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2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai coalition’ll defeat Tinubu if… – PDP

2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai coalition’ll defeat Tinubu if… – PDP

'If they join forces again, given the rising levels of hunger, insecurity, frustration, and depression, I don’t see why they can't conclude the election by 1 p.m. on election day'
Again, many feared dead on Abuja’s Nyanya-Mararaba Road accident

Again, many feared dead on Abuja’s Nyanya-Mararaba Road accident

JAMB-Registrar-Ishaq-Oloyede

JAMB: South East Reps demand Oloyede’s resignation, 2025 UTME cancellation

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Pope offer to host Russia-Ukraine talks welcomed by international leaders

Pope offer to host Russia-Ukraine talks welcomed by international leaders

Pope Leo XIV has offered to host Russia-Ukraine peace talks in a gesture welcomed by US and European leaders, Italy’s Prime Minister Georgia Meloni said on Monday.

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Zamfara

Zamfara APC demands immediate arrest of PDP women leader over alleged threats

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State has called for the immediate arrest of the PDP Women Leader, Hajiya Rabi Madawaki, over what it described as unguarded utterances and threats against electorates who may refuse to vote for Governor Dauda Lawal in the upcoming 2027

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Again, many feared dead on Abuja’s Nyanya-Mararaba Road accident

Again, many feared dead on Abuja’s Nyanya-Mararaba Road accident

Some persons were on Monday feared dead after an accident – the second in 24 hours – occurred around the Karu bridge on the Nyanya – Mararaba road in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

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PDP

Court remands woman for allegedly posting victims’ pornographic videos

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, remanded a lady, Ogechi Njaka, in Suleja Correctional Centre for allegedly posting the pornographic videos of her victims on her Facebook account. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered her remand after she pleaded not guilty to a five-count charge preferred against her by the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police. After […]

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Ogun Customs boss tasks newly promoted officers to renew fight against smuggling

Customs moves to ease import of renewable energy technologies

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has expressed commitment to facilitating the importation of renewable energy technologies into the country. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adeniyi, made this statement at the NCS Trade Facilitation Consultative Forum held in Lagos on Monday. The theme of the forum is“Trade Facilitation Measures for Renewable Energy and Energy-Efficient Technologies”.Adeniyi, […]

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Lagos urges support for local production

Lagos urges support for local production

The Lagos State Government has urged Nigerians to embrace locally made products to boost Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and strengthen the national economy. Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folasade Bada Ambrose, made this appeal on Monday during the 16th National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment (NCITI). The event […]

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2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai coalition’ll defeat Tinubu if… – PDP

2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai coalition’ll defeat Tinubu if… – PDP

‘If they join forces again, given the rising levels of hunger, insecurity, frustration, and depression, I don’t see why they can’t conclude the election by 1 p.m. on election day’

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Pope and Tinubu

Tinubu’s participation at Pope’s inauguration shows religious tolerance – Clerics 

Two clerics, Prof. Amidu Sanni, Chief Imam, Lagos State University, and Pastor Charles Ighele of the Holy Spirit Mission Church, Ikeja, have described President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s presence at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration mass as a demonstration of religious tolerance. The clerics spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. NAN […]

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herdsmen

Aside poverty, fanaticism also driving insecurity in the North – MBF

By Peter Duru, Makurdi The National President of Middle Belt Forum, MBF, Dr. Bitrus Pogu says Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State is partially correct by his assertion that poverty is fueling insecurity in Northern Nigeria. He noted that fanaticism should also be blamed for the spate of insecurity in that part of the country. […]

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Video: Chelsea Women dance to viral ‘Shake Body’ song after FA Cup win

Video: Chelsea Women dance to viral ‘Shake Body’ song after FA Cup win

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Skales has continued to make waves on the global stage as his 2014 hit single Shake Body once again captures international attention.

