79 m. ago INEC Staff Sang Farewell Praise, Not Dirge, For Yakubu – Spokesman

Rotimi Oyekanmi, spokesman of the immediate-past chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has dismissed reports suggesting that the staff of the commission sang a “funeral song” for his principal during his exit from office. Oyekanmi, who exited the commission alongside Yakubu, said the reports were a deliberate attempt to distort […]

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83 m. ago HAGO Africa Launches In Nigeria To Connect Millions To Verified Local Service Providers

  HAGO Africa, a fast-growing digital marketplace for services, has officially launched operations in Nigeria, making it easier, safer, and faster for customers to find trusted service providers, from everyday artisans to top-tier professionals.   The platform connects customers to verified vendors in their city, combining location-based search, an escrow payment system, and in-app chat […]

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89 m. ago Restore Natasha’s Rights, Privileges, Ezekwesili Tells Senate

Former Minister of Education, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, has urged the Nigerian Senate to fully restore the rights and privileges of the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing her earlier suspension as unjust and discriminatory. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, Ezekwesili said the lawmaker’s return to the Senate after a six-month […]

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93 m. ago Police Arrest 12 Suspects Over ARISE News Staff Somtochukwu’s Murder

  The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspected armed robbers allegedly responsible for the gruesome killing of Arise News Channel staff member, Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, during a robbery attack in Abuja. LEADERSHIP reports that the incident occurred in the early hours of September 29, 2025, […]

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1 hour ago Cross border trade: Kebbi Customs generates N25.66m in one month

Tribune Online Cross border trade: Kebbi Customs generates N25.66m in one month The Kebbi State Area Command of the Nigeria Customs, as at the end of September, generated a total revenue of N25.66 million... Cross border trade: Kebbi Customs generates N25.66m in one month Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Sowore Sets October 20 For Abuja Protest To Demand Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Activist and former African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has declared that a protest march calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will hold on October 20. Sowore announced the plan on his X account on Thursday, describing the march as “historic” and confirming that […] The post Sowore Sets October 20 For Abuja Protest To Demand Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria Loses $3.3bn To Oil Theft, Sabotage, Oil Firms Withold N1. 5trn Revenue —NEITI

This was revealed by the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Engr. Ogbonanya Orji, at the 2025 Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC) conference in Lagos on Thursday. The post Nigeria Loses $3.3bn To Oil Theft, Sabotage, Oil Firms Withold N1. 5trn Revenue —NEITI appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago “Stop Stressing Yourself With Daily Song Releases, Be Like Rihanna” – Slimcase To Afrobeats Singers

Nigerian singer Slimcase has urged Afrobeats artistes to slow down on releasing new songs, cautioning that the excessive frequency of music drops is making the genre “less exciting.” The singer, whose real name is Oluwafemi Oladapo, shared his concerns via his Instagram story, saying the Afrobeats scene is becoming “oversaturated.” He noted that many artistes […] The post “Stop Stressing Yourself With Daily Song Releases, Be Like Rihanna” – Slimcase To Afrobeats Singers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Wife Denies Allegations Of Murder Following Nigerian Army Officer’s Fatal Fire Incident

The Nigerian Army has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the death of Lieutenant Samson Haruna, a Regimental Medical Officer attached to 6 Battalion, 2 Brigade, Uyo. This is following a domestic fire incident involving his wife on September 22, 2025, witnessing the officer succumbing to severe burn injuries on October 6, 2025. In a statement […] The post Wife Denies Allegations Of Murder Following Nigerian Army Officer’s Fatal Fire Incident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Four Suspects Apprehended For Alleged Motorcycle Theft In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended four individuals for allegedly conspiring to steal motorcycles in various parts of the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun. According to the statement, on October 3, 2025, around 9 p.m., the police received a report that […] The post Four Suspects Apprehended For Alleged Motorcycle Theft In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago LASTMA Arrests Man For Impersonation, Extorting ₦7,800 From Lagos Motorist

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has arrested a 47-year-old man for allegedly posing as one of its officials and extorting ₦7,800 from an unsuspecting driver. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, revealed this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. He stated that the suspect was apprehended on Tuesday near the […] The post LASTMA Arrests Man For Impersonation, Extorting ₦7,800 From Lagos Motorist appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago CAN Confirms Christian Genocide By Terrorists In Nigeria, Begs International Community To Intervene

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has raised alarm over what it describes as a systematic genocide against Christians across parts of the country, particularly in the North. The group is calling on the international community to intervene urgently as the situation continues to deteriorate. In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, and […] The post CAN Confirms Christian Genocide By Terrorists In Nigeria, Begs International Community To Intervene appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Presidency Rejects World Bank’s Poverty Report, Says It Does Not Reflect Reality

The government described the poverty figure as “unrealistic” and disconnected from the country’s actual economic conditions. The post Presidency Rejects World Bank’s Poverty Report, Says It Does Not Reflect Reality appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago World University Rankings 2026: UI, UNILAG, Bayero top list of Nigeria’s best

The University of Ibadan, the University of Lagos and Bayero University led the list of Nigeria’s best universities according to read more World University Rankings 2026: UI, UNILAG, Bayero top list of Nigeria’s best

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2 h. ago Uche Nnaji: Certificate forgery undermines Nigeria’s democracy — Peter Obi

Tribune Online Uche Nnaji: Certificate forgery undermines Nigeria’s democracy — Peter Obi “As a matter of urgency, this is the time for a comprehensive national review of the qualification and background verification process for..." Uche Nnaji: Certificate forgery undermines Nigeria’s democracy — Peter Obi Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Like Trump, I don’t mind becoming Nigeria’s president at 78 — Orji Kalu

Tribune Online Like Trump, I don’t mind becoming Nigeria’s president at 78 — Orji Kalu “The question is not age, it’s competence. What is in my brain I need to deliver. It is not when or where it is how ready you are Like Trump, I don’t mind becoming Nigeria’s president at 78 — Orji Kalu Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Strike: FG’s appeal to shelve industrial action too late – ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has stated that the appeal from the federal government asking the union to suspend its scheduled strike came at a late hour. In an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’ on Thursday, ASUU President Chris Piwuna said the government is to blame for its slow response to […] The post Strike: FG’s appeal to shelve industrial action too late – ASUU appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Super Eagles Can Still Qualify For 2026 World Cup, Says Mikel

In a show of confidence ahead of the crucial matchday nine encounter between Nigeria and Lesotho, former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has insisted that the national team can still secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles are set to face the Crocodiless of Lesotho at the New Peter […]

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3 h. ago First Bank Celebrates Sporting Heritage As E1 Lagos GP Leaves Lasting Impression

Excited with the remarkable conclusion of the inaugural E1 Lagos Grand Prix, First Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to driving sporting innovation and continuing its legacy of support that strengthens the fabric of Nigeria’s vibrant sports community. Powered by First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the first E1 Lagos GP, an all-electric powerboat racing championship, marked […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu’s reforms are restoring economic stability, investor confidence, says Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s minister of foreign affairs, has said the country’s foreign policy is now firmly aligned with its economic read more Tinubu’s reforms are restoring economic stability, investor confidence, says Tuggar

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