Aregebesola’s caucus youth wing returns to APC in Osun
By Shina Abubakar Osogbo As the 2026 governorship election in Osun approaches, the youth wing of the former Governor Rauf Aregebesola’s caucus, Omoluabi Progressive, have returned to the All Progressives Congress, APC. The youth group, popularly known as the Blue Movement, led by a former Senior Special Assistant to ex governor Aregebesola, Mr Wale Alabi, […]
Nigeria, US deepen partnership on data privacy, AI, cybersecurity
By Progress Godfrey Abuja — Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration on data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity, aiming to bolster trust and resilience in Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital economy. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), made the remarks at the Nigeria […]
Tottenham sign Gallagher for £34m from Atletico Madrid
The former Chelsea midfielder was also linked with a move to Aston Villa on an initial loan deal with an option to buy, but Atletico were not convinced unless it was an obligation to buy.
Tinubu bids farewell to veteran journalist, Yakubu Mohammed
President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Yakubu Mohammed, a veteran journalist and co-founder of Newswatch Magazine, who died on Monday night.
2027: Tinubu supporters unveil evidence-based scorecard, rally backing for re-election
Supporters of President Bola Tinubu, under the umbrella of the Tinubu Impact Movement (TIM), have expressed confidence that the president’s 2027 re-election bid is on track, citing measurable successes achieved under his administration.
UNILAG graduates 16,506; 617 bag first class
A total of 16,506 students are set to graduate at the 56th convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), spanning both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
FCTA ratifies rehabilitation of Presidential Villa roads, 30 years after construction
The Federal Capital Territory FCT Executive Council has ratified the rehabilitation and resurfacing of internal roads within the Presidential Villa, Abuja, more than 30 years after they were originally constructed.
Tanker crushes motorcyclist, passenger Lagos
Tragedy struck at Pokia Junction, inward Araga, along the Epe–Ijebu Road, Epe, after an empty Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker crushed a commercial motorcyclist and his passenger to death.
Defence, Special Operations get N3.15trn in 2026 budget
The Federal Government has earmarked a total of N3.154 trillion for the Ministry of Defence in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, reflecting the continued prioritisation of national security and the fight against insecurity across Nigeria.
Police detain masquerade over alleged attack in Anambra community
The Anambra Police Command says it has detained a masquerade, allegedly involved in unprovoked violent attacks on residents of Awgbu Community in Orumba North LGA of the state.
Lassa Fever claims 215 lives nationwide in 2025, says NCDC
Nigeria recorded 215 deaths from Lassa fever in 2025, as the viral haemorrhagic disease continued to spread across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has disclosed.
