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July 22, 2026 12:09 am
Mbaise Iriji is cultural festival, not politics – Committee
July 8, 2026 6:00 am
Dangote breaks ground on $17bn Kenya refinery
July 8, 2026 12:59 am
Google seeks dialogue as FG probes tech giants
July 8, 2026 12:01 am
NNPC slashes costs by $3.4bn amid oil production surge
July 6, 2026 7:48 am
I staged my kidnap to extort N25m from family — Delta man
July 6, 2026 6:07 am
State police: Federal force can intervene over electoral intimidation — Senate
FG plans housing regulation as sector hits N77tn contribution
July 29, 2026 12:01 am
ICPC recovers N5.8bn cash in six months
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Alleged extortion: FUOYE deputy dean claims suspension pre-planned
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NDLEA arrests 67-year-old with cocaine hidden in fake plantain
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Court halts Lagos takeover of widow’s estate
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Nigeria tops Africa again with 89 EU Erasmus scholarships
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Mbaise Iriji is cultural festival, not politics – Committee
The Iriji Mbaise festival is a celebration of culture and tradition, not politics, says the central working committee. Discover the rich heritage of Mbaise…
Dangote breaks ground on $17bn Kenya refinery
Dangote Industries Limited begins work on its $17bn, 700,000-bpd Kenya refinery, set to become East Africa’s largest and reduce reliance on imported fuels….
Google seeks dialogue as FG probes tech giants
Google responds to Nigeria’s probe into tech giants, expressing commitment to constructive engagement with the FCCPC regarding anti-competitive practices….
NNPC slashes costs by $3.4bn amid oil production surge
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has reduced its operating costs by $3.4bn through an aggressive contract restructuring and optimisation programme, in what the state-owned energy compan…
I staged my kidnap to extort N25m from family — Delta man
A Delta State man, Michael James, confessed to staging his own kidnap to extort N25m from his family, claiming he owed money he couldn’t repay….
State police: Federal force can intervene over electoral intimidation — Senate
Senate clarifies State Police Bill safeguards, allowing federal intervention in electoral intimidation and human rights abuses, dismissing concerns of gube…
ICPC recovers N5.8bn cash in six months
The ICPC recovered N5.8bn in proceeds of crime between January and June 2026, strengthening accountability and national security in Nigeria….
Alleged extortion: FUOYE deputy dean claims suspension pre-planned
A suspended FUOYE Deputy Dean claims his suspension over alleged student extortion was pre-planned, citing a long-standing attempt to remove him. Read more…
NDLEA arrests 67-year-old with cocaine hidden in fake plantain
The NDLEA arrested a 67-year-old Nigerian-British grandmother attempting to smuggle 13kg of cocaine hidden in fake plantain peels at Lagos airport….
Court halts Lagos takeover of widow’s estate
A Lagos State High Court has restrained the Lagos State Government from taking over an 80-year-old widow’s estate in Lekki, pending further hearing….
Nigeria tops Africa again with 89 EU Erasmus scholarships
Nigeria leads Africa again with 89 fully funded EU Erasmus scholarships for 2026, reaffirming its position as a top global beneficiary. Learn more here….
48 students feature in Ogun school poetry anthology
Peaceville International Academy, Ogun State, publishes its maiden poetry anthology, “Echoes of Experiences,” featuring works by 48 students to encourage c…
Court suspends recognition of Ondo regent amid legal battle
Ondo State High Court suspends High Chief Akindele Aladenika from parading as Ore regent, barring state recognition until the substantive suit is determine…
Dangote beats US, ships N757bn jet fuel to Europe – Report
Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported 466,000 metric tonnes of jet fuel to Europe in June, valued at N757bn, surpassing US shipments and making Nigeria a key…
Senate meets Tuesday as fake agency budget row deepens
The Senate will address the N1.3bn fake agency budget controversy on Tuesday, following revelations of a forged appointment letter and bureaucratic failure…
Robbers kill Ondo technician defending family
A technician was killed in Akure during an Ondo robbery while defending his family. Police have arrested one suspect and are investigating the incident….
FG secures $11.4bn World Bank loans in three years
President Tinubu’s administration has secured $11.4bn in World Bank loans in three years, nearing Buhari’s eight-year total. Discover the projects and disb…
Aiyedatiwa urges Nigerians to celebrate loved ones while alive
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa encourages Nigerians to celebrate loved ones while they are still alive, allowing them to witness appreciation and aff…
202 arrested in Delta black spots raid
Delta State Police Command arrests 202 suspects in a major raid on criminal black spots, brothels, and drug dens in Asaba. Read more about the Delta arrest…
Residents seek urgent repair of damaged Ogun road
Residents and motorists in Ogun State are appealing for urgent repair of the damaged Sango-Idiroko Road, citing difficult movement and increased accidents….
Gombe police nab eight suspected robbers, fraudsters
Gombe State Police Command nabs eight suspected robbers and internet fraudsters involved in over 13 incidents, recovering over N500,000 stolen funds….
Report of herdsmen burning Imo student hostel false – Police
Imo State Police dismiss reports of herdsmen attacking a student hostel in Nekede, Owerri, calling the viral social media claims “entirely false.”…
Police probe C’River woman’s death in church toilet
Cross River State Police are investigating the death of Blessing Ayebe, a woman found dead in a Calabar church toilet. Family raised alarm after she went m…
Three nabbed over stolen vehicle in Oyo
Oyo State Police Command arrests three suspects, including a 60-year-old, in connection with a stolen vehicle traced to Akure. Read more about the car thef…
Lagos pushes green packaging, sustainable logistics in e-commerce
Lagos State urges businesses to adopt green packaging and sustainable logistics in e-commerce for economic growth and environmental protection. Learn more…
Suspected bandit killed in Sokoto attack
One suspected bandit was killed and an AK-47 rifle recovered after police foiled an attack on Daraye Village in Sokoto State. Read more on the Sokoto bandi…
Oyebanji assures full care for Ekiti kidnap survivors
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, assures full medical and psychological care for the Eda Oniyo kidnap survivors, covering all expenses….
2027: Kwara APC begins campaign drive with unity rally
Kwara APC kicks off its 2027 general election campaign with a statewide unity rally, celebrating successful primaries and mobilising support for President…
Killings: FG warns S’Africa, threatens tough action
Nigeria’s Federal Government warns South Africa of potential “tough action” if attacks on Nigerians persist, demanding investigations into recent killings….
COAS: Citizens key to winning security war
COAS Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu emphasizes citizens’ indispensable role in achieving national security objectives, highlighting civil-military cooperation project…
Ekiti PDP candidate faults gov poll, consults lawyers, party
Ekiti PDP candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede, faults the June 20 governorship election results, citing irregularities. He is consulting lawyers and party members…