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Nigeria Must Build Local Military Hardware For Security, Says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has underscored the need to strengthen indigenous production of military hardware, describing it as essential to Nigeria’s security and national development. Speaking in Abuja on Friday at the graduation ceremony of Course 33 of the National Defence College (NDC),

August 23, 2025

Economy·Headlines·News·News Update

NNPC, Gas Firms Seal 20-Year Supply Deals With NLNG

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and several upstream gas producers yesterday signed long-term Gas Supply Agreements (GSAs) with Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) for the supply of 1.29 billion standard cubic feet per day (bscf/d) of feed gas. At

by News Editor

August 23, 2025

News Update·Headlines·Politics

Breaking: Benue Assembly Suspends Four Lawmakers Over Alleged Speaker Impeachment Attempt

The Benue State House of Assembly has handed a six-month suspension to four of its members over allegations of plotting to remove the Speaker, Aondona Dajoh. Those affected are Alfred Berger (Makurdi North), Terna Shimawua (Kian), Cyril Ekong (Obi), and James Umoru

by News Editor

August 22, 2025

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Arsenal Set to Hijack Tottenham’s Move for Eze

Arsenal are closing in on a sensational swoop for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, threatening to derail Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of the England international in what could become one of the summer’s boldest transfer twists. Spurs were in pole position to sign

by Olatunji Olajide

August 21, 2025

News·News Update

Soludo Fires 8 Security Operatives For Assaulting Corps Member

The Anambra State Government has dismissed eight members of the Agunechemba Security outfit for assaulting and stripping a female corps member, Miss Jennifer Elobor. Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s Special Adviser on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, announced the decision on Wednesday in Awka. He

by News Editor

August 21, 2025

News Update

Ogun APC Suspends Gbenga Daniel, Kunle Folarin Over Misconduct

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has suspended former governor Gbenga Daniel and Hon. Kunle Folarin over alleged misconduct and anti-party activities. APC state spokesman, Nuberu Olufemi, confirmed the suspension, explaining that it was based on reports from the wards

by News Editor

August 21, 2025

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Alonso begins La Liga reign with a scrappy win against Osasuna

Xabi Alonso made a winning start as Real Madrid manager with a 1-0 victory over Osasuna at the Santiago Bernabeu, decided by Kylian Mbappe’s second-half penalty. The former midfielder, who played 236 times for the club, returned to lead Los Blancos after

by Olatunji Olajide

August 20, 2025

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EFCC Tightens Noose Around Former NNPCL CEO Over Alleged Fund Diversion

Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency has intensified its probe into alleged financial mismanagement within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). This has placed former Group Chief Executive Officer, (GCEO) Mele Kyari, under increased scrutiny in connection with the $7.2 billion earmarked for refinery

by News Editor

August 20, 2025

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Peter Obi Condemns Assault On NYSC Member, Demands Immediate Justice

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly denounced the reported assault of a female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Jennifer Elobor, by members of a local vigilante group in Anambra State. In a statement posted on his official X

by News Editor

August 20, 2025

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NYSC Condemns Assault On Corps Member In Anambra, Seeks Justice

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has condemned the physical assault of one of its members, Edema Elohor Jennifer (AN/24C/0626), in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by its management, the

by News Editor

August 20, 2025

News Update

Nigeria’s Telecom System Now Free Of Unregistered SIM Cards – NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has declared that there are no longer any unregistered SIM cards active within the country’s telecommunications system. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, the Commission’s Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida, described the development as a

by News Editor

August 19, 2025

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NCAA Grants Commercial Licence To Ogun’s Gateway International Airport

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially granted a commercial operational licence to the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport in Ogun State, marking a major milestone in the facility’s development and enabling it to begin flight operations. The confirmation was made on

by News Editor

August 19, 2025

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Nigeria’s Revenue Allocation Formula Set For Major Overhaul By Year End, Says RMAFC

The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has officially commenced a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s revenue sharing formula, marking the first major update in over three decades. The new framework is expected to be completed and implemented before the end of

by News Editor

August 19, 2025

News Update

Tinubu Arrives Tokyo For TICAD9 Summit

President Bola Tinubu touched down in Tokyo, Japan, in the early hours of Monday ahead of a series of official engagements, including his participation in the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9). According to the State House, Tinubu’s aircraft arrived

by News Editor

August 19, 2025

Politics·News·News Update

Akpabio Returns From London Trip, Refutes Health Concerns

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has returned to Nigeria after a brief stay in London. He has also firmly denied widespread rumours that he was seriously ill and receiving treatment in the UK. Prior to his visit to London, Akpabio had participated in

by News Editor

August 19, 2025

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Prove You’re Not Terrorists” — Falana Tells APC, PDP After Canadian Court Ruling

Renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has urged Nigeria’s two main political parties, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to urgently seek legal redress to clear their names after a Canadian

by News Editor

August 18, 2025

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News Update

Nigeria Must Build Local Military Hardware For Security, Says Tinubu

NNPC, Gas Firms Seal 20-Year Supply Deals With NLNG

Breaking: Benue Assembly Suspends Four Lawmakers Over Alleged Speaker Impeachment Attempt

Arsenal Set to Hijack Tottenham’s Move for Eze

Soludo Fires 8 Security Operatives For Assaulting Corps Member

Ogun APC Suspends Gbenga Daniel, Kunle Folarin Over Misconduct

Alonso begins La Liga reign with a scrappy win against Osasuna

EFCC Tightens Noose Around Former NNPCL CEO Over Alleged Fund Diversion

Peter Obi Condemns Assault On NYSC Member, Demands Immediate Justice

NYSC Condemns Assault On Corps Member In Anambra, Seeks Justice

Nigeria’s Telecom System Now Free Of Unregistered SIM Cards – NCC

NCAA Grants Commercial Licence To Ogun’s Gateway International Airport

Nigeria’s Revenue Allocation Formula Set For Major Overhaul By Year End, Says RMAFC

Tinubu Arrives Tokyo For TICAD9 Summit

Akpabio Returns From London Trip, Refutes Health Concerns

Prove You’re Not Terrorists” — Falana Tells APC, PDP After Canadian Court Ruling

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