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APC

Defections: We don’t want Nigeria becoming one-party state — APC

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr Felix Morka, yesterday, said that despite the wave of defections, the ruling party has no desire to turn Nigeria into a one-party state.
UTME glitches: Obi, Ezekwesili, others worry over impact on students, parents

UTME glitches: Obi, Ezekwesili, others worry over impact on students, parents

Tinubu to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration in Rome

Tinubu to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration in Rome

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UTME glitches: Obi, Ezekwesili, others worry over impact on students, parents

UTME glitches: Obi, Ezekwesili, others worry over impact on students, parents

By Adesina Wahab, Henry Ojelu, Joseph Erunke & Gift Chapi Odekina NOtABLE Nigerians including 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili, and ex-FRSC Corps Marshal Osita Chidoka, have reacted to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board’s, JAMB admission of errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME. While commending […]

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Nationwide protest

DHQ dismisses viral video linked to terrorists’ attack in Borno

The Defence Headquarters described the video as a disinformation campaign, saying it is footage from an occurrence at a different location which was first posted on 7 December 2020.

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APC

Defections: We don’t want Nigeria becoming one-party state — APC

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr Felix Morka, yesterday, said that despite the wave of defections, the ruling party has no desire to turn Nigeria into a one-party state.

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Drugs: Stop castigating Tinubu, UK-based professor warns

Drugs: Stop castigating Tinubu, UK-based professor warns

BENIN CITY—A United Kingdom-based Nigerian legal practitioner and philanthropist , Professor Gaskin Igbineweka, has admonished Nigerians to desist from castigating and embarrassing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on account of his alleged involvement in some legal matters in the United States. In a Press Release issued in Benin City Professor Igbineweka, who is also the President […]

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Woman drugs nursing mother, steals 2-month-old baby

Woman drugs nursing mother, steals 2-month-old baby

ASABA—Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a woman who drugged the mother of a two-month-old baby boy using juice and fled with the child. The State Commissioner of Police, Mr Olufemi Abaniwonda, who disclosed this yesterday during a briefing at the command’s headquarters, Asaba, said the baby had been rescued and reunited […]

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Abure

LP crisis: Group accuses Abure of implementing APC’s agenda

By John Alechenu ABUJA -A socio-political group, Abia Concerned Citizens, ACC, has accused the Julius Abure faction of the Labour Party, LP, of playing a script written for it by the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to destabilize opposition parties in order to enjoy a free reign. The group specifically accused the factional chairman of […]

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Trade tensions: Global economy stands at fragile turning point – UN

Trade tensions: Global economy stands at fragile turning point – UN

The UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) has said that the global economy stands at a fragile turning point amid escalating trade tensions and growing policy uncertainties. UN DESA, in a report published on Thursday, stated that tariff-driven price pressures were adding to inflation risks, leaving trade-dependent economies particularly vulnerable. It stated […]

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Bandits

Aftermath of banditry, kidnappings in Kwara: Government moves to confront growing threat

By Demola Akinyemi In recent months, Kwara State has found itself grappling with an alarming wave of insecurity marked by a surge in banditry and kidnappings – particularly in the Northern and Southern senatorial zones. What began as isolated incidents later morphed into a coordinated threat, with residents of Baruten and Kaiama local government areas […]

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PDP

NJC reforms restoring trust in Nigeria’s judiciary – Watchdog

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – A civic advocacy group, Judiciary Watch, has hailed the National Judicial Council (NJC) for taking firm and courageous steps to rid the judiciary of unethical practices and restore public trust in the justice system. The group commended the NJC’s decisive actions against judicial officers found guilty of misconduct, calling the […]

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Tax reform bills

Local Automobile Industry Patronage Bill scales 2nd reading in Senate

The Local Automobile Industry Patronage Bill, 2025, on Thursday, scaled second reading in the Senate. This followed the presentation of the lead debate on the general principles of the bill by the sponsor, Sen. Patrick Ndubueze (APC-Imo). Leading the debate, Ndubueze said that the bill sought to make it mandatory for Ministries, Departments and Agencies […]

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Abure

LP crisis: Group accuses Abure of implementing APC’s agenda

By John Alechenu ABUJA -A socio-political group, Abia Concerned Citizens, ACC, has accused the Julius Abure faction of the Labour Party, LP, of playing a script written for it by the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to destabilize opposition parties in order to enjoy a free reign. The group specifically accused the factional chairman of […]
I'm not leaving PDP, but coalition 'll challenge APC - Atiku

