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Benue killings: Outrage as protesters block roads

Benue killings: Outrage as protesters block roads

Hundreds of youths in Benue State, yesterday, blocked major roads to protest the continuous attacks, killings, and displacement of people in the state by armed herders.
petrol price

Israel-Iran conflict: Marketers hike petrol prices as crude oil hits $74pb

Tinubu-Shettima

2027: APC govs, NASS caucus want retention of Tinubu-Shettima ticket

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Trump orders deportation drive targeting Democratic cities

Trump orders deportation drive targeting Democratic cities

US President Donald Trump on Sunday directed federal authorities to ramp up deportation efforts in Democratic-led cities, doubling down on a politicized anti-immigration drive after major protests in Los Angeles.

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ECOWAS President urges bloc to tackle integration challenges

ECOWAS President urges bloc to tackle integration challenges

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it is currently facing integration challenges and seeks to address them by strengthening unity, solidarity, and fraternity within the bloc.

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Trump suggests Iran, Israel need ‘to fight it out’ to reach deal

Trump suggests Iran, Israel need ‘to fight it out’ to reach deal

US President Donald Trump on Sunday urged Iran and Israel — who are locked in an exchange of military strikes — to “make a deal,” but suggested they might need to “fight it out” first.

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Police arrest suspected killer of Minnesota lawmaker

Police arrest suspected killer of Minnesota lawmaker

US law enforcement officials in Minnesota said the suspected killer of a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband was taken into custody without force on Sunday, after a two-day manhunt.

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‘One-way’ driver kills tricyclist, flees scene – LASTMA

‘One-way’ driver kills tricyclist, flees scene – LASTMA

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says a one-way SUV driver fled after colliding with a tricycle operator, resulting in the operator’s tragic death.

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petrol price

Israel-Iran conflict: Marketers hike petrol prices as crude oil hits $74pb

The ongoing Israeli-Iran conflict has triggered upward adjustment in petrol prices by 10 marketers as crude oil rose  8.8 per cent to $74 per barrel from $68 per barrel.

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The implications of Israeli/Iran war

The implications of Israeli/Iran war

THE bombing of Iranian nuclear sites by Israel started as a child’s play.

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Israel-Iran conflict: Trump warns Iran not to attack

Israel-Iran conflict: Trump warns Iran not to attack

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Tehran not to strike any U.S. targets just as he lauded Israel’s offensive.

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Reps to convene legislative dialogue on national security architecture Monday

Reps to convene legislative dialogue on national security architecture Monday

…Tinubu, Service Chiefs, lawmakers to attend By Gift ChapiOdekina Abuja -The House of Representatives’ Committee on Constitution Review will, today, convene a high-level Legislative Dialogue on National Security Architecture in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA. Themed “Nigeria’s Peace and Security: The Constitutional Imperatives,” the dialogue will take place at the […]

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Benue is bleeding: Ogwuche writes Tinubu, demands urgent action on insecurity

Benue is bleeding: Ogwuche writes Tinubu, demands urgent action on insecurity

Amid rising insecurity in Benue State, renowned legal practitioner and justice advocate, Barrister Aida Nath Ogwuche, has written a passionate open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling for immediate intervention to end the ongoing bloodshed ravaging communities across the state.

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Politics

Israel-Iran conflict: Trump warns Iran not to attack

Israel-Iran conflict: Trump warns Iran not to attack

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Tehran not to strike any U.S. targets just as he lauded Israel's offensive.
2027: Wike, APC scared of opposition coalition  —  Atiku’s aide

2027: Wike, APC scared of opposition coalition  —  Atiku’s aide

2027 election

Fake Opposition: Sowore explains how APC ‘controls’ PDP, LP, others

Solomon Dalung insists Tinubu's govt is fraught with cabals' interference.

