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Xenophobia: FG moves to evacuate Nigerians from S’Africa

Xenophobia: FG moves to evacuate Nigerians from S’Africa

The Federal Government has commenced arrangements to evacuate Nigerians willing to return home from South Africa following renewed anti-foreigner protests and rising tensions in parts of that country.
‘Come seal our office if you can’ – Turaki faction tells Wike

‘Come seal our office if you can’ – Turaki faction tells Wike

Plateau

Gunmen kill 13 in fresh Plateau attack, many injured

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S’Africa court overturns vote quashing impeachment proceedings against Ramaphosa

S’Africa court overturns vote quashing impeachment proceedings against Ramaphosa

South Africa’s Constitutional Court on Friday overturned a vote in parliament that had quashed the opening of impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a cash-heist scandal.

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Anti-Tinubu Post: You’ve a case to answer, court tells Sowore

Anti-Tinubu Post: You’ve a case to answer, court tells Sowore

Sowore, who is on trial for calling President Bola Tinubu a “criminal” in a social media post, had argued that the DSS failed to adduce credible evidence linking him to the alleged offence.

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Mohbad family crisis began long before he died – Widow

Mohbad family crisis began long before he died – Widow

Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Aloba, has spoken about the ongoing tension within the late singer’s family, alleging that her father-in-law wants the DNA test involving her son, Liam, to return negative.

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2026 Guber: Use your vote to secure continuity, Oyebanji tells Ekiti people

2026 Guber: Use your vote to secure continuity, Oyebanji tells Ekiti people

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has called on the people of the state to use their votes in the forthcoming governorship election, to secure continuity of good governance and defeat politics of retrogression.

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‘Come seal our office if you can’ – Turaki faction tells Wike

‘Come seal our office if you can’ – Turaki faction tells Wike

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with Kabiru Turaki has challenged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to carry out his threat of shutting down its operational office.

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Screening: APC receives petition against Ekiti senator

Screening: APC receives petition against Ekiti senator

The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, on Friday began the screening of aspirants for various elective positions ahead of its 2027 election primaries, with a member from Ekiti State, Afuye Idowu, filing the first petition, calling for the disqualification of Senator Cyril Fasuyi from the forthcoming Ekiti North Senatorial District primary elections.

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Rihanna sparks fresh online buzz over Ayra Starr, Tyla rivalry

Rihanna sparks fresh online buzz over Ayra Starr, Tyla rivalry

A social media post by Rihanna after the 2026 Met Gala has sparked another round of online arguments between Tyla and Ayra Starr’s fans.

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NECO

Over 35m Nigerians wrote NECO exams in 25 years – Registrar

The National Examinations Council, NECO, has revealed that over 35 million candidates have participated in its various examinations since its establishment 25 years ago, highlighting the council’s expanding influence on educational assessment and national development.

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Troops bust illegal arms factories in Plateau, arrest five suspects

Troops bust illegal arms factories in Plateau, arrest five suspects

He said the raid followed intensive human intelligence gathering and strategic surveillance conducted by security operatives within the Joint Operations Area.

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Gov Usman Ododo of Kogi

Kogi govt seals orphanage home after kidnap incident

The Kogi government has sealed the Daarul Kitab Islamic Training Centre in Zariagi, Adavi Local Government Area, for operating without government approval.

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Politics

2026 Guber: Use your vote to secure continuity, Oyebanji tells Ekiti people

2026 Guber: Use your vote to secure continuity, Oyebanji tells Ekiti people

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has called on the people of the state to use their votes in the forthcoming governorship election, to secure continuity of good governance and defeat politics of retrogression.
2027: Hayatu-Deen picks ADC presidential nomination form

2027: Hayatu-Deen picks ADC presidential nomination form

APC desperate to turn Nigeria into one-party state— Bucknor-Akerele

APC desperate to turn Nigeria into one-party state— Bucknor-Akerele

PLATEAU 2027: APC strengthens hold as support grows for Mutfwang

PLATEAU 2027: APC strengthens hold as support grows for Mutfwang

‘Nigeria now working’, Shettima insists

‘Nigeria now working’, Shettima insists

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Journalists in Portugal

Nigerian newspapers review: [Xenophobia] FG moves to evacuate Nigerians from S’Africa

