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Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, try B-Haram members, Senate tells FG

Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, try B-Haram members, Senate tells FG

The Senate has urged the Federal Government to halt the policy of rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram members into society, and ensure that perpetrators of terrorism and banditry are, instead, arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law.
Tinubu orders ICPC to investigate PFIPC

Tinubu orders ICPC to investigate PFIPC

Oyo school kidnap: Security forces trace abductors’ network, associates

Oyo school kidnap: Security forces trace abductors’ network, associates

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Nigeria’s LNG exports hit N20.06trn as global trade reaches record high

Nigeria’s LNG exports hit N20.06trn as global trade reaches record high

By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Nigeria’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports rose   by one million metric tonnes (Mt) in 2025 to 14.78 Mt, valued at N20.0 trillion,   from   13.78 Mt   in 2024, valued at   N18.89 trillion, reinforcing its position among the world’s leading LNG suppliers as global trade climbed to a record 436.98 Mt, according to […]

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Abia community groans over abandoned health centre rotting away for years

Abia community groans over abandoned health centre rotting away for years

By Ugochukwu Alaribe Indigenes and residents of Ntighauzo Amairi Community in Obingwa local government council of Abia State have decried the dilapidated state of their Comprehensive Health Centre, which has turned to a permanent home for reptiles and other wild animals. The Health Centre, built through communal efforts by the ten villages of the community […]

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 8, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 8, 2026

The Nigerian naira traded at ₦1,372.96 against the United States dollar at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, according to official market data.

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Lagos debunks HIV figures, unveils direct ARV procurement

Lagos debunks HIV figures, unveils direct ARV procurement

…Insists 10,430 cases are diagnoses, not fresh infectionsBy Chioma Obinna The Lagos State Government on Thursday dismissed widespread reports that the state recorded 10,430 new HIV infections in 2025, clarifying that the figure represents newly diagnosed cases and not fresh infections, even as it announced a historic move to directly procure antiretroviral drugs, becoming the […]

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Picking holes in Alausa’s proposal to scrap  JSS,SSS education system

Picking holes in Alausa’s proposal to scrap  JSS,SSS education system

Government remains hyper-focused on the “quantity” of out-of-school children while ignoring the “quality” of the education being offered

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Fuel Price reduction

NNPC remits N19.5tn to Federation Account in 14 months

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bayo Ojulari, has disclosed that the company remitted N19.5 trillion to the Federation Account between April 2025 and June 2026. Speaking at the 2026 Nigeria Oil and Gas Energy Week in Abuja on Tuesday, Ojulari said the company also achieved $3.4 billion […]

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Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance

Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance

It is Donald Trump’s signature dance, but triumphant Belgian footballers stole his “Y.M.C.A.” moves after he intervened before the match in which they knocked the United States out of the World Cup.

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Threading on dangerous grounds

Threading on dangerous grounds

By Sunny Ikhioya  Stories coming out of the seat of power these days are disillusioning; it is as if we are playing games of pirates and vikings, superintending over the commonwealth. Stories of audacity, recklessness, greed and ride over the common man. It is challenging the people on what they can do. Is President Tinubu aware […]

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Maritime

Better deal for indigenous sailors

Nigeria cannot keep applauding its seafarers once a year and then abandoning them to harsh working realities at sea. The renewed call for better welfare is timely because, without sailors, there is no maritime trade, and without maritime trade, the wider economy suffers. The demand for improved welfare is driven by a few hard facts. […]

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Should government offices be privatised? By Usman Sarki

Should government offices be privatised? By Usman Sarki

“The phrase, public office is a public trust, has of late become common property“, Charles Sumner The Code of Conduct Bureau  rightly admonishes Nigerians that “Public office is a trust, don’t abuse it!” In the same spirit, Article XI, Section 1 of the 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines, under the heading “Accountability […]

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Politics

ADC, ICPC clash over El-Rufai’s hospital visit, detention conditions

ADC, ICPC clash over El-Rufai’s hospital visit, detention conditions

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, yesterday traded accusations over the hospital visit and detention conditions of former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai.
Deregistration of ADC, four others: Appeal Court defers hearing till July 14

Deregistration of ADC, four others: Appeal Court defers hearing till July 14

Shooting #EndSARS protesters in Lekki: It shouldn't have come to this— Segalink

2027: Activists seeking political offices can’t make any difference — Segalink

2027: Atiku has to wait till 2031, it’s not North’s time now — Ali Modu Sheriff

2027: Atiku has to wait till 2031, it’s not North’s time now — Ali Modu Sheriff

Court

Deregistration of ADC, 4 others: Legal fireworks resume at Appeal Court today

Top Podcasts

ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

ONE VOTE: What will stop you from voting next year?

