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Ekiti, Osun guber polls will be litmus test for INEC ahead of 2027, says Amupitan
Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), says the forthcoming governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states will serve as an “immediate litmus test” for the commission’s reforms ahead of the 2027 general election. In May 2025, INEC scheduled the governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun for June 20 and August 8, 2026, respectively. […]
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FG suspends new shipping tariffs, engage stakeholders
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has directed all shipping lines and their agents to suspend the recently approved tariff amid ongoing concerns raised by key industry stakeholders. In a statement by the management of the Council, all shipping lines and agencies are required to maintain the status quo until a consensus […]
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Tinubu returns to Nigeria after UK state visit
President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu arrived in Nigeria on Friday following a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom. Video footage shared on X by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, captured the moment the presidential aircraft touched down, with senior government officials, including Senate […]
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Governor Adeleke Extols Faith, and Unity as Osun Muslims Celebrate Eid-el-Fitr
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in Osun State on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement signed by his Spokesperson, the Governor acknowledged “the devotion, and discipline demonstrated throughout Ramadan,” noting that the holy month represents “not only abstinence but a deep commitment […]
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Eid-el-Fitr: Tinubu Urges Muslims To Uphold Unity, Compassion Beyond Ramadan
As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, urging renewed commitment to the nation and humanity. President Tinubu enjoined Nigerian Muslims to rededicate themselves to the noble teachings of the holy month, which emphasise piety, empathy, and unity among humanity. The President’s message […]
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ALERT: NAFDAC warns Nigerians of fake cancer drugs in circulation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians about the circulation of counterfeit cancer medicines, Avastin and Tecentriq, in the country. Avastin (bevacizumab) is used for the treatment of recurrent glioblastoma in adults. Tecentriq (atezolizumab) is a prescription immunotherapy used to treat several advanced cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer […]
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EFCC returns N3.94bn recovered funds to NNPCL
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Wednesday handed over a total of N3,936,145,822 to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, following the recovery of funds linked to fraudulent activities. A statement by the agency’s spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said the presentation was made at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja by the Secretary to the Commission, […]
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Osun community bans political activities at Eid praying grounds
The Osogbo community in Osun State has placed a ban on political discussions and the wearing of party uniforms at Eid praying grounds during this year’s celebrations. The directive was contained in a public service announcement aired on some radio stations in the state and circulated on social media on Thursday. The announcement was signed […]
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NANS reschedules protest against poor electricity supply in South-West
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), South-West Zone, has rescheduled the proposed mass protest against the worsening electricity supply across the region. The protest earlier slated for Thursday, March 19, 2026, has been moved to Tuesday, March 24, 2026. This was contained in a statement by the NANS Zone D Coordinator, Comrade Josiah Adeyemo, […]
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Blackout worsens in Nigeria as GenCos shutdown gas plants over debt
Power outage has worsened in Nigeria as power generation companies (GenCos) have shut down operations in the face of a growing debt burden amounting to about N6.8 trillion. According to a report by Bloomberg, 16 of Nigeria’s 33 power plants were not supplying electricity as of Tuesday, citing data from the Nigeria Independent System Operator, […]
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Malami: I have no regrets over my actions as minister
Abubakar Malami, former attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, says he has no regrets over his actions while in office. The former minister spoke in an interview shortly after his release from prison custody. Malami, his wife, Bashir Asabe, and son, Abdulaziz, are facing a 16-count charge bordering on alleged money laundering, preferred […]
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Eid-el-Fitr: Osun offers free train rides for indigenes from Lagos
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it will operate a free train service for indigenes of Osun state as part of arrangements for the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. A statement on Wednesday by Calistus Unyimadu, NRC public relations officer, said the initiative, tagged “Imole special train”, is in partnership with the Osun government. Unyimadu said the train […]
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Betty Akeredolu joins LP in Imo state, declares senatorial ambition
Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, former first lady of Ondo state, says she has joined the Labour Party (LP) in Imo state. In a Facebook post shared on Tuesday, Anyanwu-Akeredolu said she attended the national executive council (NEC) and stakeholders meeting of the party in Abuja, the nation’s capital, after joining the LP in Imo state. She said the meeting, […]
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BREAKING: Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Friday
Saudi Arabia has declared Friday as Eid-ul-Fitr following the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of Shawwal. Authorities in the Kingdom confirmed that the moon was not sighted, indicating that Ramadan will last 30 days this year. With the development, Muslims in the Kingdom will observe the full 30 days of fasting before […]
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IGP Disu presents cheques to families of fallen police officers
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu has presented cheques totalling ₦2.4 billion to 1,075 families of deceased police officers under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The disbursements cover policy years 2018/2019 to 2025/2026, including long-outstanding insurance […]
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Maiduguri bombings: Military chiefs arrive in Borno after Tinubu’s directive
Olufemi Oloyede, chief of defence staff (CDS), and Waidu Shaibu, the chief of army staff (CoAS) have arrived in Maiduguri following the multiple explosion that rocked the city on Monday night. Their arrival comes nearly 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu directed security chiefs to relocate to the Borno state capital after the suspected suicide bombing killed […]
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Gunmen kidnap four cocoa farmers in Oyo
Gunmen numbering six on Wednesday kidnapped four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria in the Idi-Ayunre area of Ibadan. The News Agency of Nigeria gathered that some of the kidnapped victims were at the institute for a familiarisation visit. A cocoa farmer who managed to flee the scene recounted that the gunmen […]
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Labour Party fixes May 23 for 2027 presidential primary
The Labour Party has fixed Saturday, May 23, as the date for its presidential primary ahead of the 2027 general election. The decision was taken at the party’s national executive council (NEC) meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday, with officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in attendance to observe proceedings. A statement issued […]
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ICPC: El-Rufai in lawful custody — initial remand order extended by 14 days
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna, remains in lawful custody over allegations of money laundering and abuse of office. In a statement on Tuesday, John Okor Odey, ICPC spokesperson, said on March 5, the magistrate court extended the initial remand order for el-Rufai by another 14 […]
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Hardship: Labour pushes N154,000 minimum wage
The letter was jointly signed by the National Chairman of JNPSNC, Benjamin Anthony, and the National Secretary, Olowoyo Gbenga. The JNPSNC premised its demand on the outcome of an exhaustive meeting of the council held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the AUPCTRE National Secretariat, Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. The letter read, […]
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Explosions: IGP visits Maiduguri, survivors
The visit occurred hours after President Bola Tinubu ordered service chiefs to move to Borno State to check the worsening attacks by terrorists in the state. During his visit, Mr Disu assessed the Monday Market bombing site in Maiduguri. The IGP also proceeded to the Borno State Government House and the State Police Command Headquarters to review […]
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CAF Strips Senegal Of 2025 AFCON Title, Crowns Morocco Champions
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title they won in January and declared Morocco champions. Several Senegalese players had temporarily left the pitch late in the match in protest at a refereeing decision. CAF in a statement on Tuesday said “the Senegal national team is […]
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