US inmate spared execution eight times dies at 101
Francis Clifford Smith, who spent more than seven decades behind bars after being convicted of murder and was spared execution eight times, has died at the age of 101. Smith, who was believed to be the longest-serving prisoner in the United States, died in June at a care facility in Connecticut, where he had spent […]
FG begins 250-unit civil servants’ estate in Abuja
…Minister says project reflects Tinubu’s commitment to workers’ welfare By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Federal Government has commenced the construction of the Renewed Hope Civil Service Estate at Dukpa, Gwagwalada, Abuja, with a target of delivering 250 housing units for federal civil servants within six months. The groundbreaking ceremony for the project was held […]
Makinde declares Thursday work-free for Isese Day
…reaffirms commitment to religious inclusiveness By Adeola Badru IBADAN — Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents to participate in activities marking this year’s Isese Day celebration. The declaration was contained in a memorandum signed on Wednesday by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, […]
Peter Obi celebrates Uncle Sam, commends Vanguard’s role in nation-building
The event brought together prominent figures from the political, business, diplomatic, security and media sectors, as well as former and serving members of the Vanguard family.
Tinubu certificate case: Plaintiff rejects transfer from Kano to Abuja
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — Civil rights group, Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy (CFRPA), has rejected the transfer of its suit challenging President Bola Tinubu’s academic credentials from the Kano Division to the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court. The group described the transfer as a development that could undermine public confidence in […]
Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino
One of FIFA’s vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body’s embattled president Gianni Infantino, saying the “unexpected dismissal” of critic Kevin Lamour was the “final straw”.
Bayern’s Hoeness ‘speechless’ after second Musiala collapse
The 23-year-old Germany international revealed he is suffering from a “neurological disorder” which can lead to “temporary but treatable seizures”.
Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi’s Al Qadsiah – Source
Reports said Al Qadsiah paid around 61 million euros ($71 million) for the 28-year-old, who represented the Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Shettima: Tinubu’s $1 trillion economic vision will fail without women’s full participation
THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday, warned that Nigeria cannot reach a $1 trillion economy without women’s full economic participation, and has launched four strategic platforms to close the gender gap in financial inclusion and convert women’s economic potential into enterprises, jobs, and sustainable growth.
Police kill two suspected robbers, recover AK-47 in Anambra
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Anambra State Police Command has killed two suspected armed robbers and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a shootout with suspected criminals at Eziowele, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The command said the incident occurred after operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, received credible intelligence about […]
Wage bill, other spending exceed subsidy savings — Oyedele
…Govt saved N15.8trn from subsidy removal, naira floatation …FG got only N5.43trn, borrowed N11.85trn …No large pool of cash available to FG By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief ABUJA — The Federal Government has clarified that the N15.8 trillion saved from fuel subsidy removal and the flotation of the naira between June 2023 and December […]
Flooding: Wike defends demolition of Abuja structures blocking waterways
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has defended the ongoing demolition of structures blocking water channels in Abuja, telling critics that those who erected the structures were themselves acting outside the law. Wike spoke on Wednesday while responding to questions on the demolition exercise, which began after his […]
Isese Day: Ogun declares Thursday public holiday
The Ogun State government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Isese Day celebration.
Plateau killings: Military moves tactical HQ to Mangu, launches ‘Operation Hard Nut’
…Deploys additional troops, equipment to troubled communities By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Joint Security Task Force, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), has relocated its tactical headquarters from Jos to Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State following a recent surge in insecurity in the area. The move followed a series of security breaches in Mangu, […]
Even if Tinubu appoints Seyi as INEC chairman, he’ll be defeated in 2027 — Dalung
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has said the outcome of the Osun State governorship election has laid the foundation for what Nigerians should expect in the 2027 general elections.
N15.8trn: What we did with subsidy savings – Oyedele
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has disclosed what the federal government did with N15.8 trillion generated from the removal of fuel subsidy and the liberalisation of the foreign exchange market between June 2023 and December 2025. Oyedele on Wednesday, at a media conference on Nigeria’s reform scorecard […]
