State Police: Tinubu to receive Executive Bill September 3 – Gbaja
He explained that before the Executive Bill is presented to the President, there would be a consultation on the completed draft
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Osun 2026: I’ll win if election is free and fair — Adeleke
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has expressed confidence in victory in the August 15 governorship election, if it is conducted in a free and fair manner.
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Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s ambassador to US
The sacking, announced by decree, happened however as Kyiv was lobbying Washington hard to obtain more Patriot air defence missiles to block Russian strikes.
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TSC dispute: AON dares aviation unions, warns against flight disruption
TSC is a statutory levy collected by airlines from passengers and remitted to the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA.
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NNPP drags INEC, seeks Abdulsalami committee’s intervention over candidates’ nomination
Crisis rocking the leadership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP has taken a new twist as a faction of the party has petitioned the National Peace Committee to urgently intervene over what it termed, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC’s refusal to recognise its authentic candidates and release the nomination portal access code required for the upload of their particulars ahead of the forthcoming general election.
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BBNaija 11: 19 housemates face eviction for week two [Full list]
Nineteen housemates are on the eviction list for the second week of BBNaija Season 11 after Monday’s nomination session.
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PFN President vows to defy proposed restriction on preaching
Oke described the measure as an attack on Christians’ constitutional and biblical responsibility to preach the gospel, insisting that members of the fellowship would resist its enforcement.
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Makinde knocks Tinubu’s economic policies, says Nigerians deserve better
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has criticised the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the removal of fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira have aggravated hardship and worsened the living conditions of Nigerians.
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Deputy Senate Minority Whip Rufai Hanga dumps NDC
In a resignation letter dated August 3 and addressed to the NDC ward chairman in Najeria ward, Nasarawa LGA of Kano State, Hanga said his resignation takes immediate effect.
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10 African countries leading in visa-free travel
Travelling across African countries has become easier for citizens of several countries as governments continue to adopt policies
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Osun poll: Uzodimma sets Thursday deadline for APC subcommittee resolutions
Uzodimma gave the directive on Monday while addressing members of the council at a meeting held at the Kano State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja.
Politics
Deputy Senate Minority Whip Rufai Hanga dumps NDC
In a resignation letter dated August 3 and addressed to the NDC ward chairman in Najeria ward, Nasarawa LGA of Kano State, Hanga said his resignation takes immediate effect.
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Atiku accuses Tinubu of mortgaging future oil earnings, demands full disclosure
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the President Bola Tinubu administration of mortgaging Nigeria's crude oil earnings through undisclosed financing arrangements, demanding full disclosure of the terms involved.
Osun election
Osun Election: Don’t allow a repeat of 1983 crisis – Adeleke warns Tinubu
..Says Osun won’t tolerate rigging By Shina Abubakar Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned President Bola Tinubu not to allow rigging the August 15 governorship election in the State or risk political violence as witnessed in 1983. The Governor, who was addressing party supporters at Orita-Sabo in Olorunda local government area of Osun […]
Metro
Ibadan content creator denies filming Oloolu Masquerade
The female TikTok content creator at the centre of controversy surrounding the annual Oloolu Masquerade Festival in Ibadan, Oyo State, has denied filming the sacred Oloolu masquerade and dismissed widespread social media speculation that she had died.
Entertainment
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BBNaija 11: 19 housemates face eviction for week two [Full list]
Nineteen housemates are on the eviction list for the second week of BBNaija Season 11 after Monday's nomination session.
ICYMI
Photos: Makinde, Fayemi, Oyinlola visit Obasanjo in Abeokuta
In a post on X, Makinde said discussions were based on key national issues ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Business
Soludo: Delta, Anambra should become Nigeria’s twin growth hubs
*Calls for post-summit investment partnerships*Proposes dress code for future investment summits to drive jobs By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor & Egufe Yafugborhi, Ochuko Akuopha ASABA—Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has called for deeper economic collaboration between Delta and Anambra states, describing both as natural “twin growth hubs” capable of driving regional prosperity, while urging […]
Sports
Full list of Nigeria’s 24 medalists at 2026 Commonwealth Games
Team Nigeria delivered a respectable performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, finishing seventh on the medals table with 24 medals.
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Special Report
Completing abandoned buildings for habitation carries major safety risks – Experts
Wooden buildings lasts 50 years. Brick, masonry, blocks, concrete and steel buildings, 50 years to 175 years, stone buildings, 100 years to 500 years
Gov Inuwa’s 7-year security record draws praise as stakeholders highlight preventive measures
Gombe State has largely remained insulated from the wave of insecurity ravaging many parts of Northern Nigeria
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.
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 […]