‘I’m strong, ready to work’ – Tinubu speaks after return from vacation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after spending about four weeks in Europe, declaring that he is hale, healthy and ready to resume work.
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2027: Examine records, ideas of those seeking office – Obiano tells Nigerians
Former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, has urged Nigerians to examine the records and ideas of candidates seeking elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obiano made the call in a post on his X platform on Tuesday while commenting on preparations for the 2027 elections and recent developments concerning the Electoral Act. He […]
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Tanzania removes special visa clearance for Nigerians
Tanzania has removed Nigerian nationals from its referred visa category, ending the requirement for special clearance before they can obtain visas to enter the country. The Tanzania Immigration Services Department announced the development in a notice dated September 25 and shared on its official X handle on Monday. The notice, signed by Paul Mselle, chief […]
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Morocco appoints first female prime minister
RABAT — King Mohammed VI of Morocco has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the country’s first female prime minister and tasked her with forming a new government. The appointment followed the September 23 parliamentary election, in which El Mansouri’s Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) emerged with the largest number of seats in the 395-member […]
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Xenophobia: Nigerian Consulate condemns killing of three Nigerians in South Africa
According to the Consulate, on September 18, 2026, one Kenechukwu Christopher Igwemadu allegedly jumped to his death while trying to escape police harassment and brutality at Kenlin Court on Douglas Street, Central Business District (CBD), Bloemfontein.
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Troops rescues 46 kidnapped victims, neutralises suspected militia member
In Zamfara, the report said the troops of Combat Team 7 responded to terrorist activities around Fegen Baza and Setraco Company in Tsafe Local Government Area.
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NCC seeks greater investment in digital infrastructure
ABUJA — The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called for increased public and private sector investment in telecommunications infrastructure to accelerate broadband expansion, improve service quality and support Nigeria’s growing digital economy. The Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, made the call on Tuesday at the maiden Nigeria Digital […]
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Kebbi APC rejects Maidoki’s allegations of arbitrary arrest of ADC members
Assalafi challenged the ADC to provide evidence linking the Kebbi State Government to the alleged unlawful arrests, particularly any directive instructing security agencies to target individuals because of their political affiliation.
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Borno ADC condemns arrest of 5 youths over ‘Tinubu Must Go’ T-Shirts
The condemnation was contained in a press statement signed by the state ADC Publicity Secretary, Hon Baba Ahmed Mustapha, on Tuesday night.
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Pantami wins PDP repeat governorship primary in Gombe
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe GOMBE — Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe State for the 2027 election. Pantami emerged winner of the party’s repeat governorship primary conducted across the 114 wards in the state’s 11 […]
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Tinubu’s ‘working vacation’ sparks Section 145 debate — Okonkwo
Section 145 provides that the Vice President discharges the President’s functions as Acting President after the President transmits such a declaration.
Politics
Ogun 2027 guber: PDP dismisses claims challenging Adebutu’s eligibility
The Ogun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims challenging the eligibility of its 2027 governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, describing allegations that his name was omitted from the party’s official membership register as baseless and politically motivated.
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2027: Meet Shadow Minister Peter Agada, YPP presidential candidate
Agada is the Principal of Cyrus Acoustics Sound C4i & Co., President of the Congress of Professionals, and the Shadow Minister of Infrastructure
Metro
Chimamanda’s son’s death: Hospital asks court to stop inquest
Chimamanda Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, have asked the court to dismiss a suit filed by Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital over Nkanu's death
Entertainment
Nigeria’s Ben Dancer completes 168-hour dance marathon, awaits Guinness verdict
Nigerian dancer Benjamin Daniel, popularly known as Ben Dancer, has completed a 168-hour dance marathon in Lagos as he bids to set a new Guinness World Records title.
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Consulate seeks justice as three Nigerians killed in South Africa
Consulate-General has called for justice over the death of Kenechukwu Igwemmadu, Olaniyi Olatunde and Christian Nnaemeka in South Africa
Business
Banks awash with excess cash amidst poverty
•As banking system liquidity surges 17% to N5.5trn By Elizabeth Adegbesan Amidst prevalent poverty in the country, Nigeria’s financial sector experienced a major injection of cash as the average net liquidity in the banking system surged to N5.53 trillion in May 2026. This represents a 17.16 per cent increase from the N4.72 trillion recorded previous […]
Sports
AFCONQ: Guinea-Bissau humiliate Nigeria with 3-0 win
Nigeria's Super Eagles suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying clash in Bissau on Tuesday.
Special Report
2027: Meet Shadow Minister Peter Agada, YPP presidential candidate
Agada is the Principal of Cyrus Acoustics Sound C4i & Co., President of the Congress of Professionals, and the Shadow Minister of Infrastructure
After japa… When the dream meets reality
THE photograph usually comes first. A young Nigerian stands at the airport, passport in hand, luggage beside him, smiling as family members gather for one last embrace.
2027 Presidential Election: Meet Sandy Onor, scholar carrying PDP’s broken burden
His name carries an unusual combination of scholarship and electoral politics. But the bigger story is the political road that brought him
Hajja Bintu Konto: Meet Labour Party’s vice presidential candidate for 2027 election
Hajja Bintu Konto’s impressive record of service, particularly in conflict-affected communities across Northern Nigeria, has earned her respect
Technology
Telecom subscriptions hit 195.1m in July
…Adds 2.88m subscriptions in one month By Juliet Umeh Nigeria’s active telecommunications subscriptions rose by 2.88 million in July 2026 to 195.11 million, up from 192.23 million recorded in June, according to the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC. The increase represents a monthly growth of about 1.5 per cent, while the country’s teledensity rose from 88.67 […]
Meta to unveil new AI smart glasses amid privacy concerns
The Muse agent is built on Meta’s own AI models and is designed to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude.
Why we make battery power priority in REDMI Note 17 — Xiaomi
By Prince Osuagwu Battery power is becoming a major consideration for smartphone users, and Xiaomi says this is why it has made battery endurance a priority in its new REDMI Note 17 Series, which arrives in Nigeria on September 30, 2026. The biggest talking point is the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, which comes […]
BORDERLESS TRANSACTIONS: Dtunes wears new look as Swapto
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Financial technology platform, Dtunes, is rebranding as Swapto, as it moves to expand its services from just a cash-out platform to broader multi-currency management for Nigerians and businesses. The company, which says it has served hundreds of thousands of Nigerian users, explained that the new name reflects its evolving focus […]
Education
Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University
By Elizabeth Osayande History has been made at Fountain University, Osogbo, with the appointment of Dr. Raheemat Adefolake Adeniran as the institution’s first Professor of Mass Communication. A product of the Lagos State University School of Communication, Prof. Adeniran also made history as the first Professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences, where […]
JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates
However, JAMB said the emergence of stronger identity authentication and biometric verification systems had enabled it to review the policy without compromising the integrity of candidates’ records.
NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows
By Aniche Chiamaka The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Institute of Management and Professional Studies, MIMPS, Nigeria, has honoured 58 Distinguished Fellows during their last executive workshop and fellowship investiture held recently at the University of Lagos, Akoka. The Registrar of the Institute, Dr Okeoma Alphonsus, admonished the newly-inducted Fellows that they were honoured not […]
Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU
BENIN CITY – The Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, Hon. Romeo Omoike, was among the graduands at the 22nd Convocation Ceremony of Benson Idahosa University (BIU), held at the university’s permanent site on Sapele Road, Benin City. A total of 1,324 students comprising 1,059 undergraduates and 265 postgraduates, graduated from the institution, the […]