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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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‘You Can Insult And Attack Me And Still Sleep Well’ — Tinubu
Tinubu Says Nigerians Can Criticise Him Without Fear President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said Nigerians can insult or verbally attack him and still go to sleep without fear of government…
Atiku Supports IPMAN Demand For Lower Petrol Prices
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has backed the call by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) for government intervention to help reduce petrol prices. Atiku said the position…
Presidency Clarifies US FOIA Case Involving Tinubu
The Presidency has clarified that the ongoing legal dispute in the United States involving records relating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a civil Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) matter…
Wike: Tinubu Benefited From Atiku-Obi Vote Split In 2023
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu benefited from the division of opposition votes between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter…
Atiku Challenges Tinubu Over $460,000 US Forfeiture
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to explain the circumstances surrounding a $460,000 forfeiture in the United States. Atiku…
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Nollywood Actor Expresses Confidence In Tinubu, Shettima’s 2027 Bid
Nollywood actor Saidi Balogun has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima will complete eight years in office. Balogun made the declaration in a video…
Burna Boy Reportedly Surpasses 4 Billion YouTube Views
Nigerian Superstar Reaches Major Milestone On Video Platform Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy has reportedly crossed the four-billion mark in total views across his YouTube channel, according to figures circulating…
Seun Kuti Recalls Chaotic Exit From Peller’s Wedding, Blames Crowd Around Venue
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has offered a humorous account of the atmosphere surrounding the wedding of Nigerian content creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and social media personality Elizabeth…
Zubby Michael: Some Nollywood Gatekeepers Fear Supporting Igbo Talents Who Could Become Competitors
Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has claimed that some industry gatekeepers and executives are reluctant to support emerging Igbo talents because they fear the younger creatives could eventually become competitors. Michael…
Francis Duru Questions Decline of Igbo Stories on Netflix, Urges Industry to Protect Heritage
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has raised concerns over what he described as the declining visibility of Igbo-language films and stories centred on Igbo cultural heritage. Duru made the remarks…
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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…
Sowore Confronts Malami Over Past Prosecution
Omoyele Sowore has confronted former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami over past actions while in office. Sowore reportedly told Malami that he now understands what it means to be…