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Out-of-school crisis: FG introduces cash transfer to mothers
The Federal Government has launched the Basic Education Transformation Agenda, a comprehensive reform package designed to boost school enrollment and improve learning outcomes nationwide. Unveiling the initiative in Abuja at the weekend, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said BETA introduces Conditional Cash Transfers to mothers to encourage consistent school attendance. “The initiative ties […]
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Akpabio returns from London, dismisses ill health speculations
Senate President Godswill Akpabio returned to Abuja early Monday after a brief vacation in London, a move seen as putting to rest swirling rumours that he was critically ill and hospitalised abroad. Akpabio, who had led a Nigerian delegation to the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva between July 29 and 31, […]
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Tinubu hails winners of by-elections in 12 states, commends INEC
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated all the winners of Saturday, August 16, by-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states. A statement by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, stated that the President commended the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for the hitch-free elections, mostly devoid of violence. Following the results declared by INEC, the All Progressives […]
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Osun unveils investment portal to attract investors
The Osun State Government has launched a new investment portal designed to boost direct investment and improve the ease of doing business in the state. In a press release on Sunday, the state’s Commissioner for Information and Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, explained that one of the key features of the portal is its integration with the […]
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Remains of football legend, Chukwu, laid to rest in Enugu
The late Nigerian football legend and coach, Christian Chukwu, popularly called “Chairman”, was on Saturday laid to rest in his country home, Obe, in the Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State. Chukwu, the former Super Eagles captain and head coach, passed away on April 12 at the age of 74. Earlier in his […]
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D’Tigers Beat Tunisia To Maintain Perfect AfroBasket Start
Nigeria’s men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, continued their impressive run at the 2025 FIBA Men’s AfroBasket championship in Angola with a commanding 87-66 victory over defending champions Tunisia on Friday. The win at the Pavilhao Multiusos de Luanda marked D’Tigers’ second consecutive triumph in Group B, following their 77-59 victory over Madagascar in the opening game. The […]
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Bye-Elections and the Test of Nigeria’s Democracy
Bye-Elections and the Test of Nigeria’s Democracy Bye-elections in Nigeria have become more than just contests to fill vacant seats; they are critical tests of the strength, credibility, and maturity of our democratic system. Every time a seat becomes vacant in the National or State Assembly due to resignation, death, defection, or nullification of election […]
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Security Operatives Arrest Suspected Vote-Buyer With ₦25.9 Million In Kaduna
Security agencies in Kaduna have arrested a suspected vote-buyer with over ₦25.9 million cash allegedly meant to compromise Saturday’s bye-elections in the state. The suspect, identified as Shehu Aliyu Patangi, was apprehended around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday at a popular hotel along Turunku Road in Kaduna metropolis. The arrest was carried out by operatives of the Police […]
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Zelensky says will meet Trump in Washington Monday
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky will head to Washington on Monday to discuss “ending the killing and the war” with US President Donald Trump, he announced Saturday. Zelensky said so after holding a call with Trump, during which he said the US leader informed him about the “main points” of his talks with Russia’s Vladimir Putin […]
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Trump, Putin end summit without Ukraine deal
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin made no breakthrough on Ukraine at their high-stakes summit on Friday, pointing to areas of agreement and rekindling a friendship but offering no news on a ceasefire. After an abrupt ending to three hours of talks with aides, Trump and Putin offered warm words but took no questions from reporters, […]
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NCAA grants approval to Gateway Airport to begin commercial flights
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Friday, granted approval to the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport, Ilisan-Iperu, Ogun State, to begin commercial flight operations. The approval given in line with Part 12.15.17 of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig.CARs) granted an Interim Aerodrome Operational Permit to operate scheduled commercial air transport flights at the airport. Following […]
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HoS Warns Civil Servants Against Partisan Politics Ahead of 2027 Polls
As the 2027 general election draws nigh, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoS), Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has issued a stern warning to civil servants against engaging in political activities while in service. Speaking in Abuja on Friday during the Quarterly Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement interactive session, Mrs Walson-Jack emphasised that […]
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11 Nigerian Miners Rescued from Central African Republic
The 11 Nigerian miners stranded in the Central African Republic have returned to the country through the intervention of the Federal Government. According to a statement by the National Emergency Management Agency, the Nigerians arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday. The Nigerian ambassador to the Central African Republic, Babagana Ahmed, accompanied […]
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NCoS threatens to sanction officers over repeated jailbreaks
