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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,…
EFCC Chairman Apologizes to Nigerian Doctors Over UUTH Controversy
Ola Olukoyede moves to calm outrage after incident involving Uyo Teaching Hospital staff Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has reportedly apologized to Professor Eyo…
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‘Tinubu, Obi Cannot Win the North Without Atiku’ — Amaechi Backs ADC Ticket’s Regional Appeal
Former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi has argued that the opposition’s chances of winning substantial support in Northern Nigeria would be weakened without former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as its…
Atiku Demands INEC Clarification on Staff Redeployments, Election Materials Ahead of 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to explain reported personnel changes in key departments and disclose details of arrangements for producing and…
Tinubu Acknowledges Hardship From Fuel Subsidy Removal, Promises Cheaper Transport Alternatives
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has acknowledged that the removal of petrol subsidy has imposed hardship on many Nigerian households, saying his administration is expanding alternative transportation services to help reduce…
Ekiti at 30: Oyebanji Unveils 30-Year Vision, Tasks Youth on Innovation and Economic Growth
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has unveiled a long-term vision for the state’s development, calling for greater investment in innovation, enterprise and the practical application of knowledge as Ekiti marks…
‘We Are Not Worried About ADC’ — Kwankwaso Speaks on NDC’s 2027 Chances
Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed confidence in the electoral prospects of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), dismissing concerns about competition from the African Democratic Congress (ADC)…
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‘I Have No Desire to Leave Nigeria; This Country Made Me Who I Am’ — Shaffy Bello
Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has declared that she has no desire to leave Nigeria, describing the country as home and the place that shaped her identity, despite the challenges confronting…
Davido’s sister Sharon says she did not realise family’s wealth until age 21
Sharon Adeleke, the elder sister of Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that she did not fully appreciate the extent of her family’s wealth until…
Peller urges people to continue pregnancies, speaks against abortion
Nigerian social media personality Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has urged people facing pregnancy decisions to consider continuing their pregnancies, describing pregnancy as a positive development and speaking…
Banky W reflects on journey into pastoral ministry in the US
Nigerian singer, filmmaker and entrepreneur Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has reflected on his journey into pastoral ministry, describing how a major setback in his political career helped…
VIDEO: Burna Boy to Host AfroBank FM on Grand Theft Auto VI
Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy is set to bring African music to the fictional streets of Grand Theft Auto VI after being announced as one of the hosts of the…
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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…