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Dabiri-Erewa, Rufai Oseni Clash Over Alleged Misrepresentation of Post About Igbo People
The chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and ARISE Television presenter Rufai Oseni have exchanged sharp criticism over journalistic responsibility and a social media post that…
NPC Chairman Aminu Wushishi Dies After Brief Illness
The Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, has died after a brief illness. Wushishi reportedly died on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Niger State, with…
BREAKING: FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Eid ul Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The declaration was announced on…
Goodluck Jonathan 2027 Endorsement Talks Tear PDP Apart
Moves suggesting possible endorsement of former President Goodluck Jonathan for 2027 trigger fresh divisions within the PDP. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is reportedly facing internal tension following renewed political…
“Too Much Injustice in Nigeria” — Rapper Skepta Calls Out Global Community Over Nigeria’s Crisis
British-Nigerian rapper urges international attention on Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and governance challenges. British-Nigerian rapper Skepta has sparked conversation after speaking out on what he describes as rising injustice in Nigeria,…
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‘Tinubu Will Win 2027 Election Without Runoff’ — Wike Declares
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has predicted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election without a runoff, expressing confidence that no current contender…
Oyo Government Denies Confirmed Diphtheria Outbreak, Says Suspected Cases Under Surveillance
The Oyo State Government has rejected claims by the Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation that diphtheria is affecting 16 local government areas in the state, insisting that no case of…
Ekiti Generates ₦88.4bn in Four Years as Oyebanji Projects ₦32bn Revenue for 2026
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has reported a substantial increase in the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR), attributing the growth to reforms in tax administration, digital transformation and the expansion…
Peter Obi Calls for Stronger Disaster Preparedness, Warns Against Governance Failures
Former Anambra State governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on governments at all levels to strengthen disaster prevention, improve emergency preparedness and protect vulnerable…
Yinka Quadri Explains Why He Supports Tinubu’s Re-election Bid, Cites Past Support for Actors
Veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri has explained his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid, citing what he described as the President’s longstanding assistance to entertainment practitioners and his…
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Peller Says He Accidentally Transferred ₦900,000 Instead of ₦90,000, Claims He Spent ₦15m in Days
Nigerian streamer and TikTok personality Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has recounted a costly money-transfer mistake after allegedly sending ₦900,000 instead of ₦90,000 to an airport worker who had…
T Classic Says He Discovered Ex-Partner’s Alleged Infidelity Through Gmail, YouTube and iPhone Notes
Nigerian singer T Classic has recounted how he allegedly discovered infidelity in a past relationship through applications he did not expect to be involved, including Gmail, YouTube and the Notes…
Yinka Quadri Explains Why He Supports Tinubu’s Re-election Bid, Cites Past Support for Actors
Veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri has explained his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid, citing what he described as the President’s longstanding assistance to entertainment practitioners and his…
Diddy Hospitalised After Head Injury While Serving Prison Sentence in New Jersey
American rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has reportedly been hospitalised after sustaining a head injury while serving his prison sentence at a federal correctional facility in New Jersey.…
Mayorkun Says Parents Should Not Dictate Who Their Children Marry
Nigerian singer Mayorkun has said adults should have the freedom to choose their marriage partners, arguing that parents should not dictate whom their children marry. The singer made the remarks…
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CBN Urges Nigerians to Handle Naira Notes With Care, Pride and Dignity
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has urged Nigerians, particularly traders and other frequent users of cash, to handle naira notes with care, pride and dignity as part of efforts…
Nigerian Navy Imposes 13-Hour Curfew on Calabar–Oron Route
Movement restricted on key waterways to tackle piracy, kidnapping, and smuggling The Nigerian Navy has announced a 13-hour daily restriction on movement along the Calabar–Oron water channel in a bid…
Nigeria Calls for African Cooperation to Boost AI Capacity
NITDA pushes regional collaboration to strengthen AI infrastructure and digital sovereignty Nigeria has called on African countries to deepen cooperation in building artificial intelligence (AI) capacity, warning that the continent…
EFCC Boss Reveals 6-Month Money Laundering Probe Into Pastor Jerry Eze, Says No Evidence Found
Anti-graft commission clarifies investigation was based on intelligence reports before cleric was cleared of wrongdoing A statement attributed to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola…
Army Intercepts Suspected Bomb-Making Materials in Abuja
Troops arrest 11 suspects linked to alleged explosive device production in Kuje area. Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted 11 suspected criminals in Kuje Area Council of the Federal…