2027: APC, PDP, LP involved in coalition to stop Tinubu’s re-election – Atiku

Threats won’t fix PDP crisis; respect court ruling – Abba Moro tells S’East caucus

Threats won’t fix PDP crisis; respect court ruling – Abba Moro tells S’East caucus

Two NNPP, one PDP rep members defect to APC

Two NNPP, one PDP rep members defect to APC

Defections: We don’t want Nigeria to become one-party state – APC

Defections: We don’t want Nigeria to become one-party state – APC

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Nationwide protest

DHQ dismisses viral video linked to terrorists’ attack in Borno

The Defence Headquarters described the video as a disinformation campaign, saying it is footage from an occurrence at a different location which was first posted on 7 December 2020.
Drugs: Stop castigating Tinubu, UK-based professor warns

Drugs: Stop castigating Tinubu, UK-based professor warns

Bandits

Aftermath of banditry, kidnappings in Kwara: Government moves to confront growing threat

Tinubu to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration in Rome

Tinubu to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration in Rome

importation of Rice

Customs denies allegation of poisoned rice linked to multiple deaths in Lagos

Metro

Woman drugs nursing mother, steals 2-month-old baby

Woman drugs nursing mother, steals 2-month-old baby

ASABA—Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a woman who drugged the mother of a two-month-old baby boy using juice and fled with the child. The State Commissioner of Police, Mr Olufemi Abaniwonda, who disclosed this yesterday during a briefing at the command’s headquarters, Asaba, said the baby had been rescued and reunited […]
5 in police net for allegedly stealing, selling 2-week-old baby

5 in police net for allegedly stealing, selling 2-week-old baby

VeryDarkMan

IGP re-arraigns VDM for allegedly cyberbullying Iyabo Ojo, Tonto Dikeh, others

Gunmen seize ransom bearers, demand fresh N30m to free Ondo APC chairman, two others

Gunmen seize ransom bearers, demand fresh N30m to free Ondo APC chairman, two others

JAMB: 'Some sections had no questions, just answers'; UTME candidates narrate experiences

JAMB: ‘Some sections had no questions, just answers’; UTME candidates narrate experiences

Columns

Driving the ‘Nigeria First’ policy for our benefit, by Adekunle Adekoya

Driving the ‘Nigeria First’ policy for our benefit, by Adekunle Adekoya

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Olu Fasan

One-party state: Nigerian political parties are mere special purpose vehicles, by Olu Fasan

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MultiChoice and FCCPC’s dance of shame, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

MultiChoice and FCCPC’s dance of shame, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

Effective communication in the workplace: Practical strategies for success, by Ruth Oji

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Rotimi Fasan

Nigeria’s opposition in disarray, by Rotimi Fasan

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Afe Babalola

From Fisherman to Father of the Faithful: The Journey to the Papacy and the Evolution of Christianity (1), by Afe Babalola

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Okoh Aihe

Telecommunications – three hours in the past, by Okoh Aihe

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Entertainment

‘Don’t sacrifice your career for marriage’ – Actress Tina Mba tells colleagues

‘Don’t sacrifice your career for marriage’ – Actress Tina Mba tells colleagues

Veteran Nollywood actress Tina Mba has offered a compelling message to women in the entertainment industry, encouraging them not to abandon their careers in the name of marriage.
Tiktok influencer shot dead during live stream

Tiktok influencer shot dead during live stream

Film executive in Cannes accused of sexual assault during event

Film executive in Cannes accused of sexual assault during event

I’d have been a journalist, if I wasn’t musician – Davido

I’d have been a journalist, if I wasn’t musician – Davido

Chris Brown arrested in UK over alleged bottle attack in London nightclub

Chris Brown arrested in UK over alleged bottle attack in London nightclub

Web3

Bitcoin dips below $102K as Russia-Ukraine peace talks face uncertainty

Bitcoin dips below $102K as Russia-Ukraine peace talks face uncertainty

Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old social media influencer from Mexico, has been shot and killed while live streaming on TikTok at her beauty salon in Guadalajara, local authorities have confirmed.
French authorities urge crypto industry action after kidnap attempts target executives’ families

French authorities urge crypto industry action after kidnap attempts target executives’ families

UK eyes crypto dominance with new regulation blueprint

UK eyes crypto dominance with new regulation blueprint

Meta eyes return to crypto space, stablecoins payment for Instagram creators

Meta eyes return to crypto space, stablecoins payment for Instagram creators

Bitcoin tops $100,000 for first time since February

Bitcoin tops $100,000 for first time since February

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TENI Joins Forces with Mama Joy — A Bold Celebration of Nigeria’s Strength, Spirit, and Shine

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Videos

People say my son will start behaving like a female – Jessica Ossai, mother of 5-yr-old

People say my son will start behaving like a female – Jessica Ossai, mother of 5-yr-old

People Talk: What should government do about killings in Benue, Plateau, others ?

