1 day ago
Amid the widespread blackout that recently plunged parts of the Federal Capital Territory into darkness, the contractor at the presidential villa, Contract People Limited, rose to the occasion, ensuring that the seat of power and other critical government installations were promptly illuminated. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Friday confirmed that parts of the…
1 day ago
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Sunday, said that the actions and utterances of some leaders of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are pulling the party backwards and making reconciliation difficult. He said it was wrong for many leaders of the party to be so desperately seeking the removal of the…
1 day ago
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to teach a valuable lesson to vandals who plunged more than half of the FCT into darkness after damaging and stealing transmission cables last week. He revealed that some suspects connected to the crime have been arrested and are in custody. At a…
1 day ago
The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) says the economic policies of the Bola Tinubu administration will set new records in 2025 based on current trends in the economy. The Chairman of IMPI, Dr. Niyi Akinsiju, in a policy statement released on Sunday, said the group reached the conclusion after an analysis of the economy…
1 day ago
In a bid to cushion the effects of hardship, the federal government has concluded arrangements to distribute N75,000 in cash to 70 million Nigerians. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, Hon. Aliyu Audu, in a statement on Sunday, explained that the gesture aligns with President Bola Tinubu's administration's determination to address the…
Latest
9 mins ago
The decision by the Kaduna State government to negotiate a peace deal with terrorists that have virtually taken over five local government areas of the state as well as render major highways dangerous to ply, is on the face of it, a welcome step.
10 mins ago
The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele has called for the implementation of the tax reform bills by mid-2025, noting that the current system is holding the country hostage and needs to be fixed.
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In response to the consumer price inflation report for December 2024, which put inflation at is34.8 per cent, the Nigeria equities market closed last week trading on a downturn as investors lost N1.4 trillion in five trading days.
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Despite December being a slower month for real estate activity, last year’s festive season was different. It rekindled opportunities for buyers and sellers and showcased increased demand for short-let rentals.
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In the first nine months of last year, the earnings per share (EPS) of FBN Holdings Plc, the parent company of First Bank of Nigeria Limited as well as its profit grew by 125 per cent year-on-year (Y/Y).
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The immediate past Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has not hidden his ambition to contest the governorship election in 2027. But his first step to galvanising support towards his ambition was not only strategically...
19 mins ago
Despite the involvement of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and alleged surveillance monitoring of electricity infrastructure, 18 transmission towers have been destroyed in the past five days.
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The Lagos State government has charged the newly recruited town planners in the public service to embrace new technology that will enhance service delivery, uphold lawful conduct and remain upright in discharging their duties.
News
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Concerns are mounting over rising crime rates in Lagos State despite the multi-billion-naira investment in High Definition (HD) closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed by the government in strategic locations.
27 mins ago
Chairman of the Economic and Financial crimes Commission, (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has described public sector corruption as the greatest problem of the country with procurement and contract fraud accounting for 90 per cent of Nigeria’s corruption and fraud issues.
31 mins ago
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has described the individual responsible for the killing of its Assistant Superintendent, Sahabi Salisu, during a midnight operation in Akwa, Anambra State, as a kidnapper and ritual killer masquerading as an Internet fraudster.
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The Ondo State Police Command has apprehended three suspects allegedly involved in a child trafficking syndicate following a sting operation. The suspects: Lukman Isiaka, 43; Abosede Olanipekun, 23; and Sabira Izuorah
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In a major bid to tackle the security challenges facing Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo has unveiled the Anambra Homeland Security Law 2025 and launched a special security operation, code-named ‘Operation Udo Ga-Achi’.
39 mins ago
Dangote Refinery has clarified that its recent adjustment in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N899.50 to N950 per litre is directly linked to the significant increase in global crude oil prices.
40 mins ago
The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) has confirmed that 86 people lost their lives in the tanker explosion that occurred on Saturday at Dikko Junction along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway in Gurara Local Council of the state.
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Senator Chris Anyanwu, representing Imo East Senatorial District, has challenged a former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, to produce the letter of apology he claimed the senator wrote to the late military head of state, General Sani Abacha.
44 mins ago
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has identified inflation as one of the biggest challenges in the efforts to stabilise the Nigerian economy.
