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PFIPC Scandal: Alleged ‘fake’ DG Adeyemi seeks bail, access to lawyers, doctor

PFIPC Scandal: Alleged ‘fake’ DG Adeyemi seeks bail, access to lawyers, doctor

Although the court directed that he be allowed access to his lawyer, it declined to grant the other requests until it hears from respondents
Atiku Abubakar

Presidency should explain Tinubu’s $460,000 forfeiture, not attack my lobbyist – Atiku

Troops rescue six kidnapped victims in Kebbi

Troops rescue six kidnapped victims in Kebbi

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Uber Exit: Nigeria now ‘graveyard of businesses’ — ADC

Uber Exit: Nigeria now ‘graveyard of businesses’ — ADC

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described Uber’s exit from Nigeria as fresh evidence that the country is becoming a ‘graveyard of businesses’. The party said the departure of the global ride-hailing company after 12 years was at odds with the Federal Government’s claim of economic progress, as businesses contend […]

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Starlink launches satellite internet in UAE after securing 10-year licence

Starlink launches satellite internet in UAE after securing 10-year licence

Starlink has officially launched its satellite internet service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), days after receiving a 10-year licence from the country’s telecommunications regulator.

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Exam Malpractice: Alausa warns parents, teachers, school owners

Exam Malpractice: Alausa warns parents, teachers, school owners

…FG tightens controls on public examinations By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has warned parents, teachers, school proprietors, principals, invigilators and students involved in examination malpractice that they will face the consequences as it intensifies efforts to restore credibility to Nigeria’s public examination system. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, issued […]

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Emir of Gumel, Ahmed Sani II, dies in Cairo

Emir of Gumel, Ahmed Sani II, dies in Cairo

DUTSE — The Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Alhaji Dr Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, CON, has died in Cairo, Egypt. Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, disclosed the monarch’s death in a condolence message issued on Thursday. According to Pantami, the emir died on Thursday, September 3, 2026, […]

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Saudi Arabia league quality same as Premier League – Watkins

Saudi Arabia league quality same as Premier League – Watkins

Ollie Watkins has claimed that the level of football in the Saudi Pro League is comparable to the Premier League after making a scoring debut for Al Hilal.

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2027: Falana, Obe demand strict adherence to electoral rules

2027: Falana, Obe demand strict adherence to electoral rules

….Lawyers warn vote buying, intimidation may undermine polls By Adesina Wahab LAGOS — Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr Femi Falana, and human rights lawyer, Ms Ayo Obe, have warned that the 2027 general elections may not be credible if flaws associated with previous electoral exercises persist. The duo spoke on Thursday at the 25th […]

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Greenwood, Guendouzi face UEFA probe after Fenerbahce-Lyon clash

Greenwood, Guendouzi face UEFA probe after Fenerbahce-Lyon clash

Fenerbahce said UEFA had opened disciplinary proceedings against both players and the club following the second leg of the Champions League playoff.

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No reprisal for journalists who criticise me — Tinubu

No reprisal for journalists who criticise me — Tinubu

By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has assured journalists of his administration’s commitment to press freedom, saying those who criticise or attack him should have no fear of government reprisal. Tinubu spoke on Thursday in Abuja at the centenary celebration of the Daily Times and the unveiling of the Nigerian Grand Book […]

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3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON

3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON

The qualification race for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is officially underway, with 21 spots remaining to complete the final 24-nation lineup.

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Niger Republic: Nigeria won’t support military Coup — Minister

Niger Republic: Nigeria won’t support military Coup — Minister

By Favour Ulebor ABUJA — The Federal Government has dismissed claims circulating on social media that Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) supported the recent failed coup attempt in Niger Republic. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, in a statement on Thursday, described the claims as baseless, […]

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2027: We won’t boycott polls despite INEC’s provocation — ADC

2027: We won’t boycott polls despite INEC’s provocation — ADC

"We will not boycott the 2027 polls despite INEC's provocations. We are fully ready to resist any form of illegality at the polls to ensure the will of the people is not subverted by INEC or any political grouping, or the Rainbow Coalition.
Imo, Kwara govs at ‘war’with me — Wike

