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Oriire abduction: Children were beaten, teachers chained — Alamu, Principal

Oriire abduction: Children were beaten, teachers chained — Alamu, Principal

THE principal bducted alongside teachers, students and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Mrs Racheal Alamu, yesterday, recounted the harrowing 56-day ordeal in captivity, revealing that children were beaten into silence, male teachers chained and blindfolded….
How Police uncovered fictitious PFIPC —Document

How Police uncovered fictitious PFIPC —Document

ADC

ADC’s fortunes in limbo:  A-Court affirms order barring INEC from recognising Mark’s leadership

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Final evacuation flight from South Africa to bring back 315 Nigerians Wednesday

Final evacuation flight from South Africa to bring back 315 Nigerians Wednesday

The government had earlier conducted four evacuation flights, bringing home hundreds of Nigerians as part of efforts to ensure the safety and welfare of its citizens abroad.

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Don’t reintegrate terror suspects without trial — Nigerian Christians in US tell FG

Don’t reintegrate terror suspects without trial — Nigerian Christians in US tell FG

CANAN President, Dr James Fadel, and the association’s Executive Director, Dr Banjo Olaniyan, used the briefing to outline the group’s position on terrorism, religious freedom and security reforms.

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World Cup: Yamal insists Spain have nothing to fear against France

World Cup: Yamal insists Spain have nothing to fear against France

A relaxed-looking Yamal addressed those comments as he spoke to reporters on Monday at a press conference.

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Nigeria, Hong Kong sign double taxation agreement to boost investment

Nigeria, Hong Kong sign double taxation agreement to boost investment

According to the minister, although the signing ceremony was held virtually, its significance remained profound as it reflected the shared commitment of both parties to strengthening economic cooperation and creating a more conducive environment for cross-border trade and investment.

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Tears, pain as landslide claims four siblings in Cross River

Tears, pain as landslide claims four siblings in Cross River

Tragedy struck over the weekend in Ikot Awatin community, Calabar municipality, Cross River State as torrential rain triggered a landslide, killing four siblings

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Saudi Arabia opens door to LGBTQ visitors ahead of 2034 World Cup

Saudi Arabia opens door to LGBTQ visitors ahead of 2034 World Cup

Under the direction of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, the power of its influential clerics has diminished and the once-feared morality police have been muzzled.

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Court sentences notorious bandit’s ally to 20 years imprisonment

Court sentences notorious bandit’s ally to 20 years imprisonment

Justice Nwite ordered that the sentences must run concurrently, beginning from Jan. 11, 2023, the date of his arrest.

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Taskforce raids illegal mining site, arrests two in Taraba

Taskforce raids illegal mining site, arrests two in Taraba

Jamu said security operatives traversed difficult terrain to reach the remote mining site for the raid.

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Ogbono Ban in Asaba, Cultism, Drugs Ban in Olomu: Delta SAN kings test the bounds of their thrones

Ogbono Ban in Asaba, Cultism, Drugs Ban in Olomu: Delta SAN kings test the bounds of their thrones

By Egufe Yafugborhi Penultimate week, two Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), seated on ancestral thrones, issued proclamations that set their kingdoms talking. One banned the sale of ogbono seeds in indigenous markets; the other banned cultism and drug abuse. Both carry the weight of tradition. Both have raised a hard question: in 2026 Nigeria, what is […]

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UAE says Iran attacked two ships in Hormuz, one dead

UAE says Iran attacked two ships in Hormuz, one dead

The strikes came after the United States launched a fresh salvo of strikes against Tehran, marking a new escalation in the resumption of hostilities in the Middle East war.

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Politics

Atiku, Obi excited as FG suspends planned increase in WAEC, NECO registration fees

Atiku, Obi excited as FG suspends planned increase in WAEC, NECO registration fees

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, and his Nigeria Democratic Congress, ADC, counterpart, Peter Obi, in the 2027 elections yesterday, expressed excitement ove
ADC

ADC’s fortunes in limbo:  A-Court affirms order barring INEC from recognising Mark’s leadership

ADC alleges forged INEC documents over ‘fake’ nomination upload

ADC alleges forged INEC documents over ‘fake’ nomination upload

Tinubu’s re-nomination of Shettima shows stability, courage – Senator Plang

Tinubu’s re-nomination of Shettima shows stability, courage – Senator Plang

Bishop Oyedepo

Oyedepo urges worshippers to secure PVCs ahead of 2027 elections

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Ìwòye: Dókítà Wisdom, agùnbánirọ̀ ní ìlú Port Harcourt pàdánù ẹ̀mí rè lẹ̀nu iṣẹ́; ìjàmbá ọkọ̀ ṣẹlẹ̀ si gbajúgbajà agbórin-lárúgẹ, Sam Larry

