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The Nigerian Government has revealed that the newly established Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State, will commence operations with a comprehensive budget allocation, rather than relying on an initial take-off grant. This is even as it announced the conversion of General Hospital Kafanchan to Federal Medical Centre to serve as teaching hospital…
11 hours ago
A deluge of abominable and sacrilegious scandals has rocked the traditional institution in Nigeria in recent times. While the sight of otherwise “royal fathers” sharing the dock in courts with hardened criminals and petty thieves is disturbing
11 hours ago
Suspended Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) has taken her ordeal to Sky News, where she alleged that endured sexual advances of Senate President Godswill Akpabio for over a year.
11 hours ago
By the release of over 4,082 inmates, the Federal Government will be saving more than N1 billion yearly and decongesting correctional centres across the country.
11 hours ago
The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Abubakar-Audu, has revealed that Nigeria imports $4 billion worth of steel yearly, stressing the need for import substitution to reduce pressure on foreign exchange.
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The Bauchi Accountability and Truth Awareness Front (BATA), on Friday, accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of engaging in a politically motivated witch-hunt against officials of the Bauchi State government. The allegation follows the recent arrest of the state’s Accountant General, Alhaji Sirajo Mohammed Jaja, in connection with an alleged N70 billion fraud…
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The Conservator of Park at Okomu National Park, based in Edo State, Lawrence Osaze, on Friday, said it has drastically reduced illegal logging, among other environmental issues bedevilling its operations at Okomu National Park. He also commended the partnership of the National Park Service (NPS) with the Africa Nature Investors (ANI) Foundation, noting that its…
1 hour ago
The CLEEN Foundation has called on the Federal Government to listen to Nigerians' demands for good governance, stressing the need to respect citizens' right to protest. This was stated during a Civil Society Organization (CSO)-Media briefing in Kaduna, where the group reviewed its report on the #EndBadGovernance and hunger protests that swept across Nigeria in…
1 hour ago
In a dramatic political shake-up, the Legislative Arm of Bekwarra Local Government Area has unanimously impeached the council chairman, Hon. Theresa Ushie, over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. Announcing the decision on March 20, 2025, the Council Leader, Hon. Thompson Inah, stated that the chairman’s leadership had stifled development and undermined the…
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The Northern Regional Caucus of the House of Representatives, comprising members from the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has backed President Bola Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as apt and in the country's best interest. Chairman of the Caucus, Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa, in…
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Stakeholders have reiterated the urgent need to strengthen democratic institutions at the state and local government levels, stressing the importance of inclusive governance and accountability. This call was made at the Subnational Strengthening Democracy Conference held in Kano State, a follow-up to the national-level initiative in Abuja with the theme: Strengthening Nigeria Democracy - Pathways…
2 hours ago
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has commissioned 21 road projects and initiated a total of 78 despite challenges inherited from the previous administration, including unpaid contractors, over-invoicing, and lack of documentation, according to the Commissioner of Public Works and Infrastructure, Ibrahim Hamza. Speaking at the Quarterly Ministerial Press Briefing at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House,…
2 hours ago
Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, has said that the commitment to circular economy principles in reducing waste, reusing materials, and prioritising recycling would remain at the forefront of Nigeria's environmental agenda to ensure minimal environmental impact. Lawal gave the assurance during the commissioning of $2.9 million Japanese government-funded waste recycling equipment at Environmental Expressions…
News
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The spokesperson for the Opposition Coalition, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has declared that the recent Supreme Court judgment regarding the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has given the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) the authority to remove him without the possibility of legal reversal. In a statement issued on Friday, Ugochinyere stressed…
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Ethnic youth leaders across Nigeria have called on the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, to issue an unreserved apology to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara over what they described as false allegations linking him to recent bombings in the state. In a statement signed by the group’s national…
4 hours ago
Policy Alert, an organisation focused on improving economic development and environmental justice, has raised alarm on the impacts of methane emission on extractive communities in the Niger Delta region. The organisation noted that the region, over the years, has become a theatre of environmental degradation and economic deprivation for its inhabitants. According to them, the…
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Security forces in Kogi State have launched an extensive search operation to rescue passengers abducted along the Obajana-Kabba highway, the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) for Zone 8, Abubakar Zubairu, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police (CP), Miller Dantawaye, have confirmed. Dantawaye stressed the police are doing everything possible to locate the 18-seater…
