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JUST IN: Alaafin Dissolves Unauthorized Coronation Committee, Warns Against Further Activities
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, has dissolved an unauthorized coronation committee that was allegedly formed…
Police Arrest Syndicate Supplying Motorcycles to Boko Haram, Bandits
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a group involved in supplying stolen motorcycles to Boko Haram insurgents and…
Tinubu’s Govt Will End ‘Miracle Exam Centres’— Minister
The Nigerian government is taking firm steps to put an end to “Miracle Examination Centres,” which are notorious…
Police Set to Arraign Sowore Over “Illegal” Comments on IGP Egbetokun
The Nigeria Police Force has filed charges against activist Omoyele Sowore over social media comments deemed to incite…
Naira Strengthens to N1,640 per Dollar in Parallel Market
The Nigerian Naira appreciated against the US dollar in both the parallel and official foreign exchange markets. On…
One Dead, Several Trapped as Two-Storey Building Collapses in Lekki
A two-storey building under construction collapsed in the Ikota area of Lekki, Lagos, on Monday, leaving one person…
Governor Lawal Inspects Seized Weapons, Commends Security Agencies
Zamfara State Governor, Alhaji Dauda Lawal, has praised the efforts of the Department of State Services (DSS) and…
5,144 Nigerians Face Possible Deportation as US Immigration Crackdown Continues
Not less than 5,144 Nigerians are at risk of deportation as the United States intensifies its crackdown on…
Subscribers Take NCC to Court Over 50% Telecom Tariff Hike as Talks Collapse
Nigerian telecom subscribers have taken legal action against the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over its decision to approve…
Presidency Knocks El-Rufai Over Criticism of Tinubu’s Govt, Accuses Him of Betrayal
The Presidency has strongly responded to criticism from former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, accusing him of betraying…
45% of Nigerian Girls Give Birth Before 18 – World Bank
According to a recent report by the World Bank, 45 percent of girls in Nigeria give birth before…
No Explosion Incident in Ogun State – Police
The Ogun State Police Command has dismissed claims of an explosion in the Sabo area of Owode-Yewa, which…
BREAKING: Another Tanker Explodes in Niger
A fuel-laden tanker exploded at Kusogbogi, located between Agaie and Lapai Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Niger State,…
“I No Longer Recognize APC” – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has strongly criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing the party…
Unidentified Man Fatally Shot on Onitsha-Owerri Expressway, Police Begin Investigation
The Anambra State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of an unidentified man who was…
“I Moved From Lagos to PH Because of You” Mercy Chinwo Speaks Out, Accuses Former Manager of Spreading False News About Her Son
Popular Nigerian gospel artist Mercy Chinwo has publicly accused her former manager, Ezekiel ThankGod, also known as Eezeetee,…
JAMB Announces Dates, Fees, and New Mock Exam for 2025 UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the schedule and details for the 2025 Unified…
“This Is a Shameful Act Of Ingratitude” – Dogara Accuses Bala Mohammed of Betraying Wike
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has accused Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, of betraying…
Christian, Muslim Leaders Clash Over Proposed Sharia Arbitration Panels in S’West Nigeria
Tension has risen between Christian and Muslim leaders over plans to establish Sharia arbitration panels across the southwestern…
NAFDAC Shuts Down Aba Market, Seizes ₦5 Billion Worth of Fake Hennessy, Coca-Cola Sprite, Peak Milk, Other Products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has closed the infamous Cemetery Market in…
Sowore Held By Police Over Refusal To Accept “illegal” Bail
Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) and a prominent activist, has rejected…
“Bring Me My Prophet Offerings” Dele Farotimi Reacts to Afe Babalola Dropping Defamation Charges
Human rights activist Dele Farotimi has responded cryptically after senior lawyer Afe Babalola withdrew the defamation charges he…
U.S. Halt in HIV/AIDS Funding Threatens Treatment Access for Millions in Nigeria
The U.S. government has suspended critical funding for HIV treatment in Nigeria and other developing nations following an…
“It’s a Budget of Looting” – PDP Reacts to Ondo State’s 2025 Budget
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has expressed strong criticism of the 2025 budget recently passed by…
JUST IN: FG Generates N2.4 Billion from Marriages in 2024
The Federal Government has announced that it generated approximately N2.4 billion in revenue from marriage contracts in 2024…
