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Veteran actor Ogogo’s diagnosis highlights Stage 4 cancer. Learn what it means, treatment options, and how survival is possible with advancements in medici
At least 24 residents of Binpe in Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State have been killed, and many others injured, by gunmen in the early hours of Tuesday. Multiple local sources who escaped the incident revealed that the gunmen, who have been terrorising parts of the state, attacked Binpe village at
Residents of Binper in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State have reported that gunmen attacked the community, killing several people and injuring others.
Business confidence has improved in South Africa, despite inflationary pressure from global events.
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with how 24 firms control over 70 per cent of Nigeria’s stock market.
Another headline features the All Progressives Congress (APC) saying internal wrangling caused its defeat in the governorship election in Osun State.
Vanguard also reports that President Bola Tinubu congratulated former military ...
Kano CP Ibrahim Bakori commends Hajia Hajara Abdullahi for renovating and furnishing Gwale Police Division, highlighting her significant contribution to co
Kebbi APC stakeholders express confidence in Governor Nasir Idris’s re-election for 2027, citing his administration’s achievements and widespread support.
Osun State governorship election recorded higher voter participation and a wider victory margin for the incumbent governor compared to his 2022 victory.
Residents from more than 40 communities have made a peaceful appeal for urgent action on a badly deteriorated road that has become a major challenge for movement and business.
Young Nigerians are being trained in a growing area of the country's transport sector as NYSC and NADDC launch hands-on CNG vehicle conversion lessons.
Shallipopi insisted that he would not allow the case to be swept under the carpet or buried .
Investors have committed $400 million to a planned initial public offering by Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE. The continent’s
read more Dangote Refinery pulls in $400m in underwriting commitments for mega IPO
Yields on US 30-year Treasury debt reached the highest level in nearly 20 years as investors worried that runaway government spending, a barrage of long-term debt sales and inflation running above Fed targets for five years could spur faster policy tightening.
Actress Etinosa Idemudia has opened up about the powerful support she has received from fellow actress Mercy Johnson Okojie over the years.
“I am ready to support this initiative. The Executive Chairman of Etche Local Government Area, Hon. Chima Njoku, who is also an old student of this institution, and I have been discussing this matter. We understand the urgency,” he said.
The NNPC Limited/FIRST Exploration and Petroleum Development Company Limited (FIRST E&P) Joint Venture has moved beyond conventional one-off corporate grants,
read more NNPC, FIRST E&P deepen social investment with new grants
The Nigeria Police Force is set to develop a comprehensive security roadmap for the 2027 general elections as senior police
read more 2027 Polls: Police move to deploy AI for election security, tackle emerging threats
May & Baker Nigeria Plc has warned investors against a fraudulent investment scheme circulating online under the name “M&B Equity
read more May & Baker warns investors over fraudulent ‘M&B Equity Stake’ scheme
Nollywood stars rally support for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, as his daughters appeal for medical assistance for his stage-four c
The Department of Transport has gazetted the proposed extension to driving licence cards for public comment.
Ruiyu Li is a research scientist at Meta.Ruiyu LiRuiyu Li, a research scientist at Meta, makes over $250k and focuses on AI and machine learning.She said working in eight AI labs in college and grad school allowed her to publish research.Li said she developed a niche by focusing on AI video generation and large-scale AI systems.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Ruiyu Li, a ...
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has directed candidates with unresolved admission offers spanning the 2020 to
read more JAMB sets August 31 deadline for candidates with pending admissions, 2020-2025
A quiet Massachusetts community has been shaken by the deaths of a mother and her teenage son, with authorities now accusing a 17-year-old family member in the case.
Special Adviser and Spokesperson to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, Olawale Rasheed, has said that the people of Osun State should not feel betrayed by Governor Adeleke’s endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, insisting that the endorsement predates the governor’s victory at the polls.
Rasheed made the remarks while featuring on Arise TV on Tuesday, responding to a ...
Crude oil prices continue to rise, impacting global stocks as hopes for a US-Iran deal on the Strait of Hormuz fade. Learn how this affects markets.
Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesAlger Investments' Brad Neuman recently told BI that the firm continues to bet on AI-power stocks.Data centers are expected to use 25% of US electricity by 2030, up from 10% today, Alger projects.He highlighted three stocks to play the trade: GE Vernova, FTAI Aviation, and Bloom Energy.A few months back, semiconductor stocks were hardly the only ones to take it on the ...
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the August 15 Osun State election, Bola Oyebamiji, has reacted to the outcome of the poll, saying he accepts the position of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following his defeat to Governor Ademola Adeleke. Oyebamiji made his first public comments on the election in
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Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, yesterday, blamed the worsening flooding in Abuja on the construction of buildings and other structures on green areas, floodplains, gullies and natural drainage channels, warning that the continued development is increasing the FCT’s vulnerability to flooding.
She stated that several ...
