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FG Pushes PPPs To Unlock Housing Investment, Affordable Homes
The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for housing investment, as part of efforts to accelerate affordable housing delivery and deepen private sector participation in the sector. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, stated this ahead of the second edition of the Renewed Hope Housing PPP Summit […]
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Car bomb kills 12 – Police
At least 12 people were killed and five others injured after militants detonated a car bomb at a police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday, police officials said.
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Air Peace Delays Direct Gatwick Flight, Plans Abuja Stopover To Fill Seats
An Air Peace flight scheduled to operate a direct service from Lagos to Gatwick, London, was delayed on Friday night after passengers had already boarded the aircraft, with the airline later citing technical issues. Passengers on the London-bound flight, initially scheduled to depart at 11:40 p.m., were eventually disembarked shortly after midnight and informed that […]
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FG Trains Livestock Quality Assessors To Boost Food Safety, Exports
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has trained quality assurance assessors across the Northeast as part of efforts to strengthen food safety standards and improve Nigeria’s livestock export potential. The three-day training, organised in collaboration with Reo-Forte Investment Limited, was held in Yola, Adamawa State, from May 6 to 8, 2026. Participants drawn from Adamawa, […]
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Authenticity, Hard Work Key To Success, Foundation Boss, Others Tell Nigerians
The chairman, Airtel Africa Foundation Dr Segun Ogunsanya, and group executive director of Rain Oil Limited, Godrey Ogbechie, have urged Nigerians to embrace authenticity, resilience and hard work as essential ingredients for success despite life’s imperfections and setbacks. They spoke at the fourth edition of “Imperfectly Awesome Conversations” held at the Muson Centre, Lagos, where […]
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12 Chibok schoolgirls graduate from university
At the event, Vice President Kashim Shettima, represented by the Executive Secretary, National University Commission, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, said graduation of the 12 Chibok schoolgirls has raised hope for women’s education in the country and beyond.
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2027 election: Iginla reveals prophecy on Peter Obi’s political future, watch video and see full details
Prophet Joshua Iginla has issued a strong prophetic message concerning Peter Obi’s political ambition ahead of the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria.
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Honorary Degrees, Fake Doctors And Academic Fraud
Let me tell you a story most Nigerians already know but are too polite to say out loud. A politician attends a university convocation. He gives a speech, shakes some hands, and possibly writes a cheque. A few weeks later, something remarkable happens , a miracle of sorts, if you will. The man wakes up […]
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Firm Seeks Stronger Partnership To Boost Alternative Fuels In Downstream Business
As Nigeria’s downstream oil industry continues to attract new investments indigenous oil companies are looking towards increasing their market operations especially along the clean energy space. Recently shareholders of 11 Plc have encouraged broader partnerships to influence new investments especially in the gas business operations. The firm said it is positioning itself for growth in […]
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NISO Considers Broader Initiatives To Ensure Grid Stability Amid Generation Hiccups
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO), has launched a broader initiative to achieve its core mandate of ensuring electricity reliability, efficiency while also ensuring that the administration of Nigeria’s electricity market is done in the most transparent manner that will ensure trust and drive growth for the power sector across the various value chains. The […]
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Thunderstorm Kills Police Inspector In Borno
A police inspector, Abdulkadir Garba, popularly known as “Buratai,” has lost his life to a thunder strike while on duty in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The Police public relations officer in the state, ASP Nahum Daso, in a tribute on Friday evening, said the officer was struck on Wednesday alongside his senior colleague, ASP […]
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RAAMP Project Delivers 202km Of Rural Roads In Akwa Ibom
The Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) has delivered over 202 kilometres of rural roads across several local government areas in Akwa Ibom State, according to state project officials. The disclosure came during the inauguration of an 11-kilometre Owot Uta–Nung Oku Ekwere–Afaha Udoeyop–Edeobom 1 road, which traverses Ibesikpo Asutan and Nsit Ibom local government […]
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LaLiga: Real Madrid fights amid title-deciding El Clasico, Mourinho’s return
It started as rumours. There were whispers of physical altercations within the Real Madrid dressing room. Then the confirmation came days later. The reputable Marca reported that Antonio Rudiger slapped Alvaro Carreras and both players had to be pulled apart. The incident followed their 1-1 draw with Real Betis two weeks ago. In a statement, […] LaLiga: Real Madrid fights amid title-deciding El Clasico, Mourinho’s return
