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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, Hon. Aminu Attah, has challenged former Deputy Governor, Chief Edward Onoja, to publicly support the party’s Kogi East senatorial candidate, Chief Joseph Ameh Erico, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Hammed Shittu in Ilorin Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has said that payment of taxes by residents of the state remains a major collective commitment towards the infrastructural and sustainable development of the state. Towards this end, the governor called for tax education among residents and schools in a ...
He urged the labour unions to give Nigerians more information about the benefits of government programmes instead of allowing their disagreements to dominate public discussions.
The ultimate significance of this undertaking will depend on the quality of the research it supports, the collaborations it attracts and the usefulness of the knowledge it helps preserve and disseminate. But the underlying proposition is clear: an African media institution can do more than report events and participate in ...
Commonwealth leaders have welcomed Britain’s agreement to engage in “time-bound inclusive and good-faith dialogue” over the “historical harms” of the transatlantic slave trade. In a final communique issued late on Wednesday, the group of nations said the time had come for “meaningful, truthful and respectful conversation towards forging a common ...
KEDI Healthcare Industries Nigeria Limited celebrated its 20th anniversary alongside its 8th Car Award Ceremony on 24 October 2026 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts (formerly the National Theatre), Iganmu, Lagos. Held under the theme “A Grand Celebration of Excellence & Global Impact” and the ...
The judgement, if upheld by the higher courts, means the ADC, a major challenger to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), is barred from fielding candidates in the upcoming general elections.
Ikeja Electric has apologised to customers on some of its Band A feeders for failing to meet the minimum 20-hour daily electricity supply target on November 3 and 4, 2026. The electricity distribution company, in a notice addressed to its customers, expressed regret over its inability to deliver the expected ...
England captain Harry Kane has signed a record-breaking contract extension with Bayern Munich that will keep him at the German club until June 2029, in a deal reportedly making him the highest-paid player in Europe by basic salary. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, the three-year extension is the ...
"To the Portuguese people, the day has come for me to hand back the number seven shirt of our national team," he said.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, ending a record-breaking 23-year career with Portugal, in which he scored
read more Cristiano Ronaldo ends Portugal career with 234 caps and 146 goals
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced the end of his 23-year journey with the Portugal national team, reflecting on his achievements, sacrifices and enduring connection with the country. In an emotional farewell message addressed to the Portuguese people, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner described representing his country as the greatest honour of ...
He said his children were more fluent in English than he was and had successful careers in the United States.
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has nullified the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) headed by former Senate President David Mark and invalidated the nomination of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. Justice Peter Lifu delivered the judgment on ...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that he influenced the court judgment which recognised former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha as the All Progressives Congress candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 elections. Wike spoke during a live media chat on Thursday ...
The Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has called for stronger collaboration between
Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has announced that he will no longer play for Portugal after spending over 20 years representing his country.
In a sustained effort to rid Kogi State of criminal elements and dismantle the operational networks of kidnappers, troops of
read more Anti-kidnap Operations: Troops neutralize three kidnappers, recover weapons , caches of ammunition in Kogi
Bassey Inyang in Calabar Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has condemned in strong terms the attack on the convoy of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, by suspected political thugs Wednesday in the state capital, Calabar. In a statement by the governor’s Chief Press ...
Statutory remittance of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to the federal government slipped marginally to N11.14 trillion between
read more NNPC remittance slips to N11.14trn in nine months
The Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE) has called on the Federal Government to urgently review the National Policy on Education
According to the BBC, the British man tested positive for the virus while in the DRC.
The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has called for greater religious tolerance and protection of fundamental rights, saying peaceful coexistence
read more Buratai Foundation links religious tolerance to national stability, economic growth
The literary association introduced reforms aimed at improving accountability and helping Nigerian writers protect and profit from their work.
Security agencies have rescued eight abducted persons in coordinated operations around Millennium City and Marabar Rido in Chikun Local Government
read more Security agencies rescue eight abducted victims in Kaduna, intensify crackdown on kidnapping networks
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he was retiring from international football. The 41-year-old, who has played 234 times for Portugal and scored 146 goals, fell out with national coach Jorge Jesus last month after he refused to use him in a Nations League match. Ronaldo immediately ...
