Viral N5,000 note featuring Tinubu is fake — CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed as false a circulating image claiming to show a newly introduced N5,000 banknote.
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10:26 pm
Kebbi speaker laid to rest in Zuru
Thousands of mourners gathered at the Zuru Jumu’at Mosque to bid a final farewell to a man widely described as a symbol of humility, dedication, and selfless service.
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IGP Disu receives Femi Falana, other civil society delegates
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, on Thursday received a delegation of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) led by human rights lawyer, Femi Falana SAN, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
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Tinubu describes fallen soldiers in Borno attack as unforgettable heroes
The President also expressed heartfelt condolences to the military and the families of the soldiers, urging them to take heart in the face of the unfortunate loss.
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Court sentences Boko Haram terrorist to death by hanging
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced a Boko Haram terrorist, Auwalu Samaila, to death by hanging.
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Barcelona lodge complaint with UEFA over handball decision
“The club considers that the refereeing did not adhere to the current law, directly influencing how the game progressed and the result,” the club said in a statement.
08:47 pm
Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said earlier this week that he had passed a holiday truce proposal via the US, as talks to end the four-year conflict were derailed by the Middle East war.
08:42 pm
Abiodun gifts Ogun monarchs 40 SUVs, tasks them on security
The vehicles were presented at the statutory meeting of the Ogun State Council of Obas held at the Obas’ Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
08:36 pm
Insecurity in North Central intricate, complicated – Suswam
“I and Governor Hyacinth Alia have long been friends, even before he thought of becoming governor. We have a relationship that transcends party politics,” Suswam stated.
08:32 pm
Melania Trump denies links to Epstein abuse
The 55-year-old former model’s on-camera remarks at the White House came out of the blue, with no explanation for why she would bring up the late sex offender Epstein now.
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Eze Ndigbo coronation abroad embarrassing — FG
The Federal Government has condemned the growing trend of crowning Eze Ndigbo in foreign countries, describing it as embarrassing and capable of causing diplomatic and communal tensions.
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2026 JAMB/UTME: How to print your examination slip
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Metro
FG reroutes Lagos-Calabar coastal highway through Ogoniland to honour late Mpigi
In recognition of Senator Mpigi's service, he stated that president Bola Tinubu has approved the rerouting of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Ogoniland.
Entertainment
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs asks US appeals court to overturn sentence
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs urged an appeals court Thursday to overturn the US hip-hop mogul's prison term of more than four years for prostitution-related crimes.
ICYMI
Last surviving child of 48th Ooni of Ife dies at 102
The last surviving child of Ooni Ademiluyi Ajagun, the 48th Ooni of Ife, Princess Rafatu Awofisayo, has passed on at the age of 102.
Business
Customs, PEBEC in joint strategy to strengthen port efficiency
By Godwin Oritse & Cynthia Alo The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), in partnership with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), has unveiled a results-driven reform agenda aimed at improving port operations and strengthening Nigeria’s trade competitiveness. The initiative was unveiled at the opening of a three-day operational workshop held in Apapa, Lagos on the theme […]
Sports
Barcelona lodge complaint with UEFA over handball decision
"The club considers that the refereeing did not adhere to the current law, directly influencing how the game progressed and the result," the club said in a statement.
Special Report
Stealing of catalytic converters: China-made alternatives offer relief
China-made catalytic converters are increasingly providing relief to automobile owners who have lost theirs to fraudulent mechanics and unscrupulous used car dealers
Social media makes people unhappy — World Happiness Report
The 2026 World Happiness Report says people who are more inclined to use social media seem to be less satisfied with their lives.
ONSA: Can we go this way?
Countries like Australia and Canada have institutionalised systems where the advisory role is supported by permanent staff and specialised analysts
Displaced: 3.726m Nigerians now in 3,900 camps over insecurity
Borno, the epicentre of the insurgency, systematically shut down many camps and resettled residents in their communities.
Technology
From Import Dependency to Local Capacity: Nigeria’s Tech Manufacturing Journey
The recent escalation in the US-Israel conflict with Iran has delivered a sharp reminder of Nigeria’s economic vulnerability.
Locally made metal cards ‘ll boost homegrown capacity, reduce capital flight – Seun Lawal, CEO Cardforté
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor For the past five years, Co Founder and CEO of Cardforté, a card technology company, Seun Lawal, has navigated his business through the trenches to now appear in the Frontline of Nigeria’s payment ecosystem But within those years, he has learned that doing business in Nigeria teaches one very quickly […]
Shettima, Bosun, others join UNDP’s Attafuah to unveil AI UNIPOD in Lagos
By Prince Osuagwu High-level government officials and development partners gathered at the University of Lagos to unveil the Artificial Intelligence University Innovation Pods (AI UNIPOD) at the Lagos State University, yaba. Organizers say AI UNIPOD is a project that aims to empower students and institutions with practical skills, foster innovation, and spur measurable social and […]
Shopping for Easter free from dropped calls
If Telecom services remain the way it had been in the past few weeks, we surely will have an Easter celebration full of dropped calls and data depletion complaints.
Education
Nomadic education crisis: 10m children unsure of future
There are over 10 million Nigerians who fall into this category and there are over 4,000 schools set up across the country for the purpose
FG, varsities, private sector must partner to advance postgraduate education — Ex-UI VC, Bamiro
By Elizabeth Osayande A former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Olufemi Bamiro, has called for urgent collaboration between government, universities and the private sector to advance postgraduate education in Nigeria, describing such partnership as critical to national development. Prof. Bamiro made the call while delivering the keynote address at the four-day 67th meeting […]
YABATECH charges new Deans, HODs on integrity, innovation, university mindset
By Elizabeth Osayande The management of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has charged newly-elected Deans of Schools and Heads of Departments (HODs) to embrace a transformative, university-driven mindset anchored on integrity, innovation and accountability as the institution positions itself for a major transition. This charge was given during a one-day induction training workshop organised by the […]
YABATECH steps up AI education
YABATECH has taken a notable step towards embedding artificial intelligence (AI) into its academic offering