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Politics

Peter Obi

Anti-Tinubu coalition: Peter Obi disagrees with Atiku’s camp over VP slot

"I just came back (from Rome) this morning. I didn’t talk about politics. I’m talking about the education of these children. I’m not talking about positions"
PDP

2027: PDP defections driven by personal gain — Organizing Secretary

Peter Obi trends as reports link him to Atiku’s 2027 presidential plan

Peter Obi trends as reports link him to Atiku’s 2027 presidential plan

Edo deputy speaker resigns voluntarily over PDP’s minority status

Edo deputy speaker resigns voluntarily over PDP’s minority status

2027: I won’t contest against Tinubu – Wike

2027: I won’t contest against Tinubu – Wike

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Canada

10 best courses to study in Canada for high employment opportunities

Canada doesn’t just offer world-class education; it also opens doors to career opportunities, permanent residency and better standard of living.
Peter Obi

Vatican visit shouldn’t be politicised – Peter Obi

Nasarawa attack

Nigerian newspapers review: Herdsmen, bandits strike in Benue, Kebbi, Imo, Ondo, Kogi, kill 33

NASU

N50bn Earned Allowances: Crisis brews in varsities as SSANU, NASU reject sharing formula

DSS arrests ‘wanted kidnappers’ in Abuja, Sokoto Hajj camps

DSS arrests ‘wanted kidnappers’ in Abuja, Sokoto Hajj camps

Metro

Suspected rapist machete 14-yr-old girl to coma in Abia

Suspected rapist machete 14-yr-old girl to coma in Abia

*Police took N30,000 from us to register the case- Victim’s father By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA- A suspected rapist identified as Chinazum Ubani,has macheted a 14 year old girl to coma at Obete Nchina Village, Ntighauzo community in Obingwa council area of Abia State. The girl was said to have gone to fetch firewood with her […]
Woman files for divorce after ChatGPT predicts husband’s ‘infidelity’ via coffee cup

Woman files for divorce after ChatGPT predicts husband’s ‘infidelity’ via coffee cup

Bank charges: More families return to thrift savings

Bank charges: More families return to thrift savings

herdsmen

Herdsmen, bandits strike in Benue, Kebbi, Imo, Ondo, Kogi, kill 33

Three rescued, others trapped as one-storey building collapses in Lagos

Three rescued, others trapped as one-storey building collapses in Lagos

Columns

Tunde Fanimokun and Jakande: The path of our fathers, by Owei Lakemfa

Tunde Fanimokun and Jakande: The path of our fathers, by Owei Lakemfa

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Democracy in Africa and the dangers of a judicial selectorate, by Chidi Odinkalu

Democracy in Africa and the dangers of a judicial selectorate, by Chidi Odinkalu

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Where the government fails…, by Obi Nwakanma

Where the government fails…, by Obi Nwakanma

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To my brother Bayo Onanuga, by Dele Sobowale

To my brother Bayo Onanuga, by Dele Sobowale

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Let’s move JAMB’s Oloyede to INEC, by Tonnie Iredia

Let’s move JAMB’s Oloyede to INEC, by Tonnie Iredia

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78 blind candidates sit for 2022 UTME in Kano center

JAMB: A gatekeeper that locks the gates

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Chukwueke’s July 29 pain, by Emeka Obasi

Chukwueke’s July 29 pain, by Emeka Obasi

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Entertainment

Lagos Govt shuts down Cubana Chief Priest’s restaurant

Lagos Govt shuts down Cubana Chief Priest’s restaurant

The Lagos State Government has sealed off DONALD Restaurant, owned by popular nightlife entrepreneur, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, for environmental violations.
Jumoke George's daughter with Abike Dabiri

Just In: Actress Jumoke George’s trafficked daughter returns from Mali after 4 years

Nigeria needs good fathers, says Akinola Davies Jr, director who made Cannes history

Nigeria needs good fathers, says Akinola Davies Jr, director who made Cannes history

Actress Mercy Aigbe apologises to daughter for harsh upbringing

Actress Mercy Aigbe apologises to daughter for harsh upbringing

Singer Jim Morrison’s bust found in France, 37 years after theft

Singer Jim Morrison’s bust found in France, 37 years after theft

Web3

Ukraine moves toward national bitcoin reserve amid push for crypto regulations

Ukraine moves toward national bitcoin reserve amid push for crypto regulations

Ukrainian authorities are laying the groundwork for a National Bitcoin Reserve as part of a broader strategy to regulate digital assets, signaling a major shift in the country’s approach to cryptocurrency adoption.
Bitcoin dips below $102K as Russia-Ukraine peace talks face uncertainty

Bitcoin dips below $102K as Russia-Ukraine peace talks face uncertainty

French authorities urge crypto industry action after kidnap attempts target executives’ families

French authorities urge crypto industry action after kidnap attempts target executives’ families

