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Tinubu urges unity, renewed hope for nation-buildi...

President Bola Tinubu has called for unity, resilience and renewed commitment to nation-building, urging Nigerians to work togethe...

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Lagos Assembly remains committed to creating a bus...

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has reaffirmed Lagos as the heartbeat of Nigeria’s eco...

Federal High Court acquits Mutu, two companies of ...

  ELIZABETH VINCENT, Yenagoa The federal high court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, discharged and acquitted the lawmaker representin...

Members House Committee to investigative public h...

Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, Hon. Chike Okafor [middle] with the members of the Ho...

House of Reps Committee on Nutrition and Food Secu...

Nigeria’s Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, is delivering a draft resolutio...

Adeleke Reviews Mega Projects, Applauds Constructi...

Adeleke Reviews Mega Projects, Applauds Construction Efficiency and Progress ● Explains How Hijacked LG Funds Slows Down State Cap...

UAE school bus delay explained as in-person learni...

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Hamdan bin Mohammed reviews world’s first air taxi...

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UAE strengthens global financial partnerships thro...

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Dubai real estate delivers AED 4.6 billion investo...

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UAE labour market remains stable with timely wage ...

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Abiodun approves weekly day off, ₦10,000 transport...

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved a set of palliative measures for public servants in the state, including a weekly ...

Ogun 2027: MURIC apologises over congratulatory me...

‎An Islamic human rights organisation, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has said it is neutral and non-partisan in the build-up ...

Oyetola reaffirms commitment to blue economy growt...

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Thursday, commissioned the Institute of Maritime Studies Multipurp...

Presidency, Atiku bicker over North-South power ro...

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubaka...

Terrorists strike in four states, kill soldiers, v...

Terrorists, on Wednesday and Thursday, killed scores of soldiers and vigilantes among other innocent citizens in their various att...

NRS unveils Rev360 platform to simplify tax system...

THE Nigeria Revenue Service has announced plans to roll out a new revenue administration platform, Rev360, as part of efforts to s...

Accord, LP, CSO protest ‘suspicious’ INEC staff re...

A civil society group, the Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens, on Thursday held a peaceful protest against the alleged mass ...

Resignation calls: I can’t be intimidated by your ...

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said no amount of pressure or intimidation would distract him from his decision job. Tinubu reaf...

Mixed reactions as FG reintegrates 744 repentant t...

 Initiative not reward for violence but strategic tool to curb extremism — CDS Nigerians across many walks of life have expressed ...

WTO Young Professionals Program 2027: Earn CHF 4,0...

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has officially opened applications for its highly competitive Young Professionals Program 2027,...

Rite Foods Technical Trainee Program 2026: Deadlin...

Rite Foods Limited has officially announced the launch of its 2026 Technical Trainee Program, offering young Nigerians a rare oppo...

UNHCR TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship 2026 Opens: Apply for...

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has officially opened applications for the TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship 2026, ...

NNPC/Agip Scholarship 2026: Apply for Fully Funded...

The 2026 NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship has officially opened, offering Nigerian graduates a rare fully funded opportunity to ...

Minority faults High Court ruling on OSP prosecuti...

The Minority in Parliament has raised strong objections to a recent High Court ruling directing the Attorney-General to assume con...

Tsonam Akpeloo named speaker at 2026 Harvard Afric...

Tsonam Akpeloo, Chairperson of the Trade and Industry Cluster at the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council and CEO o...

Fidelity Bank expands Orange Impact Initiative wit...

Fidelity Bank Ghana has commissioned two new educational infrastructure projects in Tema and Assin Wurakese in the Central Region ...

Cartoon or Crime? Free expression on trial in Ghan...

When satire becomes a handcuff offence, a nation must ask itself, “Are we protecting leadership or silencing truth?” The arrest an...

Labadi Beach Hotel targets intra-African growth an...

Labadi Beach Hotel has used WTM Africa as a strategic platform to deepen market engagement, strengthen buyer relationships and pos...

