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Olubadan-In-Council nominates Ladoja as next Olubadan 
The Olubadan-In-Council, on Monday, nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The nomination took place at the Olubadan Palace, Oke-Aremo, in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State. The new Olubadan was not in attendance during the meeting. Presiding over the meeting, the Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, […]
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Veterans barricade finance ministry over non-payment of entitlements
Some retired military personnel on Monday barricaded the main entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja to protest the non-payment of their statutory entitlements. The ex-servicemen, some in military camouflage, demanded immediate payment of outstanding shortfalls in their Gratuity, Security Debarment Allowance (SDA), and Parking Allowance. The protest temporarily disrupted official activities at […]
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PDP Crisis Over For Now – Wike
Following the recent defection of key members of the opposition party, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday, said the crisis rocking the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is over for now. Wike, who spoke during a media parley in Abuja in reaction to the defection of the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, said, […]
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WAEC releases 2025 WASSCE results
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. WAEC made the announcement in on Monday, August 4, 2025, through a statement published on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. The examination body confirmed that candidates who participated in this […]
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You Are A Liar, No One Can Trust You – Presidency Fires Peter Obi
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration has knocked former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, for maintaining that he is willing to serve for one term if elected as President in 2027. Peter Obi had said that he will serve only one term of four years if elected President, stressing that his vow is sacrosanct. According to the former […]
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Amusan wins fifth national title in Lagos
World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, cruised to victory in the event at the 2025 Athletics Federation of Nigeria’s National Trials at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old fired quickly off the blocks at the Yabatech sports complex and wheeled away to clinch […]
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Senator Yar’adua Dumps APC For ADC
A former federal lawmaker, Senator Abubakar Sadiq Yar’adua, has resigned from his membership in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a letter dated July 28, 2025, addressed to his APC Ward chairman in Katsina State, Yar’adua cited deep frustration with the party’s leadership and alleged failures in governance as reasons for […]
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Osun Travel Cost: There is no Smoking Gun —Governor Adeleke’s Spokesperson
The Executive Governor of Osun State,Senator Ademola Adeleke remains committed to transparency and accountability in managing state finance as travelling costs being pushed around represent the near full year training allocation for the over 100 agencies of the state government. The public is also invited to note that a full breakdown of the state travelling […]
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Tinubu hails D’Tigress for historic Afrobasket win
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the D’Tigress on their historic win of their fifth consecutive Afrobasket title on Sunday. D’Tigress triumphed 78-64 over their opponent, Mali, to claim the coveted title.In a post shared on his X, Tinubu hailed D’Tigress for making Mission V possible, and lauded coach Rena Wakama for leading the girls […]
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NBBF dedicates D’Tigress’ historic AfroBasket win to Tinubu
President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Musa Kida, has dedicated the historic AfroBasket title won by D’Tigress to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. After trailing 21–26 in the first quarter, the Nigerian queens roared back with commanding performances in the next three quarters: 20–15, 20–15, and 17–8, showcasing the grit and tactical brilliance that has […]
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Keyamo justifies N712bn Lagos Airport renovation
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has explained that the Federal Government’s decision to spend N712 billion on the renovation of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos is driven by the urgent need to replace decaying infrastructure, expand capacity, and bring the nation’s busiest airport in line with modern global standards. […]
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NAFDAC Receives N20.5bn Fake Drugs From Customs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Sunday disclosed it has taken delivery of 15 containers of substandard and falsified pharmaceutical products and tomato paste imported through Onne Port in Port-Harcourt. NAFDAC, in a press statement, signed by its Resident Media Consultant, Sayo Akintola, noted that the fake products are “Estimated to […]
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PSC promotes Force PRO, Adejobi, to DCP rank
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the elevation of the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi, to the next rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The approval was granted during the Commission’s plenary session held during the week and presided over […]
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BREAKING: Ademola Lookman submits transfer request to Atalanta
Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has formally submitted a transfer request to Atalanta, as he attempts to force through a move to join Cristian Chivu’s Inter. The Nigerian forward is desperate to join Inter Milan and has done this to force his side to sell him to their Italian rivals. This comes after Atalanta had rejected […]
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First Lady congratulates D’Tigress on Afrobasket final berth
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, on their qualification for the final of the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. In a post shared via her official X handle on Sunday, the First Lady commended the team for their performance and consistency over the years. She wrote, “I congratulate the D’Tigress National Basketball […]
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NOA warns Kwara residents on fake N1000 notes
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Kwara has cautioned the public about fake N1000 notes circulating in the state. The State Director of NOA, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Dare, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ilorin. Dare emphasised the need for vigilance among residents and business owners in the state. According to him, there are confirmed […]
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Ribadu delivers relief to 500 Adamawa flood victims
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has distributed relief materials to 500 households affected by the flood that struck Adamawa State last Sunday. Speaking during the distribution on Saturday, the Organising Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Adamawa State Chapter, Alhaji Mustapha Ribadu, said the intervention was aimed at alleviating the suffering of the flood […]
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Oyo begins distribution of insecticide-treated mets to fight malaria
Oyo State Government has commenced mass distribution of over five million insecticide-treated nets across the 33 local government areas of the state as part of efforts to curb the spread of malaria. The official flag-off ceremony was held at Idi-Ogungun Primary Health Care Centre, Agodi Gate, Ibadan North Local Government Area, according to a statement […]
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NLC raises concerns over new industrial relations policy
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed concerns over the newly adopted  National Industrial Relations Policy by the Federal Government.  In a statement in Abuja yesterday, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the new policy would make embarking on strike a criminal issue and silence trade unions.  He said the NLC considered the policy to be   aimed at stopping […]
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AfroBasket Final: Tinubu assures D’Tigress of full support in historic title pursuit
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged his full support to Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, as they prepare for Sunday’s final at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket tournament in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where they aim to clinch a fifth consecutive continental title. In a congratulatory message on Sunday morning, President Tinubu hailed the team’s “remarkable […]
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Nurses call off four-day-old strike
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its seven-day nationwide warning strike. The decision to call off the strike followed a virtual emergency meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC) held yesterday, during which the association reviewed recent engagements with the Federal Government. The industrial action was initiated to press for the implementation […]
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Why we’re spending N712bn to renovate Lagos Airport — Kayamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has justified the federal government’s decision to commit N712 billion to the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, describing the project as a necessary overhaul to modernise the country’s busiest airport and accommodate surging passenger traffic. Keyamo provided a detailed breakdown of […]
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We want better salaries, not loans, ASUU tells FG
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has berated the Federal Government on its decision to introduce loan disbursements to tertiary institution workers, including lecturers, describing the move as a distraction from the real issue that government needs to address. The president of the union, Professor Christopher Piwuna, in an exclusive interview with Nigerian Tribune […]
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FG begins reconstruction of collapsed Nasarawa flyover
The Federal Government has begun reconstruction of the collapsed Keffi Flyover in Nasarawa State, while accelerating major roadworks across the country. Minister of Works, Mr Dave Umahi, disclosed this after Thursday’s Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu. Umahi described the July 4 collapse as “very unfortunate” and confirmed a settlement with the […]
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One woman dies every eight minutes during childbirth in Borno — UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has expressed concern over the alarming rate of maternal deaths in Borno State, disclosing that one woman dies every eight minutes during childbirth, mostly from preventable causes. Chief of UNICEF Maiduguri Field Office, Mr Francis Busiku Butichi, disclosed on Thursday during the launch of the distribution of 3,700 Mama […]
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Why we join warning strike – Osun nurses
The Osun chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) says it joined the seven-day nationwide warning strike to demand better remuneration like other clinical practitioners. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Osogbo, the state Chairman of NANNM, Mr Oladele Olaniran, said that members of the association […]
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