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e-transmission of results

APC Senate primaries: Okowa, Abiodun, Uzodimma win; Ned Nwoko, Goje, others lose

The All Progressives Congress, APC, senatorial primaries across the country, yesterday, produced high-profile winners and losers, amid disqualifications, protests, consensus arrangements
Edo attack: Nobody has monopoly of violence - Peter Obi 

Obi emerges NDC’s sole presidential aspirant

Gunmen

Oyo school kidnap: Teachers, students protest colleagues’ abduction, killings

latest news

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5 superstar coaches attracted by FIFA World Cup glory into international battle

5 superstar coaches attracted by FIFA World Cup glory into international battle

The 2026 World Cup has bucked the trend of international football’s struggles to compete with the riches of the club game when it comes to securing some of the world’s best coaches.

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Video: João Pedro’s family heartbroken after Brazil’s World Cup squad exclusion

Video: João Pedro’s family heartbroken after Brazil’s World Cup squad exclusion

According to the reports, Pedro was considered a backup option in case Neymar failed a late fitness assessment following concerns over calf discomfort during Santos’ recent match against Coritiba.

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Gunmen kill vigilante in fresh attack on Plateau community

Suspected gunmen have killed a 25-year-old vigilante, Daniel Danladi Choji, during an attack on Tanjol village in Jol District of Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

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Neuer set for return to Germany World Cup squad

Neuer set for return to Germany World Cup squad

Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is set for a surprise return to Germany’s World Cup squad as the number one option two years after announcing his international retirement, German media reported on Tuesday.

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Turkey manhunt ends as shooter takes own life after killing 6

Turkey manhunt ends as shooter takes own life after killing 6

A massive manhunt for a gunman who killed six people in southern Turkey ended early Tuesday when he turned the gun on himself after being cornered by police, the IHA news agency reported.

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Indian police launch raids on journalists, activists

India nabs four Nigerians for alleged online romance scam

No fewer than four Nigerians have been arrested in India over alleged fraud and impersonation offences linked to social media scams.

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EFCC secures 3,175 convictions, recovers N156bn in one year

EFCC vows punishment for officers linked to UUTH operation

The EFCC chairman said the move became necessary in response to concerns raised by members of the medical community and the public.

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Oyo school abduction: Two-year-old girl among victims; communities list names, ages

Oyo school abduction: Two-year-old girl among victims; communities list names, ages

A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in some communities in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State last Friday.

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Wembanyama dazzles as Spurs top Thunder in double-overtime thriller

Wembanyama dazzles as Spurs top Thunder in double-overtime thriller

Victor Wembanyama outdueled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the San Antonio Spurs to an epic 122-115 double-overtime triumph over the Oklahoma City Thunder in game one of the NBA Western Conference finals on Monday. Wembanyama scored 41 points and pulled down 24 rebounds, forcing the second overtime with a dazzling three-pointer and delivering nine of the […]

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A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in Oyo

Full List of Oyo Kidnap Victims: 2-yr-old girl among

A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in Oyo

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Politics

Lagos Assembly: Inside Gbajabiamila, Elliott’s face-off in Surulere 

Lagos Assembly: Inside Gbajabiamila, Elliott’s face-off in Surulere 

Each of them reportedly failed to get Tinubu’s nod for Elliot’s 4th term bid as the President insisted on respect for internal democracy
Edo attack: Nobody has monopoly of violence - Peter Obi 

Obi emerges NDC’s sole presidential aspirant

e-transmission of results

APC Senate primaries: Okowa, Abiodun, Uzodimma win; Ned Nwoko, Goje, others lose

Dr. Jibrin Isah Echocho

‎’Battle line is drawn’ – Senator Jibrin dares Ododo after losing Senate return ticket

