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Benin Coup plotters

Democracy Survives: How Benin Republic coup failed — FG

President Bola Tinubu yesterday commended the gallantry of Nigeria’s military for responding swiftly to the request by the Government of the Benin Republic to save its 35-year-old democracy from coup plotters, who struck at dawn yesterday.
Blackout in north

Amid blackouts: NERC, experts clash as DisCos’ revenue rises to N1.7trn

PDP crisis: Wike’s camp moves to re-organise state chapters, conduct fresh congresses, convention

PDP crisis: Wike’s camp moves to re-organise state chapters, conduct fresh congresses, convention

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Gunmen

Many feared dead as gunmen attack market area in Anambra community

Fear and confusion gripped Nawfia community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State on Sunday following a deadly attack by unknown gunmen at the Fair (Afor) Market Junction.

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Xiaomi Unveils The Brand New REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series in Nigeria

“Fun to the MAX” This Christmas Season: Xiaomi Unveils The Brand New REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series in Nigeria

As the festive season begins across Nigeria, Xiaomi is bringing even more excitement with the launch of the REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series, designed to deliver “Fun to the MAX” for entertainment lovers, students, families, and professionals. Arriving just in time for Christmas, the REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series also comes with exclusive gifts, making […]

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Petroleum Sector Retards National Progress

Petroleum Sector Retards National Progress

By Dele Sobowale NNPCL is the only state-owned oil producing organization in the entire world which has become a perpetual drag on the nation’s progress. Last week, just as the nation was celebrating the declaration of Ntn profits from operations last year, Nigerians were once again reminded that very little has changed in the management of […]

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DisCos

Amid blackouts: NERC, experts clash as DisCos’ revenue rises to N1.7trn

•Billing, collection efficiency on the rise – NERC • Experts disagree, say customers are being cheated By Ediri Ejoh The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, and experts in the sector appear to be singing a different song  over the factors driving the  increase in the revenue of  electricity distribution companies, DisCos. While NERC attributed the increase in […]

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SEC

Stock market rebounds as investors gain N2.4trn

•2026 positioning begins By Peter Egwuatu  The Nigerian stock market has recovered from losses it recorded in November as investors gained N2.436 trillion in the five trading days of last week. Specifically, the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, market capitalisation, which represents the total value of shares listed on the Exchange, rose to N93.722 trillion on Friday […]

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Pound to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

The British Pound Sterling (GBP) started the week trading at strong levels against the Nigerian Naira (NGN), reflecting persistent demand for the UK currency in both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Monday.

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

The Nigerian Naira experienced a relatively stable start to the week against the US Dollar across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market.

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Withdrawal of escorts

10th Day in Captivity: Bayagan community begs, Kwara govt, police to rescue monarch

By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin The Bayagan-ile Community in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara state has called for the intervention of the police, the state government and other security agencies to rescue the monarchAlhaji Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan-Ile from the bandits. Recall that the monarch, who is still in the captivity of the […]

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Mbaise New Yam festival

Imo govt seals hotel, mortuary over alleged kidnapping, organ harvesting

By Emmanuel Iheaka The Imo State government has ordered the closure of a hotel and a mortuary allegedly used for kidnapping and the harvesting of human organs.The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Chioma Egu; Chief Pathologist of the Imo State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Ibeaja Okechukwu; and the Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, visited the hotel […]

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The Nigeria Police Force

Police storm kidnappers’ camp in Abuja, rescue 7 victims

By Kingsley Omonobi The Police in Abuja have busted a kidnapping syndicate following a raid on their den in Ushafa, which led to the rescue of seven kidnapped victims after a gun duel. Spokesperson for the FCT Command, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement. She said: “On December 5, 2025, the FCT Police […]

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Politics

Terrorism: ‘No one can remain a spectator’, says Macron after phone call with Tinubu

Terrorism: ‘No one can remain a spectator’, says Macron after phone call with Tinubu

French President Emmanuel Macron has signalled a stronger partnership with Nigeria as the country faces escalating security crises, particularly terrorism in the northern region.
2027: ‘Zoning not on the table, make up your mind’ —  ADC tells Obi

2027: ‘Zoning not on the table, make up your mind’ —  ADC tells Obi

Osun poll: APC in turmoil as Omisore, others blow hot over mass disqualification

Osun poll: APC in turmoil as Omisore, others blow hot over mass disqualification

Tinubu

APC govs back Tinubu on security reforms

Progressive Govs Forum passes vote of confidence on Tinubu

Progressive Govs Forum passes vote of confidence in Tinubu

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Pound to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