‘We Are Now Close Friends’ – Abia Lawmaker Claims Friendship With Bolt Driver He Assaulted
Alex Ikwechegh, the member of the House of Representatives for Aba North and South Federal Constituency, has shared…
‘I’ve Got The Money For Another Race’ — Trump Sparks Speculation About Third Term in Office
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again raised eyebrows over the possibility of serving a third term in…
Troops Intercept Weapons Shipment from Niger Republic Bound for Zamfara Terrorists
Nigerian troops from the 1 Brigade under Operation FANSAN YANMA, working alongside operatives from the Department of State…
Lagos Assembly to Probe Ex-Speaker Obasa Over Alleged Fraud
The Lagos State House of Assembly has announced its plan to investigate former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa over allegations…
APC Paying Opposition Leaders N50 million Each – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised serious concerns about alleged attempts to undermine Nigeria’s democratic system. Speaking…
Edo: Ighodalo Files N500m Defamation Suit Against APC Chairman
Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the last Edo State governorship election, has initiated…
Illegal Mining: “Baseless Accusations Without Proof” – Retired General Fires Back at Oshiomhole
Retired Major General Bamidele Olawumi (retd.) has criticized Senator Adams Oshiomhole over allegations that retired military generals are…
Trump Signs Order to Remove ‘Transgender Ideology’ in Military
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to remove what he called “transgender ideology” from the…
EFCC Officer Found Dead in Lagos, Investigation Underway
An unidentified officer of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), assigned to the Lagos Division, was discovered…
Stop Scooping Fuel from Crashed Tankers – FRSC Warns Nigerians
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned Nigerians against the dangerous practice of scooping fuel from crashed…
Neymar Ends Injury-Plagued Al Hilal Journey by Mutual Agreement
Brazilian football star Neymar has parted ways with Saudi club Al Hilal after an 18-month stint filled with…
Obasanjo, Kukah Begged Me to Forgive Farotimi But I Said No — Afe Babalola
Chief Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University in Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has decided to withdraw his criminal defamation…
Communal Clash: Stop Playing Politics With Peoples’ Lives – Adeleke Warns
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has issued a stern warning to those involved in the ongoing conflicts…
Police Launch Manhunt for Suspects Behind Abduction of Family in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has begun a full-scale investigation and manhunt after a family and…
Why We Entered Peace Pact with Terrorists – Kaduna Governor Explains
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has defended his administration’s controversial decision to engage in a peace agreement…
N1.3 Billion Fraud: Court Sets February 27 for Arraignment of Obanikoro’s Son, Others
The Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled February 27, 2025, for the arraignment of Gbolahan Obanikoro, son…
VIDEO: Meranda Assumes Lagos Speaker’s Office, Holds Prayer Session
The newly appointed Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, officially took over the Speaker’s…
Nigeria Will Overcome Economic Challenges, Insecurity , Corruption — VP Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians of the federal government’s dedication to addressing key national issues, including…
Hardship: I Now Feed From Rent Paid For Kaduna House – Buhari
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has shared his experience of facing financial challenges since leaving office. Speaking during a…
“My Health Has Improved Since Leaving Office” – Buhari Reflects on Leadership Challenges, Life After Presidency
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has spoken about his time in office, describing the country as a difficult…
Gunmen Invade Abuja Community, Kidnap Man, Wife, Son From Their Bedroom
Armed gunmen believed to be kidnappers attacked the Chikakore area of Kubwa in the Bwari Area Council of…
Stop Dragging Yourself Into Kano Affairs – Kwankwaso tells FG, Police
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and former two-term…
“This is The Beginning Of Your Political Funeral” – APC Tells Aregbesola’s Supporters
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed concerns about the exit of the…
JUST IN: Sowore Arrives Police Headquarters for Questioning
Human rights activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore, appeared at the Force Intelligence Department Headquarters in Abuja on Monday…
Sokoto Begins Payment of N70,000 Minimum Wage to Workers