The Nigerian Correctional Service has warned that officers found negligent in their duties will face sanctions, following a series of jailbreaks that have rocked custodial centres across the country. The Controller-General of the NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche, attributed the jailbreaks to the lackadaisical attitude of some of the officers, warning that negligence would no longer be tolerated. […]
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CAC removes 247 companies from database
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has removed 247 companies from its database, declaring that they were never duly registered as limited liability companies. The Commission announced the move in a notice posted on its official X handle on Friday, saying the purported incorporation of the affected companies was invalid. According to the CAC, the Registration […]
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Popular Nollywood Actor, Segun Remi Is Dead
Veteran Nollywood actor Segun Remi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, has died. Celebrity journalist Seun Oloketuyi, in a post on his Instagram page, disclosed that the film star passed away on Friday at age 72. Chief Kanran, before his demise, was a household name in the Yoruba film industry, celebrated for his unique style, humour, and […]
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$100,000: ‘It Will Be Paid’ – NSC DG Tells Super Falcons
The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has assured that the Super Falcons will receive the $100,000 promised to each player by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for winning the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The Super Falcons clinched their 10th continental title in Morocco on July 26. Two days later, Tinubu announced cash […]
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Tambuwal returns to Sokoto, declares war on APC
Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, on Friday entered Sokoto metropolis to a welcome by supporters from Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states, in what political observers describe as a show of force ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing the crowd, Tambuwal, who served as Director General of […]
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EXCLUSIVE: EFCC Arrests And Grills Mayfresh Mortgage Bank MD, Two Catholic Sisters Over Alleged Share Theft
Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has reportedly arrested the Managing Director of Mayfresh Mortgage Bank, over allegations of stealing company shares and falsifying documents related to the Bank at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). It was gathered on Friday that two senior Catholic Sisters of Jesus the Saviour (SJS), Rev. […]
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INEC confirms 16 bye-elections across 12 states for Saturday
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that bye-elections will be held in 16 federal and state constituencies, as well as senatorial districts, across 12 states of the federation. The elections are scheduled for Saturday, 16th August 2025, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at polling units in the affected constituencies. In a public notice, INEC […]
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D’Tigress makes history as only African team in FIBA top 10
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has risen to 8th in the latest FIBA Women’s World Rankings, propelled by their historic performance at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan. This marks a significant leap from their previous 11th position, solidifying their status as Africa’s basketball powerhouse. Announced on Thursday, the updated rankings reflect Nigeria’s climb […]
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Tinubu heads to TICAD9 in Japan, Brazil for bilateral talks
President Bola Tinubu on Friday departed Abuja for a two-nation official visit to Japan and Brazil, with a brief stopover in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Our correspondent learnt that he left Abuja at 11:15 am. The President was seen off by top government officials, including the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; the Minister of Finance and […]
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Osun Does Not Run ‘Security Votes’, All Security Spending Is Budgeted – Says Gov Adeleke
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has restated that his administration funds security strictly through the budget and extant financial rules. In a statement on Friday signed by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the governor declared that “Under my watch, we don’t operate security votes in the sense Nigerians understand it.” According to Adeleke, Osun has no slush fund disguised as security […]
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Yelewata Demands 100 Housing Units For Victims After Killing Of Over 200 People, Home Wreckage
Leaders of the Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State have appealed to the state government to urgently construct 100 units of two-bedroom flats to resettle families displaced by the June 13, 2025, massacre. Armed herdsmen reportedly invaded the community, killing more than 200 people, including women and children, and burning down homes, market […]
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Jailbreaks Reduced Under Tinubu – Tunji-Ojo
The Minister of Interior, Bunmi Tunji-Ojo, has stated that the number of jailbreaks in the country has decreased under the present administration compared to previous years. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Tunji-Ojo dismissed claims that there had been as many as seven jailbreaks since 2023, insisting that the actual number was lower. He […]
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Nigerian Army Confirms Explosion At Ilese Barracks In Ogun State
The Nigerian Army has confirmed that a minor explosion and subsequent fire outbreak occurred at Ilese Barracks, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, in the early hours of Thursday. According to the Nigerian Army, the incident occurred within a storage building of the 42nd Engineers Brigade Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Squadron. The military said the “swift intervention by troops […]
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What I Told EFCC Officials Who Interrogated Me –Tambuwal
Former Governor of Sokoto State and serving Senator, Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has opened up on his recent encounter with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), insisting that no agency or political force can intimidate him. Speaking in Sokoto on his return from the EFCC custody in what he described as a “brief visit,” […]
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