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NYSC

Just in: Kidnappers torture 20 corps members, demand N5m each

“They are still demanding N5 million. They have come down to N5 million each.”
Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

'Intimidation undermines democracy'; Editors fault Gov Bago over Badeggi Radio

NGE demands 50% presidential threshold, faster election cases

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09:15 pm
IPO: University students hail Dangote Foundation’s free share initiative

IPO: University students hail Dangote Foundation’s free share initiative

…Foundation engages campus journalists on IPO By Udeme Akpan University students across Nigeria have welcomed the Aliko Dangote Foundation’s Student Share Grant Initiative, describing it as an opportunity to participate in wealth creation and gain practical investment experience through the ongoing Initial Public Offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, DPRP. As part […]

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Ronaldo: 'I'll retire soon'

Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants – Coach Jesus

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the squad if he wishes, despite walking out on his team-mates, said national team coach Jorge Jesus on Sunday.

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Landmark property will be intact, no job will be lost — Umahi

2027: Tinubu will harvest more votes in Southeast – Umahi

Minister of Works Dave Umahi has predicted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will make significant gains in the South-East in the 2027 presidential election, saying President Bola Tinubu will secure far more support in the region than the party did in the last election.

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Tinubu visits Oba of Lagos, receives prayers, counsels

Tinubu visits Oba of Lagos, receives prayers, counsels

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday paid a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, at Iga Idunganran Palace, Lagos Island. The visit provided an opportunity for the President to receive royal prayers and counsel from the traditional ruler for his administration. Tinubu was received at the palace by members of the royal […]

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Portugal edge Norway to become first team through to Nations League quarter-finals

Portugal edge Norway to become first team through to Nations League quarter-finals

Portugal became the first team to qualify for the quarter-finals of the Nations League after beating Norway 2-1 in Porto on Sunday.

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Brazil braces for results of election battle between Lula and Bolsonaro

Brazil braces for results of election battle between Lula and Bolsonaro

Brazilians waited anxiously Sunday for the results of a tight election race between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro that will determine if the Latin American powerhouse joins a regional swing to the right championed by US President Donald Trump.

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FHFL Commissions 50 Energy-Efficient Homes for Wives of Fallen Heroes in Ibadan

FHFL Commissions 50 Energy-Efficient Homes for Wives of Fallen Heroes in Ibadan

Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL), in partnership with Post-Service Housing Development Limited (PHDL) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), has commissioned 50 two-bedroom detached, energy-efficient homes for the spouses of Nigeria’s fallen military personnel in Idi-Ape, Akobo, Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State. The commissioning brought together government representatives, military […]

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10 things to know about BBNaija Season 11 winner Temi Nkem

10 things to know about BBNaija Season 11 winner Temi Nkem

Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 11, beating the other finalists to claim the title and the ₦160 million prize package.

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Kila rejects ‘Fake Professor’ claim, heads to court

Kila rejects ‘Fake Professor’ claim, heads to court

Professor Anthony Kila has rejected reports describing him as a “fake professor”, saying the characterisation was inaccurate, misleading and damaging to his reputation and professional standing. Kila, in a statement responding to a publication dated October 3, 2026, said he remained a professor and stood by the academic and professional credentials on which his professorial […]

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Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 11, bringing the reality show’s latest edition to an end.

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Politics

‘APC’s cruel mockery of Amaechi can’t hide Tinubu’s misery’ — ADC PCC

‘APC’s cruel mockery of Amaechi can’t hide Tinubu’s misery’ — ADC PCC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its response to former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi’s reported difficulty in affording medication for his late mother. Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communications of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, described the APC statement signed by its National Publicity […]
State Police Bill hits roadblock in states

State Police Bill hits roadblock in states

NYSC members’ abduction: Tinubu’s alleged laxity emboldening terrorists — Makinde campaign

NYSC members’ abduction: Tinubu’s alleged laxity emboldening terrorists — Makinde campaign

Name one election you’ve won since I ditched you, Wike dares Amaechi

Name one election you’ve won since I ditched you, Wike dares Amaechi

coalition

‘It was difficult to buy drugs’ – Amaechi blames Tinubu’s policies on mother’s death

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Ìwòye: Àwọn aládùgbò dawo lu ọkùnrin kan pa ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá rí agbárí mẹ́jìdínlọ́gbọ̀n nínú igbó ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

Ìwòye: Àwọn aládùgbò dawo lu ọkùnrin kan pa ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá rí agbárí mẹ́jìdínlọ́gbọ̀n nínú igbó ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

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One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

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Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

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One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

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Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

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Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

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Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

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2027: Fani-Kayode, Atiku’s aide clash over ‘Bola’

2027: Fani-Kayode, Atiku’s aide clash over ‘Bola’

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, and the media adviser to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, have traded words over Atiku’s decision to repeatedly refer to President Bola Tinubu as “Bola” in his October 1 Independence Day address. Fani-Kayode, in a post on his Facebook page on Sunday, accused Atiku of disrespecting the office […]
Soyinka, others cheer as Asagba decorates Jibunoh with chieftaincy title

