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World Bank Awards Akwa Ibom $6.2 Million For Trans...

Akwa Ibom state government receives performance-based funding after excelling in governance, budget transparency and institutional...

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister announces he will retir...

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Katia has announced that the Portuguese international will retire from international football after the...

The dash in her name is legally on her birth certi...

Isabelle Walker, known as Belle-A, has a legally hyphenated name that stands out from the crowd. Discover the story behind her uni...

Dangote Cement boss reveals forces behind high pri...

Rising energy costs and exchange rates push Dangote Cement prices to ₦9,500–₦13,000. Homeowners face challenges as construction be...

Breaking: Trump orders immediate withdrawal of US ...

US military withdraws personnel from Nigeria after a counterterrorism operation, disrupting ISIS and leading to a record 31-tonne ...

Read how University of Ibadan student got redirect...

A University of Ibadan (UI) student has narrated how her inability to gain admission to Medicine led her to discover the career pa...

Arm vigilantes pending state police, Clarion Chukw...

Nollywood actress Clarion Chukwurah urges President Tinubu to arm vigilantes as an interim security measure while state police are...

FULL LIST: Messi, Ronaldo, other record holders at...

Discover the full list of record holders at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and other historic...

FG, ILO unveil phase II of green transition projec...

The Federal Government and ILO unveil Phase II of the green transition project in Nigeria, aiming to create decent jobs and promot...

Police destroy criminal camp in Abia forest

Abia State Police Command has successfully destroyed a suspected criminal camp in Unuobasi Forest, Umunneochi LGA, warning that th...

Morning recap: US pulls troops from Nigeria, Tinub...

Stay updated with Nigeria news: US troop withdrawal, Atiku’s 2027 presidential vow, Tinubu’s playful nickname for First Lady, and ...

Tonto Dikeh Calls Out Low Effort Courtship Trends ...

Nollywood actress and evangelist Tonto Dikeh has sparked conversation after speaking on how some Christian men approach relationsh...

Iyabo Obasanjo Dumps APC Over Alleged Broken Promi...

Former senator Iyabo Obasanjo has confirmed her exit from the All Progressives Congress after accusing party stakeholders in Ogun ...

No Final Decision on NYSC Uniform Change Minister ...

Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande has clarified that no final decision has been taken on changing the National Youth ...

Daniel Daga Cleared of Sexual Assault Charges as N...

Former Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been acquitted by a Norwegian appeal court after a previous conviction for alleged...

North Central Pushes Stronger Women Empowerment Re...

Stakeholders from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and North Central states have intensified discussions on sweeping policy r...

Mutfwang Declares Strong Support for Tinubu Says P...

Governor Caleb Mutfwang has openly declared support for President Bola Tinubu, saying the administration is committed to improving...

FG Urges States to Boost Education Investment as 5...

The Federal Government has called on state authorities to channel increased financial resources into improving education systems a...

Police Arrest Three Suspected Cultists Over Studen...

Police in Kwara State have arrested three suspected cult members over the alleged kidnapping and killing of a student, following i...

Deyemi Okanlawon Sparks Debate Says Mediocrity Rew...

Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has ignited fresh debate after claiming that professionalism is often undervalued in Nigeria, arg...

Umahi Fires Back as Remi Criticism Sparks Fresh Na...

The Minister of Works has broken his silence over the backlash against the First Lady, delivering a strong message to critics whil...

UNIZIK Don Co-Authors Landmark Book on Rural Devel...

By Tony Ezike  A Senior Lecturer in the Department of Public Administration at UNIZIK Business School, Awka, Dr. Fidelia Ifeyinwa ...

Education Advocacy Group, Commends Anambra State’s...

….Pledges Full Support For Sector Reforms Anambra Central People’s Forum, a leading advocate for educational development and dedic...

UNN Dept of Religion honours Bishop Ajayi Crowther...

The Department of Religion and Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka has instituted an annual lecture series to further ...

FG secured opportunities for 23,516 unemployed gra...

 From Shuaibu Zubair Tatu, Birnin Kebbi Federal Government has said that it has secured opportunities for 23,516 unemployed gradua...

Transcorp Hilton Abuja, ACE Charity empower more y...

 By Stellamaries Amuwa, Abuja  Transcorp Hilton Abuja, in partnership with ACE Charity, has graduated another set of young women u...

NADCEL 2026: Celebrating 163 years of the Nigerian...

By Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman    A Nation Honours Its Army. Every nation reserves a special moment to honour the men a...

PFIPC: Presidency has questions to answer – Atiku,...

 By Myke Uzendu, Abuja   Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an independent forensic investigation into the allege...

NSCDC leading frontline defence of Nigeria’s criti...

 By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka Abuja The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Professor Ahmed Abub...