4 hours ago
A Nigerian national, Lotenna Chisom Umeadi, 35, has pleaded guilty to two counts of wire fraud in a United States federal court, admitting his role in an international cyber fraud scheme that led to the loss of $158,400. This is according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III and Erin Keegan, Special…
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A former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the vote of approval given by the National Assembly concerning the state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement on Friday, Obi said the vote clearly demonstrated that democracy, in its true sense, does not exist in Nigeria, adding that where…
5 hours ago
British Airways has canceled flights from Nigeria to London due to the fire incident at the London Heathrow Airport. This was disclosed by the Director, National Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Michael Achimugu, who cited a report from the airline. On its website, British Airways said, "Due to a power outage in the London Heathrow area,…
6 hours ago
The Imo State Government has commenced clearing obstructions on the streets of Owerri, the capital city, and other cities in the state under its environmental sanitation, urban orderliness, and free flow of traffic policy. The exercise, which began in Owerri, the state capital, according to a statement yesterday, is being executed by the Special Adviser…
6 hours ago
The Senator representing Bayelsa West Seriake Dickson has said he got into an exchange with the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, because of an attempt to intimidate him. The exchange, which happened over the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, was captured in a viral video. In…
Metro
9 hours ago
Chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Barkin Ladi Local Council of Plateau State, Muhammad Adamu, has been killed by gunmen.
11 hours ago
Residents of Aba, the Elephant City, and commercial centre of Abia State have expressed excitement over the ongoing reconstruction of Port Harcourt road, Aba.
11 hours ago
The Edo State government's Anti Kidnapping Task Force has demolished properties of kidnappers, as a middle-age man, Oboh Odianosen of Uromi town, has lost his inherited property due to his kidnapping activities in Edo Central Senatorial Districts of the state.
11 hours ago
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has confirmed the death of 10 persons in the truck explosion which occurred at Karu bridge along Abuja- Keffi Expressway on Wednesday night .
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The arraignment of a former resident pastor of the First Baptist Church, Garki, Abuja, Rev. Dr. Israel Adelani Akanji, and five others over an alleged N620 million fraud was stalled yesterday due to the absence of the prosecuting counsel.
12 hours ago
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr Kayode Opeifa has announced the arrest of a notorious vandal, simply called Mr Lucky, caught cutting a rail bridge along the Kaduna/Kafanchan axis.
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Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Apo, Abuja, has remanded a former Deputy Director, Highways, Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Augustine Ojo Olowoniyan, alongside a surveyor, Sulaiman Abdulkadir.
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Justice Kareem Adedokun of an Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan, yesterday said the Oloko of Oko in Surulere Local Council of Oyo State, Oba Solomon Akintola and 14 others have cases to answer in a case of attempted murder and land grabbing against them.
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The Eternal Sacred Order of The Cherubim and Seraphim has announced that all activities for its centenary celebrations will focus on evangelism and soul winning, to reflect the vision and mission of the sole founder of the church, St Moses Orimolade Tunolase.
Business
11 hours ago
Dr Mohammed Bello Shehu, the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), in this interview with JOSEPH CHIBUEZE, explains why the popular demand for resource control by many Nigerians may not be the best for the country now as well as the misconceptions about salaries of public officeholders.
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FirstHoldco has announced a 25% oversubscription of its recently concluded Rights issue.
11 hours ago
Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has stressed the importance of a Board of Directors in enhancing the corporate governance of the apex regulatory agency.
11 hours ago
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance aviation security and operational efficiency.
12 hours ago
Cedrus Capital Limited has successfully arranged the oversubscribed N3 billion Series 1 commercial paper (CP) issuance for RusselSmith Nigeria Limited, which is part of its N10 billion CP programme.
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended Alaro City, a new city in West Africa, for stimulating the economic growth of the state with $1 billion.
Energy
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NNPC Retail Limited (NRL) marked another milestone with the successful hosting of She-Fix 2025, a landmark event dedicated to empowering women in automotive, technical, and energy sectors and commemorating International Women's Day. The event, which took place recently at The Stable Center, Surulere, Lagos, attracted over 300 active participants as part of global celebrations marking…
1 day ago
Following the temporary suspension of petroleum product sales in naira by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, the Arewa Youth Assembly has called on Dangote Petroleum Refinery to disclose the actual cost of producing a litre of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The group stated that the move by Dangote to halt the supply of petroleum products in naira…
2 days ago
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, yesterday, intervened in the political logjam in Rivers State to avert threats to the nation’s economic assets, particularly as the country faces a $35.3m daily loss through pipeline explosion that could keep oil yields low and worsen revenue earnings.
