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UK asylum deal applies only to illegal Nigerian migrants, not foreigners — Presidency

UK asylum deal applies only to illegal Nigerian migrants, not foreigners — Presidency

“The Nigerian government is not taking back non-Nigerians. The UK government is not compelling Nigeria to take those who are not our citizens. This clarification becomes necessary because of those who have already revved up their misinformation machinery.”
Police launch probe as Delta condemns assaults on women at Ozoro festival

Police launch probe as Delta condemns assaults on women at Ozoro festival

Photos: Tinubu at Eid el-Fitr prayer in Lagos

Photos: Tinubu at Eid el-Fitr prayer in Lagos

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Oyo ADC chairmen dismiss alleged hijack of party structure

Oyo ADC chairmen dismiss alleged hijack of party structure

The forum unanimously passed a vote of confidence in the State Chairman, Alhaji Yinka Olona, applauding his stewardship and contributions towards consolidating the party’s presence across the state.

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Blessing same-sex marriage against God's law, cultural sensibilities of Nigerians - Catholic bishops

Eid: Nigeria needs moral reset now — Catholic Bishops

The goodwill message, issued to mark the end of Ramadan, quickly shifts into a broader national appeal, using the rare alignment of Christian and Muslim fasting periods this year to press for shared responsibility, interfaith solidarity, and a renewed commitment to justice, truth, and the common good at a critical moment for the country.

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The 2026 Digital Leap: How Mobile Architecture is Unifying Africa’s Entertainment Economy

As we navigate the first half of 2026, the “Silicon Lagoon” of Lagos is no longer just a local success story; it has become the blueprint for a continent-wide digital revolution. From the fintech corridors of Abuja to the emerging tech hubs in East Africa, the focus has shifted from mere internet penetration to high-performance […]

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2027: I won’t write off Obi, Amaechi, Atiku despite ‘no new ideas’ – Ndume

2027: I won’t write off Obi, Amaechi, Atiku despite ‘no new ideas’ – Ndume

He said, “I am not worried because nobody is coming up with something new. Everybody is talking about it is either Bola Ahmed Tinubu or Atiku or Amaechi or Peter Obi. I don’t see anything that they put on the table.

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Hezbollah denies UAE accusations of having network in country

Hezbollah denies UAE accusations of having network in country

In recent years, the Lebanese government has had tensions with Gulf states, which have expressed concern about Hezbollah projecting influence outside of Lebanon.

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League Cup final a ‘big moment’ for Man City, says Guardiola

League Cup final a ‘big moment’ for Man City, says Guardiola

Pep Guardiola believes Sunday’s League Cup final against Arsenal is the acid test of his side’s “level” as Manchester City aim to get their season back on track.

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Ronaldo: 'I'll retire soon'

Injured Ronaldo misses Portugal World Cup friendlies

“Everything Cristiano has done physically during this season shows that he’s going through an excellent spell and that there are no physical problems.

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10 countries with the most billionaires in 2026

10 countries with the most billionaires in 2026

India has solidified its place as a major wealth hub with around 229 to 308 billionaires. It is one of the fastest-growing countries for new billionaires, led by titans like Mukesh Ambani.

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NiDCOM boss mourns as US accident kills Nigerian mum, 2 kids

NiDCOM boss mourns as US accident kills Nigerian mum, 2 kids

By Folarin Kehinde  The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed deep grief over the death of a Nigerian woman, Nihinloluwa Agoro, and her two children, Temiloluwa and Isaac, in a fatal road accident in Fort Bend County. Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement issued by the Commission’s Head of Media, Public Relations […]

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Makinde urges stronger national cohesion

Makinde urges stronger national cohesion

…says collective prayers sustain Oyo’s peace By Adeola Badru Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has called for stronger national cohesion, emphasising that unity across religious and cultural divides remained vital to Nigeria’s stability, as he credited the sustained peace in Oyo State to the collective prayers of its people. Delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message on Friday […]

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Politics

Tinubu fed Momodu for 40yrs but he didn’t support him – Fani-Kayode

Tinubu fed Momodu for 40yrs but he didn’t support him – Fani-Kayode

“Unlike Dele, I did not benefit from him (Tinubu) for close to 40 years, eat from his plate, or collect handouts from him.
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Obi to FG: Stop excuses, act now on rising terror threats

