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interest rate

CBN retains MPR at 26.5%

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso announced this on Tuesday after the 306th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting.
FG returns 13 oil blocks to licensing pool

FG returns 13 oil blocks to licensing pool

Immigration

EFCC clears immigration CG Nandap of visa fraud probe

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NNPP completes presidential candidate upload

NNPP completes presidential candidate upload

…Begins State-Level Candidate Process After Legal Victory By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has announced the completion of the upload of its presidential candidate’s details on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal, while the process for governorship and State House of Assembly candidates has commenced. The party said the […]

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e-transmission of results

Senate advances bill to establish unified legal framework for NAFDAC-regulated products

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — A bill seeking to establish a single statutory framework for all products regulated by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has scaled second reading in the Senate. The proposed legislation is aimed at repealing existing laws governing food and drug regulation and replacing them with […]

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NPC launches nationwide digital birth, death registration system

NPC launches nationwide digital birth, death registration system

According to him, civil registration is more than an administrative process, as it provides reliable statistics that support public policy formulation, resource allocation and national development planning.

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Francis Nwifuru

Ebonyi proposes law to regulate house rents, agent fees, scrap metal trade

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved the transmission of bills to the Ebonyi State House of Assembly seeking to regulate house rents, fees charged by estate agents, and the sale of metal and electrical scraps in the state. The State Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Chief Ikeuwah Omebeh, […]

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Terrorists collect N6m from Kwara community to release pregnant woman, two children

Terrorists collect N6m from Kwara community to release pregnant woman, two children

Kidnappers collected two 50kg bags of rice, groundnut oil, spaghetti, semovita, assorted beer and seasoning sauce, among other things

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PANDEF commends S-South govs over resolution on security architecture, others

PANDEF demands greater Niger Delta inclusion in oil block allocation

…Condemns Environmental Degradation The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on the Federal Government to reserve at least 60 per cent of oil blocks and marginal fields for companies owned by people of the Niger Delta region. The group made the demand in a statement signed by its National Spokesman and Publicity Secretary, Chief […]

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Court adjourns suit seeking to void Kingibe’s FCT senatorial candidacy

Court adjourns suit seeking to void Kingibe’s FCT senatorial candidacy

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday adjourned a suit seeking to void the emergence of Sen. Ireti Kingibe as the candidate of the FCT Senatorial District on the platform of the African Democratic Party (ADC) until Oct. 14.

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Peller

‎’I was supposed to be in Sam Larry’s car day he’d accident’ – Peller

Popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has revealed that he was supposed to be in the vehicle with music promoter Sam Larry on the day of the road accident that claimed the life of the latter’s bouncer.

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Aiyedatiwa

Aiyedatiwa reappoints Fasoranti as SSG

Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reappointed Dr Taiwo Fasoranti as the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

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Trump says will ‘take care of’ Houthis if they blockade Saudi ports

Trump says will ‘take care of’ Houthis if they blockade Saudi ports

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would “take care of” the Houthi rebels if the Iran-backed militant group follows through on its threatened blockade of Saudi ports.

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Politics

2027: Lagos PDP denies endorsing Tinubu, disowns viral statement

2027: Lagos PDP denies endorsing Tinubu, disowns viral statement

By Henry Umoru The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denied reports claiming it endorsed President Bola Tinubu and his administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Publicity Secretary, Christopher Odianarewo, the party described the purported endorsement as false and urged Nigerians to […]
2027: We have written agreement Obi will serve only four years — Kwankwaso

2027: We have written agreement Obi will serve only four years — Kwankwaso

2027: Kwankwaso confirms written one-term agreement with Obi

2027: Kwankwaso confirms written one-term agreement with Obi

2027: Kwankwaso downplays Modu’s Sheriff’s remarks on Obi’s northern popularity

2027: Kwankwaso downplays Modu’s Sheriff’s remarks on Obi’s northern popularity

Peter Obi building movement of political extremists - Bwala

Peter Obi building movement of political extremists - Bwala

Top Podcasts

Borrowing: Nigeria’s N80trn debt figure exaggerated – FG

Borrowing: Nigeria’s N80trn debt figure exaggerated – FG

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Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

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ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

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Ìwòye: Dókítà Wisdom, agùnbánirọ̀ ní ìlú Port Harcourt pàdánù ẹ̀mí rè lẹ̀nu iṣẹ́; ìjàmbá ọkọ̀ ṣẹlẹ̀ si gbajúgbajà agbórin-lárúgẹ, Sam Larry

