Local government chairman wears military uniform, joins troops in fight against bandits, terrorists
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Sowore fires back as police attempt to undermine #PoliceProtest over pensions, welfare
In its Sunday statement, the Nigeria Police Force claimed it had no intention of stopping the protest, describing it as
Obidients urge Atiku to step aside for Peter Obi in 2027
The Obidients Movement, a pro-Peter Obi support group, has called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to forgo his 2027
“I can’t wait to have a family” — Burna Boy
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Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ passes away after 20 years in coma
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, known across Saudi Arabia as the “Sleeping Prince,” has passed away at
“I blocked everyone in Nollywood for 10 years to protect my marriage” – Opeyemi Aiyeola
Veteran Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has shed light on why she distanced herself from the Nigerian film industry for over
Tinubu Appoints Babangida’s Son, Muhammad, Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, Others as Chairmen and Heads of Government Agencies
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, the son of the former military President, as chairman of the revamped
President Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri to Muhammadu Buhari University in honour of predecessor
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the renaming of the University of Maiduguri to Muhammadu Buhari University, in honour
The Same Old Lies in New Language: How the Nigerian Government Uses Aquaculture as a Tool to Milk the Poor, By Ufezime Nelson Ubi
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“Peter Obi’s claim on SABMiller being Anambra’s top taxpayer is false” — State Revenue Boss
The Anambra State Government has dismissed as inaccurate the recent claim by former Governor Peter Obi that SABMiller (Intafact Beverages
Peter Obi supporter accused of COS scam and fund diversion in UK Nigerian community
A prominent supporter of Peter Obi in the United Kingdom, Mr. Benjamin Kuti, widely known as the Oluomo of Derby,
Longtime ‘American Idol’ Music Supervisor Robin Kaye and Husband Killed in Los Angeles Home, Suspect in Custody
Robin Kaye, the music supervisor celebrated for her decades-long contribution to American Idol, has been tragically killed alongside her husband,
Adekunle Gold rewards first class graduates with ₦250,000 each
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Adekunle Gold, has set social media abuzz after he announced a ₦250,000 cash reward to high-performing graduates
“No university including UI is too big to be named after Buhari, if Tinubu decides” — Adeola Soetan sarcastically supports renaming UI after former president’s death
Nigerian social critic and former student leader, Adeola Soetan, has declared that “no university including UI is too big to
A Mandate Without the People—Why the Lagos Local Government Elections Must Be Declared Null and Void, By Popoola Sulaimon Olakunle
Lagos State remains Nigeria’s economic epicenter, a megacity with over 10 million registered voters, vibrant demographics, and a deeply engaged
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President Tinubu, Yusuf Buhari, Seyi Tinubu receive late president Muhammadu Buhari’s body at Katsina airport
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CDSR condemns suspension of two student activists by University of Ibadan, demands immediate reinstatement
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Adeleke slams Aregbesola over 2026 election remarks — vows Osun won’t return to “dark days”
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has fired back at former Governor Rauf Aregbesola over his recent comments concerning the
Awujale of Ijebuland Laid to Rest in Ijebu Ode Amidst Dignified Traditional Rites
The Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, was laid to rest on Monday at his private
BREAKING: Former President Muhammadu Buhari Is Dead
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is dead. His aide, Garba Shehu, announced the passing of the former president on Sunday,
APC agents caught on camera bribing electoral officials during Lagos LG polls
Agents of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were caught red-handed bribing electoral officials in the Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area
Lagos LG Poll: Berger on Lockdown as Police Block Roads, Stranding Commuters
Movement came to a standstill early Saturday morning at the Berger axis of Lagos as police and other security personnel
Ganduje, Who Resigned as APC Chairman Over Health Issues, Appointed Chairman of Nigerian Airports Authority
Barely days after his resignation as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has landed a
Lagos State Police command imposes total vehicular restriction for July 12 LG elections
The Lagos State Police Command has announced a total restriction of vehicular movement across the state ahead of the Local
EFCC Arraigns Five Family Members for Stealing
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Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Olakulehin, Dies at 90
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90, just two
Arsenal sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in €65 mllion deal
Arsenal Football Club have officially completed the signing of Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for a reported fee
Nigeria football Icon, Peter Rufai, passes away
Nigeria’s football community is in mourning following the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper and 1994 AFCON champion, Peter Rufai.