Goodluck Jonathan

2027 Presidency: Court sets May 26 to determine Jonathan’s eligibility

Top Podcasts

Ìwòye: Jigawa politician dies, doctor nearly lynched, EFCC visits Uyo hospital

Ìwòye: Jigawa politician dies, doctor nearly lynched, EFCC visits Uyo hospital

How church shaped, limited our music journey — Afrobeat pioneer, Twin-X

How church shaped, limited our music journey — Afrobeat pioneer, Twin-X

Peter Obi moves to NDC; Goodluck Jonathan caught in PDP’s quagmire

Peter Obi moves to NDC; Goodluck Jonathan caught in PDP’s quagmire

Peter Obi not a candidate, going nowhere in 2027 — ex-Obidient Kitiya| The Nigerian Meter podcast

Peter Obi not a candidate, going nowhere in 2027 — ex-Obidient Kitiya| The Nigerian Meter podcast

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A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in Oyo

Full List of Oyo Kidnap Victims: 2-yr-old girl among

A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in Oyo
Nigerian newspapers

Nigerian newspapers review: [APC Senate primaries] Okowa, Abiodun, Uzodimma win; Ned Nwoko, Goje, others lose

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 19, 2026

Phone-tapping charge: Court grants el-Rufai N100m bail, allegedly re-arrested by DSS

Phone-tapping charge: Court grants el-Rufai N100m bail, allegedly re-arrested by DSS

Naira depreciates to N1,395/$ in parallel market

Naira depreciates to N1,395/$ in parallel market

Metro

Oyo school abduction: Two-year-old girl among victims; communities list names, ages

Oyo school abduction: Two-year-old girl among victims; communities list names, ages

A toddler, Christianah Akanbi, aged 2, of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School is among the 46 persons kidnapped by terrorists in some communities in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State last Friday.
How informants help Oyo kidnappers during, after operation - Police

How informants helped Oyo kidnappers during, after operation – Police

N118bn saved, N19.72bn lost to Lagos fires in 2025 —Govt

N118bn saved, N19.72bn lost to Lagos fires in 2025 —Govt

Oyo Kidnap: Empower monarch with security votes, logistics - Oluwo tells Tinubu

Oyo Kidnap: Empower monarch with security votes, logistics – Oluwo tells Tinubu

Oyo: ‘We’re working to rescue all victims’ — President Tinubu assures

Oyo: ‘We’re working to rescue all victims’ — President Tinubu assures

Columns

Elite capture and death of democracy, by Dakuku Peterside

Elite capture and death of democracy, by Dakuku Peterside

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Who else but Professor Benjamin Nwabueze (2), by Eric Teniola

Let Anioma, Ijebu, Ogoja, Ibadan and other states be (4), by Eric Teniola

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Red salute to Segun Osoba, leader of the Nigerian Left, by Owei Lakemfa

Red salute to Segun Osoba, leader of the Nigerian Left, by Owei Lakemfa

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The power of platforms, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

The power of platforms, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

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Baze University: The bigger picture, by Tonnie Iredia

Baze University: The bigger picture, by Tonnie Iredia

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PROF. B.K. OGUNMODEDE (1936-2018): Teacher made in heaven, by Dele Sobowale

PROF. B.K. OGUNMODEDE (1936-2018): Teacher made in heaven, by Dele Sobowale

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Pray and worship God, don’t murmur, by Funmi Komolafe

Pray and worship God, don’t murmur, by Funmi Komolafe

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Entertainment

Twins wow Cannes with 'mesmeric' tale of Nigeria's rich

Twins wow Cannes with ‘mesmeric’ tale of Nigeria’s rich

"We're twins but we're wired differently. I'm right-handed," said Chuko, "and he's left-handed. He's visual, I'm more narrative"
‘I don’t want to die because of a woman’ – Frank Edoho

‘I don’t want to die because of a woman’ – Frank Edoho

You outprice yourselves — Business owner tells influencers amid brand deal complaints

You outprice yourselves — Business owner tells influencers amid brand deal complaints

I was pigeonholed into ‘side chick’ roles — Bolaji Ogunmola

I was pigeonholed into ‘side chick’ roles — Bolaji Ogunmola

AMVCA: Three years ago I thought my career was stagnant — Linda Ejiofor

AMVCA: Three years ago I thought my career was stagnant — Linda Ejiofor

Promoted

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One Year Into OPay’s ₦1.2 billion 10-year Scholarship Initiative, What’s Next?

