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‘I’m proud of you’ – Otedola writes after dinner with Tinubu in Paris

‘I’m proud of you’ – Otedola writes after dinner with Tinubu in Paris

Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola said on Tuesday that he remains proud of President Bola Tinubu following what he described as his “bold and forward-thinking reforms”.
CNN, MS NOW, Politico to sue Trump administration over White House access

Trump calls Canada ‘one of the worst countries’ in the world

Otti to Ndigbo: Don’t fight Chinese traders; beat them with technology

Otti to Ndigbo: Don’t fight Chinese traders; beat them with technology

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Benue Killings

Tinubu departs Paris for Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has ended his working vacation and has already departed Paris, France, for the homeward journey to Nigeria.

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Iran court backs 74 lashes for singer who performed without hijab

Iran court backs 74 lashes for singer who performed without hijab

An appeals court in Iran has confirmed a sentence of 74 lashes handed to prominent singer Parastoo Ahmadi after she performed without the mandatory hijab, according to her lawyers.

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Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’

Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’

Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City’s era of sustained success “a period of deception” after they were reportedly found guilty of breaking the Premier League’s financial rules.

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2027: Outrage trails Donald Duke's human sacrifice revelation

There should be police at all levels of govt – Duke

Cross River state governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has called for the establishment of state and local government police, saying Nigeria’s highly centralised security system cannot effectively confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country.

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US urges Nigeria to sustain efforts against Middle Belt attacks

US urges Nigeria to sustain efforts against Middle Belt attacks

The United States has praised Nigeria’s response to recent attacks in the Middle Belt, urging the government to maintain efforts to safeguard communities in Plateau State.

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AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash

AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is facing selection concerns ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau, with George Ilenikhena, Tolu Arokodare and Akor Adams among the players doubtful for the match.

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Jerry Eze apologises to worshippers turned away at Old Trafford

Jerry Eze apologises to worshippers turned away at Old Trafford

“Before I continue, I want to sincerely, from the depth of my heart, apologise. Apologise to the tens of thousands of people who were turned back,” Eze said.

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‘I’m proud of you’ – Otedola writes after dinner with Tinubu in Paris

‘I’m proud of you’ – Otedola writes after dinner with Tinubu in Paris

Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola said on Tuesday that he remains proud of President Bola Tinubu following what he described as his “bold and forward-thinking reforms”.

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I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

“When I see young ones standing in the presence of God, I remember at the age of 17/18, I’ve also started casting out demons,” Okpebholo said.

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Iran threatens new strikes as it awaits US response to Hormuz plan

Iran threatens new strikes as it awaits US response to Hormuz plan

Iran on Tuesday threatened to attack infrastructure around the Middle East, intensifying its rhetoric as it awaits a formal response from Washington on a new plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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Politics

I persuaded Obi, Kwankwaso to join ADC despite Atiku fears – Babachir Lawal

I persuaded Obi, Kwankwaso to join ADC despite Atiku fears – Babachir Lawal

According to Lawal, the failure to reach an agreement on a consensus candidate eventually contributed to the departure of both Obi and Kwankwaso from the ADC.
Electoral Act

2027: ADC accuses APC of parading ‘imaginary’ defectors

2027: ‘I still embody Obidient values’ — Rhodes-Vivour

2027: ‘I still embody Obidient values’ — Rhodes-Vivour

Dalung accuses Tinubu of constitutional breach over ‘working vacation’

Dalung accuses Tinubu of constitutional breach over ‘working vacation’

Peter Obi I campaigned for is different from who he is now – Okonkwo

Peter Obi I campaigned for is different from who he is now – Okonkwo

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One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

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Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

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One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

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Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

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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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I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

“When I see young ones standing in the presence of God, I remember at the age of 17/18, I’ve also started casting out demons,” Okpebholo said.
Journalists in Portugal

Nigerian newspapers review: [N3.9trn debt] 40 firms battle for business survival

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 29, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 29, 2026

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Naira dips, now N1,382/$ in parallel market

