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Soyinka, Osoba, Fashola, Olu of Warri, others grace Uncle Sam’s 90th birthday

Soyinka, Osoba, Fashola, Olu of Warri, others grace Uncle Sam’s 90th birthday

Some of Nigeria’s most revered statesmen, media icons, public figures, and political leaders gathered to celebrate legendary journalist and publisher, Sam Amuka, as he marked his 90th birthday
Uncle Sam Amuka @90: Media icons, dignitaries gather in Lagos [Photos]

Uncle Sam Amuka @90: Media icons, dignitaries gather in Lagos [Photos]

Jonathan denies social media post on 2027 presidential bid

Jonathan denies social media post on 2027 presidential bid

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Arise Sir David! Football legend Beckham knighted

Arise Sir David! Football legend Beckham knighted

“I’m so lucky to be able to do the work that I do and I’m grateful to be recognised for work that gives me so much fulfilment,” he added.

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Seyi Makinde

Makinde vows to combat illegal mining in Oyo

He highlighted the severe environmental damage caused by unauthorised excavation in the Egbeda and Lagelu Local Government Areas.

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Israel says Iran crossed ‘red lines’ after firing missiles at civilians

Israel says Iran crossed ‘red lines’ after firing missiles at civilians

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said that Iran crossed “red lines” Friday when its missiles targeted civilian areas after Israel launched a wave of attacks on the Islamic republic.

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Netanyahu

Netanyahu calls on Iranians to unite against ‘evil and oppressive regime’

“We are in the midst of one of the greatest military operations in history, Operation Rising Lion,” he added.

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Benue

Again, 26 killed, others injured in separate armed herders’ attacks on Benue communities

At least 26 persons have been reportedly killed in separate attacks by suspected armed herdsmen on Mtswenem and Akondotyough Bawa communities in the North Bank area of Makurdi town and

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Sen Dickson can’t distract Tinubu’s visible gains in Niger Delta with political rant — Lokpobiri

Sen Dickson can’t distract Tinubu’s visible gains in Niger Delta with political rant — Lokpobiri

The statement credited to Senator Seriake Dickson on Democracy Day, alleging silence and complicity on the part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the political situation in Rivers State, is not only regrettable but an unfair attack on a leader whose commitment to democracy and regional development is evident in both history and action.

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I have no regret naming international conference centre after Tinubu – Wike

I have no regret naming international conference centre after Tinubu – Wike

He said that the only thing that was not changed in the centre was the structure, saying, “everything in that centre was changed”.

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Soyinka, Osoba, Fashola, Olu of Warri, others grace Uncle Sam’s 90th birthday

Soyinka, Osoba, Fashola, Olu of Warri, others grace Uncle Sam’s 90th birthday

Some of Nigeria’s most revered statesmen, media icons, public figures, and political leaders gathered to celebrate legendary journalist and publisher, Sam Amuka, as he marked his 90th birthday

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EFCC arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged investment scam

EFCC arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged investment scam

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 arraigned Jesam Michael and his company Afriq Arbiq Arbitrage System Limited before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja for alleged investment scam.

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Viral Video: FCT Police arrest officers, launch investigation into alleged harassment

Viral Video: FCT Police arrest officers, launch investigation into alleged harassment

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a formal investigation into a viral video circulating on social media, in which an unidentified man alleges harassment by police officers.

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Politics

We’ll sort ourselves out  —  Saraki reacts to Tinubu’s mockery of opposition

We’ll sort ourselves out  —  Saraki reacts to Tinubu’s mockery of opposition

Former President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki, has reacted to President Bola Tinubu’s remark about the unending crisis in the opposition parties. 
Falae

I, not Obasanjo, won 1999 presidential election – Olu Falae

Nigeria would’ve been better if my father was president – MKO’s son

Nigeria would’ve been better if my father was president – MKO’s son

IBB admitted mistake, apologised for cancelling June 12 – Abiola’s son

IBB admitted mistake, apologised for cancelling June 12 – Abiola’s son

“On a day like this, the President should have apologised to Nigerians, acknowledged his failures, and committed to working for the people.”