Ìwòye: Dókítà Wisdom, agùnbánirọ̀ ní ìlú Port Harcourt pàdánù ẹ̀mí rè lẹ̀nu iṣẹ́; ìjàmbá ọkọ̀ ṣẹlẹ̀ si gbajúgbajà agbórin-lárúgẹ, Sam Larry

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ONE VOTE: Why Nigeria’s 2027 Election just entered a new phase

ONE VOTE: Why Nigeria’s 2027 Election just entered a new phase

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ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

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Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

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Gbajabiamila not arrested, only questioned over PFIPC scandal — ICPC

Gbajabiamila not arrested, only questioned over PFIPC scandal — ICPC

"The Commission confirms that the chief of staff's visit was on the invitation of its investigators and consistent with its ongoing efforts to gather all relevant facts in the matter. He was not arrested; he simply willingly honoured an invitation," the statement said.
INEC

INEC opens 2026 recruitment portal; how to apply

iPhone 17

5 Android phones considered better than iPhone 17

World’s billionaires get even richer during COVID-19 pandemic ― Study

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 21, 2026

Fake Agency Probe: OHCSF, CBN distance selves from PFIPC, reveal inactive accounts

Fake Agency Probe: OHCSF, CBN distance selves from PFIPC, reveal inactive accounts

World Cup 2026

Argentina represented themselves in ‘best possible way’ at World Cup – Fernandez

Argentina represented themselves in ‘best possible way’ at World Cup – Fernandez

"For years, this group has represented the team in the best possible way. It teaches that competing isn't just about winning; it's about giving your all for the jersey and never giving up."
10 clubs paid the most by FIFA for releasing players to the 2026 World Cup

10 clubs paid the most by FIFA for releasing players to the 2026 World Cup

Argentina squad returns, without Messi, after World Cup final loss

Argentina squad returns, without Messi, after World Cup final loss

“The pain is immense,” says Messi of World Cup defeat

“The pain is immense,” says Messi of World Cup defeat

Top 10 youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup

Top 10 youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup

Metro

Terrorists collect N6m from Kwara community to release pregnant woman, two children

Terrorists collect N6m from Kwara community to release pregnant woman, two children

Kidnappers collected two 50kg bags of rice, groundnut oil, spaghetti, semovita, assorted beer and seasoning sauce, among other things
Tell ex-wife to leave, I want to bring my sick mother home – Man begs court

Tell ex-wife to leave, I want to bring my sick mother home – Man begs court

Cross River to procure 103 agric tractors for smallholder farmers

Cross River residents fall prey to another Ponzi scheme, leaving hundreds in Tears

NDLEA shooting: Parents of slain toddler seek compensation as survivor brother, 4, loses eye

NDLEA shooting: Parents of slain toddler seek compensation as survivor brother, 4, loses eye

Koka Flyover: Heavy traffic overhead, rising nuisance, security concerns underneath

Koka Flyover: Heavy traffic overhead, rising nuisance, security concerns underneath

Columns

PFIPC: N15bn lawsuit can’t substitute for public investigation, by Ejiro Ofoye

PFIPC: N15bn lawsuit can’t substitute for public investigation, by Ejiro Ofoye

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Who else but Professor Benjamin Nwabueze (2), by Eric Teniola

Insecurity: The possible way out (3), by Eric Teniola

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Don’t be fooled, states are not richer, by Dele Sobowale

Don’t be fooled, states are not richer, by Dele Sobowale

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Victor Eburajolo: Mega employer who fought Nigeria’s deliberate de-industrialization, by Owei Lakemfa

Victor Eburajolo: Mega employer who fought Nigeria’s deliberate de-industrialization, by Owei Lakemfa

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Malami’s billions for WAEC fees, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

Malami’s billions for WAEC fees, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Koulamallah: Africa’s lone voice, by Patrick Omorodion

Koulamallah: Africa’s lone voice, by Patrick Omorodion

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It’s time to move forward, by Funmi Komolafe

It’s time to move forward, by Funmi Komolafe

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Entertainment

Peller

‎’I was supposed to be in Sam Larry’s car day he’d accident’ – Peller

Popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has revealed that he was supposed to be in the vehicle with music promoter Sam Larry on the day of the road accident that claimed the life of the latter's bouncer.
Cardi B breaks silence after sparking dating rumours with Okoye