The Sokoto State Government, led by Governor Ahmed Aliyu, has commenced the payment of a new N70,000 national…
Timileyin Ajayi Pleads Not Guilty in Salome Adaidu Murder Case
Timileyin Ajayi, accused of murdering National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member Salome Adaidu, has pleaded not guilty to…
Obasa: Security Screens Journalists, Others at Lagos Assembly Ahead Of Plenary
Heightened security measures were observed at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday as lawmakers prepared for…
JUST IN: ‘I Have Nothing To Gain From Farotimi Being Jailed,’ Afe Babalola Withdraws Defamation Suit
Renowned legal icon and elder statesman, Afe Babalola, has agreed to withdraw his criminal defamation lawsuit against rights…
Obasa: Tensions Rise as Lagos Assembly Tightens Security Amid Plenary Today
Security has been heightened at the Lagos State House of Assembly Complex ahead of a crucial plenary session…
Tinubu, APC Risk Serious Setbacks in 2027 If 2025 Budget Passes as Is, Buhari’s ex-Adviser Warns
Senator Ita Enang, a former Special Adviser to the President on National Assembly Matters, has raised alarm over…
$6B Mambilla Power Project: Washing Dirty Deals Abroad Not Good, Says Former Presidential Aide
A former presidential aide Laolu Akande has criticized recent efforts to air Nigeria’s internal controversies abroad, particularly regarding…
SERAP Files Lawsuit Against President Tinubu Over Telecom Tariff Hike
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian…
JUST IN: Anambra Security Agency Allegedly Discovers 30 Graves, Shrine at Popular Hotel
The newly established security outfit in Anambra State, Agunechemba, has allegedly uncovered a shocking discovery at a well-known…
President Tinubu Arrives Tanzania for Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit
President Bola Tinubu has landed in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to attend the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit,…
JUST IN: Aregbesola’s Political Group Quits APC, Explains Decision
The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group led by former Osun State Governor and ex-Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola,…
Five Corps Members Get Over N3m Business Grants
Five members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) have been awarded business grants totaling over N3.2 million…
President Tinubu Not Travelling Enough, He Needs To Do More – Minister
Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar, in a discussion on Channels Television’s Politics Today, explained why President Bola…
VIDEO: Nobody Hacked My Account – 2Baba Confirms Separation from Annie Idibia
Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has confirmed the authenticity of a post on his…
22 Soldiers, Over 70 Insurgents Killed in Borno Clash – Defence Headquarters
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), in a major development in the ongoing fight against terrorism, reported the deaths of…
After Paying ₦8m Ransom, Gunmen Abduct Kano Businessman’s Daughter
Garo town in Kabo Local Government Area of Kano State was thrown into panic on Sunday as armed…
Quit PDP Now and Align Fully With APC – Bala Mohammed Tells Wike
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom…
Boko Haram Strikes Again, Kill Commander, 19 Soldiers in Borno Attacks
Just two days after 20 fishermen were killed in Bama’s Gadan Gari fishing community, Borno State has been…
Ex-RCCG Pastor Iluyomade’s Ministry Secures Eko Atlantic Site, Preaches Generosity and Tithing
The Family Fellowship, a ministry recently founded by former City of David Parish pastor of the Redeemed Christian…
Police Arrest Three Over Gombe Ex-Perm Secretary’s Murder
The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of three individuals in connection with the murder of…
Niger Explosion: Death Toll Rises To 25, Several Bodies Recovered
No fewer than 25 people have been confirmed dead following the mining explosion in Sabon Pegi, Mashegu Local…
Divorcing Melinda My Biggest Regret – Bill Gates
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s most influential philanthropists, has described his divorce from…
NDLEA Seizes Cannabis Hidden in Duvet at Lagos Airport, Arrests Suspects
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully intercepted a shipment of cannabis hidden inside…
Why Edo Governorship Election Tribunal Moved to Abuja – Secretary
The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has been relocated from Benin City to Abuja, reportedly due to…
Obasa’s Removal Constitutional – Ex-Lagos Speaker Mamora
Former Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker and minister, Olorunnibe Mamora, has stated that the removal of Mudashiru…
BREAKING: Many Burnt To Death as Petrol Tanker Explodes in Enugu
Many people have been reportedly burnt to death in a petrol tanker accident that occurred on Saturday at…
