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ICPC Refutes Allegations of Denying El-Rufai Access to Food, Medication, Family
ICPC Refutes Allegations of Denying El-Rufai Access to Food, Medication, Family
May 18, 2026
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NDLEA Warns of Rising Drug Threat, Unveils New Control Plan
NDLEA Warns of Rising Drug Threat, Unveils New Control Plan
May 18, 2026
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FRSC Cracks Down on Fake Diplomatic Number Plates
FRSC Cracks Down on Fake Diplomatic Number Plates
May 18, 2026
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NRS Makes Tax ID Mandatory for All Taxpayers
NRS Makes Tax ID Mandatory for All Taxpayers
May 18, 2026
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Court Orders Forfeiture of Jet Linked to NNPCL Power Project Fraud
Court Orders Forfeiture of Jet Linked to NNPCL Power Project Fraud
May 18, 2026
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Bandits Behead Abducted Oyo Teacher
Bandits Behead Abducted Oyo Teacher
May 18, 2026
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APC Makes U-Turn, Clears Ben Murray-Bruce, Four Others for Senatorial Primary
APC Makes U-Turn, Clears Ben Murray-Bruce, Four Others for Senatorial Primary
May 18, 2026
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Jury Begins Deliberations in Diezani Alison-Madueke Trial
Jury Begins Deliberations in Diezani Alison-Madueke Trial
May 18, 2026
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LinkedIn Faces Privacy Complaint Over User Data Practices
LinkedIn is facing a privacy complaint over its data practices, with advocacy groups alleging mishandling of user information and potential breaches of data protection laws. The complaint focuses on how the Microsoft-owned platform tracks and uses professional and behavioral data for targeted advertising. Critics are calling for greater transparency and stronger user control as regulatory scrutiny of big tech continues to intensify globally.
May 18, 2026
Entertainment
Ice Prince Reveals Future Plans Outside Music: School and Celibacy at 40
Ice Prince has revealed plans to step away from music in the long term, saying he intends to pursue higher education and later transition into farming. The “Oleku” hitmaker noted he sees his next phase at around age 40, focusing more on family and agriculture as he gradually moves beyond his career in the music industry.
May 18, 2026
Entertainment
Talent Executive Lakunle Compares Star Management to Marriage Whilst Highlighting Social Media Obstacles
Olakunle Adediwura Oni says managing celebrities is like marriage, noting that disagreements are normal but must be resolved quickly for business to continue. With over a decade managing talents like Femi Adebayo, Ruth Kadiri, and Ronke Odusanya, he highlighted social media pressure on Nollywood careers and paid tribute to Alexx Ekubo.
May 15, 2026
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ICPC Refutes Allegations of Denying El-Rufai Access to Food, Medication, Family
ICPC Refutes Allegations of Denying El-Rufai Access to Food, Medication, Family
May 18, 2026
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NDLEA Warns of Rising Drug Threat, Unveils New Control Plan
NDLEA Warns of Rising Drug Threat, Unveils New Control Plan
May 18, 2026
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Tinubu Says Oyo Teacher’s Murder Barbaric, Orders Victims’ Rescue
Tinubu Says Oyo Teacher’s Murder Barbaric, Orders Victims’ Rescue
May 18, 2026
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FRSC Cracks Down on Fake Diplomatic Number Plates
FRSC Cracks Down on Fake Diplomatic Number Plates
May 18, 2026
Politics
2027 Race Heats Up as NDC Extends Deadline for Aspirants Nationwide
2027 Race Heats Up as NDC Extends Deadline for Aspirants Nationwide
May 18, 2026
Politics
Former Abia Speaker Pulls Out of Senate Race Ahead of APC Primaries
Former Abia Speaker Pulls Out of Senate Race Ahead of APC Primaries
May 18, 2026
Politics
APC Primaries Shake-Up as Two Senatorial Aspirants Withdraw From Kebbi Race
APC Primaries Shake-Up as Two Senatorial Aspirants Withdraw From Kebbi Race
May 18, 2026
Politics
Cubana Chief Priest Breaks Silence After Losing APC Reps Ticket in Imo
Cubana Chief Priest Breaks Silence After Losing APC Reps Ticket in Imo
May 17, 2026
Sports
Ireland Secures Multi-Eligibility Talent with Senior Debuts in Dominant Five-Goal Win Over Grenada
The Football Association of Ireland handed senior debuts to James Abankwah and Millenic Alli in a 5-0 win over Grenada, strengthening their international ties. The match, led by coach Heimir Hallgrímsson, featured a dominant second-half display as Ireland secured a convincing friendly victory in Spain.
May 18, 2026
Sports
Galatasaray Captain Abdülkerim Bardakcı Lauds Victor Osimhen’s Elite Defensive Work Rate and Pressing Impact
Victor Osimhen has been praised by Abdülkerim Bardakcı for his defensive work rate and pressing, with the defender calling him world-class even without the ball. Osimhen played a key role in Galatasaray’s Süper Lig title win, with his intensity helping the team defend from the front and control matches.
May 18, 2026
Sports
Legendary Goalkeeper Emmanuel Okala Laments Super Eagles' Missing Back-to-Back World Cups as He Turns 75
Emmanuel Okala has expressed disappointment over the Super Eagles missing two consecutive FIFA World Cups, calling it “not good for the nation” during his 75th birthday reflections. The legendary “Man Mountain” also noted he had not received official recognition from the Nigeria Football Federation despite his historic contributions to Nigerian football.