The British Pound Sterling (GBP) started the week trading at strong levels against the Nigerian Naira (NGN), reflecting persistent demand for the UK currency in both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Monday.
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, December 8, 2025

Benin’s interior minister says coup attempt has been ‘foiled’

Benin’s interior minister says coup attempt has been ‘foiled’

Harrison Gwamnishu

Harrison Gwamnishu, family of abducted Edo couple in ransom controversy

10 African countries with best road quality in 2025

10 African countries with best road quality in 2025

Metro

Economy: Why some gorgeously dressed ladies steal food, plates, spoons at owambes

Economy: Why some gorgeously dressed ladies steal food, plates, spoons at owambes

As funny as this may sound, not all gorgeously dressed ladies at parties came to honour the celebrant. While many came to merry with the host, some came for free food as the economic downturn has reduced many people’s ability to afford three-square meals.
Harrison Gwamnishu

Harrison Gwamnishu, family of abducted Edo couple in ransom controversy

Nnamdi Kanu

Nnamdi Kanu’s new neighbours speak on ‘unusual prisoner’ in Sokoto

Unregistered POS terminals 'll be seized, fintechs on watchlist - CAC

From January unregistered POS terminals ‘ll be seized; fintechs on watchlist – CAC

'Where are our wives?'- Husbands of kidnapped Defence Ministry directors cry after N60m ransom 

‘Where are our wives?’- Husbands of kidnapped Defence Ministry directors cry after N60m ransom 

Columns

Blacklisted Gov Eno takes on intellectual Offiong Aqua hits rock

Blacklisted Gov Eno takes on intellectual Offiong Aqua hits rock

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Police State or State Police?

Police State or State Police?

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Let’s obey courts on vehicle inspection, by Tonnie Iredia

Let’s obey courts on vehicle inspection, by Tonnie Iredia

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Knowing when to quit, by Patrick Omorodion

Knowing when to quit, by Patrick Omorodion

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Violence and the ’emilokan’ presidency, by Obi Nwakanma

Violence and the ’emilokan’ presidency, by Obi Nwakanma

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The season of good news, by Funmi Komolafe

The season of good news, by Funmi Komolafe

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I stand by President Tinubu against foreign Intervention (2), by Dele Sobowale

I stand by President Tinubu against foreign Intervention (2), by Dele Sobowale

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Entertainment

Why I didn’t sign Flavour years ago – Kcee

Why I didn’t sign Flavour years ago – Kcee

Nigerian singer Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, has opened up about his long-rumoured rift with highlife star Flavour, shedding new light on what he believes sparked the tension.
I have never dated anyone violent towards me — Nkechi Blessing Sunday

I have never dated anyone violent towards me — Nkechi Blessing Sunday

How I landed role in 2Baba’s ‘African Queen’ – Yvonne Jegede

How I landed role in 2Baba’s ‘African Queen’ – Yvonne Jegede

Footballer, Bukayo Saka, preserves his Yoruba identity through marriage

Footballer, Bukayo Saka, preserves his Yoruba identity through marriage

I’m married but not in my husband’s house – Singer Shola Allyson

I’m married but not in my husband’s house – Singer Shola Allyson

Web3

Thailand seizes $300 mn in assets linked to cyberscam networks

Thailand seizes $300 mn in assets linked to cyberscam networks

Thailand has seized more than $300 million in assets tied to criminal networks running multibillion-dollar scam centres in Southeast Asia, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Wednesday.
‘A game of numbers’, Seye Bandele shares blueprint for scaling at Africa Startup Festival 2025

‘A game of numbers’, Seye Bandele shares blueprint for scaling at Africa Startup Festival 2025

Top 10 assets in the world

Top 10 assets in the world

WhatsApp to allow iPhone users log in to multiple accounts

WhatsApp to allow iPhone users log in to multiple accounts

Why many websites went down today – Cloudflare

Why many websites went down today – Cloudflare

Promoted

Xiaomi Unveils The Brand New REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series in Nigeria

“Fun to the MAX” This Christmas Season: Xiaomi Unveils The Brand New REDMI Pad 2 Pro Series in Nigeria

Ruby Reels Casino - My 60-Day Review: Is This the Best New Online Casino in Canada for 2026?

Ruby Reels Casino – My 60-Day Review: Is This the Best New Online Casino in Canada for 2026?