Cardi B breaks silence after sparking dating rumours with Okoye

Ex-Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina appears in S/African court to fight deportation

Ex-Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina appears in S/African court to fight deportation

I rejected N50m offer to campaign for Adeleke – VDM on fallout with Davido

I rejected N50m offer to campaign for Adeleke – VDM on fallout with Davido

“My ₦5m gone, I’ll never bet again,” Destiny Etiko laments after World Cup Final loss

“My ₦5m gone, I’ll never bet again,” Destiny Etiko laments after World Cup Final loss

Promoted

How Football Impacts Nigeria’s Youth Economically

How Football Impacts Nigeria’s Youth Economically

5 Best Online Casinos Australia 2026: Top Real Money Online Casinos For Aussie Players

5 Best Online Casinos Australia 2026: Top Real Money Online Casinos For Aussie Players

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Mshel Homes Hutu Exclusive N-Trillion Golf Resort Estate in Abuja, sets a new standard for luxury living in Nigeria.

Owelle Jude Obiakor Celebrates Brother on His 60th Birthday

Owelle Jude Obiakor Celebrates Brother on His 60th Birthday

Videos

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

Xenophobia They Burned Down My Business;Had To Leave Wife And 3 Children Behind -Osita,S.A Returnee

Xenophobia They Burned Down My Business;Had To Leave Wife And 3 Children Behind -Osita,S.A Returnee

Xenophobia I Don’t Want To Die – Rita, South Africa Returnee Cancer Patient

Xenophobia I Don’t Want To Die – Rita, South Africa Returnee Cancer Patient

Nigerian activists seeking political offices can’t make a difference - Segalink

Nigerian activists seeking political offices can’t make a difference - Segalink

ICYMI

Four police officers detained over alleged extortion of ICPC chairman in Abuja

Four police officers detained over alleged extortion of ICPC chairman in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has detained four police officers over allegations that they extorted ₦53,000 from the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), during an unauthorised stop-and-search operation in Abuja. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, disclosed the development on Monday […]
Keir Starmer steps down as British PM

Keir Starmer steps down as British PM

Former-Vice-President-Atiku-Abubakar

N210b duplicate allocations: Atiku demands NASS’ probe of 2026 budget

Mary Habila was like daughter to me - Umahi

Mary Habila was like daughter to me – Umahi

From lender to borrower: Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni weeps over Nigeria

From lender to borrower: Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni weeps over Nigeria

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

Cartoon: Nigerian politicians are chemistry professors

Cartoon: Nigerian politicians are chemistry professors

Cartoon: 'On your ladder we shall climb'

Cartoon: Chorus – ‘On your ladder we shall climb’

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Business

Drug trafficking through ports threatens Nigeria’s trade reputation, economy — Report

Drug trafficking through ports threatens Nigeria’s trade reputation, economy — Report

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Nigeria’s growing exposure to drug trafficking through its seaports is posing a serious threat to the country’s international trade reputation, economic competitiveness and investment prospects, the Sea Empowerment & Research Center (SEREC) has warned. In its July 2026 Policy Bulletin released yesterday, SEREC said the persistent use of Nigerian seaports as transit routes […]
FCMB introduces ‘book now, fly later’, offering up to N10m for air travel

FCMB introduces ‘book now, fly later’, offering up to N10m for air travel

Tantalizers’ shareholders laud return to profitability

Tantalizers’ shareholders laud return to profitability

Nigeria losing jobs, forex to inconsistent fish import policy — Expert

Nigeria losing jobs, forex to inconsistent fish import policy — Expert

NMDPRA

Gas supply rises 24.4% to 5. 1 metric tonnes daily — NMDPRA

Health

Middle East conflict, funding cuts push 30.4 million into humanitarian crisis — WHO

Middle East conflict, funding cuts push 30.4 million into humanitarian crisis — WHO

NAFDAC

NAFDAC blacklists Onifam laboratories over regulatory breaches

FG moves to integrate Digital ID into healthcare, targets UHC by 2030

FG moves to integrate Digital ID into healthcare, targets UHC by 2030

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

Sports

Javier Tebas

FIFA destroying football industry – La Liga chief

The president of the Spanish football league, Javier Tebas, accused FIFA of acting "irresponsibly" following the announcement of discussions regarding a possible 64-team World Cup in 2030, in an interview with an Italian sports daily published Tuesday.
‘Right champions, but 2026 World Cup lost credibility’ — Ex-FIFA president Blatter

