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Sunday Igboho

‘I know politicians behind Oyo kidnappings’ — Sunday Igboho alleges

“If I am permitted to burst into the hideouts, they will flee. They are neither gnomes nor mannequins; they are humans, so that they could be dislodged. I know the politicians behind them, and if they do not stop perpetrating their evil acts, I will mention them all. I know them. The politicians behind them are the ones giving them ammunition and money.
Police

Police debunk release of abducted Oyo school children, teachers

Again, students hospitalised as third gas leak hits Ogun schools

Again, students hospitalised as third gas leak hits Ogun schools

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Tinubu orders strict compliance with procurement rules

Tinubu orders strict compliance with procurement rules

President Bola Tinubu has directed Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to strictly adhere to existing procurement guidelines in the award of government contracts.

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Reps order probe of NILDS DG over Kwara primary allegation

Reps order probe of NILDS DG over Kwara primary allegation

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives on Thursday ordered an investigation into the Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, over allegations of participation in partisan political activities while still in office. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by […]

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Appeal Court judgment raises concern over APC participation in Rivers 2027 polls

Appeal Court judgment raises concern over APC participation in Rivers 2027 polls

By Daniel Abia, Port Harcourt There is growing concern among members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State that the party may struggle to present candidates in the 2027 general elections following a recent Court of Appeal judgment in Port Harcourt. The fears stem from interpretations of the ruling, which some party stakeholders […]

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Senate Steps down bill on Chartered institute of training and developing of Nigeria amid controversy

Senate Steps down bill on Chartered institute of training and developing of Nigeria amid controversy

By Henry Umoru  ABUJA- THE Senate has stepped down the consideration of the Chartered institute of training and development of Nigeria (Establishment) bill 2026, following stringent debates among lawmakers over its relevance and potential overlap with existing institutions. The bill which seeks to establish a professional body for certified trainers and development practitioners in Nigeria, […]

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Kidnapping in South-West is profit-driven enterprise, not religious — Olanrewaju

Kidnapping in South-West is profit-driven enterprise, not religious — Olanrewaju

Former Minister of Communications, Maj. Gen. Tajudeen Olanrewaju (retd), has described the rising cases of kidnapping and terrorism in the South-West as a profit-driven enterprise rather than a religious or territorial struggle.

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Iraola jets in to Liverpool to finalise Anfield deal

Iraola jets in to Liverpool to finalise Anfield deal

Andoni Iraola arrived in Liverpool on Thursday to finalise the details of his appointment as the club’s new head coach following the dismissal of Arne Slot.

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Kidnapping in S-West, profit-driven enterprise, not religious -Olarenwaju, ex- Minister 

Kidnapping in S-West, profit-driven enterprise, not religious -Olarenwaju, ex- Minister 

Says evolving security threats now terrorism *Calls for declaration of State of Emergency on insecurity  By Dapo Akinrefon  Former Minister of Communications, Maj. Gen. Tajudeen Olanrewaju (retd), on Thursday, described the ongoing kidnapping and terrorism in the South-West  as a profit-driven enterprise rather than a campaign rooted in territorial ambition or religious ideology. The former […]

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Rivers ADC plays down the political influence of Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ movement

Rivers ADC plays down the political influence of Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ movement

P/Harcourt Rpivers state chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has played down the overbearing influence of the ‘Rainbow Coalition’, a political movement associated with the minister of the federal capital territory, FCT, Barr Nyesom Wike. The party said that democracy thrives only on competition, and every political party has the constitutional right to seek […]

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First Lady reiterates stiffer penalties for terrorists, kidnappers

Group berates Ijaw, Urhobo leaders over attack on First Lady Olurem

By Jimitota Onoyume  A group Community Development Committee of the Niger Delta Oil and Gas Producing Areas, has berated leaders of  Ijaw and Urhobo of Warri who spoke at a joint press conference  of the ethnic nationalities recently  at Asaba for  trying to demonize the first lady of the country Senator Oluremi Tinubu over the […]

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Guardiola quit ‘100 times’ before leaving, says Man City chairman

Guardiola quit ‘100 times’ before leaving, says Man City chairman

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed Pep Guardiola was on the verge of quitting “100 times” before finally leaving at the end of this season.