‘Who looks more like a pig? – Fani-Kayode and Dele Momodu clash again

‘Who looks more like a pig? – Fani-Kayode and Dele Momodu clash again

Kwankwasiyya Movement raises alarm over conflicting court rulings, urges judicial reforms

Kwankwasiyya Movement raises alarm over conflicting court rulings, urges judicial reforms

2027: Gbenga Hashim moves to court Makinde as PDP power blocs realign

2027: Gbenga Hashim moves to court Makinde as PDP power blocs realign

Metro

Transport moguls shift focus to vehicle assembling amid declining passenger turnout

Transport moguls shift focus to vehicle assembling amid declining passenger turnout

Nigerian transport magnates are diversifying into vehicle assembly as they look for new ways to sustain their businesses amidst a significant drop
Sultan of Sokoto Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III

Maiduguri Bombings: Don’t wait for attacks, take war to them — Sultan tells military

Why we handed quit notice to Almajirai in Igboland ― INC

Why Almajirai are infiltrating Abuja

Troops neutralise 80 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters in Borno’s Mallam Fatori

Troops neutralise 80 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters in Borno’s Mallam Fatori

20kg Cocaine Shipment: Court convicts 10 Filipino Sailors, vessel, imposes $6m fine

20kg Cocaine Shipment: Court convicts 10 Filipino Sailors, vessel, imposes $6m fine

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10 countries with the most billionaires in 2026

10 countries with the most billionaires in 2026

Nigerian newspapers review: Fresh fears of higher petrol price as crude hits $114 per barrel

Nigerian newspapers review: Fresh fears of higher petrol price as crude hits $114 per barrel

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, March 20, 2026

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, March 20, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, March 20, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, March 20, 2026

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Tinubu appoints Jim Ovia as chairman, Nigerian Education Loan Fund

JIM OVIA: A fitting tribute

Decades into his career, Jim Ovia’s influence is evident in every facet of Nigerian banking. The shift to digital systems, the rise of electronic transactions, and the seamless integration of technology
NDDC Under Ogbuku: Transforming the Niger Delta

NDDC Under Ogbuku: Transforming the Niger Delta

OLUWATOBI AJAYI: Redefining mobility and manufacturing in Africa

OLUWATOBI AJAYI: Redefining mobility and manufacturing in Africa

Samuel Adedoyin: From petty trading to conglomerate owner

Samuel Adedoyin: From petty trading to conglomerate owner

Nasir Idris and transformation of education in Kebbi State

Nasir Idris and transformation of education in Kebbi State

Columns

Donu Kogbara

Bursting the BATified bubble! By Donu Kogbara

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ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene

ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene

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Washington’s three blind mice, see how they destroy the world, by Owei Lakemfa

Washington’s three blind mice, see how they destroy the world, by Owei Lakemfa

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Misplaced tears over Iranian leaders when blood flows in Nigeria, by Adekunle Adekoya

Misplaced tears over Iranian leaders when blood flows in Nigeria, by Adekunle Adekoya

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Olu Fasan

Prebendalism: Tinubu is ‘governing’ for the few, not the many! By Olu Fasan

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Let’s cut Tinubu some slack, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

Let’s cut Tinubu some slack, by Ikechukwu Amaechi

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Press Freedom Day: Combat fake news or be consumed by it – Dr. Ruth Oji

The delivery paradox: Why knowing your material isn’t enough, by Ruth Oji

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Entertainment

US actor Chuck Norris hospitalised in Hawaii

US actor Chuck Norris hospitalised in Hawaii

Norris turned 86 last week, marking the event with a video of him boxing on social media and saying "I don't age. I level up."
Labubu creators hope for monster film hit in Sony co-production

Labubu creators hope for monster film hit in Sony co-production

Papa Ajasco’s claim of being broke untrue, says Wale Adenuga

Papa Ajasco’s claim of being broke untrue, says Wale Adenuga

‘Behind The Scenes’ emerges highest-grossing Nollywood film in UK, Ireland

‘Behind The Scenes’ emerges highest-grossing Nollywood film in UK, Ireland

Burna Boy becomes first African artist with highest concert revenue

Burna Boy emerges first African artiste to gross $3m in Oceania tour 

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The 2026 Digital Leap: How Mobile Architecture is Unifying Africa’s Entertainment Economy

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Tecno Launches Camon 50 Series With Flagship Camera Power, Ai Productivity And Exclusive Launch Gifts

3 seconds vs 48 hours: We timed every major crypto casino’s withdrawals

3 seconds vs 48 hours: We timed every major crypto casino’s withdrawals

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The TECNO CAMON 50 Series Launches as the Pocket Imaging Master and Productivity Engine for a New Generation.