2027:This Obi, Atiku, others’ coalition is different, Dalung warns

Wike leads former PDP governors to Tinubu

Wike leads former PDP governors to Tinubu

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Police arrest suspected killer of Minnesota lawmaker

Police arrest suspected killer of Minnesota lawmaker

US law enforcement officials in Minnesota said the suspected killer of a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband was taken into custody without force on Sunday, after a two-day manhunt.
Reps to convene legislative dialogue on national security architecture Monday

Reps to convene legislative dialogue on national security architecture Monday

Eze Anaba

NGE convention: Amuka, Osoba, Ugochukwu, Obaigbena, Momoh lead editors to Enugu

Video: Pope Leo decries killing of 200 in Benue, prays for peace in Nigeria

Video: Pope Leo decries killing of 200 in Benue, prays for peace in Nigeria

Photos: Beware of drug-laced sweets in childrens’ bags, NDLEA warns parents

Photos: Beware of drug-laced sweets in childrens’ bags, NDLEA warns parents

Metro

‘One-way’ driver kills tricyclist, flees scene – LASTMA

‘One-way’ driver kills tricyclist, flees scene – LASTMA

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says a one-way SUV driver fled after colliding with a tricycle operator, resulting in the operator’s tragic death.
The Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola

Muric kicks as masquerades invade mosque, beat women

The Nigeria Police Force

Ebonyi police arrest armed robber, recover pistol, live cartridge

MKO Abiola

June 12 bombshell: ‘How defiant Gov Adeleke nailed the coffin of ‘Interim Nonsense Govt’, then Abacha struck’

Suicide

Five persons electrocuted, 13 injured in Gombe – Police

Columns

Sam Amuka: The inimitable 90-year-old brand, by Owei Lakemfa

Sam Amuka: The inimitable 90-year-old brand, by Owei Lakemfa

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Mohammed Lawal Uwais, 12 June 1936 – 6 June 2025

Mohammed Lawal Uwais, 12 June 1936 – 6 June 2025

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Osimhen and Napoli’s meanness, by Patrick Omorodion

Osimhen and Napoli’s meanness, by Patrick Omorodion

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Trump thoroughly thrashed, by Dele Sobowale

Trump thoroughly thrashed, by Dele Sobowale

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Oshiomhole V Air Peace: Matters Arising, by Tonnie Iredia

Oshiomhole V Air Peace: Matters Arising, by Tonnie Iredia

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A name is not just a word. It is history, memory, identity,a scar, a flag, a footprint in time. It is whispered in boardrooms and shouted on playgrounds

Why divorced women are keeping their ex-husbands’ names, By Stephanie Shaakaa

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The Silent Crisis in Modern Parenting: Are we failing our children?, By Stephanie Shaakaa 

The Silent Crisis in Modern Parenting: Are we failing our children?, By Stephanie Shaakaa 

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Entertainment

Some Nigerian comedians cross the line with dirty jokes at corporate events – Alibaba

Some Nigerian comedians cross the line with dirty jokes at corporate events – Alibaba

Ace Nigerian comedian Alibaba has raised concerns over what he describes as a growing lack of professionalism among some of his colleagues in the industry.
‘Africa must be respected,’ says Davido, pulls out of 50 Cent’s concert

‘Africa must be respected,’ says Davido, pulls out of 50 Cent’s concert

Ten most iconic moments of Davido’s career

Ten most iconic moments of Davido’s career

Saheed Osupa launches Fuji music camp to mentor, preserve and promote Fuji genre

Saheed Osupa launches Fuji music camp to mentor, preserve and promote Fuji genre

Ofego releases “Girls Dem Daddy” remix video ahead “1 Man MP” album launch

Ofego releases “Girls Dem Daddy” remix video ahead “1 Man MP” album launch

Web3

Bitcoin soars to new high as U.S-China trade agreement finalised

Bitcoin soars to new high as U.S-China trade agreement finalised

Bitcoin is approaching a new all-time high, fueled by optimism over a finalized trade deal between the U.S. and China.
Bitcoin, U.S. crypto stocks rise as more firms eye fresh BTC investments

Bitcoin, U.S. crypto stocks rise as more firms eye fresh BTC investments

Litecoin Versus Bitcoin

Bitcoin steadies at $105k as altcoins dip in market slowdown

Trump-Musk clash triggers bitcoin drop, as $308m in longs wiped out

Trump-Musk clash triggers bitcoin drop, as $308m in longs wiped out

Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury

Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury

Promoted

BlockDAG’s $600M & 20 CEX Launch Plan Highlights in June As Arbitrum Gains 12%, and Ethereum Holds!

BlockDAG’s $600M & 20 CEX Launch Plan Highlights in June As Arbitrum Gains 12%, and Ethereum Holds!

