25 children from Kebbi, Kwara, Niger died in terrorists’ captivity — Lawmaker
“The terrorists asked the youths who among them would like to join their army and 12 of them volunteered to join them"
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Snakebite deaths: FG gives Benue 100 vials of anti-snake venom
The intervention is aimed at reducing illness and deaths associated with snakebites, while easing the financial burden on victims and their families due to the high cost of anti-snake venom.
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Osun 2026: Strengths and weaknesses of Adeleke, Oyebamiji, Salaam as voters head to polls
Although Adeleke is incumbent, his two main challengers are far from newcomers in Osun politics. Both possess extensive political histories
11:50 am
Senegal intensifies crackdown on homosexuality, charges 71
In March, Senegal passed a new law doubling the penalties for homosexual relations, which are now punishable by five to ten years in jail.
11:40 am
Navy recovers 24,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy, in a sustained offensive against crude oil theft and illegal bunkering under Operation Delta Sentinel, has recovered approximately 24,000 litres of product suspected to be stolen crude oil in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State.
11:03 am
An appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians: Stop the NFF elections, please! By Segun Odegbami
On March 22, 1998, I was officially decorated with the honour and title of ‘Sports Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria’ in Abuja by the then Minister of Sports. It was in addition to a previous national honour of ‘Member of the Order of the Niger’, MON. I take both honours very seriously. They […]
10:56 am
Out from prison, Nigeria’s Daga bounces back
Rape accusations can be career-threatening and make life unbearable for a footballer. Remember the recent cases of Benjamin Mendy, the French World Cup winner, and Thomas Partey of Ghana.
10:47 am
Imo monarch’s murder: 5 suspects arrested, gang kingpin killed in shootout
The Force headquarters disclosed on Saturday that Police operatives have recorded a breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the murder of HRH Eze Barrister Paulinus Ekwueme, Ochia I of Ochia Kingdom, and five others in Ohaji/Egbema, Imo State.
10:44 am
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
10:36 am
10 phones with the quality cameras in 2026, excluding iPhones
Smartphone cameras have become remarkably powerful, with manufacturers increasingly competing on sensor size, megapixel counts, optical zoom and computational photography.
10:23 am
Gov. Alia announces plans to close IDP camps in Benue
Gov. Hyacinth Alia has announced plans to close some Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Benue as a result of improved security in the state.
Politics
Imo 2027: Can Uzodimma break 27-year-old jinx?
The first governor of the state in the current republic, Chief Achike Udenwa, failed to install a successor at the end of his two-term of eight years in 2007
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Ex-Oyo City Boy coordinator quits movement, vows support for Tinubu, 2027 bid
By Adeola Badru The former Oyo State Coordinator of the City Boy Movement, Ahmed Ajibola, popularly known as General H, has resigned from the group, citing differences over the direction of its state structure. Ajibola, however, said his resignation had not affected his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, […]
Osun election
Osun Decides: Election is not warfare, stop militarising it — Accord tells FG
"Accord demands the immediate resignation of the EFCC chairman. For embarrassing the President, the Party, the Government and people of Osun State and fellow citizens"
Metro
From ‘Global Textile City’ to study tours in Benin Republic: The shame of Nigeria
It is sobering to see the Vice President of Nigeria lead a team of Governors to the Benin Republic to study the operations of a textile mill
Entertainment
50 years, one stage as Daddy Showkey lights up Eko Hotels tomorrow
By Benjamin Njoku All roads lead to Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island this Sunday evening as music icon Daddy Showkey marks 50 years on stage with a star-studded anniversary concert. Tagged ““The Journey! My 50 Years on Stage as an Entertainer”, the show promises to be a full-circle moment for the ‘Galala’ pioneer, whose […]
ICYMI
Inspector Omogbai: Doing policing with motherly love
Justina Omogbai got enlisted in the Police 24 years ago and has risen through the ranks to become an Inspector in the Traffic Department
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
An appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians: Stop the NFF elections, please! By Segun Odegbami
On March 22, 1998, I was officially decorated with the honour and title of ‘Sports Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria’ in Abuja by the then Minister of Sports. It was in addition to a previous national honour of ‘Member of the Order of the Niger’, MON. I take both honours very seriously. They […]
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”