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Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed in US-Israeli strikes

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed in US-Israeli strikes

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a hardline figure known for his confrontational rhetoric and role in Tehran’s nuclear defiance, was reportedly killed during Israeli airstrikes inside Iran on Saturday. 
Presidency reacts to Tinubu’s poisoning allegation

Presidency reacts to Tinubu’s poisoning allegation

Speaker Abbas

Electoral Act: Why NASS included manual, electronic transmissions — Speaker Abbas

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Trump says Iran ready for talks after strikes, claims U.S. agrees to negotiate

Trump says Iran ready for talks after strikes, claims U.S. agrees to negotiate

Donald Trump has said Iran’s leadership is prepared to resume negotiations with the United States following a wave of U.S.–Israeli strikes on multiple cities in the country, adding that Washington has agreed to the proposed talks.

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EU warns against long war, urges ‘credible transition’ in Iran

EU warns against long war, urges ‘credible transition’ in Iran

Writing on social media after calls with several Middle East leaders, von der Leyen said the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei spurred “renewed hope for the people of Iran”.

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Plateau Christian pilgrims safe in Israel amid Middle East tensions – Board

Plateau Christian pilgrims safe in Israel amid Middle East tensions – Board

Golok Nanmwa The Plateau State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board has reassured the public that the first batch of 294 Christian pilgrims from the state currently in Israel are safe and secure, despite escalating regional tensions in the Middle East involving military actions by Israel and the United States against Iran. In a press release issued […]

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Oluremi Tinubu urges Lawmakers to uphold divine accountability

Oluremi Tinubu urges Lawmakers to uphold divine accountability

By Henry Umoru and Gift Chapi Odekina ABUJA — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on members of the National Assembly to remember their moral and spiritual accountability to God as they make laws for the nation. She gave the admonition during the dedication and commissioning of the National Assembly Chapel in Abuja, […]

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ADC begins online membership registration nationwide

ADC begins online membership registration nationwide

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a free online membership registration platform across the country ahead of the 2027 general election.

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electoral reform

2027 will be Nigeria’s best election yet, INEC Chair assures Nigerians

By Joseph Erunke ABUJA — The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has pledged that the 2027 general elections will be the best in Nigeria’s history, citing sweeping reforms introduced by the Electoral Act 2026. Speaking at a Citizens’ Town Hall Meeting themed “What It Means for Your Vote […]

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Lagos deputy governor warns against over-pampering children

Lagos deputy governor warns against over-pampering children

Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, has advised parents against over-pampering their children without discipline, warning that it could spell disaster for families and society. Hamzat gave the advice at the sixth annual Ramadan lecture and prayer for the late Oba Muftau Hamzat, organised by the Ifako-Ijaiye Muslim Community in Ogba, Lagos. He […]

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Nigerian Embassy in Kuwait advises citizens to stay vigilant amid Middle East tensions

Nigerian Embassy in Kuwait advises citizens to stay vigilant amid Middle East tensions

The Nigerian Embassy in Kuwait has urged Nigerian nationals in Kuwait and Bahrain to remain alert and comply with safety directives from local authorities as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

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NUJ

NUJ raises alarm over rising kidnappings, political crisis in Ondo

—-Hails Aiyedatiwa over Amotekun, Owena press By Dayo Johnson Akure The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has raised alarm over the spate of kidnapping in some parts of the state, particularly in Akure North Local Government Area and along the Uso-Owo axis. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end […]

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herdsmen

Suspected herdsmen abduct, kill Ondo popular youth leader

Tension has gripped the agrarian lsua Akoko, in Akoko South East council area of Ondo state, following the abduction and murder of a popular youth leader, Ojo Abbey, popularly known as ” Obesere, by suspected herdsmen.

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Politics

Labour Party

Why Labour Party lost over 176 lawmakers—Ex-Organising Secretary

APC governors adopt Tinubu as sole candidate for 2027 presidential poll

2027: APC govs plot to oust lawmakers amid battle to control 11th NASS

Today’s posers for ADC!

2027: ADC divided over Amaechi’s endorsement as S-South consensus candidate

ADC says revised elections timetable make 2027 race ‘almost impossible’

ADC says revised elections timetable make 2027 race ‘almost impossible’

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At least 22 killed, 120 injured as protesters storm US consulate in Pakistan

At least 22 killed, 120 injured as protesters storm US consulate in Pakistan

At least 22 people were killed and more than 120 injured on Sunday during violent clashes between protesters and security forces in Pakistan, as demonstrators attempted to storm the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, according to agency reports. The unrest was reported in the southern port city of Karachi as well as in the northern Gilgit-Baltistan […]
IGP Tunji-Disu

Middle East crisis: IGP puts police on red alert, cautions against incitement

List of top Iranian officials eliminated in US-Israel strike

List of top Iranian officials eliminated in US-Israel strike

‘No cause for alarm’ - Gumi breaks silence after meeting with security operatives