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Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

Olùkọ́ Maryam Usman sòfò ẹ̀mí lẹ́yìn tí bàbá akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ rẹ̀ lù ú ní àlùbami; ìkún omi ojijì dá omiyálẹ̀ sí ilé ní Ìlú Èkó

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Ọwọ́ àwọn agbofinro tẹ arábìnrin Princess, tó jẹ́ ọ̀gá àwọn afipámu awon ọ̀dọ́bìnrin sínú iṣẹ́ ìnàbì; ìbúgbàmù ṣẹlẹ̀ ní Mushin

Ọwọ́ àwọn agbofinro tẹ arábìnrin Princess, tó jẹ́ ọ̀gá àwọn afipámu awon ọ̀dọ́bìnrin sínú iṣẹ́ ìnàbì; ìbúgbàmù ṣẹlẹ̀ ní Mushin

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Celebrities shouldn’t be dragged for their political choices – Music Exec, Motolani Alake

Celebrities shouldn’t be dragged for their political choices – Music Exec, Motolani Alake

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ONE VOTE: Is Ekiti governorship election a glimpse into the 2027 polls?

ONE VOTE: Is Ekiti governorship election a glimpse into the 2027 polls?

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigeria’s insecurity challenge affect 2027 elections?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigeria’s insecurity challenge affect 2027 elections?

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Ìwòye: Abilékọ Oluchi jí ara rẹ̀ gbé fún àádọ́ta mílíọ̀nù naira; àwọn òṣèré ṣe ìkẹ́dùn leyin iku olóògbé Alex Ekubo

Ìwòye: Abilékọ Oluchi jí ara rẹ̀ gbé fún àádọ́ta mílíọ̀nù naira; àwọn òṣèré ṣe ìkẹ́dùn leyin iku olóògbé Alex Ekubo

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 8, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 8, 2026

The Nigerian naira traded at ₦1,372.96 against the United States dollar at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, according to official market data.
Naira down to N1,405/$ in parallel market

Naira down to N1,405/$ in parallel market

Protesters urge Senate to delay ambassadorial nominee’s confirmation

Protesters urge Senate to delay ambassadorial nominee’s confirmation

Police Inspector crushed by convoy in Enugu

Police Inspector crushed by convoy in Enugu

Experts examine good, bad sides of solar installations in buildings

Experts examine good, bad sides of solar installations in buildings

World Cup 2026

Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance

Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance

It is Donald Trump's signature dance, but triumphant Belgian footballers stole his "Y.M.C.A." moves after he intervened before the match in which they knocked the United States out of the World Cup.
2026 World Cup: Full list of top scorers after round of 16

2026 World Cup: Full list of top scorers after round of 16

World Cup 2026: Full list of quarter-final fixtures, date and time

World Cup 2026: Full list of quarter-final fixtures, date and time

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Belgium’s Onana ruled out for rest of World Cup with ACL injury

Belgium’s Onana ruled out for rest of World Cup with ACL injury

Metro

Picking holes in Alausa’s proposal to scrap  JSS,SSS education system

Picking holes in Alausa’s proposal to scrap  JSS,SSS education system

Government remains hyper-focused on the “quantity” of out-of-school children while ignoring the “quality” of the education being offered
NIHSA calls for early preparation against 2020 flooding

Over 18m Nigerians exposed to flooding, NiHSA warns

Mile 2-Apapa highway gridlock: Police, LASTMA, FRSC, others helpless

Mile 2-Apapa highway gridlock: Police, LASTMA, FRSC, others helpless

RHETORICS WITHOUT RELIEF: Oghara bleeds as kidnap, killings expose Delta’s security gaps 

RHETORICS WITHOUT RELIEF: Oghara bleeds as kidnap, killings expose Delta’s security gaps 

18 months after Vanguard’s exposé, court orders cleric to pay N200m, rebuild destroyed shrine

18 months after Vanguard’s exposé, court orders cleric to pay N200m, rebuild destroyed shrine

Columns

Should government offices be privatised? By Usman Sarki

Should government offices be privatised? By Usman Sarki

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Rise of Hausa irredentism, by Ochereome Nnanna

Rise of Hausa irredentism, by Ochereome Nnanna

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Okoh Aihe

Toriola’s take on MTN and the telco ecosystem, by Okoh Aihe

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The curious case of Gbaja and the Prince, by Rotimi Fasan

