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Relief for ADC, AP, other parties as A-Court stops deregistration

Relief for ADC, AP, other parties as A-Court stops deregistration

The battle over   deregistration  of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and four other political parties took a dramatic turn, yesterday, as the Court of Appeal in Abuja halted execution of the Federal High Court judgment ordering their removal from the register of Independent National Electroral Commission, INEC.
Troops rescue 398 kidnap victims, arrest 31 terrorists, neutralise 10 —DHQ

Troops rescue 398 kidnap victims, arrest 31 terrorists, neutralise 10 —DHQ

File: Cows on Mabuchi Road, Mabuchi District, Abuja, at 4.30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Photo: Onochie Anibeze

FG moves to end open grazing, identifies 470 gazetted reserves

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The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has said that the federal government has dispensed N12.7 billion to offer meters in army barracks across the country.

Oyo 2027: Adelabu remains in APC – Aide

Awogboro, speaking on behalf of Adelabu, said the defection rumour was entirely false and existed only in the imagination of those promoting it.

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Pope hails US-Iran deal, calls for dialogue in Ukraine

Pope hails US-Iran deal, calls for dialogue in Ukraine

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has become Europe’s bloodiest conflict since World War II and has dragged on longer than World War I.

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World Cup 2026: Why most players are wearing pink boots [Photos]

World Cup 2026: Why most players are wearing pink boots [Photos]

If you’ve watched any matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one trend has been hard to miss is most footballers putting on pink boots.

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2026 UTME original result slips ready for printing, says JAMB

2026 UTME original result slips ready for printing, says JAMB

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Original Result Slip will be available for printing on Wednesday.

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Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid

Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid

Silva had left Manchester City after nine trophy-laden years when the 31-year-old’s contract expired at the end of last season.

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Elon Musk’s AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt

Elon Musk’s AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt

Stanley praised Musk’s technology and “the greatly increased operational efficiency made possible by the Grok Gov Model.”

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Ribadu

Ward Delineation: NSA can’t allocate land to Ijaw in Warri South LGA — INYC

The Itsekiri National Youth Council (INYC) has vowed to resist any alleged attempt by National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu to allocate Itsekiri land to the Ijaw in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, insisting that the area remains the ancestral homeland of the Itsekiri people. In a statement signed by its President, […]

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Foreign Coach: Are the odds against Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup hopes?

Foreign Coach: Are the odds against Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup hopes?

A long-standing World Cup trend suggests the road to glory may be more complicated than many supporters expect

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Revealed: Why Messi cried after scoring against Algeria

Revealed: Why Messi cried after scoring against Algeria

“I went through some difficult days, but I’m grateful to the entire delegation and my teammates because they were always by my side, giving me a lot of strength to help me get through it.”

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Gunmen ambush, kill district head in Plateau

The monarch was said to have sustained severe injuries during the attack and was immediately rushed to a nearby clinic for emergency treatment.

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Nigeria @ 64: Jonathan, Atiku

‘Jonathan, Atiku, Obi doing Tinubu’s campaign work for him’

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is entering the 2027 presidential race as the clear frontrunner, not necessarily because of widespread popularity, but because his opponents remain divided, according to a new forecast by political consulting and data analysis firm CellHub. The firm projects the president as the favourite to secure a […]
Natasha’s Suspension Forgery Allegation: 'We'll review Oshiomhole's comments' - Senate

Senate, Oshiomhole at daggers’ drawn over Natasha’s 6 month’s suspension

Relief for ADC, AP, other parties as A-Court stops deregistration

Relief for ADC, AP, other parties as A-Court stops deregistration

ADC

Deregistration: Judiciary, not ADC on trial over — David Mark

Jos Visit: Tinubu said 'No light; I fly out in 10 minutes' - Peter Obi

Governance not rocket science — Peter Obi faults Tinubu’s policies

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Ìwòye: Abilékọ Oluchi jí ara rẹ̀ gbé fún àádọ́ta mílíọ̀nù naira; àwọn òṣèré ṣe ìkẹ́dùn leyin iku olóògbé Alex Ekubo