Khamenei stood for justice, his blood will fuel change in the Ummah — Gumi

Uneducated 84-yr-old who established university

Uneducated 84-yr-old who established university

Metro

FAAN alerts passengers as Middle East flights face delays, cancellations

FAAN alerts passengers as Middle East flights face delays, cancellations

By Dickson Omobola Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has disclosed that flights scheduled to Middle East destinations from Nigerian airports, including Emirates and Qatar Airways, have been cancelled or delayed. This travel advisory by FAAN followed ongoing airspace closures in parts of the Middle East, which are currently disrupting flight operations to and from the region. A statement […]
Obi, Oyegun

‘We ran for our lives’: Political violence returns as 2027 looms

Plateau

 Plateau lands into wasteland: Residents lament as tensions flare,19 killed in serial attacks

Grisly Deaths in Delta: High on drugs hunting for ritual wealth?

Grisly Deaths in Delta: High on drugs hunting for ritual wealth?

C/River: Commercial drivers block major roads over multiple taxation

C/River: Commercial drivers block major roads over multiple taxation

Columns

Kudos NDDC on NDG, by Patrick Omorodion

Kudos NDDC on NDG, by Patrick Omorodion

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My last book on Obong Victor Attah (2), by Dele Sobowale

My last book on Obong Victor Attah (2), by Dele Sobowale

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IGP Disu: You have my support, by Tonnie Iredia

IGP Disu: You have my support, by Tonnie Iredia

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Insecurity

Load your prayer bank, by Funmi Komolafe

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How many times must a father lose his children? By Stephanie Shaakaa

How many times must a father lose his children? By Stephanie Shaakaa

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D

A Message to the Opposition: Get Red- Eyed or Get Out, by Ugoji Egbujo

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Francis ewherido

A fart and a divorce, by Francis Ewherido

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Entertainment

Gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu is dead

Gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu is dead

Taiwo Adegbodu’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief among fans and fellow gospel artistes across the country.
I was so depressed I started taking antidepressants – Busola Oke

I was so depressed I started taking antidepressants – Busola Oke

Darey and Deola Art Alade with a guest during Grammys weekend

Entertainment Week Africa hosts Creative Connect during Grammys weekend

Gospel music gives people hope during nation’s tough times — Tosin Bee

Gospel music gives people hope during nation’s tough times — Tosin Bee

Why flashy visuals are not enough – Jide Ajose

Why flashy visuals are not enough – Jide Ajose

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Fair and White Range of Beauty Brands: Celebrating 30 Years of Radiance

Fair and White Range of Beauty Brands: Celebrating 30 Years of Radiance

The Camon Story: A legacy of innovation

The Camon Story: A legacy of innovation

Grotuxiv Review 2026: Is It Safe and Legit?

Grotuxiv Review 2026: Is It Safe and Legit?

How Shuffle.com Is Quietly Becoming West Africa's Go-To Crypto Casino

No Bank? No Problem: How Shuffle.com Is Quietly Becoming West Africa’s Go-To Crypto Casino

Videos

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2021: Fela in early lead

Historically: Fela’s Kalakuta Republic demolished, religious faithfuls commence annual fasting

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

VIDEO: NUJ Vanguard Fun Fair

VIDEO: NUJ Vanguard Fun Fair

ICYMI

doctors

Nigerian doctor who took loans to relocate to UK shares experience

A Nigerian doctor, Toluwani Binutu, has shared his emotional journey of working for more than a year without pay before taking loans to relocate to the United Kingdom, UK in search of better opportunities.
FCT Council Polls

How APC dominated FCT council polls

Researchers, mechanics among foreign workers needed in Canada [Full List]

Researchers, mechanics among foreign workers needed in Canada [Full List]

El-Rufai accuses Ribadu of procuring ‘dangerous toxic chemicals’ from Poland

El-Rufai accuses Ribadu of procuring ‘dangerous toxic chemicals’ from Poland

'Intimidation undermines democracy'; Editors fault Gov Bago over Badeggi Radio

Guild of Editors to NASS: Make real-time transmission of election results mandatory

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Matter of time? They’re reducing 2027 voters

Cartoon: Matter of time? They’re reducing 2027 voters

Fellow Nigerians, what can you see?

Cartoon: Fellow Nigerians, what can you see?

