Carter fought for my release from Abacha’s gulag, says Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said he would forever remain grateful to the late US President Jimmy Carter for his significant role in securing his release from the late Sani Abacha’s prison. Speaking at a memorial…
Tax Reform Bill: NLC seeks dialogue with FG
The president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has stressed the need to address critical concerns within the Tax Reform Bill, given its implications on the workforce across the nation. Speaking at the…
Man Utd’s 10-men beat Arsenal on pens in FA Cup, Spurs survive at Tamworth
Ten-man Manchester United beat Arsenal 5-3 on penalties after a dramatic 1-1 draw in the FA Cup third round, while Tottenham needed extra time before seeing off non-league Tamworth 3-0 on Sunday. Defeated 2-0 by Arsenal…
‘Den of Thieves 2’ snatches top spot in N.America box office
Lionsgate’s heist film “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera” opened atop the North American box office this weekend with an estimated $15.5 million in ticket sales, industry watchers said Sunday. “This is a good opening for the…
Emirate Tussle: The Battle Has Just Started – Pro-Bayero Kingmaker
Aminu Babba Danagundi, a kingmaker loyal to Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, 15th Emir of Kano, says the crisis rocking the emirate has just started. Danagundi, who had filed a suit to challenge the reinstatement of…
Kidnappers Open Fire On Benue Farmer After Picking Up N5.4m Ransom
Gunmen have reportedly killed a farmer, Terzungwe Shaku, in Akor village of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Shaku, who also owned a drinking joint at Akor market, was abducted shortly before the New Year…
Zamfara Air Strike: No Evidence Of Civilian Casualties – NAF
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dismissed reports that 16 civilians were killed during an airstrike targeting insurgents in Tungar Kara, Maradun LGA of Zamfara state. On Sunday, a counter-insurgency publication…
“Seyi Tinubu is ready to lead Lagos as governor” – Youth minister declares
The Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has expressed support for Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, stating that he is well-qualified to govern Lagos State. In a recent appearance on the Mic…
16 Killed As Airstrike Tragedy Hits Zamfara Community
Tragedy struck in the Tungar Kara community under Gidan Goga district of Maradun Local Government Area, Zamfara State, on Saturday evening, as an airstrike by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) mistakenly hit members of the…
Tinubu’s CSO refuses to quit three months after redeployment
Three months after an official memo regarding his redeployment from the State House, Adegboyega Fasasi,…
2027 Presidential Race: Early Opinions Favour Tinubu
…Opposition Leaders Drifting Apart By The Day – Analysts …Desperate Ambition, Disparate Followers Seen As Drawbacks For Contenders…
Tinubu bans homosexuality, cross-dressing in Nigerian Military
Nigeria’s military personnel are now expressly prohibited from engaging in homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, cross-dressing, and other acts deemed…
Man City captain Walker wants to leave, says Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said on Saturday that club captain Kyle Walker has asked to leave the English champions to explore opportunities abroad. Walker, 34, has won 15 major trophies, including six…
Skepta praises Portable as a genuine talent in music industry
British rapper Skepta has lauded Nigerian singer Portable, describing him as a refreshing and authentic figure in the music…
Prostitution rising among former Boko Haram captives, says Borno commissioner
Lawan Wakilbe, commissioner for education, science, technology and innovation in Borno state, has raised the alarm…
American returnee leads robbery, kills Lagos Uber driver
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old US returnee, David Segun, and two others for allegedly killing an Uber driver…
It’s not been easy, but we’ve made undeniable progress – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says Nigerians must build a strong, united and indivisible country. In a post on X on Saturday, Tinubu said while presenting the proposed 2025 budget of N49.7 trillion to the national…
Lukman Gbadegesin Offered Huge Bribe To Ascend Throne – Oyomesi Alleges
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been informed by Oyomesi chiefs, Lamidi Oyewale and Asimiyu Atanda, that Lukman…
‘It’s great to be back’, says Moyes following Everton return
David Moyes has returned as Everton manager following Sean Dyche’s sacking, the struggling Premier League club announced on Saturday. “David is widely recognised as one of the Premier League’s most experienced and…
‘Fire’ll consume whoever seeks to ignite chaos in Kano’ – Emir Sanusi
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has appealed to residents to maintain calm and resist any temptation that could provoke unrest in the ancient city, noting that those who want to ignite Kano will be consumed by…
Nigeria fails to meet 26% budgetary allocation education in 27 years
KENE Obiora was one of the six best-graduating students in a class of 34 during his first degree in one of the top universities in Southern Nigeria in the 1990s. His love for academics made him quickly enrol for a…
Diezani: CISLAC seeks transparent utilisation of repatriated $52.88m
THE Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, CISLAC, yesterday, hailed the repatriation of $52.88 million in recovered assets linked to former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, by the United…
12 Accused Of Killing Oyo Varsity Student Over Phone Theft Released On Bail By Court
The High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo state capital, has granted bail to 12 suspects in the murder of Akpo Alex, a student of Ajayi Crowther…
Toe path of peace – Ooni charges Alaafin-elect
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has charged the new Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Owoade to embrace peace as he emerged the monarch of the ancient Oyo town. In a congratulatory message issued by Ooni’s…