Ìwòye: Abilékọ Oluchi jí ara rẹ̀ gbé fún àádọ́ta mílíọ̀nù naira; àwọn òṣèré ṣe ìkẹ́dùn leyin iku olóògbé Alex Ekubo

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Ìwòye: Àwon olùkọ́ ṣèfẹ̀hónúhàn lórí àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ wọ́n jígbé ní Ọ̀yọ́; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹ̀bi ikú fún àwọn tó kọlù ṣọ́ọ̀ṣì Òwò

Ìwòye: Àwon olùkọ́ ṣèfẹ̀hónúhàn lórí àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ wọ́n jígbé ní Ọ̀yọ́; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹ̀bi ikú fún àwọn tó kọlù ṣọ́ọ̀ṣì Òwò

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ONE VOTE: Can Young Nigerians Decide 2027?

ONE VOTE: Can Young Nigerians Decide 2027?

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The Nigerian Meter: Counsellors Seun & Ibitayo Ladokun speak on sex, love, red flags before marriage

The Nigerian Meter: Counsellors Seun & Ibitayo Ladokun speak on sex, love, red flags before marriage

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ONE VOTE: 2027 Presidential Race – what to expect from contenders, if they win

ONE VOTE: 2027 Presidential Race – what to expect from contenders, if they win

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Wọ́n jí àwọn ọmọ ilé-ìwé àti àwọn olùkọ́ wọn gbé ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọyọ́; awakọ̀ kan pa ọmọ mẹ́ta ní Rivers, Arsenal gba ife liigi

Wọ́n jí àwọn ọmọ ilé-ìwé àti àwọn olùkọ́ wọn gbé ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọyọ́; awakọ̀ kan pa ọmọ mẹ́ta ní Rivers, Arsenal gba ife liigi

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ONE VOTE: Consensus Dilemma

ONE VOTE: Consensus Dilemma

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Oyo school abduction: We won’t negotiate with terrorists — Makinde

Oyo school abduction: We won’t negotiate with terrorists — Makinde

•Says Oyo ‘ll never be another Chibok•Vows safe return of abducted teachers, pupils•VeryDarkMan leads protest over insecurity•Oyo govt demolishes building used as arms depot•Ondo govt moves against school attacksBy Dayo Johnson & Adeola Badru IBADAN— GOVERNOR Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, yesterday, declared that the state “is not Chibok and will never be Chibok”, vowing […]
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 17, 2026

Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price by N75/litre as crude oil drops

Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price by N75/litre as crude oil drops

Naira now N1,389/$ in parallel market

Naira now N1,389/$ in parallel market

If we do free, fair elections and Tinubu wins again, he deserves handshake — SDP’s Adebayo

If we do free, fair elections and Tinubu wins again, he deserves handshake — SDP’s Adebayo

World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026: Why most players are wearing pink boots [Photos]

World Cup 2026: Why most players are wearing pink boots [Photos]

If you've watched any matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one trend has been hard to miss is most footballers putting on pink boots.
Foreign Coach: Are the odds against Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup hopes?

Foreign Coach: Are the odds against Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup hopes?

Revealed: Why Messi cried after scoring against Algeria

Revealed: Why Messi cried after scoring against Algeria

World Cup: 6 records Messi broke against Algeria

World Cup: 6 records Messi broke against Algeria

‘No one should miss history,’ US lawmaker seeks visa for Cape Verde GK’s mother

‘No one should miss history,’ US lawmaker seeks visa for Cape Verde GK’s mother

Metro

At 90, Abia widow fights for life amid repeated assault by brother’s wife, kids

At 90, Abia widow fights for life amid repeated assault by brother’s wife, kids

FOR most people, old age is a season of rest, dignity, and the comforting embrace of family. But for 90-year-old Mrs. Comfort Nwanchioma Okwuonu, popularly known as Danchama, the twilight of life has allegedly become a horrifying tale of abuse, loneliness, and unending violence.
Troops rescue 398 kidnap victims, arrest 31 terrorists, neutralise 10 —DHQ