Minister advocates Stronger Biosecurity Surveillan...

By Stella Odueme  The Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Mukhtar Idi Maiha, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitm...

“Lives are at stake”, Plateau Gender Commission ta...

By Pwanagba Agabus, Jos  The Special Adviser on Gender to the Governor/Chairperson, Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunities C...

Kebbi distributes 110 truckloads of fertiliser, im...

 From Shuaibu Zubair Tatu, Birnin Kebbi  The Kebbi Government has commenced the free distribution of 110 truckloads of fertiliser ...

Prof. Makanjuola’s 90th lecture highlights legacy,...

By Stella Odueme The 90th birthday lecture in honour of renowned agricultural engineer, , has spotlighted his enduring legacy whil...

BEYOND CAPITAL: DG NITDA says AI, REGTECH will def...

  UGO AMADI The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has said the ne...

ICPC seeks approval to detain Uche Nnaji for 14 da...

. As S/Court migrates processes to digital platform   The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICP...

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Savannah confirms appointment of Uyi Akpata as Non...

  Further to its announcement on 9 October 2025 of the intended appointments of two Nigerians to its board, Savannah Energy PLC, t...

Declining crude prices don’t guarantee cheaper pet...

Two petroleum industry experts have said that declining global crude oil prices do not automatically translate into immediate redu...

NPA strengthens regional maritime governance at Ab...

.Deepens collaboration for trade facilitation UGO AMADI The Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, says stronger Port State Control is now...

How coastal states can grow Nigeria’s Blue Economy...

  *Appoints Agge Seaport Transaction Adviser   Governor of Bayelsa State,  Senator Douye Diri, has advocated for Nigeria’s coastal...

“No More Dead Ends”: Tinubu flags off 16km old Kef...

Favour Ishember, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an immediate rollout of more road projects across more FCT communit...

FG rushes aid to Bille as Gas leak crisis sparks e...

  Favour Ishember, Abuja A Federal Government team headed by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Senator Ekperikp...

Nnenna Oti integrity , Grace Reception celebration...

L-r …GMD Nepal Group. Lead the financial team, leading the Ladies of Credibility initiative. Barrister Ngozi Ekeoma: Chairman of t...

Ejigbo Monarchy Endorses Governor Adeleke for Seco...

Ejigbo Monarchy Endorses Governor Adeleke for Second Term ● As Governor Commissions Three Roads Projects The Ogiyan of Ejigboland,...

Etihad Rail opens new tourism opportunities for Fu...

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Vozinha’s World Cup Instagram surge eclipses footb...

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Hudson & Rye brings authentic New York deli flavou...

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Dubai Schools Games celebrates young champions aft...

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Air India Express restores West Asia services

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Aster Quality Care begins operations: What the hea...

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What parents need to know about the new safety fea...

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What is Fractional Dubai? New executive search pla...

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Emirates Starlink Wi-Fi reaches one million connec...

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Ku Dauki Mataki Kafin Hakurin Musulmin Najeriya ya...

Daga Bashir Gasau.   Majalisar Ƙoli ta Harkokin Addinin Musulunci ta Najeriya (NSCIA), ta gargaɗi gwamnatin kasar da hukumomin tsa...

Dakta Hayatu Tabbatar da Sahihancin Karatun Phd na...

Daga Mu’azu Hardawa Bauchi.   Ganin yadda siyasar adawa a jihar Bauchi ta shiga lamarin Dr. Yakubu Adamu Dan takarar gwamna a jiha...

UNITAR Empowering Youth and Women Programme 2026: ...

Applications are now open for the UNITAR Empowering Youth and Women Programme 2026, a major capacity-building initiative supported...

Folarin Balogun makes World Cup history: Scores, s...

Folarin Balogun delivered one of the most unforgettable individual performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after scoring the openi...

Federal Judge blocks Trump USPS mail ballot order ...

A federal judge has issued a nationwide order preventing the United States Postal Service (USPS) from implementing President Donal...

Rabies warning after 11-year-old boy dies followin...

Health authorities are urging the public to treat any direct contact with a bat as a medical emergency after an 11-year-old Canadi...

UK-US trade deal sparks NHS crisis fears as analys...

A fresh analysis has reignited debate over the UK-US medicine trade deal, with researchers warning the deal could significantly in...

Moniepoint opens applications for Data Entry Offic...

Moniepoint, one of Nigeria’s leading financial technology companies, has announced the recruitment of a Data Entry Officer to supp...

Providus Bank opens Customer Service Officer Recru...

Providus Bank has announced a fresh recruitment exercise for the position of Customer Service Officer (Entry Trainee – Entry Assoc...

Paga opens Operations Support Specialist Recruitme...

Nigerian fintech company Paga (Pagatech Limited) has announced a new recruitment exercise for qualified graduates interested in jo...

