jan. 6, ordered the interim forfeiture of the 57 properties suspected to be proceeds of…

ECOWAS opens recruitment portal for key positions

Femi Fabunmi

7 hours ago

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has started recruiting for different job positions across its institutions.

ADC: Obidient Movement demands resignation of Amupitan, announces #OccupyINEC protests

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 hours ago

"The Obidient Movement remains committed to a Nigeria where institutions are strong, elections are credible, and leadership reflects the true…

Tinubu, Chad’s Idriss Déby discuss security, others in Aso Rock

Ayorinde Oluokun

8 hours ago

Nigeria and Chad, key stakeholders in the Lake Chad Basin, have continued to collaborate in addressing shared security challenges.

Police commissioner lectures varsity students, lecturers on personal safety

Ayorinde Oluokun

8 hours ago

The lecture delivered at the University's auditorium was part of activities, marking the 2026 National Police Day, with a series…

Edo: CRPP backs protest against hardship, calls for Okpebholo’s resignation

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 hours ago

Youths and other residents numbering several hundred on Wednesday staged a huge protest against several issues ranging from hike in…

Why INEC derecognised ADC leadership – APC

Michael Adesina

11 hours ago

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to derecognize the leadership of the…

High Cost of Housing could hinder inclusivity, economic growth – NESG Boss Warns

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 hours ago

The Lagos State government has been urged to weigh in on the current high rise housing cost particularly for low-income…

Sen. Kingibe wins court nod to remain active in ADC

Michael Adesina

11 hours ago

A Federal High Court in Abuja has refused an attempt to stop Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the affairs…

Lagos targets 50,000 residents in bold skills drive

Paul Dada

11 hours ago

“If global companies like Google require tens of thousands of digital engineers, security experts or coders, Lagos must be ready…

Nigerian couple jailed for baby trafficking

Michael Adesina

11 hours ago

The convicts, Esther Ini Udo, 32, and Eyo Stephen Udo, 34, were sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment each by a…

From 10,000 to 1,000 Litres: Nigerians cut fuel usage amid price surge

Femi Fabunmi

11 hours ago

The increase in petrol prices is part of a wider rise in energy costs affecting multiple sectors in Nigeria. For…

ADC: We’ll defy INEC, proceed with conventions

Michael Adesina

12 hours ago

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has insisted it will proceed with its planned congresses and national convention despite the position…

CRPP backs Edo protest, demands Okpebholo’s resignation

Paul Dada

12 hours ago

"CRPP supports Wednesday's peaceful protest by citizens in Benin to draw the attention of the state and federal governments to…

Tinubu names new PTDF chief, extends TCN boss’ term

Paul Dada

12 hours ago

The President expects him to leverage his wealth of experience to reposition the PTDF for greater impact in human capital…

Zenith Carex CEO accused of sending employee who demanded unpaid salaries to prison

Michael Adesina

13 hours ago

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Carex International Limited, Adelana Olamilekan, has been accused of orchestrating the…

Fresh hope for farmers as World Bank unveils $500m Plan

Femi Fabunmi

14 hours ago

The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to support smallholder farmers in Nigeria

Blord remanded in Kuje prison after VeryDarkMan raises identity misuse claims

Femi Fabunmi

14 hours ago

Blord remanded in Kuje prison after VeryDarkMan raises identity misuse claims

Why I’ll work with Malami, El-Rufai despite corruption allegations – Obi

Michael Adesina

14 hours ago

ADC chieftain Peter Obi has said he is willing to work with members of his party, including those facing corruption…

1 2 3 … 6,763 Next »