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Edo polls

Edo Guber: Who succeeds Obaseki?

THE stage is set. Voters across the three senatorial districts, 18 local government areas, 192 wards and 4,519 polling units of Edo State will troop out to elect a successor to Governor Godwin Obaseki.
Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

Adeleke

We won’t bow to intimidation — Adeleke

latest news

07:20 am
Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte

Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte

By Babajide Komolafe The rapid growth in digital finance is outpacing public confidence in the financial ecosystem, prompting the Bridgforte Centre for Global Impact to launch a new governance framework and the Trust Lab to strengthen trust in platform-led finansce. The Centre disclosed this yesterday at the unveiling of its flagship policy report, Trust Architecture in […]

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Stakeholders raise alarm over foreign logistics dominance

Stakeholders raise alarm over foreign logistics dominance

By Godwin Oritse The Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN, has said that the growing participation of foreign firms in Nigeria’s freight forwarding, customs brokerage and logistics sector should be viewed as a reflection of deeper structural deficiencies rather than simply a nationality issue. Speaking on the ongoing debate over foreign involvement […]

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Enoh hails Dangote as Nigeria’s industrial champion

Enoh hails Dangote as Nigeria’s industrial champion

The Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, has described Aliko Dangote as Nigeria’s “foremost industrialist” and the driving force behind the successful launch of the Nigeria Industrial Policy (NIP), even as he disclosed that his ministry was targeting a rise in manufacturing’s contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) to about 20 per cent by 2030 […]

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Naira

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 31, 2026

The naira remained broadly stable against the United States dollar on Friday, July 31, 2026, with only marginal movements recorded in both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market.

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Femi Otedola appointed chairman First Bank Holdings

Otedola acquires additional N222bn FirstHoldco shares, now controls 26%

By Peter Egwuatu Femi Otedola, Chairman of First HoldCo, parent company of First Bank, has bought additional 1.779 billion shares of the company worth N222.209 billion. According to a statement signed by the company’s secretary, Abiola Baruwa, made available to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, yesterday, the shares were acquired through Otedola’s investment vehicle, Calvados Global Services Limited. […]

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ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The value of Automated Teller Machines (ATM) transactions grew sharply by 208.4 percent year-on-year (YoY) to N89.12 trillion in 2025 from N29.12 trillion in 2024. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, disclosed this in its 2025 Annual Report noting that the increase in ATM transactions reflects user preferences, adoption of digital channels, […]

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Can the Super Falcons bounce back to claim an 11th WAFCON title?

Can the Super Falcons bounce back to claim an 11th WAFCON title?

A shocking WAFCON Cup story unfolded in Rabat, Morocco on Tuesday when against all odds, tournament debutants Malawi stunned record champions Nigeria 3-2 in their Group C opener. This result sent tongues wagging regarding the possibility of Nigeria’s quest to win their 11th WAFCON title and qualify for the FIFA Women World Cup in Brazil.

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Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

YET, consider this: Right inside the major car park on inner Marina on Lagos Island, stretching from directly opposite the UBA Headquarters Building to the Old Kingsway Building (just before Oando gas station), is a public toilet. Five years ago, it had eight pit latrines and four urinaries. The stench oozing forth from inside is […]

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INSECURITY: US intervention in Nigeria questionable – Tukur Baba, ACF spokesperson

INSECURITY: US intervention in Nigeria questionable – Tukur Baba, ACF spokesperson

Professor Tukur Muham++mad Baba, National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, speaks on the achievements, challenges and future of the organisation, Nigeria’s insecurity and relations with other socio-cultural groups.

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Adeleke

We won’t bow to intimidation — Adeleke

FOLLOWING the detention of Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Mr Teslim Igbalaye, by operatives of the police command over alleged vote buying, Governor Ademola Adeleke, yesterday, declared that the people of the state will not succumb to any form of external interfereance or intimidation as the August 15 governorship election draws near.