Videos

‘I slept in that building; it was strong’ – Resident reacts to Lagos school building collapse

‘I slept in that building; it was strong’ – Resident reacts to Lagos school building collapse

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2021: Fela in early lead

Historically: Fela’s Kalakuta Republic demolished, religious faithfuls commence annual fasting

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

ICYMI

First Lady Tinubu to preach at Lambeth Palace during UK visit

First Lady Tinubu to preach at Lambeth Palace during UK visit

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, is set to preach at Lambeth Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, on Thursday, as President Bola Tinubu undertakes Nigeria's first state visit to the United Kingdom in nearly four decades.
Nigerian newspapers review: [Maiduguri explosions] Survivors recount ordeals; service chiefs relocate to Borno

Nigerian newspapers review: [Maiduguri explosions] Survivors recount ordeals; service chiefs relocate to Borno

Ebonyi boundary crisis: 4 alleged severed heads yet to be recovered

Ebonyi boundary crisis: 4 alleged severed heads yet to be recovered

Terrorists threaten to kill 32 abducted Kaduna villagers over N30m ransom

Terrorists threaten to kill 32 abducted Kaduna villagers over N30m ransom

Iranian drones are hard to stop

Iranian drones are hard to stop

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Rabies

Cartoon: Rabies

Cartoon: Iran and Agege bread

Cartoon: Iran and Agege bread

Cartoon: 'I have renewed hope'

Cartoon: ‘I have renewed hope’

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Business

Eyesan takes over at NUPRC

IWD:Energy firms charged on appointing women to top positions

By Sebastine Obasi The Chief Executive Officer of Falcon Corporation Limited, Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, has called on Nigeria’s energy industry to deepen its commitment to appointing women to top leadership positions, particularly across the gas value chain, as the sector commemorates International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026. Audrey made this call as part of the global celebration of […]
Shippers Council intervenes as freight forwarders picket firm over tariff hike

Shippers Council intervenes as freight forwarders picket firm over tariff hike

Middle East: Nigeria records highest fuel price hike globally—REPORT

Middle East: Nigeria records highest fuel price hike globally—REPORT

Nigeria’s Balance of Payment falls 38% to $4.23bn in 2025

Nigeria’s Balance of Payment falls 38% to $4.23bn in 2025

Interest rates on bank loans rising — says 42% Nigerians

Interest rates on bank loans rising — says 42% Nigerians

Health

L-R: Head of Dentistry, Federal Ministry of Health, Dr. Gloria Uzoigwe; Brand Manager, Pepsodent, Lauretta Amie; President, Nigerian Dental Association, Dr. Emedom Elias; Head of Corporate Affairs, Communications & Sustainability, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Zainab Obagun; Head of Supply Chain, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Abayomi Alli and Marketing Manager, Oral Care, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Elvis Twumasi, during a Press Conference to announce the celebration of the 2026 World Oral Health Day by Pepsodent in Lagos today.

Dentists, Unilever target 50m Nigerians for oral healthcare drive

Ramadan giving: Bruhm reaches out to communities with food, hope

Ramadan giving: Bruhm reaches out to communities with food, hope

Counterfeit cancer drugs: NAFDAC raises alarm over fake Avastin, Tecentriq

Counterfeit cancer drugs: NAFDAC raises alarm over fake Avastin, Tecentriq

Dentists, Unilever target 50m Nigerians for oral healthcare drive

Dentists, Unilever target 50m Nigerians for oral healthcare drive

Sports

League Cup final a ‘big moment’ for Man City, says Guardiola

League Cup final a ‘big moment’ for Man City, says Guardiola

Pep Guardiola believes Sunday's League Cup final against Arsenal is the acid test of his side's "level" as Manchester City aim to get their season back on track.
Ronaldo: 'I'll retire soon'