Metro
1 hour ago
A sense of unease has gripped Ombi 1, a community within the Lafia North Development Area, following the discovery of the lifeless body of an unidentified woman behind a compound on Saturday morning.
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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have thwarted an attempt by 26-year-old Esther Onyinyechi Uzodinma to ingest 76 wraps of cocaine just hours before her return flight to India.
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Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command have arrested 40-year-old Uchenna Okpara for allegedly stabbing his brother-in-law, Uchenna Unakalamba, to death following a minor family dispute.
1 day ago
The Odenigbo Royal Family, Akpakwume autonomous community, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, at the weekend, called on Governor Peter Mbah to intervene in the continued incarceration of the 86-year-old blind monarch, Igwe Ekwueme Odenigbo. The royal father was last week remanded in correctional custody alongside his 33-year-old son, Izuchukwu, by an Enugu Magistrate's…
1 day ago
CP Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin is set to resume as the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command. She will take over from CP Umoru Ozigi, the immediate past Commissioner of Police for Edo State. CP Betty Otimenyin, the first female Commissioner of Police in the Edo State Police Command, was born in Benin City, Edo…
1 day ago
A 40-year-old notorious cultist identified as Nasir Isiaka was killed by unknown gunmen in Owo, headquarters of the Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Sunday. Isiaka was killed a few days after five people were killed in the ancient community during a cult-related clash, after which a curfew was imposed on the town.…
1 day ago
The Niger State health team has moved swiftly into action to salvage the lives of some of the victims affected by the recent tanker fire incident that occurred at Dikko Junction in Gurara Local Government Area of the state. This followed the earlier directive of Governor Mohammed Bago, who had ordered free medical services and…
1 day ago
The Rivers State Government has taken a bold step to ensure transparency and accountability in the procurement process, with the governing board of the state’s Bureau on Public Procurement (BPP) vowing to eliminate over-bloated contracts and ensure value for money. Speaking to newsmen after a meeting with staff members of the Bureau, Chairman of the…
1 day ago
Again, property worth millions of naira has been razed in a fire incident that occurred in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. No fewer than seven shops were affected by the fire. It was gathered that the incident occurred at the Alaro Alapata area in Sango Ibadan on Saturday evening. Property worth millions of naira was…
Business
1 day ago
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has fixed January 31 as deadline for registration renewal of all Capital Market Operators (CMOs). The commission said in a circular issued to the operators on Sunday in Abuja. It said the annual registration renewal would last between January 1 and 31. The apex capital market regulator said the…
2 days ago
The Ogun State Police Command has set up a crack team to rescue the wife of a former Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu from kidnappers. Odumosu was reportedly kidnapped on 16 January 2025. The Ogun State Police Spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, made this known to the press in Abeokuta on Friday. The victim was…
2 days ago
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday arrived Maiduguri to offer his condolences to the government and people of Borno, following the killings of some farmers in the state. He was met at the airport by Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno, his deputy, Dr Usman Kadafur, members of the House of Assembly, and other senior government…
2 days ago
The Police command in Gombe State has apprehended four suspects for allegedly vandalising transformers in Gombe metropolis. The Spokesman of the command, ASP Buhari Abdullahi said this while parading the suspects on Friday in Gombe. He said the suspects allegedly vandalised and removed armoured cables from power transformers in the area. “On Wednesday about 3…
2 days ago
The last three years would be remembered by the leadership of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) as those it played host to several state governors over infrastructural and manpower interventions in public tertiary institutions.
2 days ago
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has charged agencies within his ministry to align and prioritise their 2025 budget to ensure massive and impactful development.
Stories of The Week
11 Jan
Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevweri, has sacked the information commissioner, Ifeanyi Osuoza, with immediate effect for alleged poor performance. According to government sources, the governor had directed the commissioner for works (rural roads) Charles Aniagwu to take over the affairs of the Ministry of Information temporarily. Accordingly, Aniagwu will resume office on Monday as both…
12 Jan
Social media has been buzzing with reactions after Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, unveiled his new look. The 29-year-old singer shared a snippet of his upcoming song, Why Love, on his verified Instagram page on Saturday, leaving fans talking about his appearance. Netizens have since flooded various platforms to…
14 Jan
The Edo State Government has firmly disassociated itself from comments made by John Mayaki, a former Chief Press Secretary to ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki. In a statement signed by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, the government clarified that Mayaki’s remarks do not represent the Governor’s Office and urged the public to…
15 Jan
Following the removal of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday, the atmosphere at the Assembly Complex has returned to normal.
