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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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‘It’s Either You’re In or Out’: Lawal Challenges Wike Over Tinubu Support and Political Coalition
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has called on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to clarify his political position, arguing that support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should be reconciled with Wike’s…
Wike Says He Will Personally Lead Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Campaign in Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced that he will personally launch and lead the campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in the Federal Capital Territory.…
OK Movement Insists Its Campaign Council Remains Valid as Dispute With NDC Escalates
The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, popularly known as the OK Movement, has reaffirmed the validity of its Presidential Campaign Council, insisting that the structure it announced remains operational despite disagreement with the…
Peter Obi Vows to Jail Election Riggers Under His Administration
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has said anyone found rigging an election under his administration would face imprisonment, including individuals involved in manipulating even a…
Anambra Debt Dispute Deepens as Government Releases N363.381m Workers’ Arrears Document
The Anambra State Government has released a document approving the payment of ₦363.381 million as the second tranche of salary arrears owed to workers, pensioners and next of kin of…
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Bae U Barbie Says Dissatisfaction With “Average” Content Inspired His Move Into Podcasting
Nigerian comedian and content creator Adebayo Ridwan Abidemi, popularly known as Bae U Barbie, has explained why he moved away from skit-making and pursued podcasting. The entertainer said he became…
Kwam 1 Brings NURTW Leaders MC Oluomo and Tafa Sego Together in Reconciliation Effort
Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, has brokered a reconciliation between National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) National President Musiliu Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo,…
Peter Okoye, Jude Okoye, P-Square, SACEM, EFCC, Federal High Court Lagos, Music Royalties, Northside Music Limited, Court Proceedings
Singer Peter Okoye has told a Federal High Court in Lagos that he received more than $800,000 in music royalties from French rights organisation SACEM but did not share the…
Kamo State Addresses Speculation Over Funke Akindele’s Absence at Star Lomo Premiere
Nigerian skit maker and actor Akinyoola Ayoola, popularly known as Kamo State, has addressed speculation surrounding Nollywood actress Funke Akindele’s absence from the premiere of his debut cinema film, Star…
‘I Can’t Control a 50-Year-Old Woman’s Life’ — Charly Boy Defends Daughter
Veteran entertainer says his role is to advise rather than control his adult daughter’s decisions Veteran Nigerian entertainer Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has defended his daughter…
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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…