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Police arrest officer over Delta shooting, transfer case to Force HQ

Police arrest officer over Delta shooting, transfer case to Force HQ

The Delta State Police Command has arrested and transferred a police officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, to the Force Headquarters, Abuja,...

FG demands protection after xenophobics kill two Nigerians in South Africa

FG demands protection after xenophobics kill two Nigerians in South Africa

Court remands suspected coup plotters in DSS custody

Coup plot: Court orders speedy trial as tribunal resumes May

Outrage trails suspect’s public execution by police officers in Delta State

Outrage trails suspect’s public execution by police officers in Delta State

Nigerians need affordable fuel – Punch

Petrol price jumps by 22.55% in March

Kenyan President apologises to Nigerians over English accent jibe

Kenyan President apologises to Nigerians over English accent jibe

Economy: ₦1m salary worthless without stable Naira – NLC

Economy: ₦1m salary worthless without stable Naira – NLC

NBC threat to press freedom – Punch

Boko Haram kills 29 in Adamawa

Sanwo-Olu doubles Lagos students’ bursary

Lagos dismisses call for Sanwo-Olu’s resignation over rumoured ill-health

HEADLINES

Outrage trails suspect’s public execution by police officers in Delta State

Outrage trails suspect’s public execution by police officers in Delta State

Public outrage has erupted following the emergence of a disturbing video on social media showing the cold-blooded public killing of...

Economy: ₦1m salary worthless without stable Naira – NLC

Economy: ₦1m salary worthless without stable Naira – NLC

NBC threat to press freedom – Punch

Boko Haram kills 29 in Adamawa

Police rescue 17 abducted pupils of Kogi orphanage

Police rescue 17 abducted pupils of Kogi orphanage

Bandits displace 7 villages in Kebbi, Sokoto States

Bandits break into Kogi orphanage, abduct 23 children

Opposition parties unveil plans to field one presidential candidate in 2027

Opposition parties unveil plans to field one presidential candidate in 2027

FG suspends controversial 4% import duty levy

BREAKING: Tinubu sacks Wale Edun, Dangiwa as ministers

Kebbi military withdrawal: Purge the enemies within – Punch

FG files 13-count charge against six coup plotters

Borno govt rules out prosecution of repentant Boko Haram fighters

Reintegration of Repentant Terrorists: Nigerians furious – ‘Help victims before helping killers’

POLITICS

L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President, National Internet Registration Association, NIRA/ Council Member, during the Inauguration of the National Internet Protocol Version 6, (IPv6) Council Members, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State on the 23rd April 2026

L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President, National Internet Registration Association, NIRA/ Council Member, during the Inauguration of the National Internet Protocol Version 6, (IPv6) Council Members, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State on the 23rd April 2026

by The EditorApril 26 2026

L-R: Deputy Director, Legal and Regulatory Services, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Lawrence Abang; Plateau State Deputy Governor, Josephine Piyo; Executive Governor, Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang; Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC, Rimini Makama; Director, Digital Economy, NCC, Helen Obi during the Commission’s courtesy visit on the Plateau State Governor in Jos, Plateau State

L-R: Deputy Director, Legal and Regulatory Services, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Lawrence Abang; Plateau State Deputy Governor, Josephine Piyo; Executive Governor, Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang; Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC, Rimini Makama; Director, Digital Economy, NCC, Helen Obi during the Commission’s courtesy visit on the Plateau State Governor in Jos, Plateau State

by The EditorMarch 25 2026

L- R: Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Tony Emoekpere, President, Association of Telecom Companies of Nigeria, ATCON; Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, NCC; Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Muhammed Rudman, Vice President, ATCON/ CEO IXPN, during a courtesy visit by the ATCON Members on the 17th February 2026, at the Commission’s Headquarters, Abuja

