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Lagos Amateur Golf Open Set To Mark 65 Years Of Unbroken Sponsorship
The 65th edition of the FirstBank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship will hold at the Golf Section of Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos in November, extending the bank’s sponsorship of the competition to 65 consecutive years.…
UNODC: Terrorist Groups Use Sexual Violence to Terrorise, Control their Victims
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Country Representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Cheikh Toure, has said terrorist groups deliberately use sexual and gender-based violence to
2-Day Villa Summit Signals Tinubu’s Seriousness About Sports – Adeboye
President Bola Tinubu’s decision to host a two-day grassroots sports summit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, demonstrates his commitment to developing the sector, Senior Special Assistant on Grassroots Sports…
Architects’ institute inducts 40 new members, urges compliance with building standards
The Architects, Artisans and Construction Managers Institute of Nigeria has inducted over 40 new members in Abuja, urging them to uphold building standards Read More:…
Anambra man’s arrest linked to cyberbullying, not filming attack — Police
The Enugu State Police Command says it arrested Ani Chidi over cyberbullying complaints and not for filming a gun attack on an NDC political meeting. Read More:…
Tinubu Congratulates Oba Of Benin On 10th Anniversary, 73rd Birthday
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, on his 10th anniversary on the throne and 73rd birthday. The President, in a statement personally signed by him, extended his…
ABUAD, United Nigeria airlines boss seek education reform
ABUAD Chancellor Afe Babalola and United Nigeria Airlines boss Obiora Okonkwo have called for reforms to align Nigeria’s education system with its needs. Read More:…
The Signal: The Opposition Has A Numbers Problem. Tinubu Has A Trust Problem
Tinubu has the stronger political machinery, his opponents have an opportunity to challenge his record, but neither machinery nor criticism alone is enough to earn the confidence of the electorate. The post The Signal:…
Fasoranti: My father had covenant with God to die at 100 – Son
Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, the eldest child of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, said that his father had a covenant with God to die at the age of 100. The post Fasoranti: My father had…
Peller warns Yoruba, Igbo against marrying within their tribes
Popular Nigerian streamer Peller has stirred debate with his controversial advice to Yoruba and Igbo people about choosing their future spouses..
Find out new rates as Dangote reduces cooking gas price
Dangote Refinery has reduced its cooking gas price, while other depots charge more and retail prices reach higher levels across Nigerian locations.
Scholars To Discuss Social Criticism In Olu Obafemi’s Works
Scholars from Nigerian and international universities will examine the role of creativity in social criticism at the fourth annual colloquium of the Federal University Lokoja (FUL), scheduled for November 11, 2026. The…
EPA Expresses Shock Over Proposed Relocation Of Psychiatric Hospital From Kogi Central
The Ebira People’s Association (EPA), the umbrella body representing Ebira people at home and in the diaspora, has expressed shock over reports suggesting resistance to the proposed psychiatric hospital in Kogi Central…
Edo breaks regional barriers, picks 10 Qur’anic reciters for national contest
In a move to broaden participation in Islamic religious education and promote inclusion, Edo State has selected 10 Qur’anic reciters to represent it at the 2026 National Musaabaqah, scheduled for Jigawa State in…
DESTMA warns officers over viral video, orders retraining
Some traffic marshals of the Delta State Traffic Management Authority (DESTMA) involved in an enforcement operation captured in a viral video have been reprimanded following allegations of misconduct and damage to a…
No agent can guarantee you visa, German embassy warns Nigerian applicants
The German Embassy in Nigeria has warned applicants that no agent can guarantee a visa, stating it does not work with intermediaries and decisions are meri Read More:…
Nobody twisted your statement, Onanuga tackles Obi over diaspora comments
President Tinubu’s aide, Bayo Onanuga, has faulted Peter Obi’s explanation of his remarks about Nigerians abroad, insisting his original message was not tw Read More:…
Spotify Launches Audiobooks In Nigeria With ₦2,300 Add-On
Spotify has introduced audiobooks in Nigeria, allowing listeners to find books alongside music and podcasts on its app. The rollout began on October 14, giving Nigerians another way to enjoy books while commuting,…
Counterfeiters will continue unless death penalty is imposed — Onanuga
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga says counterfeiters will not stop their activities until the death penalty is imposed, following a NAFDAC raid in Aba. Read More:…
Peggy Ovire celebrates first birthday after split from Frederick Leonard with heartfelt post
Peggy Ovire marked her birthday with a prayer of gratitude, sharing how she is learning to welcome joy and trust God after her separation from Frederick Leonard
Student loans voluntary, not compulsory for tertiary students — NELFUND
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has clarified that accessing student loans is voluntary and not compulsory for tertiary institution students. Read More:…
Wizkid gets unexpected street encounter in Beverly Hills as man tells him about his Spotify streams
Afrobeas star Wizkid's laid-back reaction goes viral after a content creator stops him in Beverly Hills to celebrate his 1.3 billion Spotify streams milestone.
Police arrest two robbery suspects in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers following a robbery incident in Birshi Gandu, recovering stolen valuables. Read More:…
UNICAL admission portal: check admission status, admission checker PIN and next steps (2026/2027)
How well do you know the UNICAL admission portal? Learn how to check the admission status and the next steps to follow after your application has been accepted.
Ebola: Ogun Steps Up Surveillance, Says No Case Recorded In State
The government urged residents to remain vigilant, observe preventive measures and avoid panic or the spread of unverified information. The post Ebola: Ogun Steps Up Surveillance, Says No Case Recorded In State appeared…
LAPO reaches 5.5 million Nigerians with cancer awareness, offers free breast, cervical prostate screening in Edo
The Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) says it has reached more than 5.5 million people with cancer prevention education, awareness and advocacy as it intensifies efforts to promote early detection and improve…
Over 30 Suspected Sex Workers Arrested In Ebonyi, Hard Drugs Recovered
The arrests were made on Tuesday during a joint enforcement operation led by the Commissioner for Capital City Development and Urban Planning, Richard Ugo Idike, alongside the Commissioner for Internal Security, Prince…
How One-Chance Syndicate Drained Police Officer’s Wife’s Account In Abuja
A woman who boarded a taxi at the AYA Roundabout in Abuja on 7 August 2026 ended up in the hands of an alleged one-chance syndicate that robbed her of her mobile phone and transferred all the money in her account before…
EPL: FRC takes over inquiries into Man City accounting irregularities- Report
The Financial Reporting Council has confirmed it is now leading inquiries into accounting irregularities at Manchester City, a report has said. Read More:…