Hope Bank Graduate Trainee Recruitment in Lagos 20...

Hope Payment Service Bank (Hope PSBank) has officially opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme, inviting quali...

Who is Lamine Yamal’s girlfriend? Meet Inés García...

As Lamine Yamal continues to shine for Spain during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, interest in the teenage football sensation extends be...

India issues notice to Telegram, Signal on concern...

India has issued notices to messaging platforms Telegram and Signal ​over concerns that their username features ‌could facilitate ...

Air Force to investigate officer who called for Tr...

The U.S. Air Force said on Thursday it would investigate a uniformed officer who called for the ​impeachment of President Donald T...

National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving an annual ...

The Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah, has reaffirmed that the National Day of Pray...

Mali creates state body to regulate artisanal gold...

Mali has established a new state entity to regulate its burgeoning artisanal gold trade ​after identifying large discrepancies bet...

Abu Jinapor calls for Mahama-Ramaphosa interventio...

The Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has called for direct engagement between the...

We are wasting money – Prof Peter Quartey says Gha...

Ghana is paying a heavy economic price for its failure to prevent flooding, with billions of cedis being lost through poor plannin...

Floods are killing Ghana’s economy one traffic jam...

Ghana’s worsening flood crisis is silently draining the economy through lost productivity, traffic congestion, business disruption...

Oil up slightly ahead of long US weekend as peace ...

Oil prices edged up on Friday before a long holiday weekend in the U.S., as wary optimism held ​over efforts to secure peace in th...

Ghana Platinum Excellence Award launched to honour...

A new national awards scheme has been launched in Accra to recognise institutions that have demonstrated over two decades of resil...

A case for entrusting public sector waste manageme...

Ghana’s sanitation crisis has persisted for decades despite substantial public expenditure, numerous policy initiatives, and repea...

Former Arsenal midfielder Cazorla retires at 41

Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has retired from playing at the age of 41.

The World Cup’s free agents looking for their next...

The World Cup is getting interesting.

Akosua Manu says government’s first duty is to pro...

Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) 2028 presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu B...

UEFA will not use red cards for players who cover ...

Players who cover their mouths in confrontations with opponents will not be shown red cards in Uefa competitions, it was confirmed...

‘You cried for DDEP victims; where are your tears ...

Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) 2028 Presidential Candidate, Dr Mahamudu B...

First Afcon, now World Cup – Senegal trapped in ‘f...

In the city famous for giving us rock legends Nirvana, Senegal contrived a way to slip from a blissful state back into football he...

Glasner poised for Forest job as Pereira exits

Vitor Pereira has left Nottingham Forest with the club poised to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as his successo...

Deputy Energy Minister reaffirms Ghana's commi...

Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to making energy efficiency a central pillar of consumer protection, energy security and the c...

Land reclamation underway at galamsey-hit Agenda 1...

Dr Amoakohene disclosed the development after recent operations by a joint security task force led to the seizure of mining equipm...

7 persons still missing at Alogboshie near Achimot...

Behind the grim statistics are shattered families, destroyed homes, and survivors struggling to come to terms with an unimaginable...

‘It’s on our shoulders’ – Carlos Queiroz rallies B...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has boldly accepted the responsibility of saving Africa's fading World Cup campaign, challen...

Spain vs Austria — Live

Live coverage of Spain vs Austria at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

'25 players are ready to play against Colombia...

Ghana have received a major fitness boost ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia...

‘The real World Cup starts now’ – Carlos Queiroz l...

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has sent a fierce warning to his squad ahead of Saturday's sudden-death tie against Colombia...

‘I’m confident about the tactics’ – Jordan Ayew ba...

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged his teammates to draw a firm line under their group stage campaign, insisting the squad ...

‘We will make Africa and Ghana proud’ – Jordan Aye...

​Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has promised that Ghana will deliver a performance to make the entire continent and their homelan...

Senegal capitulate as Belgium record historic 125t...

Belgium complete a stunning three-goal comeback to beat Senegal 3-2, with Tielemans scoring the latest penalty in World Cup histor...

Shared Versus Private Offices for Docs: What Works...

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Tumors hijack macrophages after they clear dead ce...

Is yet another Microsoft studio, Obsidian, negotia...

There's "a real sense amongst some teams that they're being punished for the poor performance of Call of Duty". Image credit: Euro...

Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier Says Xbox is Not Shutti...

by William D'Angelo , posted 6 hours ago / 757 Views Bloomberg's Jason Schreier in a post on social media said T he Outer Worlds, ...

Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand Announced for PC

by William D'Angelo , posted 3 hours ago / 447 Views Relic Entertainment has announced roguelite wave-defense,  Company of Heroes ...

