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National grid collapses again, power generation drops to 24MW
The National Power Grid collapsed once again, leaving parts of the country in darkness and disrupting electricity supply to millions of households and businesses. Checks by our correspondent revealed that electricity generation dropped sharply from over 4,500 megawatts to as low as 24 megawatts as of 1:30 pm. All 23 power generation plants connected to […]
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Wike sues FCTA workers over ongoing strike
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has taken the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC) of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to court over the ongoing strike by workers. The suit marked NICN/ABJ/17/2026 was filed at the Abuja division of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) and is scheduled for hearing on Monday. ​​The […]
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‘I’m comfortable in PDP’ — Makinde dismisses defection talks after meeting Tinubu
Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, has dismissed speculation about defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying he remains committed to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Makinde spoke on Thursday after meeting President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja. Asked by reporters whether he would join the APC like some of his colleagues, the governor said he is […]
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2025 police inspector promotions on schedule, PSC denies delay
The Police Service Commission has issued a rebuttal to media reports alleging delays in the promotion of police inspectors following the 2025 Departmental Selection Board exercise. Our correspondent on Friday retrieved this in a statement published on its official website on Thursday. The PSC said it “wishes to categorically rebut the claims made in the […]
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US completes withdrawal from WHO
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organisation, citing the global health body’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and failure to implement necessary reforms, the White House announced on Thursday. In a statement shared by the White House, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the US Department of State […]
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 Tinubu meets Makinde, Muftwang at Aso Rock
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, and his Plateau State counterpart, Caleb Mutfwang, met separately with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday at the State House. The Oyo State governor was the first to arrive for a meeting with President Tinubu. Checks revealed that the Plateau State governor had since defected to the All Progressives Congress, while […]
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PVC collection only for FCT residents, INEC clarifies
The Independent National Electoral Commission has clarified that the ongoing Permanent Voter Card collection exercise currently underway applies exclusively to the Federal Capital Territory, ahead of the February 21, 2026, Area Council Election. In a statement addressed to residents of other states on its official X handle on Thursday, INEC urged citizens not to rely […]
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After protests, FG pays N152bn to contractors for verified projects
The federal government says it has disbursed N152 billion to contractors for “verified contracts”. In a statement on Thursday, Doris Uzoka-Anite, minister of state for finance, said the payments were subjected to rigorous verification in line with extant laws and regulations. Uzoka-Anite said the federal ministry of finance understands the financial pressure experienced by the […]
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US ‘annihilating’ terrorists in Nigeria, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that American forces were ‘annihilating’ terrorists in Nigeria whom he accused of killing Christians in large numbers. “Many good things are happening,” Trump said. “In Nigeria, we are annihilating terrorists who are killing Christians. We’ve hit them very hard. They’ve killed thousands and thousands of Christians.” Trump […]
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Awujale stool battle: Ogun halts process, police storm palace
Ogun State government on Wednesday halted the selection process for the new Awujale of Ijebu land, the second suspension in less than a month, with a heavy deployment of security forces at the palace. Our correspondent at Ijebu Ode observed heavy  presence of  policemen and officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, following […]
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Real Madrid top football rich list as Liverpool surge
Real Madrid stayed top of football’s rich list as Liverpool outstripped their English rivals for the first time, according to Deloitte’s Money League study on Thursday. Spanish giants Madrid generated nearly 1.2 billion euros ($1.4 billion) in revenue in the 2024/25 season despite failing to win a major trophy. The refurbishment of the club’s Santiago […]
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FG to scrap HND dichotomy, empower polytechnics to award degrees
The federal government has announced plans to abolish the long-standing Higher National Diploma (HND) dichotomy by empowering polytechnics to award degrees in a major reform aimed at repositioning technical and vocational education as a driver of national development. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday while addressing a high-level […]
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FG pledges credible census, prioritises accuracy over speed
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to conducting a credible, transparent and internationally acceptable national census, saying it will not sacrifice due process for speed. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Tuesday when the Chairman of the National Population Commission, Dr Aminu Yusuf, led a management team on […]
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DSS frees Ogun pastor, associates after public outcry
Operatives of the Department of State Services have freed an Ogun State-based pastor, Kayode Olawoye, alongside two of his associates who were detained on Monday following public outcry. Olawoye became an internet sensation following his exposé on the poor state of some roads in Ogun State, which he had repeatedly drawn to the attention of […]
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Ekiti Guber: Adhere To Electoral Laws, INEC Warns Parties, Candidates
