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N3.4bn drug bust: NDLEA arrests fake police, mechanic

N3.4bn drug bust: NDLEA arrests fake police, mechanic

Records major drug seizures across eight states, FCT By Olasunkanmi Akoni ABUJA — Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted more than 1.3 million pills and capsules of tramadol and other opioids, as well as 6,000kg of cannabis, in a series of operations across eight states and the Federal Capital Territory. […]
Falana demands prosecution over 37 Niger deaths

Falana demands prosecution over 37 Niger deaths

Nine killed in fresh Plateau attacks

Nine killed in fresh Plateau attacks

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Barcelona set 2028 date for Messi tribute at Camp Nou

Barcelona set 2028 date for Messi tribute at Camp Nou

Barcelona are planning a special tribute for club legend Lionel Messi when the renovated Spotify Camp Nou is completed in 2028.

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LASTMA warns against skate shoes on public highways

LASTMA warns against skate shoes on public highways

The LASTMA boss further urged users of such footwear to restrict their activities to designated recreational areas, private compounds or other safe environments specifically suited for skating.

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I survived 3 air crashes for 2027 —  Gen. Ijioma

I survived 3 air crashes for 2027 — Gen. Ijioma

…APP candidate unveils 23-point manifesto, flags off campaign By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The 2027 governorship candidate of the Action Peoples Party (APP) in Abia State, Major-General Ijioma Nwokoro Ijioma (retd.), has attributed his survival of about 30 road accidents and three air crashes to what he described as a divine purpose to govern the […]

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Shettima leads Nigeria’s delegation to 81st UNGA

Shettima leads Nigeria’s delegation to 81st UNGA

—Govs Fubara, Dauda Lawal, ministers, senior officials join delegation to New York By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA —THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York, United States. A statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and […]

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Anambra police arrest woman over alleged self-kidnap

Anambra police arrest woman over alleged self-kidnap

By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old woman, Nwachukwu Chidubem Blessing, over an alleged case of conspiracy, fraud and self-kidnapping. The suspect was arrested by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Awkuzu, following intelligence gathered during an investigation into her alleged abduction. The state Police Public Relations […]

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CNG buses not enough to tame transport crisis, HURIWA tells FG

CNG buses not enough to tame transport crisis, HURIWA tells FG

By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has urged the Federal Government to complement its Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, transportation initiative with measures to reduce the cost of petrol and other energy inputs driving transportation and production costs across the country. HURIWA said the Federal Government’s directive to state governors to […]

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South-East Speakers seek uniform legislative standards

South-East Speakers seek uniform legislative standards

By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — Speakers of the South-East Houses of Assembly have agreed to strengthen collaboration among the five legislatures to promote standardised procedures and uniform legislative best practices across the zone. The speakers made the commitment at a meeting in Awka, where they also stressed the need to redefine inter-state legislative cooperation to […]

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Six die, two injured in Kogi road crash

Six die, two injured in Kogi road crash

KABBA — Six persons have been killed and two others injured in a road crash along the Kabba-Odo-Ape Road in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The Kogi Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mr Lawal Fagge, confirmed the incident in a telephone interview on Sunday. Fagge said the crash, which […]

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NCAA

Why NCAA needs research unit to guide aviation policy – Aligbe

By Dickson Omobola Former General Manager, Public Affairs of Nigerian Airways, Mr Chris Aligbe, has urged the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, to establish a research and development unit to provide data-driven solutions to challenges confronting the aviation sector and guide policy decisions. Aligbe, now the Chief Executive Officer of Belujane Konzult, lamented the absence […]

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Mambilla: APC’s claims long on propaganda, short on evidence – Paul Ibe

Mambilla: APC’s claims long on propaganda, short on evidence – Paul Ibe

By Paul Ibe The APC Presidential Campaign Council wants Nigerians to believe that the Mambilla arbitration delivered a corruption verdict against Atiku Abubakar. It did not. The tribunal examined a $500,000 transfer made on 30 January 2003 by Sunrise promoter Leno Adesanya, through China Castle Investments Limited, to the US bank account of Jennifer Douglas, […]

