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EPL: Panel Confirms VAR Error in Liverpool-Arsenal Clash
The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel has ruled that Liverpool should have received a penalty after Jurrien Timber pulled Alexander Isak’s shirt.
Nov 11, 2026
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The Change Nigeria Initiative: One Million Youths, One Million Opportunities
Nov 11, 2026
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Certified Citizen Reporters: The Missing Ingredient in Good Governance
Nov 11, 2026
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Omokri Accuses Obi of Politicising Flamingos’ World Cup Victory
Nov 11, 2026
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Passenger Arrested Over Bomb Threat on US-Bound Flight
Nov 11, 2026
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I Had Emergency Heart Treatment Before World Cup Opener — McTominay
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay says he underwent emergency treatment for an irregular heartbeat two days before his country’s World Cup opener against Haiti in June.
Nov 11, 2026
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EPL: Man United Set to Part Ways with Carrick — Report
Manchester United are expected to dismiss Michael Carrick after a poor start leaves the club in the relegation zone as executives weigh replacement options.
Nov 11, 2026
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Otti Approves New Salary Structure for Abia Assembly Workers
Abia Governor Alex Otti has approved a 25 per cent CONLESS salary adjustment for eligible legislative workers, effective January 2027.
Nov 11, 2026
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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Exceeds 11,000 Cases, Death Toll Rises to 5,387
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 11,042 confirmed Ebola cases and 5,387 deaths, making the outbreak the country’s deadliest.
Nov 11, 2026
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Ebola: 28 Contacts Still Under Surveillance, 34 Cleared — NCDC
The NCDC says 28 people linked to Nigeria’s imported Ebola case remain under monitoring, while 34 have completed their 21-day follow-up.
Nov 11, 2026
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Court Remands FIJ Journalist Daniel Ojukwu Over Reports on Presidential Aide
A Federal High Court has remanded investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu in Kuje prison over 12 charges linked to reports about a former presidential aide.
Nov 11, 2026
Politics
NDC Guber Candidate Alleges Plot to Disrupt Obi’s Benue Visit
NDC governorship candidate Terhemba Shija has accused the Benue government of plotting to disrupt Peter Obi’s visit, an allegation the state government denies.
Nov 11, 2026
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Pro-Tinubu Group Warns Imo West Dispute Could Cost APC South-East Support
A pro-Tinubu support group has warned that the dispute over the APC’s Imo West senatorial ticket could weaken the party’s support in the South-East and undermine its 2027 re-election campaign.
Nov 1, 2026
Lifestyle
Trump Accuses LeBron James of Disrespecting US National Anthem
US President Donald Trump has criticised NBA star LeBron James for moving during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game, demanding an apology for what he described as disrespect towards the country and fallen American servicemen.
Oct 23, 2026
Lifestyle
Lagos APC Unveils Team to Mobilise Non-Indigene Voters for 2027
The Lagos APC has inaugurated a sub-committee to engage non-indigenous residents and ethnic nationality groups as part of its mobilisation strategy for the 2027 elections.
Oct 6, 2026
Lifestyle
OPay Seeks DSS, Police Probe Over Shutdown Rumour
OPay has asked the Department of State Services and Nigeria Police Force to investigate a false social media claim that the fintech company was shutting down its Nigerian operations.
Sep 2, 2026
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Otti Approves New Salary Structure for Abia Assembly Workers
Abia Governor Alex Otti has approved a 25 per cent CONLESS salary adjustment for eligible legislative workers, effective January 2027.
Nov 11, 2026
News
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Exceeds 11,000 Cases, Death Toll Rises to 5,387
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 11,042 confirmed Ebola cases and 5,387 deaths, making the outbreak the country’s deadliest.
Nov 11, 2026
News
Ebola: 28 Contacts Still Under Surveillance, 34 Cleared — NCDC
The NCDC says 28 people linked to Nigeria’s imported Ebola case remain under monitoring, while 34 have completed their 21-day follow-up.
Nov 11, 2026
News
Court Remands FIJ Journalist Daniel Ojukwu Over Reports on Presidential Aide
A Federal High Court has remanded investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu in Kuje prison over 12 charges linked to reports about a former presidential aide.
Nov 11, 2026
Politics
NDC Guber Candidate Alleges Plot to Disrupt Obi’s Benue Visit
NDC governorship candidate Terhemba Shija has accused the Benue government of plotting to disrupt Peter Obi’s visit, an allegation the state government denies.
Nov 11, 2026
Politics
ADC Members Protest Delayed Release of Judgment Sacking Mark-Led NWC
ADC members are protesting the delay in releasing the certified judgment that nullified David Mark’s leadership, demanding access to pursue their legal challenge.
Nov 11, 2026
Politics
2027: I’m Open to Stepping Down for Consensus Opposition Candidate — Duke
Former Cross River Governor Donald Duke says he is willing to withdraw his 2027 presidential ambition if opposition parties agree on a consensus candidate.