Ghana’s Free Visa Policy: Big idea, mixed reaction...

The recent announcement by President John Dramani Mahama that Ghana will introduce a “free visa for all Africans” from May 2026 is...

Trade Minister visits MND Metals, affirms governme...

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, on Thursday, April 16, paid a working visit to MND Meta...

Today’s Front pages: Friday, April 17, 2026

Myjoyonline.com brings you the front pages of the various newspapers across the country.

Africa Economic Forum pushes African-Led economic ...

The Africa Economic Forum is positioning itself as a platform to help African countries take control of their own economic policie...

Mfantsipim at 150: A model for the future of Ghana...

As Mfantsipim approaches its 150th anniversary, a proposal by the Mfantsipim Old Boys Association (MOBA) to assume a greater role ...

Erectile dysfunction awareness campaign held in Ac...

The event encourages open, stigma-free conversations about Erectile Dysfunction

Ghana’s Tsonam Akpeloo to speak at 2026 Harvard Af...

The event is dedicated to charting actionable strategies for the continent's socio-economic growth

The government is hell-bent on 'killing' t...

IMANI’s Kofi Bentil claims government is weakening the OSP, while Justice Atuguba says the High Court ruling on its prosecutorial ...

Kumasi: Fire service investigates cause of crash i...

The fire service said no fatalities were recorded

Franklin Cudjoe tackles Attorney-General and his D...

Franklin Cudjoe made the point that transferring the OSP's prosecutorial powers to the Attorney-General will overburden the office...

Prof Kwaku Asare raises alarm over OSP ruling, war...

US-based professor Kwaku Asare questions the High Court ruling on OSP prosecutions, warning it could undermine Ghana’s anti-corrup...

We have taken difficult but necessary decisions to...

Finance Minister Ato Forson details key reforms stabilising Ghana’s economy, highlighting declining inflation, a stronger cedi, an...

NPRA dismisses Assafuah’s allegations as false, de...

NPRA rejects claims by MP Vincent Assafuah as false and misleading, defending its CEO’s salary, vehicle purchases, consultancy eng...

Gov’t releases funds to clear scholarship arrears ...

Government has released first-quarter funds to settle outstanding scholarship arrears.,

IMF warns central banks to stay vigilant amidst gl...

She pointed out that demand boosting measures can backfire in the face of supply shocks.

South Block Continues Rapid Expansion Adding 24th ...

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Hasn’t the Smash scene suffered enough?? Illuminat...

Music Image Credit: Illumination I’m tired. Let me come right out with it: I have always hated Illumination. I don’t like their an...

Wizkid wins “Best African Music Act” at the 2026 M...

Music Read Later (0) Please login to bookmark Close Nigerian superstar Wizkid has once again dominated on the global stage, winnin...

Is ClicknClear’s Business Model Inherently Flawed?...

Music ClicknClear’s revenue forecast as seen in a 2024 investor deck. Any questions? Music “Choreographed sports” licensing specia...

RubyPlay partners with Caesars Entertainment in On...

RubyPlay, a studio-based content ecosystem, is further strengthening its presence in Ontario as part of its broader North American...

Air vent cover fell off in the bathroom—I tried to...

A bathroom vent mishap leads to a chilling discovery after a frantic warning—uncovering a hidden secret that shatters trust and sp...

Who is Felista Mugo? Meet Kenya’s first female MMA...

Felista Mugo has emerged as Kenya’s pioneering female MMA star competing in PFL Africa. Discover how she rose from karate training...

HELB portal account registration and activation pr...

The HELB portal serves as an essential tool for users to access various services. Here is a guide on how you can create an account...

KUCCPS contacts: Phone numbers, email and other de...

Are you looking for KUCCPS contacts? Here is the list of the official phone numbers, site, email, and other details to help you co...

NTSA Third Licence Inspection Sticker: Use, applic...

Do you know how to acquire the NTSA Third Licence Inspection Sticker? Here is the complete process and requirements for getting th...

HELB M-Pesa disbursement: Everything that you need...

