President Tinubu arrives Nairobi for Africa Forward Summit
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President Tinubu arrives Nairobi for Africa Forward Summit
NAIROBI, Kenya (NPA) — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu touched down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, in the early hours of Monday to attend the highly anticipated Africa Forward Summit. His aircraft landed at approximately 00:18 a.m. local time, marking…
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Political Earthquake: Fani-Kayode declares Atiku and Obi ‘Finished,’ crowns Tinubu the unstoppable ‘Special One’
Aregbesola attends ADC stakeholders’ meeting in Osun, backs party’s Governorship Candidate Iwaloye
Ruto hosts Sierra Leone’s Bio ahead of Africa Forward Summit
Northern stakeholders back Tinubu’s reforms, seek continuity beyond 2027
Kwankwaso backs NDC decision to zone 2027 presidential ticket south
Uzodimma clears APC screening for Imo West Senate bid
SDP picks Adewole Adebayo as 2027 presidential flagbearer to challenge Tinubu
NDC holds inaugural National Convention, Dickson declares party “here to stay”
Omo-Agege appears before APC Senate Screening Committee ahead of 2027 polls
APC Chairman Yilwatda satisfied with ongoing screening exercise ahead of primaries
Benue Governor Alia named Best Performing Governor in Infrastructure, Economic Development Award, scales APC screening
Leaders of Saudi Arabia sends Victory Day congratulations to Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan
Yusuf Buhari clears APC screening for Katsina House of Reps seat
Kwankwaso rallies support at NDC National Convention, urges Nigerians to join party’s cause
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IBEDC apologises for power supply shortfall, lists affected feeders
IBADAN, Nigeria (NPA) — The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has issued a public apology to customers across its network for failing to deliver the estimated hours of electricity supply on several Band A feeders as of May 9, 2026….
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AEDC announces two-day planned power outage in abuja over infrastructure relocation
Armed robbers invade Offa transmission station, TCN declares force majeure
NNPC/Renaissance JV flags off Vision First Plus health outreach in Ogoniland
Enugu Air cleared for regional flights, international operations set for year-end — Peter Mbah
CAC introduces seamless online payments for business name filings
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Nigeria will not return to fuel subsidy regime — Oyedele
A’Ibom Governor Eno thanks Tinubu, others over international status approval for Victor Attah Airport
Dangote refinery targets multi-billion-dollar pan-African share listing
FGN savings bond opens May issuance window with up to 14.525% return
South Africa raises petrol price by R2.04/litre amid global oil tensions
GTCO posts N302.9BN profit before tax in Q1 2026, records strong balance sheet growth
Wole Soyinka says NAS secretariat will strengthen humanitarian services, advocacy initiatives
Federal Government, Bi-Courtney resolve 20-year MM2 Airport dispute
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ECOWAS trains 500 journalists, strengthens fight against misinformation
ABUJA, Nigeria (Agency Report) — President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Omar Touray, says the regional body has trained no fewer than 500 journalists across West Africa in recent years as part of efforts to…
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Baze University appoints new Vice-Chancellor and Registrar
Lagos begins registration for 2026 Model Colleges screening test
Peter Obi donates ₦25m to University of the Niger, reaffirms commitment to quality education
NYSC DG advises corps members against flamboyant lifestyle, urges savings culture
FG inaugurates smart model school in Katsina, reaffirms education reform agenda
LASG launches second edition of Eko Schools Arts, Crafts Competition
South Africa’s NSFAS placed under administration amid governance crisis
Governor Uba Sani hosts Kaduna Polytechnic management, commits to strengthening education
JAMB extends 2026 direct entry registration deadline to May 8
Tai Solarin students’ union issues 72-hour ultimatum over robbery attacks in university community
NNPC Foundation trains Batch A Stream 2 corps members
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, mega schools in Borno
Lagos Permanent Secretary earns doctorate, urges lifelong learning in public service
FG introduces national textbook ranking system to improve quality in schools
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Troops kill three terrorists, recover 175 livestock in Katsina operations
KATSINA, Nigeria (NPA) — Troops of Sector 2 Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intensified offensive operations against terrorists and criminal syndicates in parts of Katsina State, killing three suspected terrorists, recovering 175 rustled livestock and arresting six alleged…
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Oyo Police smash eight-man motorcycle theft syndicate in Kishi, recover four stolen bikes
11 killed, 12 injured as COCIN leader raises alarm over fresh Plateau attack
SERAP asks Tinubu to probe alleged ₦26.9bn USPF fraud
Amnesty International condemns killing of 12 in Plateau community attack
Armed robbers invade Offa transmission station, TCN declares force majeure
Matawalle highlights strategic partnerships at SAHA Expo 2026, says Nigeria committed to strategic defence diplomacy
Delta police arrest three suspects, recover pump-action guns at Asaba bridge
Kenyan police foil burglary attempt, arrest suspect in Kisumu
Ondo Police assures robust security ahead of bye-election as CP and REC meet
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Nnamdi Kanu, Mike Arnold to Release “Sokoto Declaration” on May 30
NBA questions arrest, detention of content creator “Justice Crack” over viral soldiers’ video
Nigerian Navy hands over seized smuggled rice to Customs
Police arrest military impersonator, cultist, recover firearms
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LASG to close Eko Bridge for safety investigations and repairs
LAGOS, Nigeria (NPA) — The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of Eko Bridge (outbound to Lagos Island) to allow for safety investigations and essential repairs. The closure will take effect from Tuesday, May 12, 2026. According to…
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AEDC announces two-day planned power outage in abuja over infrastructure relocation
Police arrest military impersonator, cultist, recover firearms
Lagos launches Africa’s first Flood Risk Insurance Scheme for vulnerable residents
Lagos Police arrest woman in viral video attempting to stab teenage daughter
Rufai Oseni wins Media Personality of the Year at Independent Awards
Police arrest man with fresh human head and palms in Ogun, nab others over stolen Lexus
FRSC debunks viral video, denies assault on motorist in Abuja
Okpebholo rebuilds Ekpoma POWA Market, disburses ₦200m to fire-affected traders
Nigeria Police arrest 50 suspects, seize heavy weapons in nationwide crackdown
South West Nigeria charts unified path for urban development
Lassa fever: Lagos sounds alarm as deadly outbreak sweeps Nigeria
Governor Bala Mohammed distributes vehicles to bauchi traditional rulers
Ebonyi Governor Nwifuru mourns passing of Bishop Peter Nworie Chukwu
Edo Police dismantle extortion syndicate, officers to face prosecution
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BREAKING: Trump rejects Iran’s response to diplomatic efforts, calls proposal ‘totally unacceptable’
WASHINGTON, United States (NPA) — President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest response to ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending tensions between Washington and Tehran, describing the position as “totally unacceptable.” In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump…
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Trump accuses Iran of decades of deception, blasts Obama, Biden over Tehran policy
11 killed, 12 injured as COCIN leader raises alarm over fresh Plateau attack
UN Deputy SG Amina J. Mohammed mourns passing of former Botswana President Festus Mogae
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Matawalle highlights strategic partnerships at SAHA Expo 2026, says Nigeria committed to strategic defence diplomacy
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Trump administration releases declassified UFOS files in new transparency initiative
Pope Leo XIV marks first anniversary of papacy with pilgrimage to Pompei and Naples
Former U.S. Mayor Mike Arnold questions Jonathan’s 2027 readiness, urges leadership capable of confronting violent extremism
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Labour’s local election huge losses signal deeper political shifts in the UK
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Israel’s UN envoy accuses Flotilla organisers of links to Hamas, criticises Spain
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