Politics
Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s next supreme leader after father’s death: reports
Iran’s Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country’s new supreme leader, according to Iranian state television. Mojtaba Khamenei,…
ADC says ambassador posting another evidence of incompetence by Tinubu
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized the Tinubu administration’s announcement of ambassadorial postings, describing it as a diplomatic blunder and a confirmation of the government’s storied incompetence. In a…
Tinubu approve posting of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors to various countries and the United Nations. The Senate confirmed the ambassadors-designate last December. POSTINGS…
El-Rufai defiant in two hand-written statements to ICPC agents in custody
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has asked the ICPC to take his case to court if they have anything against him. The outspoken politicians position was contained in in…
Economy
IPMAN urges FG to slash crude oil costs for Dangote refinery amid soaring petrol prices
The National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Garima, has appealed to the Federal Government to lower the cost of crude oil supplied to the…
Global oil prices rise further as conflict escalates
Global oil prices have continued to soar above $100 (£75.11) a barrel as the escalating US-Israeli war with Iran fuels fears of prolonged disruption to shipments through the Strait of…
Dangote refinery suspends petrol loading, expectations of a price hike imminent
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has halted petrol loading until further notice. Tanker drivers already queued at the facility have been instructed to leave the premises, with all operations currently paused.…
Banking sector recapitalisation on course – Cardoso
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, stated that the banking sector recapitalisation programme is progressing in accordance with the approved regulatory timetable, with activity…
News
Ex Lagos council chief arrested as NDLEA recovers illicit drugs in baby diapers
…Intercepts 500 IED components in Niger, Cameroonian with Colos consignment in Kogi A former two terms Councilor at Ibeju-Lekki local government council in Lagos state, Sheleru Sadiq Olalekan has been…
IGP appoints DCP Anthony Okon Placid as Force public relations officer
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM has approved the appointment of DCP Anthony Okon Placid, psc(+), mni as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO). DCP…
Bandits kill community watch member in Katsina
Suspected bandits have killed a member of the Katsina Community Watch Corps in an attack along the Kankara axis of the state. According to Zagazola Makama, sources said the incident…
ISWAP claims responsibility for Konduga, Mainuk and Jakana attacks
After claiming the Konduga, Mainuk and Jakana attacks, ISWAP has also claimed responsibility for the attack on the Nigerian military camp in Marte, which happened on the same night. ISWAP…
Health
MDCN panel suspends Dr Majekodunmi, two others over death of Chimamanda’s son
The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel has invoked its order of suspension against the Medical Director of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Dr. Tunde Majekodunmi, and two others, after establishing a…
Court convicts two for production and distribution of fake alcoholic beverages in Lagos
The Federal High Court of Nigeria has convicted two individuals, Otuorimuno Nelson Aziakpono (58) and Ikegwuonu Davidson Ikechukwu (28), for offences related to the production, possession, sale, and distribution of…
Sports
Obi congratulates Seattle Seahawks, says Nigeria will lead, excel leadership is executed effectively
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi has congratulated the Seattle Seahawks on their well-deserved victory on Sunday night. He also said the New England Patriots…
Anthony Joshua breaks silence after car crash
Anthony Joshua, on Thursday, broke weeks of public silence and spoke on camera for the first time since a car crash that killed two of the former world heavyweight champion’s…
Opinion | Editorial
Weep not for Bwala, Weep for Nigeria
By Paul Ibe We have read the latest statement issued by Daniel Bwala in the aftermath of his rather embarrassing interview with a mixture of suppressed disgust and embarrassment —…
My open letter to Peter Obi, a cat with nine lives
By Fr. Drogba My beloved Peter Obi, I understand what you may be passing through at the moment, after your last attack at Edo State. It shows how rotten the…
Context Matters: What Peter Obi really meant about food prices
By Valentine Obinyem “Crashing food prices will make our farmers poor.” — Peter Obi This was posted by Ejike Nnaji. I do not know the spirit in which he shared…
Beyond Frank Mba
Valentine Obienyem Why is it that whenever issues arise, especially those touching on the Igbo people, it is often fellow Igbos who are deployed to oppose or undermine one of…
Entertainment
Grammys 2026: Tyla beats Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr to Best African Music Performance
South African singer Tyla Laura Seethal, popularly known as Tyla, has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, edging Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido, and…
Life
Remi Tinubu condemns backless, plunge, slip, naked dresses worn by Nigerian girls
The first lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has strongly advocated for mentorship that emphasises modesty, cultural values, and moral character. She gave the advice on Thursday during an interfaith Iftar/Lent breaking of…
Interviews
NMA says nationwide shutdown of health sector imminent
On 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
There 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
Vice 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
The 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
IPMAN urges FG to slash crude oil costs for Dangote refinery amid soaring petrol prices
The National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Garima, has appealed to the Federal Government to lower the cost of crude oil supplied to the…
Global oil prices rise further as conflict escalates
Global oil prices have continued to soar above $100 (£75.11) a barrel as the escalating US-Israeli war with Iran fuels fears of prolonged disruption to shipments through the Strait of…
Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s next supreme leader after father’s death: reports
Iran’s Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country’s new supreme leader, according to Iranian state television. Mojtaba Khamenei,…
Dangote refinery suspends petrol loading, expectations of a price hike imminent
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has halted petrol loading until further notice. Tanker drivers already queued at the facility have been instructed to leave the premises, with all operations currently paused.…
WebTV
Vidoe: Tinubu stumbles, falls during reception parade in Turkey
President 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
A 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,…
Police arrest big boy Bayelsa ‘kidnapper’ who advised people to ‘hustle hard and stay safe’ in Abuja
The police in Bayelsa have arrested John Lyon, an alleged kidnapper who operates in the state. Lyon was said to have been arrested on Saturday in the federal capital territory…
Video: Cities thrown into darkness as electricity workers shut down transmission stations
By our reporter| Cities across the country were on Wednesday thrown into darkness as electricity workers shut down major power stations due to the ongoing nationwide strike. The National Union…
Weep not for Bwala, Weep for Nigeria
By Paul Ibe We have read the latest statement issued by Daniel Bwala in the aftermath of his rather embarrassing interview with a mixture of suppressed disgust and embarrassment —…
My open letter to Peter Obi, a cat with nine lives
By Fr. Drogba My beloved Peter Obi, I understand what you may be passing through at the moment, after your last attack at Edo State. It shows how rotten the…
Remi Tinubu condemns backless, plunge, slip, naked dresses worn by Nigerian girls
The first lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has strongly advocated for mentorship that emphasises modesty, cultural values, and moral character. She gave the advice on Thursday during an interfaith Iftar/Lent breaking of…
Conservative Anglicans pull back from electing rival to Archbishop of Canterbury
Conservative Anglicans meeting in Nigeria’s capital Abuja have pulled back on plans to elect a rival “primus inter pares” – the Latin term meaning “first among equals” which describes the…
Killaboi’s Murder Trial: Augusta’s uncle gives evidence on discovery of her body in suspect home with organs removed
Augusta’s uncle has given the court a detailed account of how her body was found at Killaboi’s Ajah residence with her internal organs removed. He spoke at the ongoing trial…
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