Soyinka, others cheer as Asagba decorates Jibunoh with chieftaincy title

Top 10 richest women in the world

Top 10 richest women in the world

Latest Ranking: 10 best universities in Africa

Latest Ranking: 10 best universities in Africa

Lion of Lufodo: Nollywood’s finest bid farewell to Olu Jacobs amid tears, tributes

Lion of Lufodo: Nollywood’s finest bid farewell to Olu Jacobs amid tears, tributes

Metro

Gunmen kill one, injure seven Plateau traders

Gunmen kill one, injure seven Plateau traders

By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Gunmen on Sunday evening opened fire on traders returning from the Kara Bukuru Livestock Market in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing one person and injuring seven others. The victim was identified as Musa Abubakar. The incident occurred at about 7pm around the Bukuru Low-Cost area, according […]
Imo police locate abducted NYSC members’ camp, IED threat delays rescue

Imo police locate abducted NYSC members’ camp, IED threat delays rescue

Abducted NYSC Members: Parents accuse transport firm of withholding passengers’ next-of-kin details

Abducted NYSC Members: Parents accuse transport firm of withholding passengers’ next-of-kin details

Boat carrying over 70 mourners capsizes in Benue, several missing

Boat carrying over 70 mourners capsizes in Benue, several missing

‘Drone found NYSC abductors’ hideout, but camp is mined with IEDs’ — Imo CP

‘Drone found NYSC abductors’ hideout, but camp is mined with IEDs’ — Imo CP

Columns

Obi versus Soludo: Unnecessary political cannibalism, by Dele Sobowale

Obi versus Soludo: Unnecessary political cannibalism, by Dele Sobowale

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Fear of electoral violence in 2027, by Tonnie Iredia

Fear of electoral violence in 2027, by Tonnie Iredia

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A season of harvest, by Funmi Komolafe

A season of harvest, by Funmi Komolafe

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CAF blunders again, by Patrick Omorodion

CAF blunders again, by Patrick Omorodion

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Nigeria’s loss to Guinea Bissau – the sad truth! By Segun Odegbami

Nigeria’s loss to Guinea Bissau – the sad truth! By Segun Odegbami

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General Abdulsalami and the Indian Hospital: The Shame of a Nation, by Ugoji Egbujo

General Abdulsalami and the Indian Hospital: The Shame of a Nation, by Ugoji Egbujo

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Why I joined Vanguard

Wages of irresponsibility, by Muyiwa Adetiba

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Entertainment

10 things to know about BBNaija Season 11 winner Temi Nkem

10 things to know about BBNaija Season 11 winner Temi Nkem

Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 11, beating the other finalists to claim the title and the ₦160 million prize package.
Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

Breaking: Temi Nkem wins BBNaija season 11

BBNaija 11 finale: Oyin, Ricky, others evicted as battle for top two begins [Full list]

BBNaija 11 finale: Oyin, Ricky, others evicted as battle for top two begins [Full list]

There are times I wonder why I married my husband’ — Omotola

There are times I wonder why I married my husband’ — Omotola

Your happiness should come first in whatever you do — Mandy Kiss

Your happiness should come first in whatever you do — Mandy Kiss

Promoted

FHFL Commissions 50 Energy-Efficient Homes for Wives of Fallen Heroes in Ibadan

FHFL Commissions 50 Energy-Efficient Homes for Wives of Fallen Heroes in Ibadan

5 เว็บแทงบอล 2026 เปรียบเทียบจุดเด่น พร้อมวิธีเลือกเว็บ 

5 เว็บแทงบอล 2026 เปรียบเทียบจุดเด่น พร้อมวิธีเลือกเว็บ 

Perfection Motor: Driving Nigeria’s Growth with Reliable FAW Trucks

Perfection Motor: Driving Nigeria’s Growth with Reliable FAW Trucks

Top Inspiring Business Leaders of Excellence Driving Nigeria’s Economic growth: Interswitch Group

Top Inspiring Business Leaders of Excellence Driving Nigeria’s Economic growth: Interswitch Group

Videos

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

ICYMI

Boeing 737 MAX software bug ‘not a safety concern’ – Regulators

Boeing 737 MAX software bug ‘not a safety concern’ – Regulators

The glitch was found in a cockpit software update and can cause an automated navigation feature to fail when planes shift approach to landing
Olu Jacobs laid to rest in Lagos

Olu Jacobs laid to rest in Lagos

WAEC appoints Nigeria’s Dangut as new registrar, CEO

WAEC appoints Nigeria’s Dangut as new registrar, CEO

Independence Day: Nigeria was like cancer patient on morphine, until we came — Tinubu

Independence Day: Nigeria was like cancer patient on morphine, until we came — Tinubu

Consulate seeks justice as three Nigerians killed in South Africa

Consulate seeks justice as three Nigerians killed in South Africa

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Does it apply to all PARTIES?