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I was offered N250m to support Obasanjo’s 3rd term agenda — Farouk Aliyu

I was offered N250m to support Obasanjo’s 3rd term agenda — Farouk Aliyu

Former House of Representatives Minority Leader, Farouk Aliyu, has alleged that he was offered N250 million to support former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s controversial third-term agenda in 2006. Aliyu made the claim during an interview on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast, where he recounted his experience as a member of the House of Representatives during the debate […]
We’re not the same — Olawepo-Hashim distances self from Obi, Atiku’s political ideology

We’re not the same — Olawepo-Hashim distances self from Obi, Atiku’s political ideology

Rivers, Kwara, Gombe, Cross River: APC states threatened by Wike’s Rainbow Coalition ahead of 2027

31 APC Govs vs Wike: Tinubu faces difficult options

Shinkafi to INEC: Withdraw Ya’u’s name, obey court order

Shinkafi to INEC: Withdraw Ya’u’s name, obey court order

2027: Meet two women in race against Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

2027: Meet two women in race against Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

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Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

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Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

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BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

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‘High flood to hit Delta, Imo, Cross River, 12 other states in 7 days’

‘High flood to hit Delta, Imo, Cross River, 12 other states in 7 days’

Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NiHSA, has warned of a high riverine flood risk across 15 states from September 19 to 25, 2026, urging affected communities to relocate to safer and higher grounds. The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiHSA, Arch Umar Mohammed, disclosed this on Saturday in the agency’s National Flood Advisory.
Meet Rosaline Ogunro, Nigerian-born woman who became mayor of Islington

Meet Rosaline Ogunro, Nigerian-born woman who became mayor of Islington

Full List: NSCDC officers suspended over 37 miners' death; probe panel members

Full List: 20 NSCDC officers suspended over 37 miners’ death; probe panel members

Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths

Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths

Obi vs Soludo: Deconstructing the Anambra debt claims – Revisionist history

Obi vs Soludo: Deconstructing the Anambra debt claims – Revisionist history

Metro

Killing over alleged blasphemy rocks Sokoto

Killing over alleged blasphemy rocks Sokoto

Tension has gripped parts of Sokoto metropolis following the stabbing of controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa, shortly after he conducted the Jumu’at prayer at his mosque in the Mabera area of the metropolis.
Adeyanju

Miners’ deaths: Adeyanju rejects panel payment, vows to expose cover-up

Ondo herbal drink tragedy: 48 dead, five blinded, 182 critically ill – NAFDAC

Ondo herbal drink tragedy: 48 dead, five blinded, 182 critically ill – NAFDAC

Anambra Court jails native doctor ‘Eke Hit’ 12 years

Anambra Court jails native doctor ‘Eke Hit’ 12 years

Deaths in custody: FG suspends 20 NSCDC officers, sets up probe panel

Deaths in custody: FG suspends 20 NSCDC officers, sets up probe panel

Columns

God remembers in the ember months, by Funmi Komolafe

God remembers in the ember months, by Funmi Komolafe

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Ortom and his 23 cars’ ‘bonus’, by Dele Sobowale

Ortom and his 23 cars’ ‘bonus’, by Dele Sobowale

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ELECTIONS: Nigeria is still pursuing shadows, by Tonnie Iredia

ELECTIONS: Nigeria is still pursuing shadows, by Tonnie Iredia

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Bamanga Tukur and the In-Law Battle That Wrecked PDP, by Emmanuel Aziken

Bamanga Tukur and the In-Law Battle That Wrecked PDP, by Emmanuel Aziken

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Why I joined Vanguard

Licensed to steal and exploit by government, by Muyiwa Adetiba

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Besieged Borgu and Their Jagaban, by Ugoji Egbujo

Besieged Borgu and Their Jagaban, by Ugoji Egbujo

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Christian Madu versus Mensah, by Emeka Obasi

Christian Madu versus Mensah, by Emeka Obasi

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Entertainment

BBNaija Season 11 countdown: 13 Housemates, 2 weeks to go

BBNaija Season 11 countdown: 13 Housemates, 2 weeks to go

By Ayo Onikoyi The Big Brother Naija Season 11 reality show is entering its final stretch, with 13 housemates remaining in the competition and just two weeks to the grand finale. The number was reduced following the eviction of Abi and Araga during Sunday’s live eviction show, bringing to an end their respective journeys in […]
My AFRIMMA win reminder to dream bigger — Realwarripikin

