FG names 48 terrorism financiers; Ansaru, ISWAP, IPOB, Mamu, Ekpa make list
The Federal Government on Saturday released a list of 48 individuals and groups it said were involved in financing terrorist activities in the country.
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2027: Funso Doherty to contest Lagos gov poll under ADC
Doherty said that he decided to vie for the Lagos governorship election because he observed that the state’s system that nurtured him was decaying and needed urgent fixing.
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Movement Restriction: UNIJOS SUG advises returning students to plan travel
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has advised returning students to plan their movements carefully following a scheduled restriction of movement within Jos, Plateau State.
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Alleged defamation: DSS detains, releases Kano govt officials over Kwankwaso’s petition
The officials were invited and detained by the DSS who questioned them for about four hours before they were later released on self-recognition.
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Police unseal PDP headquarters; Wike’s loyalists take over
The move ends a high-stakes standoff over the party’s headquarters and signals that the Nyesom Wike-aligned leadership has regained control, both legally and physically, after days of internal tension.
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‘State-sponsored persecution’ – Turaki PDP faults unsealing of secretariat
“While it is not surprising that the Police is acting in a partisan manner, we were hopeful that they would act differently under the IGP”
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Netanyahu says war succeeded in ‘crushing’ Iran nuclear, missile programmes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday that the joint US-Israeli campaign against Iran had succeeded in “crushing” the Islamic republic’s nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.
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Gov. Nwifuru mourns Bishop Chukwu
Nwifuru said that Bishop Chukwu distinguished himself as an icon of faith, a promoter of peace, and a tireless advocate for justice, unity and love.
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Catholic Bishop of Abakaliki Diocese Peter Chukwu dies at 60
The Vicar General of the Diocese, Fr. Donatus Chukwu, who signed the statement, expressed profound sorrow while entrusting the late bishop to the mercy of God.
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Police launch manhunt for killers of Imo traditional ruler
“Regrettably, the attack led to the death of the monarch, Ekwueme, the Ochia I of Ochia Kingdom, alongside five other yet-to-be-identified victims,” he stated.
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Yamal shines as Barca thrash Espanyol to extend La Liga lead
Lamine Yamal set up two goals and scored another as Barcelona took a significant step towards defending their La Liga title with a 4-1 derby win over Espanyol on Saturday.
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US begins visa ban on religious freedom violators in Nigeria
The United States government has begun enforcing visa restrictions on individuals accused of violating religious freedom in Nigeria.
Metro
10 tricks tokunbo car dealers use to rip off customers
Prospective buyers are strongly advised to conduct thorough inspections, preferably with trusted mechanics, before purchasing used car
Entertainment
Nollywood actor Zubby Michael joins ADC, picks membership card
The wave of Nollywood actors venturing into politics continues to grow, with popular actor Azubuike Michael, better known as Zubby Michael, becoming the latest to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
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ICYMI
Updated: US warships pass through Strait of Hormuz
The US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through the strait with no issues reported, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing three US officials.
Business
Africa trade policy group appoints Ese Owie as Convenor, targets global influence
By Jeremiah Urowayino Trade experts and thought leaders from across the African continent have said Africa has a role in shaping the World Trade Organisation, WTO, reform, noting that the world is at a critical juncture for the multilateral trading system. They said this while launching the Africa Trade Policy Working Group, ATP Working Group, […]
Sports
Bayern Munich set Bundesliga record with 102nd goal of season
Goretzka's strike bettered the mark of 101 set by the Bavarian giants in 1971-72 in a side featuring club legends Franz Beckenbauer, Gerd Mueller and Uli Hoeness.
Special Report
West Africa’s healthcare investment momentum builds as WHX returns to Nigeria
Nigeria’s healthcare sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with forecasts predicting a 7.1% expansion and an anticipated market value of US$161.7 million by 2027. This growth is fuelled by a US$1.2 billion Federal Ministry investment in infrastructure and workforce, major oncology and diagnostic expansions by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, and increased imports under the African Continental Free Trade Area […]
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
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