Ugandan MP blasts Rigathi Gachagua for linking Rut...

Ugandan MP Daudi Kabanda refutes Rigathi Gachagua’s claims linking President Ruto to the shutdown of Nation Media Group, asserting...

Ndindi Nyoro regrets supporting William Ruto in 20...

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro expresses regret over supporting Ruto, claiming he was unprepared for governance, highlighting issues withi...

Kenya Met predicts, showers and cold spell across ...

Forecasts predict rainfall and cold conditions in the Highlands, with strong winds affecting North-Eastern and Coastal counties. D...

Mama fua left emotional after employer of 9 years ...

A Kenyan man gifted his mama fua to show gratitude for her loyal service since 2017, capturing hearts on social media with his hea...

UDA makes major changes to party constitution ahea...

UDA has amended its party constitution, inviting members and the public to review and comment on the changes ahead of 2027 electio...

Kakamega: Sorrow as woman allegedly kills husband ...

A 59-year-old woman in Kakamega is on the run after allegedly killing her husband over milk, shocking neighbours as details of the...

KU student rants after attachment fail, narrates w...

KU student Miss Shee criticised a resort for wasting her time after a promised attachment fell through, leaving her devastated and...

DRC Congo manager Sebastian Desabre mourns loss of...

DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre mourned his father's death after the team's World Cup defeat to England, sparking worldwide react...

Zack Apella: Netizens stunned by cost of flying Ti...

Kenyans react as late TikTok star Zack Apella's family faces KSh 4 million costs for repatriation. Funeral details and memorial se...

Spain vs Austria: How much it costs to watch block...

Spain and Austria clash for a World Cup round of 16 spot at SoFi Stadium. As Spain battles injuries, stars like Lamine Yamal shine...

Joe Mudukiza: Sickle cell warrior's last Facebook ...

Joe Mudukiza passeds away after a brave fight against sickle cell anaemia. His final hopeful post has left family and friends hear...

Liz Sonia: Kovu Actress overjoyed as mum lands luc...

Kenyan actress Liz Sonia celebrates her mother's appointment as a women representative at Mombasa County Assembly, marking a signi...

Cecil Ouma shooting: PS Fikirini's bodyguard detai...

Police detain officer linked to Cecil Ouma's shooting as detectives probe eyewitness accounts and ballistic evidence following the...

Utumishi Girls Academy Form 4 students report to s...

Utumishi Girls Academy resumes classes after a tragic fire killed 16 students, leaving many injured. Parents support girls as they...

FG Retires NYSC Khaki, Adopts Adire Uniform To Boo...

Corps members will no longer wear khaki as the Federal Government has approved Adire as the new uniform for the National Youth Se...

How Did Adeyemi Secure N1.3bn Budget, Govt Office,...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has challenged the presidency to explain how Prince...

63.6% of Businesses Face Government Contract Barri...

A survey has revealed that nearly two-thirds of Nigerian businesses face significant obstacles in accessing government procuremen...

FG Visits Bille Over Gas Seepage, Engages Foreign ...

A Federal Government delegation led by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Senator Ekperike Ekpo; has visited Bi...

Atiku Applauds Court For Resisting Political Manip...

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday applauded the Federal High Court...

20 Big Builds: Africa’s megaprojects change tack

The 20 projects selected by The Africa Report map out a continent turning towards value creation at home. The bet is ambitious and...

Dangote looks beyond cement in Tanzania and Congo ...

Billionaire Aliko Dangote is launching a massive $46bn expansion drive into energy, power, and fertiliser across Tanzania and the ...

From Libya to Ethiopia, Trump sides with Sudan’s g...

The US says it wants to be an honest broker in the Horn of Africa. Its actions tell a different story.

DRC-Rwanda: Why the Gasabo gold refinery is in the...

Rwanda’s first gold refinery is now under US sanctions. It is accused of profiting from the illicit extraction of minerals in area...

Aminata Kane Ndiaye leads Visa’s push for digital ...

Well connected to telecoms operators and startups, Visa’s head of west and central Africa is betting on mobile money to drive the ...

Oyo govt orders schools to recover lost academic t...

The meeting included representatives of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Second...

2027: Ex-IGP Adamu has grassroots support to win N...

According to him, Adamu has the experience, qualifications, and grassroots support needed to win the 2027 governorship election. T...

Lagos denies recording over 10,000 new HIV infecti...

Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency, Dr. Folakemi Animashaun, said the reports had been widely misinter...

Security agencies invite six alleged terror financ...

Speaking at a joint media briefing by security, defence and law enforcement agencies in Abuja on Thursday, an official of the NFIU...

South Africa repatriation flights fully funded by ...

“This clarification is necessitated by insinuations and false allegations that some staff of the Nigerian Mission were requesting ...