2 days ago
Federal polytechnics have called for urgent intervention to address soaring electricity costs, seeking the deployment of solar solutions to enhance sustainable power supply across campuses.
2 days ago
The liquidity crisis in Nigeria’s power sector is worsening as Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp) has revealed that the Federal Government owes its power subsidiaries about N650 billion for electricity generated but not paid for.
Editorial
11 hours ago
The optimism expressed the other day by the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmud Yakubu, over the conduct of pending by-elections is a significant boost to the development of democracy in the country.
Politics
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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. Recall that President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended the governor, Similayi Fubara; his deputy, Ngozi Odu; as well as the House of Assembly for six months. The President…
3 hours ago
The Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja, Kogi State, has granted an interim injunction restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), its staff, or agents from receiving, accepting, or acting on any petition containing fictitious signatures of purported members of the Kogi Central Senatorial District. The order also prevents INEC from conducting any referendum based…
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The Supreme Court on Friday set aside the December 22, 2024, majority judgment of the Court of Appeal in Enugu, which sacked Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). A five-member panel of the apex court, presided over by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji, was unanimous in a judgment on Friday…
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The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Mr. Philip Agbese, has hinted that Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and the state House of Assembly members may be recalled even before the expiration of their six-month suspension, which was imposed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu due to the state of emergency proclamation. Agbese, who…
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In a repeat of the 2013 coalition of opposition forces that coalesced to the All Progressives Congress (APC) which terminated the administration of Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar...
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It was all condemnation and expression of discontent by Nigerians yesterday as the two chambers of the National Assembly summarily endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State.
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Features
8 hours ago
The World Happiness Report 2025, released yesterday, ranks Finland as the happiest country for the eighth consecutive year. Other Nordic countries, including Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden, also remain at the top in the same order.
Sport
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England captain Harry Kane believes he is being taken for granted by fans who are "bored" with his goal-scoring record for the national side. The 31-year-old is England's record goal-scorer with 69 in 103 appearances and he will look to add to that tally when the Three Lions, in their first match under new head…
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World number one Aryna Sabalenka and third-seeded Coco Gauff eased through their second round matches at the Miami Open on Thursday but seventh seed Elena Rybakina crashed out to American Ashlyn Krueger. Sabalenka beat Bulgaria’s Viktoriya Tomova 6-3 6-0 in a contest which lasted just 58 minutes while Gauff made even shorter work of her…
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Vinicius Junior struck a dramatic winner in the ninth minute of stoppage time to give Brazil a 2-1 win over Colombia in their South American World Cup qualifier on Thursday. The five-time world champions had taken a sixth-minute lead in Brasilia through a Raphinha penalty only for Luis Diaz's fine 41st-minute strike for Colombia to…
11 hours ago
Three months after his appointment, Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle, will oversee his first game today as the Super Eagles resume their World Cup qualifying campaign against the Wasps of Rwanda in Kigali.
Columnists
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The central thesis of the words of the readers of this column and watchers of our current politics and political personages which I tried to set down last Friday, and which I am trying now to continue cannot but be seen or viewed from the perspective of those who are wrestlers with the idea of noble actions and right deeds.
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Beware the Ides of March has been an unceasing admonition to politicians since the brutal assassination of Julius Caesar on 15 March, 44BC when events move in a certain troubling trajectory.
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Nigeria’s history is shaped by a series of political events, ethnic tensions, and economic struggles that have repeatedly tested the nation’s unity.
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I recently came across the requirement for individuals to pay a whopping $5 million to acquire American citizenship. I must say that I am not only shocked but also amused by this proposition.