L- R: Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Tony Emoekpere, President, Association of Telecom Companies of Nigeria, ATCON; Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, NCC; Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Muhammed Rudman, Vice President, ATCON/ CEO IXPN, during a courtesy visit by the ATCON Members on the 17th February 2026, at the Commission’s Headquarters, Abuja

by The EditorFebruary 21 2026

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

by The EditorNovember 19 2025

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

by The EditorNovember 19 2025

L-R: Project Manager, Africa-BroadBand (BB) Maps, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Dana Jon Kamason; Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Rimini Makama; Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, NCC, NCC; Dr. Aminu Maida; Deputy Ambassador, European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria, Zissmos Vergas; Head, Green and Digital Economy, EU Delegation to Nigeria, Inga Stefanowicz; and Project Officer, Africa-BB-Maps, ITU, Elind Sulmina, during a three-day National Broadband Mapping System held in Abuja this week (August 5-6, 2025).

L-R: Project Manager, Africa-BroadBand (BB) Maps, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Dana Jon Kamason; Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Rimini Makama; Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, NCC, NCC; Dr. Aminu Maida; Deputy Ambassador, European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria, Zissmos Vergas; Head, Green and Digital Economy, EU Delegation to Nigeria, Inga Stefanowicz; and Project Officer, Africa-BB-Maps, ITU, Elind Sulmina, during a three-day National Broadband Mapping System held in Abuja this week (August 5-6, 2025).

by The EditorAugust 7 2025

L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President, National Internet Registration Association, NIRA/ Council Member, during the Inauguration of the National Internet Protocol Version 6, (IPv6) Council Members, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State on the 23rd April 2026

L-R: Deputy Director, Legal and Regulatory Services, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Lawrence Abang; Plateau State Deputy Governor, Josephine Piyo; Executive Governor, Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang; Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC, Rimini Makama; Director, Digital Economy, NCC, Helen Obi during the Commission’s courtesy visit on the Plateau State Governor in Jos, Plateau State

L- R: Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Tony Emoekpere, President, Association of Telecom Companies of Nigeria, ATCON; Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, NCC; Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Muhammed Rudman, Vice President, ATCON/ CEO IXPN, during a courtesy visit by the ATCON Members on the 17th February 2026, at the Commission’s Headquarters, Abuja

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

L-R: Group Managing Director, United Bank for Africa, (UBA Plc) Oliver Alawuba; Winner, 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition and student of Igando Community Senior High School, Ebunoluwa Seth Oluwatimelehin; and Managing Director/CEO, UBA Foundation, during the grand finale of the 2025 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for senior school students in Nigeria held at UBA House, Lagos, on Tuesday.

L-R: Project Manager, Africa-BroadBand (BB) Maps, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Dana Jon Kamason; Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Rimini Makama; Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, NCC, NCC; Dr. Aminu Maida; Deputy Ambassador, European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria, Zissmos Vergas; Head, Green and Digital Economy, EU Delegation to Nigeria, Inga Stefanowicz; and Project Officer, Africa-BB-Maps, ITU, Elind Sulmina, during a three-day National Broadband Mapping System held in Abuja this week (August 5-6, 2025).

GOVERNANCE

JAMB releases first batch of 632,788 UTME results

2026 UTME: JAMB withholds scores, sets 320 for underage candidates

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified the growing confusion surrounding candidates receiving “No Result Yet” notifications, revealing...

LASTMA dismisses five, sanctions 14 officers for misconduct

LASTMA to introduce short code for traffic updates, complaints

Reps approve transfer of NSIB from aviation ministry to Presidency

Reps approve transfer of NSIB from aviation ministry to Presidency

FAAC shares N2.09tr to FG, states, local councils as October revenue

FAAC shares N2.04tn for March as revenue rises by N150bn

FG opens 2026 PTDF scholarship for engineering students

FG opens 2026 PTDF scholarship for engineering students

BUSINESS

UAE announces exit from OPEC, OPEC+

UAE announces exit from OPEC, OPEC+

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on Tuesday that it would withdraw from the OPEC and OPEC+ oil cartels on...

Nigerians need affordable fuel – Punch

Petrol price jumps by 22.55% in March

FG to waive airline debts as Tinubu intervenes in aviation fuel crisis

Jet fuel crisis: FG seeks 30-day credit window for airlines

NNPC refineries will never work again, says Obasanjo

NCC calls for effective protection of IP rights for economic growth

FINANCIAL CRIME

Police detain officer over alleged ₦10,000 extortion in Lagos

Financial Crimes

Police detain officer over alleged ₦10,000 extortion in Lagos

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the arrest and detention of a police officer accused of extorting a motorist...