People Talk: What should government do about killings in Benue, Plateau, others ?

People Talk: Your take on Aso Rock’s N10bn solar power project

People Talk: Your take on Aso Rock’s N10bn solar power project

Japa: It cost me N1,000 to leave Nigeria – Ralph Ojo; what to do before migrating – Wife

Japa: It cost me N1,000 to leave Nigeria – Ralph Ojo; what to do before migrating – Wife

Naija Diaspora

care workers’ visas

UK to establish return hubs in 3rd countries for failed asylum seekers

By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report UNITED Kingdom government, yesterday, said it plans to set up return hubs in third countries to hold asylum seekers with rejected claims before deportation. The UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, disclosed the plan during a state visit to Albania focused on tackling illegal migration. The UK leader has […]
Japa: I’m accountant in Luxembourg, hairstylist in Germany so I can send money home  —  Rolake

Japa: I’m accountant in Luxembourg, hairstylist in Germany so I can send money home  —  Rolake

Japa: 10 countries that allow foreign students bring dependants

Japa: 10 countries that allow foreign students bring dependants

UK to consult Nigeria on new visa rules affecting care, graduate routes

UK to consult Nigeria on new visa rules affecting care, graduate routes

10 changes to UK’s immigration policy that could hit Nigerians hard

10 changes to UK’s immigration policy that could hit Nigerians hard

ICYMI

JAMB is to blame for our failure, UTME candidates recount experience

JAMB is to blame for our failure, UTME candidates recount experience

"My daughter is in tears. Her system was changing her answers. She complained, nothing was done”
21 dead, 10 hospitalised after drinking alcohol

21 dead, 10 hospitalised after drinking alcohol

FG announces closure of Lagos Ijora-Marine Bridge for 21 days

FG announces closure of Lagos Ijora-Marine Bridge for 21 days

energy

FG to restructure two underperforming DisCos – Power Minister

Over 40m Nigerians living with disabilities  —  IFA

Over 40m Nigerians living with disabilities  —  IFA

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Relax, I’ve cleared our debt, now we can start borrowing afresh’

Cartoon: ‘Relax, I’ve cleared our debt, now we can start borrowing afresh’

Cartoon: Common man not finding things common

Cartoon: Common man not finding things common

Cartoon: Well done sir, but dancing DisCo in darkness?

Cartoon: Well done sir, but dancing DisCo in darkness?

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Business

Nigerians’ hope for lower cement price dims

Dangote, BUA to freeze cement price for govt projects

Briefing journalists after the meeting, Rabiu expressed happiness that the prices of food have come down compared to what they were last year.
Just in: Inflation rate rises to 24.23%

Nigeria’s inflation rate eases to 23.71% in April

CBN act

CBN drives FX inflows through non-oil export strategy

Smart-City: Lagos investments partnership network hits over $13trn in 6yrs

Smart-City: Lagos investments partnership network hits over $13trn in 6yrs

Lead ESG compliant financial disclosures’, Keystone Bank boss charges Accountants      

Lead ESG compliant financial disclosures’, Keystone Bank boss charges Accountants      

Health

Fidson at 30: Profit up 60%, revenue hits ₦84.2bn

Fidson at 30: Profit up 60%, revenue hits ₦84.2bn

Dettol coronavirus

Reckitt revamps dettol original soap with 12-hour protective shield

Workplace wellbeing: Experts advocate self-care, mental health, and nutrition for improved

Workplace wellbeing: Experts advocate self-care, mental health, and nutrition for improved

PSHAN calls for stronger public-private collaboration to bolster Nigeria’s healthcare system

PSHAN calls for stronger public-private collaboration to bolster Nigeria’s healthcare system

Sports

How Flick’s Barca wrestled La Liga back from Real Madrid

How Flick’s Barca wrestled La Liga back from Real Madrid

Hansi Flick's hugely entertaining side beat Espanyol 2-0 to take the crown with two matches to spare.
Barcelona win La Liga title after beating rivals Espanyol

Barcelona win La Liga title after beating rivals Espanyol

Real Madrid’s Asencio wants ‘presumption of innocence’ in underage sex video case

Real Madrid’s Asencio wants ‘presumption of innocence’ in underage sex video case

Marcus Rashford

Rashford to miss final two games of Aston Villa’s season

South Africa beat Nigeria 1-0 to reach AFCON U-20 final

South Africa beat Nigeria 1-0 to reach AFCON U-20 final

Relationships

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Her husband’s bit-on-the-side is a randy granny!

