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Obi breached protocol, we’re not aware of his visit — Benue Govt

Obi breached protocol, we’re not aware of his visit — Benue Govt

…Govt: No official notification, security arrangement for NDC candidate By Nwafor Sunday Polycarp MAKURDI — The Benue State Government has denied knowledge of a visit to the state by the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, following reports that his convoy was allegedly blocked by youths. The Chief Press Secretary to […]
'You've had enough; someone handsome raped you' - Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

‘You’ve had enough; someone handsome raped you’ – Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

Obi breached protocol, we’re not aware of his visit — Benue Govt

Obi breached protocol, we’re not aware of his visit — Benue Govt

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‘Diversify funding or stagnate’ – Education Minister reads riot act to varsities

‘Diversify funding or stagnate’ – Education Minister reads riot act to varsities

“Government funding is not enough. Universities live, function and excel on blended funding,” Alausa declared

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Nigerians Ganiyu, Somoye arrested over scheme to sell green cards, citizenship for cash

Nigerians Ganiyu, Somoye arrested over scheme to sell green cards, citizenship for cash

Two Nigerians, Lukman Owolabi Ganiyu, a former senior immigration services officer with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and Adeniyi Akeem Somoye, have been arrested in the United States over an alleged scheme to receive illegal payments in exchange for manipulating and expediting immigration applications.

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IPOB questions continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu

IPOB questions continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu

— Group urges Court of Appeal to hear his pending appeal By Chimaobi Nwaiwu NNEWI — The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has questioned the continued detention of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, and called for the speedy hearing of his appeal at the Court of Appeal. The group also raised questions over the legal […]

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El-Rufai: MBF backs Musa, demands probe into alleged bandit payments

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has expressed solidarity with the Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd), over his recent comments concerning the administration of former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, demanding an independent investigation into allegations of payments to bandits during the former governor’s tenure. The forum […]

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Prince Harry, Meghan ‘surprised’ by King Charles’ announcement

Prince Harry, Meghan ‘surprised’ by King Charles’ announcement

King Charles has reaffirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals, with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly “surprised” that they were not informed about the clarification before it was made public.

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Osun poll: APC files withdrawal notice over controversial petition

Osun poll: APC files withdrawal notice over controversial petition

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State has filed a notice of withdrawal before the Election Petition Tribunal against its controversial petition against Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election.

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Covid

8 countries where nurses earn the highest salaries

Nurses are among the most sought-after healthcare professionals globally, but salaries vary widely depending on factors such as experience, specialty, qualifications, location and employer.

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2027: APC govt has done nothing for South-East, Peter Obi our only hope — Dan Ulasi

2027: APC govt has done nothing for South-East, Peter Obi our only hope — Dan Ulasi

According to him, Obi could secure at least 90 per cent of the votes in the region in 2027, as many voters believe the Federal Government has failed to address the South-East’s developmental concerns.

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Don’t just focus on profits, Tinubu tells banks

Don’t just focus on profits, Tinubu tells banks

President Bola Tinubu has challenged Nigerian banks to rethink their approach to risk and play a more active role in driving economic growth and improving the welfare of Nigerians, insisting that strong profits alone are no longer enough.

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'You've had enough; someone handsome raped you' - Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

‘You’ve had enough; someone handsome raped you’ – Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

‘When he finished, he turned around and said, “I think you’ve had enough now. At least you have been raped by someone good-looking”,’

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2027: APC govt has done nothing for South-East, Peter Obi our only hope — Dan Ulasi

2027: APC govt has done nothing for South-East, Peter Obi our only hope — Dan Ulasi

According to him, Obi could secure at least 90 per cent of the votes in the region in 2027, as many voters believe the Federal Government has failed to address the South-East’s developmental concerns.
SDP