Troops rescue 398 kidnap victims, arrest 31 terrorists, neutralise 10 —DHQ

NIPSS

Gunmen attack NIPSS, kill three security operatives in Plateau

Anti-Tinubu post: Court orders Sowore’s arrest over failure to attend trial

Anti-Tinubu post: Court orders Sowore’s arrest over failure to attend trial

FG auctions Lagos hotel, 3 properties forfeited by drug lords at N6.1bn 

FG auctions Lagos hotel, 3 properties forfeited by drug lords at N6.1bn 

Columns

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FIFA World Cup 2026, it’s glory days for global television, by Okoh Aihe

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The fight to save Nigeria, by Rotimi Fasan

The fight to save Nigeria, by Rotimi Fasan

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The abduction, death of Rabe Abubakar: A country without sense of shame, outrage, by Usman Sarki

The abduction, death of Rabe Abubakar: A country without sense of shame, outrage, by Usman Sarki

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After Iran, Nigeria next? By Ochereome Nnanna

After Iran, Nigeria next? By Ochereome Nnanna

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Optiva Capital restates commitment to wealth creation, opportunity across Africa

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

Boycott the boycottables (2), by Eric Teniola

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When conscience finds its voice, by Dakuku Peterside

When conscience finds its voice, by Dakuku Peterside

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Entertainment

Oscar 2022: What Nicki Minaj said about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock

Why I stopped going to church – Nicki Minaj

American rapper Nicki Minaj has opened up about her relationship with God, revealing that her rise to global stardom forced her away from regular church attendance, even though her faith remains strong.
Why I ‘married’ myself – Actor Denrele

Why I ‘married’ myself – Actor Denrele

Headies 2026 to hold in Canada as organisers seek global expansion

Headies 2026 to hold in Canada as organisers seek global expansion

Actor Baba Ijesha announces birth of son

Actor Baba Ijesha announces birth of son

South African jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91

South African jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91

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Cardtonic Introduces Stablecoin Funding for Virtual Dollar Cards as Digital Payments Evolve in Nigeria

Cardtonic Introduces Stablecoin Funding for Virtual Dollar Cards as Digital Payments Evolve in Nigeria

Create AI Videos With Flexible Aspect Ratios Through Seedance 2.0 Mini

Create AI Videos With Flexible Aspect Ratios Through Seedance 2.0 Mini

Winbox Is Giving Away a Rolex During FIFA World Cup 2026 — Here Is How Malaysian Players Are Winning Big This Tournament Season

Winbox Is Giving Away a Rolex During FIFA World Cup 2026 — Here Is How Malaysian Players Are Winning Big This Tournament Season

Starting Pusoy Online Game? Here’s Why GZone Feels Beginner-Friendly

Starting Pusoy Online Game? Here’s Why GZone Feels Beginner-Friendly

Videos

They made it hard to renew paper ; Zulu men say we take their wives.- South Africa returnees say

They made it hard to renew paper ; Zulu men say we take their wives.- South Africa returnees say

Tinubu has made Buhari a saint — Atiku’s Aide | Politics Hub

Tinubu has made Buhari a saint — Atiku’s Aide | Politics Hub

The wait is over! 39 days, 48 teams as 2026 World Cup begins

The wait is over! 39 days, 48 teams as 2026 World Cup begins

Tinubu has made Buhari a saint — Atiku’s aide

Tinubu has made Buhari a saint — Atiku’s aide

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Why NASS approves loans for Tinubu — Rep Atu