2027: Atiku’ll not be ‘absentee President’ — ADC campaign tells Tinubu

2027: Atiku’ll not be ‘absentee President’ — ADC campaign tells Tinubu

Metro

Chimamanda's son’s death: Hospital seeks to stop inquest

Chimamanda’s son’s death: Hospital asks court to stop inquest

Chimamanda Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, have asked the court to dismiss a suit filed by Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital over Nkanu's death
Floods ravage Delta communities

Floods ravage Delta communities

Chinese company reconstructs school built in 1955 in Edo community 

Chinese company reconstructs school built in 1955 in Edo community 

Fire guts Customs Western Marine Command office in Lagos

Fire guts Customs Western Marine Command office in Lagos

Wife, daughter of drug lord Fito captured in Colombia

Wife, daughter of drug lord Fito captured in Colombia

Columns

UNGA 2026: When the Canyons reach our doorstep, by Dakuku Peterside

UNGA 2026: When the Canyons reach our doorstep, by Dakuku Peterside

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Mahama at the UN: Africa has stopped asking for permission, by Ejiro Ofoye

Mahama at the UN: Africa has stopped asking for permission, by Ejiro Ofoye

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

Why Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway (2), by Eric Teniola

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We'll build refinery in East Africa if ... - Dangote

Aliko Dangote, Nigeria’s truest capitalist? By Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Lindsay Barrett and Mia Mottley: The Pull of the Diaspora, by Owei Lakemfa

Lindsay Barrett and Mia Mottley: The Pull of the Diaspora, by Owei Lakemfa

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Where are the campaigns for 2027? By Tonnie Iredia

Where are the campaigns for 2027? By Tonnie Iredia

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Let basketball breathe again, by Patrick Omorodion

Let basketball breathe again, by Patrick Omorodion

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Entertainment

Iran court backs 74 lashes for singer who performed without hijab

Iran court backs 74 lashes for singer who performed without hijab

An appeals court in Iran has confirmed a sentence of 74 lashes handed to prominent singer Parastoo Ahmadi after she performed without the mandatory hijab, according to her lawyers.
I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

I started casting out demons at age 17 — Gov Okpebholo

BBNaija: Poll shows Keivo removed from voting after clash with Tram

BBNaija: Poll shows Keivo removed from voting after clash with Tram

‘Tram has nothing to lose’ — BBNaija fans react to Keivo, Tram fight

‘Tram has nothing to lose’ — BBNaija fans react to Keivo, Tram fight

BBNaija: Keivo, Tram throw punches in clash

BBNaija: Keivo, Tram throw punches in clash

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Temu Affiliate Program FAQ: Sign Up, Login, Sharing, and First Steps

How Mercy Chinwo’s “IN HIS WILL” Album is Changing Nigerian Gospel Music in 2026

How Mercy Chinwo’s “IN HIS WILL” Album is Changing Nigerian Gospel Music in 2026

More Nigerians Switch to Ridima for Fast Crypto-to-Cash Transactions

More Nigerians Switch to Ridima for Fast Crypto-to-Cash Transactions

Videos

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

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

ICYMI

Consulate seeks justice as three Nigerians killed in South Africa

Consulate seeks justice as three Nigerians killed in South Africa

Consulate-General has called for justice over the death of Kenechukwu Igwemmadu, Olaniyi Olatunde and Christian Nnaemeka in South Africa
Atiku to Tinubu: Explain ₦166.79trn debt despite rising revenue

Atiku to Tinubu: Explain ₦166.79trn debt despite rising revenue

CNN blocked from Trump trip on Saturday

CNN blocked from Trump trip on Saturday

Iran proposes Hormuz plan, Trump reportedly refuses

Iran proposes Hormuz plan, Trump reportedly refuses

Ohanaeze At 50: Celebrating five decades with ideas, sober reflection 

Ohanaeze At 50: Celebrating five decades with ideas, sober reflection 

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Does it apply to all PARTIES?

Cartoon: Does it apply to all PARTIES?

Cartoon: Mr & Mrs (un)happily married

Cartoon: Mr & Mrs (un)happily married

Cartoon: 'Nigeria on auto-drive'

Cartoon: ‘Nigeria on auto-drive?’

