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August 14, 2026 12:45 am
State police bill: Presidency extends public submission to August 21
August 14, 2026 12:20 am
Banyana end Falcons’ World Cup hopes
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Edo records 70 child defilement cases, fathers top offenders
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2027: Abiodun, Daniel trade fresh blows over political allegiance
August 13, 2026 9:47 pm
Why I backed APC’s Oyebamiji over Adeleke — Oyinlola
August 13, 2026 6:29 pm
ICPC uncovers official who put 14 family members on govt payroll
2027: Makinde picks ex-DSS DG Daura as running mate, rallies opposition
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Credible opposition sustains democracy, Makinde seeks opposition coalition ahead of 2027
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State police: Presidency extends memorandum submission deadline
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I mentored Azikel refinery boss Eruani from ‘small boy’ to big businessman — Patience Jonathan
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Police recover stolen newborn baby, arrest suspects in Benue
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Why Davido should apologise to Okpebholo over WAEC result troll — Lawyer
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State police bill: Presidency extends public submission to August 21
The Presidency has extended the deadline for public submissions on the proposed State Police Bill to August 21, 2026. Learn more about the National Policin…
Banyana end Falcons’ World Cup hopes
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will miss the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after losing 2-1 to South Africa’s Banyana Banyana in a CAF play-off match….
Edo records 70 child defilement cases, fathers top offenders
Edo State reports over 70 child defilement cases between January and July 2026, with fathers perpetrating over 50% of these horrific incidents….
2027: Abiodun, Daniel trade fresh blows over political allegiance
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and his predecessor Gbenga Daniel trade fresh blows over political allegiance ahead of the 2027 general elections….
Why I backed APC’s Oyebamiji over Adeleke — Oyinlola
Former Osun Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola reveals why he supported APC’s Bola Oyebamiji over Governor Ademola Adeleke, citing PDP crisis and lack of consult…
ICPC uncovers official who put 14 family members on govt payroll
The ICPC has exposed an official who enrolled 14 family members as ghost workers and another who collected 13 salaries, highlighting widespread payroll fra…
Credible opposition sustains democracy, Makinde seeks opposition coalition ahead of 2027
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde calls for a strong opposition coalition to offer Nigerians a credible alternative in the 2027 general elections….
State police: Presidency extends memorandum submission deadline
The Presidency has extended the deadline for submitting memoranda on the National Policing Bill to August 21, 2026. Contribute to Nigeria’s policing reform…
I mentored Azikel refinery boss Eruani from ‘small boy’ to big businessman — Patience Jonathan
Patience Jonathan reveals she mentored Azikel Refinery boss Azibapu Eruani from a “small boy” to a big businessman, introducing him to Dangote and Dantata….
Police recover stolen newborn baby, arrest suspects in Benue
Benue State Police have recovered a stolen newborn baby and arrested several suspects involved in the abduction from a Gboko hospital. Read more on the inc…
Why Davido should apologise to Okpebholo over WAEC result troll — Lawyer
A lawyer calls on Afrobeats star Davido to apologise to Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo for sharing his alleged WAEC result, urging humility from the singer….
Economists back US, fault Nigeria’s fiscal transparency
Economists back the US report faulting Nigeria’s fiscal transparency, warning that poor disclosure and weak budget implementation undermine investor confid…
2027: Atiku, Obi mull options ahead of single-candidate summit
Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi are considering options for a single opposition candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. Learn more about the proposed summit….
Army moves to begin operations at four new divisions
The Nigerian Army is set to operationalise four new divisions across Benue, Kwara, Taraba, and Edo states, enhancing its capacity to combat insecurity nati…
Osun poll: INEC adds SDP to ballot, distributes sensitive materials
INEC has added the SDP candidate to the Osun election ballot and is distributing sensitive materials for Saturday’s poll. Get the latest updates on the Osu…
Gala reduce Osimhen asking price to €65m
Galatasaray have reportedly lowered Victor Osimhen’s asking price to €65m amid interest from Al Hilal. Get the latest on Osimhen’s potential transfer….
Celestial church begins probe into Temitope Osoba’s death
The Celestial Church of Christ has launched an investigation into the death of Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba, following allegations against her fiancé,…
Meet LASU’s best graduating students for two sessions
Lagos State University celebrates Ayilara Olawale and Adebanjo Oluolamide, its best graduating students for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 sessions. Discover…
Osun senator Fadahunsi arrives police headquarters
Osun Senator Francis Fadahunsi reports to police headquarters for questioning over alleged inciting comments ahead of the Osun State governorship election….
Stay strong, Ronaldo comforts Messi following father’s death
Cristiano Ronaldo sends heartfelt message to Lionel Messi, offering support and strength after the passing of Messi’s father. Ronaldo comforts Messi in thi…
Wike shuts secretariat of dissolved FG houses committee
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike orders immediate closure of the secretariat for the dissolved Ad-hoc Committee on Sales of Federal Government Houses in the FCT….
No legal basis for CJN’s ban on ‘Barrister’ title — Law society
The Nigerian Law Society rejects the Chief Justice of Nigeria’s directive to ban the ‘Barrister’ title, citing no legal basis in existing legislation….
Some Nollywood stars refused to support Temitope Osoba’s burial — Actress
Actress Toyosi Adesanya alleges some Nollywood stars declined to support Temitope Osoba’s burial, citing TAMPAN membership issues. Discover the controversy…
Osun election: 10 battleground LGs that may decide Adeleke, Oyebamiji race
Discover the 10 battleground LGs that may decide the Osun election between Ademola Adeleke and Bola Oyebamiji. Get insights into key areas and political in…
No difference worth breaking Nigeria apart – Tinubu
President Tinubu urges Nigerians to preserve national unity despite differences, emphasizing dialogue and rejecting the weaponization of religion and ethni…
Passengers stranded as unions ground Air Peace flights
Aviation unions ground Air Peace flights in Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu, leaving passengers stranded over alleged non-remittance of ticket sales charges and fr…
10 cops, two civilians killed, 17 bandits neutralised in Kebbi
Tragedy in Kebbi as 10 policemen and 2 civilians were killed in a fierce gun battle with bandits. 17 bandits neutralised in the Kebbi bandit attack….
Obasanjo, Obi demand major shake-up of democratic institutions
Former President Obasanjo and Peter Obi call for a major shake-up of Nigerian democratic institutions, criticising the current system and advocating for an…
Fubara, lawmakers battle stalls Rivers N1.85tn budget
The Rivers N1.85tn budget for 2026 is stalled due to a battle between Governor Fubara and lawmakers over unfulfilled agreements. Get the full details on th…
NCAA orders arrest, prosecution of Air Peace driver over runway blockade
The NCAA has ordered the arrest and prosecution of an Air Peace driver who allegedly blocked the Lagos airport runway during a union picketing. Find out mo…
Osun election: ‘If you see them, kill them, lawmaker tells supporters
A Senator in Osun allegedly urged supporters to ‘kill’ Accord Party members ahead of the governorship election, sparking fears of Osun election violence. R…