Labour party gives Peter Obi 48-Hour ultimatum to resign over coalition move says “desperate politicians cannot birth a new Nigeria”
The Labour Party (LP) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, demanding that he resign
15 killed in Sokoto village attack by suspected lakurawa militants
At least 15 people have been killed in a deadly attack on Kwalajiya village in Tangaza Local Government Area of
David Mark will lead us to Aso Rock – ADC pioneer chairman declares at coalition launch
The founder and pioneer chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has declared that former Senate President, David
Sowore turns down coalition call from Deji Adeyanju, says his loyalty is to oppressed Nigerians, not ‘thieving politicians’
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has firmly rejected calls to
Suspected thief found hiding in bank ceiling after alleged overnight attempt to hack systems
There was commotion at an FCMB branch in Lagos after a suspected thief was discovered hiding in the bank’s ceiling,
Men are not built to be with one woman sexually – Tuface Idibia
Veteran Nigerian singer, Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as Tuface or 2Baba, has stirred fresh controversy with his remarks on
I’ll leave after one term,” Obi tells his coalition partners
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has pledged to honor any coalition agreement that limits him to a single
Stop the tyranny now! — ANSA condemns assault on student rights at University of Ibadan
The Alliance of Nigerian Students Against Neo-Liberal Attacks (ANSA) has issued a searing condemnation of what it described as an
“We were used and abandoned”, Lalude slams MC Oluomo over Tinubu campaign promise
Veteran Yoruba actor Fatai Adekunle Adetayo, popularly known as Lalude, has accused Musiliu Akinsanya, better known as MC Oluomo, of
LASU students dazzle at “Ojude LASU” celebration
Students of Lagos State University (LASU) turned heads and lit up social media with their stunning displays of culture and
Pastor Adeboye Launches National Prayer for Economic Recovery
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How Bauchi’s top Judge turned state land into private family estate, split among her four children
Human rights activist and investigative journalist, Omoyele Sowore, has made a revelation against the Chief Judge of Bauchi State, Justice
Nigerian Billionaire Aminu Dantata passes away at 94
Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, one of Nigeria’s most prominent businessmen and philanthropists, has died at the age of 94. His
Lagos state government denies involvement in demolition of Peter Obi’s brother’s property
The Lagos State Government has officially denied any involvement in the reported demolition of a property allegedly owned by the
Court sentences Oluwatimileyin Ajayi to death by hanging for killing Salome Adaidu
The High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has sentenced Oluwatimileyin Ajayi, the suspected killer of a National Youth Service Corps
Federal Government Postpones Paramilitary Recruitment to July 14, Warns Against Payment
The Federal Government has rescheduled the recruitment exercise for paramilitary agencies under the Ministry of Interior from June 26 to
#RutoMustGo: Kenyans march in massive protest on anniversary of deadly crackdown
Thousands of Kenyans flooded the streets of Nairobi and other major cities on Wednesday, June 25, demanding the resignation of
Nigerian army confirms death of 17 soldiers in Niger state terrorist attack
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of 17 soldiers following a brutal terrorist attack on a military base near
EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: Prosecutor dismissed, judge returns, but justice still delayed – Lenin gives update on treason trial of 11 protesters
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Former Kwara Governor Cornelius Adebayo Passes Away at 84
Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo, a former governor of Kwara State, has died at the age of 84. A close family associate
“We will mobilize to NYSC parade if Rita Raye isn’t allowed to complete” – Sowore Warns NYSC, Tinubu Govt
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has strongly condemned the decision
NYSC Extends Service Year of Corps Member Raye Who Criticized Tinubu’s Economic Policies
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has extended the service year of Ms. Rita Ushie, a youth corps member popularly
Bandits kill 30 in Kebbi state
At least 30 people have been confirmed dead following a brutal attack by suspected bandits on communities in Kebbi State’s
Alao-Akala’s Daughter Demands DNA Tests for Siblings, Seeks Ex-Governor’s Body Exhumed
A heated inheritance battle has broken out in the family of the late former Oyo State Governor, Otunba Christopher Adebayo
Ondo State introduces death penalty for kidnappers
The Ondo State Government has approved the implementation of death penalty for individuals convicted of kidnapping. The state’s Attorney-General and
Soyombo Blasts Tinubu, Benue Governor for Forcing School Children to Welcome President in Rain
Investigative journalist, Fisayo Soyombo, has strongly condemned the decision to line up school children in the rain to welcome President
Benue state government declares June 18 public holiday in anticipation of President Tinubu’s scheduled visit
The Benue State Government has declared Wednesday, June 18, 2025, a public holiday in anticipation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s
Tyler Perry hit with sexual assault lawsuit by cast member
Renowned filmmaker and media mogul Tyler Perry is facing a sexual assault lawsuit filed by an actor associated with his
Court Sentences Lagos Man to Life Imprisonment for Defiling 9-Year-Old Girl
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“We’ve Been Abandoned”, Veteran Actor Alapini Laments Neglect by Tinubu Administration
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Court Grants Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele ₦2 Billion Bail
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Seven Dead as Helicopter Carrying Hindu Pilgrims Crashes in Uttarakhand, India
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TikTok Influencer Jarvis breaks down on livestream amid reported fallout with Fiancé Peller
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“Peter Obi returned to corrupt LP faction after warnings, then pretended to be neutral” – Kenneth Okonkwo
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FG suspends prayer and fasting plan amid backlash over food crisis
The Federal Government has backed down on its widely criticized plan to combat Nigeria’s worsening hunger crisis with a series
FG declares three-day fasting and prayer to seek divine intervention in Nigeria’s agricultural sector
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has announced a three-day fasting and prayer programme aimed at seeking divine
Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Introduces Spiritual ATM Card’ for Sale at $20
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FG unveils plan to build Bamboo houses for low-Income Nigerians
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FG Launches Annual Forex Training for 100,000 Youths to Tackle Unemployment
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled plans to train 100,000 Nigerian youths annually in foreign exchange (Forex) trading. The
Over N13.1 Billion Spent on 2025 Hajj by 10 Nigerian States Despite Mounting Debts
At least ten state governments have collectively spent more than ₦13.1 billion on the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, an investigation by
“I Am Human Too” — Abiola Adebayo Breaks Silence on Divorce Criticism
Nollywood actress Abiola Adebayo has addressed the criticism and mockery that followed her public disclosure of her marital separation. In
FG Cancels Military Parade for June 12, Democracy Day
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially canceled the traditional military parade previously scheduled to commemorate Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Day
Uzbekistan National Team Players Rewarded with Cars for Historic 2026 World Cup Qualification
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CBEX Ponzi Scheme Resurfaces, Demands $200 ‘Reactivation Fee’ from Victims to Access Funds
Weeks after vanishing with millions of naira in investors’ funds, the notorious cryptocurrency scam Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) has resurfaced