Imo, Kwara govs at ‘war’with me — Wike

Fuel subsidy: Atiku’s third U-turn exposes political posturing — PRESIDENCY

2027: Tinubu to secure 25% in north, Atiku below 10% in south — Wike

Francis Nwifuru

Ebonyi council chairmen who fail to deliver APC victory in 2027’ll be removed – Nwifuru

Why I want to be Nigeria’s president — Donald Duke

Why I want to be Nigeria’s president — Donald Duke

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

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BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

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Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

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ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

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North, biggest beneficiary of my reforms —TINUBU

‘Nigerians can insult, attack me and still sleep well,’ says Tinubu

According to him, his tolerance for criticisms lies at the heart of his administration's Renewed Hope Agenda and its commitment to press freedom.
4 things to know about new UK worker visa rules allowing change of employers

4 things to know about new UK worker visa rules allowing change of employers

Despite 53.7m barrels supplied, Nigeria’s refineries still face crude crunch

Despite 53.7m barrels supplied, Nigeria’s refineries still face crude crunch

Fubara

Fubara signs 2026 Rivers budget into law

‘Good News’ — Nigerians react as UK allows foreign workers to change employers

‘Good News’ — Nigerians react as UK allows foreign workers to change employers

Metro

AAUA students block highway, protest 68-day ASUU strike

AAUA students block highway, protest 68-day ASUU strike

By Dayo Johnson, Akure Students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, on Thursday blocked major roads around the institution in protest against the 68-day strike that has kept them away from academic activities. The students, led by the Students’ Union Government, SUG, shut the university’s main gate and roads linking the institution to the highway, […]
Nigeria’s PPP Moment: From abandoned projects to assets that work

Nigerians see no signs of economic growth —Labour

Awujale Stool: Court warns parties to maintain status quo 

Awujale Stool: Court warns parties to maintain status quo 

Babies in the rubble: Inside Lagos’ growing child abandonment crisis

Babies in the rubble: Inside Lagos’ growing child abandonment crisis

Wellington Clinics denies involvement in alleged kidney transplant deal

Wellington Clinics denies involvement in alleged kidney transplant deal

Columns

Olu Fasan

Lies, damned lies about fuel subsidy removal in Nigeria, by Olu Fasan

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As Tinubu’s dark past imperils Nigeria’s future, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

As Tinubu’s dark past imperils Nigeria’s future, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

Seven words that quietly damage credibility, by Ruth Oji

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Why completing abandoned buildings for habitation is dangerous —Experts

Why completing abandoned buildings for habitation is dangerous —Experts

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Okoh Aihe

For NBC, a time to rise above the puddle, by Okoh Aihe

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Atiku Abubakar’s petrol subsidy gambit, by Rotimi Fasan

Atiku Abubakar’s petrol subsidy gambit, by Rotimi Fasan

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Opposition must unite or surrender, by Ochereome Nnanna

Opposition must unite or surrender, by Ochereome Nnanna

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Entertainment

How King Sunny Adé’s Album made U.S. Billboard history — US Mission

How King Sunny Adé’s Album made U.S. Billboard history — US Mission

Nigeria’s musical influence in the United States dates back decades, with legendary juju musician King Sunny Adé making history on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart in 1983. The U.S. Mission Nigeria disclosed this on its X platform on Thursday as part of its #ThisWeekinUSNigeriaHistory series. According to the mission, King Sunny Adé’s Jùjú Music spent […]
‘I thought of selling my laptop’ – Ex-BBN star Danboskid opens up on struggles

‘I thought of selling my laptop’ – Ex-BBN star Danboskid opens up on struggles

Disney star Carla Jeffery dies at 33

Disney star Carla Jeffery dies at 33

Davido hits back at Erigga over ‘family money’ tweet

Davido hits back at Erigga over ‘family money’ tweet

I used to go for auditions with puff-puff, chicken to sell — Patience Ozokwo

I used to go for auditions with puff-puff, chicken to sell — Patience Ozokwo

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How Chinese Used-Car Platforms Are Expanding Access to Affordable Vehicles in Africa

How Chinese Used-Car Platforms Are Expanding Access to Affordable Vehicles in Africa

AfroPari app: Everything for gaming — in one mobile app

AfroPari app: Everything for gaming — in one mobile app

Phillips Consulting Presents PASGA Report, Setting the Evidence Base for a More Capable, Future-Ready Federal Civil Service