3 days ago
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Friday said the Presidential Villa has been thrown into darkness as rising cases of theft of electricity cables disrupt power supply. TCN, in a statement, and another from the Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, showed that a 132kV transmission line and underground cables supplying power to central…
Editorial
2 days ago
The stampedes that characterised the distribution of free food in Abuja in the Federal Capital Territory, Ibadan in Oyo State and Okija in Anambra State leading to the death of many people were avoidable if the events were properly handled and the prospective beneficiaries had conducted themselves in an orderly manner.
Politics
37 mins ago
The leadership crisis in the Labour Party (LP) seems to be far from over, as two factions have separately claimed victory of a Court of Appeal judgment delivered last Friday.
56 mins ago
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ruled out the possibility of resolving his conflict with Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State, saying it was based on refusal of Fubara and his camp to carry out the directive of President Bola Tinubu during the peace meeting he convened.
1 day ago
A Diaspora APC Chieftain, Mr. Ayoola Lawal has congratulated Mr.Temitope Adewale on his emergence as the new Majority Leader of the Lagos State House of Assembly. In his congratulatory message on Sunday in Lagos, Lawal, the immediate past chairman of APC in the Scandinavian countries, said that Adewale’s appointment underscored his consistent alignment with the…
1 day ago
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja to represent Nigeria at the 2025 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) scheduled for Davos, Switzerland. The Vice President will join world leaders, top business executives, and representatives of development partners at the meeting to discuss the state of the world economy with a view to…
1 day ago
Members of the recently dissolved Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) have filed a ₦619 million lawsuit against Governor Monday Okpebholo, alleging their removal violated constitutional provisions guaranteeing their tenure. The case, filed at the National Industrial Court in Benin City, challenges the legality of the December 2024 announcement that dissolved the commission before the…
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The Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner in 16 local government areas in Saturday's election held in the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 12 political parties participated in the local government election for positions of chairman, deputy chairman, and councillors in…
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Features
1 day ago
The Women in Mining Africa (WiM Africa), in collaboration with its implementing partner, Richflood Foundation, has empowered 100 female geoscience students with a ₦2.5 million grant. The organisation also launched the groundbreaking “NextGen Women in Mining” Initiative, designed to inspire and support young women across Africa in pursuing careers in the mining industry. Speaking at…
Sport
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Nigeria sprinter, Success Umukoro, sped to an impressive 7.21 seconds in the 60m event at the Corky Classic at the weekend to set a personal season’s best and moved to the top of African 60m top list, supplanting her compatriot, Tima Godbless
1 hour ago
Novak Djokovic certainly knows how to make a rather dull day of Grand Slam tennis end with a bang. The 10-time champion has launched a boycott of on-court interviews at the Australian Open until he receives an apology from host broadcaster Channel 9
2 hours ago
President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation, Uyi Akpata, says the participation of Nigeria at the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia, will surpass expectations, as a result of the investment of the board in recent years.
1 day ago
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League in dramatic fashion as two late Darwin Nunez goals beat Brentford before Arsenal stumbled at home to Aston Villa. At the other end of the table, Manchester United and Tottenham are looking over their shoulders at the relegation zone after dismal defeats on Sunday.…
Columnists
23 mins ago
Donald John Trump, businessman, media personality, and in recent times, politician, will be installed as the 47th president of the United States of America on Monday, January 20, 2025.
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Good morning, Mr President. I address the creeping politicisation of religion in the South-west of Nigeria. Two related incidents triggered my alarm bells, and I have been wondering ever since if it has a latent function, in other words, an ulterior motive.
25 mins ago
The year 2024 has been flogged to death! With 2025 now underway, it’s clear that this year will be crucial for Nigeria and Nigerians.
34 mins ago
A critical thinking workshop held at De-Merry Hills Schools in Ogun State last year stood out because it highlighted three parties essential for critical thinking programmes in schools.