The member representing Enugu North/Enugu South Federal Constituency, Chimaobi Atu, has explained why the National Assembly approves loan requests for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying lawmakers are responding to the expectations of their constituents.
Insecurity:  Oyo’ll never be  another Chibok — Makinde

Insecurity:  Oyo’ll never be  another Chibok — Makinde

I told Abacha to disband clique of ‘bad influence’ officers around him — Abubakar

I told Abacha to disband clique of ‘bad influence’ officers around him — Abubakar

NAFDAC

NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to US recall of children’s Ibuprofen

Abdulsalami

Abubakar resisted pressure to extend transition programme – Ex-CSO

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Where are the politician’s sons?

Cartoon: Where are the politician’s sons?

Cartoon: ‘Trump has a sister!’

Cartoon: ‘Trump has a sister!’

Cartoon: June 12, 1993 – Who gave the order?

Cartoon: June 12, 1993 – Who gave the order?

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Business

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TCN expresses concern over rising cases of vandalism in Niger State

By Obas Esiedesa The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has raised concerns over increasing vandalism of power transmission infrastructure in parts of Niger State, warning that the trend poses serious economic, safety and electricity supply challenges. Speaking during a community engagement visit to Lambata in Gurara Local Government Area yesterday, the General Manager, Transmission, Abuja Region, […]
IMF Prescriptions: Experts warn FG against costly foreign loans, VAT hike

IMF Prescriptions: Experts warn FG against costly foreign loans, VAT hike

Proposed plastic ban could trigger deindustrialisation, job losses— MAN

Proposed plastic ban could trigger deindustrialisation, job losses— MAN

Shettima flags off NADF’s 515,720-bag fertiliser intervention

Shettima flags off NADF’s 515,720-bag fertiliser intervention

Dangote Refinery has reduced the gantry price of petrol, to N1,250 per litre from N1,275 per litre, representing a two per cent decrease.

Dangote Refinery lowers petrol price by N75/l as oil falls by 5%

Health

10 million schoolchildren at risk as 161 million Nigerians rely on unsafe water — SCI

10 million schoolchildren at risk as 161 million Nigerians rely on unsafe water — SCI

Democracy Day: Federal tertiary hospitals showcase healthcare transformation across Lagos

Democracy Day: Federal tertiary hospitals showcase healthcare transformation across Lagos

Poor sleep in middle age raises risk of heart disease, diabetes — Study

Poor sleep in middle age raises risk of heart disease, diabetes — Study

Healthcare redefined in Borno: Zulum sets timeline to complete 400-bed teaching hospital, others

Healthcare redefined in Borno: Zulum sets timeline to complete 400-bed teaching hospital, others

Sports

Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid

Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid

Silva had left Manchester City after nine trophy-laden years when the 31-year-old's contract expired at the end of last season.
I feel bad not playing at 2026 World Cup – Osimhen

I feel bad not playing at 2026 World Cup – Osimhen

Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return

Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return

AC Milan appoint Ruben Amorim as head coach after Man Utd exit

AC Milan appoint Ruben Amorim as head coach after Man Utd exit

‘If football didn’t work out for me, I was finished’ — Ola Aina

‘If football didn’t work out for me, I was finished’ — Ola Aina

Relationships

Dear Bunmi

Couples who kiss regularly are less likely to get depressed

Sleep

Why you should ditch the booze when you’re pregnant!

Dear Bumi, my boyfriend once dated my mom 

Dear Bumi, my boyfriend once dated my mom 

Does your man have the ‘love rat’ gene?!

Does your man have the ‘love rat’ gene?!