Another headline features the Senate making a dramatic U-turn on its controversial amendment barring first-time senators from contesting for presiding offices, reopening the race for Senate President and Deputy Senate President in the 11th National Assembly.
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 8, 2026

Plateau: Killings won’t continue — Mutfwang

Plateau: Killings won’t continue — Mutfwang

NiMet warns of flooding in Lagos, Delta, Rivers, 16 other states

NiMet warns of flooding in Lagos, Delta, Rivers, 16 other states

Sultan of Sokoto Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III

Those who kill are criminals, not Muslim terrorists – Sultan

Metro

NDLEA

Nigerian billionaire arrested in Switzerland drug raid

By Kingsley Omonobi Operatives of a Special Operations Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in close coordination with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Lagos Country Office and law enforcement partners from Switzerland, France, and Greece have successfully dismantled a transnational criminal organisation involved in drug laundering operations running into hundreds […]
Insecurity

Many feared killed as gunmen attack mourners at mass burial in Plateau

Police nab Bayelsa sender of gun that led to Oghenemine’s killing by Delta officer

Police nab Bayelsa sender of gun that led to Oghenemine’s killing by Delta officer

Court okays El-Rufai’s dental, eye treatment in Abuja under ICPC supervision

Court okays El-Rufai’s dental, eye treatment in Abuja under ICPC supervision

‘They deceived us; but I made money’ — Women trafficked to Ivory Coast for prostitution

‘They deceived us; but I made money’ — Women trafficked to Ivory Coast for prostitution

Columns

Donu Kogbara

Should opposition parties boycott the election? By Donu Kogbara

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Who is After Obi, Kwankwaso Again? By Azu Ishiekwene

Who is After Obi, Kwankwaso Again? By Azu Ishiekwene

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Attacks: Many South Africans have always been hostile, by Adekunle Adekoya

Attacks: Many South Africans have always been hostile, by Adekunle Adekoya

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Africans shouldn’t join our xenophobic South African brothers in lunacy, by Owei Lakemfa

Africans shouldn’t join our xenophobic South African brothers in lunacy, by Owei Lakemfa

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Olu Fasan

2027: A divided opposition will aid Tinubu’s return, by Olu Fasan

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Gov Radda’s digital revolution in Katsina, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

Gov Radda’s digital revolution in Katsina, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

The podcast effect — Why authenticity now beats authority, by Ruth Oji

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Entertainment

Mohbad family crisis began long before he died – Widow

Mohbad family crisis began long before he died – Widow

Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Aloba, has spoken about the ongoing tension within the late singer’s family, alleging that her father-in-law wants the DNA test involving her son, Liam, to return negative.
Rihanna sparks fresh online buzz over Ayra Starr, Tyla rivalry

Rihanna sparks fresh online buzz over Ayra Starr, Tyla rivalry

‘Nigerian artists now prioritise clout-chasing over craft’ – Teni

‘Nigerian artists now prioritise clout-chasing over craft’ – Teni

‘I was paid over N1million for Monica 2’ – Actress Blessing Onwukwe

‘I was paid over N1million for Monica 2’ – Actress Blessing Onwukwe

‘I’m starting my masters’s degree in political science next year’ – Davido

‘I’m starting my masters’s degree in political science next year’ – Davido

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OPay Partners CBN to Advance Youth Financial Literacy at Global Money Week 2026

OPay Partners CBN to Advance Youth Financial Literacy at Global Money Week 2026

Videos

Why I Left Obidient Movement For Tinubu — James Kitaya Explains | The Nigerian Meter podcast

Why I Left Obidient Movement For Tinubu — James Kitaya Explains | The Nigerian Meter podcast

