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The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Olamide Oladiji, has stated that the attempt by some aggrieved lawmakers to impeach him stems from their grievances with Governor Lucky …

Kun Khalifat FC star Lekan Gabriel has assured the club’s supporters that the team will secure maximum points in their clash against Nasarawa United. The Owerri-based club will face Nasarawa …

The Nigerian wrestling team has departed Abuja for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, as the nation hopes for a strong performance. President of the Nigeria …

No fewer than 150 Palestinians, including a woman who is nine months pregnant, have mysteriously landed in South Africa without any exit stamp from Israeli authorities. It was gathered that …

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has promised that the Nigerian Air Force will relentlessly pursue insurgents, terrorists, and criminal gangs undermining the country’s security, insisting …

A new prosecutor has taken over the election interference case in the US state of Georgia against President Donald Trump after the previous district attorney was removed. Peter Skandalakis, the …

The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested three suspected child traffickers and rescued 17 children in Zaria. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, disclosed this in a statement released …

As qualification rounds continue worldwide, more countries have confirmed their places at the 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup. As of Thursday, the following teams have officially secured their spots in …

The Super Eagles have booked their place in the final of the African playoffs for the 2026 World Cup after a thrilling 4-1 victory over Gabon in Rabat on Thursday. …

Drake finds himself embroiled in yet another legal matter, this time involving an Italian photographer. According to an exclusive report by Grouchy Greg Watkins of AllHipHop, the Canadian music icon …

President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a bipartisan bill to end the longest government shutdown in United States history — a 43-day standoff that crippled Washington, left hundreds of thousands …

The Federal Government has concluded plans to engage retired military officers in community policing as part of efforts to reclaim ungoverned spaces across the country and enhance local security. The …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the Nigerian media to ensure that their criticism of government policies and actions remains fair, informed, and constructive, saying such engagement should strengthen, …

Retired military generals have expressed strong displeasure over the clash between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and a naval officer, A. Yerima, following allegations of …

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has stated that the club has no plans to re-sign Lionel Messi.   Messi left the LaLiga giants for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 after failing to …

The Federal Government has officially scrapped the national policy mandating the use of indigenous languages as the medium of instruction in schools, directing teachers across Nigeria to adopt English as …

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has called on Nigerian editors to be pillars of democracy, national unity, and electoral integrity as the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections.   …

The Senate on Wednesday approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to borrow ₦1.15 trillion from the domestic debt market to finance the deficit in the 2025 national budget. The approval …

The President/Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, plans to invest up to $1 billion in Zimbabwe to develop cement and power plants, as well as a fuel pipeline. …

Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has called on Nigerian universities to establish Artificial Intelligence (AI) task forces to guide the responsible use of …

There was tension in Abuja on Tuesday when soldiers prevented the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, from gaining access to a parcel of land located in …

The  Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu has succeeded in putting an end to the regimes of volatility and unpredictability that once …

Carlos Alcaraz battled to victory over Taylor Fritz at the ATP Finals on Tuesday, moving to within one win of securing the year-end number one ranking for the second time. …

The All Progressives Congress (APC)in Cross River State has demanded the removal of its State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, over allegations of embezzlement, misconduct, and misappropriation of party funds, as well …

The Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Tuesday performed a groundbreaking ceremony of the Kwale Free Trade Zone, Kwale, Ndokwa West Local Government Area. Oborevwori said the KFTZ is a …

Russia on Monday dismissed as delusional the notion that Ukraine could win the ongoing war, even as its military claimed to have captured three additional villages along the vast front …

The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to remain calm in the face of the ongoing diplomatic spat between the United States and Nigeria. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, …

Nigerian politician, businessman, and social reform advocate, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has officially resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the …

National Chairman, All Progressives Grand Alliance, Sly Ezeokenwa, has described the Saturday governorship election in Anambra State as “one of the most transparent and well-organised elections” in the history of …

The immediate past Chief Imam of Lagos State University, Prof. Amidu Sanni, has described United States President Donald Trump’s threat of military action against Nigeria as “the misadventure of a …

Ned Nwoko, the estranged husband of Nollywood star Regina Daniels, has stated that he gave his mother-in-law, Rita Daniels, no less than N125 million over the past two years.   …

Members of Iraq’s security forces and internally displaced people went to the polls for early voting on Sunday ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections. Polling stations opened at 04:00 GMT …

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Chukwuma Soludo as the winner of the Anambra State governorship election held on November 8.   The Returning Officer and Vice-Chancellor …

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber, Stanley Chibuike, who reportedly concealed a pistol in a loaf of bread. The Spokesperson of the command, SP Bright …

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has expressed concern over the growing economic losses Africa suffers due to outbound medical tourism, estimating that the continent loses about $10 billion annually, with …