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Ekiti 2026: 16 days to go, Oyebanji dominates, opposition struggles for relevance

Ekiti 2026: 16 days to go, Oyebanji dominates, opposition struggles for relevance

As Ekiti State moves toward the June 20, 2026 governorship election, the political atmosphere is becoming increasingly intense
2027: I endorse Obi, but I still support Tinubu’s policies — Omo-Agege

2027: I endorse Obi, but I still support Tinubu’s policies — Omo-Agege

‘I’m independent, Peter Obi doesn’t own me’ — Datti Baba-Ahmed

‘I’m independent, Peter Obi doesn’t own me’ — Datti Baba-Ahmed

2027: Babachir considers voting for Sowore, rules out APC, ADC, NDC

2027: Babachir considers voting for Sowore, rules out APC, ADC, NDC

Crisis hits NDC over Imo primaries

Crisis hits NDC over Imo primaries

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Obi defends Pastor Adeboye, warns Nigerians against ethnic division

Obi defends Pastor Adeboye, warns Nigerians against ethnic division

According to him, conversations that should have focused on development and the future of the country were diverted into divisive debates that weakened national cohesion.
Afenifere, Igbo presidency

Insecurity: Delay on State Police may trigger self help — Afenifere

Exchange

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 4, 2026

Kwara church abduction: Five worshippers killed, one escapes captivity

Kwara church abduction: Five worshippers killed, one escapes captivity

Naira falls to N1250/$ in parallel market

Naira now N1,398 /$ in parallel market

Top Podcasts

The Nigerian Meter: Counsellors Seun & Ibitayo Ladokun speak on sex, love, red flags before marriage

The Nigerian Meter: Counsellors Seun & Ibitayo Ladokun speak on sex, love, red flags before marriage

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ONE VOTE: 2027 Presidential Race – what to expect from contenders, if they win

ONE VOTE: 2027 Presidential Race – what to expect from contenders, if they win

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Wọ́n jí àwọn ọmọ ilé-ìwé àti àwọn olùkọ́ wọn gbé ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọyọ́; awakọ̀ kan pa ọmọ mẹ́ta ní Rivers, Arsenal gba ife liigi

Wọ́n jí àwọn ọmọ ilé-ìwé àti àwọn olùkọ́ wọn gbé ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọyọ́; awakọ̀ kan pa ọmọ mẹ́ta ní Rivers, Arsenal gba ife liigi

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ONE VOTE: Consensus Dilemma

ONE VOTE: Consensus Dilemma

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‘Area boys’ can’t disturb registered filmmakers – Agbo, DGN President; ‘Not true’ – AMVCA winner

‘Area boys’ can’t disturb registered filmmakers – Agbo, DGN President; ‘Not true’ – AMVCA winner

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Ìwòye: Jigawa politician dies, doctor nearly lynched, EFCC raids Uyo Teaching Hospital

Ìwòye: Jigawa politician dies, doctor nearly lynched, EFCC raids Uyo Teaching Hospital

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How church shaped, limited our music journey — Afrobeat pioneer, Twin-X

How church shaped, limited our music journey — Afrobeat pioneer, Twin-X

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Metro

7-month-old baby among 13 abducted by terrorists in Borno

7-month-old baby among 13 abducted by terrorists in Borno

•Families beg FG for rescue of travellers By Ndahi Marama MAIDUGURI — Fear and anxiety have gripped families in Borno State following the abduction of 13 travellers, including women and a seven-month-old baby, by suspected Boko Haram insurgents along the Biu–Damaturu highway through the Kamuya axis of the state. The victims were reportedly abducted on […]
prostitution

Prostitution’s no job, trafficking survivors warn Nigerian girls

Criminal allegations: Police invite man who shared video on extrajudicial killing of Oghenemine 

Criminal allegations: Police invite man who shared video on extrajudicial killing of Oghenemine 

Police nab Canada returnee at Lagos airport over 2025 N150m burglary

Police nab Canada returnee at Lagos airport over 2025 N150m burglary

C’River: Pastor allegedly beats 14-yr old girl to death over claims of theft

C’River: Pastor allegedly beats 14-yr old girl to death over claims of theft

Columns

Manufacturing recovery lifts Business Confidence Index to 104.6pts — NESG

Manufacturing recovery lifts Business Confidence Index to 104.6pts — NESG

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Olu Fasan

Broken politics: Deeply flawed primaries point to a messy 2027, by Olu Fasan

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Fayose’s insufferable political rascality, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

Fayose’s insufferable political rascality, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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

When technology fails or tempts you to stop thinking, by Ruth Oji

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Take the war to terrorists, their sympathisers and sponsors, by Rotimi Fasan

Take the war to terrorists, their sympathisers and sponsors, by Rotimi Fasan

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Insecurity: Incompetence, collusion or both? By Ochereome Nnanna

Insecurity: Incompetence, collusion or both? By Ochereome Nnanna

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Northern Nigeria beyond power: The imperative of internal renewal, by Usman Sarki

Northern Nigeria beyond power: The imperative of internal renewal, by Usman Sarki