Sponsored
3 days ago
Note 14 series this January. The Redmi Note series has become a household name in Nigeria, especially among the new generation
7 Jan
Dr.Oluseye Olalekan Oludoye’s path to becoming an environmental scientist is a narrative of resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commit
6 Jan
Kwanzaa is a noisy and cheerful holiday associated with traditional African rituals, drumming, music and dancing. However, its authenticity goes far beyond entertainment events. Read on to find out what “Kwanzaa” really means and why this holiday has become a symbol of unity, culture and spiritual revival. What are the meanings behind the seven candles,…
Guardian Life
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Marcus Mosiah Garvey (17 August 1887 – 10 June 1940) was a Jamaican-born political leader, orator, entrepreneur, and visionary who became one of the most influential figures in the fight for Black empowerment and self-determination in the early 20th century. Born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica, and passing away in London, England, his life and…
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US President Joe Biden has pardoned five people including the late civil rights activist Marcus Garvey, the White House said Sunday, just hours before he cedes the Oval Office to Donald Trump. Garvey, who died in 1940, was a Jamaican-born writer and orator seen by some as a Rastafarian prophet who advocated for the African…
1 day ago
Renowned actress, Eucharia Anunobi, has issued heartfelt advice on the importance of individuals being aware of their genotype before considering romantic relationships. Her advice stems from personal experience, as she opened up about the profound challenges she faced while raising her son, who was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Eucharia recounted that the struggles associated…
2 days ago
Thousands gathered in northern Liberia on Saturday for the funeral of warlord-turned-politician Prince Johnson, a notorious face of the country's brutal civil wars who died without facing trial. Back-to-back conflicts devastated the small west African country from 1989 until 2003, claiming around 250,000 lives and resulting in massacres, mutilation, rape, cannibalism and the widespread use…
There was a time when headwraps (or scarves, as we casually call them) were just backup singers—strictly for wrapping up your rollers at night or rescuing a bad hair day. But now? They’re centre stage. The modern Black woman—especially the Nigerian woman—knows that a well-styled scarf isn’t just about function; it’s a full fashion statement.…
The Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has made history by graduating 18 all-female first-class graduates for the 2023/2024 academic session. The achievement was announced and celebrated during the 55th Convocation ceremony, on Tuesday, 14 January 2025, by the Vice Chancellor of UNILAG, Folasade Ogunsola. The graduating…
Wunmi Bello is the kind of woman who walks into a room and immediately commands attention. A British-Nigerian media personality and talk show host known for her bold fashion and fearless interviews. She plays with textures, colours, and silhouettes in a way that feels fresh, exciting, and undeniably hers. If you’ve ever wanted to channel Wunmi’s…
It was a wonderful year for movies in 2024, and we are ready for an epic year in 2025! With a lineup that includes action thrillers, family-friendly adventures, and the return of our favourite franchises, there’s something for everyone. Here are some of the most anticipated movies of 2025 “One of Them Days” Whoever thought…
Technology
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TikTok restored service in the United States Sunday after briefly going dark, as a law banning the wildly popular app on national security grounds came into effect. TikTok credited President-elect Donald Trump, who retakes power on Monday, for making the reversal possible -- though the outgoing administration of President Joe Biden had earlier said that…
15 Jan
AO Partners, recognised as Africa’s fastest-growing cybersecurity startup, has attained a noteworthy milestone by securing the ISO 27001 certification. This globally acknowledged standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) emphasises the company’s commitment to providing secure, scalable, and exemplary cybersecurity solutions. The last decade has seen a skyrocketing increase in data breaches and cyber threats…
10 Jan
From a mere shelter, the modern home has grown to an interconnection point in technological advancement and ease. The next level in home automation involves more than just smart bulbs and speakers, this further integrates more advanced systems of efficiency, security, and sustainability. And continuously, as technology grows, so does the amount of more tools…
9 Jan
Microsoft Vice Chair and President, Brad Smith, has revealed the company was on track to spend approximately $80 billion to build AI-enabled data centres in its current financial year (to end in June), with more than half of that investment earmarked for the US.
9 Jan
China’s smartphone market likely posted its first increase in three years in 2024, with shipments in the first 11 months rising 4.9 per cent to 262 million units, data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) showed.
9 Jan
AI in Nigeria has announced that InnovateAI Lagos 2025, the second edition of its flagship yearly artificial intelligence (AI) conference, themed: ‘Scaling AI Adoption in Nigeria: Catalysing Cross-Sectoral Innovation and Fostering Inclusive Growth’ will hold on February 21.