APC tackles PDP, CUPP, Atiku over crisis in opposition parties

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EFCC arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged investment scam

EFCC arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged investment scam

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 arraigned Jesam Michael and his company Afriq Arbiq Arbitrage System Limited before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja for alleged investment scam.
‘We have taste,’ Wike defends N39bn Int’l Conference Centre renovation budget

‘We have taste,’ Wike defends N39bn Int’l Conference Centre renovation budget

Top 5 hardest Schengen countries to get visa

Top 5 hardest Schengen countries to get visa

Adams Oshiomhole and Festus Keyamo

Oshiomhole’s attitude unacceptable, says airline operators as Keyamo orders probe

Tinubu democracy day speech

Nigerian newspapers review: I don’t view one-party state as good for Nigeria – Tinubu

Metro

Confusion, tears, anger as insurgents attack many Adamawa communities

Confusion, tears, anger as insurgents attack many Adamawa communities

The assault also saw a police van shattered by a bomb, though its occupants miraculously escaped unharmed
Police rescue 11 kidnapped victims in Katsina, arrest 2 kidnappers in Delta

Police rescue 11 kidnapped victims in Katsina, arrest 2 kidnappers in Delta

NCDC reports 142 deaths, 747 confirmed cases of Lassa fever in 18 states

NCDC reports 142 deaths, 747 confirmed cases of Lassa fever in 18 states

Last surviving female twin rescued by Mary Slessor dies at 115

Last surviving female twin rescued by Mary Slessor dies at 115

The Nigeria Police Force

Police rescue 73 kidnap victims, arrest 175 suspects, including 30 for rape, in Katsina

Columns

A Tribute to Uncle Sam at 90, by Azu Ishiekwene

A Tribute to Uncle Sam at 90, by Azu Ishiekwene

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Donu Kogbara

Unhappy Democracy Day! By Donu Kogbara

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The forgotten take-aways from June 12, by Adekunle Adekoya

The forgotten take-aways from June 12, by Adekunle Adekoya

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Violence-torn Africa gets security body to stop out-sourcing its future, by Owei Lakemfa

Violence-torn Africa gets security body to stop out-sourcing its future, by Owei Lakemfa

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Olu Fasan

June 12: If Abiola won, is he now a posthumous president? By Olu Fasan

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As Uma Eleazu, an oasis of moral rectitude, turns 95, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

As Uma Eleazu, an oasis of moral rectitude, turns 95, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Okoh Aihe

For the regulator, little things that matter, by Okoh Aihe

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Entertainment

Fela

Fela’s ‘Zombie’ makes history as first Nigerian album inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame

Zombie now takes its place in the Grammy Hall of Fame alongside recordings from Michael Jackson, Jay-Z, Santana and Cat Stevens.
Sony Music Publishing signs landmark deal with highlife legend Bright Chimezie

Sony Music Publishing signs landmark deal with highlife legend Bright Chimezie

Harvey Weinstein, Jury

Hollywood titan Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault

Why I announced separation from my husband – Actress Biola Bayo

Why I announced separation from my husband – Actress Biola Bayo

I was ashamed – Maje Ayida opens up about depression after divorce from Toke Makinwa

I was ashamed – Maje Ayida opens up about depression after divorce from Toke Makinwa

Web3

Bitcoin soars to new high as U.S-China trade agreement finalised

Bitcoin soars to new high as U.S-China trade agreement finalised

Bitcoin is approaching a new all-time high, fueled by optimism over a finalized trade deal between the U.S. and China.
Bitcoin, U.S. crypto stocks rise as more firms eye fresh BTC investments

Bitcoin, U.S. crypto stocks rise as more firms eye fresh BTC investments

Litecoin Versus Bitcoin

Bitcoin steadies at $105k as altcoins dip in market slowdown

Trump-Musk clash triggers bitcoin drop, as $308m in longs wiped out

Trump-Musk clash triggers bitcoin drop, as $308m in longs wiped out

Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury

Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury

Promoted

She Plays, She Leads: Suo Chapele, 1xBet and the Power of Women in Sports

She Plays, She Leads: Suo Chapele, 1xBet and the Power of Women in Sports

NexironTrader 2.1 Flex Review 2025: Scam or Legit?

NexironTrader 2.1 Flex Review 2025: Scam or Legit?

