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Abuja declaration: S/West leaders, ACF disagree with Igbo

Abuja declaration: S/West leaders, ACF disagree with Igbo

Barely three months to the 2027 general elections, the controversy generated by the position of the Igbo Leaders of Thought, ILT, on the restructuring of Nigeria, yesterday, provoked mixed reactions from South-West and northern leaders, with some describing aspects of the proposal as unrealistic and capable of causing political destabilisation.
oil theft

Tension over fresh crude oil discovery in Delta community

NAF PLANE CRASH: How hero pilot died saving town

NAF PLANE CRASH: How hero pilot died saving town

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Ogun PDP raises alarm over Adebutu’s omission

Ogun PDP raises alarm over Adebutu’s omission

By Jimoh Babatunde The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has expressed concern over the omission of its 2027 governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, from the list published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), alleging political pressure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Arc. […]

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AI will only replace unskilled workers, not humans - Pantami

Pantami’s camp urges calm over omission from INEC list

By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The camp of former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami, has appealed for calm among his supporters following the omission of his name and that of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) list of governorship candidates for the 2027 election in Gombe […]

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SDP Primary: Female presidential aspirant withdraws, collapses structure for Adebayo

SDP welcomes INEC listing of 13 Nasarawa Guber candidates

By Edwin Philip, Lafia The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Nasarawa State has welcomed the listing of its governorship candidate, former Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar Adamu, by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing it as a development that has eased uncertainty surrounding the party’s participation in the 2027 general elections. In a statement […]

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2027: Enugu NRM candidate warns against political violence

2027: Enugu NRM candidate warns against political violence

The governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) in Enugu State, Engr. Dr. Christopher Ndubuisi Okonkwo, has condemned reports of attacks on supporters of a fellow governorship aspirant, calling on security agencies to investigate the incidents and bring anyone found responsible to justice. In a statement, Okonkwo expressed concern over reports that armed individuals […]

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Lagos-Calabar Highway: Group petitions Tinubu, NASS

Lagos-Calabar Highway: Group petitions Tinubu, NASS

….Seeks independent engineering assessment, cost audit of Ondo route realignment By Dayo Johnson, Akure A community organisation, Ilaje Omuro Community Connect (IOCC), has petitioned President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly and anti-corruption agencies over the alleged realignment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway away from the coastline of Ondo State. The group described the reported route […]

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What Pastor Adeboye told me when I met him — Sowore

What Pastor Adeboye told me when I met him — Sowore

Asked whether he gave his life to Christ, Sowore said the discussion did not take that direction, stressing that he was not involved in organised religion.

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Maritime students urge NIMASA to ease certification rules

Maritime students urge NIMASA to ease certification rules

…Movement seeks Lagos marine ministry, launches three-month statewide engagement By Adeola Badru The Maritime Students for Tinubu and Hamzat Movement (MSTM) has urged the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to introduce transitional arrangements and financial relief for seafarers affected by new certification requirements. The movement warned that regulatory changes should not impose excessive […]

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1 in 6 Nigerian youths faces mental health challenge, experts warn

1 in 6 Nigerian youths faces mental health challenge, experts warn

… As YEDI, Grassroot Soccer take mental health awareness to Mushin communityBy Chioma Obinna Concerned by the growing burden of mental health challenges among young people and widespread misconceptions surrounding the condition, health experts have called for early help-seeking, community-based interventions and stronger collaboration between health professionals, families and religious institutions.They spoke during a community […]

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2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20

2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20

…warns against election manipulation By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will inaugurate its Presidential Campaign Council and present certificates of return to its candidates on October 20 as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The National Chairman of the party, Senator Moses Cleopas, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja […]

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INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list

INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list

By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has omitted the governorship candidates of four political parties — the Social Democratic Party (SDP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Action Alliance (AA) and Accord Party — from its published list of candidates for the 2027 Bauchi State governorship election. The commission published the list […]

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Adebutu

Ogun PDP urges calm over Adebutu’s omission from INEC list

The opposition party alleged that the development was the result of pressure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which it accused of being apprehensive about the PDP’s chances in the forthcoming election.
AI will only replace unskilled workers, not humans - Pantami

