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Breaking: Court sentences three to life imprisonment over Orire school kidnapping

Breaking: Court sentences three to life imprisonment over Orire school kidnapping

Justice Salim Ibrahim convicted and sentenced the defendants, Abdulrazak Umar (a.k.a. Abu Khalifa/Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (a.k.a. Yunusa bin Musa), and Shamsu Adamu Sani (a.k.a. Abu Itisar), after they pleaded guilty to some of the allegations the Federal Government levelled against them.
Iran army vows continuous strikes if US doesn’t halt attacks

Iran army vows continuous strikes if US doesn’t halt attacks

NBA Election Controversy: Badejo-Okusanya braces for the storm, pledges reforms

NBA Election Controversy: Badejo-Okusanya braces for the storm, pledges reforms

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Customs warns Nigerians against fake recruitment update

Customs warns Nigerians against fake recruitment update

“Members of the public are advised to disregard the publication and rely only on information disseminated through the official communication channels of the NCS.

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Ghana president pushes for AU debate on S/Africa anti-migrant unrest

Ghana president pushes for AU debate on S/Africa anti-migrant unrest

Ghana’s President John Mahama Thursday doubled down on his call for the African Union to address recent waves of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa, which he said was “escalating”.

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Breaking: Court sentences three to life imprisonment over Orire school kidnapping

Breaking: Court sentences three to life imprisonment over Orire school kidnapping

Justice Salim Ibrahim convicted and sentenced the defendants, Abdulrazak Umar (a.k.a. Abu Khalifa/Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (a.k.a. Yunusa bin Musa), and Shamsu Adamu Sani (a.k.a. Abu Itisar), after they pleaded guilty to some of the allegations the Federal Government levelled against them.

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Guirassy lifts Dortmund past Augsburg ahead of Man City clash

Barca sign Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund for €29m

The Spanish champions have also made a bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, who is their primary target this summer.

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France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

Zinedine Zidane, although not named in the FFF statement, is the overwhelming favourite to succeed Didier Deschamps as France head coach.

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FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup

FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been named alongside former champions Italy and eight other countries expected to push for qualification for the 2030 FIFA World Cup after missing the recently concluded 2026 tournament.

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Brent oil nears $100 after surging 5% on Mideast attacks

Brent oil nears $100 after surging 5% on Mideast attacks

The price of main international oil contract, Brent North Sea, soared five percent Thursday after Houthi rebels claimed to have struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.

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Iran army vows continuous strikes if US doesn’t halt attacks

Iran army vows continuous strikes if US doesn’t halt attacks

The Iranian army said Thursday that it would continue its strikes around the region until the attacks on Iran stopped, state television reported.

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Tolu Arokodare

‘I’m only trying to do my job’ — Arokodare addresses Wolves row

“Throughout my career, I have always taken great pride in conducting myself professionally and maintaining the highest training standards,” Arokodare wrote.

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Atiku’s aide tackles Shehu Sani for condemning US lobbying against Tinubu

Atiku’s aide tackles Shehu Sani for condemning US lobbying against Tinubu

Reacting on his X account on Wednesday, Sani criticised the move, describing it as unpatriotic and capable of damaging Nigeria’s international standing.

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Politics

Fashola

‘I’m president at home’ – Fashola rules out presidential ambition

Reflecting on his over two decades in public service, the former Lagos governor described his career as an extraordinary privilege and expressed hope that his journey would inspire younger Nigerians.
‘War is over’  —  Fubara declares support for Tinubu, Wike’s Rainbow Coalition

‘War is over’  —  Fubara declares support for Tinubu, Wike’s Rainbow Coalition

‘Dead on arrival’- Ganduje says Obi-Kwankwaso ticket will fail in Kano

‘Dead on arrival’- Ganduje says Obi-Kwankwaso ticket will fail in Kano

Falz

Why I’ve never openly endorsed any politician or political party — Falz

Christian-Christian ticket will win Nigeria’s presidency one day — Gov Sule Abdullahi

Christian-Christian ticket will win Nigeria’s presidency one day — Gov Sule Abdullahi

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Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

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ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

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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

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UK withdraws diplomatic staff from Iran as Mideast war rages

UK withdraws diplomatic staff from Iran as Mideast war rages

President Donald Trump had warned earlier that one bridge or power plant would be destroyed for each ship shot at by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
Naira

