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‘I’m bulldozer, not afraid of FG, governors backing APC candidate’ — Adeleke

‘I’m bulldozer, not afraid of FG, governors backing APC candidate’ — Adeleke

'Those governors are my friends. I am a civilised administrator. They won’t vote; they can only come and dance, and after the election, we will meet'
Babangida, Disu, Osoba headline Vanguard 40-year chronology launch

Babangida, Disu, Osoba headline Vanguard 40-year chronology launch

Ibadan meeting: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso still have opportunity for grand alliance — Ologbondiyan

2027: Atiku, Obi, Duke’s alliance, exercise in futility — Tinubu’s men

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Jeff Bezos could become world’s first trillionaire by 2026

Liverpool fans seek clarity on Bezos bid to buy stake

Bezos is one of the world’s richest men, with a fortune estimated by Forbes magazine at more than $280 billion, while Saverin’s wealth is put at $33 billion.

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Salary hike: Tinubu should ensure direct transfer for military – Ndume

Salary hike: Tinubu should ensure direct transfer for military – Ndume

Former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving salary increases for about 250,000 personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces, saying the move will go a long way to boost the morale of troops.

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ECOWAS

ECOWAS to offer $65,000 to Nigerian startups — How to apply

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has opened applications for its 2026 Startup Awards, with a total cash prize of $65,000 up for grabs among the top three startups.

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NFF apologises to President Tinubu, Nigerians over WAFCON setback

NFF apologises to President Tinubu, Nigerians over WAFCON setback

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a formal apology to the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria following the Super Falcons’ failure to secure direct qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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UEFA Super Cup: PSG, Aston Villa set to clash as Somali referee Artan makes history

UEFA Super Cup: PSG, Aston Villa set to clash as Somali referee Artan makes history

Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa will battle for the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg, Austria, on Wednesday, with Somali referee Omar Artan set to become the first non-European official to take charge of the prestigious fixture.

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Former OnlyFans model sentenced to six years for killing Nigerian man

Former OnlyFans model sentenced to six years for killing Nigerian man

Former OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the 2022 killing of her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli, in Miami, Florida.

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I introduced state policing in Senate — Adeleke

I introduced state policing in Senate — Adeleke

By Nwafor Sunday, Online News Editor OSOGBO — Accord Party governorship candidate in the Osun State governorship election, Ademola Adeleke, has said he was among those who introduced the idea of state policing in the Senate, expressing confidence that the initiative would work if implemented in the state. Adeleke stated this on Tuesday during the […]

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‘Oyetola behind freezing of Osun account’, Adeleke alleges

‘Oyetola behind freezing of Osun account’, Adeleke alleges

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has alleged that his predecessor Gboyega Oyetola was behind the freezing of the state government’s account by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

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Former-Vice-President-Atiku-Abubakar

2027: Atiku raises concern over outdated BVAS

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns over the alleged use of an outdated operating system on the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), warning that it could pose cybersecurity and operational risks ahead of the 2027 general elections. Paul Ibe disclosed this on his Facebook handle on Tuesday. Atiku, the presidential candidate of the […]

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Bashar al-Assad

Syria sentences Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia over atrocities

It is the first such ruling under Syria’s transitional leaders who ousted Assad in December 2024, vowing to provide justice and accountability for crimes committed under his rule.

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Politics

Davido calls on Trump, international community to monitor Osun election

Davido calls on Trump, international community to monitor Osun election

The singer said growing concerns over possible violence, intimidation and disruption of the electoral process had made international attention necessary.
Ibadan summit

2027: G100 leader admits persuading Obi, Atiku to work together difficult

Ibadan meeting: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso still have opportunity for grand alliance — Ologbondiyan

2027: Atiku, Obi, Duke’s alliance, exercise in futility — Tinubu’s men

Osun election: Atiku, Aregbesola storm Osogbo for Najeem Salaam

Osun election: Atiku, Aregbesola storm Osogbo for Najeem Salaam

Ibadan meeting: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso still have opportunity for grand alliance — Ologbondiyan

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde meet Aug. 18, seek to unite against Tinubu

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

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BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

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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

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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Nigerian newspapers

Nigerian newspapers review: Why we planned coup against Tinubu – Col Ma’aji

In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Nigerian Army Colonel, Mohammed Ma’aji, who is accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, saying his actions were driven by patriotism and frustration over what he described as worsening conditions in the country.
ASUU orders 20 varsities to prepare for strike, gives FG, states 14-day ultimatum

ASUU orders 20 varsities to prepare for strike, gives FG, states 14-day ultimatum

