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Kano Gov Promises to Finally End Royal War as He Joins the APC Camp Kano residents may finally see an end to the confusing “double emir” drama that has gripped the state for nearly two years. The Kano State Government has officially promised that the messy tug-of-war between Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero […]
First Lady and Ooni of Ife Launch High-Tech ‘Dream Centre’ to Fix Nigeria’s Lack of Role Models In a powerful blend of tradition and modern governance, the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and the Ooni of Ife have joined forces to tackle a “silent crisis” facing the nation’s youth: the shortage of real-life […]
Wike Hands Over 12 Luxury Ambulances to Abuja Hospitals and Warns Against Using Them for Funerals FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is finally answering the “doctors vs. roads” debate with a massive delivery of 12 “hospital-on-wheels” ambulance buses. In a colorful ceremony in Abuja this Thursday, the Minister silenced critics who had accused his administration of […]
NCC Claims 99.9% of Nigerian Highways Now Have Signal, but Commuters Say ‘Not So Fast!’ If you’ve ever been stranded on a Nigerian highway praying for just one bar of signal to make a call, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has some “mostly” good news for you. In a bold new report released this Wednesday, […]
Tinubu Orders Two New Satellites to Blast Nigeria’s Digital Economy Into Space Nigeria is officially heading back to the stars. In a major move to fix the country’s patchy internet and jumpstart a $1 trillion economy, President Bola Tinubu has given the “all systems go” for the purchase of two state-of-the-art communication satellites. The news […]
Court Picks February 18 to Decide if UK-Based Witness Can Testify via Video in Messy Visa Marriage Scam Trial A high-stakes legal battle over how international witnesses should give evidence has hit the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi. At the center of the storm is Shitta Waliu Aderibigbe, a travel agent accused of […]
“Stop Being a Villa Errand Boy!” PDP Governors Blast Fayose for Attacking Seyi Makinde Over Aso Rock Visit The internal war within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a messy turn as the party’s governors have collectively descended on former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose. The governors didn’t hold back, labeling the former “Oshokomole” […]
Court Shuts Down BPP’s Certification Ceremony After Rival Group Claims ‘Illegal Overreach’ A massive legal wall has been erected in front of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) just as it was preparing to crown a new batch of “certified” procurement officers. A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a “stop-work” order, bringing a […]
Good News for Roadside Traders and Tailors: New Tax Laws Mean More Money in Your Pocket! Nigerian artisans, traders, and low-income workers are the biggest winners in the country’s latest tax overhaul, according to Taiwo Oyedele, the man leading the federal government’s fiscal reform team. Speaking at a lively town hall meeting organized by SMEDAN […]
NUPRC Opens 50 New Oil Blocks for Sale but Warns ‘Weak’ and ‘Broke’ Firms to Stay Away Nigeria’s oil industry is entering a “no-nonsense” era. On Wednesday, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) threw open the doors for investors to bid on 50 lucrative oil and gas blocks, but with a massive catch: if […]
“Investment, Not Charity!” Shettima Tells Africa to Stop Begging for Aid and Start Hunting for ‘Patient Capital’ Nigeria is leading the charge for a new kind of “money talk” across the continent. Vice President Kashim Shettima has sent a blunt message to African leaders and development partners: the era of waiting for foreign aid to […]
ADC Slams Opposition Leaders for Being ‘Too Weak’ to Challenge APC in 2027 With the 2027 general elections drawing closer, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has thrown down the gauntlet, accusing Nigeria’s opposition leaders of “sleeping on the bicycle” while the citizens are screaming for a new direction. In a candid assessment of the political […]
Governor Abba Yusuf Breaks Silence on Why He Dumped NNPP to Join Tinubu’s APC In a move that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has finally revealed the “real reasons” behind his high-profile exit from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Addressing the public just 24 hours after […]
“A Heartbreaking Goodbye!” Super Eagles Captain Wilfred Ndidi Plunged into Mourning After Father Dies in Tragic Road Crash The Nigerian football community has been hit with a wave of sadness following the tragic passing of Sunday Ndidi, the father and mentor of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi. The elder Ndidi lost his life in a […]
NDLEA and Ondo Government Launch Mega Plan to Swap Cannabis Farms for High-Profit Food Crops Ondo State is looking to trade its reputation as Nigeria’s “cannabis capital” for a new title: a hub for high-value medicinal and food crops. In a landmark move, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has teamed up with the […]
President Tinubu Shrugs Off Turkey Stumble to Focus on Mega Bilateral Deals A minor misstep on a Turkish carpet wasn’t enough to slow down Nigeria’s diplomatic momentum. President Bola Tinubu has brushed off a brief stumble during his high-profile reception in Ankara, with his team insisting the “fleeting incident” has done nothing to dampen his […]
Alaafin and Soun Snub Governor Makinde’s Oyo @ 50 Kickoff Amid Bitter Throne Dispute What was supposed to be a grand display of unity to celebrate 50 years of Oyo State’s history turned into a glaring showcase of “royal cold war” this Monday. As Governor Seyi Makinde took to the stage to flag off the […]
Soldiers Bust Hidden Gun Factory in Nasarawa as Suspect Tries to Hide on a Tree Top A local arms manufacturer in Nasarawa State learned the hard way that “climbing a tree” is no match for the Nigerian Army’s surveillance. In a major win for regional security, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have shut down […]
Lagos Jails 26 Notorious ‘Omotaku’ Hoodlums and Sweeps 115 Beggars Off the Streets in Major New Year Crackdown The era of “street tax” and highway harassment in Lagos is facing a major roadblock. In a swift and decisive operation on Monday, the Lagos State Government successfully cleared 115 beggars from the city’s major arteries and […]
“Cash, Classrooms, and Career Boosts!” Shettima Set to Launch Mega Empowerment Fund for Millions of Women and Youths The Federal Government is moving to put more power and money into the hands of Nigeria’s youngest and most industrious citizens. This Wednesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima will officially pull back the curtain on a game-changing empowerment […]