May 18, 2026
Sports
"Zero Impact" — Marco Silva Slams Substitutes, Including Chukwueze, After Disappointing Wolves Draw
Marco Silva criticized the impact of his substitutes after Fulham FC’s 1-1 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers, singling out second-half changes including Samuel Chukwueze. The Fulham boss said the team lost intensity late on, with the bench failing to provide the energy needed to secure victory in a crucial Premier League clash.
May 18, 2026
Tech & Education
WARDC Partners to Launch Research on Structural Barriers Facing Female Academics
Women’s Advocates Research and Documentation Centre has launched a research initiative with development partners to address barriers facing female academics in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The project focuses on issues like gender discrimination, unequal research funding, harassment, and weak institutional support systems. It aims to generate data-driven reforms to improve gender equity and increase women’s representation in senior academic and leadership roles.
May 18, 2026
Tech & Education
MTN Nigeria Boosts Infrastructure Spending by 93% to ₦390bn Amid Surging Q1 Profits
MTN Nigeria significantly increased infrastructure spending in Q1 2026, raising capital expenditure by 93% to ₦390.3 billion to expand network capacity and support rising demand for data and fintech services. The investment coincided with strong performance, as profit after tax surged 165.9% to ₦355.5 billion, while revenue climbed 41.6% to ₦1.4 trillion, driven by growth in digital and financial services.
May 18, 2026
Tech & Education
Nigerian Schoolgirls Earn Global AI Recognition for Innovative STEM Project
Students from Ado Girls Secondary School have won a global Artificial Intelligence award, earning international recognition for their tech-driven innovation. The achievement highlights the impact of STEM and digital literacy programs for girls in Nigeria, with stakeholders calling it a model for expanding tech education and closing the digital gender gap nationwide.
May 18, 2026
Tech & Education
Kogi Polytechnic Withdraws 229 Students in Major Crackdown on Poor Academic Performance
Kogi Polytechnic Withdraws 229 Students in Major Crackdown on Poor Academic Performance
May 15, 2026
Agriculture
Benue Activates Benfruit Plant via BIPC to Tackle ₦3.5trn Post-Harvest Losses
Benue State has launched Benfruit Juice to reduce Nigeria’s ₦3.5 trillion post-harvest losses by processing surplus fruits into juice and concentrates. The initiative targets the state’s major produce, including oranges and mangoes, aiming to reduce waste, stabilize farm prices, create jobs, and cut reliance on imported fruit juice concentrates.
May 18, 2026
Agriculture
Lagos Targets Bigger Slice of ₦16.14trn Food Market with New Infrastructure
Lagos State is ramping up efforts to secure a larger share of Nigeria’s ₦16.14 trillion food market by investing in modern agricultural infrastructure and logistics systems. Central to the plan is the expansion of the Lagos Central Food Security Logistics Hub and other facilities aimed at improving storage, reducing post-harvest losses, and streamlining food distribution. The initiative is expected to boost food security, create jobs, and attract private investment.
May 18, 2026
Agriculture
Global Food Prices Surge to 3-Year High Over Iran Conflict, FAO Reports
Food and Agriculture Organization data shows global food commodity prices have hit a three-year high, driven by geopolitical tensions and disruptions linked to the Iran conflict. The surge in the FAO Food Price Index is being fueled by rising shipping costs, energy prices, and supply chain instability affecting grains, oils, and dairy. Analysts warn the impact could worsen food inflation, especially in import-dependent developing economies.
May 18, 2026
Agriculture
Nigeria Plans Cooperative Bank and Digital Push to Revolutionize Agricultural Financing
Federal Government of Nigeria is planning to establish the Cooperative Bank of Nigeria as part of a broader digital transformation of the agricultural sector. The initiative aims to improve access to credit for smallholder farmers and rural agribusinesses, while using digital platforms to enhance transparency, reduce intermediaries, and strengthen food security under the Renewed Hope agenda.
May 18, 2026
Health
Cancer Expert Warns Against Random Eating, Drinking
Cancer Expert Warns Against Random Eating, Drinking
May 18, 2026
Health
Ebola Can Be Mistaken for Malaria — Medical Expert
Ebola Can Be Mistaken for Malaria — Medical Expert
May 18, 2026
Health
Bauchi Targets 2.6 Million Children in Polio Vaccination Drive
Bauchi Targets 2.6 Million Children in Polio Vaccination Drive
May 18, 2026
Health
Meningitis Outbreak Kills 34, Infects 254 in Sokoto
Meningitis Outbreak Kills 34, Infects 254 in Sokoto
May 18, 2026
Security
Security Forces Announce Successful Anti-Smuggling Operation
A joint task force seized contraband worth millions in an operation spanning three border posts.
May 7, 2026
Security
Ghana Armed Forces deploy additional troops to Sahel border regions
The Ghana Armed Forces have deployed additional troops to border regions adjacent to the Sahel zone to enhance surveillance.
Mar 18, 2025
Security
Police Service records 30% reduction in armed robbery cases in Accra
The Ghana Police Service says armed robbery incidents in the Greater Accra Region fell by 30 per cent in 2024, attributing the decline to community policing.
Jan 28, 2025
Youth Empowerment
KNUST launches Africa's first quantum computing research centre
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has inaugurated Africa's first dedicated quantum computing research centre.
Mar 8, 2025
Youth Empowerment
Youth Employment Agency places 120,000 graduates in apprenticeships and internships
The Youth Employment Agency says it placed 120,000 Ghanaian graduates in apprenticeships, internships and public works programmes in 2024.
Feb 14, 2025
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