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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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Adewole Adebayo: I Want to Govern Nigerians Through Service, Not Rule Over Them
Social Democratic Party presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo has said his ambition in the 2027 presidential election is to govern Nigeria through service and accountability rather than exercise power over citizens.…
Anambra Still Servicing Loans Inherited From Obi, Obiano, Soludo Government Says
The Anambra State Government has said it is still servicing loans and other financial obligations inherited from previous administrations, including those of former governors Peter Obi and Willie Obiano. The…
Reno Omokri Predicts ‘Very Wide Majority’ for Tinubu in 2027
Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has predicted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure re-election in the 2027 presidential election by what he described as a “very wide majority.”…
Nwifuru Hits Back at Cubana Chief Priest, Calls Socialite a ‘Noisemaker’ and ‘Nobody’
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has fired back at socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, dismissing his criticism of the state government and describing him…
FG Targets September for 2027 Budget Submission, Tightens Personnel Spending Controls
The Federal Government plans to submit its 2027 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly in September, signalling an attempt to move Nigeria towards a more predictable budget calendar and reduce…
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Desmond Elliot Apologises to Gbajabiamila, Seeks Return to APC Lagos Political Family
Lagos State House of Assembly member and Nollywood actor Desmond Elliot has apologised to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and sought reconciliation with the All Progressives…
AFRIMMA Honours Tompolo With ‘Guardian of the Nation’ Award in United States
Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has been honoured with the “Guardian of the Nation” award at the 2026 African…
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…
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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…