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September 7, 2026 5:51 pm
Dangote confirms ADNOC, govts, other investors interested in refinery
September 7, 2026 2:29 pm
FG to give Nigerian shipowners $25m each under new shipping fund
September 7, 2026 12:43 pm
Tanzania president loses husband
September 7, 2026 12:11 pm
11 feared killed by terrorists in Adamawa
September 7, 2026 12:51 am
Bauchi senator denies bandit link, insists viral videos fake
September 7, 2026 12:22 am
26 states lean on FAAC as wage bills outstrip IGR
Nomy disqualified from BBNaija Season 11
September 7, 2026 7:50 pm
Military pay review: Generals’ pensionable salary rises to N2.5m monthly
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Osun poll: Adeleke’s victory unchallenged as 21-day petition window closes
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PHOTOS: Ex-Sierra Leone president Koroma departs Nigeria after treason case dropped
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Nigerian woman declared missing found in Qatar hospital — Family
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NDLEA arrests convicted trafficker posing as tea seller over Saudi-bound cocaine shipment
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Dangote confirms ADNOC, govts, other investors interested in refinery
Aliko Dangote confirms ADNOC and other strategic investors, including governments, are interested in taking stakes in Dangote Refinery. Learn more about th…
FG to give Nigerian shipowners $25m each under new shipping fund
Federal Government to disburse $25m each to qualified Nigerian shipowners from the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund, boosting indigenous shipping and jobs….
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, has died in Zanzibar. Learn more about the First Gentleman’s passing….
Tragedy in Adamawa as terrorists kill 11 in Zaranga village, Gombi LGA. Residents report shootings and burning houses. Search for missing persons ongoing….
Bauchi senator denies bandit link, insists viral videos fake
Bauchi Senator Shehu Buba denies fresh banditry allegations, calling viral videos and claims a disinformation campaign. He insists on his innocence….
A new report reveals 26 Nigerian states cannot cover personnel costs with Internally Generated Revenue, highlighting their dependence on FAAC allocations….
Military pay review: Generals’ pensionable salary rises to N2.5m monthly
The Federal Government has approved a new pensionable salary structure for the Nigerian Armed Forces. Learn how the military pension review impacts general…
Osun poll: Adeleke’s victory unchallenged as 21-day petition window closes
The 21-day window for filing petitions against the Osun governorship election results has closed, with no challenges to Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory….
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Koroma departs Nigeria for home after treason charges were dropped, seen off by Goodluck Jonathan….
Nigerian woman declared missing found in Qatar hospital — Family
A Nigerian woman declared missing after arriving in Doha, Qatar, has been found safe in a hospital. Her family confirmed she fell ill upon arrival….
NDLEA arrests convicted trafficker posing as tea seller over Saudi-bound cocaine shipment
NDLEA arrests a convicted trafficker posing as a tea seller, seizing 1.2kg Saudi-bound cocaine and large consignments of tramadol and cannabis….
Prosecute officials over ‘missing’ N33.75bn cash transfers, Falana tells EFCC
Femi Falana calls on EFCC to investigate and prosecute officials involved in the alleged diversion of N33.75bn cash transfers for vulnerable Nigerians….
Nigerian-British businessman dies after penis enlargement procedure in Thailand
Nigerian-British businessman Igho Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism after a penis enlargement procedure in Thailand. Learn about the risks of cosmetic…
Insecurity: Schools build escape routes
Nigerian schools are enhancing security with escape routes, CCTV, and increased fencing to protect students from attacks. Learn about new measures by schoo…
Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria outbreak
Plateau State government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools due to a suspected diphtheria outbreak in Jos North, Wase, Jos South, a…
INEC and the Nigeria Police vow to crack down on politicians issuing political threats and inflammatory remarks ahead of the 2027 elections. Learn more….
Kogi chief allegedly impregnates teen, damages womb
A Kogi chief is accused of impregnating a teenager and causing womb damage. The family seeks justice after the alleged sexual assault and a failed abortion…
Lab test showed my wife’s fresh orange juice unfit for consumption – Osinbajo
Former VP Osinbajo reveals his wife’s fresh orange juice was unfit for consumption due to widespread food contamination in Nigeria. Learn about chemical ri…
FG announces two-week repair of damaged Kara Bridge expansion joints
The Federal Government will begin a two-week repair of damaged expansion joints on Kara Bridge, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, starting September 8. Expect traff…
Top Nigerian politicians, including Atiku Abubakar, Yemi Osinbajo, and David Mark, attended the funeral service of Rotimi Amaechi’s mother, Dame Mary Amaec…
Bauchi senator battles fresh banditry allegations, DSS reacts
Bauchi Senator Shehu Buba faces new banditry allegations, which he denies. The DSS confirms an ongoing investigation into his alleged links with bandits….
JAMB releases 2026 UTME results for underage candidates
JAMB has released 2026 UTME results for underage candidates. Learn about the strict conditions for exceptional admission and how to check your results….
Seyi Tinubu gets Christian youth peace ambassador award
Seyi Tinubu receives Christian Youth Peace Ambassador award from YOWICAN for his contributions to peace, youth development, and national unity in Nigeria….
Outcry as fake products flood markets
Nigerians raise alarm as fake products, from food to drugs, flood markets. NAFDAC and SON face intense scrutiny over regulatory failures and consumer safet…
Horror in Ogun: Celestial pastor kills wife over infidelity, runs into speeding truck
A Celestial Church pastor in Ogun State allegedly killed his wife over infidelity before running into a speeding truck. Learn more about this tragic incide…
My customers taught me Yoruba – London trader, ‘Olakunle Oshodi’
You are an Iraqi based in London, United Kingdom, how did you learn to speak Yoruba? I trade at Woolwich Market. That is where I work and where I started meeting many Nigerian customers, especially Yo…
Why I’m still passionate about filmmaking — Tunde Kelani
Veteran filmmaker Tunde Kelani discusses his enduring passion for filmmaking, Yoruba culture, and indigenous storytelling in Nigerian cinema….
Meet Nigerian professor appointed dean at Canadian university
Dr. Ibironke Odumosu-Ayanu, a Nigerian-born law professor, has been appointed dean of the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada….
Odogwu Asaba remanded over rape, death of 20-year-old in Delta
Content creator Odogwu Asaba has been remanded in prison over the alleged rape and death of 20-year-old Favour Agbro in Delta State. Get the details….
Dangote refinery IPO to open in 12 days
Aliko Dangote announces the Dangote Refinery IPO will open in 10-12 days, aiming to raise $5bn. Learn about Africa’s largest refinery’s public offering….
VDM apologises to security agencies over NBA speech
Social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) apologises to Nigerian security agencies for controversial remarks made at the NBA conference, clarifying his inten…