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2 hours ago
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been urged to invoke its powers and file charges against persons, particularly politicians, who violate the Electoral Act.
2 hours ago
Following the devastation by floods along the country’s coastlines, there have been calls by civil society and other stakeholders in the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on flooding in the country.
2 hours ago
Professors and lecturers in Nigerian universities, yesterday, explained how difficult it had been surviving without receiving payment from the government during the strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff
3 hours ago
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to appear before it on January 18, 2023, to explain his refusal to obey a valid order for payment of a $70 million debt.
3 hours ago
Defence Headquarters, yesterday, said troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) killed no fewer than 31 Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists and arrested 70 and their allies.
4 hours ago
The Federal Government, yesterday, declared it was yet to take a decision on outlawing commercial motorcycling (popularly called Okada) in the country.
3 hours ago
Barring any change in plans, Nigeria will have a new national carrier in December, though there are still concerns about its planned operating model and choice of technical partner...
3 hours ago
The lessons of the 2020 #EndSARS protest have not been learnt. This was the verdict, yesterday, from stakeholders and citizens, as youths trooped out across the country to mark two years of that defining moment in the country’s history.
4 hours ago
It was a tragic scene yesterday, as 10 people were burnt beyond recognition in a tanker explosion, which occurred in Obafemi-Owode Local Council of Ogun State...
4 hours ago
The leadership of Alaba International Market, Lagos, yesterday, confirmed that three people were killed, while 28 others were injured in the violent clash that erupted between traders and tax collectors...
4 hours ago
There is no second chance after today’s encounter between Nigeria’s Flamingos and United States (U.S.) national U-17 women football team. At stake is a semifinal ticket, which means

News

26 mins ago
Troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI conducted a fighting patrol to the bandit’s enclave at Doka village Gando Forest in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Thursday, October 20, 2022.
32 mins ago
The Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) Worldwide has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for sacking the Interim Administrator of, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Efiong Akwa. The IYC said it was particularly elated that the President ended the era of interim administrations of NDDC, which had crippled the commission and denied all member states equal…
38 mins ago
Ahead of the inauguration of the presidential campaign council of the All progressive congress (APC), the National Chairman of the party, Sen Abdullahi Adamu has assured that Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo is solidly behind the presidential aspiration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
1 hour ago
Senate Chairman on Cooperation and Integration in Africa/New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani, has said the attempt to defame his reputation
2 hours ago
As part of efforts to meet the demands of the changing world, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), yesterday, launched its digital certificate platform in Lagos
2 hours ago
Governor Yahaya Bello, who disclosed this during the State Executive Council (SEC) meeting in Lokoja, yesterday, assured the people of his administration’s determination to continue to record more
2 hours ago
Governorship candidate of Oyo State chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2023 elections, Sen. Teslim Folarin, has charged the media to be objective while reporting activities surrounding the polls.
2 hours ago
World Health Organisation (WHO), yesterday, said the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) vaccination coverage has stagnated in half of African countries, while the number of doses administered monthly declined
2 hours ago
Secretary General of the group, Idris Adamu Scheed, who spoke at a media briefing in Abuja, yesterday, alleged that the Fulani living in Edo State were being molested, maltreated and intimidated

Sports

4 hours ago
Nigeria's national scrabble team arrived in Lusaka on Tuesday, ahead of the 14th African Scrabble Championship, which begins today and ends on October 24 in the Zambian capital.
4 hours ago
Nigeria's Josh Okogie, Precious Achiuwa, Udoka Azubuike, Chima Moneke and Chimezie Metu are among 120 foreign players registered by various clubs to play in United States’ forthcoming National Basketball Association
5 hours ago
Chelsea has turned their attention to Napoli’s Victor Osimhen as the Stamford Bridge outfit continues its search for a reliable goal scorer.
5 hours ago
Former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea legend, Mikel Obi, has been unveiled as the brand ambassador of International Residency and Citizenship, an Investment advisory firm, RIF Trust. The announcement
5 hours ago
The turnout and performance of players at the just-concluded Ikeja Golf Club Ladies Championship, which produced a new champion in Alaba Adetunji, continues to excite the Vice Lady Captain of the club
5 hours ago
Although flapping his gums and calling Saudis ‘scary motherfuckers’ in February nearly caused Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund to pull the plug on LIV Golf before it teed off per a recent New Yorker article