Ìwòye: Dókítà Wisdom, agùnbánirọ̀ ní ìlú Port Harcourt pàdánù ẹ̀mí rè lẹ̀nu iṣẹ́; ìjàmbá ọkọ̀ ṣẹlẹ̀ si gbajúgbajà agbórin-lárúgẹ, Sam Larry

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ONE VOTE: Why Nigeria’s 2027 Election just entered a new phase

ONE VOTE: Why Nigeria’s 2027 Election just entered a new phase

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ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

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Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

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Ọwọ́ àwọn agbofinro tẹ arábìnrin Princess, tó jẹ́ ọ̀gá àwọn afipámu awon ọ̀dọ́bìnrin sínú iṣẹ́ ìnàbì; ìbúgbàmù ṣẹlẹ̀ ní Mushin

Ọwọ́ àwọn agbofinro tẹ arábìnrin Princess, tó jẹ́ ọ̀gá àwọn afipámu awon ọ̀dọ́bìnrin sínú iṣẹ́ ìnàbì; ìbúgbàmù ṣẹlẹ̀ ní Mushin

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Celebrities shouldn’t be dragged for their political choices – Music Exec, Motolani Alake

Celebrities shouldn’t be dragged for their political choices – Music Exec, Motolani Alake

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ONE VOTE: Is Ekiti governorship election a glimpse into the 2027 polls?

ONE VOTE: Is Ekiti governorship election a glimpse into the 2027 polls?

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 14, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 14, 2026

The Nigerian naira traded with relative stability against the United States dollar on the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, while the parallel market continued to quote the dollar at a premium.
Oriire abduction: Children were beaten, teachers chained — Alamu, Principal

Oriire abduction: Children were beaten, teachers chained — Alamu, Principal

Naira depreciates to N1,420/$ in parallel market

Naira depreciates to N1,420/$ in parallel market

My life is in danger – ‘Fake’ PFIPC DG’ Adeyemi cries out

My life is in danger – ‘Fake’ PFIPC DG’ Adeyemi cries out

US lobbying firm offers to help alleged fake presidential agency DG seek asylum

US lobbying firm offers to help alleged fake presidential agency DG seek asylum

World Cup 2026

World Cup: Yamal insists Spain have nothing to fear against France

World Cup: Yamal insists Spain have nothing to fear against France

A relaxed-looking Yamal addressed those comments as he spoke to reporters on Monday at a press conference.
Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line

Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line

France and Spain prepare to duel at World Cup

France and Spain prepare to duel at World Cup

Pape Thiaw

Senegalese FA says Thiaw salary demands caused World Cup downfall

FIFA lifts ban on Sri Lanka after election pledge

Why we might expand World Cup to 64 teams – Infantino

Metro

Tears, pain as landslide claims four siblings in Cross River

Tears, pain as landslide claims four siblings in Cross River

Tragedy struck over the weekend in Ikot Awatin community, Calabar municipality, Cross River State as torrential rain triggered a landslide, killing four siblings
Ogbono Ban in Asaba, Cultism, Drugs Ban in Olomu: Delta SAN kings test the bounds of their thrones

Ogbono Ban in Asaba, Cultism, Drugs Ban in Olomu: Delta SAN kings test the bounds of their thrones

Residents breathe sigh of relief as Bayelsa intensifies flood mitigation

Residents breathe sigh of relief as Bayelsa intensifies flood mitigation

Delta community invokes deities to drive out herdsmen

Delta community invokes deities to drive out herdsmen

Gunmen kidnap Oyo school headmaster, demand N30m ransom

Gunmen kidnap Oyo school headmaster, demand N30m ransom

Columns

Rehabilitating terrorists or delivering justice? By Ejiro Ofoye

Rehabilitating terrorists or delivering justice? By Ejiro Ofoye

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The battle before the 2027 ballots, by Dakuku Peterside

The battle before the 2027 ballots, by Dakuku Peterside

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

Insecurity: The possible way out (2), by Eric Teniola

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No governance without consultation: Demilitarizing and demythologizing the Nigerian Government, by Owei Lakemfa

No governance without consultation: Demilitarizing and demythologizing the Nigerian Government, by Owei Lakemfa

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2027 VP: Congratulations to Shettima, By SULEIMAN A. SULEIMAN

2027 VP: Congratulations to Shettima, By SULEIMAN A. SULEIMAN

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Football’s Mr Controversy, by Patrick Omorodion

Football’s Mr Controversy, by Patrick Omorodion

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Let us pay attention, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