2027: Oyo SDP changes gov candidate, rules out political negotiation

Peter Obi arrives Jos, set to visit Mangu attack victims

Peter Obi arrives Jos, set to visit Mangu attack victims

Ortom accuses Gov Alia of running Benue with lies, hypocrisy

Ortom accuses Gov Alia of running Benue with lies, hypocrisy

2027: ‘Let’s compete on ideas, not divisive politics’ - Obi tells contestants

2027: ‘Let’s compete on ideas, not divisive politics’ - Obi tells contestants

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…

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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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Step-to-step: How Nigerians abroad can renew passports without visiting embassy

Step-to-step: How Nigerians abroad can renew passports without visiting embassy

Nigerians living abroad can now renew their passports without visiting an embassy for biometric enrolment through the new contactless passport application system.
St. Kitts, Nevis bags world’s best citizenship investment programme

Nigerian newspapers review: Foreign investors pull out N266bn from Nigeria in 3 yrs

Dangote Refinery IPO: 10 things Nigerian investors must know before buying

Dangote Refinery IPO: 10 things Nigerian investors must know before buying

We'll build refinery in East Africa if ... - Dangote

Dangote Refinery IPO: 10 steps to buy shares for N5,250

Naira

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, September 8, 2026

Metro

'You've had enough; someone handsome raped you' - Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

‘You’ve had enough; someone handsome raped you’ – Nigerian migrant Gift Oladele tells British girl

'When he finished, he turned around and said, "I think you've had enough now. At least you have been raped by someone good-looking",'
Concession of King’s College: Parents mobilise for protest

Concession of Kings College: Parents threaten to shut down unity colleges

Police bust child trafficking syndicate in Oyo, rescue 17 children

Police bust child trafficking syndicate in Oyo, rescue 17 children

Benue bans extra lessons, phone use, tightens rules in schools

Benue bans extra lessons, phone use, tightens rules in schools

Building collapses in Abuja hours after FCTA sealing

Building collapses in Abuja hours after FCTA sealing

Columns

2027: Will Nigerians vote for survival or politics? By Ejiro Ofoye

2027: Will Nigerians vote for survival or politics? By Ejiro Ofoye

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Beyond the ribbon: The questions Nigeria’s 2027 campaign must answer, by Dakuku Peterside

Beyond the ribbon: The questions Nigeria’s 2027 campaign must answer, by Dakuku Peterside

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

House of chiefs should be the next (5), by Eric Teniola

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Nigeria’s PPP Moment: From abandoned projects to assets that work

Nigeria in a new Middle East, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

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The Ogbeni years: Reporting a politician to history, by Owei Lakemfa

The Ogbeni years: Reporting a politician to history, by Owei Lakemfa

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FG and Umahi’s roads to hell – 2, by Dele Sobowale

FG and Umahi’s roads to hell – 2, by Dele Sobowale

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G100: Let our politicians be, by Tonnie Iredia

G100: Let our politicians be, by Tonnie Iredia

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Entertainment

Burna Boy, Shakira’s “Dai Dai” hits 1 billion YouTube views

Burna Boy, Shakira’s “Dai Dai” hits 1 billion YouTube views

Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy and Colombian singer Shakira have recorded a major milestone with their joint track, "Dai Dai".
BBNaija: Nomy disqualified from season 11 house

BBNaija: Nomy disqualified from season 11 house

BBNaija S11: Tram wins Head of House challenge for week 7

BBNaija S11: Tram wins Head of House challenge for week 7

‘My husband is a secure man’ – Mo Bimpe claps back at critics

‘My husband is a secure man’ – Mo Bimpe claps back at critics

Nollywood mourns actress Nimmy Ferrari

Nollywood mourns actress Nimmy Ferrari

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5 Best Aussie Australia – Trusted Real Money Sites with Instant AUD Withdrawals 

Why Cooling Is Becoming Critical for Serious Mobile Gamers: What the Infinix GT 50 Pro Is Bringing to the Game

Why Cooling Is Becoming Critical for Serious Mobile Gamers: What the Infinix GT 50 Pro Is Bringing to the Game

Chicken Republic, PieXpress Open First Outlet in Jos, Expand Presence to Plateau State

Chicken Republic, PieXpress Open First Outlet in Jos, Expand Presence to Plateau State

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Videos

Now that Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education will face national ranking

Now that Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education will face national ranking

People’s Talk : Fuel Subsidy ; to be or to be not?