“They have computed the fund requirement for implementing this second announcement of pay increase. In their computation, they excluded pensioners and the consequential adjustment of pensioners’ pensions. That is the main issue we are protesting.”
Doctors in Sri Lanka have made an extraordinary medical discovery after removing a massive stone from a patient's bladder.
Anthropic is watermarking AI-generated text. The news divided techies.OJO Images/Getty ImagesAnthropic's invisible Claude watermarks are dividing tech over transparency and privacy concerns.Supporters say watermarks could expose undisclosed AI use and curb AI training on AI slop.Watermark critics say the tech can flag lightly edited human work and create compliance risks.Anthropic's move to place ...
Both fighters impressed at PFL Africa: Nigeria in June. Henniene secured a first-round submission victory, while Uchegbu announced himself with a dominant unanimous decision win
A presidential aspirant has sparked a fresh debate over Nigeria's approach to cannabis, questioning whether destroying the crop is the best response amid widespread economic hardship.
SARS has called for public comment on the implementation of a new digital VAT system for the country.
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Kenny Akintola
There is a special kind of patience that comes with being Nigerian.
It is the patience to stand in a queue for two hours and still hear, “Please be patient, we are attending to it.”
The patience to call customer care, listen to “Your call is important to us” about 17 times, only for the call to end before a human being ...
Getty Images; BISome Gen Zers will Venmo-request you for half an avocado.Venmo and Zelle may have made bill-splitting math easier, but they haven't made etiquette clearer.An etiquette expert shared the best way to approach bill-splitting and handle friends who don't pay back.When Joanne Wang went out for dinner to celebrate her 24th birthday, she expected to split the meal evenly. She was ...
The Federal Government is looking to agriculture and livestock development as a major weapon against Nigeria's food and employment challenges.
By Olasunkanmi Akoni
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Tunde Disu, has issued a stern public warning against “jungle justice” and mob action, declaring that anyone who assaults or kills a suspect outside the law will be prosecuted for murder.
Disu stressed that the measures have become necessary to checkmate the rising cases of extrajudicial killings across the country.
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With the ValueJet Cup now secured, Buter insists Sporting Lagos will approach their return to the NPFL without fear, despite the demands of competing across a 38-game league campaign
Haley Sacks, known as Mrs. Dow Jones.Courtesy of Daniel RandallThe following is a book excerpt from "Future Rich Person" by Haley Sacks, aka Mrs. Dow Jones.When she got a dream job at age 25, she didn't have basic adult money skills or investing knowledge.The moment she stopped avoiding her finances and took control, her whole life shifted.In this book excerpt from "Future Rich Person," author ...
Chuks Okocha in Abuja
Less than 24 hours to the commencement of campaigns for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, major political parties are yet to fully constitute and unveil their campaign councils.
However, this seems to be traced to internal intrigues, consultations and legal disputes.
The development implies that President Bola Tinubu ...
A police operation in Abeokuta has led to the arrest of two men suspected of being part of a robbery syndicate targeting unsuspecting commuters.
. Ask FG, UN, AU, US, UK to intervene over alleged disappearance of youths
Boniface Okoro in Umuahia
The coalition of independent lawyers in the South-east region last Sunday decried what they called years of prolonged and secret detention of youths allegedly arrested during security operations in the region, saying that they should produce them in court or free them.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesChatGPT suddenly got more profane this month, users say.The chatbot has used swear words on and off for a while. Lately, people are noticing an uptick.Business Insider spoke with users who suddenly started seeing the f-bombs rain.ChatGPT, wash that mouth out with soap.Noticing more swear words on ChatGPT recently? It's not just you. Users flocked to ...
Eben de Jongh is the brains behind Sonke and its revolutionary SKUBU start-up, and boasts over two decades of experience in engineering and management.
Nigerian music star Omah Lay has opened up about his long-running struggle with smoking and why he has changed his approach to quitting.
A doctor clarifies palliative care for stage-four cancer patients after actor Ogogo’s daughters claimed hospitals refused treatment for their father. Learn
A missionary pastor has died after being bitten by a venomous snake while working in a Plateau community where similar incidents have reportedly claimed other lives.
A fresh allegation has emerged over the financial battle behind the Osun governorship election, with Deji Adeleke claiming a staggering amount was allegedly deployed to influence voters.
A fresh warning has emerged over Abuja's worsening flood problem, with a senator pointing to developments that may be leaving the city increasingly vulnerable.
Uber chief operating officer Andrew Macdonald previously said it's getting harder to justify money spent on AI.Sam Barnes/Sportsfile for Collision via Getty ImagesUber COO Andrew Macdonald thinks it's possible the ride-hailing company will have fewer employees in five years.Macdonald said AI could augment and potentially replace some roles.He also said Uber may end up needing more workers to ...
A Kwara-based group urges Governor AbdulRazaq to reconcile aggrieved APC stakeholders and deepen political inclusion ahead of the 2027 elections.