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Christian Group Canvasses Courageous Leadership To End Terrorism
The Christian Health Awareness Initiative of Nigeria (CHAIN) has said honest and courageous leadership remains critical to ending terrorism and widespread insecurity across the country. The organisation stated this during an engagement with about 150 victims of kidnapping and violent attacks drawn from the 23 local government areas of Kaduna State, where survivors recounted painful […]
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Primary: APC Grills Osifo, Uzodimma, Eno, Hamzat, Tuggar, Others
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday subjected aspirants for presidential, govenorship and National Assembly offices to questions and answers before the various screening committees ahead of the forthcoming primary elections. APC fixed presidential primary election for May 23; governorship and State House of Assembly, May 20; Senate, May 18 and House of Representatives primary […]
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APC Trying To Strangle Opposition, Says Prof Bugaje
The chairman of the national convention planning committee of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prof Usman Bugaje, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress of attempting to suppress opposition parties and shrink the nation’s democratic space. Speaking during the 2026 SDP national convention held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, in Bauchi yesterday, Prof Bugaje […]
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APC Clears Gov Agbu Kefas For Guber Primary
Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has been cleared by the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) screening committee to contest in the party’s governorship primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The screening exercise, held at the Plateau State Governors Lodge, was part of the APC’s nationwide vetting process for aspirants seeking the party’s tickets for […]
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Troops Rescue 32 Kidnap Victims, Kill 2 Bandits In Zamfara
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation Fansan Yamma, in a collaboration with the Katsina State Community Watch Corps, have rescued 32 kidnapped victims and neutralised two terrorists. A statement issued in Gusau by the Information Officer for the Joint Task Force, Lt Col Aliyu Danja said, the operation which took place in […]
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North Central Commission Collaborates With NSCDC To Tackle Insecurity
  The North Central Development Commission (NCDC), has said it is collaborating with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) towards tackling the rising insecurity across the region. Its managing director/chief executive officer,Dr. Cyril Tsenyil Yiltsen, has revealed. A statement by the Commission’s NCDC Media and Corporate Communications Department, said discussion to the effect […]
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Nigerian govt announces partial closure of Ikorodu-Sagamu Road
The Federal Government has announced a partial closure of sections of the Ikorodu–Sagamu Road beginning Monday to allow ongoing rehabilitation works on damaged portions of the highway. The Federal Controller of Works in Ogun State, Olayiwola Komolafe, disclosed that the temporary closure became necessary to enable contractors continue reconstruction work on critical sections of the road. According […] Nigerian govt announces partial closure of Ikorodu-Sagamu Road
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3 Held Over Mob Action That Claimed 2 Lives In Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with a mob action that led to the death of two men in Bunga Hamlet, Dagu Ward, Warji local government area of the state. The suspects are Samaila Turawa of Gwada, Danbaba Haruna of Gwada, and Ubale Mai Kaji of Ningi. The command said […]
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Northern Elders Embarrassed Over ACF’s Leadership Crisis, Secretariat Blockade
The apex northern socio-cultural organisation, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has disclosed that elders of the north were embarrassed over the forum’s yet to resolve leadership crisis that led to the blockade of it national secretariat in Kaduna by the police. Our correspondent reports that the ACF secretariat was still under the firm control of police […]
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Police Nab Kidnappers, Seize Arms In Kwara
Men of the Kwara State Police Command have arrested of two suspected kidnappers in Ilorin, the state capital. LEADERSHIP Sunday gathered that the suspects who were arrested on May 5 were members of a kidnapping syndicate terrorising people of the state. The spokesperson of the command, Adetoun Ejire- Adeyemi, confirmed the arrest in a statement […]
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Kebbi 2027: Malami declares ‘state of emergency on misgovernance,’ picks ADC nomination form
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has secured the African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship nomination form for the 2027 Kebbi governorship election. In a statement shared on Saturday via his official Facebook page, Malami declared what he described as a “state of emergency on misgovernance” in Kebbi State, saying he […] Kebbi 2027: Malami declares ‘state of emergency on misgovernance,’ picks ADC nomination form
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IT Professionals Demand Stronger Protection Against Cyber Threats