Let us pay attention, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

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Entertainment

My greatest fear is not knowing when to quit music – Davido

My greatest fear is not knowing when to quit music – Davido

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about what he considers his greatest fear, admitting that he worries about not knowing the right time to step away from music.
Relationship: Whitemoney raises alarm over level of deceit, betrayals he witnessed in 2 months

‘Any small thing, billing – Whitemoney laments Nigeria’s dating culture

TikTokers Jarvis, Peller announce wedding date

TikTokers Jarvis, Peller announce wedding date

You learn more from the street than school — Portable

You learn more from the street than school — Portable

People who believe Ronaldo is better than Messi are Psychos – Bovi

People who believe Ronaldo is better than Messi are Psychos – Bovi

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Top 5 Economic Events Every Trader Should Watch in July 2026

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How SYNLAB is Expanding Access to Quality Medical Laboratory Services in Nigeria

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Planet Expands Its Flavour Family with the Introduction of Planet Berries

Africa’s last chance? Four big stories of Globe Cup 2026 quarterfinals

Africa’s last chance? Four big stories of Globe Cup 2026 quarterfinals

Videos

Nigerian activists seeking political offices can’t make a difference - Segalink

Nigerian activists seeking political offices can’t make a difference - Segalink

‘I Lost My Money, Wife And Son’ Nigerian Evacuees Recount South Africa Ordeal

‘I Lost My Money, Wife And Son’ Nigerian Evacuees Recount South Africa Ordeal

‘If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…’ — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidate

‘If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…’ — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidate

Tackling security requires collective effort of all Nigerians— Austin Okai

Tackling security requires collective effort of all Nigerians— Austin Okai

ICYMI

Oriire Schoolchildren: How arrest of kidnappers’ family members led victims’ rescue

Oriire Schoolchildren: How arrest of kidnappers’ family members led victims’ rescue

"The family members were subsequently taken to Abuja, where the wives were interrogated in accordance with investigative procedures"
Bishop Oyedepo

Oyedepo urges worshippers to secure PVCs ahead of 2027 elections

Oyo shoolchildren: Blow-by-blow account of how they regained freedom

Oyo shoolchildren: Blow-by-blow account of how they regained freedom

Multiple arrests pushed kidnappers to release Oyo teachers, pupils – Military

Multiple arrests pushed kidnappers to release Oyo teachers, pupils – Military

Rehabilitating rescued Oyo teachers, pupils now our priority – Makinde

Rehabilitating rescued Oyo teachers, pupils now our priority – Makinde

Today’s toons

Cartoon: 'On your ladder we shall climb'

Cartoon: Chorus – ‘On your ladder we shall climb’

Cartoon: Remaining licence from Iya Alakara-General

Cartoon: Get work permit from Iya Alakara-General

Cartoon: ‘Demonstration of craze’

Cartoon: ‘Demonstration of craze’

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Business

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

Economy exits contraction but households remain pessimistic — CBN

•As PMI rebounds to 50.1pts •Business confidence moderates to 7.2pts •Households shun houses, cars, investments •Food remains top spending priority By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria’s economy exited contraction in June as the Purchasing Managers’ Index, PMI, rebounded to 50.1 points from 49.6 points in May, driven by sustained expansion in the agriculture sector despite continued weakness […]
Stock market rebounds as investors gain N9.3trn in 5 days

Stock market rebounds as investors gain N9.3trn in 5 days

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

Air pollution kills 1,200 children in Europe

NGO trains over 20,000 undergraduates on plastic pollution

MSS sets to train 100 young Nigerians in industry related skills

MSS sets to train 100 young Nigerians in industry related skills

Health

Lassa fever surges as Nigeria records 66 cases, 7 deaths in 3 weeks

Lassa fever surges as Nigeria records 66 cases, 7 deaths in 3 weeks

Patients often present convinced they have malaria, while healthcare providers have historically treated fever as malaria

Only 5% of fever cases in Lagos are malaria – Commissioner

Lagos rescues unconscious pregnant woman, hands mother, baby to Plateau govt

Lagos rescues unconscious pregnant woman, hands mother, baby to Plateau govt

UK House of Lords honours NAFDAC’s Adeyeye for transforming Nigeria’s drug regulatory system

UK House of Lords honours NAFDAC’s Adeyeye for transforming Nigeria’s drug regulatory system

Sports

Haaland, teammates receive heroes’ welcome in Norway after World Cup exit

Haaland, teammates receive heroes’ welcome in Norway after World Cup exit

Erling Haaland's side were knocked out of the tournament on Saturday after losing 2-1 to England in extra-time in the last eight in Miami, their best result in the competition.
Police probe death of South Africa World Cup star Jayden Adams

Police probe death of South Africa World Cup star Jayden Adams

Dutch referee dies aged 38 weeks after being dropped from World Cup

Dutch referee dies aged 38 weeks after being dropped from World Cup

Micah Richards makes decision on quitting punditry

Micah Richards makes decision on quitting punditry

‘There’s interest in him’ — Alonso confirms Garnacho to leave Chelsea

‘There’s interest in him’ — Alonso confirms Garnacho to leave Chelsea

Relationships

No fool like an old fool!