Why I Dumped Acting For Tech in the US – Bukky Wright
Veteran Nigerian actress Oluwabukola Ajoke, popularly known as Bukky Wright, has shared insights into her life away from…
Don’t Heat Up Polity, Lagos Assembly Warns Obasa
The Lagos State House of Assembly has cautioned its impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, against actions that could cause…
Details Of Obasanjo, Buhari’s Paris Court Appearances In $6b Mambilla Project Arbitration Case Revealed
Sources close to the Federal Government are reporting that Nigeria has made significant strides in the week-long arbitration…
In Few Years, Nigeria Will Become Military Equipment Powerhouse, Says Defence Chief
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Nigeria, General Christopher Musa, has expressed confidence that the country is…
Bello Turji Says He’s Ready to Surrender – Defence Chief
General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Nigeria, revealed that Bello Turji, a notorious terrorist…
Lakurawa: “Any Member Seen is as Good as Dead” – CDS
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, has issued a stern warning to members of the Lakurawa sect,…
Six Injured During United Airlines Emergency Landing at Lagos Airport – FAAN
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has reported that six people were seriously injured after a United…
United Airlines: How We Survived Near Air Mishap — Passenger
A United Airlines flight from Lagos to Washington experienced a harrowing emergency in the early hours of Friday,…
FCT Doctors End Three-day Warning Strike
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (FCTA), Abuja, has called off its three-day warning…
Popular Lagos Musician Mukaila Senwele is Dead
Renowned Lagos-based musician Mukaila Senwele, best known for his catchphrase “Koni Da Fun Ebo To Se Costay,” has…
EFCC Faces Internal Scandals as Operatives Loot Recovered Assets
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is grappling with internal scandals following claims of theft and misconduct…
How Abacha Escaped Coup in 1997 – Diya’s Former CSO
Major Seun Fadipe (retd), who once served as Chief Security Officer (CSO) to the late Lt-Gen Oladipo Diya,…
Tinubu Lauds Finland for Arrest of Simon Ekpa, Says Divisive Actions Won’t Be Tolerated
President Bola Tinubu has expressed appreciation to the Finnish government for arresting Simon Ekpa, whose activities had allegedly…
Naira Strengthens to N1,660/$ in Parallel Market
The Naira has appreciated slightly in the parallel market, moving from N1,665 per dollar on Thursday to N1,660…
Police Arrest Two Suspects in Kidnapping of Ex-AIG Odumosu’s Wife
Police operatives in Lagos State have successfully apprehended two individuals suspected of involvement in the kidnapping of Mrs.…
Shettima Returns to Abuja After Attending WEF Meetings in Davos
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Nigeria following his participation in the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF)…
JUST IN: Edo Election Tribunal Moved to Abuja
The Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has decided to move its sittings from Benin City, the state…
Trump Could Have Prevented Russia-Ukraine War in 2020 – Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine might have been avoided if Donald Trump…
Retired Generals Behind Illegal Mining in Nigeria – Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, who represents Edo North in the National Assembly, has alleged that retired military generals are…
Agunloye Accuses Obasanjo of Falsehoods Over Mambilla Power Project, Blames FG for Arbitration Crisis
Former Minister of Power and Steel, Dr. Olu Agunloye, has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of deliberately distorting…
Fight Corruption, Poverty with Renewed Vigor – Laolu Akande Urges Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu will need to fight the twin challenges of corruption and poverty with renewed vigour in…
“It’s Governance Time, Let’s Govern” – Akande Urges Politicians to Prioritize Leadership Over Politics
Veteran journalist and former Presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has called on Nigerian politicians to prioritize governance over politicking,…
Mass Deportation Begins Under Trump’s Second Term: Over 500 Migrants Arrested
U.S. authorities have arrested 538 undocumented migrants and deported hundreds more as part of a large-scale operation launched…
Wike a Chameleon, His Dual Loyalty Shameless and Dangerous Precedent In Politics – Bala Mohammed
Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed has taken a firm stance against the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike,…
Kenya Grants Visa-free Entry to All Africans, Excludes Two Countries
Kenya has unveiled a new visa policy allowing citizens of almost all African countries to enter without prior…