Nov 10, 2026
Politics
Obi Will Run to Cameroon if Confronted With Burdens of Presidency — Wike
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has questioned Peter Obi’s leadership capacity, alleging the former Anambra governor would flee rather than confront Nigeria’s challenges.
Nov 10, 2026
Sports
EPL: Panel Confirms VAR Error in Liverpool-Arsenal Clash
The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel has ruled that Liverpool should have received a penalty after Jurrien Timber pulled Alexander Isak’s shirt.
Nov 11, 2026
Sports
I Had Emergency Heart Treatment Before World Cup Opener — McTominay
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay says he underwent emergency treatment for an irregular heartbeat two days before his country’s World Cup opener against Haiti in June.
Nov 11, 2026
Sports
EPL: Man United Set to Part Ways with Carrick — Report
Manchester United are expected to dismiss Michael Carrick after a poor start leaves the club in the relegation zone as executives weigh replacement options.
Nov 11, 2026
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Alberto Costa Regrets Missing Chance to Play Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal defender Alberto Costa has expressed disappointment at never having the opportunity to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo after receiving his first senior national team call-up, days after the veteran forward announced his international retirement.
Nov 11, 2026
Tech & Education
NiTERAC Sets Dec. 15 for 2026 Tertiary Rankings
Nigeria's national ranking of universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education is set to be published on December 15, 2026, subject to approval by the Minister of Education. Coordinated by the Nigerian Tertiary Education Ranking Advisory Committee, the exercise will assess institutions using 22 indicators, with 4,203 academics already trained in high-impact publishing to help close the research gap flagged in global rankings.
Nov 2, 2026
Tech & Education
Covenant University Releases 2026/2027 School Fees for All Courses
Covenant University, Ota, has published its newly approved school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, with Medicine and Surgery costing ₦4,639,405 for National students and $10,850 for international applicants, while Law stands at ₦2,872,474 and Engineering programmes at ₦2,159,280. The comprehensive fee schedule covers all colleges, including CLDS, CMSS, CST, CHS, CoE and LAW, with foreign students paying between $2,500 and $5,500 depending on the programme.
Nov 2, 2026
Tech & Education
African Universities Urged to Rethink Teaching in AI Era
At UNILAG's International Week, leaders from the University of Ghana, UNILAG and UNDP argued that AI makes memorisation-based teaching obsolete and urged universities to reform curricula, assessment and incentives to reward critical thinking and innovation.
Oct 14, 2026
Tech & Education
Otti’s Wife Supports 1,000 Abia Pupils With School Materials
The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has distributed back-to-school materials to 1,000 indigent pupils from 50 public schools across the state's 17 local government areas, declaring that a child's background should never be a barrier to greatness. The intervention, organised by the Safe Tent Care Initiative in collaboration with the Abia State Universal Basic Education Board, is designed to support families struggling to provide essential educational materials for their chil
Oct 14, 2026
Agriculture
Poor Harvest May Worsen Nigeria's Food Crisis, AFAN Warns
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria has warned that poor harvests caused by devastating floods, insecurity and farmer displacement could plunge the country into a severe food crisis, with millions facing famine-like conditions in early 2027. AFAN President Kabir Ibrahim says the situation could mirror the 2024 hardship protests unless urgent interventions are made to support farmers and stabilise food production.
Nov 2, 2026
Agriculture
Abakaliki Rice Mill: Ebonyi’s N171bn Neglected Goldmine
Nigeria's largest rice mill, operating since 1967, processes 132,000 tonnes of rice annually—worth over N171 billion—yet operates without power, safe working conditions, or good roads. As the state's entire IGR sits at just N17.18 billion, analysts ask how a facility generating ten times that amount has been allowed to decay into a "prostrate goldmine."
Oct 12, 2026
Agriculture
Seaweed Could Transform Nigeria’s Agricultural Energy Sector
SMEFUNDS CEO Dr. Femi Oye advocates for seaweed as a renewable energy source to power Nigeria’s food production, offering a circular solution for farmers and small businesses.
Oct 12, 2026
Agriculture
Babalola’s Farmer Support Hits N98m
Legal icon Aare Afe Babalola has disbursed N11.2 million to 81 outstanding farmers across Ekiti State's 16 local government areas, bringing total awards under his annual agricultural scheme since 2015 to N98 million.
Oct 4, 2026
Health
Ebola: NCDC Identifies 62 Contacts, Extends Monitoring to November 13
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has identified 62 individuals who had contact with confirmed Ebola cases and is monitoring them until November 13, 2026. With two healthcare workers among the confirmed cases and the Democratic Republic of Congo's outbreak continuing to spread, Nigeria remains on high alert, intensifying surveillance at points of entry and urging citizens to report symptoms and travel history promptly.
