Oyo Police begin forensic probe of viral abduction video, IGP Disu visits Oriire communities
Donald Trump warns Iran “time is running out” over agreement with US
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Peter Obi decries rising schoolchildren kidnappings, warns of deepening education crisis in Nigeria
NDLEA intercepts UK, Australia-bound cocaine, raids forests, seizes arms and arrests suspects nationwide
WHO declares Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency
SERAP urges INEC to probe alleged diversion of ₦800bn by APC governors for 2027
Argentina accuses Grupo Clarín of manipulation to secure unjust benefits, vows to resist pressure
Tinubu welcomes Airbus proposal for aircraft maintenance hub in Nigeria, demands faster delivery of attack helicopters
Senator Ndume raises alarm as 42 school children abducted in fresh Borno attack
Trump responds to Reverend Dachomo’s cries over killings of Christians
LASU extends 2025/2026 second-semester academic calendar by one week
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms, moderate rainfall across Southern Nigeria on Sunday
FCT police vows crackdown on kidnappers, bandits as Operation Sweep intensifies security operations
Inflation rises to 15.69% in April as food, transport costs push prices higher — NBS
FG pushes digital literacy, inclusion, child protection ahead of 2026 Children’s Day celebration
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Tinubu welcomes Airbus proposal for aircraft maintenance hub in Nigeria, demands faster delivery of attack helicopters
ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed a proposal by Airbus to establish aircraft maintenance and hangar facilities in Nigeria as part of efforts to position the country as a regional aviation and aerospace services hub. The…
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Federal Government welcomes upgrade of Nigeria’s sovereign credit rating by S&P Global Ratings
“State visits are not tourism” — Peter Obi blasts Tinubu’s foreign trips, demands jobs, investments, factories for Nigerians
Tinubu hails joint Nigeria–US operation that killed ISIS senior leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki
Presidential spokesman calls for global reassessment of Somalia, recognition of Somaliland
Shettima urges Code of Conduct Bureau to stay apolitical, embrace digitisation
Enugu PGs endorse Mbah’s second term bid, say his leadership reflects inclusive development agenda
Uzodimma urges Imo aspirants to respect zoning arrangement ahead of primaries, warns against “do or die” politics
Keyamo hails Tinubu’s Africa CEO forum speech, says Africa was “held spellbound”
President Tinubu urges fairness, unity as APC begins nationwide primaries
Federal Government signs MoU on legacy road projects with Hitech and Infiouest under Tinubu’s infrastructure renewal agenda
Zulum urges APC aspirants to adopt consensus ahead of primaries
Makinde declares presidential ambition, announces alliance with APM
Atiku submits ADC presidential forms ahead of party primary
Sokoto Govt approves road rehabilitation, airport upgrade, other key projects to improve citizens’ welfare
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Inflation rises to 15.69% in April as food, transport costs push prices higher — NBS
ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 15.69 per cent in April 2026, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report released by the National Bureau of Statistics. The report, released in Abuja on…
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Federal Government welcomes upgrade of Nigeria’s sovereign credit rating by S&P Global Ratings
Kenya airport runways remain safe and operational, KCAA assures
Federal Government signs MoU on legacy road projects with Hitech and Infiouest under Tinubu’s infrastructure renewal agenda
Egypt secures $1.5bn ITFC loan to boost food, energy security
Power disruption in Ogun as TCN announces planned maintenance at McPherson Transmission Substation
Nigeria Bonny Light holds above $110 as oil slips on fragile Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump–Xi Talks
AEDC announces power outage in Lugbe, Airport Road, Gaduwa, Apo Areas
Mbah showcases Enugu’s tourism drive, hails Jim Nwobodo at 86 for laying a strong foundation
Rising water prices squeeze Lagos households as cost-of-living pressure deepens
IBEDC apologises for power supply shortfall, lists affected feeders
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
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Peter Obi decries rising schoolchildren kidnappings, warns of deepening education crisis in Nigeria
ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — Presidential aspirant and chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has condemned the recent wave of mass kidnappings involving schoolchildren in both Northern and Southern Nigeria, describing the incidents as a tragic reflection of…