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Rahman Jago is Making Crypto Look Good – Breet Signs the Influencer as its New Face

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BlockDAG’s X1 App Hits 2M Users: What It Means for TAO and DOGE Investors in the Race for Web3 Dominance 

5 Best Crypto Casinos: Comparison of Top Crypto Gambling Sites Online 2025

5 Best Crypto Casinos: Comparison of Top Crypto Gambling Sites Online 2025

Videos

LIVE: Joint Session of the National Assembly with President Tinubu

LIVE: Joint Session of the National Assembly with President Tinubu

Japa: Abu Dhabi was tough, but now dry cleaners handle my mechanic clothes – Sharafa Olaopa

Japa: Abu Dhabi was tough, but now dry cleaners handle my mechanic clothes – Sharafa Olaopa

People Talk: If you could change your country of origin, where would you choose and why

People Talk: If you could change your country of origin, where would you choose and why

Historically: 3 yrs after Owo terror attack

Historically: 3 yrs after Owo terror attack

Naija Diaspora

Nigerian man jailed after forcing kisses on patient in UK hospital

Nigerian man jailed after forcing kisses on patient in UK hospital

A York Hospital healthcare worker, Adewale Kudabo found guilty of sexually assaulting a patient by kissing her against her will has been sentenced to one year in prison.
‘We want to come home’ – Nigerians in India plead amid alleged abuse, extortion

‘We want to come home’ – Nigerians in India plead amid alleged abuse, extortion

Nigerian-Australian woman arrested for trafficking 15 students

Nigerian-Australian woman arrested for trafficking 15 students

19-yr-old Nigerian innovator, Ifeoluwa Afolayan wins London college award

19-yr-old Nigerian innovator, Ifeoluwa Afolayan wins London college award

5 most difficult visas to obtain as Nigerian

5 most difficult visas to obtain as Nigerian

ICYMI

Emulate Uncle Sam, Tinubu urges journalists

Emulate Uncle Sam, Tinubu urges journalists

“We owe you a debt of gratitude for your lifelong dedication to transforming journalism in Nigeria"
Your treatment of traditional institutions dictatorial, youth group tells Soludo

Soludo calls for a new political culture, alliances

Rigging: Oshiomhole’s allegation laughable, figment of his imagination ― Fayemi

June 12: Nigeria yet to achieve real democracy  — Fayemi

Vishwash Kumar Ramesh: 'Bodies around me,' survivor of Air Indian crash narrates experience

Vishwash Kumar: ‘Bodies around me,’ survivor of Air Indian crash narrates experience

Chairmanship: Coast clears for Mark as Saraki opts for Presidency

Democracy Day: After four years, my portrait was just added to senate gallery — Saraki alleges

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Mr Democracy wait, let me tell you something’

Cartoon: ‘Mr Democracy wait, let me tell you something’

Cartoon: … and Aso Rock has budget for generators

Cartoon: … and Aso Rock has budget for generators

Cartoon: Lootocracy, Demoncracy or Democracy?

Cartoon: Lootocracy, Demoncracy or Democracy?

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Business

MSMEs

FG invests $50m in impact fund to boost MSMEs, job creation

By Yinka Kolawole The Federal Government, FG, has announced a $50 million investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF), aimed at unlocking significant financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and generating jobs across priority sectors . The Federal Ministry of Finance stated this in a post on X, noting that the investment […]
CBN

We have not extended BDC recapitalisation deadline — CBN

CRUDE OIL PRODUCTION

No final decision on $5bn oil-backed loan from Saudi Aramco — FG

NAICOM unveils strategic plans to boost public trust

NAICOM guidelines on cyber risk insurance, annuity, market conduct underway

Nigeria records N5.2trn trade surplus in Q1’25

Nigeria records N5.2trn trade surplus in Q1’25

Health

Study links poultry consumption to increased risk of digestive cancers   

Study links poultry consumption to increased risk of digestive cancers   

Research uncovers health benefit for women who have sex at least once weekly  

Research uncovers health benefit for women who have sex at least once weekly  

lassa fever

NCDC reports 142 deaths, 747 confirmed Lassa Fever cases across 18 states

NIMR leads study in new therapy against high infant mortality

NIMR leads study in new therapy against high infant mortality

Sports

PSG maul Atletico Madrid 4-0 in flying start to World Club campaign

PSG maul Atletico Madrid 4-0 in flying start to World Club campaign

Newly crowned European Champions Paris Saint-Germain launched their bid for Club World Cup glory with a convincing 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
Bayern destroy Auckland City 10-0 at FIFA Club World Cup

Bayern destroy Auckland City 10-0 at FIFA Club World Cup

Gattuso named new Italy coach

Gattuso named new Italy coach

Inter Milan striker Taremi stranded in Iran, to miss Club World Cup

Inter Milan striker Taremi stranded in Iran, to miss Club World Cup

Meet 5 Nigerian footballers participating in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Meet 5 Nigerian footballers participating in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Relationships

Spouses who lose their sparkle when they stopped drinking

Spouses who lose their sparkle when they stopped drinking

Dear Bunmi, my wife no longer turns me on

Dear Bunmi, my wife no longer turns me on

Dear Bunmi, how can I handle my friend’s affair with my wife?