TSC ROW: Unions disrupt Air Peace operations, strand passengers

TSC ROW: Unions disrupt Air Peace operations, strand passengers

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 11, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 11, 2026

US visa

Trump administration revokes over 175,000 visas in major enforcement sweep

Osun election

I introduced state policing in Senate — Adeleke

I introduced state policing in Senate — Adeleke

By Nwafor Sunday, Online News Editor OSOGBO — Accord Party governorship candidate in the Osun State governorship election, Ademola Adeleke, has said he was among those who introduced the idea of state policing in the Senate, expressing confidence that the initiative would work if implemented in the state. Adeleke stated this on Tuesday during the […]
‘I’m bulldozer, not afraid of FG, governors backing APC candidate’ — Adeleke

‘I’m bulldozer, not afraid of FG, governors backing APC candidate’ — Adeleke

Why I deserve another term in Osun — Adeleke

Why I deserve another term in Osun — Adeleke

Osun election: APC jealous of me because they can’t dance  —  Adeleke

Osun election: APC jealous of me because they can’t dance — Adeleke

Osun Election: Opposition must unite against APC — Momodu

Osun Election: Opposition must unite against APC — Momodu

Metro

‘I WANT TO BE A NURSE’:  Trafficked Delta girl finds hope after escaping Abidjan prostitution ring

‘I WANT TO BE A NURSE’:  Trafficked Delta girl finds hope after escaping Abidjan prostitution ring

Her rescue began with a viral video. In the footage, which circulated widely on social media, an unidentified interviewer found the young Nigerian on the streets of Abidjan and began asking questions to establish her identity and trace her family.
Delta federal roads: Gridlock, anguish as farmers, motorists groan 

Delta federal roads: Gridlock, anguish as farmers, motorists groan 

DEATH TRAP: Ovia bridge nightmare continues

DEATH TRAP: Ovia bridge nightmare continues

Troops ambush Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi, recover items

Troops ambush Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi, recover items

Police nab woman for allegedly stabbing mother-in-law to death in Niger

Woman allegedly stabs husband to death in Abia

Columns

Will the Delta Economic and Investment Summit deliver industries or another communique? By Ejiro Ofoye

Will the Delta Economic and Investment Summit deliver industries or another communique? By Ejiro Ofoye

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

House of chiefs should be the next, by Eric Teniola

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Beyond concrete: Enugu’s bet on talent and the future, by Dakuku Peterside

Beyond concrete: Enugu’s bet on talent and the future, by Dakuku Peterside

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Credit to northern governors for NNSTF, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

Credit to northern governors for NNSTF, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Louis Ogbeifun points oil workers, labour towards tomorrow, by Owei Lakemfa

Louis Ogbeifun points oil workers, labour towards tomorrow, by Owei Lakemfa

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How Nigerian governments encourage corruption, by Dele Sobowale

How Nigerian governments encourage corruption, by Dele Sobowale

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Whose time is it? By Patrick Omorodion

Whose time is it? By Patrick Omorodion

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Entertainment

Mo Abudu to open UK’s first-ever cinema hub for African, black films

Mo Abudu to open UK’s first-ever cinema hub for African, black films

Nigerian media mogul Mo Abudu has announced the opening of EbonyLife Place London, UK’s first-ever cinema hub exclusively for African and black films.
Tupac Shakur murder trial begins 30 years after rapper’s death

Tupac Shakur murder trial begins 30 years after rapper’s death

BBNaija Season 11: Neche emerges third HOH, Sultex picks Oyin for HOH Loft

BBNaija Season 11: Neche emerges third HOH, Sultex picks Oyin for HOH Loft

2Baba, Annie re-follow each other over a year after split

2Baba, Annie re-follow each other over a year after split

Tonto Dikeh launches New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle in Abuja

Tonto Dikeh launches New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle in Abuja

Promoted

Zedcrest Group Convenes Market Leaders to Navigate a New Era of Global Investing

Zedcrest Group Convenes Market Leaders to Navigate a New Era of Global Investing

Starbase Technologies Launches Yolly, a Wholesome Content Platform Rewarding Meaningful User Participation Through Watching, Streaming, and Creating

Starbase Technologies Launches Yolly, a Wholesome Content Platform Rewarding Meaningful User Participation Through Watching, Streaming, and Creating

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From “Smart Partner” to “Global Solution”: WAIC 2026 Shows Another Path Of AI Development