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 23, 2026

Dangote Refinery resumes petrol loading in Naira at N1,215 per litre

Dangote Refinery resumes petrol loading in Naira at N1,215 per litre

Ndume

I never acted as intermediary between kidnappers and anyone — Ndume

Christian persecution: Trump vows to stand with Nigeria in anti-terror war

Christian persecution: Trump vows to stand with Nigeria in anti-terror war

World Cup 2026

Argentine FA says US didn’t detain president after World Cup final

Argentine FA says US didn’t detain president after World Cup final

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) did, however, acknowledge a US investigation into a third party with links to the association.
Cape Verde’s Vozinha makes list as FIFA unveils World Cup 2026 Best XI

Cape Verde’s Vozinha makes list as FIFA unveils World Cup 2026 Best XI

Biggest records set at FIFA World Cup 2026 [Full list]

Biggest records set at FIFA World Cup 2026 [Full list]

Full List: Real Madrid lead clubs with most goals at 2026 World Cup

Full List: Real Madrid lead clubs with most goals at 2026 World Cup

FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup

FIFA sends message to Nigeria ahead of 2030 World Cup qualifiers

Metro

₦480bn Meth factory trial: Court inspects Ogun drug lab, adjourns hearing to July 24

₦480bn Meth factory trial: Court inspects Ogun drug lab, adjourns hearing to July 24

Following the inspection, Justice Musa Kakaki adjourned further hearing in the matter till Friday, July 24,
Police lead payroll fraud list as ICPC exposes 908 ghost workers

Police lead payroll fraud list as ICPC exposes 908 ghost workers

Gunmen abduct two farmers in Ondo, demand N10m ransom

Gunmen abduct two farmers in Ondo, demand N10m ransom

FG urges states to ban wooden boats

20 Nigerians die in Camerounian boat mishap claims

Fake doctor nabbed in Calabar over N500,000 UCTH job scam

Fake doctor nabbed in Calabar over N500,000 UCTH job scam

Columns

Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

The superpower hiding in plain sight, by Ruth Oji

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Nigeria as Federal Republic of Asiwaju? Why not! By Ikechukwu Amaechi

Nigeria as Federal Republic of Asiwaju? Why not! By Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Olu Fasan

‘Fake’ agency: Tinubu’s amoral rule breeds impunity, abuse of power! By Olu Fasan

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What are the functions of ministries in a country? (Part 3), by Usman Sarki

What are the functions of ministries in a country? (Part 3), by Usman Sarki

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Nelson Mandela and ANC’s many failures, by Ochereome Nnanna

Nelson Mandela and ANC’s many failures, by Ochereome Nnanna

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Okoh Aihe

Taking care of the telecoms poor, by Okoh Aihe

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Why the NBA physician must first heal herself, by Rotimi Fasan

Why the NBA physician must first heal herself, by Rotimi Fasan

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Entertainment

Why I left my acting career and relocated abroad — Bukky Wright

Why I left my acting career and relocated abroad — Bukky Wright

Veteran Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has revealed that she stepped away from acting and relocated abroad to prioritise raising her children, saying she has no regrets about the decision.
Peller, Jarvis release pre-wedding photos ahead of wedding

Peller, Jarvis release pre-wedding photos ahead of wedding

World’s biggest YouTuber MrBeast weds partner on private island

World’s biggest YouTuber MrBeast weds partner on private island

DJ Chicken hails Seyi Tinubu as ‘Daddy’ after release from prison

DJ Chicken hails Seyi Tinubu as ‘Daddy’ after release from prison

Decomposed body in singer D4vd’s car was ‘unrecognizable’, court hears

Decomposed body in singer D4vd’s car was ‘unrecognizable’, court hears

Promoted

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An Open Letter To The Executive Governor Of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah

Crash Game Guide: How to Read the Pace, Manage Risk, and Play with a Clear Plan

Crash Game Guide: How to Read the Pace, Manage Risk, and Play with a Clear Plan

How Football Impacts Nigeria’s Youth Economically

How Football Impacts Nigeria’s Youth Economically

5 Best Online Casinos Australia 2026: Top Real Money Online Casinos For Aussie Players

5 Best Online Casinos Australia 2026: Top Real Money Online Casinos For Aussie Players

Videos

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

Xenophobia They Burned Down My Business;Had To Leave Wife And 3 Children Behind -Osita,S.A Returnee