INEC drops Pantami from final list of Gombe governorship candidates

Abdulaziz Yari

2027: Yari’s camp denies backing ADC candidate in Zamfara

2027: NDC to inaugurate presidential council Oct 20

2027: NDC to inaugurate presidential council Oct 20

2027: Makinde vows one-term presidency, challenges Tinubu on fuel prices

2027: Makinde vows one-term presidency, challenges Tinubu on fuel prices

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Ìwòye: Àwọn aládùgbò dawo lu ọkùnrin kan pa ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá rí agbárí mẹ́jìdínlọ́gbọ̀n nínú igbó ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

Ìwòye: Àwọn aládùgbò dawo lu ọkùnrin kan pa ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá rí agbárí mẹ́jìdínlọ́gbọ̀n nínú igbó ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

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One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

One Vote: AI and Nigeria’s 2027 Elections  – Can Voters Tell What Is Real?

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Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

Ìwòye: Ọ̀dọ́ akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ kan pa ara rẹ̀ lẹ́yìn tó padà láti àgọ́ ọlọ́pàá ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́. Omọkùnrin kan pa ìyá rẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Abíà

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One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

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Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

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Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

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Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

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Why kidnappers target NYSC members —  Security experts 

Why kidnappers target NYSC members —  Security experts 

The abduction of 20 prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, in Imo State has brought into sharper focus the growing danger facing young Nigerians travelling to or from orientation camps and places of primary assignment.
Okpebholo, Wike, Oshiomhole, others honour Orbih at funeral

Okpebholo, Wike, Oshiomhole, others honour Orbih at funeral

USAID places global staff on leave as part of Trump's purge

Top 10 countries that received most US Aid

Top 8 most innovative countries in Africa in 2026

Top 8 most innovative countries in Africa in 2026

Ministerial Screening

2027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – Yari

Metro

Benue APC delegates injured in road accident

Benue APC delegates injured in road accident

By Peter Duru, Makurdi Several members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Benue State sustained serious injuries on Saturday when a bus conveying them to the party’s rally in Lafia, Nasarawa State, was involved in a head-on collision with another vehicle. The accident reportedly occurred in Lafia, a few kilometres from the rally venue. […]
Three Nigerian sisters who drowned in UK sea took own lives – Inquest rules

Three Nigerian sisters who drowned in UK sea took own lives – Inquest rules

Asaba Massacre at 59: Wounds, apologies and a day of forgiveness

Asaba Massacre at 59: Wounds, apologies and a day of forgiveness

Imo: Foundation battles bizarre child abuse

Imo: Foundation battles bizarre child abuse

Asaba massacre: Remember all Biafra war victims, veterans — ‘Corporal Nwafor’

Asaba massacre: Remember all Biafra war victims, veterans — ‘Corporal Nwafor’

Columns

NYSC kidnap story: Burden of public trust, by Tonnie Iredia

NYSC kidnap story: Burden of public trust, by Tonnie Iredia

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NYSC kidnap as metaphor for decline into beastiality, by Dele Sobowale

NYSC kidnap as metaphor for decline into beastiality, by Dele Sobowale

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Lift up your faith, by Funmi Komolafe

Lift up your faith, by Funmi Komolafe

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NBBF’s unending crisis, by Patrick Omorodion

NBBF’s unending crisis, by Patrick Omorodion

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Solving Nigeria’s unending sports development challenge!, by Segun Odegbami

ODEGBAMI: If you can’t get to the stars, land on the moon! 

