Police arrest ‘PFIPC Director-General’, Adeyemi
Genesis Francis told the court that he could not convince his client to attend the hearing, citing concerns raised by the defendant
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DHQ engages military veterans on welfare, national service
Oluyede said efforts were ongoing to ensure the implementation of the recently approved salary increase and the corresponding pension adjustments through the appropriate statutory processes.
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Alia’s former allies, Benue APC chieftains declare support for Akume
Media adviser to the SGF, Yomi Odunuga, who diagnosed this in a statement on Tuesday night, noted that Akume, a former governor of the state, thanked the delegation for their support and commitment, urging them to remain united and focused on the collective development of the state.
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Video: Lagos arrests 56-yr-old man for dumping refuse in drainage
The Lagos State Government has ramped up its enforcement of environmental laws with the arrest of 56-year-old John Ehidreme for allegedly dumping refuse into a drainage channel in Ikorodu.
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Man United complete £36m signing of Belgium captain Tielemans
Belgium captain Youri Tielemans has completed his £36 million move from Aston Villa to Manchester United after signing a long-term contract with the Premier League giants.
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NBA election: Its time for members to freely choose their president – Boma Alabi
By Innocent Anaba Former President of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association, Mrs. Boma Alabi, SAN, has called for greater internal democracy in the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, elections, insisting that the time has come for members to freely elect their leaders without undue influence from regional blocs. Alabi, who is also the immediate past Chairman of […]
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Macron presents UK’s Starmer with France’s highest award
President Emmanuel Macron’s office said he presented Starmer with the Legion d’honneur on Monday in Paris, where he was attending a summit of Ukraine’s allies.
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Trump backtracks on plan to toll Hormuz ships
Trump said Middle Eastern leaders persuaded him to reduce the toll just a day after he announced it — and added that he was against charging any fees for the key waterway.
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World Cup: Spain name unchanged XI for semi-final against France
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz gets the nod ahead of Barcelona’s Pedri to partner Rodri at the base of the Spanish midfield.
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Kano police arrest suspected ammunition supplier to bandits, recover arms
By Hadiza Yusuf The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of attempting to supply ammunition and other items to bandits operating in parts of the state. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, saying the suspect was arrested following credible intelligence from a resident. […]
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Parents await reunion with rescued Oyo schoolchildren at LAUTECH
By Adeola Badru Parents and relatives of pupils and teachers rescued from captivity in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State gathered at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, on Tuesday, awaiting reunion with their loved ones. The rescued victims were taken to the facility for comprehensive medical checks and psychological […]
Politics
Atiku, Obi excited as FG suspends planned increase in WAEC, NECO registration fees
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, and his Nigeria Democratic Congress, ADC, counterpart, Peter Obi, in the 2027 elections yesterday, expressed excitement ove
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‘Temporary work visa holders shouldn’t stay in UK forever,’ Badenoch tells Labour
"People who come to Britain on temporary work visas should not automatically be able to stay forever," she wrote.
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World Cup: Spain name unchanged XI for semi-final against France
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz gets the nod ahead of Barcelona's Pedri to partner Rodri at the base of the Spanish midfield.
Metro
Tinubu sends state police bill to Reps for constitutional approval
"This Bill builds on the significant work already done in this regard by the House of Representatives and incorporates additional safeguards to ensure that the creation of a dual policing structure to address our nation's evolving national security challenges can be achieved quickly and effectively to the benefit of all Nigerians," he said.
Entertainment
How I signed Wizkid through Banky W – Akon
Senegalese-American music star Akon has opened up about his role in Wizkid's early career, revealing that he signed the Nigerian singer after Banky W introduced the then-rising talent to him during a visit to Nigeria.
ICYMI
Oriire Schoolchildren: How arrest of kidnappers’ family members led victims’ rescue
"The family members were subsequently taken to Abuja, where the wives were interrogated in accordance with investigative procedures"
Business
Economy exits contraction but households remain pessimistic — CBN
•As PMI rebounds to 50.1pts •Business confidence moderates to 7.2pts •Households shun houses, cars, investments •Food remains top spending priority By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria’s economy exited contraction in June as the Purchasing Managers’ Index, PMI, rebounded to 50.1 points from 49.6 points in May, driven by sustained expansion in the agriculture sector despite continued weakness […]
Sports
Man United complete £36m signing of Belgium captain Tielemans
Belgium captain Youri Tielemans has completed his £36 million move from Aston Villa to Manchester United after signing a long-term contract with the Premier League giants.
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Photos: Meet soldiers who rescued Oyo kidnap victims
“These arrests completely disorganised the group, exerted overwhelming pressure on them and ultimately led to the unconditional release the pupils and teachers”
PFIPC Scandal: How Senate blocked N1.3bn budget probe; ‘history ‘ll judge us’ – Kawu
The management of the agency never appeared before the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service Matters
Kwara now among top 10 viable states as Revenue Service reforms stop leakages, generate over N300bn in 6 yrs
As a result of this, Kwara State Internal Revenue Service generated an IGR of over N300 billion from 2019 to 31st December 2025
How persons with disabilities are redefining Nigeria’s accessibility movement
“If someone still needs assistance to use a facility that was supposedly designed for them, then that objective has not been achieved.”
Technology
Digital payments driving Nigeria’s $11bn food service industry
A new study has revealed that digital payment infrastructure is transforming Nigeria’s food service industry, helping businesses overcome operational challenges
STEM Africa Fest targets next generation of innovators with hands-on AI, robotics learning
By Juliet Umeh Organisers of STEM Africa Fest have said this year’s edition will equip African children with practical skills in artificial intelligence, AI, robotics and other emerging technologies to prepare them as the continent’s next generation of innovators and problem solvers. The organisers described the event as Africa’s largest STEM festival for children, announcing […]
Nigeria, UK partner to boost startup growth through innovation clusters
By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria and the United Kingdom have partnered to strengthen the country’s startup ecosystem through the launch of the Nigeria Innovation Cluster Exchange, NICE, a national initiative designed to connect innovation hubs, research institutions and entrepreneurship support organisations, ESOs, across the country. The initiative, funded by the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub under the UK […]
Telcables launches sovereign AI infrastructure to boost Nigeria’s digital economy
By Florencemary Nwabueze Telecommunications and cloud infrastructure provider, Telcables, a subsidiary of Angola Cables, has launched locally hosted cloud and artificial intelligence, AI, infrastructure in Nigeria aimed at strengthening data sovereignty, enhancing cybersecurity and supporting the country’s growing digital economy. The company said the new infrastructure would enable businesses to store and process data within […]
Education
FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate
“I am directed to convey the Minister of Education’s approval of N50,000 as the new examination fee for candidates with effect from SSCE internal 2027”
Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct
Teachers have been handicapped in disciplining students by government policies and societal tendencies. We have lost our value system and the centre can no longer hold
Nigerian school shortlisted for global prize
By Elizabeth Osayande In a remarkable achievement, Slum2School Green Academy, located in Epe, Lagos State, has been named among the Top 10 shortlists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Established by T4 Education in 2022 in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, these five global education awards aim to showcase schools making […]
UNILAG MSA holds 2nd annual Ladies’ Day
By Elizabeth Osayande The second edition of the University of Lagos Management Students Association, MSA, Ladies’ Day has held, with keynote speaker Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga urging students to find ways to lead purposeful lives. Speaking at the event held at Tayo Aderinokun Hall, Belo-Olusoga, who is also the Chairman of MTN Foundation, spoke on the theme: […]