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‘I’ll look for him’ — Joao Felix eyes assist for Ronaldo’s 1,000th goal
“It's an honor, honestly. We grew up watching Cristiano. He was our idol, someone we looked up to, and now I get to share these moments with
Sep 29, 2026
National Assembly to translate laws into Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, others
The National Assembly will soon deepen the digitisation of parliamentary records by translating Nigerian laws into Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba and o
Sep 29, 2026
Digital connectivity must translate into productivity – Oduwole
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, has called for increased investment in digital infrastructure. She said c
Sep 29, 2026
$700m minerals deal: Atiku demands details, asks if Tinubu signed what Ghana rejected
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has raised fundamental questions about the recent $700 million
Sep 29, 2026
Blackout: TCN explains cause of power outage in Port Harcourt, Rivers
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has explained why there is a power outage in parts of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. TCN, in a state
Sep 29, 2026
Jigawa govt blames failed bank transfer for delay in NECO results
The Jigawa State Government has attributed the delay in the release of National Examinations Council (NECO) results for students in public s
Sep 29, 2026
Security guard arrested over alleged sexual assault on toddler in Calabar school
The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old security guard following an allegation of sexual assault on a five-year-old
Sep 29, 2026
OPay wins two consumer awards, reaffirms nationwide trust
At the awards ceremony held on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, in Ikeja, Lagos, OPay emerged winner of the Most Trusted Brand Award (FinTech)
Sep 29, 2026
Odemwingie reveals how Nigeria’s men Olympic team ended up wearing Falcons’ kits in 2008
According to the former West Bromwich Albion forward, officials had apparently expected Nigeria to make an early exit and had already sent t
Sep 29, 2026
Mike Adenuga: The quiet force behind Nigeria’s economic transformation, By Dave Agboola
Mike Adenuga is more than a billionaire. He is a nation-builder, a disruptor, a patron of culture, and a powerful symbol of indigenous enter
Sep 29, 2026
School tied to history's greatest ruler reveals clues about his life before he rose to power
Archaeologists at Mieza in ancient Macedonia uncovered lecture rooms and mosaic floors within Royal Gymnasium complex long tied to Aristotle
Sep 29, 2026
WWE star Penta subtly pays tribute to Pac after wrestler's shocking death at 40
Penta wore "Pac" on his boot during "Monday Night Raw" as WWE and the wrestling world mourned Benjamin Satterley's sudden death at age 40.
Sep 29, 2026
2 Navy aviators eject during landing 'mishap' aboard USS Eisenhower, injuring 4 sailors
Two U.S. Navy aviators ejected while landing on USS Dwight D. Eisenhower off the coast of Virginia, and four sailors aboard were also injure
Sep 29, 2026
Judge Judy passed the torch to son Adam Levy with one blunt piece of advice
Adam Levy reveals the blunt advice his mother Judge Judy Sheindlin gave him before he took the bench on "Adam's Law" and how he confronts ne
Sep 29, 2026
New York Magazine's first 'Men's Style' issue features shirtless trans actor Elliot Page
Elliot Page appears shirtless in New York Magazine's first-ever men's style issue, sparking fierce debate over masculinity and fashion cover
Sep 29, 2026
FG targets 70% local production of essential medicines by 2030
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Monday in Lagos while declaring open the 8th Nigeria Ph
Sep 29, 2026
Why Peter Obi doesn’t deserve praise despite saving $150m – Anambra govt
The state of Anambra’s finances has long been a subject of debate, but the issue resurfaced recently when the Commissioner for Finance in th
Sep 29, 2026
I’m Here To Improve Quality Of Lives Of Lagosians, Not Pad Budget — GRV
The ADC governorship candidate expressed confidence that Lagosians would support him, saying he has remained consistent in his ideas on how
Sep 29, 2026
Civil Service Union Honours Tinubu With Shield Award For Workers’ Welfare
The Shield Award is the union’s highest honour and is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service and dedication to t
Sep 29, 2026
You Can Get Away With Anything In Nigeria With The Right Political Connections – Sanusi
He said reviewing existing laws to identify weaknesses and address unexplained wealth was important, but stressed that better implementation
Sep 29, 2026
Nigeria Will Stand For Justice, Fairness In UN Secretary-General Election – Shettima
The Vice President said Nigeria would also support a candidate who believes in Africa’s aspirations in global affairs, particularly its ques
Sep 29, 2026
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 29, 2026
The Nigerian foreign exchange market opened trading on Tuesday with the naira maintaining a firm trajectory across both official and paralle
Sep 29, 2026
I persuaded Obi, Kwankwaso to join ADC despite Atiku fears – Babachir Lawal
According to Lawal, the failure to reach an agreement on a consensus candidate eventually contributed to the departure of both Obi and Kwank
Sep 29, 2026
Banks awash with excess cash amidst poverty
•As banking system liquidity surges 17% to N5.5trn By Elizabeth Adegbesan Amidst prevalent poverty in the country, Nigeria’s financial secto
Sep 29, 2026