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target=_blank>‘Account for 5m Beneficiaries’, Atiku picks holes in FG’s Cash Transfer Scheme
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Tinubu administration to explain the “glaring contradictions” surrounding its claim that more than ₦600 billion has been disbursed to slightly over 10 million households under its cash-transfer programme. Atiku, in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, said the figures expose
target=_blank>UCL Draw: Osimhen to Face PSG, Barcelona as Man United, Bayern Renew Rivalry
Super Eagles of Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen, will lead his Galatasaray team to matches against Paris Saint-Germain, UCL holders, and Barcelona in the group league phase of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League. The draw, on Thursday, handled by legendary strikers Thierry Henry and David Villa, provides Osimhen the opportunity to cement his reputation as arguably
target=_blank>Tinubu Orders Overhaul of Nigerian Football Amid NFF Crisis
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football to overcome repeated failures to qualify for major regional, continental and world tournaments. This was disclosed in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, on Thursday. The President said the “reform must respond to a
target=_blank>Uba Sani gives financial lifeline to artisans, promises job opportunities
Governor Uba Sani has approved ₦200,000 for each of the 4,050 graduates of Kaduna State Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development, amounting to ₦810 million, to ease their transition from training to productive work. The Governor who made the pledge at the maiden graduation ceremony at the Balarabe Musa campus of the Institute at
target=_blank>Kano govt promises water supply by Dec After decade of disruption
After more than a decade of broken supply and chronic scarcity, the Kano State Government has asked residents to prepare to see water flowing again from the Challawa Water Treatment Plant. Commissioner for Water Resources, Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, gave the assurance during an inspection of the Challawa facility and Goron
target=_blank>Tinubu swears in Enitan as Head of Civil Service
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF). The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday. The President administered the oath of office on Enitan barely a week after announcing his appointment as successor to Mrs Didi
target=_blank>NIBSS Launches Pan-Industry Journal, NIBSS Digest
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) Plc, Nigeria’s foremost payments infrastructure provider, today announced the publication of the maiden edition of NIBSS Digest, a pan-industry digital publication examining the infrastructure, policy, and innovation shaping the future of financial services in Nigeria, across Africa, and globally. Centered on the inaugural theme, “Redefining the Future of Payments,”
target=_blank>Tinubu meets APC governors at Presidential Villa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently meeting with governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the State House, Abuja. The governors are meeting the President under the aegis of the Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF). The meeting followed an earlier session of the National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President
target=_blank>‘Panic Reaction to Atiku’s Plan’ — ADC Mocks FG’s $1bn Social Fund
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the Federal Government’s announcement of $1 billion social protection fund as a panic reaction to Atiku Abubakar’s plan to reverse subsidy in order to bring down the cost of living if elected. Bolaji Abdullahi, National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, in a statement also accused President Bola Ahmed
target=_blank>UN seeks fresh $1.1bn to fight Ebola in DR Congo
The United Nations has appealed for an additional $1.1 billion to strengthen the international response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made the appeal on Thursday, warning that the humanitarian response is facing a critical funding shortfall as health authorities work to contain the worsening outbreak.
target=_blank>Borgu Mosque attack: Niger PFN condemns abduction of worshippers, demands safe rescue
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Niger State Chapter, has condemned the abduction of scores of Muslim worshippers during Jumu’at prayers in Borgu Local Government Area, describing the attack as an assault on the sanctity of places of worship and the conscience of Nigerians. PFN State Chairman, Pastor PeteRock Sadiq, made the condemnation on Tuesday
Borgu Mosque attack: Niger PFN condemns abduction of worshippers, demands safe rescue
target=_blank>Ayra Starr set to make history as first African artist to headline NFL halftime show
Ayra Starr set to make history as first African artiste to headline NFL halftime show Nigerian singer Ayra Starr is set to make history as the first African artiste to headline an NFL international halftime show. The NFL announced on Thursday that the ‘Heaven Baby’ crooner would headline the halftime show at the 2026 NFL
Ayra Starr set to make history as first African artist to headline NFL halftime show
target=_blank>Ekiti PDP denies mobilising support for Makinde’s 2027 presidential bid
The Ekiti State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected a report claiming that it is mobilising grassroots support in the state for the presidential ambition of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. The report also alleged that the PDP was working with the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) on the mobilisation ahead of the
Ekiti PDP denies mobilising support for Makinde’s 2027 presidential bid
target=_blank>Troops rescue two kidnap victims, recover 94 rustled livestock in Kaduna, Kano
Two kidnapped victims have been rescued from their captors by troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, who also recovered 94 rustled livestock during separate operations in Kaduna and Kano states. The successful operations were conducted on August 25 and 26, 2026, disrupting terrorist activities across the Joint Operations Area. Lieutenant
Troops rescue two kidnap victims, recover 94 rustled livestock in Kaduna, Kano
target=_blank>Kidnappers of Kwara monarch, Oba Moses Oyinloye demand N30 million ransom
The abductors of Oba Moses Omotayo Oyinloye, the traditional ruler of Igbesi community in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State, are demanding a N30 million ransom. The monarch’s younger brother and Nollywood filmmaker, Olaide Olabanji, disclosed this in a post on his Instagram page. Olabanji made the disclosure four days after Oba Oyinloye was
Kidnappers of Kwara monarch, Oba Moses Oyinloye demand N30 million ransom
target=_blank>Tinubu in closed-door meeting with APC governors at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu is currently in a closed-door meeting with governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting followed a separate session of the National Economic Council, NEC, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima. Details of the meeting could not be ascertained at the time
Tinubu in closed-door meeting with APC governors at Aso Rock
target=_blank>Tinubu orders major reform of Nigerian football over repeated tournament failures
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a major reform of Nigerian football following repeated failures by the country to qualify for major regional, continental and global tournaments. The directive was contained in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday. Tinubu said the reform would address long-standing issues
Tinubu orders major reform of Nigerian football over repeated tournament failures
target=_blank>Peter Cullen voice of ‘Optimus Prime’ in Transformers dies at 85
Canadian voice actor Peter Cullen, best known for voicing Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at the age of 85. Cullen’s death was confirmed in a statement issued by his family, according to TMZ. “Peter Cullen passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family — and held in the hearts of his many friends and
Peter Cullen voice of ‘Optimus Prime’ in Transformers dies at 85
target=_blank> ISRT 2026: Advancing Cancer Care in Africa
The International Symposium on Radiopharmaceutical Therapy (ISRT) 2026 will take place on 28–29 August 2026 at Loveworld Medical Centre, Lagos, Nigeria, bringing together an extensive international scientific faculty of leading experts in nuclear medicine, radiopharmaceutical therapy, theragnostics, molecular imaging, oncology, radiopharmacy and precision medicine. The distinguished faculty and contributors represent countries across Africa, Europe, Asia and
ISRT 2026: Advancing Cancer Care in Africa
target=_blank>LaLiga: Rodri in Barcelona’s squad to face Athletic Club Full list
New Barcelona player, Rodri, has been included in the team’s squad to face Athletic Club in tonight’s LaLiga clash at Spotify Camp Nou. The Spain international recently joined Hansi Flick’s side from Premier League club Manchester City. Rodri is expected to play his first game at home for Barcelona, having missed their last match against
LaLiga: Rodri in Barcelona’s squad to face Athletic Club Full list
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