UK eyes crypto dominance with new regulation blueprint

UK eyes crypto dominance with new regulation blueprint

Meta eyes return to crypto space, stablecoins payment for Instagram creators

Meta eyes return to crypto space, stablecoins payment for Instagram creators

Promoted

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The Edenbrooks Homes Standard: Why Owning a Home in Nigeria Shouldn’t Be a Compromise

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Best CSGO Gambling Sites Reviewed for 2025 – Compare CS2 Casinos

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BetPokies Founder Gives Exclusive Interview About Affiliate Success

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Infinix partners with Garena Games to Launch Delta Force Wallpapers on XTheme

Videos

‘Teacher pushed me, raised my skirt’; NYSC member fights for 13 victims of sexual abuse in Lagos

‘Teacher pushed me, raised my skirt’; NYSC member fights for 13 victims of sexual abuse in Lagos

Whither Nigerian women 30 years after Beijing conference

Whither Nigerian women 30 years after Beijing conference

People say my son will start behaving like a female – Jessica Ossai, mother of 5-yr-old

People say my son will start behaving like a female – Jessica Ossai, mother of 5-yr-old

People Talk: What should government do about killings in Benue, Plateau, others ?

People Talk: What should government do about killings in Benue, Plateau, others ?

Naija Diaspora

Canada tightens foreign workers rules as Nigerians, others risk deportation

Canada tightens foreign workers rules as Nigerians, others risk deportation

Canada has introduced stricter rules in its Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), raising concerns among skilled foreign workers, including many Nigerians, who now face greater risks of deportation due to tighter hiring conditions.
Japa: Seven things to know before moving to Europe  —  Advice from a Nigerian in Luxembourg

Japa: Seven things to know before moving to Europe  —  Advice from a Nigerian in Luxembourg

Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape to leave South Africa

Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape to leave South Africa

Opeyemi Bright

29-year-old Nigerian-British makes history as UK’s youngest mayor

care workers’ visas

UK to establish return hubs in 3rd countries for failed asylum seekers

ICYMI

9 in-demand jobs in Finland as country seeks Nigerians, other foreign workers

9 in-demand jobs in Finland as country seeks Nigerians, other foreign workers

Finland has unveiled its latest list of jobs facing critical labour shortages in 2025, opening up fresh opportunities for skilled international professionals to apply for work-based residence permits.
Shaibu impeachment

Court dismisses Philip Shaibu’s N50bn suit against ex-Gov. Obaseki, others 

Atiku, Obi

2027: Atiku, Obi coalition details secret – Ex-VP’s Aide

Ebonyi Governor,

Ebonyi Gov increases salary of newly employed medical doctors to N500k

Natasha: Court fixes June 27 for judgement on Senate's suspension

Investigate Akpabio, Sandra Duru, Natasha petitions IGP

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Relax, I’ve cleared our debt, now we can start borrowing afresh’

Cartoon: ‘Relax, I’ve cleared our debt, now we can start borrowing afresh’

Cartoon: Common man not finding things common

Cartoon: Common man not finding things common

Cartoon: Well done sir, but dancing DisCo in darkness?

Cartoon: Well done sir, but dancing DisCo in darkness?

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Business

Wale Edun

Capital Market crucial for Nigeria’s $1trn economy goal – Wale Edun

The Minister of Finance, Mr Wale Edun, has emphasised the crucial role of the capital market in achieving the nation’s ambitious goal of becoming a one-trillion-dollar economy.
CBN act

High interest rate affecting manufacturing sector, SMEs — Reps to CBN

FG highlights economic value of ‘Nigeria First’ policy

FG highlights economic value of ‘Nigeria First’ policy

Dangote refinery

Dangote Refinery gets 146,000 metric tonnes of oil from global market 

CBN act

Analysts caution as investors await CBN’s monetary policy decision

Health

Hope for expectant mothers as VOHF addresses anaemia in Imo

Hope for expectant mothers as VOHF addresses anaemia in Imo

Just one cup of tea daily could damage your health — Study

Just one cup of tea daily could damage your health — Study

Beware! Popular household spices are silently sabotaging your medications

Beware! Popular household spices are silently sabotaging your medications

Fidson at 30: Profit up 60%, revenue hits ₦84.2bn

Fidson at 30: Profit up 60%, revenue hits ₦84.2bn

Sports

Video: Chelsea Women dance to viral ‘Shake Body’ song after FA Cup win

Video: Chelsea Women dance to viral ‘Shake Body’ song after FA Cup win

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Skales has continued to make waves on the global stage as his 2014 hit single Shake Body once again captures international attention.
Serie A title deciders to be played Friday

Serie A title deciders to be played Friday

Which EPL teams will qualify for the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League?

