“We are ready to die here,” miners return to site
“If you don’t come out for a day or two you will feel it because there are no profitable jobs.”
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Dangote Refinery IPO: Investors to reap bountiful returns, says Devakumar
By Udeme Akpan The Vice President, Oil and Gas, Dangote Industries Limited, Mr. Edwin Devakumar, has assured prospective investors that the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery presents an opportunity to participate in one of Africa’s most strategic industrial enterprises, saying investors stand to enjoy significant value appreciation and attractive returns […]
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2027: Sowunmi mobilises grassroots for Tinubu’s re-election
According to him, Nigeria needs continuity in governance and sufficient time for governments to implement long-term policies, rather than changing direction every four years.
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Obi, Kwankwaso hold Kaduna town hall
Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the NDC, Peter Obi, has said he and his running mate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, used a town hall meeting in Kaduna to engage directly with citizens on the challenges confronting Nigeria. Obi disclosed this in a post on his Facebook page following the meeting, which he said […]
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Troops rescue two kidnap victims, arrest 12 in Plateau
By Kingsley Omonobi JOS — Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have rescued two kidnapped victims, arrested 12 suspects and recovered weapons during separate operations in Plateau State. Captain Polycarp Oteh, Media Information Officer for the operation, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying the operations were conducted in different parts of the state. He […]
08:44 pm
US arrests 18 suspects in killing of Haitian president
Eighteen suspects in the 2021 assassination of Haitian president Jovenel Moise have been transported to Florida to stand trial, US officials said Sunday.
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Kalu mourns former Kogi governor Ibrahim Idris
Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has mourned the death of former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris. Idris, popularly known as “Ibro,” died on Sunday in the United Kingdom at the age of 77. Kalu, in a condolence statement personally signed by him on Sunday, […]
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‘There were some good signs’ – Carrick defends Man United performance
Michael Carrick insisted that there were positive signs from Manchester United’s 1-1 draw at Fulham after Matheus Cunha saved his side from a third successive defeat on Sunday.
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Berom youths place communities on red alert after nine killed in Plateau attacks
The warning followed renewed attacks in parts of the state which reportedly left nine persons dead, including passengers and a pastor, heightening tension across affected communities.
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First Lady demands end to food waste as global crisis looms
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA –THE First Lady Senator Oluremi Tnubu has issued a forceful message to Nigerians, demanding an immediate end to the culture of food waste as the country marks World Cleanup Day 2026 under the global theme “From Clean Plates to Clean Cities.” In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, the First Lady […]
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Yusuf, Bells, Chimsom Chuka evicted from BBNaija Season 11
BBNaija Season 11 housemates, Yusuf, Bells and Chimsom Chuka, have been evicted from the reality TV show.
Politics
OK Movement crisis deepens as National Head of Operations resigns
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The National Head of Operations of the OK Movement, Hon. Engr. Francis Nnoli, has resigned over what he described as a growing disconnect between the movement and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. His resignation followed a disagreement over whether the OK Movement should operate […]
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“We are ready to die here,” miners return to site
“If you don’t come out for a day or two you will feel it because there are no profitable jobs.”
Metro
Killing over alleged blasphemy rocks Sokoto
Tension has gripped parts of Sokoto metropolis following the stabbing of controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa, shortly after he conducted the Jumu’at prayer at his mosque in the Mabera area of the metropolis.
Entertainment
Yusuf, Bells, Chimsom Chuka evicted from BBNaija Season 11
BBNaija Season 11 housemates, Yusuf, Bells and Chimsom Chuka, have been evicted from the reality TV show.
ICYMI
NDC leadership disowns 59-member Presidential Campaign Council unveiled by Obi, Kwankwaso Movement
No individual or group is authorized to announce, constitute, or publish any campaign council, structure, or organ in the name of the party
Business
Nigerian Bottling Company marks 75yrs, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria
By Tunde Oso Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd, a member of the Coca-Cola HBC Group, has marked its 75th anniversary in Nigeria with a gala event held at the Conference Centre, Abuja. Reflecting on the company’s origin, Anastassis G. David, Chairman of Coca-Cola HBC, said: “In 1951, Anastasios Leventis negotiated the rights for the whole […]
Sports
‘There were some good signs’ – Carrick defends Man United performance
Michael Carrick insisted that there were positive signs from Manchester United's 1-1 draw at Fulham after Matheus Cunha saved his side from a third successive defeat on Sunday.
Special Report
Hajja Bintu Konto: Meet Labour Party’s vice presidential candidate for 2027 election
Hajja Bintu Konto’s impressive record of service, particularly in conflict-affected communities across Northern Nigeria, has earned her respect
Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party – Because Of Our Tomorrow
Sonny Adenuga is dedicated to advancing a new model of leadership that leverages technology, transparency, and institutional reform
Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report
The report however acknowledged positive steps by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, under President Bola Tinubu’s reforms
2027: Why Kaduna is crucial to Tinubu’s re-election push
Pundits argue that Kaduna is small enough to ignore at a casual glance, but big enough to ruin your entire calculation
Technology
Google’s Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords
Google’s consumer AI model Gemini hacked multiple systems through guessing login credentials, the company told AFP on Friday
AI could ‘kill all humans’: How safe are Nigerians?
Behind the excitement is an increasingly uncomfortable question: Are humans building machines that could eventually replace them or even become too powerful to control?
NCC offers students free 100MB daily for online learning
•ALTON hails gesture, says it’ll enhance digital education in NigeriaBy Prince Osuagwu Hi-Tech Editor The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has launched a Zero-Rated Data Access to Educational Platforms and Content initiative, offering eligible users up to 100MB of free data daily to access approved educational websites and platforms. Access to digital learning The initiative, launched […]
ESET raises cybersecurity awareness at Lagos Civil Service Commission Career Week
By Islamiyyah Adekanbi The need for greater cybersecurity awareness resurfaced again, weekend, as the Lagos State Civil Service Commission held its Career Week 2026.The Career Week, themed “Driving Business Process Automation in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) within the Lagos State Public Service,” focused on digital transformation, workplace readiness and the changing nature of work […]
Education
NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows
By Aniche Chiamaka The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Institute of Management and Professional Studies, MIMPS, Nigeria, has honoured 58 Distinguished Fellows during their last executive workshop and fellowship investiture held recently at the University of Lagos, Akoka. The Registrar of the Institute, Dr Okeoma Alphonsus, admonished the newly-inducted Fellows that they were honoured not […]
Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU
BENIN CITY – The Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, Hon. Romeo Omoike, was among the graduands at the 22nd Convocation Ceremony of Benson Idahosa University (BIU), held at the university’s permanent site on Sapele Road, Benin City. A total of 1,324 students comprising 1,059 undergraduates and 265 postgraduates, graduated from the institution, the […]
School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%
As primary and secondary schools reopen across the country today parents and guardians are going to contend with paying higher school fees, as most private schools have increased fees by between 30 and 40 per cent, checks by Vanguard have shown.
School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%
….Fuel price hike may hamper school run ..School owners rue unpaid bills, high running cost …Parents should not be discouraged – NUT ..Uncertainty over resumption in unity colleges By Adesina Wahab and Dayo Johnson As primary and secondary schools reopen across the country on Monday, parents and guardians are set to contend with higher school […]