Her husband’s bit-on-the-side is a randy granny!

Are you man enough to stay with partner who beat breast cancer?

Are you man enough to stay with partner who beat breast cancer?

The shock of reading about the ‘other woman’ claiming to be the wife!

The shock of reading about the ‘other woman’ claiming to be the wife!

Special Report

True Local Government Autonomy: The cost of powerlessness of chairmen 

True Local Government Autonomy: The cost of powerlessness of chairmen 

For decades, power has remained heavily concentrated in the hands of the federal and state governments

Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a brainbox, DR. VICTOR OMOLOLU OLUNLOYO (1935 – 2025)

Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a brainbox, DR. VICTOR OMOLOLU OLUNLOYO (1935 – 2025)

Our several intellectual escapades and discuss in the last three years, would certainly form the subject of another piece on Omololu Olunloyo as a memorabilia

Mental Health

SILENCE AS A SILENT KILLER: How stigma hampers mental health struggles

A diagnosis is like a death sentence, not necessarily from the illness itself, but from the attitudes and behaviour of those around

Insecurity: ‘Beyond Perpetrators’

Insecurity: ‘Beyond Perpetrators’

This review is necessitated by the quest for solutions to the rising problem of violent extremism and terrorism in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Technology

Cybersecurity levy was ill-timed, lacked awareness — Nwosu

Despite drop in breaches, Nigeria’s cybersecurity struggles persist

In today’s increasingly digital world, Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its cybersecurity journey. With over 119,000 data breaches recorded in the first quarter of 2025, the country continues to grapple with the realities of digital vulnerability,  even as signs of improvement emerge.

SMEs hope for revolutionised sector with Salad Africa, Glovo partnership

SMEs hope for revolutionised sector with Salad Africa, Glovo partnership

Salad Africa, a fintech specializing in embedded lending infrastructure for B2B marketplaces and technology enabled SMEs, has announced a strategic partnership with Glovo, a leading multi category app connecting users with businesses and riders in Nigeria.

MTN

MTN’s carbon emission reduction triggers 95% network expansion

Telecoms giant, MTN Nigeria, has said that it has achieved a tangible impact on its Environmental, Social, and Governance, ESG, strategy.

AfriCast 2025: Nigeria to host over 3,000 broadcasters in Lagos

AfriCast 2025: Nigeria to host over 3,000 broadcasters in Lagos

Nigeria is poised to become the epicenter of African broadcasting and digital media as it prepares to host AfriCast 2025, the continent’s premier summit in the sector.

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Education

World bank

Poor countries have annual $97bn financing gap for education — World Bank 

Poor countries have about $97 billion annual financing gap for education, a report by the World bank has revealed.

Buhari directs immediate payment of withheld February, March salaries to ASUU members

Reps Committee on TETFund visits LASUSTECH 

By Efe Onodjae  The House of Representatives Committee on Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has paid an oversight visit to Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, commending the institution for its prudent utilisation of public funds. The delegation, comprising Mr. Uduma Nnaechi, Engr. Aliyu Muhammed, and Arc. Ugochukwu Ndukawuba, remarked that the purpose […]

YabaTech

TETFund rates YABATECH high on project execution

By Elizabeth Osayande  The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has scored Yaba College of Technology high in quality project execution, transparency and value-driven use of funds allocated to it and also commissioned a Workplace Learning Hub of the institution at Ikeja Computer Village. A member of the TETFund Board of Trustees, South-West geopolitical zone, Hon. Sunday […]

Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu.

Sanwo-Olu lauds Charterhouse Lagos on outstanding educational vision

By Elizabeth Osayande Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended Charterhouse Lagos for the superb facilities on the campus and its student-centred policy that delivers world-class education to learners. The governor gave the kudos during a tour of the school.  He was accompanied by a distinguished delegation including Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. […]

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