Xenophobia They Burned Down My Business;Had To Leave Wife And 3 Children Behind -Osita,S.A Returnee

Xenophobia I Don’t Want To Die – Rita, South Africa Returnee Cancer Patient

Xenophobia I Don’t Want To Die – Rita, South Africa Returnee Cancer Patient

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

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

ICYMI

ECOWAS reaffirms plan to rollout ECO single currency in 2027

ECOWAS reaffirms plan to rollout ECO single currency in 2027

The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has reaffirmed its commitment to launching the long-awaited single regional currency, the ECO, in 2027. According to the regional body, this is a major step towards deeper economic integration, stronger regional trade and sustainable growth across West Africa. The decision was one of the major outcomes of […]
Tinubu approves new army battalion for Kwara

Tinubu approves new army battalion for Kwara

Kashim Shettima

Nigeria can’t scale $1trn economy on shaky terrain of weak governance — Shettima

Immigration

EFCC clears immigration CG Nandap of visa fraud probe

Four police officers detained over alleged extortion of ICPC chairman in Abuja

Four police officers detained over alleged extortion of ICPC chairman in Abuja

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Experience is the best teacher’

Cartoon: ‘Experience is the best teacher’

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

Cartoon: Nigerian politicians are chemistry professors

Cartoon: Nigerian politicians are chemistry professors

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Business

Dangote Refinery resumes petrol loading in Naira at N1,215 per litre

Dangote Refinery resumes petrol loading in Naira at N1,215 per litre

•As depots, filling stations adjust prices By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Dangote Petroleum Refinery has resumed gantry loading of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, in naira after a week suspension, ending uncertainty in the downstream sector over its temporary shift to dollar-denominated sales. Checks by Vanguard showed that the refinery has fixed […]
Nigeria leads in online gambling regulation

Nigeria leads in online gambling regulation

PenCom to refine investment framework, lunches 3 initiatives

PenCom to refine investment framework, lunches 3 initiatives

Femi Otedola increase stake in First HoldCo by N2.01bn

Femi Otedola raises First HoldCo stake to 21.96% worth N77.6bn

Naira down to N1,405/$ in parallel market

Private sector credit hits N83trn, as money supply surges

Health

NAFDAC begins nationwide seizure of sachet alcohol

NAFDAC begins nationwide seizure of sachet alcohol

Experts seek shift from autism awareness to acceptance as GTCO unveils 16th conference

Experts seek shift from autism awareness to acceptance as GTCO unveils 16th conference

Patient safety gets boost as Medilag Consult, Patient Academy seal pact against medical negligence

Patient safety gets boost as Medilag Consult, Patient Academy seal pact against medical negligence

Hidden hunger stealing Nigeria’s children before birth – Experts

Hidden hunger stealing Nigeria’s children before birth – Experts

Sports

Guirassy lifts Dortmund past Augsburg ahead of Man City clash

Barca sign Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund for €29m

The Spanish champions have also made a bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, who is their primary target this summer.
France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup

FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup

Tolu Arokodare

‘I’m only trying to do my job’ — Arokodare addresses Wolves row

Messi-less Miami beat Fire 3-2 to spoil Lewandowski’s MLS debut

Messi-less Miami beat Fire 3-2 to spoil Lewandowski’s MLS debut

Relationships

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

No regret for consoling his best friend’s fiancée!

Dear Bunmi, is it possible to orgasm together?

No fool like an old fool!

No fool like an old fool!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

Special Report

WAEC

SSCE fee hike: Examination bodies would have generated N175bn annually — Investigation

By Joseph Erunke& Elizabeth Osayande If the Federal Government had not reversed the proposed N50,000 registration fee per candidate for the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination conducted by the West African Examinations Council, WAEC, and the National Examinations Council, NECO, the examination bodies would have been able to generate more than N175 billion annually. An analysis […]

Can Agriculture Replace Crude? Experts reveal path to Nigeria’s export revival

Can Agriculture Replace Crude? Experts reveal path to Nigeria’s export revival

By Cynthia Alo For more than five decades, crude oil has remained the dominant pillar of Nigeria’s economy, displacing agriculture from the position it once occupied as the country’s major source of revenue and foreign exchange. However, with the global shift towards cleaner energy and growing concerns over the sustainability of oil dependence, experts are […]