Which EPL teams will qualify for the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League?

UEFA to co-organise Ballon d'Or from 2024

Ballon d’Or to be awarded on September 22

Gyokeres leads European Golden Boot race ahead of Mbappe [See top 10]

Gyokeres leads European Golden Boot race ahead of Mbappe [See top 10]

Relationships

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

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

Her husband’s bit-on-the-side is a randy granny!

Her husband’s bit-on-the-side is a randy granny!

Are you man enough to stay with partner who beat breast cancer?

Are you man enough to stay with partner who beat breast cancer?

The shock of reading about the ‘other woman’ claiming to be the wife!

The shock of reading about the ‘other woman’ claiming to be the wife!

Special Report

Newly Constructed Old Ojo Road, Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos.

The road that broke Nigeria

The road that broke Nigeria. It’s not just tarmac and potholes. It’s a metaphor for something far deeper, the collapse of governance, the betrayal of public trust, and the slow death of patriotism.

True Local Government Autonomy: The cost of powerlessness of chairmen 

True Local Government Autonomy: The cost of powerlessness of chairmen 

For decades, power has remained heavily concentrated in the hands of the federal and state governments

Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a brainbox, DR. VICTOR OMOLOLU OLUNLOYO (1935 – 2025)

Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a brainbox, DR. VICTOR OMOLOLU OLUNLOYO (1935 – 2025)

Our several intellectual escapades and discuss in the last three years, would certainly form the subject of another piece on Omololu Olunloyo as a memorabilia

Mental Health

SILENCE AS A SILENT KILLER: How stigma hampers mental health struggles

A diagnosis is like a death sentence, not necessarily from the illness itself, but from the attitudes and behaviour of those around

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Technology

Cybersecurity levy was ill-timed, lacked awareness — Nwosu

Despite drop in breaches, Nigeria’s cybersecurity struggles persist

In today’s increasingly digital world, Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its cybersecurity journey. With over 119,000 data breaches recorded in the first quarter of 2025, the country continues to grapple with the realities of digital vulnerability,  even as signs of improvement emerge.

SMEs hope for revolutionised sector with Salad Africa, Glovo partnership

SMEs hope for revolutionised sector with Salad Africa, Glovo partnership

Salad Africa, a fintech specializing in embedded lending infrastructure for B2B marketplaces and technology enabled SMEs, has announced a strategic partnership with Glovo, a leading multi category app connecting users with businesses and riders in Nigeria.

MTN

MTN’s carbon emission reduction triggers 95% network expansion

Telecoms giant, MTN Nigeria, has said that it has achieved a tangible impact on its Environmental, Social, and Governance, ESG, strategy.

AfriCast 2025: Nigeria to host over 3,000 broadcasters in Lagos

AfriCast 2025: Nigeria to host over 3,000 broadcasters in Lagos

Nigeria is poised to become the epicenter of African broadcasting and digital media as it prepares to host AfriCast 2025, the continent’s premier summit in the sector.

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Education

World bank

Poor countries have annual $97bn financing gap for education — World Bank 

Poor countries have about $97 billion annual financing gap for education, a report by the World bank has revealed.

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

Reps Committee on TETFund visits LASUSTECH 

By Efe Onodjae  The House of Representatives Committee on Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has paid an oversight visit to Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, commending the institution for its prudent utilisation of public funds. The delegation, comprising Mr. Uduma Nnaechi, Engr. Aliyu Muhammed, and Arc. Ugochukwu Ndukawuba, remarked that the purpose […]

YabaTech

TETFund rates YABATECH high on project execution

By Elizabeth Osayande  The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has scored Yaba College of Technology high in quality project execution, transparency and value-driven use of funds allocated to it and also commissioned a Workplace Learning Hub of the institution at Ikeja Computer Village. A member of the TETFund Board of Trustees, South-West geopolitical zone, Hon. Sunday […]

Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu.

Sanwo-Olu lauds Charterhouse Lagos on outstanding educational vision

By Elizabeth Osayande Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended Charterhouse Lagos for the superb facilities on the campus and its student-centred policy that delivers world-class education to learners. The governor gave the kudos during a tour of the school.  He was accompanied by a distinguished delegation including Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. […]

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