No fool like an old fool!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

Dear Bunmi, she has been faking it!

Dear Bunmi, she has been faking it!

My ex turned my life into a non-stop deliverance service

My ex turned my life into a non-stop deliverance service

Special Report

Photos: Meet soldiers who rescued Oyo kidnap victims

Photos: Meet soldiers who rescued Oyo kidnap victims

“These arrests completely disorganised the group, exerted overwhelming pressure on them and ultimately led to the unconditional release the pupils and teachers”

PFIPC Scandal: How Senate blocked N1.3bn budget probe; 'history 'll judge us' - Kawu

PFIPC Scandal: How Senate blocked N1.3bn budget probe; ‘history ‘ll judge us’ – Kawu

The management of the agency never appeared before the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service Matters

Kwara now among top 10 viable states as Revenue Service reforms stop leakages, generate over N300bn in 6 yrs  

Kwara now among top 10 viable states as Revenue Service reforms stop leakages, generate over N300bn in 6 yrs  

As a result of this, Kwara State Internal Revenue Service generated an IGR of over N300 billion from 2019 to 31st December 2025

How persons with disabilities are redefining Nigeria’s accessibility movement

How persons with disabilities are redefining Nigeria’s accessibility movement

“If someone still needs assistance to use a facility that was supposedly designed for them, then that objective has not been achieved.”

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Technology

Digital payments driving Nigeria’s $11bn food service industry

Digital payments driving Nigeria’s $11bn food service industry

A new study has revealed that digital payment infrastructure is transforming Nigeria’s food service industry, helping businesses overcome operational challenges

STEM Africa Fest targets next generation of innovators with hands-on AI, robotics learning

STEM Africa Fest targets next generation of innovators with hands-on AI, robotics learning

By Juliet Umeh Organisers of STEM Africa Fest have said this year’s edition will equip African children with practical skills in artificial intelligence, AI, robotics and other emerging technologies to prepare them as the continent’s next generation of innovators and problem solvers. The organisers described the event as Africa’s largest STEM festival for children, announcing […]

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Nigeria, UK partner to boost startup growth through innovation clusters

By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria and the United Kingdom have partnered to strengthen the country’s startup ecosystem through the launch of the Nigeria Innovation Cluster Exchange, NICE, a national initiative designed to connect innovation hubs, research institutions and entrepreneurship support organisations, ESOs, across the country. The initiative, funded by the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub under the UK […]

Telcables launches sovereign AI infrastructure to boost Nigeria’s digital economy

Telcables launches sovereign AI infrastructure to boost Nigeria’s digital economy

By Florencemary Nwabueze Telecommunications and cloud infrastructure provider, Telcables, a subsidiary of Angola Cables, has launched locally hosted cloud and artificial intelligence, AI, infrastructure in Nigeria aimed at strengthening data sovereignty, enhancing cybersecurity and supporting the country’s growing digital economy. The company said the new infrastructure would enable businesses to store and process data within […]

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Education

FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate

FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate

“I am directed to convey the Minister of Education’s approval of N50,000 as the new examination fee for candidates with effect from SSCE internal 2027”

Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct

Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct

Teachers have been handicapped in disciplining students by government policies and societal tendencies. We have lost our value system and the centre can no longer hold

Nigerian school shortlisted for global prize

Nigerian school shortlisted for global prize

By Elizabeth Osayande In a remarkable achievement,  Slum2School Green Academy, located in Epe, Lagos State, has been named among the Top 10 shortlists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Established by T4 Education in 2022 in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, these five global education awards aim to showcase schools making […]

UNILAG MSA holds 2nd annual Ladies’ Day 

UNILAG MSA holds 2nd annual Ladies’ Day 

By Elizabeth Osayande The second edition of the University of Lagos Management Students Association, MSA, Ladies’ Day has held, with keynote speaker Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga urging students to find ways to lead purposeful lives. Speaking at the event held at Tayo Aderinokun Hall, Belo-Olusoga, who is also the Chairman of MTN Foundation, spoke on the theme: […]

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