Do you know the HELB M-Pesa disbursement process? Safaricom has partnered with HELB to ensure efficient and fast access to student...

SOT TTI guide: How to apply for engineering, busin...

SOT Technical Training Institute offers flexible CBET courses across engineering, business, and more. Discover how to apply and se...

What happened to Vic and Christine from Love Is Bl...

Discover what happened to Vic and Christine from Love Is Blind Season 10. Learn if they are still together, why they skipped the M...

HELB loan application in Kenya 2026: News and guid...

The HELB loan application portal is used by interested college and university students. Use this guide to help you complete and su...

Are Emma and Mike from Love Is Blind still togethe...

Are Emma and Mike from Love Is Blind still together? Explore the 2026 reunion update, their breakup details, and where the former ...

MTN Stops Airtime Loan Service Over FCCPC Rules

MTN Nigeria Communications PLC has temporarily suspended its airtime and data lending service, Xtratime, following the introducti...

Nigeria Must Break Free From Poverty, Hopelessness...

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to a stable, peaceful, and prosperous Nigeria, assuring citizens that their w...

Pastor Suspends ‘Daughter’s Wedding Over Massive S...

The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Chibuzor Chinyere, has announced the suspension of the planned marriage of his 21-year-old...

Former Ondo Governor Resigns PDP

Former governor of Ondo state, Olusegun Mimiko has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a letter add...

Abia Inaugurates Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force...

The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Abia State, Mr. Ikechukwu Uwana, SAN has reaffirmed the state government’s c...

Group rejects Atiku’s Arise TV comments on Jonatha...

The Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Project (GJLP) defended Mr Jonathan’s record, citing economic growth, democratic milestones and inter...

Europa League: Aina pulls through with Forest into...

Forest booked their place in the UEFA Europa League semi-finals after grinding out a 2-1 aggregate victory over FC Porto in a qua...

Ogba hails Coe as World Athletics blocks Ofili’s s...

World Athletics, through its Nationality Review Panel, turned down Ofili’s application on Thursday, The post Ogba hails Coe as Wo...

Copa del Rey: StarTimes hosts free Lagos watch par...

The final will see Atlético Madrid face Real Sociedad in what is expected to be a keenly contested encounter The post Copa del Re...

With love to Waziri, By Femi Fani-Kayode

It is obvious that despite all your efforts to cobble your platform together, you are already anticipating a crushing defeat in ne...

FG to reintegrate 744 repentant terrorists into so...

The Federal Government has announced that 744 former terrorists and victims of violent extremism will be reintegrated into society...

Customs intercept N98m worth of contraband in Adam...

The Adamawa/Taraba Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance against smuggling, announcing t...

Nigeria’s Net Domestic Assets rises 20.3% to N93.8...

By Peter Egwuatu Nigeria’s Net Domestic Assets (NDA), rose by 21.2 per cent, Year-on-Year (YoY) to N94.742 trillion in February 20...

Best XI not going to the 2026 FIFA World Cup

A chance to play at the World Cup is the ultimate dream of any footballer. It represents a rare opportunity to compete with the be...

We receive N1.5m after 35 years of service, retire...

…demand exit from PENCOM By Adeola Badru Retired police officers have expressed concern over what they described as low retirement...

Passport row: SC refuses relief to Pawan Khera, de...

The Supreme Court denied Congress leader Pawan Khera's request for extended transit anticipatory bail, impacting his efforts to se...

Supply shortage of gold, silver? Banks stop import...

The absence of new shipments could tighten domestic availability, given that India, the world’s second-largest consumer of gold an...

IPL 2026: Amid Sooryavanshi and Arya noise, Prabhs...

Prabhsimran Singh has been part of Punjab Kings, earlier Kings XI Punjab, since 2019, when the IPL franchise splurged Rs 4.8 crore...

Shredded to cosmic dust: Stunning footage captures...

Indian space enthusiasts, brace yourselves! Nasa spacecraft have witnessed the dramatic demise of comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) as it ven...