Donald Trump has granted Hungary a one-year exemption from U.S. sanctions on purchasing oil and gas from Russia, according to a White House official. During Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s …

The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has distanced herself from a viral social media post that allegedly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over Nigeria’s security …

North Korea’s defence minister warned Saturday of more “offensive action”, as Washington and Seoul criticised Pyongyang’s latest ballistic missile launch. North Korea’s missile launch on Friday came just over a …

The Dutch Electoral Council officially declared Rob Jetten the winner of last week’s election on Friday, setting the 38-year-old centrist on course to become the country’s youngest-ever prime minister. Jetten …

Nigeria’s finest scorers have made a lasting impact in UEFA competitions, carving their names into European football history through unforgettable goals, record-breaking performances and club triumphs. From the UEFA Champions …

Determined to stem the tide of lingering Boko Haram/ISWAP crisis, the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, has on Thursday paid a maiden Operational and …

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed his own government for rising consumer prices on Thursday, boosting pressure on the managers of the sanctions-hit economy. The annual inflation rate stood at nearly …

The Federal Road Safety Corps FCT command said it arrested over 27,000 drivers for various road traffic offences between July and September. The Sector Commander, Mr Felix Theman, made this …

The United States government has arrested five international fugitives wanted by Germany, which charged th​e individuals for ​their roles in a mega fraud. The criminal network, ​in cahoots with German …

The Federal Government has alleged that foreign lobbyists, particularly in the United States, are driving claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria and influencing international perceptions of the country’s security …

The Kano State Government has approved ₦3.3 billion for the implementation of water supply and energy projects aimed at improving access to clean and safe drinking water across the state. …

European Union (EU) environment ministers have approved a new plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent by 2040, following lengthy negotiations in Brussels, just weeks before the UN …

Max Dowman of Arsenal created history on Tuesday by being the first 15-year-old to participate in the UEFA Champions League, moving Lamine Yamal and Youssoufa Moukoko to second and third …

Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City in a political earthquake that will put a 34-year-old democratic socialist in charge of America’s largest city. The Independent Mirror reports …

A 16-year-old student of Chrisland Schools, Naomi Olayinka, has emerged as the top in the World in English as a Second Language at the 2024 Cambridge International General Certificate of …

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has charged the graduating nurses at Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, to uphold the professional ethics of the nursing profession at all times. …

The People’s Republic of China has expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration while warning against foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs following a recent threat by U.S. President …

The threat by former U.S. President Donald Trump to invade Nigeria if the government continues to allow the killing of Christians has stirred widespread reactions. For those who have suffered …

Nigerian hopefuls Rivers United will face title-holders Pyramids of Egypt after the CAF Champions League group draw was made in Johannesburg on Monday. Renaissance Berkane of Morocco and Power Dynamos …

The Government of Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, attributing it to security concerns following reports of alleged U.S. military plans over Christian killings and …

President Donald Trump alleged Sunday that countries including Russia and China have conducted underground nuclear tests unknown to the public, and that the United States would follow suit. “Russia’s testing, …

Nuno Espirito Santo celebrated his first win as West Ham manager on Sunday as his spirited team battled from behind to beat Newcastle 3-1 at the London Stadium. The Hammers remain in …

The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed concern over recent comments by the United States President Donald Trump, designating Nigeria as a …

A major wave of defection has reshaped the political landscape of Benue State, as hundreds of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and the Labour …

The official launch of “Loud Whispers”, a book written by renowned filmmaker and writer Nwabundo Alayande, was held at the OUIDA Bookstore in Ikeja, Lagos. The 97-page anthology captures the …

The Federal Government of Nigeria has responded to comments made by former U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that his remarks about religious freedom in Nigeria do not reflect the actual …

Aston Villa have joined Manchester United in the race to sign Brazilian forward Endrick, who currently plays for Real Madrid, on loan during the upcoming January transfer window. However, reports …

An 89th-minute goal from Lionel Messi was too little, too late as Nashville SC beat Inter Miami 2-1 on Saturday to stay alive in their MLS Cup round one playoff …

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has confirmed the end of his relationship with Argentine rapper Nicki Nicole. The teenage star, widely regarded as one of football’s brightest young talents, has seen …

UYO – POLICE in Akwa Ibom State have commenced prosecution of a masquerade and a masquerade group leader over two separate incidents of alleged assault, blockade of public highway and …

At least 21 people died and more than 30 were still missing in a landslide on Saturday caused by heavy rains in western Kenya, the interior minister said. The landslide …

Retail company Bokku Mart has apologised following public backlash over a viral advert widely described as ethnically insensitive. The controversy erupted after a content creator named Defolah posted a video …

