High flood to hit Lagos, Delta, Imo, 12 other states in 7 days – NiHSA
The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NiHSA) has said a seven-day high flood will hit Imo, Cross River, Lagos and 12 other states.
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Raphinha to sign new Barcelona deal until 2030
Barcelona star Raphinha has agreed to stay at the club until 2030, sporting director Deco said Saturday at the club’s general assembly.
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Nigeria can tackle defence hardware challenges locally – Former DICON DG
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Former Director-General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Maj.-Gen. Nnaemeka Charles Maduegbunam (rtd.), has said Nigeria can overcome many of its military hardware and equipment challenges by harnessing its pool of engineers, technicians and available local resources. Maduegbunam said prioritising indigenous technology and local expertise would help the […]
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CNG: There will be fare cut from October 1 – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has said that from October 1, commuters across Nigeria must begin to see measurable reductions in transportation fares as he has directed all 36 states to accelerate the National Affordable CNG Transit Programme.
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ECOWAS Court to Hold 2026 Conference in Dakar
By Innocent Anaba The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, will convene its 2026 International Conference in Dakar, Senegal, from September 21 to 25, bringing together judicial, government and legal experts to examine the future of regional justice and integration. The conference, themed, “ECOWAS Court of Justice at […]
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Nigeria’s climate, debt crises hit women, girls, children hardest — ActionAid
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – ActionAid Nigeria and its partners have called for urgent action to address the growing link between climate change and unsustainable debt, warning that women, girls, children and communities on the frontlines of climate impacts are bearing the greatest burden. The call followed the release of ActionAid’s international flagship report, Debt […]
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37 miners’ deaths: Atiku puts Tinubu, Alake, Tunji-Ojo on the spot
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has put President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on the spot over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State.
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CNN, MS NOW, Politico denied access to White House grounds
The White House made good Saturday on President Donald Trump’s vow to deny CNN, MS NOW and Politico access to the presidential mansion as punishment for reporting what he calls “fake news.”
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Arsenal beaten 3-0 by Brighton to end perfect Premier League start
Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton on Saturday.
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West Ham’s Castellanos accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper
West Ham striker Taty Castellanos was accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall during a fiery 2-2 London derby draw at the Den on Saturday.
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88 students bag first class degrees as UNIOSUN holds 16th convocation
As Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo, holds its 16th convocation ceremony, 88 students across different faculties will be graduating with first-class degrees.
Politics
2027: Meet two women in race against Tinubu, Atiku, Obi
They are Ada Elizabeth Fredrick Okwori of the National Democratic Party, NDP, and Nkem Esther Okereke of the National Rescue Movement, NRM.
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Meet Rosaline Ogunro, Nigerian-born woman who became mayor of Islington
Ogunro, who represents St Peter’s and Canalside Ward, was officially sworn in as Mayor of Islington for 2026/27 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Metro
Miners’ deaths: Adeyanju rejects panel payment, vows to expose cover-up
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has joined the committee investigating the deaths of alleged gold miners in Minna, Niger State, vowing to expose any attempt to shield those responsible or suppress the truth.
Entertainment
Real Warri Pikin in dilemma?
By Tony-Okafor Favour Popular comedian Real Warri Pikin cannot deny being in a dilemma after she was forced to apologise to her husband and fans over her viral interaction with singer Timaya during his performance at the 2026 AFRIMMA Awards in Dallas, United States. The comedienne really did not expect the buzz that greeted her […]
ICYMI
Tinubu hails EFCC as Nigeria wins $6bn Mambilla arbitration in Paris
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its role in Nigeria’s victory at the arbitration tribunal.
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
Raphinha to sign new Barcelona deal until 2030
Barcelona star Raphinha has agreed to stay at the club until 2030, sporting director Deco said Saturday at the club's general assembly.
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 […]