Insecurity: Scores of schools in 40 LGAs shut down
At least 65 secondary and primary schools have been shut or rendered non-functional by insecurity across northern Nigeria, findings by Sunday Vanguard have shown…
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Nigeria backs Shagari for NAM Youth leadership
ABUJA — The Federal Government has thrown its weight behind the candidacy of Muhammad Bello Bala Shagari for leadership of the Non-Aligned Movement Youth Organization (NAMYO). The endorsement was conveyed by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, which described Shagari, the National Representative of NAMYO Nigeria and Vice Chair for the Africa Region, as a […]
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Messi absent after father’s death as Miami lose in Leagues Cup
Teams observed a minute of silence before the match for Jorge Messi, who died at age 68 in Argentina, where the Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi arrived on Saturday night.
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Tinubu’s reforms fuel Nasarawa’s N90bn infrastructure boom – Gov Sule
According to Sule, the increased revenue has enabled his administration to execute major infrastructure projects without resorting to bank borrowing.
06:46 am
Attack on Catholic Bishops is attack on entire Church, PFN fumes
National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Bishop Wale Oke, has thrown the full weight of the Pentecostal body behind the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, declaring that any attack on the Catholic bishops is an attack on the entire Body of Christ.
06:42 am
Six months in captivity: Woro freed victims recount ordeal
Six months after they were abducted by terrorists, survivors of the Woro community attack in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have recounted the harrowing experiences they endured in captivity, including the deaths of 13 children, forced marriages involving some young women and severe hunger and deprivation.
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Nigeria may lose out on fresh $1.4bn US health aid over Christians persecution
By Nkiruka Nnorom Nigeria may be excluded from a new $1.4 billion U.S health and humanitarian assistance package announced earlier this week if the Federal Government fails to take measurable actions to address violence against Christians, according to terms contained in a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding signed by both countries. The MOU, signed on December 20, […]
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OSUN VIOLENCE: We’re the victims, Adeleke is playing victim to curry sympathy – Oyebamiji
By Adetutu Oyebanjo Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, Biodun Oyebamiji, has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of playing the victim to curry sympathy ahead of Saturday’s governorship poll. Adeleke has repeatedly accused the APC of attacking his administration and members of his party, Accord Party, to instill fear ahead of the […]
06:37 am
Another Lagos bridge badly vandalised as Sanwo-Olu allays safety concerns
Another bridge in Lagos has allegedly been vandalised, with a section of the concrete protection of an overhead bridge around Mile 12 reportedly excavated to expose reinforced iron rods, raising fresh concerns over the safety of critical public infrastructure in the state.
05:46 am
Six days to Osun election: 18 ‘killed’ as fears of more violence mount
Fresh fears of further violence have gripped Osun State ahead of the August 15 governorship election, with the two major opposition parties, the All Progressives Congress, APC, and Accord Party, claiming to have lost a combined 18 members in the build-up to the poll.
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Ibadan meeting: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso still have opportunity for grand alliance — Ologbondiyan
Few opposition figures have witnessed Nigeria’s political twists and realignments from as close a vantage point as Kola Ologbondiyan. A former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he now serves as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, placing him at the centre of fresh efforts to forge a formidable opposition ahead of the 2027 general election….
Politics
Ibadan meeting: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso still have opportunity for grand alliance — Ologbondiyan
Few opposition figures have witnessed Nigeria’s political twists and realignments from as close a vantage point as Kola Ologbondiyan. A former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he now serves as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, placing him at the centre of fresh efforts to forge a formidable opposition ahead of the 2027 general election….
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Attack on Catholic Bishops is attack on entire Church, PFN fumes
National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Bishop Wale Oke, has thrown the full weight of the Pentecostal body behind the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, declaring that any attack on the Catholic bishops is an attack on the entire Body of Christ.
Osun election
Police arrest Osun Commissioner over gunshots at APC rally; Adeleke kicks
An eyewitness, Kola Adeoti disclosed that the boy was at his mother's shop when he was hit by a stray bullet
Metro
Another Lagos bridge badly vandalised as Sanwo-Olu allays safety concerns
Another bridge in Lagos has allegedly been vandalised, with a section of the concrete protection of an overhead bridge around Mile 12 reportedly excavated to expose reinforced iron rods, raising fresh concerns over the safety of critical public infrastructure in the state.
