Tinubu’s Re-election: APC blocs rise against Wike’s Rainbow Coalition
'By the Coalition's fielding candidates from various parties, many voters will be confused on election day and that can reduce Tinubu's vote'
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CONTROVERSY: Peller comes under scrutiny after TikTok bans Carter Efe’s 5.6m account
By Aiyedun Oluwadamilola An old video of Nigerian content creator Peller appealing to fans to report fellow creator Carter Efe’s TikTok account has resurfaced online, days after TikTok permanently banned Carter Efe’s main account for the second time over a year. The clip began circulating on September 9, with social media users linking Peller’s appeal […]
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Trump arrives in Ireland for golf tournament, PM talks
Donald Trump landed in Ireland under tight security Saturday for two days of diplomacy and golf, on a trip that again blurs the lines between his presidency and personal business interests.
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Two jailed for violent burglary of Man City goalkeeper Donnarumma
Two men involved in a violent burglary of Manchester City’s Italy international goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and his pregnant girlfriend at their home in Paris were on Friday given prison sentences.
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I’m restoring subsidy to cut fuel, transport costs – Atiku
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has explained that his plan to restore fuel subsidy is aimed at supporting local refining and reducing the cost of petrol, rather than subsidising imported fuel. Atiku made the clarification in a series of posts on his X platform on Saturday, saying his proposed policy would amount to a “production subsidy” […]
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DR Congo school fire stampede death toll rises to 26 – UNICEF
A fire and stampede at a school in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 26 children, the UN children’s agency said on Friday, with some pupils leaping from windows on high floors to escape the carnage.
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Suspected alcohol poisoning: Ondo govt confirms 29 deaths, 60 cases
He explained that three people were currently on admission in hospitals, while 27 others remain under medical observation.
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Niger appoints new chief of staff after thwarted mutiny
Niger’s junta chief appointed a new chief of staff, state TV reported on Friday, after a thwarted army mutiny last month shook his grip on power.
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North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles – Seoul
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles Saturday, Seoul said, a day after South Korea concluded five days of joint maritime drills with the United States and Japan that were focused on the North.
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Alia commends DSS for arresting suspects over Ayilamo attack
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has commended the Department of State Services, DSS, for the prompt and professional operation that led to the arrest of three suspects allegedly linked to the attack on Ayilamo community in Logo Local Government Area, LGA, of the state.
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Flood alert: Niger warns River Kaduna communities over Shiroro dam
He said the controlled release, if required, would be carried out as a precautionary measure to enhance the safety of the dam structure
Politics
Can our votes count in 2027? — Nigerians ask
"Democracy thrives when citizens believe their participation matters and grows stronger when they demand accountability. Yet, optimism must be tempered by concern"
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Flood alert: Niger warns River Kaduna communities over Shiroro dam
He said the controlled release, if required, would be carried out as a precautionary measure to enhance the safety of the dam structure
Metro
Alarm in Lagos markets, as fraudsters target 125 business owners
“I started as a ‘Caller’. A caller is a person who goes out to identify and speak with our prospective victims. We identify businessmen"
Entertainment
CONTROVERSY: Peller comes under scrutiny after TikTok bans Carter Efe’s 5.6m account
By Aiyedun Oluwadamilola An old video of Nigerian content creator Peller appealing to fans to report fellow creator Carter Efe’s TikTok account has resurfaced online, days after TikTok permanently banned Carter Efe’s main account for the second time over a year. The clip began circulating on September 9, with social media users linking Peller’s appeal […]
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NCAA fines RwandAir N15m over baggage issue, orders $170 passenger compensation
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has fined RwandAir N15,000,000 for violating consumer protection regulations.
Business
Recapitalisation empowers insurers to protect manufacturing sector — Report
By Rosemary Iwunze Following the conclusion of the insurance industry recapitalisation exercise, the sector is now expected to protect Nigeria’s manufacturing sector against costly industrial risks. It is also expected to have significant implications for manufacturers whose operations are exposed to risks ranging from factory fires and machinery breakdowns to marine cargo losses, engineering failures […]
Sports
Two jailed for violent burglary of Man City goalkeeper Donnarumma
Two men involved in a violent burglary of Manchester City's Italy international goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and his pregnant girlfriend at their home in Paris were on Friday given prison sentences.
Special Report
Enters the new Balogun of Oyo Kingdom
By Femi Adesina It was the radiance of kings last Saturday at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo as His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, led a battery of traditional rulers from far and near to install a new Balogun (war leader, Captain) for the kingdom. Dr Adesola Adeduntan, FCA, was an […]
Hardship, ignorance fuel fake goods trade — Stakeholders
…Prosecute sellers of substandard cables — Coleman MD By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Economic hardship, ignorance and dwindling purchasing power are fuelling the growing trade in fake and substandard goods in Nigeria, with consumers increasingly settling for cheaper products without fully understanding the risks involved, stakeholders have said. They said the situation had become particularly troubling as […]
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
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 […]
Technology
TYPE APPROVAL ENFORCEMENT: Why your phone may stop working soon
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor That fairly cheap smartphone you bought from an unfamiliar dealer, the one that came without much paperwork, may soon have a date with the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC. Not because the Commission is interested in what is inside your phone, but because it wants to know whether the device itself […]
S26 FE: Samsung brings high-end possibilities to entry-level users
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor There is a simple rule in the smartphone market: if you want high-end features, be prepared to pay high-end prices. But Samsung appears to be challenging that rule with its latest offering, the Galaxy S26 FE. The smartphone brings several features associated with premium flagship devices, while keeping its price […]
22-year-old Singaporean pleads guilty to $245m crypto heist
The conspirators, who came from several US states and outside the country, met through online gaming platforms, according to court documents.
Device Mgt System won’t expose users’ data – NCC
NCC has allayed fears that its new Device Management System, DMS, could give the regulator access to users’ personal data and communications
Education
New Academic Session: Parents face hurdles as fees, cost of books, others escalate
Checks showed that parents have to pay more than they did last session, as their children resume for new academic session
When LASU sends off Olatunji-Bello with combined convocation ceremonies
The 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies of LASU turned out to be a glorious way to celebrate Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the outgoing VC
‘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
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 […]