The curious case of Gbaja and the Prince, by Rotimi Fasan

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Who else but Professor Benjamin Nwabueze (2), by Eric Teniola

Insecurity: The possible way out, by Eric Teniola

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Nigerian Army Day celebration: Reflections, achievements and the burden of national security, by Ejiro Ofoye

Nigerian Army Day celebration: Reflections, achievements and the burden of national security, by Ejiro Ofoye

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NYSC

NYSC reform? Beautiful idea, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Entertainment

BRYMO

I had affairs with married women – Singer Brymo

A Nigerian singer has claimed that a fellow music star once asked his then-wife whether she had ever been sexually involved with him, while also admitting that he had relationships with several married women during the early years of his music career.
Remi Tinubu: ‘Many wealthy Nigerians were raised by pepper sellers’ — Portable

Remi Tinubu: ‘Many wealthy Nigerians were raised by pepper sellers’ — Portable

Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi

You’ll never catch me denying I’m a ‘nepo baby’ — Temi Otedola

Video: No image to be protected when kids are being kidnapped — Davido

Video: No image to be protected when kids are being kidnapped — Davido

I don’t date single guys, I go for married men — Esther Nwachukwu

I don’t date single guys, I go for married men — Esther Nwachukwu

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As The World Cup Narrows, The Stakes Get Even Bigger At The Easywin World Cup Festival

Beyond the Degree: How A-Global is Engineering the Solution to Nigeria’s Education Crisis

Beyond the Degree: How A-Global is Engineering the Solution to Nigeria’s Education Crisis

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Verve Accelerates African Expansion, Strengthens Global Acceptance Across Leading Digital Platforms

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From Individual Prodigies to an Ecosystem: Can Africa Build a New Path in World Chess?

Videos

‘I Lost My Money, Wife And Son’ Nigerian Evacuees Recount South Africa Ordeal

‘I Lost My Money, Wife And Son’ Nigerian Evacuees Recount South Africa Ordeal

‘If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…’ — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidate

‘If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…’ — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidate

Tackling security requires collective effort of all Nigerians— Austin Okai

Tackling security requires collective effort of all Nigerians— Austin Okai

Would you rather have a high-paying job in Nigeria or relocate abroad for a better future?

Would you rather have a high-paying job in Nigeria or relocate abroad for a better future?

ICYMI

Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, try B-Haram members, Senate tells FG

Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, try B-Haram members, Senate tells FG

The Senate has urged the Federal Government to halt the policy of rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram members into society, and ensure that perpetrators of terrorism and banditry are, instead, arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law.
I started my ICAN journey at 13, says Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant

I started my ICAN journey at 13, says Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant

Rule of law ahead of 2027: NDC deregistration judgment exhumes 2023 controversies over Tinubu, Shettima

Rule of law ahead of 2027: NDC deregistration judgment exhumes 2023 controversies over Tinubu, Shettima

Power outage in Nigeria

PFIPC scam: DSS, EFCC should unravel criminal network — Presidency

Ndigbo, aviation experts differ over FG’s concession of Akanu Ibiam Int’l Airport Enugu

Ndigbo, aviation experts differ over FG’s concession of Akanu Ibiam Int’l Airport Enugu

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Mr President can’t tell Esau from Jacob

Cartoon: Mr President can’t tell Esau from Jacob

Cartoon: England Kane Congo two strokes

Cartoon: England Kane Congo two strokes

Cartoon: Esprit de ‘corpses’

Cartoon: Esprit de ‘corpses’

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Business

Nigeria’s LNG exports hit N20.06trn as global trade reaches record high

Nigeria’s LNG exports hit N20.06trn as global trade reaches record high

By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Nigeria’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports rose   by one million metric tonnes (Mt) in 2025 to 14.78 Mt, valued at N20.0 trillion,   from   13.78 Mt   in 2024, valued at   N18.89 trillion, reinforcing its position among the world’s leading LNG suppliers as global trade climbed to a record 436.98 Mt, according to […]
Insecurity, soaring operational costs, others stall ICT tax boom

Insecurity, soaring operational costs, others stall ICT tax boom

Recapitalisation: Companies with outstanding claims will not be relicensed — NAICOM

Recapitalisation: Companies with outstanding claims will not be relicensed — NAICOM

Blackout in north

FG incurs N358.3bn electricity subsidy in Q1 — NERC

Beta Glass injects N1tr into economy in 10yrs, unveils new board

Beta Glass injects N1tr into economy in 10yrs, unveils new board

Health

Lagos debunks HIV figures, unveils direct ARV procurement

Lagos debunks HIV figures, unveils direct ARV procurement

Nigeria must fund its health system, experts warns as donor support declines — Expert