Peluxiv Review 2026: Truth Explained!

Peluxiv Review 2026: Truth Explained!

India’s Growing Infertility Crisis: Why More Young Couples Are Struggling to Conceive

India’s Growing Infertility Crisis: Why More Young Couples Are Struggling to Conceive

Rebuttal to false, misleading and defamatory publications against Rt. Hon. Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji

Rebuttal to false, misleading and defamatory publications against Rt. Hon. Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji

Videos

My Swollen Eyes Have Become A Stigma; But I’ve Been Referred To Indian – Susan, Makeup Artist

My Swollen Eyes Have Become A Stigma; But I’ve Been Referred To Indian – Susan, Makeup Artist

Why attempts to turn Nigeria to one-party state won’t work – Bucknor-Akerele, ex-Lagos Dep Gov

Why attempts to turn Nigeria to one-party state won’t work – Bucknor-Akerele, ex-Lagos Dep Gov

Trump’s Visa Policy ‘We can’t leave our adopted child behind’ – Wilsons, US couple stuck in Nigeria

Trump’s Visa Policy ‘We can’t leave our adopted child behind’ – Wilsons, US couple stuck in Nigeria

‘I Need Help To Save My Arm And Kidney’ — 31 Year Old John Harrison

‘I Need Help To Save My Arm And Kidney’ — 31 Year Old John Harrison

ICYMI

EFCC

UUTH, EFCC end face-off in Akwa Ibom

Stakeholders also resolved that the government should actively participate in identifying individuals behind the alleged fake medical report
Kidnappings: Senate vows to fast-track state police as IGP visits Oyo

Kidnappings: Senate vows to fast-track state police as IGP visits Oyo

Ebola: DRC to declare outbreak over in 6 days — WHO

Ebola: NCDC activates emergency surveillance

Survivor pulled from rubble 9 hours after Abuja building collapsed

Survivor pulled from rubble 9 hours after Abuja building collapsed

Ihonvbere, House of Reps Majority Leader loses return bid 

Ihonvbere, House of Reps Majority Leader loses return bid 

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Your turn next time with Renewed Hope

Cartoon: Your turn next time with Renewed Hope

Cartoon: ‘Bend down select, sorry, come and elect’

Cartoon: ‘Bend down select, sorry, come and elect’

Cartoon: ‘Oya, come and collect renewed punch’

Cartoon: ‘Oya, come and collect renewed punch’

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Business

Textile industry

FG unveils plans to revive textile sector, targets 1.5m jobs

…As Nigeria’s cotton output crashes by 95% By Yinka Kolawole The Federal Government has intensified efforts to revive Nigeria’s Cotton, Textile and Garment, CTG, industry, following a 95 percent decline in the country’s cotton production from about 200,000 metric tonnes in 2001 to roughly 10,000 metric tonnes in 2025. Minister of State for Industry, Senator […]
National Livestock Transformation Plan on course — Kabir

FG opens new veterinary centres  to expand  livestock healthcare 

NAICOM charges insurers to adopt customer-centric business model

NAICOM charges insurers to adopt customer-centric business model

Nigeria, others commit $27bn to port infrastructure expansion — PMAWCA

Nigeria, others commit $27bn to port infrastructure expansion — PMAWCA

Sugar

Sugar industry key to addressing unemployment, insecurity — NSDC boss 

Health

‘Next pandemic could be worse than COVID’

‘Next pandemic could be worse than COVID’

Uncontrolled hypertension leads to stroke, heart failure, cardiologist warns

Uncontrolled hypertension leads to stroke, heart failure, cardiologist warns

Ebola: DRC to declare outbreak over in 6 days — WHO

Ebola fears: Nigerian scientists want emergency border surveillance

High Blood Pressure

May & Baker worries over rising cases of HBP among Nigerians 

Sports

5 superstar coaches attracted by FIFA World Cup glory into international battle

5 superstar coaches attracted by FIFA World Cup glory into international battle

The 2026 World Cup has bucked the trend of international football's struggles to compete with the riches of the club game when it comes to securing some of the world's best coaches.
Video: João Pedro’s family heartbroken after Brazil’s World Cup squad exclusion

Video: João Pedro’s family heartbroken after Brazil’s World Cup squad exclusion

Neuer set for return to Germany World Cup squad

Neuer set for return to Germany World Cup squad

Wembanyama dazzles as Spurs top Thunder in double-overtime thriller

Wembanyama dazzles as Spurs top Thunder in double-overtime thriller

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad

Relationships

love

Learning to love that man you married once again

He burnt his fingers replacing his menopausal wife with a bombshell!