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And Tinubu Blinked, by Emmanuel Aziken

And Tinubu Blinked, by Emmanuel Aziken

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Growing old and growing up, by Muyiwa Adetiba

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Entertainment

Love separated by death: What broke Joke Silva at Olu Jacobs’ funeral rites

Love separated by death: What broke Joke Silva at Olu Jacobs’ funeral rites

By Benjamin Njoku Some goodbyes are hard to say. Whether you’re bidding a loved one farewell for real or concluding your time with a beloved character, the end of any relationship can be heartbreaking.It can also be hard when the filmography of an actor you adore comes to a tragic end. Both scenarios played out […]
Temi Vs Imisi: Different seasons, different strokes

Temi Vs Imisi: Different seasons, different strokes

I ended a relationship to pursue acting — Oyinade Adegbenro

I ended a relationship to pursue acting — Oyinade Adegbenro

13-year-old Christiana Igbokwe nominated for International Children’s Peace Prize

13-year-old Christiana Igbokwe nominated for International Children’s Peace Prize

Aishat Alagbo seeks new perception for African herbal knowledge

Aishat Alagbo seeks new perception for African herbal knowledge

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OHO Group of Companies —Grow, Build, Connect, Thrive

OHO Group of Companies —Grow, Build, Connect, Thrive

Bet9ja Foundation Empowers 350+ Young Nigerians at Third Edition of GEES to Earn, Build and Grow

Bet9ja Foundation Empowers 350+ Young Nigerians at Third Edition of GEES to Earn, Build and Grow

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO Still Opens for Subscription

Farhat Bengdara and the Operational Side of Central Bank Independence

Farhat Bengdara and the Operational Side of Central Bank Independence

Videos

[Video] Have Your Say: What can 10k do for you in Nigeria today?

[Video] Have Your Say: What can 10k do for you in Nigeria today?

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

Police terror alert Let’s stay vigilant as schools reopen

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

What killed 37 miners in Minna?

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

ICYMI

2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20

2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20

…warns against election manipulation By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will inaugurate its Presidential Campaign Council and present certificates of return to its candidates on October 20 as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The National Chairman of the party, Senator Moses Cleopas, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja […]
INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list

INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list

Owerri Airport to close for 25 days for runway rehabilitation ahead of Christmas – FG

Owerri Airport to close for 25 days for runway rehabilitation ahead of Christmas – FG

2027: APC campaign to begin in Kaduna on October 24

2027: APC campaign to begin in Kaduna on October 24

Ministerial Screening

2027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – Yari

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Even the gods are hungry

Cartoon: Even the gods are hungry

Cartoon: Caveat emptor in dza odza room!

Cartoon: Caveat emptor in dza odza room!

Cartoon: They pay the ‘piper’

Cartoon: They pay the ‘piper’

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Business

Fitch revises Nigeria’s outlook to positive, affirms ‘B’ rating

Fitch revises Nigeria’s outlook to positive, affirms ‘B’ rating

Fitch has revised Nigeria’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings outlook from Stable to Positive, citing the success of the sustained economic reforms and rising foreign exchange reserves.
Recapitalisation: Labour Ministry charges banks to protect workers

Recapitalisation: Labour Ministry charges banks to protect workers

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

CBN engages Singapore’s MAS, signs innovation MoU with GFTN

Economic gains must show in Nigerians’ lives — CIBNk

Nigeria’s economy to grow at 4.3% in 2026 —World Bank

Insurers pay N347bn claims despite N10.9bn premium decline

Insurers pay N347bn claims despite N10.9bn premium decline

Health

1 in 6 Nigerian youths faces mental health challenge, experts warn

1 in 6 Nigerian youths faces mental health challenge, experts warn

Give mental health patients a say in decisions – WHO

Give mental health patients a say in decisions – WHO

NAFDAC finds toxic pesticides in beans, seizes N800m banned chemical

NAFDAC finds toxic pesticides in beans, seizes N800m banned chemical

Toxic pesticides in food: NAFDAC warns of health risks, seizes ₦800m banned chemicals

Toxic pesticides in food: NAFDAC warns of health risks, seizes ₦800m banned chemicals

Sports

PSG ease to Ligue 1 win before Manchester City test

PSG ease to Ligue 1 win before Manchester City test

Paris Saint-Germain were comfortable 3-1 winners against Le Mans on Saturday before they look ahead to a tougher test away to Manchester City in the Champions League next week.
Real Madrid edge Villarreal, Vinicius sent off for hair pull

Real Madrid edge Villarreal, Vinicius sent off for hair pull

10-man Tottenham ramp up pressure on Man Utd boss Carrick

10-man Tottenham ramp up pressure on Man Utd boss Carrick

Carrick demands more ‘streetwise’ Man Utd after Spurs setback

Carrick demands more ‘streetwise’ Man Utd after Spurs setback

Gordon nets first Barca goal as Liga leaders beat Getafe

Gordon nets first Barca goal as Liga leaders beat Getafe

Relationships

The need to stop equating sex with love

The need to stop equating sex with love

Husbands who believe they’re goaded into being violent!