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Entertainment

Davido’s aide Israel DMW to bury father in July

Davido’s aide Israel DMW to bury father in July

Mr Afeare, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, died on March 2 at the age of 71 following a brief illness. He reportedly passed away at a hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State.
‘Forgive me’ — Yinka Alaseyori apologises over remarks on Oyo abduction

‘Forgive me’ — Yinka Alaseyori apologises over remarks on Oyo abduction

Peabo Bryson

Grammy-winning ‘Voice of Love’ Peabo Bryson dies at 75

Okiki Adeshina

Yoruba actor Okiki Adeshina dies after car crash

Yinka-Alaseyori

Yinka Alaseyori under fire for saying prayer needed over Oyo abduction

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Your Business Has a Finance Stack. Does It Have a Legal Stack?

Slot Systems Expands Service Portfolio with FUJIFILM, Lebara, CubeCover Partnerships

Slot Systems Expands Service Portfolio with FUJIFILM, Lebara, CubeCover Partnerships

Afro-Textured Hair Transplant Turkey – Doctor Explain Risks

Afro-Textured Hair Transplant Turkey – Doctor Explain Risks

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Corporate Philanthropy: Tech Executive Cornelius Oroke Rebuilds Ebonyi Primary School, Upgrades Rural Infrastructure

Videos

Sights and Sounds: Never-Seen Videos from Ojude Oba 2026

Sights and Sounds: Never-Seen Videos from Ojude Oba 2026

Sallah: Residents Lament Rising Tomato Prices In Lagos Markets

Sallah: Residents Lament Rising Tomato Prices In Lagos Markets

Sallah: Nigerians groan as cost of ram hits N800k, cow N3.2m

Sallah: Nigerians groan as cost of ram hits N800k, cow N3.2m

My Swollen Eyes Have Become A Stigma; But I’ve Been Referred To Indian – Susan, Makeup Artist

My Swollen Eyes Have Become A Stigma; But I’ve Been Referred To Indian – Susan, Makeup Artist

ICYMI

Ajaero DSS

NLC threatens solidarity strike with teachers over kidnappings

“We are heartbroken by the ugly pictures of our children being held and tortured by depraved bandits in the forests"
Nyesom Wike

2027: ADC won’t get 10%  in Rivers — Wike

'We won't be intimidated'; PDP faction changes venue of Jonathan's ratification as presidential candidate

‘We won’t be intimidated’; PDP faction changes venue of Jonathan’s ratification as presidential candidate

Abducted Oyo teachers cry for mercy in new video released by their kidnappers

Abducted Oyo teachers cry for mercy in new video released by their kidnappers

May 30: ‘We still bleed’ – Igbo women

May 30: ‘We still bleed’ – Igbo women

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Tailor, I need two more caps’

Cartoon: ‘Tailor, I need two more caps’

Cartoon: Renewed arrangement

Cartoon: Renewed arrangement

Cartoon: What’s democracy?

Cartoon: What’s democracy?

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Business

Food Crisis: Cost of healthy diet rises further — NBS Report

Food Crisis: Cost of healthy diet rises further — NBS Report

By Elizabeth Adegbesan Despite the moderation in inflation rate reported by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, the financial burden of feeding on Nigerian households may have intensified as the national average Cost of a Healthy Diet (CoHD) climbed to N1,541 per adult per in March 2026, about 4.4 per cent up from N1,477 in March […]
NGX-Group-Building

NGX Group advocates stronger capital market integration into monetary policy framework

electricity

FG moves to accelerate mini-grid deployment with new guidelines

Nigeria spends $2.34bn on food imports in 2025, down 7.4%

Nigeria spends $2.34bn on food imports in 2025, down 7.4%

Tin-Can Island Port

Nigeria, Liberia move to deepen maritime cooperation, capacity building

Health

Ebola

WHO warns Ebola had ‘big head-start’ but response ‘catching up’

Cancer

Cancer researchers present advances and emerging treatments

10 things Nigerians should know to prevent Ebola infection

10 things Nigerians should know to prevent Ebola infection

Tinubu deploys 79 locally-assembled ambulances to tertiary hospitals nationwide

Tinubu deploys 79 locally-assembled ambulances to tertiary hospitals nationwide

Sports

Iraola jets in to Liverpool to finalise Anfield deal

Iraola jets in to Liverpool to finalise Anfield deal

Andoni Iraola arrived in Liverpool on Thursday to finalise the details of his appointment as the club's new head coach following the dismissal of Arne Slot.
Guardiola quit ‘100 times’ before leaving, says Man City chairman

Guardiola quit ‘100 times’ before leaving, says Man City chairman

Full list of 33 items banned from World Cup stadiums – one carries jail sentence

Full list of 33 items banned from World Cup stadiums – one carries jail sentence

Full list: Countries with the youngest World Cup 2026 squads

Full list: Countries with the youngest World Cup 2026 squads

Man City weigh lawsuit after Real Madrid presidential hopeful targets Haaland

Man City weigh lawsuit after Real Madrid presidential hopeful targets Haaland

Relationships

Dear Bumi, my boyfriend once dated my mom 

Dear Bumi, my boyfriend once dated my mom 

Does your man have the ‘love rat’ gene?!