Cashtivists vs Activists: Dee-One Speaks | The Nigerian Meter Podcast

Cashtivists vs Activists: Dee-One Speaks | The Nigerian Meter Podcast

Trump’s Visa Policy ‘We can’t leave our adopted child behind’ – Wilsons, US couple stuck in Nigeria

Trump’s Visa Policy ‘We can’t leave our adopted child behind’ – Wilsons, US couple stuck in Nigeria

‘I Need Help To Save My Arm And Kidney’ — 31 Year Old John Harrison

‘I Need Help To Save My Arm And Kidney’ — 31 Year Old John Harrison

ICYMI

2027: 'Presidential race is not computer game; I'll consult widely' - Jonathan

2027: ‘Presidential race is not computer game; I’ll consult widely’ – Jonathan

"I’ve observed elections in about 14 or more African countries. Presidential race is not a computer game. But I heard you. And I will consult widely"
Alleged N33bn Fraud: Court remands ex-Power Minister, Mamman in prison

Court convicts ex-power minister Mamman of N33.8bn fraud

Alleged Coup: ‘N10m paid to me was for prayers’ – Cleric

Alleged Coup: ‘N10m paid to me was for prayers’ – Cleric

President Yar'Adua wasn't driven by noise or theatrics - Tambuwal

President Yar’Adua wasn’t driven by noise or theatrics – Tambuwal

Datti and Obi

2027: Baba-Ahmed faults Obi leadership, says north unlikely to back him, Kwankwaso

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Cartoon: Add 'Bandits Allowance' to next budget

Cartoon: Add ‘Bandits Allowance’ to next budget

Cartoon: Gentleman? In Nigerian politics?

Cartoon: Gentleman? In Nigerian politics?

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Cartoon: Birds of a feather…

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Business

Customs agents protest Marine Police disruption of legitimate trade

Customs agents protest Marine Police disruption of legitimate trade

By Godwin Oritse A group of concerned licensed customs agents and maritime stakeholders under the aegis of the Association of Nigeria Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police over alleged interference of the Marine Police in port operations. Specifically, they accused the Police unit of blocking and extorting importers of duly cleared cargoes […]
Oil price drops, marketers keep pump price high

Oil price drops, marketers keep pump price high

FirstHoldCo Profit Rockets 72.2% in Q1

FirstHoldCo Profit Rockets 72.2% in Q1

FRC unveils incentives to grow actuarial workforce

FRC unveils incentives to grow actuarial workforce

REFINERIES: NUPENG demands results over FG, China partnership

REFINERIES: NUPENG demands results over FG, China partnership

Health

Malaria vaccine

WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in ‘limited’ outbreak

Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak ‘not the start of an epidemic’ – WHO

Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak ‘not the start of an epidemic’ – WHO

Pharmacists hail Judith Udeh as JunGlobal healthcare solutions debuts

Pharmacists hail Judith Udeh as JunGlobal healthcare solutions debuts

Lagos, 57 councils seal 10-year healthcare pact to revamp PHCs, cut maternal deaths

Lagos, 57 councils seal 10-year healthcare pact to revamp PHCs, cut maternal deaths

Sports

Arsenal sense Premier League glory as Spurs eye safety

Arsenal sense Premier League glory as Spurs eye safety

Arsenal are firmly back in control of the Premier League title race and a win at struggling West Ham on Sunday could all but seal the Gunners' first English title in 22 years.
‘I’m truly sorry’ — Valverde speaks after clash with teammate Tchouaméni

‘I’m truly sorry’ — Valverde speaks after clash with teammate Tchouaméni

Real Madrid to punish Valverde, Tchouameni after training ground clash

Real Madrid to punish Valverde, Tchouameni after training ground clash

Aston Villa crush Nottingham Forest to reach Europa League final

Aston Villa crush Nottingham Forest to reach Europa League final

Dubois vows to take out ‘trash’ WBO heavyweight champion Wardley

Dubois vows to take out ‘trash’ WBO heavyweight champion Wardley

Relationships

It pays to enjoy being a merry widow!