People’s Talk : Fuel Subsidy ; to be or to be not?

I want to challenge Messi or Ronaldo; emerge World Best—Female freestyle juggler

I want to challenge Messi or Ronaldo; emerge World Best—Female freestyle juggler

Highlights from Vanguard alumni celebration of Uncle Sam, 40 years of Vanguard

Highlights from Vanguard alumni celebration of Uncle Sam, 40 years of Vanguard

ICYMI

Obi’s convoy attack: ‘Tinubu must caution govs against anti-democratic acts’ — Kwankwaso

Obi’s convoy attack: ‘Tinubu must caution govs against anti-democratic acts’ — Kwankwaso

“I further urge the president to caution state governors, particularly those in his party, against any actions that could undermine the sanctity of our democracy,” he added.
Burundians rush to leave Kenya after crackdown on businesses

Burundians rush to leave Kenya after crackdown on businesses

(Video) 2027: ‘Makinde is qualified to be President’ — Peter Obi

(Video) 2027: ‘Makinde is qualified to be President’ — Peter Obi

Dangote: Refinery’ll become world’s largest by 2028

Dangote: Refinery’ll become world’s largest by 2028

2027: ‘Tinubu has record; Obi only representing South-East’ — Prof Otubanjo

2027: ‘Tinubu has record; Obi only representing South-East’ — Prof Otubanjo

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Of executhieves and legislathieves

Cartoon: Of executhieves and legislathieves

Cartoon: "I'm Yesom but not weak, will rule for 60 years'

Cartoon: “I’m Yesom but not weak, we’ll rule for 100 years”

Cartoon: When Nigerian leadership hosts colleagues

Cartoon: When Nigerian leadership hosts colleagues

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Business

Dangote Refinery IPO: 10 things Nigerian investors must know before buying

Dangote Refinery IPO: 10 things Nigerian investors must know before buying

₦2.15trn potential figure makes the transaction impossible to ignore. But for investors, the more important question will ultimately be
NRS Reform: Inside the drive to build a smarter, simpler tax system

NRS Reform: Inside the drive to build a smarter, simpler tax system

Bank

PremiumTrust Bank gets dual credit rating upgrades

Nigeria’s China loan repayment

DMO offers two savings bonds for September subscription

NNPC profit

NNPC disowns oil tanker found with 2,145kg of cannabis

Health

NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame

NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame

NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame

NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame

SARMAAN reaches 16m children in 11 northern states

SARMAAN reaches 16m children in 11 northern states

NAFDAC

NAFDAC: Tackling fake products requires collective responsibility

Sports

Ballon d’Or 2026: Full list of African footballers nominated

Ballon d’Or 2026: Full list of African footballers nominated

African footballers have earned nominations in different categories for the 2026 Ballon d’Or awards, with three goalkeepers from the continent included among the contenders for the Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year prize.
Meet the 30 players nominated for Ballon d’Or 2026

Meet the 30 players nominated for Ballon d’Or 2026

FIFA faces legal action over ‘abusive conduct’ towards women’s football

FIFA faces legal action over ‘abusive conduct’ towards women’s football

Mac Allister ‘very sad’ after Liverpool contract snub

Mac Allister ‘very sad’ after Liverpool contract snub

UCL: Yamal targets Champions League as Barca vice-captain

UCL: Yamal targets Champions League as Barca vice-captain

Relationships

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

love, boyfriend, wife, child, keys, husband

Escapades of a typical ‘area father!’