The Council of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN) have called for stronger protection against rising cyber threats. The professionals said this is part of efforts to build a resilient and inclusive digital economy capable of driving national growth and competitiveness. President of the council, Dr Essien Eyo, stated this on Friday during […]
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APC Support Groups Oppose Alleged Consensus Candidate For Ekiti Reps Seat
A coalition of support groups within the All Progressives Congress (APC) has opposed the alleged endorsement of Mr. Toyin Okoro Zacheaus as consensus candidate for the Ekiti South Federal Constituency House of Representatives seat ahead of the party’s primary election. The group called on the APC House of Representatives Screening Committee in Ekiti State and […]
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2027: TMG Condemns Pantami’s Alleged Incitement
The Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) has condemned recent comments allegedly made by a former minister of communications and digital economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami, warning that any statement capable of inciting violence or unrest ahead of the 2027 general elections poses a grave threat to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement signed by Comrade Auwal Musa […]
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APC Screens Bago, Alia, Uba, Others For Guber Primaries
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday commenced the screening of serving governors seeking re-election and those aspiring for the Senate ahead of the forthcoming primary elections. While the governorship primary election is scheduled for May 20, that of Senate is slated for May 18, 2026. Those who appeared before the committee led by the […]
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Customs Begins Probe After Officer’s Alleged Extortion Video Goes Viral
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has begun disciplinary proceedings after a viral video allegedly showed an officer extorting a motorist on Lagos-Benin Expressway. Federal Operations Unit spokesman, Chief Superintendent Hussaini Abdullahi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Lagos. Abdullahi said the secretly recorded footage prompted immediate action after widespread outrage across social […]
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Akinola Davies Jr Wins Best Director Award For ‘My Father’s Shadow’
By Vivian Nguhilen Gbede   Filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr has secured the Best Director award for My Father’s Shadow, further drawing international attention to the film and its storytelling approach. The award recognises Davies’ direction on the project, which has been praised within film circles for its narrative depth, visual style, and exploration of family […]
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Catholic Diocese Seeks Electoral Reforms, Offences Commission
The Catholic Diocese of Wukari in Taraba State has called for a comprehensive reform of the nation’s electoral system ahead of the 2027 general elections to tackle election malpractices. The church also seeks full deployment of technology in the electoral process and the establishment of an Electoral Offences Commission to track cases of malpractices. The […]
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Police Arrest 3 Over Mob Action That Claimed 2 Lives In Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects, namely Samaila Turawa of Gwada, Danbaba Haruna of Gwada, and Ubale Mai Kaji of Ningi in connection with a mob action that led to the death of two men in Bunga Hamlet, Dagu Ward, Warji local government area of the state. The Command said it received […]
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NPFL: Kwara United get Olaniyi, Salisu’s boost for Enyimba clash
Kwara United will welcome the duo of Saheed Olaniyi and Mustapha Salisu for their matchday 37 encounter against Enyimba. Both players missed last week’s 2-2 draw with Niger Tornadoes due to injury.  Their return is a boost for the Ilorin-based side, who are fighting to escape relegation. Kwara United will lock horns with Enyimba in […] NPFL: Kwara United get Olaniyi, Salisu’s boost for Enyimba clash
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SDP Pledges Rescue Mission As Gombe Emerges Chairman
The Social Democratic Party has re-elected Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe as its national chairman for another four years. Gombe was returned unopposed during the party’s 2026 national convention held yesterday at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi alongside 11 other members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) ahead of 2027 general elections. Other elected […]
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NDC Aspirants Say Nigeria At Crossroads, Pledge To End Insecurity, Hardship
Aspirants of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) have declared that Nigeria can no longer continue on the path of insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment and institutional collapse, describing the nation as being at critical crossroads. Speaking at a press conference themed; “Rescue Nigeria: Consolidating Hope, Building a New Beginning,” held at the Nigerian Union of Journalists […]
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Turkey: Osimhen reflects on Galatasaray’s difficult win against Antalyalspor 
Victor Osimhen has reacted to Galatasaray’s hard-fought 4-2 home victory against Antalyalspor, DAILY POST reports. The win sealed a fourth consecutive Turkish Super Lig title for the Yellow and Reds, who top the standings with 77 points, with one game remaining in the campaign. It was the 26th time Galatasaray will be lifting the title. […] Turkey: Osimhen reflects on Galatasaray’s difficult win against Antalyalspor 
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