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Odinkalu claims Tinubu's APC event was pre-recorded
Odinkalu says Tinubu's APC campaign council appearance was pre-recorded; Presidency denies.
Sharon Eboesomi · 1m
China-Africa mining cooperation: New development chapter
China and Africa agree on four principles for mining cooperation to boost shared development.
Premium Times · 1m
Reps demand enforcement of 18-year minimum marriage age
House of Reps calls for 18-year marriage age enforcement to protect girls' rights.
Sharon Eboesomi · 2m
Anambra demands more benefits from oil, gas sector
Anambra state urges federal government to integrate into national oil and gas master plan.
Agency Report · 2m
Children Stunted in Akwa Ibom
One in four children under five in Akwa Ibom state are stunted, survey shows.
Ekemini Simon · 2m
Will a Nobel solve the world’s Trump problem?
Trump claims Nobel Peace Prize for ending wars but faces criticism over Gaza ceasefire.
Azu Ishiekwene · 2m
Child Trafficking: Police rescue 11-year-old girl
Police rescue 11-year-old girl from child trafficking syndicate after months of investigation.
Agency Report · 1m
2027 Election Day: APC Realises Mistakes
APC governors join Tinubu for 2027 re-election, Kwankwaso warns of serious errors.
Chinagorom Ugwu · 1m
Senate probes death of ex-SUG president in Enugu NYSC camp
Senate investigates death of Akwa Ibom State university student after medical neglect at NYSC camp.
Chinagorom Ugwu · 1m
2027 Grammys: Nigerian artists submit works
Davido, Tems, Asake and Ayra Starr submit albums for 2027 Grammys.
Ozaveshe Precious · 2m
Nigeria's Inflation Eases to 14.63% in September
Nigeria's inflation rate drops to 14.63% in September, easing annual pressure.
Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman · 2m
Reps establish national renewable energy authority
Nigerian House of Representatives passes bill to create National Authority for Renewable Energy.
Sharon Eboesomi · 2m
IMF urges Nigeria to target subsidy savings for poor
IMF says Nigeria must direct subsidy reform savings to vulnerable citizens.
Oladeinde Olawoyin · 1m
Kaduna establishes post-basic nursing college
Kaduna State creates post-basic nursing college to address specialist nurse shortages.
Press Release · 1m
WAFU B U-17 Qualifiers: Nigeria's Golden Eaglets lose to Niger
Nigeria's Golden Eaglets lose 2-1 to Niger in WAFU B U-17 qualifiers.
Tunde Eludini · 1m
Tinubu re-election: Don't repeat 2023 election mistakes
Tompolo urges Lagos residents to avoid 2023 election pitfalls in 2027 presidential race.
Press Release · 1m
Tinubu urges judges to close loopholes delaying corruption trials
President Tinubu demands judges fix legal gaps exploited by corrupt figures to speed up corruption trials.
Emmanuel Agbo · 2m
APC Campaign Council Tasks Governors for Tinubu's Re-election
APC governors and lawmakers must mobilize voters for Tinubu's 2027 re-election campaign.
Sharon Eboesomi · 2m
Lagos Govt Demolishes Fire-Damaged GNI Building
Lagos State Government plans to demolish fire-damaged Great Nigeria Insurance building after 12 deaths.
Emmanuel Agbo · 1m
African security chiefs strategise to tackle terrorist digital exploitation
African security leaders plan coordinated response to terrorist groups using social media and AI for recruitment and attacks.
Yakubu Mohammed · 2m
2027: Men have failed Nigeria
Presidential candidate Esther Okereke argues male leadership has failed Nigeria for 20+ years.
Mariam Ileyemi · 1m
Soroman's first Dangote loading milestone
Soroman Nigeria marks first loading under Dangote Consortium with 20,000 metric tonnes of fuel.
Press Release · 2m
AI won't decide 2027 election outcome
INEC chairman says algorithms must not determine Nigeria's 2027 presidential election results.
Sharon Eboesomi · 2m
Jigawa partners presidential CNG initiative
Jigawa State joins national CNG program to cut farming costs with alternative energy.
Press Release · 1m
Natasha introduces self at Edo Assembly without 2Baba’s surname
Natasha Osawaru skips 2Baba’s surname at Edo Assembly, sparking relationship speculation.
Friday Omosola · 2m
UBA Commiserates with Nigerian Air Force
UBA extends condolences to Nigerian Air Force after NAF 931 aircraft crash.
Press Release · 1m
Court dismisses Akwa Ibom government’s suit challenging EFCC powers
Akwa Ibom state government’s legal challenge to EFCC’s investigation powers dismissed by federal court.
Ekemini Simon · 2m
Appeal court sets date for SERAP's N100m defamation hearing
Court to schedule fresh hearing for SERAP's appeal against SSS's N100m defamation ruling.
Emmanuel Agbo · 2m
Nigeria Joins UN Human Rights Council
Nigeria elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2027-2029 term.
Premium Times · 2m
Edo youths quit cults en masse
Edo youths renounce cults in mass effort to end violence.