He burnt his fingers replacing his menopausal wife with a bombshell!

You can have great sex at 40

You can have great sex at 40

It pays to enjoy being a merry widow!

It pays to enjoy being a merry widow!

Special Report

City Boy Movement empowers 1,000 FCT women, backs Tinubu’s re-election

City Boy Movement empowers 1,000 FCT women, backs Tinubu’s re-election

By Peter Oyedele, Abuja No fewer than 1,000 women in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have benefited from an empowerment programme organized by the Women Wing of the City Boy Movement, CBM, as the group reaffirmed support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The large-scale empowerment initiative, organized by […]

Obidients and the Gambo Sawaba constant 

Obidients and the Gambo Sawaba constant 

Mrs. Margaret Ekpo (1914-2006) knew the road, as did Mrs. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (1900-1978), who mentored both Sawaba and Ekpo

It is a mirror held before the Nigerian republic itself -  a republic still searching for institutional maturity, ideological coherence, and moral steadiness

Obi’s Political Pilgrimage: Struggle to reconcile power with moral purpose, politics with conscience 

It is a mirror held before the Nigerian republic itself –  a republic still searching for institutional maturity, ideological coherence, and moral steadiness

How informants help Oyo kidnappers during, after operation - Police

Rewriting Police Story: IGP Disu’s battle for trust, discipline 

Inside many police barracks across Nigeria, officers continue to battle poor healthcare, inadequate living conditions, and limited post-service support

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Technology

Why courts can’t remain detached from tech devts — CJN

Why courts can’t remain detached from tech devts — CJN

Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, yesterday, said the courts can no longer remain detached from technology developments

How Fintech fuels Nigeria’s gaming boom

How Fintech fuels Nigeria’s gaming boom

For regulators, fintech integration may also solve one of the industry’s oldest headaches: transparency. Real-time transaction monitoring, automated reporting systems

Digital procurement to the rescue as Africa’s boardrooms battle fraud, waste

Digital procurement to the rescue as Africa’s boardrooms battle fraud, waste

Analysts say the conversation is timely particularly as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics reshape enterprise operations globally

Vitel Wireless, OPay, Moniepoint move to solve airtime, data access gaps nationwide

Vitel Wireless, OPay, Moniepoint move to solve airtime, data access gaps nationwide

By Juliet Umeh In a move aimed at addressing persistent challenges around access to mobile connectivity and digital services in Nigeria, Vitel Wireless has partnered with leading fintech platforms, Opay and Moniepoint, to simplify how millions of Nigerians purchase airtime and data directly from their bank accounts or mobile walletsThis collaboration, according to Vitel Wireless’ […]

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Education

what it described as the “failure of management to engage in further negotiations concerning our demands.”

UNILAG medical lecturers begin indefinite strike

… after what it described as the “failure of management to engage in further negotiations concerning our demands.”

WAEC assures candidates, parents on hitch-free WASSCE; union insists on strike today

WAEC assures candidates, parents on hitch-free WASSCE; union insists on strike today

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has stated that talks are ongoing to address the grievances of staff threatening strike

NECO

NECO: How Nigeria’s indigenous examination body became global assessment powerhouse

When the National Examinations Council, NECO, was established in April 1999, many Nigerians viewed it as an ambitious experiment. Critics questioned

N250bn hostel rollout: Adopting PPP to tackle student accommodation problems 

N250bn hostel rollout: Adopting PPP to tackle student accommodation problems 

With over 40,000 student population, there is no doubt that about 8,000 bed spaces are not enough and securing an official accommodation on campus is a Herculean task

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