PFIPC: Police arrest Adeyemi’s father amid ongoing forgery probe
'The operation drew the attention of residents and caused anxiety within the household, particularly for the suspect's elderly mother'
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NGE to host 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture July 23
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has announced it will, on July 23, 2026, host the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture in Lagos.
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AI actress Tilly Norwood to star in feature film
The movie title “Misaligned” refers to the notion of the struggle to make AI align with human values and goals.
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Court orders remand of 3 suspects over killing of ex-OGTV broadcaster, guard
The order followed an ex parte application filed by the Ogun State Police Command seeking the suspects’ remand while investigations and prosecutorial review are concluded.
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Lagos Police arrest 150 suspects, recover 100 motorcycles, firearms in anti-crime raid
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 150 suspects and recovered 100 unregistered motorcycles, firearms, suspected stolen property and illicit drugs during a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts in the Igando and Idimu areas of the state.
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Cyberbullying: Adeyanju cites Tinubu’s words in Sowore defence, tenders video evidence
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju on Monday told a Federal High Court in Abuja that President Bola Tinubu had publicly declared that Nigerians were free to criticise and “even insult” him.
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Alia to Tinubu: Benue will “double the numbers” for 2027 as APC unity holds
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia on Monday reassured President Bola Tinubu that the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains united in the State despite recent internal disagreements. Governor Alia said he was confident the APC would emerge stronger and deliver greater electoral support in 2027. Speaking with State […]
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My blessings are with candidates backed by Gov Abdulrazaq: Emir of Ilorin
…Says Gov has done very well, urges continuous support for him …I’m certain other aspirants will back our candidature: Speaker Danladi The Emir of Ilorin Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR on Monday offered his official blessings for the candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC), hinging his backing on the good standing of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq […]
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FG urges Ogun, Ondo communities on total support for Dangote Industrial City, Deep Seaport project
By Udeme Akpan The Federal Government has called on host communities in Ogun and Ondo states to give maximum support to the proposed Dangote Industrial City and Deep Seaport project, describing it as a transformative initiative that will create opportunities for economic growth and community development. Representing the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, at the […]
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FG spends N358.3bn on electricity subsidy in Q1 2026 – NERC
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja ABUJA – The Federal Government incurred an electricity tariff subsidy of N358.32 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it continued to bridge the gap between cost-reflective electricity tariffs and the rates paid by consumers, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). In its First […]
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FIFA says Belgium’s appeal against Balogun decision ‘inadmissible’
FIFA said on Monday that the appeal by Belgium’s football assocation against the World Cup reprieve for US striker Folarin Balogun was “inadmissible”.
Politics
Why Peter Obi can’t be Nigeria’s president — Segalink
Describing the former Anambra State governor, Segalink said Obi had built his political appeal around public anger rather than national leadership.
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PFIPC CBN account opening inconclusive, no funds released — Accountant-Gen
'Account was not successfully opened because there have to be signatories to such an account, which were not provided. As such, no money was paid into the said account'
World Cup 2026
FIFA says Belgium’s appeal against Balogun decision ‘inadmissible’
FIFA said on Monday that the appeal by Belgium's football assocation against the World Cup reprieve for US striker Folarin Balogun was "inadmissible".
Metro
C’River: Police launch investigation into woman found dead in church toilet
The Cross River State Police Command has commenced investigations into the death of a woman, Blessing Ayebe, whose body was discovered inside the toilet facility of a church in the Ikot Ansa area of Calabar Municipality.
Entertainment
You’ll never catch me denying I’m a ‘nepo baby’ — Temi Otedola
"You can never catch me, on camera or off camera, saying I'm not a nepo baby. I find it crazy when people don't admit to the advantage. It would be so unfair to say that," she said.