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Advanxis Announces the Second Edition of the National  Automation Prize 2025 (NAP 2025): Nigeria’s Premier  Competition for PLC/SCADA and Industrial Automation  Talent 

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Why Tech Innovation in Online Games Is Reshaping the Future of Fun

Videos

“In Mushin, We Don’t Give Up” — Revisiting Bisi Alimi’s 2024 interview on 20 years of living with HIV

“In Mushin, We Don’t Give Up” — Revisiting Bisi Alimi’s 2024 interview on 20 years of living with HIV

‘Help save my life, I’ve lost both breasts to cancer’ – Grandmother Nelson Joyce cries out

‘Help save my life, I’ve lost both breasts to cancer’ – Grandmother Nelson Joyce cries out

Historically: Remembering the 2020 rice farm attack in Borno

Historically: Remembering the 2020 rice farm attack in Borno

Historically: Why Remembrance Day was once November 11

Historically: Why Remembrance Day was once November 11

Naija Diaspora

Detty December: Nigerians boycott shortlet apartments for hotels as booking prices skyrocket

Detty December: Nigerians boycott shortlet apartments for hotels as booking prices skyrocket

Detty December in Nigeria has always been a season of movement: airports buzzing, events fully booked, and city centres filled with returning diaspora and holiday seekers.
US-based Nigerian CEO accused of $7m fraud arrested at airport while boarding flight to Nigeria

US-based Nigerian CEO accused of $7m fraud arrested at airport while boarding flight to Nigeria

10 African countries affected as Trump orders Green Card review [Full List]

10 African countries affected as Trump orders Green Card review [Full List]

4 dead, 10 injured in California family gathering shooting

4 dead, 10 injured in California family gathering shooting

Full list: Canada flags 17 African countries as high-risk in new travel advisory

Full list: Canada flags 17 African countries as high-risk in new travel advisory

ICYMI

Ooni launches Ojaja University

Ooni launches Ojaja University

The event was part of the activities marking the 10th Coronation Anniversary of Ooni Ogunwusi
Professor-Pat-Utomi

Politicians fuelling division in Nigeria – Utomi

People who fight over N1,000 from Baba determine party candidates - Politician-turned cleric

People who fight over N1,000 from Baba determine party candidates – Politician-turned cleric

PDP

PDP Crisis: Court defers hearing of pro-Wike faction’s suit till Jan 14

Dangote

Why promising northern industries collapsed —Dangote

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Who's watering this tree?

Cartoon: Who’s watering this tree?

Cartoon: ‘Let me repeat class if I fail’

Cartoon: ‘Let me repeat class if I fail’

Cartoon: ‘I’m just a good negotiator’

Cartoon: ‘I’m just a good negotiator’

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Business

DisCos

Amid blackouts: NERC, experts clash as DisCos’ revenue rises to N1.7trn

•Billing, collection efficiency on the rise – NERC • Experts disagree, say customers are being cheated By Ediri Ejoh The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, and experts in the sector appear to be singing a different song  over the factors driving the  increase in the revenue of  electricity distribution companies, DisCos. While NERC attributed the increase in […]
SEC

Stock market rebounds as investors gain N2.4trn

Nigerians turning to digital retail to navigate inflation pressures—Report

Nigerians turning to digital retail to navigate inflation pressures—Report

Lagos must think bigger, act smarter — Adedipe, George

Lagos must think bigger, act smarter — Adedipe, George

Banks, insurance contribution to economy falls 15% to N1.51trn

Banks, insurance contribution to economy falls 15% to N1.51trn

Health

Daily music listening helps to keep aging brains sharper for longer — Study

Daily music listening helps to keep aging brains sharper for longer — Study

Cheap deworming drug shows promise as potential cancer killer

Cheap deworming drug shows promise as potential cancer killer

Study uncovers weapon against immune system in cancer patients

Study uncovers weapon against immune system in cancer patients

From left: Prof. Modupe Akinyinka, Dr. Tolu Olufunlayo, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi, Prof. Yetunde Kuyinu, and Prof. Ololade Wright at the 2025 Biennial & Scientific Conference of the Association of Public Health Physicians of Nigeria, APHPN, Lagos Chapter recently.

Nigeria’s health system faces crisis amid financing, workforce shortages – Public physicians warn

Sports

Crystal Palace sink Fulham to reach fourth place

Crystal Palace sink Fulham to reach fourth place

Crystal Palace moved into fourth place in the Premier League as their remarkable rise hit a new high with a 2-1 win against Fulham.
Rutter late equalizer denies West Ham victory at Brighton

Rutter late equalizer denies West Ham victory at Brighton

‘You can’t say that in public’, Michael Owen rebukes Salah over outburst

‘You can’t say that in public’, Michael Owen rebukes Salah over outburst

Messi extends record as player with most trophies after MLS Cup triumph

Messi extends record as player with most trophies after MLS Cup triumph

Messi leads Inter Miami to first MLS Cup title

Messi leads Inter Miami to first MLS Cup title

Relationships

Countries offering fast-track citizenship through marriage to foreign nationals

Why open marriages work for some!