Sponsored
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In Nigeria, cardiovascular diseases account for 11% of all non-communicable disease-related deaths (Minister of State for Health, 2023). Yet, 8% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke can be prevented through lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise (Dr. Kingsley Kola Akinroye, Nigerian Heart Foundation). For over a decade, Power Oil has led the charge…
12 Mar
itel, a global smart life brand committed to delivering budget-friendly electronic products for emerging markets consumers, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking powerful smartphone, itel Power 70. Designed to meet the unique power demands of emerging markets, this smartphone redefines convenience and reliability, offering a massive 10000mAh battery. This makes it the…
10 Mar
In today's ever-changing world where the global marketplace is evolving rapidly, there’s one thing that remains certain: talent knows no boundaries. Yet, for many African creatives, the path to global opportunities has often felt like a distant dream. Cre8Space Africa, a platform built with heart and purpose, is changing that narrative, offering a gateway for…
24 Feb
Growthill Limited is an indigenous real estate development, general construction, and financial investment advisory company with a clear objective of developing efficient, sustainable, and investment-driven properties. With a team of seasoned professionals, Growthill is reshaping the Nigerian real estate industry by working closely with investors, first-time buyers, families, and corporate stakeholders to deliver value-driven real…
Guardian Life
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Grammy-winning artiste, Tyla Laura Seethal, better known as Tyla, has revealed that Nigerian R&B star Tems is one of her biggest musical influences in recent time. In a recent interview with Billboard, the South African Afrobeats star said Tems' achievements have significantly shaped her artistic journey. “Tems is a big one. What she’s been able…
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Travelling abroad for the first time is an exciting yet daunting experience. From visa applications to cultural adjustments, every step requires careful planning. For Nigerians, who perhaps have not crossed the borders before, it even more essential to know all about navigating this phase before you get abroad. Guardian Life curated ten important tips to…
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Nigeria has dropped three places in the latest World Happiness Report (2025), ranking 105th globally and 12th in Africa. This means there are 11 African countries where people feel happier than Nigerians. So, what makes them happier? And what can Nigeria learn from them? The 11 African countries happier than Nigeria According to the report,…
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A Bengaluru-based dog breeder, S. Sathish, has made headlines after purchasing a rare ‘wolfdog’ named Cadabom Okami for £4.4 million, equivalent to ₦8.67 billion. The purchase has not only earned the hybrid dog the title of the world’s most expensive, but it has also raised eyebrows globally, especially when compared to the Gross Domestic Product…
Makeup artist Charly Salvator advises against applying foundation directly on the nose and forehead. These often porous areas can highlight imperfections and cause makeup to shift throughout the day. Makeup tip: avoid foundation on the nose and forehead Foundation is a key step in many beauty routines, but its application requires precision. According to expert…
For a decade, curvier bodies reigned, but the pendulum has swung. Thin is back — not just as a trend, but as a cultural reset. Rebranded as “wellness,” it mirrors past obsessions with heroin chic, reflecting deeper shifts in power and control. The speed of this shift demands scrutiny.
Societal norms shift and comfort takes precedence, we must ask, do stilettos still define power, or have they become relics of a bygone era?
A harrowing experience of doxxing following a review I left after an inDrive ride. When I left a review on inDrive after a ride on Sunday, 16th March, I was unaware that it would snowball into something insidious a few days later. On 19th March, a torrent of calls, messages, and WhatsApp messages cursing me…
Technology
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In the fast-evolving landscape of digital finance and marketing, few professionals have made significant impact as Adeyemi Olalemi.
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Alessio Ippolito, the man behind Italy’s self-proclaimed premier crypto news outlet, Criptovaluta.it, likes to cast himself as a truth-teller in the wild west of cryptocurrency. From his base in the sleepy town of Frascati (RM), just outside Rome, he’s built a platform that’s garnered attention—12 million user accesses in 2021, if Google Analytics is to…
2 days ago
The Nest Innovation Park, Nigeria, has partnered with German UnternemerTUM to provide support for Nigerian founders.The support will include providing training for Nigeria’s youthful population and the surge of small and medium-scale enterprise (SME) entrepreneurs.
2 days ago
Seplat Energy has partnered with Zinox Technologies to boost technology infrastructure in the country. The Seplat team, led by IT Site Lead, Iniabasi Ekpo, and IT Customer Experience Lead, Oyebola Chukwunyem was received by the Managing Director of Zinox Technologies, Kelechi Eze-Okonta, and her team.
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In line with its mission to accelerate Nigeria’s transition to sustainable energy, Synafare has announced the launch of its Innovation Hackathon 2025, a virtual event designed to revolutionise the solar energy ecosystem.
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A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), Liv.ing, has launched a digital transformative initiative aimed at unlocking access to essential services such as communication, education, healthcare and financial freedom for 230 million Nigerians.