Cartoon: And Nemesis of SINate

Cartoon: And Nemesis of SINate

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Business

Dangote Cement revenue hits N4.31trn as profit tops N1trn

Dangote Cement revenue hits N4.31trn as profit tops N1trn

Dangote Cement Plc has reported a 20.3 per cent revenue growth to N4.31 trillion for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025.
FG extends ban on Shea nut export to boost domestic processing

FG extends ban on Shea nut export to boost domestic processing

CAC

CAC business registration:  Ambassador demands stronger crypto regulation

World Bank

Weak gender law enforcement limits Nigeria’s economic growth  — World Bank

Automaker Stellantis posts massive loss, pivots from EV

Automaker Stellantis posts massive loss, pivots from EV

Health

Scientists discover why some wounds refuse to heal

Scientists discover why some wounds refuse to heal

Microplastics found in 90% of prostate cancer tumours – Study

Microplastics found in 90% of prostate cancer tumours – Study

LUTH charges 323 matriculants to excel, serve Nigeria’s health sector

LUTH charges 323 matriculants to excel, serve Nigeria’s health sector

Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men

Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men

Sports

Obasogie denies match-fixing allegations after suspension

Obasogie denies match-fixing allegations after suspension

In a strongly worded statement, the Nigerian shot-stopper described the allegations as deeply concerning and reaffirmed his commitment to clearing his name.
Football matches postpone after US, Israel strikes

Football matches postpone after US, Israel strikes

Guardiola expects short absence for injured Haaland

Guardiola expects short absence for injured Haaland

EPL: Semenyo sinks Leeds as Man City close gap on Arsenal

EPL: Semenyo sinks Leeds as Man City close gap on Arsenal

EPL: Liverpool hit five past West Ham to go 5th

EPL: Liverpool hit five past West Ham to go 5th

Relationships

Forty years? More like a lifetime!          

Facts your son needs to know about handling a woman

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

Special Report

Inside PDP's marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

Inside PDP’s marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

On Thursday, February 12, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja – from 9 a.m. till about 8 p.m., a 3-man panel headed by Mohammed Ambi‑Usi Danjuma

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Perhaps Lady Cordelia Ogbonne Anibeze was prepared early for the life that would confront her in later years.

BSc/HND dichotomy: How FG’s plan could redefine Nigeria’s polytechnic future

BSc/HND dichotomy: How FG’s plan could redefine Nigeria’s polytechnic future

While polytechnics quietly powered industries with skilled manpower, their graduates faced limited career progression, wage disparities and social bias

Coup, Power and Controversy: How ‘The Gun Hegemony’ rewrote Nigeria’s military history

Coup, Power and Controversy: How ‘The Gun Hegemony’ rewrote Nigeria’s military history

Testimonies from Ojukwu’s kinsmen, as presented in The Gun Hegemony, depict Ojukwu as an ambitious separatist driven by deep trust deficits

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Technology

Instagram to warn parents when teens search for suicide terms

Instagram to warn parents when teens search for suicide terms

Instagram will begin notifying parents when their teenage children repeatedly search for content related to suicide or self-harm, platform owner Meta announced Thursday, as the company faces mounting legal pressure over its handling of young users.

LEO-STAN EKEH: When a deejay climbs the stage @70

LEO-STAN EKEH: When a deejay climbs the stage @70

There is nothing new to write about Dr Leo-Stan Ekeh, one of Nigeria’s established serial entrepreneurs and acclaimed country’s tech torch bearer, who turned 70 on Sunday.

From Left: Managing Partner, Octerra Capital, Ashim Egunjobi; Founder/CEO, BeyondLimits, Dr. Juliet Ehimuan; Chairman, Cavibsta Holdings, Niyi John Olajide; Bytebros Winner, 4th Cavista Hackathon from LASU, Olajide Alameem; Ajasa Shashudeem; Alexandra Adeyemi; General Manager, Cavista Technologies, Oyebola Morakinyo; Registrar, National Institute of Management (Chartered), Dr. Taiwo Olusesi; and CEO, Rack Centre, Lars Johannisson, at the finale of the Cavista Hackathon, in Lagos.. on Sunday

Why AI is critical to Nigeria’s economic growth — Arts & Culture Minister

As Nigeria intensifies efforts to grow its creative economy and unlock new frontiers of opportunity, the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has declared that technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence, will play a defining role in shaping the nation’s future.

Two tech giants expand Nigeria’s distribution footprint in Africa

Two tech giants expand Nigeria’s distribution footprint in Africa

Zinox Technologies and TD Africa have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening Africa’s technology ecosystem and expanding access to locally manufactured technology solutions across the continent.

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Education

NUC

University: Parents, students want Acceptance Fee, Parent Forum charges, others stopped

Parents and students are expressing outrage over the demands for miscellaneous fees by tertiary institutions in the country

Why NELFUND scheme should not be extended to private institutions — Ayodele

Why NELFUND scheme should not be extended to private institutions — Ayodele

Ayodele recalled what he termed the “Ghost capacity” when subsiding private flour mills eventually led to nothing being achieved. 

Buhari directs immediate payment of withheld February, March salaries to ASUU members

LASUSTECH don advocates use of natural products to protect grains, others

This is just as he said such natural items like garlic and pepper could also be used to protect the environment against deadly insects.

Dangote Refinery sells direct to marketers, as deal with depot owners crashes

Dangote supports 3,704 students in refinery, fertiliser host communities

She disclosed that 3,704 students across four secondary schools and five primary schools are benefiting from the first phase of the programme

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