An Abuja court removed David Mark’s ADC leadership, voiding Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential nomination less than a day after his Sokoto major campaign rally.
The UK has published the official cost of its 10-year standard visitor visa for applicants planning multiple visits. Here is how much the visa costs.
Whom, then, does this Tinubu economy serve? Macro-economic numbers may look clean on press releases emanating from Aso Rock, but they serve only political officeholders, government contractors, and financial gatekeepers. For the teacher in Ibadan, the trader in Onitsha, the commercial driver in Kano, and the young graduate in Lagos ...
Nyesom Wike has denied being involved in a court case that removed Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as the APC candidate for a senatorial seat and replaced him with former governor Rochas Okorocha.
Nigeria has four fully licensed non-interest banks offering Sharia-compliant services as Islamic finance expands to N5 trillion, attracting growing investor demand.
NNPCL has reduced petrol prices, while depot owners across four major Nigerian cities recorded mixed price movements following Dangote Refinery's latest adjustment.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he hoped the Democrat triumph in the US midterm elections would boost support for Kyiv and help end the war with Russia. Ukraine and its European allies had been worried about the United States getting closer to Russia since President Donald Trump returned to ...
Ikeja Electric issued seven apologies in nine days over Band A’s missed 20-hour power target, citing grid faults and limits as premium customers face extra costs.
Hairstylist John Frieda, who worked with some of the world's most recognisable personalities, including Princess Diana, has died at the age of 75.
A dispatch rider has lost his life in a tragic accident involving a trailer in Ojodu, Lagos.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Enhancing Financial Inclusion and Advancement (EFInA), Foyinsolami Akinjayeju, has tasked small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to rethink their approach to financing, urging them to look beyond conventional loans and identify capital that aligns with their operational needs, growth ambitions and repayment capacity. Akinjayeju made this ...
Former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola has made his position clear about Nyesom Wike and his place in the PDP.
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, has unveiled the Top 21 finalists for Hackaholics 7.0, who will compete at the grand finale scheduled for Friday, November 6, 2026, in Lagos. Themed Festival of the Future, the grand finale will bring together innovators ...
Davido trends after his interaction with Tunde Perry at Zlatan Ibile's Morocco wedding, where the content creator repeatedly associated him with Wizkid and Burna Boy
Find out who qualifies for the FG’s N50,000 monthly cash support, the eligibility requirements and how to apply for the government assistance programme.
The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday said it generated ₦302,952,570,769.24 in October
The album will be his first studio project since Warriors, released in 2020, marking a six-year gap between his albums.
Prestmit has become the go-to gift card trading platform for Nigerian traders, with more than 1 million users and 2.5 million app downloads. This article looks at why it is ranked the best: the rates, the payout, the verification, the support and what else the platform covers. What the platform ...
Canada has listed requirements for foreigners who want to bring pets into the country. Situations that may lead to denial of entry were also explained.
. 30 assemblies endorse constitutional amendment Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Senate has given the six state Houses of Assembly yet to communicate their positions on the proposed constitutional amendment establishing the State Police until November 15 to do so, warning that failure to respond by the deadline could be ...
Greece has officially opened fresh opportunities for foreign workers seeking employment, as it confirms companies that are eligible for recruitment.
The Bauchi State Government has been commended for approving the placement of newly recruited nurses and engineers on Salary Grade Level 09
Harry Kane has signed a new deal with Bayern Munich that will see him earn a huge amount of money every week.
South Africa’s governing African National Congress (ANC) faced the prospect of its worst municipal election performance as early results showed
read more ANC support plunges in South Africa municipal elections as DA gains
The Executive Director of Futuremap Foundation, Dr Shuaib Sani Shuaib, has called on Nigeria to harness its youthful population and
Aisha Yesufu urged Nigerians to fund Peter Obi's 2027 campaign, saying citizens must share costs; donations are separate from NDC and all fully accounted for.