Cartoon: Does it apply to all PARTIES?

Cartoon: Mr & Mrs (un)happily married

Cartoon: Mr & Mrs (un)happily married

Cartoon: 'Nigeria on auto-drive'

Cartoon: ‘Nigeria on auto-drive?’

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Business

Trade facilitation: Customs unveils digital baggage import declaration

Trade facilitation: Customs unveils digital baggage import declaration

The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has announced the deployment of a Simplified Baggage Import Declaration System at the Seme Area Command. This marks a new phase in its drive for digital innovation, trade facilitation, and improved passenger clearance processes. The initiative is designed to streamline baggage declaration, reduce clearance time, and enhance transparency for legitimate […]
Free Zone Customs generates N557bn

Free Zone Customs generates N557bn

Economic gains must show in Nigerians’ lives — CIBNk

Nigeria @66: OPS demands productivity gains from reforms

Police declare port corridor ticketing, revenue collection illegal

Police declare port corridor ticketing, revenue collection illegal

St. Kitts, Nevis bags world’s best citizenship investment programme

Money supply rises 111% to N139trn

Health

Vanguard summit: Nigeria risks losing gains of Mental Health Act, experts warn

Vanguard summit: Nigeria risks losing gains of Mental Health Act, experts warn

Build hospitals that survive their founders — GMDs

Build hospitals that survive their founders — GMDs

NAS pairs 25 young scientists with research leaders

NAS pairs 25 young scientists with research leaders

Nearly half of Lagos health facilities lack adequate infection control — GMDs

Nearly half of Lagos health facilities lack adequate infection control — GMDs

Sports

Ronaldo: 'I'll retire soon'

Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants – Coach Jesus

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the squad if he wishes, despite walking out on his team-mates, said national team coach Jorge Jesus on Sunday.
Portugal edge Norway to become first team through to Nations League quarter-finals

Portugal edge Norway to become first team through to Nations League quarter-finals

‘7-0 win over Croatia sends message to teams’ – Kane

‘7-0 win over Croatia sends message to teams’ – Kane

10 footballers who served in military before football fame

10 footballers who served in military before football fame

South Korea captain ‘deeply sorry’ for gloating about military exemption

South Korea captain ‘deeply sorry’ for gloating about military exemption

Relationships

Husbands who believe they’re goaded into being violent!

Husbands who believe they’re goaded into being violent!

Who would a husband defend, his wife or the mistress

How many men after 30 years of marriage still love their wives?

healthcare

Why men ought to be more concerned about their health!

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Special Report

IGP Disu: Recent figures point to rising Policing 

IGP Disu: Recent figures point to rising Policing 

The move placed the IGP at the centre of one of the country’s most consequential policing debates, how to bring policing closer to communities while maintaining national standards and accountability.

2027: INEC threatens ₦10m fine, 12-month jail term for abusive campaign

2027: Why Nigerians must vote for working system

Thirty weeks pregnant and home alone, she felt what she thought was labour pain and dialled UK a emergency number. In less than three minutes, she said, four medics were at her door

Donald Duke: From Cross River record to PRP’s 2027 presidential gamble

Donald Duke: From Cross River record to PRP’s 2027 presidential gamble

Donald Duke is asking voters to reconsider an old proposition: that competence, institutional discipline and performance should matter more than political loyalty

Atiku Abubakar's long road to one more presidential fight

Atiku Abubakar’s long road to one more presidential fight

After decades of moving through virtually every important corridor of federal politics, the former vice president has arrived at the ADC

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Technology

NCC

Nigeria’s data demand outpacing network growth — NCC

…Says mobile broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a communiqué issued on Sunday after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity […]

Trust still big issue holding back AI growth

Trust still big issue holding back AI growth

*SAS floats Trustworthiness Index to measure business impact *As businesses still search for AI profit By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor As businesses increasingly turn to artificial intelligence, AI, to drive efficiency, innovation and faster decision-making, trust has emerged as one of the biggest issues threatening the technology’s ability to deliver greater business value. A new […]

Xiaomi plugs Nigerian phone users’ greatest pain point with REDMI Note 17 Series

Xiaomi plugs Nigerian phone users’ greatest pain point with REDMI Note 17 Series

*10,000mAh battery promises up to three days of power *Xiaomi says new series built to withstand years of daily use By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Poor and epileptic power supply remains one of the greatest problems confronting Nigerians, including manufacturers and businesses whose operations depend heavily on electricity. For such businesses, the solution has often […]

Swift grabs Unified Access licence, returns to Nigeria’s telecom big league

Swift grabs Unified Access licence, returns to Nigeria’s telecom big league

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Nearly three decades after it made first appearance in the Nigerian telecoms space From umbrella-and-table calling spot, Swift Telephone Network Limited, STN, has made a remarkable comeback, grabbing the coveted Unified Access Services licence from the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC. The company, which first opened shop in 1998, has now […]

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Education

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

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

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 

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

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 […]

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