‘Fubara’s grave mistake’ – Wike
“In politics, you have to be careful. There are those who want you to succeed and there are those who are not happy. Not everybody has the opportunity that you have been given"
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Videos: Peller, Jarvis begin married life after colourful traditional wedding
The couple completed traditional marriage rites before family members, friends and several celebrities after weeks of anticipation surrounding their wedding.
09:48 pm
WHO reports largest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has intensified, becoming the largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded in the country, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said.
09:36 pm
13 dead after small tourist plane crashes in Peru
At least 13 people died when a small plane carrying tourists to view Peru’s famed Nazca Lines archaeological site crashed, police said Saturday.
08:51 pm
Ogun PDP accuses TESCOM of mobilising teachers to attend Yayi meeting
The media office of the Ogun State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate has accused the state government of allegedly politicising the education sector, following a directive purportedly requiring public school teachers and head teachers to attend a meeting with the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Adeola aka Yayi.
08:46 pm
Tinubu mourns with Olubadan, Makinde over Oloye Alabi’s death
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Oloye Lekan Alabi, a veteran journalist and public relations icon, on Saturday in Lagos at the age of 76.
08:44 pm
I’ll continue to guarantee freedom of religion – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s continued commitment to guaranteeing freedom of religion as entrenched in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
07:53 pm
Nigeria needs leaders who respect public office – Tunde Bakare
Bakare, the Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC) said that he remained confident that a Nigeria that works would emerge in his lifetime.
07:32 pm
Veteran journalist, ex-Oyo gov’s spokesman Lekan Alabi dies at 76
Veteran journalist, renowned public relations practitioner and former Chief Press Secretary to several Oyo State governors, Oloye Lekan Alabi, is dead.
06:57 pm
Jang shaped my political journey, says Gov Mutfwang
Mutfwang stated this at the public presentation of Jang’s autobiography, “From Soldiering to Politics: Here I Stand,” held as part of activities marking the former governor’s 80th birthday in Jos.
06:52 pm
Crisis looms as FCDA authorises metal market inside 3 Karsana estates
A major test of power play will be brought to bear on Sunday, when scrap metal dealers begin trading in a new market they have built on the perimeter fence of Mabglobal Estate in Karsana, which houses about 700 homes and many families.
Politics
Obasanjo still angry over failed 3rd term bid – Atiku
Atiku Abubakar, has fired back at former President Olusegun Obasanjo, insisting that his latest attack is rooted in lingering bitterness over the collapse of his third-term agenda years ago
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Army rescues abducted lieutenant colonel, civilian in Enugu
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued a kidnapped senior military officer, Lt.-Col. Ofor Amobi, and a civilian, Mr Ikechukwu Onwuanra, after a 10-day joint search-and-rescue operation in Enugu State.
Osun election
Osun 2026: Governorship debate cancelled over candidates’ absence
As the Osun State August 15 governorship election takes place within two weeks, candidates of major political parties have been evading public debates.
Metro
Thousands begin journey home from Morocco border with Spain
The Spanish government announced on Friday evening that at least 48,000 of the 60,000 people who entered Ceuta in recent days had returned to Morocco.
Entertainment
Videos: Peller, Jarvis begin married life after colourful traditional wedding
The couple completed traditional marriage rites before family members, friends and several celebrities after weeks of anticipation surrounding their wedding.
ICYMI
Veteran journalist, ex-Oyo gov’s spokesman Lekan Alabi dies at 76
Veteran journalist, renowned public relations practitioner and former Chief Press Secretary to several Oyo State governors, Oloye Lekan Alabi, is dead.
Business
Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte
The rapid growth in digital finance is outpacing public confidence in the financial ecosystem, prompting the Bridgforte Centre for Global Impact to launch a new governance framework and the Trust Lab to strengthen trust in platform-led finance.
Sports
Welbeck joins Chelsea on two-year contract
Chelsea have signed striker Danny Welbeck from Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on a contract running until 2028.
Special Report
Gowon’s book of barefaced lies
Colonel Zakari Maimalari was to lead the northern group of officers to restore the dignity of the northern-led Federal Government
Untold story behind 124,000 repentant terrorists, soldiers who paid supreme price
According to the President, more than 124,000 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters and their dependants have laid down their arms through Operation Safe Corridor since 2023.
Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency
YET, consider this: Right inside the major car park on inner Marina on Lagos Island, stretching from directly opposite the UBA Headquarters Building to the Old Kingsway Building (just before Oando gas station), is a public toilet. Five years ago, it had eight pit latrines and four urinaries. The stench oozing forth from inside is […]
‘Operation Safe Corridor’ under the spotlight: Success, failure, search for accountability
“So it creates this uneven approach where the perpetrators get full government attention, while the victims are left to languish in IDP camps.”
Technology
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 […]
Dangote, Zenith, others make 2026 Top 50 Companies of Impact list
By Juliet Umeh Dangote Industries Limited, Zenith Bank Plc, Wema Bank Plc and several other organisations have been named among The Industry Newspaper’s 2026 Top 50 Nigerian Companies of Impact for their contributions to economic growth, innovation and national development. The annual ranking, now in its fourth edition, recognises companies that have demonstrated resilience despite […]
Aptech, Middlesex University offer Nigerian students 50% scholarships on data analytics, 3D Animation
By Islamiyyah Adekanbi Nigerian students wish-ing to make a career in some information technology fields, including Computing and Data Analytics, Animation or 3D Animation for Games and Films may have the opportunity to do so easily and cost effectively because an IT training institution, Aptech, is slashing the cost by 50 per cent. The initiative […]
Education
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”
WAEC drags NASU to court over strike; NYCN, union differ on causes
The petitioner claimed WAEC CEO was being targeted because he is a northerner leading an organisation populated by staff from South-West
Wrong to assume all women sleep upward — Lafiaji-Okuneye, LASUED VC
‘They will say: “Oh, you see? To be a VC, do you know how many people that one had to sleep with?” But you don’t have to be discouraged’
Parents, teachers, must build responsible future leaders — Isamotu
By Adesina Wahab Public relations practitioner and education advocate, Moshood Isamotu, has called for stronger collaboration between parents, schools and students, describing the relationship as the foundation for raising responsible citizens and building a prosperous nation. Speaking at the 2025/2026 Graduation Ceremony of Mayode Schools, Lasunwon Estate, Ikorodu, on Friday, Isamotu said no child could attain […]