Armed men suspected to be bandits have kidnapped the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammed Samaila Bagudo, on Friday, shortly after observing prayers at a mosque …

Recent satellite imagery indicates that mass killings are continuing in and around the Sudanese city of El-Fasher, according to Yale researchers. This comes days after the city fell to the …

After years of delays, Cairo is finally set to open the Grand Egyptian Museum on Saturday — a long-awaited, billion-dollar showcase of pharaonic grandeur that Egypt hopes will help revive …

The Premier League has confirmed that the traditional Boxing Day fixture list in English football has been reduced to just one match on 26 December 2025. According to BBC Sports …

The new Ilorin Zonal Director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Commander of the EFCC, CE Anselem Ozioko, has committed to strengthening the Commission’s anti-corruption activities throughout Kwara, Kogi, …

UEFA announced on Friday that Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena is the only candidate for the 2028 Champions League final, while both Wembley and the renovated Camp Nou are competing for …

On Friday, the Federal High Court in Abuja rejected an application from former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, which requested a court order to prevent the Peoples Democratic Party from …

Guinea-Bissau’s army declared on Friday that it had foiled an “attempt to subvert the constitutional order” and detained several high-ranking military officers just before the start of the general election …

Retired Gen. Christopher Musa, the former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), states that Nigeria is a nation worth defending. He encourages soldiers to stay committed to safeguarding the country’s security. …

Cameroon’s opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has accused the government of abducting two of his family members and his personal cook following the disputed presidential election held on October 12. …

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has intervened following widespread complaints by applicants who were unable to access the recruitment portal of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration …

The Securities and Exchange Commission reported that Nigerians have lost approximately N316 billion to ponzi schemes and illegal fund managers over the years. They warned that greed and ignorance continue …

Mr. Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has cautioned automobile dealers to be cautious of individuals who use vehicle purchases to launder illicit funds. …

Despite widespread reports of his arrest related to an alleged coup plot, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), spoke on Thursday to agricultural …

Stakeholders in the energy industry have confirmed that consistent government policies will foster strong and sustainable investments in the sector. Speaking at the ongoing 19th OTL Africa Downstream Energy Conference …

Opposition-led protests against the government are likely to persist today throughout Tanzania, after unrest and an internet blackout took place yesterday during the presidential election. Authorities have ordered government workers …

On Wednesday, the House of Representatives approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to raise a total of $2.347 billion from the international capital market to partly fund the 2025 budget deficit …

Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, the former Chief of Army Staff and current Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Urged the Federal Government to enhance and properly fund the Nigeria Police Force. This …

On Tuesday, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), via its Emerging Taxpayers’ Group (ETG), enhanced its engagement with key stakeholders regarding Nigeria’s recent tax reform laws. This took place at …

Nigeria’s digital space could face serious threats if urgent measures are not taken to curb the rising wave of cyber attacks affecting the country and the continent. A recent Microsoft …

Alhaji Abubakar Isa, a businessman, has filed an appeal against Justice M. Umar’s ruling of September 24, 2025, from the Federal High Court in Abuja regarding the case No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1971/2024. …

Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has highlighted Nigeria’s North Central region as a promising center for boosting non-oil exports, pointing to its rich …

Florence Okpe, the Public Education Officer for the Ogun State sector of the Federal Road Safety Corps and a Chief Route Commander, has passed away. The State Sector Commander, Akinwunmi …

Mr. Ross Baker, the Chief Customer Officer of Heathrow Airport in the UK, stated that the launch of direct flights from Abuja to London Heathrow by Nigeria’s largest airline, Air …

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) forecasts that in 2026, the naira will strengthen further, inflation will continue to decline, and access to credit will improve. It also foresees an …

Former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi attributed the failure to remove the fuel subsidy during Goodluck Jonathan’s presidency to his lack of the necessary courage, despite having backing from key …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently holding a closed-door meeting with the newly appointed Service Chiefs at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Though the agenda of the meeting has not been …

Tragedy struck in the early hours of Monday when a two-storey building collapsed in Lagos with several persons trapped under the rubbles. Etimes247t reports that the incident happened at No. …

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Popular singer, songwriter, and record producer Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, explained that his decision to choose Akwa Ibom as the first state in Nigeria to host his …

Former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has officially declared his intention to run for the position of National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This announcement directly challenges …

Bitget, the largest Universal Exchange (UEX) globally, has launched GetAgent, an advanced AI-driven trading assistant that aims to enhance trading intelligence. Unlike simple chart analysis, GetAgent thinks, learns, and takes …

Victor Wembanyama has made history in San Antonio Spurs’ victory against Brooklyn Nets, becoming the first player in NBA history to record 100 points and 15 blocks in the first …