Husbands who believe they’re goaded into being violent!

Who would a husband defend, his wife or the mistress

How many men after 30 years of marriage still love their wives?

healthcare

Why men ought to be more concerned about their health!

Special Report

Patience Ndidi Key (PNK): YPP vice presidential candidate positioning as visionary leader, change agent

Patience Ndidi Key (PNK): YPP vice presidential candidate positioning as visionary leader, change agent

Patience has worked with U.S. Congress members to address insecurity and human rights abuses in Nigeria. Also led a delegation to educate students at the U.S. War College

IGP Disu: Recent figures point to rising Policing 

IGP Disu: Recent figures point to rising Policing 

The move placed the IGP at the centre of one of the country’s most consequential policing debates, how to bring policing closer to communities while maintaining national standards and accountability.

2027: INEC threatens ₦10m fine, 12-month jail term for abusive campaign

2027: Why Nigerians must vote for working system

Thirty weeks pregnant and home alone, she felt what she thought was labour pain and dialled UK a emergency number. In less than three minutes, she said, four medics were at her door

Donald Duke: From Cross River record to PRP’s 2027 presidential gamble

Donald Duke: From Cross River record to PRP’s 2027 presidential gamble

Donald Duke is asking voters to reconsider an old proposition: that competence, institutional discipline and performance should matter more than political loyalty

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Technology

Trump threatens EU with retaliatory tariffs over 'unfair' $3.47bn Google ruling

Black Friday: Outdated online listings may undermine retailers — Google

By Juliet Umeh Nigerian retailers preparing for Black Friday may lose ready-to-buy customers if their Google listings carry outdated opening hours, unanswered phone numbers or old product photographs. Google’s Director for East and West Africa, Olumide Balogun, gave the warning as Nigeria prepare for Black Friday and December festive shopping season. Black Friday falls on […]

High phone prices push some Nigerians towards cheaper Smartphones

High phone prices push some Nigerians towards cheaper Smartphones

By Islamiyyah Adekanbi Some Nigerians are increasingly turning to cheaper smartphones as rising phone prices and reduced purchasing power make expensive devices harder to afford, according to interviews with phone dealers and users.A phone salesman in Ikeja with two years’ experience, Majiyagbe Tunmise, said he had noticed more customers choosing cheaper devices because of their […]

Rentcom targets Lagos workers’ housing gap with 1,000 apartments

Rentcom targets Lagos workers’ housing gap with 1,000 apartments

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor A group of tech-savvy youths under the aegis of Rentcom, has promised to plug the housing deficit in Nigeria with homes run mainly by technology.The young lads say they were worried by the lack of quality accommodation for professionals, particularly in Lagos and therefore launched a project to develop 1,000 […]

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Nigeria’s data demand outpacing network growth — NCC

…Says mobile broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a communiqué issued on Sunday after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity […]

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Education

Salary arrears: SSANU ‌‍⁠⁠‍⁠⁠‍‍‌‍⁠‍‌gives FG 14-day ultimatum, threatens indefinite strike

Salary arrears: SSANU ‌‍⁠⁠‍⁠⁠‍‍‌‍⁠‍‌gives FG 14-day ultimatum, threatens indefinite strike

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to pay outstanding salary arrears.

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

By Elizabeth Osayande History has been made at Fountain University, Osogbo, with the appointment of Dr. Raheemat Adefolake Adeniran as the institution’s first Professor of Mass Communication. A product of the Lagos State University School of Communication, Prof. Adeniran also made history as the first Professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences, where […]

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

However, JAMB said the emergence of stronger identity authentication and biometric verification systems had enabled it to review the policy without compromising the integrity of candidates’ records.

NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows 

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 […]

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