“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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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.
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CPPE wants foreign traders’ permits reviewed
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, CPPE, has called for a review of business permits, expatriate quotas and immigration approvals for foreign nationals operating in Nigeria’s retail and distributive trade sectors. The group said the growing presence of foreign traders, particularly Chinese nationals, in the retail market could put additional pressure on Nigerian […]
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NELFUND expands access to higher education for Nigerian students – Gov Yusuf
The CPS quoted his principal as saying this at Al-Istiqama University’s 2nd and 3rd combined convocation ceremony in Sumaila.
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Isak fires Liverpool to 1-0 win over Iraola’s Bournemouth
Liverpool won 1-0 on Andoni Iraola’s return to Bournemouth thanks to Alexander Isak’s winner.
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37 miners’ deaths: NSCDC parades suspended commandant, officers
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC has arrested and detained 24 personnel in connection with the death of 37 suspected illegal miners in Niger State, parading suspended Niger State Commandant, Commandant Subaru Siyaka Aniviye, and 23 other officers at the Corps Headquarters in Abuja. The Corps also ordered the […]
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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.”
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NLC warns FG against backdoor sale of Unity Colleges
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has rejected the Federal Government’s plan to concession the management of Kings College, Lagos, warning that the move could lead to the privatisation of the nation’s Unity Colleges “through the back door.” NLC President, Joe Ajaero, stated this in a statement issued against the backdrop of protests […]
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Former Kogi gov, Ibrahim Idris, dies in UK at 77
Idris reportedly died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the United Kingdom.
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Women miners demand justice over deaths of 37 miners
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — Women in Mining Nigeria, WIMIN, has condemned the deaths of 37 artisanal miners who reportedly died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State, describing the incident as tragic and demanding an independent investigation. The organisation expressed condolences to the bereaved families, […]
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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 […]
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
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Metro
Killing over alleged blasphemy rocks Sokoto
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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.
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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
Isak fires Liverpool to 1-0 win over Iraola’s Bournemouth
Liverpool won 1-0 on Andoni Iraola's return to Bournemouth thanks to Alexander Isak's winner.
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Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report
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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
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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 […]