Nigeria must fund its health system, experts warns as donor support declines — Expert

NHTDAO: HEWAN applauds as Adigwe is appointed D-G

NHTDAO: HEWAN applauds as Adigwe is appointed D-G

Data-driven journalism key to strengthen PHC, cut maternal, child deaths — Babalola

Data-driven journalism key to strengthen PHC, cut maternal, child deaths — Babalola

Sports

IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 as anthem, flag ban remains

IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 as anthem, flag ban remains

"The IOC is sending a clear signal: the Olympic movement must remain free from politics," Russian sports minister Mikhail Degtyarev said on Telegram, adding Russia planned to participate in qualifiers for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
Insulting football referees is a right, rules European court

Insulting football referees is a right, rules European court

From borrowed racket to world stage: Quadri Yusuf’s squash journey

From borrowed racket to world stage: Quadri Yusuf’s squash journey

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Paris FC confirm Rosenior as new coach

Forest appoint Glasner as new manager

Forest appoint Glasner as new manager

Relationships

When revenge could be therapeutic!

When revenge could be therapeutic!

Dear Bunmi, she has been faking it!

Dear Bunmi, she has been faking it!

My ex turned my life into a non-stop deliverance service

My ex turned my life into a non-stop deliverance service

There is so much police can do to tackle under-aged sex

There is so much police can do to tackle under-aged sex

Special Report

Experts examine good, bad sides of solar installations in buildings

Experts examine good, bad sides of solar installations in buildings

Structural risks from solar panel installations primarily involve weight distribution problems and roof integrity issues

From Vision to Reality: Kwara garment factory creates 2,000 jobs, attracts private investment

From Vision to Reality: Kwara garment factory creates 2,000 jobs, attracts private investment

The Kwara Garment Factory, one of the flagship industrial projects of the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq administration, has created employment for more than 2,000

PFICP Scandal: ‘FG has questions to answer’ -Falana, Atiku, NDC, others demand probe

PFICP Scandal: ‘FG has questions to answer’ -Falana, Atiku, NDC, others demand probe

“I only go to work once a week, the reason being that we have done nothing since we were posted there”

Sheriff Oborevwori

Delta: Renewed herdsmen attacks in Ughelli North heighten calls for government action

Until concrete actions replace promises, the people of Ughelli North may continue to live under the shadow of fear

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Technology

Telcables launches sovereign AI infrastructure to boost Nigeria’s digital economy

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 […]

Google AI: Nigerian singles now date the modern way

Google AI: Nigerian singles now date the modern way

By Juliet Umeh As rising living costs and increasingly busy lifestyles make dating more challenging, Google has highlighted how artificial intelligence, AI, is helping young Nigerians navigate modern romance by planning affordable dates, improving communication and reducing the stress of relationship building. According to the technology company, AI-powered tools such as Gemini, Google Search and […]

CBN DATA LOCALISATION: compliance imminent, infrastructure available — Coker, OADC CEO

CBN DATA LOCALISATION: compliance imminent, infrastructure available — Coker, OADC CEO

By Prince Osuagwu As the January 1, 2027 Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN deadline for financial institutions to localise payment transaction data, approaching faster than imagined, the Chief Executive Officer of Open Access Data Centre, OADC, Dr. Ayotunde Coker, has said Nigerian banks, fintechs and other payment operators no longer have any reason to delay […]

How Denila’s Agentic AI revolutionises Nigerian political system

How Denila’s Agentic AI revolutionises Nigerian political system

By Chidi Okonjo As the countdown to the 2027 general elections begins to reshape the Nigerian political landscape, Delta State has become the unexpected birthplace of a technological revolution that promises to alter the future of electioneering across Africa. Dr. Joshua Denila, the gubernatorial aspirant of the Youth Party, has officially deployed an intelligent agentic […]

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Education

Indecent “sign-out” behaviours: Parents knock unruly conduct

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

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 

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: […]

Lagos school emerges winner of 10th Edition of Tolaram Science Challenge

Lagos school emerges winner of 10th Edition of Tolaram Science Challenge

By Efe Onodjae Iwerekun Community Senior High School, Ibeju-Lekki, has emerged the winner of the 10th edition of Tolaram Science Challenge (TSC), marking their third consecutive win. The school triumphed over Magbon-Alade Senior Grammar School in a keenly contested grand finale of the competition. The Tolaram Science Challenge, sponsored by Lagos Free Zone, is an annual […]

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