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Business

Banks awash with excess cash amidst poverty

Banks awash with excess cash amidst poverty

•As banking system liquidity surges 17% to N5.5trn By Elizabeth Adegbesan Amidst prevalent poverty in the country, Nigeria’s financial sector experienced a major injection of cash as the average net liquidity in the banking system surged to N5.53 trillion in May 2026. This represents a 17.16 per cent increase from the N4.72 trillion recorded previous […]
DLM Capital Group delivers 2nd coupon payment on AAA-rated SBCN

DLM Capital Group delivers 2nd coupon payment on AAA-rated SBCN

Revive textile sector for job creation, economic diversification — Labour

Revive textile sector for job creation, economic diversification — Labour

Naira

CBN to Nigerians: Handle Naira with dignity

LCCI

LCCI leads push for digital tourism ecosystem in Nigeria

Health

Environmental toxins linked to infertility, IVF failures — Ashiru

Environmental toxins linked to infertility, IVF failures — Ashiru

Too much light at night may quietly affect your heart

Too much light at night may quietly affect your heart

IntegratE: SFH, Gates, govt seek sustainable family planning gains

IntegratE: SFH, Gates, govt seek sustainable family planning gains

HCPAN Connect targets Nigeria’s fragmented health data crisis

HCPAN Connect targets Nigeria’s fragmented health data crisis

Sports

Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’

Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’

Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City's era of sustained success "a period of deception" after they were reportedly found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules.
AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash

AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash

Manchester City’s 115 Premier League charges: What comes next?

Manchester City’s 115 Premier League charges: What comes next?

FIFA accuses UEFA of ‘misinformation’ campaign in bid for World Cup papers

FIFA accuses UEFA of ‘misinformation’ campaign in bid for World Cup papers

Olise wonder strike gives Zidane’s France win in Belgium

Olise wonder strike gives Zidane’s France win in Belgium

Relationships

Who would a husband defend, his wife or the mistress

How many men after 30 years of marriage still love their wives?

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?

Special Report

Updated list of 44 visa-free countries Nigerians can travel to

After japa… When the dream meets reality

THE photograph usually comes first. A young Nigerian stands at the airport, passport in hand, luggage beside him, smiling as family members gather for one last embrace.

2027 Presidential Election: Meet Sandy Onor, scholar carrying PDP's broken burden

2027 Presidential Election: Meet Sandy Onor, scholar carrying PDP’s broken burden

His name carries an unusual combination of scholarship and electoral politics. But the bigger story is the political road that brought him

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

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Technology

Telecom subscriptions hit 195.1m in July

Telecom subscriptions hit 195.1m in July

…Adds 2.88m subscriptions in one month By Juliet Umeh Nigeria’s active telecommunications subscriptions rose by 2.88 million in July 2026 to 195.11 million, up from 192.23 million recorded in June, according to the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC. The increase represents a monthly growth of about 1.5 per cent, while the country’s teledensity rose from 88.67 […]

Meta

Meta to unveil new AI smart glasses amid privacy concerns

The Muse agent is built on Meta’s own AI models and is designed to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude.

Why we make battery power priority in REDMI Note 17 — Xiaomi

Why we make battery power priority in REDMI Note 17 — Xiaomi

By Prince Osuagwu Battery power is becoming a major consideration for smartphone users, and Xiaomi says this is why it has made battery endurance a priority in its new REDMI Note 17 Series, which arrives in Nigeria on September 30, 2026. The biggest talking point is the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, which comes […]

BORDERLESS TRANSACTIONS: Dtunes wears new look as Swapto

BORDERLESS TRANSACTIONS: Dtunes wears new look as Swapto

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Financial technology platform, Dtunes, is rebranding as Swapto, as it moves to expand its services from just a cash-out platform to broader multi-currency management for Nigerians and businesses. The company, which says it has served hundreds of thousands of Nigerian users, explained that the new name reflects its evolving focus […]

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Education

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

By Elizabeth Osayande History has been made at Fountain University, Osogbo, with the appointment of Dr. Raheemat Adefolake Adeniran as the institution’s first Professor of Mass Communication. A product of the Lagos State University School of Communication, Prof. Adeniran also made history as the first Professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences, where […]

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

However, JAMB said the emergence of stronger identity authentication and biometric verification systems had enabled it to review the policy without compromising the integrity of candidates’ records.

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 […]

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