2027 Elections: Church leaders mobilise voters, reject money politics, demand responsible participation

2027 Elections: Church leaders mobilise voters, reject money politics, demand responsible participation

By Olayinka Latona Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria have intensified calls for massive voter participation, rejection of money politics and greater involvement of citizens in choosing leaders, while insisting that the Church must remain non-partisan but actively engaged in promoting good governance. From Pentecostal fellowships to the Catholic Church and […]

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

How habits, water you drink, hidden toxins, self-medication fuel kidney crisis

…Most patients arrive when kidneys have failed — NMADU…OYEWALE: Painkillers, herbal mixtures silently destroy organs…Water contains harmful heavy metals — YEMITAN…ODUBANJO: Education, early screening remain best defense By Chioma Obinna Three mornings every week, Uche Oke left home before dawn, clutching a small bag that had become as familiar to him as his own shadow. […]

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Technology

Aptech bridges digital skills gap @national convocation of tech professionals in Lagos

Aptech bridges digital skills gap @national convocation of tech professionals in Lagos

By Prince Osuagwu AS Nigeria intensifies efforts to bridge digital skills gap and build a globally competitive technology workforce, Aptech Nigeria is celebrating the achievements of its graduates while strengthening industry-academia collaboration and alumni engagement. The celebration will happen at its national convocation, on August 8, 2026, at the Sheraton Lagos. Aptech expects the ceremony […]

Remote work reshapes Nigeria’s tech workforce, widens global opportunities

Remote work reshapes Nigeria’s tech workforce, widens global opportunities

By Juliet UmehRemote work, once viewed as a temporary response to the COVID-19 pandemic, has evolved into a defining feature of Nigeria’s technology ecosystem, changing how professionals work, how companies recruit talent and how salaries are determined. For thousands of Nigerian software developers, designers, digital marketers and data analysts, geography is no longer a barrier […]

GAME ON: What Innovation minister, Ude, plans to do @ Enugu games conference

GAME ON: What Innovation minister, Ude, plans to do @ Enugu games conference

By Prince Osuagwu It will be game -on, in the morning of July, 30, 2026, when the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, mounts the podium at the International Conference Centre, ICC, Enugu, to discuss the innovations technology has brought into the gaming world which is now worth over $197billion The Minister […]

NAS tasks youths on skills, empowers 10

12 Nigerian startups to access $350,000 funding under iDICE Growth Lab

By Juliet UmehNo fewer than 12 high-potential Nigerian startups are set to access funding of up to $350,000 under the Growth Lab accelerator programme of the iDICE Startup Bridge initiative. The programme, an initiative of the Federal Government’s Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises, iDICE, Programme implemented by the Bank of Industry, BOI, has opened […]

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Education

AAU

AAU Alumni President launches global appeal to complete Records Centre

By Joseph Erunke The Worldwide President of the Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Alumni Association, Dr. Clifford Imade Omozeghian, has launched a global appeal to graduates of the institution to rally financial support for the completion of the association’s Examination and Records Building Project, describing the initiative as a legacy that will transform academic records management […]

WAEC

SSCE fee hike: Examination bodies would have generated N175bn annually — Investigation

By Joseph Erunke& Elizabeth Osayande If the Federal Government had not reversed the proposed N50,000 registration fee per candidate for the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination conducted by the West African Examinations Council, WAEC, and the National Examinations Council, NECO, the examination bodies would have been able to generate more than N175 billion annually. An analysis […]

TranESS C&I launches youth energy talent programme

TranESS C&I launches youth energy talent programme

By Elizabeth Osayande  TranESS C&I, the commercial and industrial energy storage business unit of Transsion Holdings, has reinforced its commitment to Nigeria’s education and clean energy sectors through the launch of a Youth Talent in Energy Storage Programme and the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al-Ansar Foundation. The announcements were made during […]

MOUAU clears air on recruitment controversy, exonerates VC, blames past administration

MOUAU clears air on recruitment controversy, exonerates VC, blames past administration

By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), has defended the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ursula Ngozi Akanwa, against allegations surrounding the institution’s controversial recruitment exercise, attributing the crisis to the immediate past administration for exceeding the approved recruitment quota. The university said Prof. Akanwa neither supervised nor influenced the […]

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