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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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OK Movement Rejects NDC Oversight, Insists on Independent Political Identity
The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, popularly known as the OK Movement, has rejected a position attributed to the National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, that support organisations should…
Wike Rejects Claims He Rigged 2023 South-South Vote for Tinubu
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has rejected allegations that he manipulated the 2023 presidential election in the South-South to favour President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over Labour Party…
INEC Chairman Says Adequate Funding Is Crucial to 2027 Election Security
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has said adequate funding will be critical to providing the security and logistics required for the successful conduct…
Reported Political Contacts Raise Fresh Questions over APC Governors, Atiku and ADC AlignmentFull Article
Some governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are reportedly exploring contact with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), according to…
Umahi Says Obi Cannot Win 2027, Urges South-East Leaders to Highlight Tinubu’s RecordFull Article
Minister of Works David Umahi has declared that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), cannot win the 2027 presidential election. Umahi made the statement in…
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Kwam 1 Brings NURTW Leaders MC Oluomo and Tafa Sego Together in Reconciliation Effort
Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, has brokered a reconciliation between National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) National President Musiliu Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo,…
Peter Okoye, Jude Okoye, P-Square, SACEM, EFCC, Federal High Court Lagos, Music Royalties, Northside Music Limited, Court Proceedings
Singer Peter Okoye has told a Federal High Court in Lagos that he received more than $800,000 in music royalties from French rights organisation SACEM but did not share the…
Kamo State Addresses Speculation Over Funke Akindele’s Absence at Star Lomo Premiere
Nigerian skit maker and actor Akinyoola Ayoola, popularly known as Kamo State, has addressed speculation surrounding Nollywood actress Funke Akindele’s absence from the premiere of his debut cinema film, Star…
‘I Can’t Control a 50-Year-Old Woman’s Life’ — Charly Boy Defends Daughter
Veteran entertainer says his role is to advise rather than control his adult daughter’s decisions Veteran Nigerian entertainer Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has defended his daughter…
Mr Macaroni: ‘The Nigerians You Speak For Will Turn Against You’
Nigerian comedian and social commentator Debo Adebayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has explained why he is reluctant to enter Nigerian politics, saying the country’s political environment can damage the…
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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…