‘Right champions, but 2026 World Cup lost credibility’ — Ex-FIFA president Blatter

Barcelona agree €8.5m deal to sign Club Brugge winger Jesse Bisiwu

Barcelona agree €8.5m deal to sign Club Brugge winger Jesse Bisiwu

Zidane signs as new France coach until 2030

Zidane signs as new France coach until 2030

‘Keegan built Newcastle’s best ever team’ – Ferguson salutes old rival

‘Keegan built Newcastle’s best ever team’ – Ferguson salutes old rival

Relationships

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

No regret for consoling his best friend’s fiancée!

Dear Bunmi, is it possible to orgasm together?

No fool like an old fool!

No fool like an old fool!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

Special Report

Can Agriculture Replace Crude? Experts reveal path to Nigeria’s export revival

Can Agriculture Replace Crude? Experts reveal path to Nigeria’s export revival

By Cynthia Alo For more than five decades, crude oil has remained the dominant pillar of Nigeria’s economy, displacing agriculture from the position it once occupied as the country’s major source of revenue and foreign exchange. However, with the global shift towards cleaner energy and growing concerns over the sustainability of oil dependence, experts are […]

2027 Elections: Church leaders mobilise voters, reject money politics, demand responsible participation

2027 Elections: Church leaders mobilise voters, reject money politics, demand responsible participation

By Olayinka Latona Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria have intensified calls for massive voter participation, rejection of money politics and greater involvement of citizens in choosing leaders, while insisting that the Church must remain non-partisan but actively engaged in promoting good governance. From Pentecostal fellowships to the Catholic Church and […]

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

…Most patients arrive when kidneys have failed — NMADU…OYEWALE: Painkillers, herbal mixtures silently destroy organs…Water contains harmful heavy metals — YEMITAN…ODUBANJO: Education, early screening remain best defense By Chioma Obinna Three mornings every week, Uche Oke left home before dawn, clutching a small bag that had become as familiar to him as his own shadow. […]

After Orire, Kogi operation: 529 kidnapped schoolchildren, worshipers, farmers, others remain in captivity

After Orire, Kogi operation: 529 kidnapped schoolchildren, worshipers, farmers, others remain in captivity

Barely days after security forces secured the release of the 39 pupils and seven teachers abducted from Oriire, Oyo State, another school came under attack.

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Technology

10 countries in Europe that give visas easily to Africans

Capacity building, critical to Africa’s energy future

By Stephen Bolu Contrary to the new normal where technology leads business reformations, growth conversations in Africa’s business landscape, particularly in Nigeria energy sector, often begin with capital. Investment, infrastructure, and asset acquisition are frequently treated as the clearest indicators of progress. While important, they do not tell the full story of what is required […]

NIMC

Why Nigeria’s national database ‘s still fragmented despite NIMC’s claims

…Banks, Telcos, immigration, still do silo data registrations …Confirmation protocol with NIN not same as unified database By Juliet Umeh The Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission, NIMC, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has declared that Nigeria has moved beyond the era of fragmented identity databases. However, the reality on ground appears to contradict that claim […]

How Globacom's latest promo brings endless joy to subscribers

115 Glo dealers get cash, gift rewards

By Prince Osuagwu Telecoms and digital solutions provider, Globacom, at the weekend revealed that its flourishing business empires are anchored on genuine appreciation of dedicated customers. This was also as it splashed cash and gift items worth millions of Naira on about 115 strategic partners it considered the pillars of its growth. The celebration which […]

Riverine communities need digital connectivity to unlock devt — Nere Emiko

Riverine communities need digital connectivity to unlock devt — Nere Emiko

By Juliet Umeh LEAD promoter of Legacy of Traditions and BINI RIVA Life, Nere Emiko, has called for accelerated digital connectivity in Nigeria’s riverine communities, describing telecommunications infrastructure as essential for improving education, healthcare, security, financial inclusion and economic development. Emiko made the appeal while highlighting the Federal Government’s Riverine Connect Initiative, a sub-project of […]

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Education

FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate

FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate

“I am directed to convey the Minister of Education’s approval of N50,000 as the new examination fee for candidates with effect from SSCE internal 2027”

Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct

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

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 

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: […]

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