Special Report

Bullets Before Ballots: Insecurity threatens 2027 polls - 5,272 killed in 5 months

Bullets Before Ballots: Insecurity threatens 2027 polls – 5,272 killed in 5 months

Amupitan identified threats facing Nigeria’s elections: social media volatility, AI-driven disinformation, and Foreign Information Manipulation

In 1993, for one brief moment, Nigeria glimpsed what could have been a nation where the ballot triumphed over the bullet, where tribe, religion, and region bowed to unity and competence

June 12: Afenifere, Obi, Otti, Alia, Okpebholo others demand unity, security in Nigeria

As Nigeria marked June 12, leaders reflected on the nation’s democratic journey, urging vigilance, unity, welfare and accountability

IMF

IMF, economists disagree over Nigeria’s economic prescriptions

Nigeria’s leading economists and financial experts have disagreed with some of the latest policy prescriptions by the International Monetary Fund, IMF, for Nigeria

'They disengage but never deradicalise'; fresh fears over ISWAP commanders who surrendered

‘They disengage but never deradicalise’; fresh fears over ISWAP commanders who surrendered

When an insurgent lays down his weapon, does the threat truly end or simply change form? That question has moved from theoretical debate

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Technology

Venture capital slump leads Nigerian startups to borrowing for survival

Venture capital slump leads Nigerian startups to borrowing for survival

By Juliet Umeh As venture capital funding across Africa remains low, Nigerian startups are now turning to borrowing to stay afloat and support growth in a tighter investment environment. Latest data from Africa: The Big Deal shows that startups across the continent raised $135 million in May 2026 through 37 deals, an improvement from April’s […]

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Nigeria First Policy concerns FMCIDE’s $10m deal attracts criticism

By Juliet Umeh Stakeholders in Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology, ICT, sector has expressed concerns over aspects of the recent partnership between the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, FMCIDE, and Hello.cv. They argue that the arrangement contradicts the Federal Government’s Nigeria First Policy by promoting Cape Verde’s country code top-level domain, ccTLD, […]

As bad loans rise, experts identify three fixes for Nigeria’s lending sector

As bad loans rise, experts identify three fixes for Nigeria’s lending sector

As Nigerian banks battle rising bad loans amid economic uncertainty, industry stakeholders are urging lenders to look beyond digital loan applications and address deeper weaknesses in their credit infrastructure.

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Nigeria’s digital sovereignty quest gains mom

As Nigeria accelerates its digital transformation ambitions, one of the major obstacles that continue to undermine the aspirations of becoming Africa’s digital powerhouse is the country’s heavy dependence on foreign internet infrastructure.

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Education

Safe Schools Initiative: How safe are our schools? 

Safe Schools Initiative: How safe are our schools? 

Across the country, millions of children still study in buildings with broken or no fences, no lighting, no guards, and zero emergency response capability

Ovia’s James Hope University positions as Nigeria’s exclusive postgraduate institution

Ovia’s James Hope University positions as Nigeria’s exclusive postgraduate institution

By Elizabeth Osayande & Ifunanya Ndigwe  James Hope University, JHU, has positioned itself uniquely in the Nigerian higher education space by operating strictly as a postgraduate-only institution. The university located at Lekki, Lagos, focuses entirely on advanced learning and executive training. It has unveiled three flagship business programmes designed for a new era of learning shaped […]

Hope fades for missing passengers in Goronyo boat tragedy 

Sokoto embarks on massive education expansion, approves 56 new secondary schools 

By Musa Ubandawaki, SOKOTO In an effort to strengthen education and expand access to learning opportunities, the Sokoto State Government has commenced the construction and upgrading of 56 secondary schools across the state under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, a landmark intervention aimed at improving educational infrastructure and increasing school enrolment, […]

Ex Babcock VC, Tayo, channels book launch fund to charity 

Ex Babcock VC, Tayo, channels book launch fund to charity 

By Elizabeth Osayande  Barely six months after a book launch in his honour, Professor Ademola S. Tayo, Babcock University’s immediate past President/Vice-Chancellor, has pledged the proceeds to fund an educational support initiative for indigent students.  The initiative will provide an annual sponsorship for 10 students from Oke-Ila Orangun and 5 others from Inisha both in Osun […]

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