Dear Bunmi, how can I handle my friend’s affair with my wife?

love

Why love rats can never be reformed

Special Report

gas-powered vehicle

FG’s gas-powered vehicle scheme runs into major hitch nationwide

There are indications that the Federal Government’s (FG) scheme, designed to transition Nigeria’s vehicle transportation service industry away from fossil fuel (petrol) to gas, has encountered a major hitch.

Umo Eno

2027:  The question Gov Eno’s sincerity addresses 

Reports spoke of security forces intimidating voters and INEC officials mishandling results. The APC won, but many were suspicious of how

What makes small Qatar rich

What makes small Qatar rich

Qatar’s success is deliberate. They manage their resources wisely, protect their culture fiercely, and plan for the long term

How Adebanjo's death widened crack in Afenifere 

How Adebanjo’s death widened crack in Afenifere 

All the advocates of the Yoruba nation, including Professor Banji Akintoye have been kept at a distance because of this constant crisis

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Technology

Metrospeed, Chevron join forces to drive Lagos Metro Smart City

Metrospeed, Chevron join forces to drive Lagos Metro Smart City

 In a major boost to Nigeria’s real estate and smart infrastructure sector, Metrospeed Property Development Limited has signed a landmark partnership with Chevron Employees Multipurpose Cooperative Society (CEMCS) to fast-track the development of the highly anticipated Metro Smart City project in Lagos.

Women and Career arms budding Start-ups with skills, tools to drive innovation in Ed-Tech sector

Women and Career arms budding Start-ups with skills, tools to drive innovation in Ed-Tech sector

Using technology to improve knowledge and education in Nigeria has been a major priority of every administration. But the challenges that hinder its growth and effectiveness are enormous.

Enterpreneurship: Ekeh says every successful businessman must have combined traits of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

Enterpreneurship: Ekeh says every successful businessman must have combined traits of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

Tech entrepreneur and Chairman Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh, has declared that succeeding as an entrepreneur in Nigeria requires the combined strength and unique traits of three of Nigeria’s most prominent political figures, President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi.

Why Tsebo Rapid evolves into Tsebo Nigeria

Why Tsebo Rapid evolves into Tsebo Nigeria

By Prince Osuagwu Frontline facilities management company, Tsebo Rapid, has officially rebranded into Tsebo Nigeria with a promise of delivering exceptional, locally rooted, and globally aligned services across Nigeria’s fast-evolving business landscape. Managing Director of Tsebo Nigeria, Mr. Oliyide Oluwashina, while unveiling the new brand emphasized that the rebrand is more than a change in […]

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Education

SSCE: Examiners allege delay in payment; we don't owe anybody - NECO

NECO conducts common entrance exams for 64,000 candidates

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja A total of 64,000 participated in the 2025 National Common Entrance Examination, NCEE, conducted across the country on Saturday by the National Examinations Council, NECO. The examination body, which disclosed this in Abuja yesterday, said Lagos topped all states of the federation with the highest number of candidates. The candidates, mostly […]

Democracy Day: CONUA calls for economic justice, academic renewal

Democracy Day: CONUA calls for economic justice, academic renewal

The Congress of University Academics, CONUA, has called for the pursuit of justice, equity and excellence with the university system and the larger Nigerian society as the nation marks Democracy Day.

Ondo: Daring attack on education

Ondo: Daring attack on education

Exam malpractice (popularly known as “expo”) used to be a carefully planned and executed offence. There was fear that discovery could lead to the cancellation of the exam, withholding of the results by the governing body and severe disciplinary action – even prosecution – for candidates, teachers and exam officials implicated. Unfortunately, corruption has virtually […]

Apampa Oyindamola, 16, shines, scores 351 in UTME

Apampa Oyindamola, 16, shines, scores 351 in UTME

Despite what is termed poor performance by candidates in this year’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, 16-year-old Apampa Oyindamola Kikiloluwa was able to achieve an aggregate score of 351 in the said examination.

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