Does your man have the ‘love rat’ gene?!

Dear Bunmi, what does it take to be a good husband?

Dear Bunmi, what does it take to be a good husband?

Dear Bunmi, he started shopping for a baby-mama

Dear Bunmi, he started shopping for a baby-mama

Special Report

Poor Water Access: Nigerians suffering, dying daily — CSOs, farmers

Poor Water Access: Nigerians suffering, dying daily — CSOs, farmers

AS the legendary and iconic Nigerian musician of blessed memory, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, puts it, “water no get enemy”, and now a globally accepted expression about the importance of the number one liquid God gave to humanity.

2026 Children’s Day: Which children is Nigeria celebrating?

2026 Children’s Day: Which children is Nigeria celebrating?

Children’s Day was usually a big day for us. We looked forward to match past, dance competitions, and more on that day

Uba Sani at Three: Inside governance revolution reshaping Kaduna State 

Uba Sani at Three: Inside governance revolution reshaping Kaduna State 

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna has steadily built a model anchored on inclusion, compassion, infrastructure, economic revitalisation, and peace

Judiciary/Rule of Law: No excuses to fail, but...

Tinubu’s Anniversary: Judiciary/Rule of Law – No excuses to fail, but…

Nigerians are worried. Members of the law profession also express concerns about the quality of judgments – sometimes contradicting evidence

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Technology

5 things to know about Meta’s new AI Agent on WhatsApp

5 things to know about Meta’s new AI Agent on WhatsApp

Meta has taken another major step in its artificial intelligence push with the launch of the Meta Business Agent, an AI-powered assistant designed to help businesses manage customer interactions and everyday operations across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger.

Kidnapping: Deploying telecom intelligence, best solution

Kidnapping: Deploying telecom intelligence, best solution

After over two weeks, the 46 people, consisting of 39 students, some as young as two years old, and 7 teachers abducted in Oyo primary school by dare-devil kidnappers are still in their custody.

Fourth Industrial Revolution: Engineers move to enhance Nigeria’s digital future with NIGERCON 2026

Fourth Industrial Revolution: Engineers move to enhance Nigeria’s digital future with NIGERCON 2026

In recent years, Nigeria has been seriously pushing ambitious digital economy targets, expanding broadband penetration, deepening digital inclusion and positioning technology as a key contributor to national GDP.

LSEF promotes tech education at Holy Ghost College, Owerri with AI-Tech Centre

LSEF promotes tech education at Holy Ghost College, Owerri with AI-Tech Centre

The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF), established by Africa’s foremost serial digital entrepreneur, Leo Stan Ekeh, has donated a multi-million-naira state-of-the-art AI-Tech Centre to Holy Ghost College, Owerri, Imo State, in a landmark gesture that added prestige and excitement to the school’s 77th anniversary celebration.

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Education

Dual mandate

Saving teacher education through Dual Mandate Policy 

With over one million candidates unable to secure admission into tertiary institutions yearly in the country, over 300,000 admission spaces are always unfilled

ASIS 2026: Seplat Energy leads education transformation dialogue

ASIS 2026: Seplat Energy leads education transformation dialogue

Seplat Energy Plc has joined the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2026 as official Theme Partner for the Education Session, as the summit prepares to convene Africa’s largest cross-sector gathering at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos from 22 to 24 July 2026. Under the partnership, Seplat Energy Plc will lead the Education Session at ASIS […]

FG, Japan boost teacher training with ICT support for 15 colleges of education

FG, Japan boost teacher training with ICT support for 15 colleges of education

By Joseph Erunke ABUJA: The Federal Government has concluded plans to distribute massive Information and Communication Technology, ICT equipment to 15 federal and state colleges of education across Nigeria under a major education support initiative funded by the Government of Japan. The development is part of “The Project for Capacity-building of Teachers to Promote Continuous […]

Beulah: Restoring hope to child-amputees, driving inclusive education

Beulah: Restoring hope to child-amputees, driving inclusive education

“When Beulah was born, the diagnosis made it clear that amputation was the best option following the congenital deformity of her right limb”

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