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Coup: I acted out of patriotism, frustration with Nigeria — Colonel Ma’aji

Coup: I acted out of patriotism, frustration with Nigeria — Colonel Ma’aji

'I’m struggling to raise 5 children with my meager salary. I attended Army Day Secondary School. But today, how many of us afford to take our children to these schools'
I won’t become political godfather to my successor after 2027 – Makinde

I won’t become political godfather to my successor after 2027 – Makinde

Photos: Osun First Lady leads protest over alleged voter intimidation

Photos: Osun First Lady leads protest over alleged voter intimidation

latest news

10:19 pm
60% fee rise: Law School ignores Reps' order as new session begins 

How female student died on campus – Law school

The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a 23-year-old student, Faith Alayande, who fell from the rooftop of a hostel at its Lagos Campus while participating in an externship programme in the state.

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Trump insists Netanyahu relationship ‘very good’ despite Gaza disagreement

Trump insists Netanyahu relationship ‘very good’ despite Gaza disagreement

The Gaza plan was the latest stage in a US-brokered ceasefire announced in October that has reduced, but not ended, Israeli operations there.

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Navy raids militants camp in Bayelsa, arrests wanted kingpin’s associates

Navy raids militants camp in Bayelsa, arrests wanted kingpin’s associates

The Nigerian Navy has raided a suspected militant camp at Fununu Community in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State and arrested three gang members of a wanted kingpin.

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Photos: Wike holidays after 30 days of commissioning projects

Photos: Wike holidays after 30 days of commissioning projects

Wike, who previously served as governor of Rivers State, was appointed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory by President Bola Tinubu in August 2023.

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Rev. John Joseph Hayab

CAN condemns Sheikh’s ‘infidel’ comment on Muslim-Muslim ticket

Rev Hayab said the usage of the word is offensive and capable of deepening religious tension in the country.

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Troops arrest alleged kidnap commander in Enugu, recover rifles, cash

Troops arrest alleged kidnap commander in Enugu, recover rifles, cash

Troops of the 82 Division/Joint Task Force South East, Operation UDO KA, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services, have arrested a suspected commander of a kidnapping syndicate and recovered four AK-47 rifles, seven magazines and 133 rounds of ammunition from a forest hideout in Enugu State.

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US visa

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

The United States has announced the cancellation of more than 175,000 visas issued to foreign nationals during the administration of President Donald Trump, citing alleged violations of visa conditions, criminal conduct and national security concerns.

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Troops rescue 16 kidnapped victims in Kogi

Troops rescue 16 kidnapped victims in Kogi

The victims comprised six males, six females and four children, according to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday.

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Colombia earthquake death toll jumps to 111; president declares emergency

Colombia earthquake death toll jumps to 111; president declares emergency

Colombia’s newly inaugurated President Abelardo de la Espriella on Monday declared a state of emergency after a powerful earthquake struck the west of the country.

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Russia blocks only anti-war party from elections

Russia blocks only anti-war party from elections

Russia’s Supreme Court on Monday barred the country’s only anti-war party, Yabloko, from contesting September’s parliamentary elections.

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Politics

Osun election: Atiku, Aregbesola storm Osogbo for Najeem Salaam

Osun election: Atiku, Aregbesola storm Osogbo for Najeem Salaam

The duo stormed the campaign venue around 3:30pm along with Salaam and other party stalwarts, as well s supporters who escorted the convoy from Ilesa.
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

Babachir

‘Cheap product’, Babachir Lawal mocks Atiku’s presidential bid

It’s a charade – Aggrieved NDC members reject Utomi, Galadima reconciliation committee

It’s a charade – Aggrieved NDC members reject Utomi, Galadima reconciliation committee

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

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

Top Podcasts

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…

09:11 am
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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Without Tinubu’s reforms, subsidy could’ve hit ₦53tn, dollar ₦3,500 — NRS boss

Without Tinubu’s reforms, subsidy could’ve hit ₦53tn, dollar ₦3,500 — NRS boss

Adedeji said Tinubu inherited an economy burdened by an unsustainable subsidy regime, an underperforming oil sector and a narrow tax base.
President walks to office, eats once daily — NRS boss defends Tinubu

President walks to office, eats once daily — NRS boss defends Tinubu

Naira down to N1,405/$ in parallel market

Nigerian newspapers review: Only 6 banks pay N1.27trn dividends despite huge profits

‘I’ve never slept with another woman since I married my wife – Aregbesola

‘I’ve never slept with another woman since I married my wife – Aregbesola

Tinubu’s reforms, temporary pains, lasting gains — Onanuga

Tinubu’s reforms, temporary pains, lasting gains — Onanuga

Osun election

Why I’m qualified to govern Osun — ADC's Najeem Salaam

Why I’m qualified to govern Osun — ADC’s Najeem Salaam

Osun State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Najeem Salaam, has said his experience, exposure and development strategy qualify him to govern the state, promising to grow its economy and reduce its dependence on federal allocations.
Osun Election: Osun labour leaders defend Adeleke over N10,000 palliative

