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NPC Chairman Aminu Wushishi Dies After Brief Illness
The Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, has died after a brief illness. Wushishi reportedly died on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Niger State, with…
BREAKING: FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Eid ul Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The declaration was announced on…
Goodluck Jonathan 2027 Endorsement Talks Tear PDP Apart
Moves suggesting possible endorsement of former President Goodluck Jonathan for 2027 trigger fresh divisions within the PDP. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is reportedly facing internal tension following renewed political…
“Too Much Injustice in Nigeria” — Rapper Skepta Calls Out Global Community Over Nigeria’s Crisis
British-Nigerian rapper urges international attention on Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and governance challenges. British-Nigerian rapper Skepta has sparked conversation after speaking out on what he describes as rising injustice in Nigeria,…
EFCC Chairman Apologizes to Nigerian Doctors Over UUTH Controversy
Ola Olukoyede moves to calm outrage after incident involving Uyo Teaching Hospital staff Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has reportedly apologized to Professor Eyo…
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Yelewata Native Apologises to Peter Obi Over Benue Visit Blockade, Says Incident Violated Democratic Values
A native of Yelewata in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State has apologised to Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi and Nigerians following the disruption of the former…
Adewole Adebayo Accuses Tinubu of ‘Hiding’ as 2027 Presidential Battle Intensifies
Social Democratic Party presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo has launched another blistering attack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, questioning the president’s visibility, health and performance in office ahead of the 2027…
2027: Tinubu Edges Obi by 1,067 Responses in Oxford-Metro National Trust Poll
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has narrowly placed ahead of Peter Obi in the final results of the Oxford-Metro Analytics National Trust Poll ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. Tinubu recorded…
PEBEC DG Zahrah Audu Calls Tinubu ‘Nigeria’s Greatest-Ever Leader’, Defends Reform Legacy
Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “Nigeria’s greatest-ever leader”, arguing that his legacy should ultimately be judged…
2027: Adewole Adebayo Promises Four-Year Transformation Under ‘Farewell to Poverty’ Plan
The Social Democratic Party presidential campaign council has said its candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, can transform Nigeria within four years if elected president in the 2027 general election. The campaign’s…
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Mohbad: Three Years After His Death, Questions Over Nigerian Singer’s Final Days Remain
Three years after the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, his name remains deeply etched in Nigeria’s entertainment and social justice conversations. Mohbad died on September…
Lil Durk Acquitted of Murder-for-Hire Charges, Remains in Custody Over Separate Case
American rapper Durk Banks, popularly known as Lil Durk, has been acquitted of all federal charges arising from a 2022 murder-for-hire case in Los Angeles. A federal jury found the…
“You Are a Gossiper” — Pastor Tobi Adegboyega’s Alleged Daughter Hits Back at Solomon Buchi
An individual identified online as an alleged daughter of Pastor Tobi Adegboyega has criticised media personality Solomon Buchi amid his ongoing public dispute involving Nigerian TikTok personality Peller. The woman…
“January Will Shock a Lot of People” — Davido’s Cryptic Post Sparks Reactions
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has triggered widespread speculation after posting a cryptic message about what he described as a potentially shocking January. Davido wrote on X:…
Bonsue Fuji Crooner Sets September 19 Release Date For New Project
Veteran Nigerian Fuji musician Adewale Ayuba is set to release a new five-track album titled Arise on September 19, 2026. The Bonsue Fuji crooner announced the project in Lagos, describing…
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Nigerian Navy Imposes 13-Hour Curfew on Calabar–Oron Route
Movement restricted on key waterways to tackle piracy, kidnapping, and smuggling The Nigerian Navy has announced a 13-hour daily restriction on movement along the Calabar–Oron water channel in a bid…
Nigeria Calls for African Cooperation to Boost AI Capacity
NITDA pushes regional collaboration to strengthen AI infrastructure and digital sovereignty Nigeria has called on African countries to deepen cooperation in building artificial intelligence (AI) capacity, warning that the continent…
EFCC Boss Reveals 6-Month Money Laundering Probe Into Pastor Jerry Eze, Says No Evidence Found
Anti-graft commission clarifies investigation was based on intelligence reports before cleric was cleared of wrongdoing A statement attributed to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola…
Army Intercepts Suspected Bomb-Making Materials in Abuja
Troops arrest 11 suspects linked to alleged explosive device production in Kuje area. Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted 11 suspected criminals in Kuje Area Council of the Federal…
Sowore Confronts Malami Over Past Prosecution
Omoyele Sowore has confronted former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami over past actions while in office. Sowore reportedly told Malami that he now understands what it means to be…