Why some exes never truly leave, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Why some exes never truly leave, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Special Report

Bishop Okonkwo Lecture: Falana, Obe demand credible elections, judicial integrity

Bishop Okonkwo Lecture: Falana, Obe demand credible elections, judicial integrity

Bishop Mike Okonkwo Annual Lecture, used the occasion of the respected cleric’s 81st birthday to examine Nigeria’s electoral system

‘You’ll be flogged’: Threats against opponents cast shadow over 2027

‘You’ll be flogged’: Threats against opponents cast shadow over 2027

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — “Those who follow us will enjoy the honey; if you refuse, then you’ll be flogged.” Those were the words from Borno State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba, as he addressed supporters of Tinubu’s City Boy Movement in Maiduguri ahead of the 2027 presidential election. He also spoke […]

Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027

Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027

From cheaper fuel and millions of jobs to free education, more electricity, stronger healthcare and safer communities, offers are getting bigger.

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

‘I couldn’t register for NECO because I believed I would pass WAEC at credit level at once. I was disappointed twice. I can’t go through that again”

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Technology

Nigeria First: Indigenous businesses still need more protection — Ekeh

Nigeria First: Indigenous businesses still need more protection — Ekeh

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech EditorDespite the Nigeria First Policy designed to give indigenous businesses greater opportunities in government procurement, Nigerian companies are still not getting enough protection, Chairman of Zinox Group, Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, has warned. Ekeh said the situation could spell doom for the economy, arguing that Nigeria cannot build a sustainable digital […]

New app, Gemnex, remodels learning for tertiary students using Whatsapp

New app, Gemnex, remodels learning for tertiary students using Whatsapp

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Social media platforms, whatsapp, X, formerly Twitter, and others are now seriously undergoing reimagining. Prior to this time, they were just platforms basically for fun and social interactions. As time went on, they doubled as strong information blocs serving even the most critical research ventures as reliable resource engines. At […]

Beyond battery, Xiaomi’s new phone built for pace of everyday life — Li Shuyue, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi

Beyond battery, Xiaomi’s new phone built for pace of everyday life — Li Shuyue, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor The most talked about feature of the newly introduced REDMI 17, is its long-lasting battery performance.The device was designed to give users more freedom to go through their day without constantly thinking about their next charge, with its 7,500mAh battery. Makers of the phone, Xiaomi, say the phone is designed […]

Nigeria pushes aggressive native AI growth

Nigeria pushes aggressive native AI growth

…As SBTS targets cybersecurity, compliance with Aegis360AI By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Nigeria’s ambition to reduce its dependence on foreign artificial intelligence templates is gaining momentum, with more home-grown AI initiatives emerging to tackle the country’s peculiar economic, security and regulatory challenges. The latest addition to the growing local AI mix is Aegis360AI, an AI-native […]

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Education

‘Diversify funding or stagnate’ – Education Minister reads riot act to varsities

‘Diversify funding or stagnate’ – Education Minister reads riot act to varsities

“Government funding is not enough. Universities live, function and excel on blended funding,” Alausa declared

Bauchi

Diphtheria: Bauchi says outbreak under control as schools reopen

By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi BAUCHI — As schools reopen for the new academic term, the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency (BSPHCDA) has assured residents that the diphtheria situation in the state is under control. The assurance came amid concerns among parents and other Nigerians over whether schools in states that have recorded cases […]

JAMB releases underage UTME results, clarifies admission conditions

JAMB releases underage UTME results, clarifies admission conditions

Candidates could check their results by sending “RESULT” to 55019 or 66019 using the same SIM card with which they registered for UTME

2026/27 Session: Lagos makes LASRRA number compulsory for school admission

2026/27 Session: Lagos makes LASRRA number compulsory for school admission

By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The Lagos State Government has made the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) registration number mandatory for the admission and enrolment of learners in all public and private schools in the state from the 2026/2027 academic session. Under the new directive, schools are required to obtain and record the valid […]

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