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CWG: Nyong Wins Silver as Nigeria’s Medal Tally Climbs to Seven in Glasgow
Ruth Nyong won weightlifting silver as Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games medal tally rose to seven in Glasgow.
Jul 27, 2026
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PFIPC Boss Hijacked Letter That Could Have Exposed Fake Agency — Accountant-General
Jul 27, 2026
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FG Urges Stakeholders to Use EITI Validation to Deepen Transparency in Oil, Mining Sectors
Jul 27, 2026
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Police Rescue 10 Passengers After Bandits Attack Commercial Bus on Kano Highway
Jul 27, 2026
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175 World Cup Visitors Seek Asylum in Canada, Nigerians Account for 10 Claims
Jul 27, 2026
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Ondo Assembly Suspends Plenary, Demands Speaker’s Resignation Over Alleged ₦44m Diversion
Ondo lawmakers suspended plenary, insisting Speaker Olamide Oladiji resign or face impeachment over alleged ₦44 million diversion
Jul 27, 2026
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Students Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Hostel Collapses in Anambra
Rescuers search for students trapped after a three-storey hostel collapsed in Anambra, leaving several injured victims rescued.
Jul 27, 2026
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PFIPC Boss Hijacked Letter That Could Have Exposed Fake Agency — Accountant-General
Accountant-General alleged PFIPC promoter intercepted crucial State House letter that could have exposed the fake agency earlier.
Jul 27, 2026
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Preaching, Hawking Ban in Commercial Vehicles Has Existed Since 2007 — Senate
Senate said preaching and hawking ban in commercial vehicles has existed since 2007, not newly introduced.
Jul 27, 2026
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FG Urges Stakeholders to Use EITI Validation to Deepen Transparency in Oil, Mining Sectors
FG urged extractive industry stakeholders to leverage EITI validation to strengthen transparency, accountability and governance reforms nationwide.
Jul 27, 2026
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Police Rescue 10 Passengers After Bandits Attack Commercial Bus on Kano Highway
Police rescued 10 passengers after suspected bandits attacked a commercial bus along the Jos-Kano highway in Kano.
Jul 27, 2026
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175 World Cup Visitors Seek Asylum in Canada, Nigerians Account for 10 Claims
Canada records 175 World Cup asylum claims after tournament, with Nigerians accounting for 10 applications nationwide.
Jul 27, 2026
Lifestyle
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempts in Sokoto, Rescue 22 Victims
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have foiled kidnapping attempts in Sokoto State, rescuing 22 victims during separate operations in Sabon Birni and Isa local government areas.
Jun 20, 2026
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Students Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Hostel Collapses in Anambra
Rescuers search for students trapped after a three-storey hostel collapsed in Anambra, leaving several injured victims rescued.
Jul 27, 2026
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Obi: I Won’t Promise Nigerians 24-Hour Electricity in Four Years
Obi ruled out promising nationwide 24-hour electricity in four years, calling such commitments unrealistic and impossible.
Jul 27, 2026
News
PFIPC Boss Hijacked Letter That Could Have Exposed Fake Agency — Accountant-General
Accountant-General alleged PFIPC promoter intercepted crucial State House letter that could have exposed the fake agency earlier.
Jul 27, 2026
News
Preaching, Hawking Ban in Commercial Vehicles Has Existed Since 2007 — Senate
Senate said preaching and hawking ban in commercial vehicles has existed since 2007, not newly introduced.
Jul 27, 2026
Politics
Ondo Assembly Suspends Plenary, Demands Speaker’s Resignation Over Alleged ₦44m Diversion
Ondo lawmakers suspended plenary, insisting Speaker Olamide Oladiji resign or face impeachment over alleged ₦44 million diversion
Jul 27, 2026
Politics
APC Names Omisore, Fubara to 276-Member Osun Governorship Campaign Council
APC has appointed Omisore and Fubara into its 276-member council for the Osun governorship election.
Jul 27, 2026
Politics
Opposition Divided Over Single Candidate to Challenge Tinubu in 2027
Opposition parties are divided over presenting a single presidential candidate against President Tinubu in the 2027 election.
Jul 27, 2026
Politics
Atiku: Tinubu Finally Adopts My 21-Year-Old Power Sector Blueprint
Atiku says Tinubu’s latest electricity reform validates the decentralised power model he proposed over two decades ago.
Jul 26, 2026
Sports
CWG: Nyong Wins Silver as Nigeria’s Medal Tally Climbs to Seven in Glasgow
Ruth Nyong won weightlifting silver as Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games medal tally rose to seven in Glasgow.
Jul 27, 2026
Sports
Joshua Battles Back from Two Knockdowns, Stops Prenga to Set Up Fury Clash
Joshua stops Prenga after dramatic comeback, reigniting anticipation for blockbuster heavyweight showdown against Tyson Fury later this year.
Jul 27, 2026
Sports
Bayern Munich Dismiss Real Madrid Links, Insist Olise Is Not for Sale
Bayern Munich have dismissed speculation linking Michael Olise with Real Madrid, insisting the winger will stay.