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Edo Decides

Okpebholo

Edo Poll: I’ll be servant of all, ready to work with opposition —Okpebholo

THE Governor-elect of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, promised to be a servant to all people of the state.
Edo election: I remain committed to future political participation – Akpata

Edo election: I remain committed to future political participation – Akpata

BVAS

Edo Decides: 25 observer groups thumb down election

Senate moves to establish LG electoral commission

Okpebholo’s emergence as Edo governor-elect, milestone for APC – Akpabio

INEC

Edo: Why INEC must investigate officials involved in alleged manipulation of results – Yiaga

Politics

INSECURITY: US intervention in Nigeria questionable – Tukur Baba, ACF spokesperson

INSECURITY: US intervention in Nigeria questionable – Tukur Baba, ACF spokesperson

Adeleke

We won’t bow to intimidation — Adeleke

FCT Council Polls

Tinubu’s infrastructure, human capital investments will drive $1tn economy — APC chairman

INEC

ADC to INEC, Police: You’re erasing the line between state, APC

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Naira

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 31, 2026

The naira remained broadly stable against the United States dollar on Friday, July 31, 2026, with only marginal movements recorded in both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market.
Plateau

Gunmen kill three miners in fresh Plateau attack

‘We know the forest’ — Tinubu explains refusal to pay ransom over Oriire abduction

‘We know the forest’ — Tinubu explains refusal to pay ransom over Oriire abduction

Tinubu disbands PIC, warns Dutsin-Ma to stop parading himself as secretary

Tinubu disbands PIC, warns Dutsin-Ma to stop parading himself as secretary

Senate

Senate sets for  23-day probe of Nigeria’s oil sector audit, summons NNPCL, CBN, others

Metro

Lagos Govt intervenes after alleged threats against widow, arrests suspect

Lagos Govt intervenes after alleged threats against widow, arrests suspect

By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has intervened in the case of a 28-year-old widow, Tosin, who allegedly faced threats, intimidation and attempts to dispossess her of her late husband’s property eight days after his death. The intervention followed a viral video shared on Tuesday by activist Harrison Gwamnishu on his X handle, in […]
C’River LG workers storm governor’s office over 11 months’ unpaid salaries

C’River LG workers storm governor’s office over 11 months’ unpaid salaries

Bus conductor to receive 10 strokes of cane for slapping passenger

Bus conductor to receive 10 strokes of cane for slapping passenger

Gunmen kill Army Colonel in Abuja, shot wife

Gunmen kill Army Colonel in Abuja, shot wife

Police hunt kidnappers of three Lafia varsity students

Police hunt kidnappers of three Lafia varsity students

Columns

Zelensky, Netanyahu and Trump: A prostrate world at their feet, by Owei Lakemfa

Zelensky, Netanyahu and Trump: A prostrate world at their feet, by Owei Lakemfa

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Donu Kogbara

Arrogance Personified, by Donu Kogbara

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Economy improving for Tinubu, worsening for the people, by Adekunle Adekoya

Economy improving for Tinubu, worsening for the people, by Adekunle Adekoya

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Olu Fasan

Tacking poverty in Nigeria: Onus on crony billionaires, not self-made musicians! By Olu Fasan

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Eyirieyi Obohia: The culture of my people, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

Eyirieyi Obohia: The culture of my people, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

How to build confidence in public speaking, by Ruth Oji

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So, who killed Abacha and Abiola? By Ochereome Nnanna

So, who killed Abacha and Abiola? By Ochereome Nnanna

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Entertainment

BBNaija 11: Male housemates defeat ladies to win first wager debate

BBNaija 11: Male housemates defeat ladies to win first wager debate

The male housemates in BBNaija Season 11 have claimed their first Thursday wager victory after defeating the female team in a debate contest centred on the age-old "Nature versus Nurture" argument.
‘I had major surgery days ago’ — Ayra Starr reveals health scare

‘I had major surgery days ago’ — Ayra Starr reveals health scare

‘I never wanted P-Square back’ — Mr P opens up on fallout

‘I never wanted P-Square back’ — Mr P opens up on fallout

BBNaija 11: I’ll soon show my true colours – Ricky warns housemates

BBNaija 11: I’ll soon show my true colours – Ricky warns housemates

Oscar winner Jared Leto denies sexual assault allegations after BBC documentary

Oscar winner Jared Leto denies sexual assault allegations after BBC documentary

Promoted

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Agusto & Co. and GCR Ratings Upgrade Globus Bank’s Credit Ratings

Globus Bank Receives Inaugural Fitch Ratings

Globus Bank Receives Inaugural Fitch Ratings

How Viva Plus Is Rewriting Nigeria’s Cleaning Story

How Viva Plus Is Rewriting Nigeria’s Cleaning Story

How iLOTBET Raised the Stakes with Its Biggest World Cup Prize Yet

How iLOTBET Raised the Stakes with Its Biggest World Cup Prize Yet

Videos

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

VIDEO: An accusation. A mob. A young life cut short

VIDEO: An accusation. A mob. A young life cut short

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

Xenophobia: How they turned Nigerians to slaves in South Africa – Princewill, returned after 17 yrs

