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September 13, 2026 12:05 am
Lagos crackdown: Vulnerable children arrested, hauled into ‘Black Maria’
September 6, 2026 12:00 am
Kogi chief allegedly impregnates teen, damages womb
August 30, 2026 12:00 am
Fake kidnaps: Desperate relatives turn self-abductions into family nightmares
August 9, 2026 12:00 am
Abandoned abroad: Nigerians in UK stranded by passports renewal nightmare
August 9, 2026 12:00 am
Ibadan residents get relief as company repairs vandalised transformer, roads
July 29, 2026 4:22 am
Airport outrage mounts over aviation security officials’ excesses
Experts raise the alarm over silent signs of suicide
September 13, 2026 12:13 am
Rising insecurity fuels NYSC redeployment requests
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176 Kwara residents still in captivity four months after mass abduction
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Aviation operators, regulators locked in debt row
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Airport heist: How syndicates target, loot passengers’ luggage
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How worsening inflation squeezes life out of ordinary citizens
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Lagos crackdown: Vulnerable children arrested, hauled into ‘Black Maria’
Lagos State’s crackdown on street begging and trading sees vulnerable children and teenagers arrested and transported in overcrowded ‘Black Maria’ vans….
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…
Fake kidnaps: Desperate relatives turn self-abductions into family nightmares
Discover the disturbing trend of fake kidnappings in Nigeria, where individuals stage their own abductions for ransom, turning family nightmares into reali…
Abandoned abroad: Nigerians in UK stranded by passports renewal nightmare
Thousands of Nigerians in the UK face passport renewal nightmares, leaving them stranded. Discover the causes, impact, and urgent reforms needed for Nigeri…
Ibadan residents get relief as company repairs vandalised transformer, roads
Ibadan residents in Oluyole Estate finally get electricity after Sumal Foods repairs their vandalised transformer and roads as part of its CSR efforts….
Airport outrage mounts over aviation security officials’ excesses
Growing outrage over Nigerian airport security officials’ excesses and alleged corruption sparks concerns. Passengers demand reforms to restore confidence…
Rising insecurity fuels NYSC redeployment requests
Rising insecurity across Nigeria is causing a surge in NYSC redeployment requests from corps members fearing for their safety. Learn why graduates are seek…
176 Kwara residents still in captivity four months after mass abduction
Four months after a mass abduction in Kwara, 176 residents remain captive. Families plead for rescue as Democracy Day highlights ongoing insecurity and des…
Aviation operators, regulators locked in debt row
Nigeria’s aviation sector faces turmoil as operators and regulators clash over billions in unpaid statutory charges. Discover the latest on the aviation de…
Discover how criminal syndicates target and loot passengers’ luggage at airports. Learn about common tactics and what to do if your bags are stolen or dama…
How worsening inflation squeezes life out of ordinary citizens
Worsening inflation in Nigeria is severely impacting ordinary citizens, with rising food and fuel prices making daily life a struggle. Discover how Nigeria…
N10bn housing initiative eases burden on civil servants
A new N10bn housing initiative by FMBN and FGSHLB aims to expand mortgage access and improve homeownership for Nigerian civil servants amidst rising housin…
Nigerian insurers face a strict July 31 deadline for recapitalisation, needing N132bn to meet new capital rules amid a challenging economic climate….
Health experts warn that the rising trend of energy drink consumption among youths is linked to an alarming increase in kidney disease and renal failure….
Rising crude oil prices are boosting Nigeria’s FX gains, strengthening government revenue, improving foreign reserves, and supporting naira stability….
Analysts express concern as the US withdraws non-essential staff from its embassy in Nigeria, citing a deteriorating security situation and a lack of confi…
A new study claims an IQ decline in Gen Z, sparking debate. Experts discuss causes like screen time, while others point to a shift in cognitive skills….
Discover the health risks of Lagos street food. Many residents rely on cheap meals, but unhygienic conditions can lead to typhoid, cholera, and food poison…
A review of the key events that shaped aviation in Nigeria in 2025, from the N712bn airport upgrades and fare hikes to concession disputes and industry cha…
Explore the costly Christmas in Nigeria as soaring inflation turns festive celebrations into a luxury. See how families are coping with high prices….
Explore how Donald Trump’s 2025 CPC designation and Christmas airstrikes reshaped Nigeria-US relations, blending diplomacy with military action….
Discover how harmful traditional practices in Nigeria subject women accused of infidelity to ancestral wrath, psychological trauma, and rights violations….
Nigeria’s new capital gains tax is testing investor confidence, raising concerns about market growth, foreign investment, and overall competitiveness….
Explore how AI in communication is evolving from simple signals to complex algorithms. Experts debate its benefits, challenges like trust, and future impac…
Killing of Generals without strategic military response disgraceful – Analysts
Security analysts express dismay over the lack of a strategic military response to the repeated killing of Nigerian generals by terrorists like ISWAP….
Explore the rising tide of violence against women in Nigeria. Learn about the different forms of abuse, disturbing statistics, and the fight for safety….
Explore the growing gap between wages and cost of living in Nigeria, driven by inflation and economic instability. Learn why millions face poverty and the…
As Nigeria clocks 65 years of nationhood, reflections on the capital market show a sector that has recorded remarkable milestones but still falls short of its full potential. Experts pointed to landma…
At first glance, the school looks like any other struggling private establishment trying to find its footing. It consists of a single block of eight classrooms, a few offices, and several other buildi…
Nearly five decades after it hosted FESTAC ’77, the iconic National Theatre has been reborn as the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, blending memory, music and pageantry in a Lagos …
As Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, economists remain deeply divided on the country’s economic trajectory. While some highlight progress in education, infrastructure, and policy-driven r…