From Diallo to Guirassy: Season’s best African players 

From Diallo to Guirassy: Season’s best African players 

5 Best Crypto Casinos: Listed Top BTC Casinos with Ultra-Fast Withdrawals, Large Game Libraries, and No-KYC Policies!

5 Best Crypto Casinos: Listed Top BTC Casinos with Ultra-Fast Withdrawals, Large Game Libraries, and No-KYC Policies!

Videos

LIVE: Joint Session of the National Assembly with President Tinubu

LIVE: Joint Session of the National Assembly with President Tinubu

Japa: Abu Dhabi was tough, but now dry cleaners handle my mechanic clothes – Sharafa Olaopa

Japa: Abu Dhabi was tough, but now dry cleaners handle my mechanic clothes – Sharafa Olaopa

People Talk: If you could change your country of origin, where would you choose and why

People Talk: If you could change your country of origin, where would you choose and why

Historically: 3 yrs after Owo terror attack

Historically: 3 yrs after Owo terror attack

Naija Diaspora

Nigerian-Australian woman arrested for trafficking 15 students

Nigerian-Australian woman arrested for trafficking 15 students

A Nigerian woman, Binta Abubakar, has been arrested and charged in Australia over allegations of human trafficking and debt bondage involving 15 Papua New Guinea (PNG) nationals.
19-yr-old Nigerian innovator, Ifeoluwa Afolayan wins London college award

19-yr-old Nigerian innovator, Ifeoluwa Afolayan wins London college award

5 most difficult visas to obtain as Nigerian

5 most difficult visas to obtain as Nigerian

Canada introduces policy to allow foreign workers change jobs without permit delay

Canada introduces policy to allow foreign workers change jobs without permit delay

Nigerian-passport (2)

Top 10 countries with easiest visa for Nigerians

ICYMI

Rigging: Oshiomhole’s allegation laughable, figment of his imagination ― Fayemi

June 12: Nigeria yet to achieve real democracy  — Fayemi

Former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has said that Nigeria has yet to achieve real democracy despite its successful transition from military administrations to civilian rule in 1999.
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh: 'Bodies around me,' survivor of Air Indian crash narrates experience

Vishwash Kumar: ‘Bodies around me,’ survivor of Air Indian crash narrates experience

Chairmanship: Coast clears for Mark as Saraki opts for Presidency

Democracy Day: After four years, my portrait was just added to senate gallery — Saraki alleges

Fuel Price reduction

NNPCL declares N5.89trn revenue, N748 profits for April 2025

President Tinubu confers national honour on Vanguard Publisher, Sam Amuka

President Tinubu confers national honour on Vanguard Publisher, Sam Amuka

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Mr Democracy wait, let me tell you something’

Cartoon: ‘Mr Democracy wait, let me tell you something’

Cartoon: … and Aso Rock has budget for generators

Cartoon: … and Aso Rock has budget for generators

Cartoon: Lootocracy, Demoncracy or Democracy?

Cartoon: Lootocracy, Demoncracy or Democracy?

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Business

MSMEs

FG invests $50m in impact fund to boost MSMEs, job creation

By Yinka Kolawole The Federal Government, FG, has announced a $50 million investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF), aimed at unlocking significant financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and generating jobs across priority sectors . The Federal Ministry of Finance stated this in a post on X, noting that the investment […]
CBN

We have not extended BDC recapitalisation deadline — CBN

CRUDE OIL PRODUCTION

No final decision on $5bn oil-backed loan from Saudi Aramco — FG

NAICOM unveils strategic plans to boost public trust

NAICOM guidelines on cyber risk insurance, annuity, market conduct underway

Nigeria records N5.2trn trade surplus in Q1’25

Nigeria records N5.2trn trade surplus in Q1’25

Health

lassa fever

NCDC reports 142 deaths, 747 confirmed Lassa Fever cases across 18 states

NIMR leads study in new therapy against high infant mortality

NIMR leads study in new therapy against high infant mortality

How AHMSG is leading  Africa’s charge against stomach ulcers

How AHMSG is leading  Africa’s charge against stomach ulcers

Aproko Doctor, PSHAN lead call for story-driven healthcare in Nigeria

Aproko Doctor, PSHAN lead call for story-driven healthcare in Nigeria

Sports

Arise Sir David! Football legend Beckham knighted

Arise Sir David! Football legend Beckham knighted

"I'm so lucky to be able to do the work that I do and I'm grateful to be recognised for work that gives me so much fulfilment," he added.
Leverkusen, Wirtz

Liverpool agree club-record £116m deal to sign Wirtz

Club World Cup marks ‘new era’ for football – FIFA president Infantino

Club World Cup marks ‘new era’ for football – FIFA president Infantino

Tottenham hire Brentford’s Frank as new manager

Tottenham hire Brentford’s Frank as new manager

Barca, Real Madrid would have sacked me this season – Guardiola

Barca, Real Madrid would have sacked me this season – Guardiola

Relationships

Dear Bunmi, my wife no longer turns me on

Dear Bunmi, my wife no longer turns me on

Dear Bunmi, how can I handle my friend’s affair with my wife?

