Politics
Obi condemns Fadahunsi’s ‘incendiary’ rhetoric ahead of Osun election
ShareThe presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as “inflammatory comments and threat-laden rhetoric” attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi…
Obi delivers scathing assessment of Nigeria’s democracy, says “our judges now sing on your mandate”
SharePresidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has delivered a scathing assessment of Nigeria’s democracy, accusing key institutions and influential groups of helping to normalise practices that…
Atiku raises alarm over ‘outdated’ software on INEC’s BVAS devices
ShareThe presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns over the use of an “outdated” operating system on the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) ahead…
Sheikh Yahaya Jingir Infidels Diatribe: Kwankwaso preaches unity, peaceful coexistence, reconciliation
ShareNDC vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso has called on all Nigerians, particularly leaders and influential voices, to prioritize national unity, peaceful coexistence and reconciliation. In a statement on X while responding…
Economy
Dangote Refinery: Domestic crude must be available and commercially viable
ShareDangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has clarified its position following recent reports referencing data released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which suggested that the refinery rejected 15.5…
How [FIPC] a made-up agency found its way into Nigeria’s budget
ShareThe Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council had an important task: to attract foreign investment into Nigeria. It had a line in the federal budget, a sought-after office inside the Federal…
Tanzania eyes expanded Dangote investments in fertiliser, energy, infrastructure
Share The Government of Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening economic cooperation with Dangote Group, expressing strong interest in attracting new investments in fertiliser production, energy and industrial infrastructure…
NRS Chairman Adedeji dismisses report on Frontier Exploration Fund as sponsored fake news
Share The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, has dismissed online reports linking the NRS to an imaginary fraud related to the Frontier Exploration Fund, calling…
News
‘Nigerian Christians Are Infidels’: NHRC asks police, SSS to arrest Sheikh Jingir for hate speech
ShareThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the arrest of prominent Sunni Islamic scholar, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, over alleged hateful and inciting remarks made on Sunday. A…
Agbor, Ughelli residents hail Julius Berger’s Flyover Projects as work begins on Warri Ring Road
ShareResidents of Agbor, Ughelli and other communities across Delta State have commended Julius Berger Nigeria Plc for its ongoing infrastructure projects, expressing optimism that the developments will significantly improve transportation,…
Troops rescue 16 abducted travellers during joint-security operations in Kogi
ShareNo fewer than 16 abducted victims have been rescued in Kogi during a joint security operation by the Nigerian Army, navy, police and local vigilantes. A statement on Tuesday by Appolonia Anele,…
Gov Mbah commends security forces over arrest of 3 suspects of Affa Church kidnap gang
ShareGovernor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has commended intelligence and security agencies in the state for nabbing three suspected members of a notorious kidnap gang responsible for the August 2,…
Health
New concerns over miscarriage risk linked to COVID-19 vaccine
ShareDr. Anthony Fauci privately, American physician-scientist and former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, raised concerns that the COVID-19 vaccine could “theoretically” be linked to miscarriages in expectant mothers,…
NMCN Registrar praises Obi’s vision as Millennium College graduates 116 pioneer students
ShareThe Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), Dr Ndagi Alhassan, has commended former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria…
Sports
FIFA scraps controversial $20 billion World Cup investment plan
ShareFIFA’s proposed plan to sell private stakes in upcoming World Cup tournaments that sparked backlash from fans and soccer associations around the world has been scrapped, FIFA president Gianni Infantino…
Court of Arbitration schedule hearing on who won 2025 AFCON
ShareThe Court of Arbitration for Sport has scheduled a hearing to decide on who won the 2025 AFCON title. It will take place on October 8 between the Senegalese Football…
Opinion | Editorial
Sheik Yahaya Jingir and his verbal Diarrhea
ShareBy Usman Sani Sheikh Yahaya Jingir is an Islamic cleric and leader of one faction of Izalatul Bidi’a wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Jos. The other faction is led by…
Those who spent years Buhari’s certificate suddenly conclude Tinubu’s certificate isn’t important?