It pays to enjoy being a merry widow!

Why you need to make your marriage more important than  your children

Why you need to make your marriage more important than  your children

relationship

What’s a man’s pride got to do with it when he smells the money?!

Why a new dad and his partner should equally be the most important in their child’s life

Why a new dad and his partner should equally be the most important in their child’s life

Special Report

Security Trust Fund: Global lessons, local successes, the road ahead

Security Trust Fund: Global lessons, local successes, the road ahead

By Muiz Banire, SAN In the contemporary governance landscape, few responsibilities weigh as heavily on the state as the obligation to guarantee the security of lives and property. In fact, in Nigeria, it is a constitutional duty for the government at all levels. It is a primary obligation of government to ensure security and welfare […]

2027: Obi, Kwankwaso exit pushes ADC to breaking point

2027: Obi, Kwankwaso exit pushes ADC to breaking point

Obi brought strong backing from urban voters and much of the South. Kwankwaso commanded a loyal base in the North

Enugu: Are Gil Nnaji, Chinyeaka Ohaa in guber race for real?

Enugu: Are Gil Nnaji, Chinyeaka Ohaa in guber race for real?

Gilbert Nnaji has long been a familiar figure in Enugu politics. He rose through the ranks of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—from local government chairman

Lagos Guber: Sanwo-Olu breaking long-standing ‘jinx’ with endorsement of deputy

Lagos Guber: Sanwo-Olu breaking long-standing ‘jinx’ with endorsement of deputy

Hamzat will be the first Lagos deputy governor to serve eight consecutive years, if he completes the current term in 2027

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Technology

Elon Musk

Musk to spend $55bn on SpaceX AI chip project in Texas

Elon Musk’s SpaceX plans to invest at least $55 billion to build a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Texas, according to a public notice Wednesday, producing chips for artificial intelligence, robotics and data centers in space.

Cybercrime surge hits Nigeria’s digital economy as losses hit N12bn annually

Cybercrime surge hits Nigeria’s digital economy as losses hit N12bn annually

Nigeria’s digital economy is growing fast, but cyber attacks are also increasing, and security is not improving quickly enough to match it.

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Digital commerce accelerates shift to pre-owned goods in Nigeria

Digital marketplaces and rising economic pressures are speeding up Nigeria’s shift toward a tech-driven second-hand goods market, where online platforms are changing how people buy, sell, and access affordable products.

Stakeholders highlight co-location as key solution to Africa’s digital infrastructure challenges

Stakeholders highlight co-location as key solution to Africa’s digital infrastructure challenges

Key stakeholders in Africa’s digital infrastructure ecosystem have identified co-location services as a critical solution to the continent’s persistent challenges, including energy constraints, infrastructure gaps, and investment risks.

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Education

‘Demolitions, hardship responsible for low students’ turnout in Lagos as 3rd term begins’

‘Demolitions, hardship responsible for low students’ turnout in Lagos as 3rd term begins’

“Transport fare has increased again, and when you add that to the new price of exercise books, the money I have is just not enough”

FG introduces school textbooks ranking system

FG introduces school textbooks ranking system

This ranking, officials say, will determine the most suitable and highest-quality textbooks for each subject and level of education.

NASU, CONUA, NAPTAN to FG: You can’t scrap ‘irrelevant courses’ in varsities

NASU, CONUA, NAPTAN to FG: You can’t scrap ‘irrelevant courses’ in varsities

Abuja—The federal government yesterday stirred the hornet’s nest with a declaration to phase out from the  university system  courses it deemed irrelevant to the country’s economic future

May Day: Insecurity, poverty ‘re national emergencies threatening workers — Tinubu

NASU, CONUA, NAPTAN to FG: You can’t scrap ‘irrelevant courses’ in varsities

The federal government yesterday stirred the hornet’s nest with a declaration to phase out from the university system courses it deemed irrelevant to the country’s economic future, an indication that several social science programmes could be on the chopping block.

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