Osun Election: Osun labour leaders defend Adeleke over N10,000 palliative

Osun Election: Muslim scholars, imams endorse Oyebamiji

Osun Election: Muslim scholars, imams endorse Oyebamiji

Photos: Osun First Lady leads protest over alleged voter intimidation

Photos: Osun First Lady leads protest over alleged voter intimidation

Osun Election: Oyinlola-led PDP faction endorses APC candidate

Osun Election: Oyinlola-led PDP faction endorses APC candidate

Metro

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

Woman allegedly stabs husband to death in Abia

By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — A woman identified as Sarah Nwaorji has allegedly stabbed her husband, Innocent Nwaorji, to death in Aba, Abia State. The couple, who hail from Amaise Umuokereke-Ngwa community in Obingwa Local Government Area, reportedly resided around the Seven-Up Company area of Aba North Local Government Area, where the incident occurred. Vanguard […]
How hunger helps bandits get members in North - UN

Bandits demand N500,000 from Benue farmer before harvesting crops

Police probe death of Law School Student in Lagos hostel

Police probe death of Law School Student in Lagos hostel

Sokoto Teenager’s Death: Family demands justice, prosecution of suspects

Sokoto Teenager’s Death: Family demands justice, prosecution of suspects

Lightning

19-year-old struck dead by lightning in Enugu community

Columns

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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A black face and a thousand ships, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

A black face and a thousand ships, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

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Osun 2026: Between politics and law, by Tonnie Iredia

Osun 2026: Between politics and law, by Tonnie Iredia

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Obasanjo, Osoba, AD, and 2003 old men stale stuff, by Dele Sobowale

Obasanjo, Osoba, AD, and 2003 old men stale stuff, by Dele Sobowale

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Entertainment

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

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

The killing of Shakur, also known as 2Pac, is one of America's most celebrated cold cases, prompting endless debate among music fans over who did it and why.
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

Daddy Showkey celebrates 50 years in music, honours Vanguard, Danladi Bako, Harry B

Daddy Showkey celebrates 50 years in music, honours Vanguard, Danladi Bako, Harry B

Promoted

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

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Assetrise Holdings Launches AssetPremium Homes with 57 Residential Units to Drive Urban Regeneration

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

UK radio broke rules in announcing King’s death

UK radio broke rules in announcing King’s death

Radio Caroline, a former pirate radio that now mostly plays rock music, apologised in May after airing messages falsely announcing the monarch's death.
FG sends Passport intervention team to UK to clear pending applications

FG sends Passport intervention team to UK to clear pending applications

Obasanjo’s allegations against Atiku will collapse, says aide

Obasanjo’s allegations against Atiku will collapse, says aide

Joe Biden's cancer has spread into his bones - Hunter

Joe Biden’s cancer has spread into his bones – Hunter

Inspector Omogbai: Doing policing with motherly love

Inspector Omogbai: Doing policing with motherly love

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

$1trn economy: NACCIMA woos Chinese investors to boost industrialisation

$1trn economy: NACCIMA woos Chinese investors to boost industrialisation

By Yinka Kolawole The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has announced the third edition of its Business and Investment Forum in Guangzhou, China, as part of efforts to attract sustainable foreign direct investment (FDI) and support the Federal Government’s ambition of building a $1 trillion economy by 2030. The forum, […]
New tax law yet to end multiple levies — MAN

New tax law yet to end multiple levies — MAN

Nigeria’s FDI jumps 148% despite Africa’s investment decline

Nigeria’s FDI jumps 148% despite Africa’s investment decline

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

Nigerians are increasingly borrowing to build houses — CBN

SEC launches campaign to recover unclaimed dividends, inherited assets

SEC launches campaign to recover unclaimed dividends, inherited assets

Health

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

Mental health crisis: Fewer than 300 psychiatrists serve over 200m Nigerians — Sheikh

Mental health crisis: Fewer than 300 psychiatrists serve over 200m Nigerians — Sheikh

Sports

Carabao Cup second-round draw: Chelsea host Luton, Spurs face Charlton [Full list]

Carabao Cup second-round draw: Chelsea host Luton, Spurs face Charlton [Full list]

Premier League clubs non-active in European competition have officially discovered their fate following the completion of the Carabao Cup
Barcelona’s Araujo completes loan move to Liverpool

Barcelona’s Araujo completes loan move to Liverpool

UEFA threatens World Cup boycott if FIFA pushes private investor proposal

World Cup co-hosts US and Canada back statement criticising Infantino

Barcelona turn down PSG’s €40m offer for Torres

Barcelona turn down PSG’s €40m offer for Torres

6 countries that have qualified for every FIFA Women’s World Cup

6 countries that have qualified for every FIFA Women’s World Cup

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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