27 m. ago NWFL: Rivers to file complaint after Adamawa’s coach accusations

Rivers Angels are set to file an official complaint to the Nigeria Women Football League over accusations of match manipulation made by Adamawa Queens coach, Dadeino Heman, following their 6-0 defeat in Port Harcourt, The PUNCH reports.  Heman had accused the seven-time NWFL champions of using referees to secure victory despite acknowledging that Rivers Angels Read More

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85 m. ago FG targets $100bn GDP boost from creative industries growth – Minister

The Federal Government has set a target of increasing Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product by $100 billion through strategic investments in the creative industries. The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, disclosed this during a press briefing in Lagos on Thursday, emphasising the administration’s commitment to leveraging the sector’s vast potential. Read More

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2 h. ago NNPP chieftain challenges Ganduje to popularity contest in Kano

The Osun State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Tosin Odeyemi, has challenged the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, to test his popularity in Kano, asserting that the APC will not reclaim the state. Odeyemi’s remarks came in response to Ganduje’s recent statement in which he described the NNPP Read More

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4 h. ago Joshua does not want rematch with ‘menace’ Parker – Promoter

Anthony Joshua knows the ‘menace’ of Joseph Parker and will not want a rematch, says the New Zealander’s promoter David Higgins. Joshua watched from ringside as Parker produced a ruthless knockout victory over Martin Bakole, who stepped in as a replacement opponent after Daniel Dubois was ruled out through illness. Parker’s promoter Higgins believes the Read More

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4 h. ago Zonal congresses: PDP internal wrangling threatens future electoral success

Despite the crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party, its zonal congresses in the South-South, South-East, and North-East saw both successes and divisions. While some regions experienced smooth processes, others deepened party polarisation. ABDULRAHMAN ZAKARIYAU X-ray the outcomes and the growing internal tensions within the party The main opposition party has been struggling with internal issues Read More

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4 h. ago Education minister tasks teachers on constant capacity development

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, on Thursday,  tasked teachers on continuous investment in developing their capacity. This, he said, is crucial for national progress. The minister made this call in Benin at the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV 2025 Seplat education summit, themed “Transforming the Education Workforce: A Critical Success for Nation Building.” The minister was Read More

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5 h. ago Israel ceasefire, Ukraine peace, trade top talks as Starmer meets Trump

Donald Trump, President of the United States, and Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, held a joint press read more Israel ceasefire, Ukraine peace, trade top talks as Starmer meets Trump

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6 h. ago Nigerian passengers stranded in Togo after Air France flight diversion

Nigerian passengers aboard an Air France flight have been left stranded in Lomé, Togo, following a diversion caused by bad weather in Abuja. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, raised the alarm over the situation in a statement posted on his X account on Thursday night. Keyamo revealed that the Air France Read More

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7 h. ago Minister says numerous road networks evidence NDDC is up and doing

… Flags off road linking Rivers, Abia, Akwa Ibom, commissions roads in Oyigbo LGA A minister of the federal republic read more Minister says numerous road networks evidence NDDC is up and doing

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7 h. ago APC in FCT poised for victory in upcoming elections – Minister

Tribune Online APC in FCT poised for victory in upcoming elections – Minister Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud has declared that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the nation's capital, Abuja, is more focused and determined to win the six area councils in the forthcoming area council elections and the general elections. APC in FCT poised for victory in upcoming elections – Minister Tribune Online

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9 h. ago FG unveils policies to accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition goals

The Federal Government on Thursday unveiled the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Integrated Resources Plan (NIRP) to accelerate energy read more FG unveils policies to accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition goals

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10 h. ago Nigeria loses 40 meters of land annually to coastal erosion—Minister

Southern Nigeria is losing between 30 to 40 meters of land to coastal erosion every year, a crisis that demands urgent intervention, according to the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji. The Minister made the revelation in a statement on Thursday issued by the Director of Media and Corporate Communications at the National Read More

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10 h. ago FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister

Tribune Online FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister The Federal Government has announced plans to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas to expand access to telecommunications services and improve digital connectivity across the country. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, made this known after leading Airtel executives on a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential […] FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Monarch lauds Ekiti Speaker for restoring electricity in community

Tribune Online Monarch lauds Ekiti Speaker for restoring electricity in community The Owa of Odo Ayedun Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Oba Solomon Ilesanmi Ajibade, has hailed the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Adeoye Aribasoye, for restoring electricity to the community after experiencing perpetual power outages for years. The monarch in a commendation letter he signed and dated February 25, 2025, which […] Monarch lauds Ekiti Speaker for restoring electricity in community Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’

Tribune Online Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ …describes Thursday’s event as Uncalled for, charade and embrassment  The 36 lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly loyal to the Speaker, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, have called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to communicate their stand regarding the speakership tussle in the house as against rumours making rounds.  The Spokesman […] Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Starmer slams Badenoch over aids cut, says she is desperate for relevance

Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, has strongly rebuked opposition leader Kemi Badenoch after she claimed he had followed her read more Starmer slams Badenoch over aids cut, says she is desperate for relevance

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12 h. ago Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants

Tribune Online Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants He stated, "In this digital age, we are presented with an incredible array of opportunities to engage, educate, and uplift our younger generation. Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Alia’s Removal Of Benue CJ, Suspension Of Lawmakers Height Of Illegality – APC Forum

The Benue South All Progressives Congress (APC) has called the removal of Benue State Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, and the suspension of some members of the State Assembly as the height of illegality in the state. The forum further berated and condemned recent developments, which included alleged state-backed thuggery in Benue State. In a […]

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13 h. ago Badenoch searching for relevance, appointed self ‘saviour of western civilisation’ – UK PM Starmer

United Kingdom Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has described Tory leader, Kemi Badenoch, as a “self-appointed saviour of Western civilisation.” The UK leader also dismissed Badenoch’s assertion that he had followed her advice on cutting the aid budget. Badenoch had stated that Starmer had acted on her recommendation to reduce aid spending while questioning inconsistencies in Read More

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13 h. ago PICTORIAL: Aiyedatiwa Inaugurates Cabinet, Tasks Members On Delivery Of Promises

Ondo State governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Thursday swore in members of his cabinet, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to rapid and effective governance. Governor Aiyedatiwa also stated that his team is in a hurry to fulfil the promises made to the people during the electioneering campaign. The governor stated this on Thursday during the swearing-in […]

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