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LASU extends 2025/2026 second-semester academic calendar by one week
FG pushes digital literacy, inclusion, child protection ahead of 2026 Children’s Day celebration
FG unveils National Education Data Infrastructure to strengthen planning, accountability
JAMB says Mathematics no longer compulsory for admission into some university courses
Sanwo-Olu celebrates as LASU remains Nigeria’s most sought-after university ahead of UNILAG
UNILAG VC raises alarm over impersonation on LinkedIn, WhatsApp
ASUU warns of strike over poor implementation of 2025 Agreement
JAMB warns institutions against illegal admissions outside CAPS
ECOWAS trains 500 journalists, strengthens fight against misinformation
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
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HORROR IN ENUGU: Son beheads mother as another man kills sister, child in separate ritual-linked attacks
ENUGU, Nigeria (NPA) — The Enugu State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a man accused of beheading his mother, while another suspect reportedly died after allegedly murdering and beheading his sister and her child in separate incidents in…
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Oyo Police begin forensic probe of viral abduction video, IGP Disu visits Oriire communities
Peter Obi decries rising schoolchildren kidnappings, warns of deepening education crisis in Nigeria
NDLEA intercepts UK, Australia-bound cocaine, raids forests, seizes arms and arrests suspects nationwide
SERAP urges INEC to probe alleged diversion of ₦800bn by APC governors for 2027
Senator Ndume raises alarm as 42 school children abducted in fresh Borno attack
FCT police vows crackdown on kidnappers, bandits as Operation Sweep intensifies security operations
Ghana Armed Forces to institutionalise annual memorials honouring fallen heroes, preserving military history
Nigerian Army gives details of operation that killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, top commanders in Borno
Police launch manhunt after mass school abduction, killing in Oyo Community by bandits
NAFDAC warns public over circulation of counterfeit Augmentin 625mg Tablets in Nigeria
Nigerian Navy dismantles black-market fuel ring in Okrika
Police intensify internal cleansing, dismiss officers over kidnapping, robbery in Rivers
Ogun Police confirm harmful chemical incident under control in Ijebu-Ode, many hospitalized
Alleged N36m Fraud: Court remands Blessing CEO in EFCC custody
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Power disruption in Ogun as TCN announces planned maintenance at McPherson Transmission Substation
ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a scheduled annual maintenance exercise at the McPherson 132/33KV Transmission Substation, warning that electricity supply will be temporarily disrupted in parts of Ogun State. In a notice issued…
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Mbah showcases Enugu’s tourism drive, hails Jim Nwobodo at 86 for laying a strong foundation
LASG to close Eko Bridge for safety investigations and repairs
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
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Donald Trump warns Iran “time is running out” over agreement with US
WASHINGTON D.C., U.S (NPA) — Donald Trump has warned the Islamic Republic of Iran to move quickly toward reaching an agreement with the United States aimed at resolving the conflict between both nations. In a terse post shared on Truth…
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JUST IN: Drone hits electrical generator at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in United Arab Emirates
WHO declares Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency
Trump responds to Reverend Dachomo’s cries over killings of Christians
IDF announces killing of senior Hamas commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad, other militants linked to October 7 attack
BREAKING: Nigerian-born ISIS Global Deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed in Joint US-Nigeria operation —Trump
Body of second missing US soldier recovered in Morocco
Russia announces successful test of 35,000-kilometre Sarmat Missile system
Corrupt public officials fuel global human trafficking networks, UNODC warns
Russian drone attacks against Ukraine resume as 3-day truce ends
WHO confirms safe evacuation of passengers from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship in Tenerife
Nigeria strengthens security ties with U.S. through NSA’s high-level visit
Zelenskyy, UAE President discuss security cooperation amid Iranian drone threats
Nigeria, Jordan sign defence cooperation, intelligence sharing agreement
BREAKING: Trump rejects Iran’s response to diplomatic efforts, calls proposal ‘totally unacceptable’
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