EFCC decries murder of officer, labels suspect as armed Internet fraudster

EFCC alerts Nigerians to rise in impersonation scams, fake raids

NDLEA intercepts Europe-bound cocaine consignments

NDLEA secures 974 drug convictions

El-Rufai gets bail, court adjourns to April 21

Immigration boss suspends Lagos-Seme border commanders over extortion allegations

SPORTS

2026 World Cup: IFAB approves red cards for pitch walkouts, mouth-covering

2026 World Cup: IFAB approves red cards for pitch walkouts, mouth-covering

Football’s law-making body, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), has unanimously approved two new rule changes that could see players...

FIFA unveils official volunteer uniform for 2026 World Cup

FIFA unveils official volunteer uniform for 2026 World Cup

FIFA plans to reduce player bans with new yellow card system

FIFA plans to reduce player bans with new yellow card system

Anthony Joshua set for first fight since car accident

Former Nigerian striker Eneramo dies during match

THE CITIZEN INTERVIEW

INEC derecognition of ADC leaders inspired by Jagaban politics, says Ralph Nwosu

The Citizen Interview

INEC derecognition of ADC leaders inspired by Jagaban politics, says Ralph Nwosu

Former National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has alleged that the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC)...

Tinubu has incumbency advantage, but 2027 is still unpredictable – Saraki

Tinubu has incumbency advantage, but 2027 is still unpredictable – Saraki

2027 election will be Nigerians versus APC – ADC chieftain, Rhodes-Vivour

2027 election will be Nigerians versus APC – ADC chieftain, Rhodes-Vivour

Bystanders stole my money while I delivered Lagos pregnant woman – Biker, Enya

Bystanders stole my money while I delivered Lagos pregnant woman – Biker, Enya

December 27 2025

Students’ abduction: Kidnappers operated freely for two hours after soldiers withdrew – Kebbi district head, Dantani

Students’ abduction: Kidnappers operated freely for two hours after soldiers withdrew – Kebbi district head, Dantani

November 23 2025

SOCIETY

Veteran Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi dies in Abuja

Veteran Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi dies in Abuja

Veteran Nollywood actor and producer, Solomon Akiyesi, is dead. His death was confirmed on Monday by the President of the...

Patrick Doyle mourns loss of newborn daughter hours after birth

Patrick Doyle mourns loss of newborn daughter hours after birth

Nollywood actor Zubby Michael joins ADC, picks membership card

Nollywood actor Zubby Michael joins ADC, picks membership card

DJAN denies Burna Boy music ban from DJs playlists

DJAN denies Burna Boy music ban from DJs playlists

Golibe Ilechukwu debuts on Goodnews Naija’s ‘Building in Nigeria’ series

Golibe Ilechukwu debuts on Goodnews Naija’s ‘Building in Nigeria’ series

HUMAN INTEREST

Delta man hires gang to kidnap benefactor

Delta man hires gang to kidnap benefactor

A 31-year-old man, Chukwemeka Destiny, has been arrested by the Delta State Police Command for allegedly plotting the kidnap of...

Bandits demand ₦30m for kidnapped UNIJOS student

Bandits demand ₦30m for kidnapped UNIJOS student

A wave of fear and outrage has gripped Nigerians following the emergence of a disturbing video showing a kidnapped student...

Funeral planning platform launches in Nigeria

Funeral planning platform launches in Nigeria

Nigerian families can now plan burials, create lasting memorials, and find trusted service providers all in one place. Memories.ng, Nigeria...

Pastor raped me on church altar while removing seven marine spirits – Anambra schoolgirl

Pastor raped me on church altar while removing seven marine spirits – Anambra schoolgirl

Precious Okafor, a 16-year-old schoolgirl, who was allegedly raped by a pastor during a ‘special deliverance’ session, spoke at the...

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