What Makes an Online Casino Feel Safe? The Technology Behind Secure Gambling

What Makes an Online Casino Feel Safe? The Technology Behind Secure Gambling

Videos

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

VIDEO: An accusation. A mob. A young life cut short

VIDEO: An accusation. A mob. A young life cut short

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

ICYMI

Nigerian Law School confirms student’s death at Lagos hostel

Nigerian Law School confirms student’s death at Lagos hostel

ABUJA — The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a student of its Enugu Campus who was undergoing the externship programme in Lagos. The student, who was temporarily accommodated at the Lagos Campus hostel for the duration of the programme, died after falling from the rooftop of the hostel in the early hours […]
ASUU orders 20 varsities to prepare for strike, gives FG, states 14-day ultimatum

ASUU orders 20 varsities to prepare for strike, gives FG, states 14-day ultimatum

Why we planned  coup against Tinubu —Col Ma’aji 

Why we planned  coup against Tinubu —Col Ma’aji 

UK radio broke rules in announcing King’s death

UK radio broke rules in announcing King’s death

FG sends Passport intervention team to UK to clear pending applications

FG sends Passport intervention team to UK to clear pending applications

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Is amnesty the name of an animal, place or thing?’

Cartoon: ‘Is amnesty the name of an animal, place or thing?’

Cartoon: ‘I don’t negotiate with terrorists, but let’s talk about 2027’

Cartoon: ‘I don’t negotiate with terrorists, but let’s talk about 2027’

Cartoon: 'The bet cut abi e no cut?'

Cartoon: ‘The bet cut abi e no cut?’

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Business

Safeguarding investors’ capital remains biggest post-listing challenge- AVA Capital 

Safeguarding investors’ capital remains biggest post-listing challenge- AVA Capital 

By Peter Egwuatu  THE Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, AVA Capital Plc, Mr. Kayode Fadahunsi has revealed that safeguarding investors’ capital remains the biggest post listing challenge. He added that preserving investor trust would be the company’s foremost priority, adding that the group seeks to strengthen governance, transparency and accountability while pursuing long-term growth as […]
Insurance recapitalisation:  Oyedele queries NAICOM over processing fee, payment into escrow account

Insurance recapitalisation:  Oyedele queries NAICOM over processing fee, payment into escrow account

NIMASA reiterates commitment to globally competitive maritime administration

NIMASA reiterates commitment to globally competitive maritime administration

Reps, NDIC seek stronger depositor protection after bank recapitalisation

Reps, NDIC seek stronger depositor protection after bank recapitalisation

Blackout in north

NERC sacks Kaduna DisCo board over N456bn debt, appoints administrator

Health

Reps move to compel FG to conduct census every 10yrs

14.5m children registered as Nigeria pushes for legal identity for every child

lassa fever

Lassa fever: 237 dead as fatality rate rises to 23.7%

ACPN: Integrate pharmacies into PHCs to decongest hospitals

ACPN: Integrate pharmacies into PHCs to decongest hospitals

NAN institutionalises quarterly fitness walks to boost staff wellness, productivity

NAN institutionalises quarterly fitness walks to boost staff wellness, productivity

Sports

Jeff Bezos could become world’s first trillionaire by 2026

Liverpool fans seek clarity on Bezos bid to buy stake

Bezos is one of the world's richest men, with a fortune estimated by Forbes magazine at more than $280 billion, while Saverin's wealth is put at $33 billion.
NFF apologises to President Tinubu, Nigerians over WAFCON setback

NFF apologises to President Tinubu, Nigerians over WAFCON setback

UEFA Super Cup: PSG, Aston Villa set to clash as Somali referee Artan makes history

UEFA Super Cup: PSG, Aston Villa set to clash as Somali referee Artan makes history

WAFCON Shame! More reasons Tinubu should act fast on football

WAFCON Shame! More reasons Tinubu should act fast on football

Nottingham Forest owner sues Crystal Palace over gun banner

Nottingham Forest owner sues Crystal Palace over gun banner

Relationships

Put your wife down at your peril!

Put your wife down at your peril!

Dear Bunmi, I know it sounds strange that at this time and age, there could be a virgin in her thirties but that’s exactly what I am

Dear Bunmi, I’m a virgin at 30; nervous with my boyfriend

How to handle the ‘teenage demon’ when it visits your children!

How to handle the ‘teenage demon’ when it visits your children!

Baby-hungry single women are the reason some men are having the snip!

Baby-hungry single women are the reason some men are having the snip!

Special Report

Jamb

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

Memoirs: How I confronted Joe Garba on his plot to overthrow me — Gowon

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

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

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.”

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Technology

Samsung to add real-time translation to smartphone model

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

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

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

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 […]

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Education

Funding Safe Schools Initiative: Will FME’s full control make any difference? 

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

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 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

JAMB

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”

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