My AFRIMMA win reminder to dream bigger — Realwarripikin

I’m a pure gold digger, I don’t mind— Spicysophiee

I’m a pure gold digger, I don’t mind— Spicysophiee

I’m taking my power back – Ayra Starr

I’m taking my power back – Ayra Starr

Content creator Tabsyluv raises alarm over identity theft, fake accounts

Content creator Tabsyluv raises alarm over identity theft, fake accounts

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5 Best Free Alternatives to SSSInstagram Downloader

5 Best Free Alternatives to SSSInstagram Downloader

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People now assume a screenshot will be needed later

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The sign-up page is still where most online services lose Nigerians

Domestic tourism in Nigeria: The Cities Quietly Leading the Rebound

Domestic tourism in Nigeria: The Cities Quietly Leading the Rebound

Videos

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

Some customers think my meat is expensive because I wear suit – Corporate Meat Seller, Muraina

Some customers think my meat is expensive because I wear suit – Corporate Meat Seller, Muraina

On Street Beggars As Security Risks

On Street Beggars As Security Risks

Now that Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education will face national ranking

Now that Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education will face national ranking

ICYMI

NDC leadership disowns 59-member Presidential Campaign Council unveiled by Obi, Kwankwaso Movement

NDC leadership disowns 59-member Presidential Campaign Council unveiled by Obi, Kwankwaso Movement

No individual or group is authorized to announce, constitute, or publish any campaign council, structure, or organ in the name of the party
Tinubu hails EFCC as Nigeria wins $6bn Mambilla arbitration in Paris

Tinubu hails EFCC as Nigeria wins $6bn Mambilla arbitration in Paris

Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths

Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths

Bayelsa Missing Baby: Police deny inaction, arraign eight suspects

Bayelsa Missing Baby: Police deny inaction, arraign eight suspects

‘I want to be a pilot’ – 9-yr-old ‘detained’ at LASUTH over N4m bill

‘I want to be a pilot’ – 9-yr-old ‘detained’ at LASUTH over N4m bill

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis

Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis

Cartoon: Dancing disco in 'darkness'

Cartoon: Dancing disco in ‘darkness’

Cartoon petrol

Cartoon: ‘Blink, and petrol become N2,000 per litre’

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Business

Economic gains must show in Nigerians’ lives — CIBNk

Nigerian Bottling Company marks 75yrs, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria

By Tunde Oso Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd, a member of the Coca-Cola HBC Group, has marked its 75th anniversary in Nigeria with a gala event held at the Conference Centre, Abuja. Reflecting on the company’s origin, Anastassis G. David, Chairman of Coca-Cola HBC, said: “In 1951, Anastasios Leventis negotiated the rights for the whole […]
Oye: Nigeria’s economy in severe strain despite $10.37bn capital inflow

Oye: Nigeria’s economy in severe strain despite $10.37bn capital inflow

Why we increased petrol export volume - Dangote

Dangote Refinery IPO: Rwanda moves to facilitate investor participation

Shipping

Foreign shipping firms reject double port-charging claims

Economic gains must show in Nigerians’ lives — CIBNk

Nigeria’s net domestic assets rise to N101trn

Health

RHV, Nisa Premier Hospitals perform first tele-robotic surgery in West Africa

RHV, Nisa Premier Hospitals perform first tele-robotic surgery in West Africa

Foundation reaches 5,000 vulnerable Nigerians with healthcare, humanitarian support

Foundation reaches 5,000 vulnerable Nigerians with healthcare, humanitarian support

Cells that cheat Death: New clue to why some cancers return

Cells that cheat Death: New clue to why some cancers return

What happens to your brain after 50?

What happens to your brain after 50?