Nov 2, 2026
Health
Beyond Charity: The Push for Sustainable Cleft Care in Nigeria
Nigeria faces a backlog of over 200,000 untreated cleft cases, with only about 750 specialists available to perform the 7,000 surgeries needed annually. As Smile Train and the Federal Ministry of Health launch a five-year, $10 million initiative to integrate cleft care into the national health system, experts warn that charity missions alone cannot solve a crisis rooted in limited surgical capacity, prohibitive costs, and a severe shortage of trained professionals.
Nov 2, 2026
Health
Blood Crisis: Nigeria's Supply Falls Short as NBSA Warns of Rising Risks
The National Blood Service Agency has warned that Nigeria's blood supply remains critically below national requirements, with only about 500,000 units collected annually against an estimated need of two million units. Executive Secretary Dr. Saleh Yuguda says voluntary donation stands at just 15 per cent, warning that commercial and family replacement donations are fuelling unsafe practices and putting patients at risk.
Nov 2, 2026
Health
Adamawa Targets 130,000 Children in Polio Vaccination Drive
Adamawa State will run a special polio vaccination exercise from November 5 to 12 in Gombi and Fufore local government areas, targeting 130,000 children under five as part of the November National Plus Days campaign.
Nov 2, 2026
Security
Police Begin Rescue Operation For Abducted Oyo Headmaster
The Oyo State Police Command has launched a rescue operation for an abducted headmaster following the recent wave of school attacks in the state. Security operatives say efforts are ongoing to track down the suspects and secure the victim’s release.
Jul 13, 2026
Security
Again, Four ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Nigerian Army in Borno
Four family members linked to ISWAP have surrendered to troops in Borno State as the military continues its counter-insurgency pressure in the North-East. The latest development adds to a growing pattern of defections and surrenders from terrorist enclaves in the region.
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Air Force Bombs ISWAP Enclave in Borno, Inflicts Heavy Casualties
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out precision airstrikes on an ISWAP enclave in Borno State, killing multiple terrorists and destroying key infrastructure including weapons caches and vehicles
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Army Captures Suspected ISWAP Logistics Supplier in Borno State
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a high-value suspected logistics supplier to ISWAP in Borno State, dealing another blow to the terrorist group’s supply network.
Jul 11, 2026
Youth Empowerment
NGO Empowers 120 FCT Youths With Tech Skills
Givchris Global Services Limited has begun a six-month, free skills programme in Kwali, Abuja, training 120 young people aged 12 to 30 in computer hardware and mobile phone repairs to boost self-employment.
Nov 2, 2026
Youth Empowerment
1,000 Tech Scholars to Benefit From Ekeh Foundation, NCS Partnership
The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Nigeria Computer Society to provide mentorship, technical training, and practical industry experience to 1,000 beneficiaries of its technology scholarship programme. The initiative will select students from all 36 states and the FCT, covering their education from first year through graduation while pairing each scholar with a dedicated industry mentor.
Oct 14, 2026
Youth Empowerment
Ibadan NGO Empowers 100 Girls, Urges Oyo to Fight Child Marriage
The Oluwakemi Olusola Girl Child Foundation, with two partner foundations, gave 100 girls in an underserved Ibadan community medical checks, school bags, food, hygiene kits and counselling, while calling on the Oyo government to intensify its fight against child marriage.
Oct 14, 2026
Youth Empowerment
NNPC, Eni Award Postgraduate Scholarships to 30 Nigerian Graduates
The NNPC/Eni Joint Venture has awarded postgraduate scholarships to 30 Nigerian graduates for the 2026/2027 academic session, selecting the beneficiaries from over 3,000 applicants. Ten scholars will study at top universities abroad, including Imperial College London and the University of Aberdeen, while the remaining 20 will pursue degrees in Nigerian institutions across engineering, geosciences, renewable energy, and energy transition disciplines.
Oct 13, 2026
Pacesetters
Meet Abena Serwaah: the 23-year-old leading Ghana's agri-tech revolution
At just 23, Abena Serwaah has built a thriving hydroponic container farm business supplying premium vegetables to Accra's top hotels and restaurants.
Feb 20, 2025
Pacesetters
Kofi Acheampong: the teacher who built a library in a fishing village
A retired schoolteacher's dream to bring books to children in a remote Brong-Ahafo fishing village has grown into a community library serving 400 students.
Jan 10, 2025
Programs
Oxfam, Partners Empower North-East Communities to Take Charge of Post-Insurgency Development in Adamawa, Borno
Oxfam Nigeria and its implementing partners have trained community stakeholders and local government officials in Adamawa and Borno states to take ownership of their development priorities, as part of a broader push to reposition the North East in the post-insurgency era.
Aug 2, 2026
Programs
NABCO begins Phase 3 recruitment with focus on ICT and healthcare graduates
The Nation Builders Corps has opened applications for Phase 3 targeting 50,000 graduates in ICT, healthcare, education and agriculture.
Mar 5, 2025
Programs
Free SHS programme records 1.2 million enrolments in 2024/25 academic year
The Ghana Education Service reports 1.2 million students enrolled in the Free Senior High School programme in the current academic year.
Feb 1, 2025