Phillips Consulting Presents PASGA Report, Setting the Evidence Base for a More Capable, Future-Ready Federal Civil Service

How mobile sports betting is changing modern India – Examining The Evolution & Rise in Popularity

How mobile sports betting is changing modern India – Examining The Evolution & Rise in Popularity

Videos

Highlights from Vanguard alumni celebration of Uncle Sam, 40 years of Vanguard

Highlights from Vanguard alumni celebration of Uncle Sam, 40 years of Vanguard

I’ll resist anti-people policies in Lagos Assembly – ADC’s Ayo Adio

I’ll resist anti-people policies in Lagos Assembly – ADC’s Ayo Adio

‘My Father’s Achievements Immortalised Him ‘ — Seyi Jakande, Chairman Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA

‘My Father’s Achievements Immortalised Him ‘ — Seyi Jakande, Chairman Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

ICYMI

2027: I’ll be Atiku, Obi’s first casualty if Tinubu loses — Wike

2027: I’ll be Atiku, Obi’s first casualty if Tinubu loses — Wike

By Omeiza Ajayi, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he would be the first politician to suffer the consequences should former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress ADC or Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi defeated President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, citing […]
Bank of America VP dies after stabbing in New York’s Times Square

Bank of America VP dies after stabbing in New York’s Times Square

EFCC

EFCC now freezing suspicious funds in 72hrs, targets crypto wallets – Olukoyede

Friend tricked me into kidney removal, spent payment on gadgets — Victim

Friend tricked me into kidney removal, spent payment on gadgets — Victim

Shettima bans congratulatory advertisements on his birthday

Shettima bans congratulatory advertisements on his birthday

Today’s toons

NFF board resignation: Odegbami, Ikhana, Owolabi, Bako react

Cartoon: ‘Sir, is that the game in your stomach?’

Cartoon: ‘Hello… who’s fooling who?’

Cartoon: ‘Hello… who’s fooling who?’

Cartoon: Grammar governor, shakis governor, native doctor governor, dancing governor – what’s next?

Cartoon: Grammar governor, shakis governor, native doctor governor, dancing governor – what’s next?

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Business

Insurance firms must adhere to prudential standards — NAICOM

Insurance firms must adhere to prudential standards — NAICOM

By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief ABUJA — The Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Olusegun Omosehin, has warned insurance companies to strictly adhere to prudential standards and ethical conduct following the conclusion of the industry’s recapitalisation exercise. Omosehin gave the warning on Thursday at the launch of the Insurance Sector Strengthening Programme (ISSP) in Abuja. He […]
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4.85m customers still unmetered

Credit to private sector declines 15% in July

Credit to private sector declines 15% in July

N17trn pension funds go into FG securities, PenCom raises alarm

N17trn pension funds go into FG securities, PenCom raises alarm

Africa needs $200bn yearly energy investment — IPPG

Africa needs $200bn yearly energy investment — IPPG

Health

Lagos unveils three-year HIV prevention, treatment strategic plan

Lagos unveils three-year HIV prevention, treatment strategic plan

Cancer: Bricon Foundation donates N50m Bras, prostheses to 600 survivors

Cancer: Bricon Foundation donates N50m Bras, prostheses to 600 survivors

Africa grows more tobacco, spends more on imported cigarettes — WHO

Africa grows more tobacco, spends more on imported cigarettes — WHO

Wellington Clinics denies involvement in alleged kidney transplant deal

Wellington Clinics denies involvement in alleged kidney transplant deal

Sports

Saudi Arabia league quality same as Premier League – Watkins

Saudi Arabia league quality same as Premier League – Watkins

Ollie Watkins has claimed that the level of football in the Saudi Pro League is comparable to the Premier League after making a scoring debut for Al Hilal.
Greenwood, Guendouzi face UEFA probe after Fenerbahce-Lyon clash

Greenwood, Guendouzi face UEFA probe after Fenerbahce-Lyon clash

3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON

3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON

‘A player we’ll miss’— Mourinho pays tribute to Messi

‘A player we’ll miss’— Mourinho pays tribute to Messi

Ronaldo inspired my move to Al Nassr — Postecoglou

Ronaldo inspired my move to Al Nassr — Postecoglou

Relationships

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

love, boyfriend, wife, child, keys, husband

Escapades of a typical ‘area father!’

