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Sanusi makes first appointment as 16th Emir of Kano
The Emir of Kano, Mohammadu Sunusi 11, on Thursday, approved the appointment of a new Ward Head of Kofar Mazugal, Hamisu Sani, in Dala Local Government Area of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Emir Sunusi called on the new ward head to ensure peaceful coexistence among the subjects of the
Sit-at-home: Bullet rain on soldiers as ‘IPOB militants’ run wild in Abia
Some soldiers have been killed by suspected Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) militants enforcing the sit-at-home order in Abia State. Daily Trust had reported how the proscribed group, through its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, declared May 30 as sit-at-home in the South East. He said it was to honour “our heroes and heroines” who died in
People I helped to power now avoid me — Umahi
The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, has said that most people he helped to power during the 2023 general elections now avoid him. Umahi said this in Abakaliki on Thursday while speaking with newsmen. The minister said that even National Assembly members whom he helped to power were among those that now avoid him,
FG shuts illegal mining site in FCT
The Federal Government has shut an illegal mining site at Guabe in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of its efforts to combat illegal mining. The operation was carried out by officials of the Mining Marshal Corp, inaugurated on March 21 by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele
Ghana now Richer Than Nigeria under Tinubu – Bismarck Rewane
Frontline economist and social critic, Bismarck Rewane, has lamented that Nigeria is now trailing its rival neighbour, Ghana, in economic growth. Rewane disclosed that Nigeria has plummeted from the 32nd largest economy in the world to 42nd, and also lost its position as first to appear as fourth in wealth management and accumulation. According to
Presidency: Tinubu faced spiritual threats but won – Akande
A former National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Bisi Akande, has said there were serious spiritual threats to stop the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s president. Speaking in Kaduna where he chaired a one-day lecture organised by Arewa Think Tank to celebrate one year of achievements of the administration
5 Reasons to Listen more to Hausa Artistes
Hausa musicians are constantly pushing boundaries and fusing traditional styles with modern influences, creating exciting new hybrid genres and sounds worth discovering. Below are five (5) reasons why you should listen to more Hausa music : Diverse styles: Hausa music encompasses a wide range of styles, from traditional folk genres like bakaye and aren koko
Two years after, $1.2bn ExxonMobil, Seplat deal takes off
NNPCL has announced the signing of a settlement agreement involving ExxonMobil’s divestment of its stake in MPNU to Seplat Energy. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the signing of a settlement agreement facilitating the divestment of ExxonMobil’s stake in Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU) to Seplat Energy Plc. According to a statement
Tinubu’s silent and unreported achievements
By Tunde Rahman But for the ministerial presentations on the achievements of the President Bola Tinubu administration in its first year, christened Ministerial Sectoral Update, which began on Tuesday May 21 at the National Press Centre in Abuja, many may not have known or appreciated the quantum of work that has been done by the
Rising Stars from the North: 5 Artistes You Should Know
Poetic mastery, musical diversity, rhythmic complexity, social relevance, and cross-cultural exchange makes Hausa music a rich and distinctive artistic tradition. Hausa artists bring their unique styles and perspectives to the Hausa music scene, enriching it with a diverse range of sounds and themes. Below are five (5) artistes who are currently highlighting the vibrancy and
Delta Assembly workers embark on strike
The staff of the Delta State Legislature under the umbrella of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, PASAN, have embarked on indefinite strike. A visit to the Delta State Assembly complex showed that the gates were under lock and key on Thursday morning. The workers, protesting the governor’s alleged failure to implement key campaign promises, accused
Delta Assembly workers embark on strike
President Federation Cup: NFF reveals venues, date for quarter-final fixtures
The venues and date for the quarter-final fixtures of President Federation Cup have been revealed, DAILY POST reports. According to a release by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), who are the organisers of the competition, all the quarter-final matches will be played on Wednesday, June 5. The headline fixture of the round between Sunshine Stars
President Federation Cup: NFF reveals venues, date for quarter-final fixtures
National Anthem: ‘Tinubu trying to become hero through backdoor’ – Comedian Efe Warri Boy
Popular comedian Efe Warri Boy has reacted to the reinstatement of Nigeria’s old National Anthem, “Nigeria, we hail thee.” According to the comedian, the reintroduction of the old anthem by Bola Tinubu’s administration is an attempt by the president, who has failed at governace to become a hero through the “backdoor.” He stated this in
National Anthem: ‘Tinubu trying to become hero through backdoor’ – Comedian Efe Warri Boy
Benue: ‘Our farmers will have the right value for their farm produce’ – Alia
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has said farmers in the state will have the right value for their farm produce with the new innovation by the Benue Investment and Property Company, BIPC. He stated this while commissioning Benue Investment and Property Companies, BIPC, projects in Makurdi . Gov Alia also reiterated his administration’s
Benue: ‘Our farmers will have the right value for their farm produce’ – Alia
Naira crashes massively against dollar 24 hours after Tinubu’s anniversary
The Naira recorded its first massive depreciation against the dollar at the foreign exchange market 24 hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first anniversary. FMDQ data showed that the Naira depreciated to N1484.75 against the Dollar on Thursday from N1329.65 on Wednesday. This represents an N155.1 loss against the dollar compared to N1329.65 traded on
Naira crashes massively against dollar 24 hours after Tinubu’s anniversary
2026 WCQ: ‘Bafana will beat Super Eagles to Group C ticket’ – Broos
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos said Bafana Bafana have what it takes to beat other teams in their group to the 2026 World Cup ticket. The Super Eagles of Nigeria are Bafana Bafana’s biggest opposition in Group C. The two teams will clash in a matchday three encounter in Uyo next Friday. It will
2026 WCQ: ‘Bafana will beat Super Eagles to Group C ticket’ – Broos
Kalu condemns attack on soldiers in Aba, insists sit-at-home not serving Igbo interest
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has condemned in strongest terms the attack on a military check point at Obikabia junction in Ogbor Hill area of Aba, Abia State on Thursday by yet-to-be identified assailants which reportedly left 4 soilders dead. In a statement on Thursday, the deputy speaker
Kalu condemns attack on soldiers in Aba, insists sit-at-home not serving Igbo interest
Biafra: ‘Civil war scandalized my youth, I ate lizards’ – Charly Boy
Veteran singer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has reminisced on the painful memories of the Nigerian civil war. Taking to his X handle Thursday to commemorate Biafran Day and honour the fallen heroes, who died fighting for the actualization of Biafran State, the maverick singer noted that the war scandalized his youth. He
Biafra: ‘Civil war scandalized my youth, I ate lizards’ – Charly Boy
World Cup qualifier: Finidi may name replacements for injured Chukwueze, Onyeka
Samuel Chukwueze and Frank Onyeka are injury concerns for Nigeria ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic. Chukwueze, who has missed AC Milan’s last two games due to injury, was not included in the Rooseneri’s squad for the friendly against AS Roma in Australia. The 24-year-old winger was
World Cup qualifier: Finidi may name replacements for injured Chukwueze, Onyeka
‘My family sent me away to hustle at 15’ – Seyi Vibez
Popular Nigerian singer, Balogun Afolabi Oluwaloseyi, aka Seyi Vibez, has opened up about his humble beginnings. The ‘Different Pattern’ hitmaker recalled that his family urged him to leave home to hustle to cater for himself and the entire family at 15. He disclosed this in a recent interview with Cool FM, Lagos. Vibez said, “I
‘My family sent me away to hustle at 15’ – Seyi Vibez
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