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Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine "Cerezo" Eguavoen has been appointed to lead Nigeria's Super Falcons on a temporary basis as the search for a permanent manager continues.
‘I returned Ogogo’s N25m to his family after his death’ – Imam

‘I returned Ogogo’s N25m to his family after his death’ – Imam

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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Amrabat quits Morocco under Ouahbi, insists he’s not retired

Amrabat quits Morocco under Ouahbi, insists he’s not retired

According to Reuters, the 30-year-old midfielder announced the decision ahead of Morocco’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, saying he would not represent the national team while Ouahbi remains in charge.

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Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development

APC chairman begins two-week vacation ahead of 2027

ABUJA — THE National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has commenced a two-week vacation outside the country following his first year in office. The party, in a statement signed by Abimbola Tooki, Special Adviser to the National Chairman on Media and Information Strategy, said the vacation was aimed at allowing […]

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Attack on Obi disgraceful assault on democracy —  Aondoakaa

Attack on Obi disgraceful assault on democracy —  Aondoakaa

Aondoakaa, a former Attorney General of the Federation, alleged that the attack was carried out by thugs led by the Senior Special Assistant to the Benue State Governor on Youths, during Obi’s visit to the state.

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‘Nigeria in IDP camp’ – Peter Obi laments killings, displacement in Plateau

‘Nigeria in IDP camp’ – Peter Obi laments killings, displacement in Plateau

Obi acknowledged the importance of prayers in seeking solutions to the security challenges but stressed that prayers must be complemented by effective government action.

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2027: ‘APC will come last’ —  Adebayo vows to defeat Tinubu

2027: ‘APC will come last’ —  Adebayo vows to defeat Tinubu

He said those who consider Tinubu and the APC unbeatable were underestimating the power of Nigerian voters, insisting that the outcome would be determined by the votes cast by the electorate.

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Nigeria, Canada to set up joint team over visa delays

Nigeria, Canada to set up joint team over visa delays

— To tackle irregular migration, removal of persons without legal status By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — The Federal Government and the Government of Canada have agreed to establish a joint technical working group to address persistent delays in the processing of Canadian visa applications by Nigerians and develop a framework for the removal of persons […]

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Four years enough to transform Nigeria — Adebayo

Four years enough to transform Nigeria — Adebayo

— Says elites in Villa, govt houses are Nigeria’s problem— Challenges Tinubu to public debate By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has said four years is enough for a determined government to transform Nigeria, urging voters to reject what he described as the country’s “politics […]

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Attack on Obi: Igbo Group demands apology from Governor Alia

Attack on Obi: Igbo Group demands apology from Governor Alia

— Condemns reported obstruction of NDC candidate’s visit By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI — The Igbo Renaissance Group has condemned the reported obstruction of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, from visiting communities affected by the recent killings in Benue State. The group also demanded a public apology from the Benue […]

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Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine “Cerezo” Eguavoen has been appointed to lead Nigeria’s Super Falcons on a temporary basis as the search for a permanent manager continues.

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Obi: HURIWA tackles Benue Govt over reported blockade

Obi: HURIWA tackles Benue Govt over reported blockade

— Says those who stopped Obi couldn’t stop killings in Benue By Chioma Obinna LAGOS — The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has condemned the reported blockade of the convoy of the presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, while attempting to enter Benue State. HURIWA described the incident as […]

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Politics

2027: ‘APC will come last’ —  Adebayo vows to defeat Tinubu

2027: ‘APC will come last’ —  Adebayo vows to defeat Tinubu

He said those who consider Tinubu and the APC unbeatable were underestimating the power of Nigerian voters, insisting that the outcome would be determined by the votes cast by the electorate.
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

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

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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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.
'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

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

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

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

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

Amrabat quits Morocco under Ouahbi, insists he’s not retired

Amrabat quits Morocco under Ouahbi, insists he’s not retired

According to Reuters, the 30-year-old midfielder announced the decision ahead of Morocco’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, saying he would not represent the national team while Ouahbi remains in charge.
Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

Eguavoen appointed interim Super Falcons coach ahead of 2028 Olympic qualifiers

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

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

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

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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