Why some exes never truly leave, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Why some exes never truly leave, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Parents who think their children are the greatest!

Parents who think their children are the greatest!

Special Report

Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027

Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027

From cheaper fuel and millions of jobs to free education, more electricity, stronger healthcare and safer communities, offers are getting bigger.

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

‘I couldn’t register for NECO because I believed I would pass WAEC at credit level at once. I was disappointed twice. I can’t go through that again”

Peace Accord

2027 Peace Accord not uhuru for credible electoral process – CSOs, lawyers

“Some will, some may not. People take agreements more seriously when there are consequences for breaking them.”

756 cases in 7 months: Experts seek tougher actions against Nigeria's sexual violence

756 cases in 7 months: Experts seek tougher actions against Nigeria’s sexual violence

Despite existing laws, awareness campaigns and interventions by government and non-governmental organisations, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) remains a major concern in Nigeria, with 756 cases recorded by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) between January and July 2026.

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Technology

Nigeria First: Indigenous businesses still need more protection — Ekeh

Nigeria First: Indigenous businesses still need more protection — Ekeh

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech EditorDespite the Nigeria First Policy designed to give indigenous businesses greater opportunities in government procurement, Nigerian companies are still not getting enough protection, Chairman of Zinox Group, Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, has warned. Ekeh said the situation could spell doom for the economy, arguing that Nigeria cannot build a sustainable digital […]

New app, Gemnex, remodels learning for tertiary students using Whatsapp

New app, Gemnex, remodels learning for tertiary students using Whatsapp

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Social media platforms, whatsapp, X, formerly Twitter, and others are now seriously undergoing reimagining. Prior to this time, they were just platforms basically for fun and social interactions. As time went on, they doubled as strong information blocs serving even the most critical research ventures as reliable resource engines. At […]

Beyond battery, Xiaomi’s new phone built for pace of everyday life — Li Shuyue, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi

Beyond battery, Xiaomi’s new phone built for pace of everyday life — Li Shuyue, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor The most talked about feature of the newly introduced REDMI 17, is its long-lasting battery performance.The device was designed to give users more freedom to go through their day without constantly thinking about their next charge, with its 7,500mAh battery. Makers of the phone, Xiaomi, say the phone is designed […]

Nigeria pushes aggressive native AI growth

Nigeria pushes aggressive native AI growth

…As SBTS targets cybersecurity, compliance with Aegis360AI By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Nigeria’s ambition to reduce its dependence on foreign artificial intelligence templates is gaining momentum, with more home-grown AI initiatives emerging to tackle the country’s peculiar economic, security and regulatory challenges. The latest addition to the growing local AI mix is Aegis360AI, an AI-native […]

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Education

UNN equips academics with AI skills to transform research, teaching

UNN equips academics with AI skills to transform research, teaching

By Chinedu Adonu The Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has begun equipping its academics and students with practical Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills to improve research, teaching, postgraduate supervision and academic administration. The initiative was the major outcome of a two-day Train-the-Trainers Workshop on “Artificial Intelligence for Academia Productivity,” organised by […]

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain

‘I couldn’t register for NECO because I believed I would pass WAEC at credit level at once. I was disappointed twice. I can’t go through that again”

Technology must amplify, not diminish our humanity – Enikuomehin, LASU DVC

Technology must amplify, not diminish our humanity – Enikuomehin, LASU DVC

By Adesina WahabThough human thinking is being increasingly mediated by digital technology, it must be consciously shaped so that technology will amplify and not diminish our humanity, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Lagos State University, LASU, Prof. Oluwatoyin Enikuomehin, has said. He make the submission while delivering the 127th inaugural lecture of the university titled, […]

FG agency, partners Premiere Academy on leadership skills training for students

FG agency, partners Premiere Academy on leadership skills training for students

By Adesina Wahab The Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) has concluded plans, in conjunction with the management of Premiere Academy, Abuja, to facilitate a leadership training boot camp for final year students of the school. CLTC is a Federal Government agency under the Federal Ministry of Youths Development that provides informal, experiential leadership and […]

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