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N3.4bn drug bust: NDLEA arrests fake police, mechanic
Records major drug seizures across eight states, FCT By Olasunkanmi Akoni ABUJA — Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement…
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Akpabio in Italy prays for banditry, terrorism to end in Nigeria
By Henry Umoru Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, visited…
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VIS impounds 38 buses over illegal BRI operations
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service, VIS, has impounded 38 buses for allegedly operating illegally…
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NDLEA seizes 1.3m opioid pills, 6,000kg cannabis, nabs two teenagers with AK-47s, pistol, ammunition
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted more than 1.3 million…
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Nine killed in fresh Plateau attacks
Passengers, pastor among victims By Golok Nanmwa JOS — At least nine persons have been killed in separate attacks in…
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I didn’t abandon Gov Yusuf; I still like him — Kwankwaso
The Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, says he is willing to reconcile with Gov. Abba Yusuf of…
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APC wins Kano Assembly bye-election
By Hadiza Yusuf The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa State Constituency bye-election in Kano State, with…
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We’re not spoilt despite being Dangote’s children – Halima Dangote
A resurfaced video of Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s three daughters has triggered reactions online after Halima Dangote revealed that she…
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How I came to like Charly Boy ‘a bit’ – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has spoken about his changing perception of entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charlie Boy, saying…
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NDC leadership disowns 59-member Presidential Campaign Council unveiled by Obi, Kwankwaso Movement
By Henry Umoru, ABUJA STRONG indications have emerged that crisis looms in the family of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC,…
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Martinez brace saves Inter in Serie A top-two clash with Roma
Lautaro Martinez rode to Inter Milan’s rescue on Saturday as the Serie A champions fought back from two goals down…
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Fuel pump prices determined by market forces – NMDPRA
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says fuel pump prices are determined by market forces and not…
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No presidency is greater than people — Olawunmi
Former Nigerian Navy officer and security commentator, Commodore Kunle Olawunmi (retd.), has called for accountable governance, democratic consent and peaceful…
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Peter Obi disowns viral letter to Obi of Onitsha
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has denied authoring a purported letter addressed to the Obi…
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I won’t tolerate attempts to slow AI growth – Trump
US President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at critics of artificial intelligence and data centers, saying he would not…
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ASUU-LASU vows to sustain strike until demands are met
By Elizabeth Osayande Academic activities may remain suspended in all Lagos State-owned universities following the ongoing indefinite strike declared by…
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5 Best Free Alternatives to SSSInstagram Downloader
Instagram Reel downloaders are everywhere, but not all of them are created equal. Some bury you in ads, some route…
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Kingmakers elect Gbadebo Adeusi as Oloba of Oba- Ile
By Dayo Johnson Akure The stool of the Oloba of Oba-Ile in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State…
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Meet Rosaline Ogunro, Nigerian-born woman who became mayor of Islington
Rosaline Ogunro, a Nigerian-born councillor, has become the mayor of Islington in London, adding another prominent name to the growing…
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Kalu orders, media team, supporters to focus on his record
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has directed his media team, supporters, political associates and affiliated groups…
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Gov. Nwifuru sacks Works Commissioner
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has directed the immediate removal from office of the…
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Nigeria’s indigenous languages to face extinction within 70 years – Linguists
Linguists estimate that if current non-transmission trends persist, many of Nigeria’s more than 500 indigenous languages could face severe endangerment…
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What to know about Denmark’s deal with Trump over Greenland
Denmark on Saturday hailed a “binding” deal announced by US President Donald Trump to give Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s…
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High flood to hit Lagos, Delta, Imo, 12 other states in 7 days –…
…asks affected people to relocate By Gabriel Ewepu, ABUJA The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NiHSA) has said a seven-day high…
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Scotland proposes 3 visa routes to attract Nigerian, other foreign workers
By Mmesoma Goodness The Scottish Government has proposed three tailored immigration routes to attract foreign workers and graduates to Scotland…
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Kano by-election records low voter turnout
There was low voter turnout on Saturday during the by-election conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) into the…
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FG appoints Adeyanju, Ciroma, others to probe Niger miners’ deaths
The Federal Government has constituted a 10-member independent committee to investigate the reported deaths of 37 people held by the…
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Military kill 12 terrorists, rescue 66 kidnapped victims in nationwide operations
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of the Nigerian military fighting to dislodge criminal elements and non-state actors constituting security threats across…
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Plateau suspends VIO operations over attacks on officers
By Golok Nanmwa Plateau State Government has suspended the activities of Vehicle Inspection Officers, VIOs, in the state with effect…
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2027: Atiku’s loyalist dumps ADC Reps ticket, declares for Tinubu
By Omeiza Ajayi The African Democratic Congress (ADC) House of Representatives candidate for Ezza South/Ikwo Federal Constituency in Ebonyi State,…
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Full List: 20 NSCDC officers suspended over 37 miners’ death; probe panel members
The Federal Government has suspended officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC, over the death of 37…
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Ondo herbal drink tragedy: 48 dead, five blinded, 182 critically ill – NAFDAC
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confirmed the death of 48 persons following the…
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Real Warri Pikin in dilemma?
By Tony-Okafor Favour Popular comedian Real Warri Pikin cannot deny being in a dilemma after she was forced to apologise…
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2027: Ondo APC to set up reconciliation committees
By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives…
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Catholic Bishops demand end to insecurity, poverty
By Olayinka Latona LAGOS — The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has called for an end to insecurity, poverty…
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US appeals court puts brakes on third-country deportations
A US federal appeals court on Friday broadly upheld a lower court ruling restricting a Trump administration policy of deporting…
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Atiku demands investigation into deaths of 37 suspected miners in NSCDC custody
Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called for an independent, thorough…
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Mambilla Scandal: Atiku ‘unfit for Nigeria’s presidency’ — APC campaign council
The All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council has described African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar as “unfit…
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Shakira to cap off world tour with Madrid 12-gig run
Shakira will kick off on Friday evening a marathon twelve-concert run in Madrid, bringing an end to both her world…
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Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On
France captain Kylian Mbappe has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a long association with Nike that stretched back…
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UK lists 4 countries with highest number of deportations in last 5 years
The UK recorded a steady increase in enforced returns after the number of people returned fell sharply during the COVID-19…
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Mining: Alake mourns death of detainees in Niger, deploys investigators
By Gabriel Ewepu Barely hours after mourning and calling for the rescue of survivors of Sudan mine collapse that killed…
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Miners’ death: Nasarawa launches manhunt for mining companies recruiting minors
By Edwin Phillip, Lafia Nasarawa State Government has launched manhunt for illegal miners and mining companies who are in the…
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Top 10 budget-friendly iPhones students can buy in 2026
For students who want to own an iPhone without spending a fortune, there are several models available. While Apple’s newest…
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Lagos youths trained to spot fake news, manipulated content
By Dickson Omobola No fewer than 50 youths in Lagos State have been trained to identify fake news, impostor content,…
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Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has imposed a 24-hour curfew across Minna, the state capital, following unrest reported in parts…
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CBN, finance ministry sign MoU to strengthen fiscal-monetary policy coordination
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Ministry of Finance have signed…
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Alexander-Arnold, Palmer return to England squad for Nations League
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer were both named on Friday in England’s first squad since they were both omitted by…