Latest

26 mins ago
Troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI conducted a fighting patrol to the bandit’s enclave at Doka village Gando Forest in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Thursday, October 20, 2022.
32 mins ago
The Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) Worldwide has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for sacking the Interim Administrator of, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Efiong Akwa. The IYC said it was particularly elated that the President ended the era of interim administrations of NDDC, which had crippled the commission and denied all member states equal…
38 mins ago
Ahead of the inauguration of the presidential campaign council of the All progressive congress (APC), the National Chairman of the party, Sen Abdullahi Adamu has assured that Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo is solidly behind the presidential aspiration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
1 hour ago
Senate Chairman on Cooperation and Integration in Africa/New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani, has said the attempt to defame his reputation

Editorial

5 hours ago
In the last 10 years, Africa has been subjected to a spate of military coups against democratic governments. The roll call covers countries such as Burkina Faso, Guinea Conakry, Mali, and Niger.

Features

3 hours ago
Times are hard. The country’s economy is comatose. There is insecurity nationwide. Nigerians are still recovering from the damages done to their health and economy by COVID-19.

Editor's Pick

2 hours ago
As part of efforts to meet the demands of the changing world, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), yesterday, launched its digital certificate platform in Lagos
3 hours ago
President, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has distanced himself from the revised list of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council
3 hours ago
The lessons of the 2020 #EndSARS protest have not been learnt. This was the verdict, yesterday, from stakeholders and citizens, as youths trooped out across the country to mark two years of that defining moment in the country’s history.
3 hours ago
The House of Representatives has blamed Minister of State for Power, Jedy Agba, for the consistent collapse of the national grid, saying the development had resulted in the closure of several businesses.

Business

4 hours ago
Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has rallied aviation stakeholders behind the imminent implementation of the Wide Area Multilateration (WAM) Surveillance Air Traffic Management System in the Gulf of Guinea.
5 hours ago
Ahead of peak travel season, Emirates has introduced smart technology to enhance a smooth and swift travel experience for customers.
5 hours ago
Following the Federal Government's approval of MTN's N202.8 billion reconstruction of the Onitsha-Enugu Expressway through its Road Infrastructure Tax Credit (RITC), the Chief Corporate Services

Columnists

4 hours ago
By the time you read this, our public universities that our federal government’s intransigence caused to be closed for well over seven months may have been opened or are about to be opened.
5 hours ago
Is the EU on the verge of a tipping point at which it can no longer maintain its proud identity as a “liberal club,” but a regional group in which a tangible mass of illiberal,
5 hours ago
Voting demographics appear to be a consistent decimal in the assessment of Regional Electoral Value. For the South Geopolitical Zone, this has become a problem

Guardian Life

1 day ago
It is well known that eating vegetables is healthy. Despite the fact that different vegetable types contain different specific nutrients, all variations are healthy. It's easier to consume the vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants your body needs to thrive when you consume the required five servings of produce each day from a variety of sources.…
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The theatrical release of the Nigerian film "Elesin Oba" (The King's Horsemen) will take place from October 28 to November 4, 2022. The films, which is based on actual events that happened in Nigeria in 1943, will be shown in a number of cinemas, including EbonyLife, Filmhouse, Genesis, and VIVA, in places including Lagos, Ibadan,…
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The son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti spoke of his father's bravery in using "music as a weapon" ahead of an immersive exhibition opening at the Paris Philharmonic on Thursday.
2 days ago
The spirit of craft is at the core of The Balvenie brand and this luxurious range of whisky, made with uniqueness, has worked tirelessly to find collaborators who share its passion for creativity. In its most recent project, The Balvenie collaborated with two incredibly talented chefs, Chef Imoteda and Chef Stone, who are exemplary makers…

Guardian TV

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Parts of Rivers, Nigeria, along with large swathes of 32 other states, have been inundated by the worst flooding in 12 years. Experts say better planning is needed to deal with climate change.
2 hours ago
Parts of Rivers, Nigeria, along with large swathes of 32 other states, have been inundated by the worst flooding in 12 years. Experts say better planning is needed to deal with climate change.
1 day ago
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announced her resignation less than seven weeks after taking the position after her failed tax-cutting budget spurred market turmoil and led to a lack of confidence within her party. Truss was appointed prime minister on September 6.
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Young and educated workers are leaving Nigeria amid high inflation and a plunging naira, creating a 'brain drain' ahead of next year's presidential election.