5 h. ago S’Court’s judgment fails to seal LG autonomy seven months after verdict

Seven months after the Supreme Court delivered its landmark ruling granting full financial autonomy to local governments, implementation remains stalled amid political maneuvering and bureaucratic bottlenecks, ISMAEEL UTHMAN and OLUFEMI ADEDIRAN report The implementation of local government autonomy has faced numerous hurdles seven months after the Supreme Court judgment. Legal practitioners have expressed concerns that Read More

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5 h. ago Why govt should focus on primary, secondary education – Westerfield MD, Dosunmu

Managing Director of Westerfield College, Michael Dosunmu, speaks with BIODUN BUSARI about the school’s journey, from its origins in Lagos to its global expansion, including the recent unveiling of its branch in the United Kingdom What is the driving force behind the school’s expansion? The beauty of education, especially at such a high level, lies Read More

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5 h. ago Aborted dream: How corps member’s journey to NYSC camp ended in tragedy

Grace Afangideh’s sad story is not just one of personal tragedy but a heartbreaking reflection of the dangers faced by corps members sent to serve their nation, yet often left at the mercy of unsafe roads, insecurity, and a system that offers little protection, writes CHIJIOKE IREMEKA Haunted by fears of road accidents and kidnapping, Read More

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8 h. ago “If Lookman Trains To Improve On Penalties, He’ll Become Our First Penalty Taker” – Atalanta Coach

Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini has reacted to the recent misunderstanding between him and Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman over penalty miss. Recall that the Italian side were eliminated from the UEFA Champions League during the knockout playoffs on Wednesday, after losing 5-2 on aggregate to Belgian opposition Club Brugge. READ MORE: “Being Singled Out Hurts” […] The post “If Lookman Trains To Improve On Penalties, He’ll Become Our First Penalty Taker” – Atalanta Coach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline 

Tribune Online Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline  The use of injured soldiers highlights Moscow’s attempts to manage its manpower crisis without resorting to a wider mobilisation, which could provoke backlash from Russia’s urban middle classes.  Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline  Tribune Online

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12 h. ago I Didn’t Mean To Offend Lookman, Says Atalanta Coach Gasperini

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has clarified that he didn’t intend to offend his player Ademola Lookman. Gasperini infuriated Lookman after criticising the Nigerian international for taking a penalty in Tuesday night’s home loss to Club Brugge. The Italian declared that the striker was “one of the worst penalty kick takers” he had ever seen. […]

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14 h. ago EPL: Man United fight back to secure dramatic draw at Everton

Manchester United on Saturday staged a late comeback to earn a 2-2 dramatic draw at Everton after they looked set to plunge deeper into crisis at Goodison Park. Everton’s resurgence under their returning manager David Moyes – formerly of United – looked set to continue as they exerted total domination in the first 45 minutes Read More

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15 h. ago Amorim admits Moyes reviving Everton better than his efforts at United

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has acknowledged that David Moyes is doing a better job in reviving Everton compared to read more Amorim admits Moyes reviving Everton better than his efforts at United

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16 h. ago Court Remands Motorist For Alleged Assault Of Traffic Officers In Oyo

A driver, Oke Ademola, has been remanded in a Correctional Centre by an Oyo State Mobile Court for allegedly assaulting two officers of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA). The incident occurred at the Agodi Gate Bus Stop in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where Ademola was accused of physically attacking two OYRTMA […]

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18 h. ago Court remands motorist for assaulting two Oyo traffic officers

A driver, Oke Ademola, has been remanded in prison by an Oyo State Mobile Court for allegedly assaulting two officers of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority. The incident occurred at the Agodi Gate Bus Stop, where Ademola was accused of physically attacking OYRTMA officers, Kareem Yakubu and Ogunjimi Ayotunde. Ademola, who was driving Read More

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18 h. ago Missing Persons Crisis: Urgent Call For Action From Government, Security Agencies

The issue of missing persons in Nigeria is a long-standing challenge that requires urgent attention from both society and the government at all levels. Amidst the numerous security challenges the country faces, this problem highlights the nation’s broader insecurity and the failure to implement effective tracking systems. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) […]

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18 h. ago Court remands driver for assaulting OYRTMA officers in Ibadan 

From Taiwo Oluwadare,  Ibadan An Oyo State Mobile Court has ordered the remand of a motorist, Oke Ademola, in prison for allegedly assaulting two officers of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA). The incident occurred at Agodi Gate Bus Stop, where Ademola was accused of physically attacking officers Kareem Yakubu and Ogunjimi Ayotunde. […] The post Court remands driver for assaulting OYRTMA officers in Ibadan  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago How Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man, built his wealth, owning 268 companies and managing family

Johann Rupert, South Africa’s wealthiest man, is more than just a billionaire that has stakes in about 268 companies. He read more How Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man, built his wealth, owning 268 companies and managing family

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19 h. ago Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles

Omowunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has shared more about her relationship with his family. She also spoke on the demand for a paternity test on their son, Liam, and the ongoing fight for justice for her late husband. Speaking on TVC’s Your View programme on Friday, Wunmi […] The post Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach

Tribune Online SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach In a remarkable demonstration of community service and social responsibility, the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Ibadan Chapter, in collaboration with the Oyo State Hospital Management Board, organized a Free Medical Outreach aimed at providing essential healthcare services to the public. The initiative, which took place in Ibadan, brought together medical professionals, volunteers, […] SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach Tribune Online

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19 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s industrial growth lies in harnessing natural gas, says Optimera Energy CEO

Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, Managing Director of Optimera Energy, has shared her perspective on how businesses can position themselves to thrive in read more Nigeria’s industrial growth lies in harnessing natural gas, says Optimera Energy CEO

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20 h. ago Diversification: FG Seeks China’s Cooperation To Strengthen Economy

The federal government is seeking the assistance of the People’s Republic of China in the diversification of its economy, especially relating to industrialisation. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu disclosed this in her office in Abuja, when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, paid her a courtesy visit, a statement issued […]

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21 h. ago Safety Of Your Funds In Banks Guaranteed, NDIC Assures Depositors

Managing director and chief executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) Bello Hassan has assured that with strict regulations put in place by the corporation, depositors need not worry about the safety of their money in the country’s banks. He gave the assurance at the NDIC’s Special Day at the ongoing 46th edition of […]

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21 h. ago Analysts Seek Effective Implementation Of Fiscal, Tax Reforms

Agusto & Co, a Pan-African credit rating and research agency, has provided insights on ongoing tax reforms and outlook for the domestic economy. Industry leaders, policymakers, and economic experts converged on Agusto & Co’s 2025 Economic Roundtable to discuss critical issues shaping the African economy, with a particular focus on Nigeria’s economic trajectory. Held in […]

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