Dear Bunmi, how can I handle my friend’s affair with my wife?

love

Why love rats can never be reformed

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

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

Special Report

gas-powered vehicle

FG’s gas-powered vehicle scheme runs into major hitch nationwide

There are indications that the Federal Government’s (FG) scheme, designed to transition Nigeria’s vehicle transportation service industry away from fossil fuel (petrol) to gas, has encountered a major hitch.

Umo Eno

2027:  The question Gov Eno’s sincerity addresses 

Reports spoke of security forces intimidating voters and INEC officials mishandling results. The APC won, but many were suspicious of how

What makes small Qatar rich

What makes small Qatar rich

Qatar’s success is deliberate. They manage their resources wisely, protect their culture fiercely, and plan for the long term

How Adebanjo's death widened crack in Afenifere 

How Adebanjo’s death widened crack in Afenifere 

All the advocates of the Yoruba nation, including Professor Banji Akintoye have been kept at a distance because of this constant crisis

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Technology

Metrospeed, Chevron join forces to drive Lagos Metro Smart City

Metrospeed, Chevron join forces to drive Lagos Metro Smart City

 In a major boost to Nigeria’s real estate and smart infrastructure sector, Metrospeed Property Development Limited has signed a landmark partnership with Chevron Employees Multipurpose Cooperative Society (CEMCS) to fast-track the development of the highly anticipated Metro Smart City project in Lagos.

Women and Career arms budding Start-ups with skills, tools to drive innovation in Ed-Tech sector

Women and Career arms budding Start-ups with skills, tools to drive innovation in Ed-Tech sector

Using technology to improve knowledge and education in Nigeria has been a major priority of every administration. But the challenges that hinder its growth and effectiveness are enormous.

Enterpreneurship: Ekeh says every successful businessman must have combined traits of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

Enterpreneurship: Ekeh says every successful businessman must have combined traits of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

Tech entrepreneur and Chairman Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh, has declared that succeeding as an entrepreneur in Nigeria requires the combined strength and unique traits of three of Nigeria’s most prominent political figures, President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi.

Why Tsebo Rapid evolves into Tsebo Nigeria

Why Tsebo Rapid evolves into Tsebo Nigeria

By Prince Osuagwu Frontline facilities management company, Tsebo Rapid, has officially rebranded into Tsebo Nigeria with a promise of delivering exceptional, locally rooted, and globally aligned services across Nigeria’s fast-evolving business landscape. Managing Director of Tsebo Nigeria, Mr. Oliyide Oluwashina, while unveiling the new brand emphasized that the rebrand is more than a change in […]

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Education

Democracy Day: CONUA calls for economic justice, academic renewal

Democracy Day: CONUA calls for economic justice, academic renewal

The Congress of University Academics, CONUA, has called for the pursuit of justice, equity and excellence with the university system and the larger Nigerian society as the nation marks Democracy Day.

Ondo: Daring attack on education

Ondo: Daring attack on education

Exam malpractice (popularly known as “expo”) used to be a carefully planned and executed offence. There was fear that discovery could lead to the cancellation of the exam, withholding of the results by the governing body and severe disciplinary action – even prosecution – for candidates, teachers and exam officials implicated. Unfortunately, corruption has virtually […]

Apampa Oyindamola, 16, shines, scores 351 in UTME

Apampa Oyindamola, 16, shines, scores 351 in UTME

Despite what is termed poor performance by candidates in this year’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, 16-year-old Apampa Oyindamola Kikiloluwa was able to achieve an aggregate score of 351 in the said examination.

Release my son’s WAEC certificate now, he’s slipping into depression — Mother cries out

Release my son’s WAEC certificate now, he’s slipping into depression — Mother cries out

Princess Temitope Aladegoroye, a seasoned broadcaster and humanitarian, is currently battling a heartbreaking challenge.

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