Teenager Dies During Spain’s World Cup Celebrations
Spain’s victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was marred by tragedy after a teenager lost his life during post-match celebrations in the city of Málaga. According to reports from Punch and Vanguard, the 17-year-old fell from a moving vehicle while joining jubilant fans celebrating Spain’s 1-0 win over Argentina. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the boy was pronounced dead shortly after arrival…
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PFIPC: When a Ghost Walks Through Every Checkpoint
One man, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, allegedly created an organisation called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), appointed himself Director-General, secured office space at the Federal Secretariat in Abuja,…
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Plateau Lawmakers Face Backlash Over Life Pension Bill
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Atiku Demands Probe of Tinubu’s ₦12.8trn Service-Wide Vote
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Lukman Quits ADC Coalition, Blames El Rufai
One of the leading figures in the African Democratic Congress coalition and a former All…
Turaki Faction Heads to Appeal After PDP Suit Dismissal
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Court to Rule on Turaki Led PDP Faction’s Suit Against INEC
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Naira Posts Mixed Performance Across Official, Parallel Markets
Lagos State - The naira recorded a mixed performance against the United States dollar across…
Dangote Emerges Big Winner From US Iran Tensions, WSJ Reports
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Zamfara Unveils $200 Million Lithium Processing Plant, 2,000 Jobs Expected
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has commissioned a $200 million lithium mining and processing plant…
NRS Collects N21.6tn in H1 2026 as Tax-to-GDP Ratio Rises to 13 Per Cent
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Divided They Fall: Why Nigeria’s Opposition Is Losing the 2027 Battle Before the Votes Are Cast
Nigeria's opposition enters 2027 with its strongest cast of heavyweights in a decade. It is still losing, not to Tinubu…
NIGERIA’S 2027 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: Fragmented Opposition And The Battle For Succession
Introduction Nigeria's 2027 presidential election is shaping up to be the most fractured in the country's Fourth Republic history. President…
Mali Sex Trafficking Ring: The Crisis of 20,000 Nigerian Girls Forced into Prostitution
The truth hit hard. Three Nigerian girls thought they were going to Malaysia for good jobs. Instead, they ended up…
School Kidnapping Incidents in Nigeria Since 2014: A Twelve Year Crisis
In Nigeria, the safety of schools continues to deteriorate, 12 years after 276 school girls got kidnapped from Chibok. A…
Troops Rescue Nine Kidnapped Victims, Nab Suspected Terrorist
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NPC Flags 15 Osun LGs as High Risk for Election Violence
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Kogi Rescues Abducted Principal, NECO Official, Two Students
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Man Gets Life Jail for Killing Friend During Abuja Birthday Party
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Nigeria’s Future Workforce Depends on Digital Skills, Preventive Healthcare, Regulators Say
Regulators say Nigeria's digital transformation cannot succeed without parallel investments in workforce skills, employee wellness and institutional reforms, warning that…
NIMC Says Nigeria Has Moved Beyond Fragmented Identity Databases
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Apple Sues OpenAI, Alleging Coordinated Theft of Trade Secrets
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AI Is Helping Young Nigerians Plan Dates and Navigate Romance – Google
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“They Were Chained”: The Principal Who Watched Over 44 Captives for 56 Days
Oyo State - Mrs Rachael Alamu was not just a hostage during her 56 days in captivity. As principal of Community Grammar School in Ahoro Esinele, she became, without ever…
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FG Launches Diaspora Health Programme for System Strengthening
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, in partnership with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, will commence the Diaspora…
Private Sector Critical to Reducing Nigeria’s Cancer Burden, NICRAT DG Says
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Education Minister Identifies Limited Access as Nigeria’s Biggest Challenge
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has identified limited access to education as Nigeria's biggest challenge, saying the country's…
NANS Declares Emergency Over Dilapidated Student Hostels Nationwide
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has declared a national emergency over the deteriorating condition of student hostels across…
Oil Prices Retreat as Iran Confirms Indirect US Talks
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Marcos Returns to Philippines From Singapore Working Visit
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr returned home on Thursday evening after what his office described as his most productive working…
US, Iran Trade Fresh Strikes as Hormuz Conflict Escalates
The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at US allies in the Gulf on Thursday, as the two…
Iran Condemns US Strikes Near Hospital
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly criticised the United States following airstrikes close to a cancer hospital in Ahvaz, southwest Iran.…
Chidimma: The Girl Who Won the World But Can’t Find Home
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The Decline of Reading Culture Among Youths: Causes, Consequences and the Urgent Need for Revival
In an age dominated by smartphones, instant messaging and endless streams of short-form videos, the culture of reading among young…
The Ultimate Guide to Brain Health: Science-Backed Tips to Boost Memory, Focus, and Cognitive Longevity
Introduction: Why Brain Health Matters More Than Ever Your brain is the command center of your body, controlling everything from…
Kansai Airport’s 30‑Year Perfect Luggage Record Shocks Travelers
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Meet Osasere Okundaye, Nigeria’s Youngest Chartered Accountant at 19
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Wife of Nation of Islam Leader Khadijah Farrakhan Dies in United States
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Content Creator Jarvis Defends Digital Hustle Amid Olodo Uprising Debate
One rapper called it an uprising of the unserious. A popular content creator says it is something else entirely: survival.…
OPINION
The Economy Is “Improving.” So Why Is My Light Still Out And My Food Still Expensive?
The experts gathered at the Nigerian Bar Association conference last week. They discussed GDP growth. They discussed investment flows. They…
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PFIPC: When a Ghost Walks Through Every Checkpoint
One man, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, allegedly created an organisation called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), appointed himself…
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The Economy Is “Improving.” So Why Is My Light Still Out And My Food Still Expensive?
The experts gathered at the Nigerian Bar Association conference last week. They discussed GDP growth. They discussed investment flows. They…
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The Religion Trap: How Nigeria Became the World’s Most Prayerful Poor Country [Uncut]
My Thoughts Have No Filter By Abdul'Azeez Bello 0805 113 0075 (WhatsApp) | omobolajibello@gmail God Is Not on the…
