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Jonathan moves against defections, calls for electoral reform

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has renewed calls for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s electoral system, stressing the need for transparency in…

Osun govt reveals next step on jailed monarch, Apetu of Ipetumodu

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The Osun State Government has disclosed that it will obtain the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment that sent…

Two children killed, 17 injured in Minneapolis school shooting, female shooter dead

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Westman, armed with a rifle, shotgun, and pistol, all legally purchased, targeted the congregation, striking children and elderly attendees seated…

President Tinubu urged to ignore ‘sponsored’ protests against NNPCL boss — NFI

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Nigeria First Initiative, NFI, has called on President Bola Tinubu to ignore what it described as sponsored protests demanding the…

Bloody Lagos clash: Three dead as Police hunt wanted land-grabber

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

According to Hundeyin, preliminary investigations and prima facie evidence point squarely to Ariori as the mastermind of the violent clash…

Alert! Bombs to rock Eko Atlantic City Thursday

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Residents, workers, and visitors in the area are advised to remain calm, continue their lawful activities, and refrain from panicking…

Respond to corruption allegations, NTI tells NNPCL boss Ojulari

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

A group, the Nigerian Transparency Initiative (NTI), has told the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company…

London tragedy: Man kills woman who offered him shelter, pleads guilty

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Police were first called to Coulter Road at 22:13hrs on 9 February after reports of a man forcing entry into…

Gold fever in Gwagwalada: FG storms site, shuts down illegal mining hub

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Commander of the Mining Marshals, ACC John Onoja, confirmed that his team had established 24-hour surveillance over the affected sites…

KWASU lecturers stage protest

Isa Isawade

7 months ago

"We have written several letters to the governor reminding him of his promise. We plead with him to pay us.…

Tinubu targets 7m youths for digital literacy in 2 years

Isa Isawade

7 months ago

“This national learning platform is targeted for seven million young Nigerians with digital and vocational skills and aim to create…

Election commission faults media report on unpaid workers

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

In a statement on Wednesday, the Head of Public Affairs, Tope Ojo, said the report making such allegations was misleading.

Massive drug haul in Adamawa as NDLEA arrests over 100 suspects

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded massive breakthroughs in Adamawa, with over 100 suspects arrested and nearly…

University of Ibadan concludes 2025/2026 Post-UTME, 14,000 candidates battle for limited admission slots

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

For several candidates, the completion of the Post-UTME marked the beginning of an anxious wait for the release of results…

NECO releases important information on recruitment

Isa Isawade

7 months ago

The examination body made the disclaimer in a statement released by its spokesperson, Azeez Sani, in Abuja on Wednesday.

Bloody clash rocks popular Lagos market, 2 feared dead

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

A violent clash on Wednesday threw Lagos Island’s popular Balogun market into chaos, leaving at least two persons feared dead.

Tinubu replies critics: Why I visited Brazil, the gains

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

The President highlighted that his administration is deliberately courting global partnerships to unlock Nigeria’s potential in manufacturing, technology, and cultural…

Edo govt, NLC headed for clash over caretaker committee

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

A fresh crisis is brewing between the Edo State Government and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) as both sides prepare…

From Scandal to Prison: Why top Eq. Guinea official Baltasar bags jail term

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Baltasar Ebang Engonga, once a powerful figure in Equatorial Guinea’s financial system, is trading his executive chair for a prison…

Hamisu Yusuf jailed over N3.4m job scam

Isa Isawade

7 months ago

Earlier, the EFCC Prosecution Counsel, Precious Onyeneho, told the court that the defendant dishonestly collected the sum of N1.7 million…

I take responsibility for Abuja-Kaduna train derailment — Kayode Opeifa

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The derailment occurred on Tuesday morning shortly after the Abuja-Kaduna train departed the Federal Capital Territory at about 11 a.m.…

2027: Wike’s camp fires back at PDP over zoning decision

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The camp of Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) decision to zone its…

Floods, landslides kill 30 in India

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

At least 30 people have been killed after floods and landslides, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, battered India’s Himalayan region…

2027: Makinde capable of contesting for PDP ticket against Obi, Jonathan

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Obi who is a member of Labour party and part of the ADC opposition coalition has reputedly indicated that he…

Nigeria’s Dantsoho elected vice-president of International Association for Ports & Harbours

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has been elected Vice-President for Africa of the International…

Bid for N50m ransom foiled as police rescue 3 children, nab their abductors in Kaduna

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

“During interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime and revealed that he conspired with Ibrahim Ma’aruf (18yrs) and Abubakar Sadiq…

Vigilante operative killed as gunmen abduct couple, daughter in Katsina

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The gunmen armed with dangerous weapons attacked the residence of Anas Ahmadu at about 3a.m. on Tuesday.

Who are the 5 Nigerians behind the $45m US scam?

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

In yet another shameful blow to Nigeria’s image abroad, five Nigerians have been unmasked as the brains behind an international…

NSCDC operatives nab teenager with hard-drugs in Katsina

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

By Abbas Bamalli A 18-year-old boy identified as Hamza Ahmed has been arrested with hard-drugs by operatives of the Nigeria…

Int’l Youth Day: Dangote restates commitment to empowerment

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Addressing staff and guests at the plant, the Chief General Manager and Head of Production, Mr. John Gwong described youths…

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