Injured Ronaldo misses Portugal World Cup friendlies

England recall Mainoo, Maguire for pre-World Cup matches

England recall Mainoo, Maguire for pre-World Cup matches

Salah to miss Liverpool’s clash with Brighton

Salah to miss Liverpool’s clash with Brighton

FIFA mandates inclusion of more female coaches in women’s competitions

FIFA mandates inclusion of more female coaches in women’s competitions

Relationships

Forty years? More like a lifetime!          

Facts your son needs to know about handling a woman

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

Special Report

Displaced: 3.726m Nigerians now in 3,900 camps over insecurity

Displaced: 3.726m Nigerians now in 3,900 camps over insecurity

Borno, the epicentre of the insurgency, systematically shut down many camps and resettled residents in their communities.

Ihiala’s Benin-linked history: Don’t take us back to ancient claims, Igwe Oluoha’s next in command warns

Ihiala’s Benin-linked history: Don’t take us back to ancient claims, Igwe Oluoha’s next in command warns

Anybody who was not alive by 1556 or thereabout, or who did not discuss with anyone alive then, is giving us folk tale where the tortoise invited the elephant to a wedding”

Inside PDP's marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

Inside PDP’s marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

On Thursday, February 12, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja – from 9 a.m. till about 8 p.m., a 3-man panel headed by Mohammed Ambi‑Usi Danjuma

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Perhaps Lady Cordelia Ogbonne Anibeze was prepared early for the life that would confront her in later years.

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Technology

Facebook, TikTok, X face another ban in Nigeria if….

Facebook, TikTok, X face another ban in Nigeria if….

A young man wakes up in the morning and hits the streets of Lagos to look for daily bread. His mind is on unpaid school fees of his children, the food that will be on the table the next day and how the shelter over his head will still remain after incessant rent increments.

HealthTech: inDrive drivers to access telemedicine services directly from app

HealthTech: inDrive drivers to access telemedicine services directly from app

Global mobility and urban services platform inDrive has empowered their drivers with access to affordable telemedicine services directly through the inDrive app.

From ideas to validation: How startups can structure pathways

From ideas to validation: How startups can structure pathways

Nigeria’s startup ecosystem has grown into one of Africa’s most vibrant innovation hubs, producing globally recognised companies and attracting billions of dollars in investment. From fintech platforms to health and logistics, startups are solving everyday problems and young technology companies have become a key driver of the country’s digital economy.

NativeID: Digital identity ‘ll protect Nigerian businesses from impersonations

NativeID: Digital identity ‘ll protect Nigerian businesses from impersonations

Nigerian businesses lose thousands of customers annually not to poor products, but to the sheer friction of being found.

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Education

Bullying: Parents, schools have more work to do to stop it — Stakeholders

Bullying: Parents, schools have more work to do to stop it — Stakeholders

Some students of Igbinedion Senior Secondary School, Benin, Edo State, almost beat some of their junior colleagues to stupor

PTA levy: 350 staff in S’West unity colleges may lose jobs — Somefun

PTA levy: 350 staff in S’West unity colleges may lose jobs — Somefun

Ayopo Somefun is the South-West Zonal Co-ordinator of Parent Teacher Association of Unity Colleges, and also the Chairman of PTA of Federal Government Technical College, Ijebu Imushin

FCE Abeokuta don, NGOs rally students to break culture of silence

FCE Abeokuta don, NGOs rally students to break culture of silence

By Tunde Oso The Head of Department of Theatre Arts at the Federal College of Education Abeokuta, Ogun State, Dr Adeniyi Oluwadamilare, alongside some non-governmental organisations, has rallied students to break the culture of silence and speak out on challenges threatening their future. The call was made during a sensitisation programme tagged: Ajose Campus Acoustic Session, […]

FUT Minna alumni allege moves by Niger govt to takeover N7trn campus

FUT Minna alumni allege moves by Niger govt to takeover N7trn campus

“The assets currently on the Bosso campus, which include research centres, staff quarters and laboratories, are worth over N7 trillion”

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