Blessing also explained that she was making efforts to maintain her appearance as she embraced her new relationship status, inviting interested men to send applications to her direct messages.
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, Abuja The Federal High Court in Abuja has sacked the Senator David Mark-led executives of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and invalidated all actions they took on behalf of the party. The actions included the nomination of a former vice president, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, as the party’s ...
Akwa United have handed the captain's armband to a familiar face as they prepare for a new campaign.
The Nigerian Army has released the list of shortlisted candidates for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027 Selection Board. The Army announced the release on Thursday via its
A coalition of civil society organisations, community groups, and trade unions has called on the Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO) to clarify its position on regulating domestic boreholes across
Konga is betting on a brand-new sport utility vehicle (SUV) giveaway and month-long discounts to drive mobile shopping and strengthen
read more Konga bets on SUV giveaway to drive App shopping as black Friday competition intensifies
A group of youths in Akwa Ibom who tried to arrest a wanted robbery suspect ended up in a violent confrontation with him.
Rising living costs are forcing young Nigerians to rethink how they spend their salaries, as increasing expenses on food, transportation,
read more Rising living costs force young Nigerians to rethink salary spending
By Luminous Jannamike, Abuja The Federal Government has challenged delegates to the 2026 National Youth Conference to move beyond discussions and produce concrete recommendations that will shape government policies and address challenges confronting young Nigerians. The government wants the conference to translate ideas gathered during virtual consultations into practical action ...
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, Rep. Bamidele Salam, has emerged Secretary-General of the African Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (AFROPAC),
Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold is set to return to the stage for the second edition of his headline concert, The Greatest Showman, scheduled for December 26 at the National Theatre
Relationship expert Blessing CEO has announced the end of her relationship with businessman IVD, bringing an unexpected twist to their much-discussed romance.
The South-South Development Commission (SSDC) has enrolled 1,666 vulnerable women, children and elderly persons in the
Canada has mentioned the new amount applicants must pay if they want to pick up their passports urgently. The new fee was implemented this year.
The Nigerian stock market gained N308 billion as the All-Share Index rose 0.19 per cent, supported by Transcorp Power, GTCO, Zenith Bank and UBA shares.
Minister Tunji Alausa highlights 26 initiatives introduced under President Bola Tinubu, outlining key programmes and reforms aimed at improving the education sector.
Austria offers highly qualified foreign workers a pathway to move to the country without first securing a job offer. Here is how the job-seeker visa works.
India proposed a visa overhaul that removed up to 70% of application fields across 22 categories, aiming to simplify e-Visa forms and ease travel for visitors.
The “Ba A Gudu Ba A Bar Gida” exhibition locates the responsibility of belonging within this relationship. Nina Fischer-Stephan’s photographs offer evidence of lives whose significance exceeds both the photographer’s original intentions and our present interpretations. Encountering them in Kaduna allows memory, research and lived knowledge to question one another ...
CAF cheers as Nigeria’s Flamingos beat Brazil 3-1 to reach their first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, making history for Africa as they prepare to face Japan.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested by police in Adamawa after allegedly killing his 21-year-old neighbour during an argument over roasted meat.
Rich countries are falling well short of the $305 billion needed each year to help developing nations adapt to climate
read more Rich countries fall far short on climate adaptation funding, UN says
She expressed her worries, stating that most youth heavily depend on their smart devices that they find it hard to recognise their talents.
Segun Ajayi, the Director-General (DG) of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called for urgent and coordinated interventions to
read more Nigeria must produce more, import less to create job, boost economy – MAN
Kano State is set to launch another round of polio vaccination targeting 3,024,026 children aged between zero and 59 months across
BBNaija star Phyna takes sides in the ongoing online clash between Davido and VeryDarkMan with a controversial comment that sparks mixed reactions online
Nigeria’s ability to attract portfolio investments provides liquidity to the economy and signals its potential to foreign investors, creating opportunities for deeper, long-term capital inflows, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has said.