Kano State Government has committed N996.29bn to 1,557 projects across its 44 LGAs in three years, with 867 projects completed.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele urges APC’s Bola Oyebamiji to congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his Osun election re-election and offer policy ideas.
A landmark Meta trial begins in California as states accuse the company of making Facebook and Instagram addictive for children. Lawyers spar over witnesse
Ilia Penzin and Liliia Penzina at their café, T.O.L.K., in Bushwick.Paola Chapdelaine for BIIlia Penzin and Liliia Penzina run T.O.L.K., a café in Bushwick, NYC, facing financial hurdles.T.O.L.K., opened in 2025, serves as both a coffee shop and art gallery, promoting local artists.Despite financial struggles, Penzin and Penzina remain hopeful, aiming to expand their NYC business.Ilia Penzin and ...
Boniface Okoro in Umuahia
The Kelechi Anosike Foundation (KAF) Abia Champions League, sponsored by the Abia State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the 2027 elections, Dr. Kelechi Anosike, last Sunday commenced at the Williams Memorial Secondary School, Afugiri Ohuhu in Umuahia North Local Government Area of the state, with a promise to use sports as a tool to ...
President Cyril Ramaphosa has proclaimed the commencement of the Transport Appeal Tribunal Amendment Act.
Sylvester Idowu in Warri
A Niger Delta leader, Elder Joseph Ambakederimo, has called for the restructuring of Nigeria’s federal system to enable states to retain 70 per cent of revenues from local resources.
Ambakederimo made the call last weekend at a birthday breakfast media chat in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to mark his 65th birthday.
The chat with the theme: ...
Authorities in Ogun State have sealed a packaging facility after uncovering alleged environmental violations that raised serious public health concerns.
Discover how Zion Suzuki overcame racist abuse and costly mistakes to become the most expensive Japanese goalkeeper, set for Aston Villa and the EPL.
Iran’s judiciary has banned the popular YouTube debate show “Azad” for allegedly spreading “false information,” highlighting tightened media controls.
Omoyele Sowore criticizes NDLEA for destroying cannabis farms, advocating for cannabis legalization in Nigeria to harness economic opportunities and genera
By Bayo Wahab
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the Osun State election, Bola Oyebamiji, has said he respects the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following his defeat by the incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke.
Oyebamiji stated this in a message posted on his X account on Tuesday, three days after the August 15 ...
Two Super Eagles legends have opened up about the unexpected stories behind the names that became famous across world football.
The latest NBS data show a slower increase in overall consumer prices, but food inflation accelerated sharply, with monthly food inflation rising to 5.56 per cent from 3.75 per cent in June.
The Asian football rift deepens as the AFC chief defends his stance against Qatar’s challenge over the confederation’s move to target FIFA president Gianni
Natasha Osawaru has stepped into a powerful new position at the Edo State House of Assembly following a major leadership reshuffle.
Tensions are rising at Kaduna State University after lecturers issued a fresh deadline over unresolved salary and working condition concerns.
Abubakar Jimoh, FCIB, CFA, Group CEO of TrustBanc Financial Group and Chairman of the Occasion at the 2026 Lagos Bankers' Fair, has called on banks, fintechs, regulators and professional bodies to combine their strengths in expanding credit, deepening financial inclusion and building a more resilient financial system for Lagos and Nigeria.
“Efforts are currently being intensified by operatives to track down and apprehend other fleeing members of the syndicate, establish the full extent of their activities, and recover necessary exhibits,” the statement read.
The outcome of the Osun governorship election has sparked a strong reaction from a political economist, who sees the result as a warning to those in power.
Adam Gray/Bloomberg via Getty Images; Mark Lennihan/AP Images; Alyssa powell/BINavigating New York City's economy can feel like a gauntlet of minor indignities. Selling ice cream, for some reason, requires two different permits. Want to quit your gym? You may have to send a certified letter by mail. Oh, and before you haul your belongings to that storage unit, you'd better read the fine print ...
“The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has asked members of...
Ogun State is set to host a major government gathering focused on food support, healthcare and housing for vulnerable Nigerians.
Authorities in the Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State have detained a suspect in connection with a fatal incident involving a companion at a local lodging facility.
It said the evacuation was made possible through the intervention and sponsorship of flight tickets by public-spirited private individuals, whose support the government appreciated.
The currency, which traded at an NFEM rate of N1,357.6 on Friday, August 17, 2026, appreciated by at least N8.07 after trading activities on Monday.
Ogun State Police have arrested two suspected ‘one-chance’ robbers in Abeokuta. Learn how the intelligence-led operation led to their capture and ongoing e
By Golok Nanmwa
JOS – More than 20 persons have been killed and several others injured after gunmen attacked Binper community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The attack, according to residents, occurred between midnight on Monday and the early hours of Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
An eyewitness, Daniel Musa, who spoke to our correspondent, said the attackers ...