TVK, BJP Slam DMK: Opposition links Dalit woman’s ...

Meet 49-year-old President-elect of Republic of Be...

News Update PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES WADAGNI, BENIN REPUBLIC’S PRESIDENT-ELECT President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated...

14 JAMB candidates travelling for UTME exams abduc...

News Update Gunmen have reportedly abducted 14 passengers who are candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB...

Osun 2026: INEC Adjusts Campaign Timeline For Gove...

News Update CONSEQUENTIAL ADJUSTMENT OF CAMPAIGN TIMELINE FOR OSUN GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION Recall that on the 26th of February 2026,...

Speedway Lounge & Grills Announces Job Opportuniti...

Exciting job opportunities are available at Speedway Lounge & Grills. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, as detailed jo...

Champions League Semi-final Confirmed

News Update THE 2025/26 UEFA Champions League semi-final ties have been confirmed following the conclusion of the quarter-finals o...

Why we suspend airtime, data loans –MTN

MTN Nigeria has suspended its airtime and data advance service known as Xtratime following new regulatory requirements introduced ...

2027: Why Shangodoyin Stands Out For Continuity An...

As the political landscape in Oyo State gradually shapes ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election, it is imperative for stakeholde...

“Continuity Of Excellence: Makinde’s Oyo Looks To ...

“The ultimate test of leadership is not what you build in your time, but what endures after you have left the stage.” That endurin...

Developing: Egbeda/Ona-Ara PDP Reps Ticket Still W...

Intrigue continues to build within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, as fresh revelations...

Oyo 2027: Dr. Nureni Adeniran Brings Political Dep...

As the 2027 political alignments begin to take shape in Oyo State, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran has emerged as one of the aspirants...

World Haemophilia Day: Over 5,000 Kenyans living w...

Celebration will be held at KNH under the theme “Diagnosis: First Step to Care”, shining a spotlight on the power of early diagnos...

PS Ouma Oluga urges counties to prioritise practic...

Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has urged county health leaders to prioritise practical, system-based so...

Shujaa to open Hong Kong Sevens campaign against A...

The national men’s rugby sevens team, Shujaa, will begin their quest for qualification in the sevens series by facing Australia in...

Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled ‘in-vehi...

Chinese carmaker Seres has been granted a patent for what it calls an “in-vehicle toilet” that slides under a passenger’s seat for...

Relief as thousands of Isiolo youths benefit from ...

Thousands of Kenyans in remote parts of Isiolo County who have struggled to access government services due to a lack of identity c...

Kenya at Risk? Catholic Bishops Raise Alarm Over V...

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has raised alarm over a growing disregard for human life, warning that the country...

‘Mt Kenya Must Not Abandon the House’: Waiguru, Ki...

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru have pledged a united front to consolidate support from the M...

All The Funniest Memes in Nairobi This Friday

The post All The Funniest Memes in Nairobi This Friday appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

UDA Dismisses Mass Action Calls, Says Protests Won...

The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has countered the opposition’s recent allegations concerning the fuel price hike, dism...

CBK Warns Kenya Inflation Could Hit 6.2% as Fuel P...

Kenya’s inflation rate may climb toward the upper limit of the government’s target by mid-year as the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) ...

300 Kenyans Sue British Oil Giant BP Seeking Milli...

The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos 300 Kenyans Sue British Oil Giant BP Seeking Millions in Compensation A clas...

Kenya Asks for Emergency Loan From World Bank to P...

The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos Kenya Asks for Emergency Loan From World Bank to Protect Itself Against Iran...

PSC Issues Update on Recruitment Process for UoN a...

The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos PSC Issues Update on Recruitment Process for UoN and KU Vice Chancellors The...

Equity, KCB Overtake Safaricom as Top 10 Most Valu...

The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos Equity, KCB Overtake Safaricom as Top 10 Most Valuable Brands Equity Bank ha...

KUCCPS Explains How Students Who Missed Past Place...

