Politics
Desperate attempt to constrict democratic space and muzzle opposition must stop NDC, warns APC
ShareThe Nigeria Democratic Congress [ADC] has raised alarm over desperate attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress [APC] to constrict the democratic space and muzzle opposition ahead the January 16th…
Obi pledges to revive Calabar port, restore Cross River’s tourism fortunes
SharePresidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has pledged to revive the Calabar Port and restore Cross River State to its former position as one of…
2027: Tinubu camp rejoices as court nullifies Atiku’s ADC Presidential nomination
ShareThe African Democratic Congress [ADC] on Thursday suffered a major setback ahead of the 2027 presidential election after the Federal High Court in Abuja nullified the David Mark-led leadership of…
2027: Obi pledges to unite Nigeria, tackle insecurity, fight corruption
SharePresidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his determination to unite Nigeria, tackle insecurity and fight corruption if elected president in 2027. Obi made the…
Economy
Why Nigerians are getting fewer hours of electricity — NISO
ShareThe Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has attributed the latest decline in electricity supply across the country to inadequate gas supply to thermal power plants and reduced water levels at…
Namibia President hails Dangote’s $2.5bn investment as historic milestone for African industrialisation
Share. Describes project launch as most memorable day of her presidency • Dangote unveils 600-million-litre tank farm, 1,700km regional pipeline, promises cheaper fuel • Eyes further opportunities in…
Tinubu seeks Senate approval for $7.7bn external loan
SharePresident Bola Tinubu on Wednesday requested the Senate to approve the implementation of an external borrowing plan of 7.7 billion dollars. At an exchange rate of ₦1,400 to the dollar,…
Senate rejects revival of Nigeria Air, demands direct flight to China
ShareThe Senate on Tuesday rejected calls for the revival of Nigeria Air, while urging the Federal Government to renegotiate and enforce Nigeria’s Bilateral Air Services Agreement with China to allow…
News
Troops rescue 16 abducted victims, recover AK-47 Rifles, RPGs in Niger State
ShareTroops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 16 abducted people and recovered two AK-47 rifles, three rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) bombs and 33 motorcycles during an operation against terrorists in Niger…
Fresh wave of bomb threats targets European flights, Irish media groups
ShareA new wave of bomb threats causes disruption in European aviation for the third day this week, and also targets Irish media outlets. Authorities in Denmark, the Czech Republic, Portugal…
Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threats
ShareMultiple planes across Europe were diverted and forced to make emergency landings Thursday because of bomb threats that have turned out to be unfounded. At least 11 planes, originating from…
Experts call for bold leadership and resilient design to shape the cities of the future
SharePrimeTech highlights the critical role of integrated design, innovation and collaboration in building sustainable, future-ready urban centres. Industry leaders, urban planners, architects, engineers and technology innovators gathered at PrimeTech Day…
Health
Two suspected Ebola cases in Adamawa test negative, says NCDC
ShareThe Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says two suspected Ebola Virus Disease cases identified in Yola, Adamawa State, have tested negative following two rounds of laboratory testing.…
Ebola: Survivors can transmit virus through sex, but not sweat or saliva – WHO
ShareThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has explained that Ebola survivors may transmit the virus through sexual intercourse if it persists in their semen after recovery. In contrast, survivors who have…
Sports
Spanish police investigating after Tenerife striker ú dies after on-field collision
ShareSpanish police has reportedly opened investigation after second-division club CD Tenerife confirmed the death of striker Jesús de Miguel Alameda, 30, following a collision during a league match against FC…
Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, ends England’s 25-year wait
ShareHarry Kane has become the first English player to win the Ballon d’Or since Michael Owen in 2001 after being crowned the world’s best player at a ceremony in London.…
Opinion | Editorial
Tinubu, Akintola, El-Rufai: Why the North cannot trust Southwest in 2027
ShareWhen Nasir El-Rufai stood before the world in June 2022 and declared that 12 out of 14 northern APC governors had agreed to cede presidential power to the South, he…
Abike Dabiri-Erewa’s diatribe on Rufai Oseni and journalists
ShareFred Chukwuelobe Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), is a former broadcaster and member of the House of Representatives. She is known to have shown…
Still on Umahi and Abakaliki Street
ShareValentine Obienyem Abakaliki Street is one of the most popular streets in Awka. This was long before it degenerated into a byword for prostitution. Once “Abakaliki Street” or an “Abakaliki…
Dave Umahi and incestuous reasoning
ShareBy Valentine Obienyem It is customary for some critics to argue conveniently that the movement known as the “Obidients” is wont to abuse anyone who does not support Mr Peter…
Entertainment
Nollywood actor, Francis Duru dies at 57
ShareFrancis Duru, one of the veteran actors of Nollywood, Nigerian field industry, has died at 57 following a brief illness. His family announced his death on his official Instagram page…
Life
Italy deports Pakistan Imam who defended marrying 9-year-old girls
ShareItalian authorities has deported 25-year-old Pakistani imam Ali Kashif after he was secretly filmed defending child marriage, saying that girls as young as nine could marry adult men under Islamic…
Interviews
Interview: Peter Obi reiterates commitment to one term Presidency
Share The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress [NDC], Peter Obi has reiterated his pledge not to seek re-election if he wins the 2027 presidential election. The NDC flagbearer…
Interview: Peter Obi speaks on 2027 election
ShareIf you did not listen to Mr. Peter Obi on Arise TV today, @Fred Chukwuelobe has patiently and masterfully broken down the encounter with the Anambra State former governor. He…
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
Troops rescue 16 abducted victims, recover AK-47 Rifles, RPGs in Niger State
ShareTroops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 16 abducted people and recovered two AK-47 rifles, three rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) bombs and 33 motorcycles during an operation against terrorists in Niger…
Why Nigerians are getting fewer hours of electricity — NISO
ShareThe Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has attributed the latest decline in electricity supply across the country to inadequate gas supply to thermal power plants and reduced water levels at…
Fresh wave of bomb threats targets European flights, Irish media groups
ShareA new wave of bomb threats causes disruption in European aviation for the third day this week, and also targets Irish media outlets. Authorities in Denmark, the Czech Republic, Portugal…
Desperate attempt to constrict democratic space and muzzle opposition must stop NDC, warns APC
ShareThe Nigeria Democratic Congress [ADC] has raised alarm over desperate attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress [APC] to constrict the democratic space and muzzle opposition ahead the January 16th…
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,…
Tinubu, Akintola, El-Rufai: Why the North cannot trust Southwest in 2027
ShareWhen Nasir El-Rufai stood before the world in June 2022 and declared that 12 out of 14 northern APC governors had agreed to cede presidential power to the South, he…
Abike Dabiri-Erewa’s diatribe on Rufai Oseni and journalists
ShareFred Chukwuelobe Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), is a former broadcaster and member of the House of Representatives. She is known to have shown…
Italy deports Pakistan Imam who defended marrying 9-year-old girls
ShareItalian authorities has deported 25-year-old Pakistani imam Ali Kashif after he was secretly filmed defending child marriage, saying that girls as young as nine could marry adult men under Islamic…
46-yr-old businessman commits suicide, leaves video message for family [Full Text]
ShareAkinbolusere Kayode, a 46-yr- old businessman committed suicide in Ondo Town, Ondo State on Thursday. The late Kayode took his life in his office near BOVAS Petrol Station in Igba…
AFP is championing integration of young designers – Design Week founder
ShareThe founder of Design Week Lagos, DWL Expo, Mrs Titi Ogufere has hailed Julius Berger’s furniture production subsidiary, AFP for leading in the integration of young furniture designers into its…
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