ShareBy Mohammed Bello Doka The publication of @officialABAT’s 2027 nomination form by @inecnigeria has once again thrown the nation into a heated debate. His Form EC9 lists only BSc degree…
CBCN, Onaiyekan, and the Way We Are
ShareBy Valentine Obienyem If Mr. Peter Obi speaks, it is understandable that a group of thugs always comes after him. Members of that group are characters like Festus, Daniel Bwala,…
The Blank Spaces: What INEC’S own publication tells us about the man in Aso Rock
ShareBy Kio Amachree On the first of August 2026, the Independent National Electoral Commission did something quietly devastating. In compliance with Section 29(3) of the Electoral Act, it published the…
Entertainment
Burna Boy ranked as Africa’s best-selling artiste with 14.46 million equivalent album units
ShareChartmasters, a global music data platform, has ranked Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy as Africa’s best-selling artiste for recording 14.46 million equivalent album units (EAS). Nigerian music news platform, The Debut…
Life
Law school commence investigation on death of student who fell from hostel rooftop
ShareThe management of the Nigerian Law School says it has commenced an investigation after Faith Alayande, a 23-year-old student, was pronounced dead following a rooftop fall at the Lagos campus…
Interviews
NMA says nationwide shutdown of health sector imminent
ShareOn July 2, the Nigerian Medical Association issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet its demands to avert industrial action in the health sector. In this interview…
Ex-NAF Group Captain faults amnesty for Boko Haram fighters
ShareThere are two caveats in carrying out an amnesty programme. First, it should be at the end of the conflict, secondly, it should not be a blanket amnesty. Probably, this…
Photo Diary
Ghana’s ruling party candidate Bawumia concedes election to opposition’s Mahama
ShareVice President Mahamudu Bawumia conceded defeat and congratulated John Dramani Mahama on Saturday following Ghana’s hotly contested presidential election. Bawumia, 61, of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), said the election…
Appeal Court nullifies judgement on Rivers LG election
ShareThe Court of Appeal Abuja on Friday nullified the judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters’ register…
Headlines
‘Nigerian Christians Are Infidels’: NHRC asks police, SSS to arrest Sheikh Jingir for hate speech
ShareThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the arrest of prominent Sunni Islamic scholar, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, over alleged hateful and inciting remarks made on Sunday. A…
Obi condemns Fadahunsi’s ‘incendiary’ rhetoric ahead of Osun election
ShareThe presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as “inflammatory comments and threat-laden rhetoric” attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi…
Dangote Refinery: Domestic crude must be available and commercially viable
ShareDangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has clarified its position following recent reports referencing data released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which suggested that the refinery rejected 15.5…
Gov Mbah commends security forces over arrest of 3 suspects of Affa Church kidnap gang
ShareGovernor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has commended intelligence and security agencies in the state for nabbing three suspected members of a notorious kidnap gang responsible for the August 2,…
WebTV
WATCH: No casualties recorded as Enugu Air aircraft crash-Lands in Benin
ShareAbout 68 passengers narrowly escaped death on Thursday after an Enugu Air aircraft crash-landed at the Benin Airport in Edo State. The aircraft, with registration number 5N-ENR, was said to…
Video: NDLEA uncovers N480bn methamphetamine laboratory in Ogun forest, arrest three Mexicans
ShareThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency [NDLEA] has discovered the biggest ever clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in a forest in Ogun State, South West Nigeria. In a video shared via his…
Vidoe: Tinubu stumbles, falls during reception parade in Turkey
SharePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu stumbled and fell on Wednesday during an official reception parade in Turkey, a moment that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The…
Video: How Tinubu threatened Fubara, imposed resolution on him – ex-Rivers commissioner
ShareA former Rivers State Commissioner for Works, Chief David Briggs, on Thursday alleged that President Bola Tinubu imposed ‘Abuja resolution’ on Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Briggs, in an interview with reporters,…
Sheik Yahaya Jingir and his verbal Diarrhea
ShareBy Usman Sani Sheikh Yahaya Jingir is an Islamic cleric and leader of one faction of Izalatul Bidi’a wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Jos. The other faction is led by…
Those who spent years Buhari’s certificate suddenly conclude Tinubu’s certificate isn’t important?
ShareBy Mohammed Bello Doka The publication of @officialABAT’s 2027 nomination form by @inecnigeria has once again thrown the nation into a heated debate. His Form EC9 lists only BSc degree…
Law school commence investigation on death of student who fell from hostel rooftop
ShareThe management of the Nigerian Law School says it has commenced an investigation after Faith Alayande, a 23-year-old student, was pronounced dead following a rooftop fall at the Lagos campus…
I have never slept with any other woman since I got married, says Aregbesola
ShareRauf Aregbesola, national secretary of The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola has revealed that he has never slept with any other woman since he married his wife, Sherifat. The…
How we killed Unijos student – Suspects
ShareThe four arrested suspects linked to the killing of Ibrahim Mabaye, a Political Science Student of University of Jos, have narrated how they killed their fellow student over alleged phone…
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