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IGP Disu Proposes 200% Gratuity for Retired Police Officers Amid Pension Concerns
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has proposed a gratuity equivalent to 200 per cent under a potential reform of retirement benefits for police personnel, as authorities consider ways to…
Dokubo-Asari Visits Sultan of Sokoto, Invites Monarch to Coronation Ceremony
Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari has visited the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, to invite the revered monarch to his forthcoming coronation ceremony as Da Amakiri Tubo. The…
‘Counterfeiters Won’t Stop Until Death Penalty Is Imposed’ — Bayo Onanuga
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has argued that counterfeiters will not abandon their activities until the death penalty is imposed on them.…
Sokoto Begins Salary Payments to 3,100 Newly Recruited Civil Servants
State government says the payments followed a verification exercise to confirm that the new employees had reported to their assigned offices. The Sokoto State Government has commenced salary payments to…
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…
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ADC Slams APC Over Reported ₦1 Billion Luxury SUVs for Youth Leaders Amid Economic Hardship
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the reported distribution of seven luxury sport utility vehicles (SUVs), estimated to be worth about ₦1 billion, to youth leaders of the ruling…
Atiku Hits Back at Shettima Over Education Remarks, Raises Questions About Tinubu’s Academic Records
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised Vice-President Kashim Shettima over remarks concerning his educational background, arguing that the Federal Government should focus on Nigeria’s economic difficulties rather than personal exchanges…
‘I Know What I Came Into Office to Do’ — Tinubu Defends Economic Reforms
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s economic reform programme, saying the government is working to overcome Nigeria’s long-standing structural challenges, attract investment, create jobs and deliver shared prosperity.…
Shettima Says Peter Obi Has Nothing to Offer Beyond ‘Dubious Statistics’
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has criticised Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), arguing that the former Anambra State governor has little to offer Nigeria beyond what…
Kaduna APC Urges Atiku to Abandon 2027 Presidential Ambition and Join Tinubu
The Kaduna State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to abandon his presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 general election and support President…
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‘Afrobeats Will Grow Bigger Through Unity and Collaboration’ — Blaqbonez
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has called for greater unity and collaboration among Afrobeats artistes, arguing that collective efforts could help expand the genre’s influence and strengthen the Nigerian music industry. The…
Chris Brown Receives Eight-Month Suspended Sentence Over 2023 London Nightclub Attack
American singer Chris Brown has received an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for 12 months, following his guilty plea over an assault on music producer Abraham Diaw at a London nightclub…
Trump Draws Attention After Remark About Nicki Minaj at Michigan Rally
United States President Donald Trump drew attention during a political rally in Michigan after making a remark about rapper Nicki Minaj’s physical appearance while addressing supporters. The comment came during…
King Mitchy Alleges Burna Boy Has Yet to Reimburse VeryDarkMan for ₦250m School Project
Philanthropist and social media personality King Mitchy has alleged that Nigerian singer Burna Boy has yet to reimburse social media activist VeryDarkMan for money reportedly spent on school construction projects.…
Tope Alabi Gives Pastor Tayo Kumuyi 24 Hours to Retract Allegations Linking Her to Toluwanisings’ Death
Nigerian gospel singer Tope Alabi has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Canada-based pastor Tayo Kumuyi, demanding the withdrawal of social media allegations linking her to the death of fellow gospel…
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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…