Political parties and candidates for the forthcoming governorship election in Ekiti State have been urged to strictly adhere to electoral laws and conduct themselves responsibly before, during and after June 20, 2026 governorship election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) which gave the advice said such which help in sustaining  the peaceful atmosphere being enjoyed […]
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Fashola calls for proper briefing before ambassadors posting
Former Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, on Tuesday called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure that newly appointed Nigerian ambassadors—particularly non-career envoys—are thoroughly educated on the country’s policies, economic priorities and investment frameworks before assuming their postings. Fashola made the recommendation in his keynote address at the Nigeria Reputation Summit 2026, a programme organised in […]
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Kwara closes Polytechnic over unrest
The Kwara State Government has ordered the closure of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, following unrest that broke out on campus over the use of the institution as a temporary orientation camp for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The directive was issued by Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq for protection of lives and property after tensions escalated […]
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Interior minister visits passport office unannounced, berates delays
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday paid an unannounced visit to the Nigerian Immigration Service passport office in Gwagwalada, Abuja, where he criticised delays in passport processing and warned applicants against making extra payments. The minister inspected operations at the VIP and Children section of the passport office and engaged both officials and applicants, […]
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Sultan mourns Ilorin Chief Imam
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his media team on its Facebook page, the Sultan described the late […]
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Amnesty deal: Outrage mounts as Katsina moves to release 70 bandits
Prominent socio-political organisations, including Afenifere, Arewa Consultative Forum, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Middle Belt Forum, and others, have expressed outrage over a plan by the Katsina State Government to release 70 bandits as part of measures to patch up a floundering peace pact with bandit leaders. The groups, in separate interviews with news correspondents, described the […]
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Kano gov meets Tinubu amid defection talks
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf on Monday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, amid heightened speculation over his planned defection to the All Progressives Congress. The governor, dressed in his signature flowing white northern babanriga and a red Kwankwasiyya cap, was spotted by our correspondent making his way to […]
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Father of Kano murder suspect demands son’s death
Father of the prime suspect, arrested over the killing of seven family members in Dorayi Chiranchi area of Kano metropolis, Malam Auwal, has called on authorities to swiftly punish his son, Umar Auwal, without delay. Fatima Abubakar, 35, and her children were reportedly murdered by assailants, allegedly led by Umar, who broke into their residence […]
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Lagos issues warning as residents scoop fuel from fallen tanker
The Lagos State Government has issued a warning to residents following reports of fuel scooping from a fallen tanker at the Tincan–Liverpool Bridge area of Apapa. The warning came after a diesel tanker overturned on the bridge, inward Mile 2, causing fuel to spill and blocking traffic along the busy corridor. In an urgent situation […]
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Ribadu debunks report of mother’s death
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has debunked an online report claiming that his mother died on Monday, describing the publication as false and misleading. Ribadu clarified the situation in a statement posted on his verified X handle on Tuesday after receiving numerous calls and messages from sympathisers. The clarification followed reports in the media […]
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JUST IN: Kano gov meets Tinubu at Aso Rock
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, is currently at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, for a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. The governor, dressed in his signature flowing white babanriga and a red Kwankwasiyya cap, was spotted by our correspondent making his way to the President’s office at 4:13pm local time. The meeting comes amid heightened speculation […]
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Destiny Boy’s mother reveals son battled with long mysterious illness
Saida, the mother of popular Afrobeat star Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has revealed the real reason behind the death of her son. The singer’s mother made this known in a now-trending video on Monday. According to her, the singer had been suffering from a long-term mysterious illness described as “Ogu oru” that […]
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Shettima Commissions Nigeria House At Davos, First Sovereign Pavilion At WEF
Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima has officially commissioned the Nigeria House Davos at the Davos Promenade during the ongoing World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Switzerland. The commissioning which took place on Monday marks the first time the Nigerian government has established a dedicated sovereign pavilion at the World Economic Forum, a major milestone in […]
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Ododo To Terrorists, We Won’t Surrender Kogi To You
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has assured the terrorist group in the State that his administration will make a hell of an environment for them, as he wont surrender the state to criminals The Governor, who stated this on Monday while unveiling security drones procured by his government, stressed that the government will always be […]
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Emir of Ilorin mourns as Chief Imam Bashir dies
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has announced the death of the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih OON. In a condolence message issued on Monday by his Press Secretary, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, the Emir conveyed the news of the cleric’s […]
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