BREAKING: Second US Aircraft shot down during dramatic F-15 rescue over Iran

Follow Us: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
LATEST SCORES:
Loading live scores...

News

Spotify says there has been a significant surge in heartbreak song streams in Nigeria during Valentine’s Day season in the past two years

Valentine: Spotify reveals massive surge in heartbreak music streams in Nigeria

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa, revealed this trend in a statement released on Thursday in Lagos. Okumu…
Police arraign eight men for alleged cultism, attack on police station

Judgement day set for Benjamin Ogudoro who allegedly burnt wife, In-law to death

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The prosecution said the incident happened on April 1, 2022, about 3.30 a.m, at House 5, Zone 7, Oteyi Garden…
South-West Governors

South-West Governors to unleash Joint Security Task Force to crush crime

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

They encouraged students across the region to take full advantage of it, stating, “We applaud the Federal Government for implementing…
Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja orders a stay of execution of the judgment sacking the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland , Ahmed-Anaje.

Court stays execution of judgement sacking Ohinoyi of Ebiraland

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The traditional ruler was removed by Justice Salisu in his judgment in a case filed by Daudu Adeku-Ojiah, Hussain Yusuf…

Group demands total scrapping of 4% FOB charge by NCS

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The Centre for Transparency and Defence of Human Rights has demanded for a total scrapping of the proposed 4% Free-on-Board…
Could Nigeria Come to Represent One of Africa's Tech Hubs?

Could Nigeria come to represent one of Africa’s tech hubs?

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

When most people think of the world's major global technology hubs, they don't often think of the West African nation…
Court discharges, acquits former Director-General of the NBC, Ishaq Kawu, of the alleged N2.5 billion corruption charge.

N2.5bn fraud trial: Court frees ex-NBC DG Ishaq Kawu, others

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Kawu was arraigned in 2019, alongside Lucky Omoluwa and Dipo Onifade, Chairman of Pinnacle Communications Limited and the Chief Operating…
APC plotting to seize power through the back door in Osun - Adeleke

“APC plotting to destabilize Osun”, Adeleke raises alarm

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Adeleke, in a statement by Rasheed Olawale, his spokesperson on Thursday said he has "credible reports of a sinister plot…
Ribadu who spoke at the inauguration of US-Nigeria Joint Working Group said the cooperation has translated into tangible operational gains

“They can go to Hell!” – NSA Ribadu slams Canada over visa denial to CDS, others

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Ribadu's outrage followed revelations by Gen. Musa, who disclosed that he and several senior officers were denied visas despite being…
Lagos

Lagos tightens safety measures in Model Colleges, declares student protection non-negotiable

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

He noted that the Lagos State Safety Commission has been working tirelessly to ensure that all schools in the state…
Southwest Governors

Breaking: South-West Governors in high-stakes closed-door meeting in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

At the top of the agenda are key regional issues, including agriculture, food security, economic collaboration, security strategies, and the…
Deputy Reps Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu emphasizes says multilateralism must accommodate the pressing needs of developing countries

Deputy Speaker seeks Permanent UN Security Council seat for Nigeria

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Representing Nigeria at the Heads of Parliaments meeting on Tuesday at the United Nations Headquarters, New York, United States of…
Okpebholo

Food production: Okpebholo launches back-to-farm initiative

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"My administration will provide you with equipment, fertilizers and support with resources to farm and produce food for the nation."
Murtala Muhammed

Honouring a Legacy: MMF unveils bold plans for Murtala Muhammed’s 50th posthumous Anniversary

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

To underscore his impact, MMF is organising high-level discussions featuring distinguished statesmen, governance experts, and nation-builders from across the world.
How I invested N56.35m in a non-existent business - Patience Abel

How I invested N56.35m in a non-existent business – Patience Abel

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

"The total amount I invested was N56,350,000 and to be paid back N74,750,000.00 in three weeks as soon as the…
Al-Sheikh Al-Sayyid Afeefuddin Al-Jailani

Islamic scholar Sheikh Afeefuddin set to lead prayers for Nigeria in Lagos

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The Aljamahatul Qadiriyah Islamic Movement of Lagos State has invited world-renowned Islamic scholar and spiritual leader, Al-Sheikh Al-Sayyid Afeefuddin Al-Jailani,…
Fashion designer

Fashion designer jailed for stealing phone

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Gokwat said that the the fashion designer visited the complainant, who was his best friend and stole his phone worth…
Alagoa

Late Justice Alagoa was a rare breed – CJN

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“His lordship’s passing reminds us all that life is fleeting and we must strive to leave behind footprints worthy of…
NBTE

Our boss not under ICPC probe – NBTE

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The NBTE made the denial in a statement issued by the Head of Media Unit, Office of the Executive Secretary,…
Outgoing President of AfDB, Akinwunmi Adesina, beg for forgiveness from those he may have offended in the course of discharging his duty.

I didn’t say I will run for presidency of Nigeria – AfDB’s Adesina

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Adesina, a former Minister of Agriculture in Nigeria, said this in reaction to publications in some Nigerian newspapers indicating that…
Strike

Minimum Wage: Court workers threaten indefinite nationwide strike

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“That failure to implement our demands within this stipulated time frame will mean the union cannot guarantee industrial harmony. Consequently,…
Nigeria Customs intercept container with donkey genitals

Customs explains 4% FOB levy suspension

Paul Dada

1 year ago

 The Kano/Jigawa Customs Area Command held a stakeholders’ meeting on Wednesday to explain the 4 per cent Free On Board…
Adejobi

3,907 arms not missing only unaccounted for – Police

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Thursday, said the news was a surprise.
Operatives of Amotekun Corps rescue five people from kidnappers in two overnight operations at Akure South LGA of Ondo state. Operatives of Amotekun Corps rescue five people from kidnappers in two overnight operations at Akure South LGA of Ondo state.

Amotekun rescues 16 women from trafficking

Paul Dada

1 year ago

While parading the victims and their trafficker in Abeokuta, Amotekun Corps Commander, Alade Adedigba, said the girls were rescued after…
CAPPA

CAPPA demands reinstatement university students rusticated over peaceful protest

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"We demand the immediate and unconditional reinstatement of all suspended students. Furthermore, we urge collective action to halt the growing…
Omokri

Omokri taunts El-Rufai: “I’ll buy you a First-Class ticket if you can enter America”

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

He further accused the former governor of fabricating a narrative that President Bola Tinubu was planning to arrest him to…
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Tuesday removed Alhaji Abdullahi Musa from office as the state's Head of Service with immediate effect.

Kano sets N120 billion IGR target for 2025, moves to block revenue leakages

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

In a goodwill message, the Special Adviser on Revenue, Prof. Ibrahim Barde, urged KIRS to address lingering challenges in revenue…
South West Governors

South West Governors storm Lagos for high-stakes meeting

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The governors will explore opportunities for collaboration and investment to drive economic growth and development in the region.
African crypto start-ups driving financial inclusion for all

African crypto start-ups driving financial inclusion for all

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

As recently as 2023, only around half of Africa’s population used banking services. At the same time, the continent is…
The South East Zonal Executive Committee of the PDP insists on the appointment of Sunday Udeh-Okoye as the National Secretary of the party.

PDP bows to Court ruling, declares Udeh Okoye National Secretary

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

In a statement released on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the NWC disclosed that its decision followed extensive deliberation on a…
1 … 507 508 509 510 511 … 6,764