The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos KUCCPS Explains How Students Who Missed Past Placement Can Apply for Degree ...

Govt Applies for World Bank Emergency Loan to Stop...

The emergency support loan is expected to mitigate the effects of the Middle East war and stop further escalation of fuel prices t...

Kenyans Sue British Oil Giant Over Alleged Deaths

Oil exploration in Northern Kenya is nothing new, however, residents claim at least 500 people have died as a result of illegally ...

Janet Mbugua Quits NTV

The announcement came during her final segment on April 17, after hosting for over a year.

Kenya Met Lists Regions to Receive Heavy Rains Thi...

Residents were urged to be on the lookout for potential flooding, particularly for those living within the Rift Valley, Western an...

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect: As it happe...

A US-mediated 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire entered into force on Friday Read Full Article at RT.com

Lebanon truce could give ‘lifeline’ to Hezbollah –...

US Senator Lindsey Graham has argued that the truce in Lebanon could limit Israel’s ability to fight Hezbollah Read Full Article ...

Trump’s religion is ‘Israelism’ – Tucker Carlson (...

US President Donald Trump’s real religion is “Israelism,” journalist Tucker Carlson has said Read Full Article at RT.com

‘The night of red terror is over; this is a new da...

The Narendra Modi-led government claims victory over a decades-long Maoist-Naxalaite insurgency Read Full Article at RT.com

‘No better teammate than Israel’ – US CENTCOM chie...

The US Central Command chief said there was “no better teammate” than Israel during the war with Iran Read Full Article at RT.com...

‘Presidents aren’t crowned’ — Atiku fires back at ...

A fresh political row has erupted between allies of President Bola Tinubu and supporters of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar o...

2027: Gov. Sule picks Sen. Wadada as preferred suc...

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has named Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada as his preferred candidate for the governorship tick...

Alleged $1.3m, N746.6m Fraud: Court issues arrest ...

Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court Abuja on Thursday, April 16, 2026 issued a warrant of a...

“I wrote him 300 love notes and took him to Miami ...

The post “I wrote him 300 love notes and took him to Miami Beach” – Temi Otedola reveals her grand gift to Mr Eazi on his first bi...

Eedris Abdulkareem replies critics in new song ove...

The post Eedris Abdulkareem replies critics in new song over his visit to Benin, Edo State (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani. ...

EPL: Bernardo Silva confirms Man City exit

The post EPL: Bernardo Silva confirms Man City exit appeared first on Kemi Filani. Manchester City midfielder, Bernardo Silva, has...

ADC voids the suspension of Atiku, Babachir Lawal

The post ADC voids the suspension of Atiku, Babachir Lawal appeared first on Kemi Filani. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) ha...

Messi joins league of players who own football clu...

The post Messi joins league of players who own football clubs appeared first on Kemi Filani. Argentina football legend, Lional Mes...

Netflix: Bundesgerichtshof erklärt Klausel bei Str...

Der Bundesgerichtshof hat eine Klausel kassiert, die Kundinnen und Kunden des Streaminganbieters Netflix unangemessen benachteilig...

Schwarzfahren: Bundestag stimmt (vorerst) gegen En...

Die SPD drängt darauf, das Schwarzfahren aus dem Strafrecht zu streichen, die Union ist strikt dagegen. Im Bundestag hat die Koali...

Österreich: Ermittlungen gegen Ex-Kanzler und Sign...

Alfred Gusenbauer war einst Kanzler in Österreich, dann wechselte er in die Wirtschaft. Als Signa-Berater verdiente er Millionen. ...

Gesundheitsministerin Nina Warken will Gutverdiene...

Das Gesundheitsministerium hat erstmals erklärt, wie die Krankenkassen gerettet werden sollen: Homöopathie streichen, die Vergütun...

Israel – Libanon: Donald Trump verkündet zehntägig...

Israel führt auf libanesischem Boden einen Krieg gegen die Hisbollah. Trotz Annäherungen kam es nicht zu einem Telefonat zwischen ...