Sports

Barcelona set 2028 date for Messi tribute at Camp Nou

Barcelona set 2028 date for Messi tribute at Camp Nou

Barcelona are planning a special tribute for club legend Lionel Messi when the renovated Spotify Camp Nou is completed in 2028.
Taiwo Awoniyi replaces injured Osimhen for AFCON qualifiers

Taiwo Awoniyi replaces injured Osimhen for AFCON qualifiers

Ex-England winger Townsend run over by pitch roller in Thailand

Ex-England winger Townsend run over by pitch roller in Thailand

U-20 Women’s World Cup: 1 semi-final fixture confirmed as Nigeria face Colombia

U-20 Women’s World Cup: 1 semi-final fixture confirmed as Nigeria face Colombia

Osimhen to miss AFCON qualifiers due to groin injury

Osimhen to miss AFCON qualifiers due to groin injury

Relationships

healthcare

Why men ought to be more concerned about their health!

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Special Report

Hajja Bintu Konto: Labour Party vice presidential candidate for 2027 election

Hajja Bintu Konto: Meet Labour Party’s vice presidential candidate for 2027 election

Hajja Bintu Konto’s impressive record of service, particularly in conflict-affected communities across Northern Nigeria, has earned her respect

Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party - Because Of Our Tomorrow

Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party – Because Of Our Tomorrow

Sonny Adenuga is dedicated to advancing a new model of leadership that leverages technology, transparency, and institutional reform

Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report

Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report

The report however acknowledged positive steps by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, under President Bola Tinubu’s reforms

2027: Why Kaduna is crucial to Tinubu’s re-election push

2027: Why Kaduna is crucial to Tinubu’s re-election push

Pundits argue that Kaduna is small enough to ignore at a casual glance, but big enough to ruin your entire calculation

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Technology

Google’s Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords

Google’s Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords

Google’s consumer AI model Gemini hacked multiple systems through guessing login credentials, the company told AFP on Friday

AI could ‘kill all humans’: How safe are Nigerians? 

AI could ‘kill all humans’: How safe are Nigerians? 

Behind the excitement is an increasingly uncomfortable question: Are humans building machines that could eventually replace them or even become too powerful to control?

NCC offers students free 100MB daily for online learning

NCC offers students free 100MB daily for online learning

•ALTON hails gesture, says it’ll enhance digital education in NigeriaBy Prince Osuagwu Hi-Tech Editor The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has launched a Zero-Rated Data Access to Educational Platforms and Content initiative, offering eligible users up to 100MB of free data daily to access approved educational websites and platforms. Access to digital learning The initiative, launched […]

ESET raises cybersecurity awareness at Lagos Civil Service Commission Career Week

ESET raises cybersecurity awareness at Lagos Civil Service Commission Career Week

By Islamiyyah Adekanbi The need for greater cybersecurity awareness resurfaced again, weekend, as the Lagos State Civil Service Commission held its Career Week 2026.The Career Week, themed “Driving Business Process Automation in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) within the Lagos State Public Service,” focused on digital transformation, workplace readiness and the changing nature of work […]

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Education

NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows 

NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows 

By Aniche Chiamaka The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Institute of Management and Professional Studies, MIMPS, Nigeria, has honoured 58 Distinguished Fellows during their last executive workshop and fellowship investiture held recently at the University of Lagos, Akoka. The Registrar of the Institute, Dr Okeoma Alphonsus, admonished the newly-inducted Fellows that they were honoured not […]

Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU

Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU

BENIN CITY  – The Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, Hon. Romeo Omoike, was among the graduands at the 22nd Convocation Ceremony of Benson Idahosa University (BIU),  held at the university’s permanent site on Sapele Road, Benin City. A total of 1,324 students comprising 1,059 undergraduates and 265 postgraduates, graduated from the institution, the […]

School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%

School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%

As primary and secondary schools reopen across the country today parents and guardians are going to contend with paying higher school fees, as most private schools have increased fees by between 30 and 40 per cent, checks by Vanguard have shown.

School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%

School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%

….Fuel price hike may hamper school run ..School owners rue unpaid bills, high running cost …Parents should not be discouraged – NUT ..Uncertainty over resumption in unity colleges By Adesina Wahab and Dayo Johnson As primary and secondary schools reopen across the country on Monday, parents and guardians are set to contend with higher school […]

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