Agency Report · 1m
Minister defends NNPC petrol discount
NNPC discount not subsidy: Minister says it cushions consumers amid rising fuel costs.
Kabir Yusuf · 2m
Kaduna Mental Health Integration
Kaduna State leads Nigeria in mental health integration with WHO-certified programs.
Press Release · 2m
Military Plane Crash: Divers Search for Black Box
Divers and rescue teams intensify search for black box and victims' bodies after Nigerian Air Force plane crash.
Josiah Oluwole · 1m
INEC duplicates candidate names across political parties
INEC lists same candidates under multiple parties in Edo State election.
Agency Report · 1m
Lagos Water Privatisation Deepens Inequality, Coalition Warns
Lagos state water privatisation risks deepening inequality as coalition urges public investment.
Emmanuel Agbo · 2m
Nigeria Lassa Fever Deaths Rise to 23.6%
Nigeria reports 268 Lassa fever deaths as fatality rate hits 23.6% in 2026.
Fortune Eromonsele · 1m
FG to invest $3bn into health sector by 2030
Federal government plans $3bn health investment by 2030 to reduce foreign aid reliance.
Agency Report · 1m
Gov Mbah tasks SEDC on gas pipeline, regional railways, support for industrial programme
Enugu Governor Peter Mbah urges SEDC to prioritize regional gas pipeline, railway network, and industrial growth initiatives.
Press Release · 2m
120,000 vehicles converted under Tinubu’s CNG initiative
Minister Idris reports 120,000 vehicles converted under Tinubu’s CNG initiative with $2.5bn private investment.
Kabir Yusuf · 2m
Electricity firm explains higher bills
PHED says some customers face higher bills after feeder upgrades to 24-hour power.
Agency Report · 1m
Borno State hires 2,000 health workers in two years
Borno State government recruits 2,000 health workers to address staffing gaps in two years.
Agency Report · 2m
Court rejects Euracare’s bid to halt inquest into Adichie’s son’s death
Lagos court dismisses Euracare’s attempt to stop inquest into Chimamanda Adichie’s son’s death.
Friday Omosola · 2m
CJN warns judges against political romancing
Chief Justice urges judges to avoid political ties ahead of 2027 elections.
Agency Report · 2m
Why media and information literacy belongs in every child’s learning journey
Children need tools to question information safely as fake news grows.
Chiamaka Okafor-Onumah · 2m
TCL Launches 2026 Smart Home Tech for Nigeria
TCL reveals 2026 Mini LED TVs and smart home devices for Nigerian markets at West Africa event.
Press Release · 2m
Nigeria’s Economy in Perspective: Fitch’s Positive Outlook
Fitch upgrades Nigeria’s credit outlook to positive, offering hope for economic growth and investment opportunities.
Premium Times · 1m
Wike’s no-work, no-pay directive unconstitutional
Nigeria’s FCT minister faces legal challenge over no-work, no-pay strike policy.
Agency Report · 2m
Restoring the naira as a store of value
How Nigeria can regain naira trust without nationalizing dollar deposits.
Ifeanyi Uddin · 2m
Delta records highest oil spill
Nine oil spills release 129,855 litres of crude in Niger Delta.
Ekemini Simon · 2m
Nigeria Condemns Houthi Attack on Saudi Airport
Nigeria condemns Houthi attack killing 12 at Saudi airport.
Kabir Yusuf · 2m
Edo police kill three suspected kidnappers
Edo police kill three suspected kidnappers in Igarra, rescue kidnapped victim.
Ekemini Simon · 1m
NPA to fix rail, logistics gaps at inland dry ports
Nigerian Ports Authority plans upgrades to address rail and logistics challenges at inland dry ports.
Omotoyosi Idowu · 2m
APC chairman predicts Tinubu wins 2027 election
APC chairman says Tinubu will win 2027 presidential election based on internal polls.
Oluwatamilore Adekanye · 1m
Enugu Govt Condemns NDC Attack
Enugu state government says no deaths in Nigeria Democratic Party members' attack.
Agency Report · 1m
International Day of the Girl Child
Human Capital Africa founder calls for education to end child marriage in Africa.
Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili · 1m
Messi’s retirement: FCTA ex-spokesman proposes FIFA Over-40 World Cup
FCTA ex-spokesman suggests FIFA Over-40 World Cup to keep retired football stars visible.
Press Release · 2m
30-day fuel: Alálùpàídà and his devil’s water
Nigerian government's 30-day fuel price intervention reveals economic illusionism.
Press Release · 1m
2027: ADC, NDC candidates not cleared for Cross River governorship
Cross River governorship candidates: ADC and NDC excluded from INEC's final list for 2027 election.
Agency Report · 1m
NPFL Roundup: Plateau United thrash Kano Pillars
Plateau United beats Kano Pillars 4-0 as Rangers hold top NPFL spot.
Tunde Eludini · 1m
Houthi strike on Riyadh Airport kills 12
Houthi missile attack at Riyadh airport kills 12, injures 309 as Saudi vows retaliation.
Mohammed Lere · 2m