There’s proof menopause makes you more forgetful!

There’s proof menopause makes you more forgetful!

A man’s lifestyle can affect quality of his sperm

A man’s lifestyle can affect quality of his sperm

A man who raises his fist to a defenceless woman needs psychiatric help!

A man who raises his fist to a defenceless woman needs psychiatric help!

Special Report

Why Netizens think Matawalle should also resign as old video trends again 

Why Netizens think Matawalle should also resign as old video trends again 

“Not all of them are criminals, some are good citizens, but due to some circumstances, they subscribe to such criminality”

Kidnap Terror Returns: From Abuja to North, communities live in fear again

Kidnap Terror Returns: From Abuja to North, communities live in fear again

IN just two weeks, Nigeria has been gripped by a wave of coordinated kidnappings from the Federal Capital Territory to the far North-West

Aeropolitics: Without policy backing, partnerships, Nigerian airlines can’t thrive internationally — Demuren

Aeropolitics: Without policy backing, partnerships, Nigerian airlines can’t thrive internationally — Demuren

Stakeholders in the air transport sector gathered in Lagos to hear former NCAA D-G,Demuren, assess Nigeria’s position in international aeropolitics

Why we still don’t open our businesses on Mondays —South-East residents

Why we still don’t open our businesses on Mondays — South-East residents

Despite improved security situation in the South-East, some commercial cities in the area are still not opening for businesses on Monday

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Technology

Robotics, coding classes, giving Nigeria’s edu-system facelift – Women in technology

Robotics, coding classes, giving Nigeria’s edu-system facelift – Women in technology

A post-event report by Women in Technology in Nigeria, WITIN, has revealed that schools nationwide have started establishing robotics clubs, coding classes, sustainability projects and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, STEM innovation hubs to give Nigeria’s education system a facelift. 

Improved financial mgt raises FairMoney’s credit rating

Improved financial mgt raises FairMoney’s credit rating

The deployment of cutting-edge technology and customer-centric approach in financial management have combined to give Nigeria’s frontline Microfinance bank, FairMoney improved credit rating by Global Credit Rating, GCR.

Meta

Meta begins removal of under-16s from social media in Australia

Tech giant Meta said Thursday it is starting to remove under-16s in Australia from Instagram, Threads and Facebook ahead of the country’s world-first youth social media ban.

Startup Success Hinges on Product Credibility, Governance, and Founder Experience – Experts at Africa Startup Festival

Startup Success Hinges on Product Credibility, Governance, and Founder Experience – Experts at Africa Startup Festival

At the ongoing Africa Startup Festival, industry leaders highlighted key factors that determine whether startups attract funding and succeed in competitive markets.

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Education

NUC identifies 32 ‘honorary degree mills’

NUC identifies 32 ‘honorary degree mills’

NUC received the report of its Committee on the Investigation of the Awards and Public Use or Misuse of Honorary Doctorates

Commonwealth doctors call for adherence to COVID-19 guidelines in New Year

Enabulele pushes for youth civic responsibility as Eghosa Grammar School wins DOEF debate

By Chioma Obinna As Nigeria grapples with declining educational engagement and growing youth disillusionment, the 2025 Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation (DOEF) Debate Competition for secondary schools has emerged as a beacon of hope, challenging students to think critically, engage civically and reclaim the narrative around education. Meanwhile, Eghosa Grammar School has won the N1m star prize […]

teachers

FCT teacher, Serah Yusuf, emerges winner of 2025 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition

Serah Yusuf of Wisdom International School of Excellence (WISE), Tudun Wada, Lugbe, FCT Abuja,has emerged the winner of the 11th edition of the prestigious Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition at the Grand Finale held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Yusuf, adjudged the winner of the 2025 Maltina […]

World bank

How conducive environment leads to better learning outcomes — World Bank report  

By Adesina Wahab A report by World Bank, which was published in Education for Global Development, has shown how inadequate learning environment can undermine the promise of education, but well-designed spaces can enhance teaching methods and lead to better student outcomes. Education is the pathway to jobs and the surest way out of poverty, empowering generations […]

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