Jul 26, 2026
Sports
Messi Criticised Over Argentina Players’ Conduct After World Cup Final Loss
Tony Cascarino criticised Lionel Messi for not calming Argentina teammates after their World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Jul 26, 2026
Tech & Education
St. John Vianney Science College Wins Best Private School of the Year at Anambra Man of the Year Awards
St. John Vianney Science College, Ukwulu, has been named Best Private School of the Year at the fifth edition of the Anambra Man of the Year (AMTY) Awards, capping a run of academic and debate championship wins both locally and internationally.
Jul 27, 2026
Tech & Education
Move Fast on AI or Miss Out, IMF Tells Africa
The IMF says Africa could gain far more from artificial intelligence if governments invest quickly in power, internet access, digital skills and trusted regulation, warning that slow action could leave the region behind
Jul 27, 2026
Tech & Education
Ebonyi Approves Smart Education Project for 43 Schools, Deploys AI Classrooms, Huawei Smart Boards
The Ebonyi State Executive Council has approved a Smart Education project for 43 secondary schools, rolling out nearly 1,000 Huawei interactive smart boards, dedicated AI classrooms, and virtual science laboratories as part of a broader push toward technology-driven education.
Jul 27, 2026
Tech & Education
Babcock Graduates 3,521, Produces 306 First Class Honours
Babcock University has graduated 3,521 students across its schools, with 306 earning First Class honours in what the institution says reflects a continuing commitment to academic excellence and leadership formation
Jul 27, 2026
Agriculture
Nigeria Says It Has 42 Million Smallholder Farmers
The federal government says Nigeria has over 42 million agricultural households, mostly smallholder family farms, underscoring their central role in the country’s food system and the need for stronger support.
Jul 25, 2026
Agriculture
Firm Seeks Greater Investment in Africa’s Agricultural Value Chains
Davidorlah Nigeria Limited is urging stronger investment in Africa’s agricultural value chains, arguing that strategic financing, infrastructure and value-added processing are essential for food security, jobs and long-term agribusiness growth.
Jul 25, 2026
Agriculture
Nigeria Unveils 10-Year Agrifood Roadmap Targeting Food Sovereignty, Poverty Reduction and $100bn Investment
Nigeria has unveiled a 10-year agrifood roadmap that aims to strengthen food sovereignty, reduce poverty, attract $100 billion in investment and align national agriculture policy with the African Union’s Kampala Declaration for 2026–2035
Jul 24, 2026
Agriculture
Foundation Trains 28 Seed Producers, Distributes Agro-Inputs to Boost Farming
A foundation working with the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation has trained 28 community seed producers and distributed more than 1,000 agro-inputs to smallholder farmers in Northern Bauchi, in a push to strengthen local seed systems and climate-resilient farming.
Jul 24, 2026
Health
36,479 Women Receive Tetanus Vaccines in Katsina Campaign
Katsina State says 36,479 women have received tetanus vaccines in Mashi Local Government Area under the ongoing Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination campaign, reaching 56% of its target by the third day
Jul 27, 2026
Health
First Lady Tinubu Bags Diaspora Health Award, Calls for Sustained Support for Nigeria's Healthcare System
Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has been honoured with the Diaspora Health and Humanity Champion Award, using the occasion to call on Nigerian healthcare professionals abroad to keep investing their expertise in the country's health sector.
Jul 27, 2026
Health
300 Benefit from RCCG Medical Outreach in Lagos
About 300 residents of Oshodi, Lagos, received free consultations, screenings and medicines at a medical outreach organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God’s Calvary Zonal Headquarters, with the annual programme reaching 10,000 people over 12 years.
Jul 27, 2026
Health
FG Expands Nursing Admissions to 50,000 Amid Health Worker Shortage
The Federal Government says it has increased annual nursing admissions to 50,000 from about 20,000 to help ease Nigeria’s health worker shortage and strengthen the healthcare system.
Jul 27, 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
Abia Rep Unveils N3bn Empowerment Programme for Constituents
The member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Hon. Amobi Ogah, has launched a N3 billion empowerment programme aimed at supporting small businesses, reducing unemployment and improving livelihoods across the constituency.
Jul 27, 2026
Youth Empowerment
NAOWA and Ocean Wave Group Empower 100 Barracks Women and Youths in Edo
NAOWA’s 4 Brigade Chapter has partnered with the Ocean Wave Group to launch a two-month skills acquisition programme for 100 women and youths in Ekehuan Military Cantonment, Benin City, with training in vocational and digital trades aimed at self-reliance, entrepreneurship and income generation.
Jul 24, 2026
Youth Empowerment
Lagos Bets on Youth Innovation as Aregbe Launches Renewed Hope Skills Hub
Lagos State has unveiled the Renewed Hope Creative and Innovative Hub to equip young people with digital, entrepreneurial and leadership skills, positioning youth innovation as a driver of jobs, enterprise and long-term economic growth.
Jul 22, 2026
Youth Empowerment
NPTF Launches Skills Acquisition Drive to Empower Police Families and Tackle Unemployment
The Nigeria Police Trust Fund, in partnership with POWA and the Nigeria Police Force, has launched a skills acquisition and empowerment programme for spouses of junior police officers, aiming to strengthen family welfare, create small businesses and reduce unemployment among police households.
Jul 22, 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
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