ICYMI

‘We know the forest’ — Tinubu explains refusal to pay ransom over Oriire abduction

‘We know the forest’ — Tinubu explains refusal to pay ransom over Oriire abduction

The President commended the armed forces for securing the release of the abducted victims and said the successful operation was achieved through the support of the traditional institution and improved security coordination.
FG won’t negotiate with criminals — Tinubu

FG won’t negotiate with criminals — Tinubu

CBP officer, not visa, determines your stay duration, US Mission tells Nigerians

CBP officer, not visa, determines your stay duration, US Mission tells Nigerians

BADAGRY-SOKOTO SUPERHIGHWAY: Outcry as over 300 houses, investments, others destroyed due to setback confusion

BADAGRY-SOKOTO SUPERHIGHWAY: Outcry as over 300 houses, investments, others destroyed due to setback confusion

Mary Habila

SOKAPU sues Umahi over Nurse Habila’s death; demands autopsy, N20bn damages

Today’s toons

Cartoon: ‘Chief, choose between those shoes and your office’

Cartoon: ‘Chief, choose between those shoes and your office’

Cartoon: ‘Experience is the best teacher’

Cartoon: ‘Experience is the best teacher’

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

Cartoon: ‘Bros, welcome back to home of monkey business’

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Business

Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte

Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte

By Babajide Komolafe The rapid growth in digital finance is outpacing public confidence in the financial ecosystem, prompting the Bridgforte Centre for Global Impact to launch a new governance framework and the Trust Lab to strengthen trust in platform-led finansce. The Centre disclosed this yesterday at the unveiling of its flagship policy report, Trust Architecture in […]
Enoh hails Dangote as Nigeria’s industrial champion

Enoh hails Dangote as Nigeria’s industrial champion

Femi Otedola appointed chairman First Bank Holdings

Otedola acquires additional N222bn FirstHoldco shares, now controls 26%

ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

ATM transactions rise 208% to N89trn

Health

Mentoring Key to Stem Nigeria’s Brain Drain — Ogunsola

Mentoring Key to Stem Nigeria’s Brain Drain — Ogunsola

Expert demands urgent action as hypertension surges among young Nigerians

Expert demands urgent action as hypertension surges among young Nigerians

Social health insurance: GIFSHIP targets Nigeria’s uninsured millions

Social health insurance: GIFSHIP targets Nigeria’s uninsured millions

Panic is not plan: Why good people freeze when it matters most

Panic is not plan: Why good people freeze when it matters most

Sports

Can the Super Falcons bounce back to claim an 11th WAFCON title?

Can the Super Falcons bounce back to claim an 11th WAFCON title?

A shocking WAFCON Cup story unfolded in Rabat, Morocco on Tuesday when against all odds, tournament debutants Malawi stunned record champions Nigeria 3-2 in their Group C opener. This result sent tongues wagging regarding the possibility of Nigeria's quest to win their 11th WAFCON title and qualify for the FIFA Women World Cup in Brazil.
Real Madrid sign Levante striker Espi for €25m

Real Madrid sign Levante striker Espi for €25m

Brazil lost World Cup during hydration break — Ancelotti

Brazil lost World Cup during hydration break — Ancelotti

All 41 Concacaf countries reject FIFA’s proposal to sell World Cup stakes

All 41 Concacaf countries reject FIFA’s proposal to sell World Cup stakes

UEFA boycott: Reactions as England, Germany, Norway reject FIFA World Cup plans

UEFA boycott: Reactions as England, Germany, Norway reject FIFA World Cup plans

Relationships

Baby-hungry single women are the reason some men are having the snip!

Baby-hungry single women are the reason some men are having the snip!

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

The toy-boy that was the best thing to happen to this cougar!

No regret for consoling his best friend’s fiancée!

Dear Bunmi, is it possible to orgasm together?

No fool like an old fool!

No fool like an old fool!

Special Report

Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

Menace of open defecation: Nigeria’s silent sanitation emergency

YET, consider this: Right inside the major car park on inner Marina on Lagos Island, stretching from directly opposite the UBA Headquarters Building to the Old Kingsway Building (just before Oando gas station), is a public toilet. Five years ago, it had eight pit latrines and four urinaries. The stench oozing forth from inside is […]

‘Operation Safe Corridor’ under the spotlight: Success, failure, search for accountability

‘Operation Safe Corridor’ under the spotlight: Success, failure, search for accountability

“So it creates this uneven approach where the perpetrators get full government attention, while the victims are left to languish in IDP camps.”