Entertainment
Video: Olu of Warri rides electric scooter to inspect 5th coronation anniversary preparations
As preparations for his fifth coronation anniversary gather momentum, the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, took to the streets of Okere in Warri, Delta State, riding an electric scooter to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the arrangements.
ICYMI
Joe Biden’s cancer has spread into his bones – Hunter
Former US President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, his son Hunter Biden revealed. Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father’s deteriorating condition, describing it to BBC as very sad to watch. “The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further,” he said. “It’s very painful and it’s […]
Business
Customs, agents disagree over National Single Window operations
By Godwin Oritse & Efe Onodjae There are indications of festering disagreements over the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW), a centralized digital portal launched by the Federal Government in March this year to address delays in import-export processing at the ports. It allows importers and exporters to submit trade documents once, replacing duplicate paperwork […]
Sports
Messi absent after father’s death as Miami lose in Leagues Cup
Teams observed a minute of silence before the match for Jorge Messi, who died at age 68 in Argentina, where the Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi arrived on Saturday night.
Special Report
History Made, Future Beckons: How Oloyede’s stewardship redefined JAMB, restored public trust
At JAMB’s National Headquarters in Bwari, Abuja, Prof. Oloyede described the occasion as both a moment of gratitude and reflection
My life of duty and allegiance Gowon’s Book of ‘Go on with one Nigeria’: The Facts of the Matter
The solution to my mind is to continue to represent the acronym promoted by Gowon’s surname. “GO ON WITH ONE NIGERIA’’ as the cliché for Nigerians
Kehinde Olupona @ 75: Day Ile-Ife stood still for erudite scholar, humanitarian
By Prisca Sam-Duru “A man of impeccable integrity, humanitarian, renowned scholar of religious studies, a great writer, a true African man, spiritually endowed, institutional builder, and a man of grace.” These glowing tributes echoed in abundance as dignitaries, scholars, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate one of Nigeria’s most revered intellectuals, Professor Jacob Kehinde Olupona, on […]
Inside prisons crime rings: How inmates run operations from behind bars
Last month, a text message landed on Odion Akagbosu’s phone late at night. It was short, cold and terrifying. “Someone wants you dead. He sent us to kill you, but I don’t want to kill an innocent soul. Comply with me or I will not show mercy.”
Technology
Samsung expands foldable fight with Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra
By Prince Osuagwu Hi-Tech Editor The smartphone is no longer content to sit quietly in your palm. It wants to open up, stretch out, think for you, follow your subjects on camera, organise your notes and even suggest what you should do next. That is the experience Samsung Electronics West Africa is betting on with […]
Gen-Zs: AI now tells them what to wear
By Juliet Umeh It sounds funny, but it’s true – some of the flappy and scruffy dress combinations young boys and girls born between the middle and late 2000s wear these days are strictly AI -induced. It sounds like a fairytale, right? But, that’s the reality of today. From old to young, almost everybody seems […]
Telecom operators seek stronger infrastructure protection to sustain Nigeria’s digital growth
By Juliet Umeh & Islamiyyah Adekanbi For more than two dec-ades, Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have powered one of the country’s biggest economic success stories, connecting millions of people, driving financial inclusion and providing the digital infrastructure that supports banking, education, healthcare, commerce and governance. However, they have come out to demand stronger government support, policy […]
Why laptops may become more expensive in Nigeria
…Global PC shipments fall 4.9% to 68.2m units in Q2 2026By Juliet Ume For many Nigerians preparing for a new academic session, entrepreneurs running digital businesses and professionals working from home, owning a laptop is no longer a luxury. It has become an important tool for learning, work and running a business. However, buying one […]
Education
Funding Safe Schools Initiative: Will FME’s full control make any difference?
Following attacks on schools and the abduction of students and teachers, the need to look into the effectiveness or otherwise of the Safe Schools Initiative became imperative
Sanni bows out, Oyewunmi takes over at UNILAG’s Faculty of Law
By Elizabeth Osayande THE Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, has entered a new chapter in its distinguished history with the successful transition of leadership from Professor Abiola Sanni, SAN, to Professor Adejoke Oyewunmi, who officially assumed office as Dean on 1 August, 2026. Professor Oyewunmi is the 20th Dean of the Faculty and only […]
WAEC withholds results of candidates from indebted states
WAEC said 2026 Computer-Based WASSCE school candidates sponsored by states indebted to the Council will not be able to access their results
We’ll deploy everything lawful to protect JAMB’s integrity- Aina
Oloyede declared that he was leaving behind “a stronger, more transparent and globally respected institution”