ICYMI
I started my ICAN journey at 13, says Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant
Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, Osasere Okundaye, has recounted how she began her journey with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN, at the age of 13, after finishing secondary school early. Okundaye spoke on Saturday during the Power Must Change Hands monthly programme at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries headquarters in Magboro, […]
Business
Dangote Cement rewards shareholders with N753.8bn dividend, pays N45 per share
By Mather Godwin Dangote Cement Plc has announced a 50 per cent increase in dividend payout to shareholders, raising the dividend from N30 per share to N45 per share, which translates to a total payout of approximately N753.8 billion, reaffirming the company’s position as one of the most rewarding investments on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). The […]
Sports
Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
Glasner is Forest's fifth manager in the last year after Nuno Espirito Santo, Ange Postecoglou, Sean Dyche and Vitor Pereira.
Special Report
From Vision to Reality: Kwara garment factory creates 2,000 jobs, attracts private investment
The Kwara Garment Factory, one of the flagship industrial projects of the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq administration, has created employment for more than 2,000
PFICP Scandal: ‘FG has questions to answer’ -Falana, Atiku, NDC, others demand probe
“I only go to work once a week, the reason being that we have done nothing since we were posted there”
Delta: Renewed herdsmen attacks in Ughelli North heighten calls for government action
Until concrete actions replace promises, the people of Ughelli North may continue to live under the shadow of fear
Refuse dumps fade in Onitsha, open defecation surges, as Enugu records progress
By Chimaobi Nwaiwu & Chinedu Adonu Environmental sanitation is showing contrasting outcomes in the South-East, with Enugu recording significant improvements in waste management and cleaner streets, while Onitsha is witnessing a gradual reduction in refuse dumps but battling a growing challenge of open defecation. In Onitsha, Anambra State, refuse dump sites that once littered major […]
Technology
Google AI: Nigerian singles now date the modern way
By Juliet Umeh As rising living costs and increasingly busy lifestyles make dating more challenging, Google has highlighted how artificial intelligence, AI, is helping young Nigerians navigate modern romance by planning affordable dates, improving communication and reducing the stress of relationship building. According to the technology company, AI-powered tools such as Gemini, Google Search and […]
CBN DATA LOCALISATION: compliance imminent, infrastructure available — Coker, OADC CEO
By Prince Osuagwu As the January 1, 2027 Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN deadline for financial institutions to localise payment transaction data, approaching faster than imagined, the Chief Executive Officer of Open Access Data Centre, OADC, Dr. Ayotunde Coker, has said Nigerian banks, fintechs and other payment operators no longer have any reason to delay […]
How Denila’s Agentic AI revolutionises Nigerian political system
By Chidi Okonjo As the countdown to the 2027 general elections begins to reshape the Nigerian political landscape, Delta State has become the unexpected birthplace of a technological revolution that promises to alter the future of electioneering across Africa. Dr. Joshua Denila, the gubernatorial aspirant of the Youth Party, has officially deployed an intelligent agentic […]
Sony to stop releasing PlayStation games on discs
Sony said Wednesday that it would stop releasing new video games for the PlayStation on disc in January 2028 following a shift in consumer preferences.
Education
Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct
Teachers have been handicapped in disciplining students by government policies and societal tendencies. We have lost our value system and the centre can no longer hold
Nigerian school shortlisted for global prize
By Elizabeth Osayande In a remarkable achievement, Slum2School Green Academy, located in Epe, Lagos State, has been named among the Top 10 shortlists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Established by T4 Education in 2022 in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, these five global education awards aim to showcase schools making […]
UNILAG MSA holds 2nd annual Ladies’ Day
By Elizabeth Osayande The second edition of the University of Lagos Management Students Association, MSA, Ladies’ Day has held, with keynote speaker Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga urging students to find ways to lead purposeful lives. Speaking at the event held at Tayo Aderinokun Hall, Belo-Olusoga, who is also the Chairman of MTN Foundation, spoke on the theme: […]
Lagos school emerges winner of 10th Edition of Tolaram Science Challenge
By Efe Onodjae Iwerekun Community Senior High School, Ibeju-Lekki, has emerged the winner of the 10th edition of Tolaram Science Challenge (TSC), marking their third consecutive win. The school triumphed over Magbon-Alade Senior Grammar School in a keenly contested grand finale of the competition. The Tolaram Science Challenge, sponsored by Lagos Free Zone, is an annual […]