Forceful arrests in Nigeria: Experts weigh balance between national security, constitutional rights

Forceful arrests in Nigeria: Experts weigh balance between national security, constitutional rights

By Precious Enaike & Tolu Folorunsho Across Nigeria, forceful arrests have become one of the most visible and controversial features of law enforcement. Dramatic scenes of security operatives scaling fences, breaking gates and forcing their way into homes increasingly dominate public discourse. Read Also: PFIPC: Police arrest Adeyemi’s father amid ongoing forgery probe From ordinary […]

Floods raze 3,029 houses in three years in Kebbi; residents seek resettlement

Floods raze 3,029 houses in three years in Kebbi; residents seek resettlement

Four thousand households were displaced by flash floods, forcing the victims to take refuge in schools some in their relatives houses.

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Technology

Telecom operators seek stronger infrastructure protection to sustain Nigeria’s digital growth

Telecom operators seek stronger infrastructure protection to sustain Nigeria’s digital growth

By Juliet Umeh & Islamiyyah Adekanbi For more than two dec-ades, Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have powered one of the country’s biggest economic success stories, connecting millions of people, driving financial inclusion and providing the digital infrastructure that supports banking, education, healthcare, commerce and governance. However, they have come out to demand stronger government support, policy […]

Why laptops may become more expensive in Nigeria

Why laptops may become more expensive in Nigeria

…Global PC shipments fall 4.9% to 68.2m units in Q2 2026By Juliet Ume For many Nigerians preparing for a new academic session, entrepreneurs running digital businesses and professionals working from home, owning a laptop is no longer a luxury. It has become an important tool for learning, work and running a business. However, buying one […]

Dangote, Zenith, others make 2026 Top 50 Companies of Impact list

Dangote, Zenith, others make 2026 Top 50 Companies of Impact list

By Juliet Umeh Dangote Industries Limited, Zenith Bank Plc, Wema Bank Plc and several other organisations have been named among The Industry Newspaper’s 2026 Top 50 Nigerian Companies of Impact for their contributions to economic growth, innovation and national development. The annual ranking, now in its fourth edition, recognises companies that have demonstrated resilience despite […]

Aptech, Middlesex University offer Nigerian students 50% scholarships on data analytics, 3D Animation

Aptech, Middlesex University offer Nigerian students 50% scholarships on data analytics, 3D Animation

By Islamiyyah Adekanbi Nigerian students wish-ing to make a career in some information technology fields, including Computing and Data Analytics, Animation or 3D Animation for Games and Films may have the opportunity to do so easily and cost effectively because an IT training institution, Aptech, is slashing the cost by 50 per cent. The initiative […]

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Education

WAEC drags NASU to court over strike; NYCN, union differ on causes

WAEC drags NASU to court over strike; NYCN, union differ on causes

The petitioner claimed WAEC CEO was being targeted because he is a northerner leading an organisation populated by staff from South-West

Wrong to assume all women sleep upward — Lafiaji-Okuneye, LASUED VC

Wrong to assume all women sleep upward — Lafiaji-Okuneye, LASUED VC

‘They will say: “Oh, you see? To be a VC, do you know how many people that one had to sleep with?” But you don’t have to be discouraged’

Parents, teachers, must build responsible future leaders — Isamotu

Parents, teachers, must build responsible future leaders — Isamotu

By Adesina Wahab Public relations practitioner and education advocate, Moshood Isamotu, has called for stronger collaboration between parents, schools and students, describing the relationship as the foundation for raising responsible citizens and building a prosperous nation. Speaking at the 2025/2026 Graduation Ceremony of Mayode Schools, Lasunwon Estate, Ikorodu, on Friday, Isamotu said no child could attain […]

How Ijesa Tech Prize, digital citizenship programme are redefining STEM education

How Ijesa Tech Prize, digital citizenship programme are redefining STEM education

By Adesina Wahab As conversations continue around improving science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in Nigeria, an initiative emerging from Ijesaland is demonstrating how community-driven innovation can bridge the gap between classroom learning and the digital economy. That educational philosophy received a major boost on July 18, 2026, when outstanding students from across Ijesaland took […]

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