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Mambilla power project litigation and Nigeria’s perennial quest for energy security
Someday, in the future, whether near or far, dispassionate and objective chroniclers of our checkered history, as a nation, would definitely record that a small band of unconscionable and perverse…
AFOKE Online Karaoke Championship 2026: Eligibility, Singing Requirements and Cash Prizes
For singers who have spent time recording their voices, sharing covers online or wondering whether…
Obasanjo on Isbae U’s Curiosity Made Me Ask: Major talking points from the viral episode
It is not every day that a former Nigerian president walks into a comedy interview…
Crystal Nicole vs Uche Montana: The “word-for-word” copy, paid deal and credit dispute
Content creator Crystal Nicole has called out actress Uche Montana over what she described as…
Toyin Abraham’s political U-turn: From backing Tinubu in 2023 to rejecting APC’s 2026 campaign council
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi was once unafraid to make her political choices…
SEDC: Two Years After, South Easterners Lament Poor Performance
On July 24, 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu established the South East…
ANALYSIS: 3 Years After, Atiku, Obi, FG Bicker Over Fuel Subsidy Removal
Recently, the former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar has said that he…
Ethnoreligious killings: Group accuses Amnesty Int. of double standards in violence promotion across Nigeria
The Centre for African Liberation And Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has accused Amnesty International of double standards, taking sides with a…
Watch: Andros Townsend Run Over by Pitch Roller in Thailand and Escapes Serious Injury
Football has produced plenty of strange injuries over the years, but few look as frightening on video as what happened…
Premier League Table 2026/27: Man City Lead on Goal Difference After Arsenal’s Shock Defeat at Brighton
The Premier League table has a new leader after five matchweeks. Manchester City sit top, ahead of champions Arsenal on…
From Scotland to Uganda, brothers Olly and Seb Fisher chase international football dream
Scottish teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are pursuing international football opportunities with Uganda after being invited to train with…
Éric Chelle Names 24-Man Super Eagles Squad for AFCON Qualifiers, Includes Osimhen, Lookman and Ndidi
Nigeria's road back to the Africa Cup of Nations begins in earnest this week, and head coach Éric Chelle has…
NCDMB Essay Competition 2026: The Cash and Laptop rewards Nigerian Undergraduates are competing for
For some Nigerian undergraduates, the final week of September could bring an opportunity that goes beyond submitting another academic assignment and moving on to the next school activity. The 2026…
Tesla Roadster Reveal Set for October 1: Price, Reservations, SpaceX Thrusters and What We Still Don’t Know
Nearly nine years after Elon Musk drove a prototype out from under a Semi trailer and promised a car that would embarrass every supercar on the road, the Tesla Roadster…
TRAVEL: 10 countries where citizens prefer public transportation
Public transportation remains a major part of daily life in many countries, providing millions of people with alternatives to private cars for commuting, business, education and other activities. Buses, trains,…
BOI GLOW ₦50m Loan: Who qualifies, what does the 7% Interest rate mean and how can you apply?
For many women building businesses in Nigeria, access to a large business loan can sound attractive until the figures, repayment terms and requirements begin to tell the fuller story. The…
Ikeja Electric September 2026 update: Meter refunds, New prices, Band A outages and other major changes
For many Ikeja Electric customers, September 2026 has brought a series of developments that go far beyond the usual complaints about whether electricity is available at a particular time of…
September 21 in Nigerian History: General Obasanjo Lifted Ban on Politics
On September 21, 1978, General Olusegun Obasanjo, Head of the Federal Military Government, announced the lifting of the ban on partisan political activities, ending 12 years of proscription imposed since…
CANEX Create-Thon 2026: How African musicians, video creators, others can compete for $50,000 in cash rewards
For creators who have been looking for an opportunity that brings together music, video, gaming and artificial intelligence, CANEX Create Thon 2026 comes with a prize pool that is difficult…
What to expect from Davido’s 3-night National Theatre residency
December in Lagos is already known for packed calendars, major concerts, visiting celebrities and a steady stream of entertainment events, but Davido’s latest announcement has introduced a different kind of…
September 20 in Nigerian History: Sani Abacha was born and Asari-Dokubo was arrested
On September 20, 1943, General Sani Abacha was born into the Abacha family in the ancient city of Kano, Nigeria. Of Kanuri heritage, Abacha enlisted in the Nigerian Army in…
Recycled SIMs Warning: The Risks Your Old Nigerian Phone Numbers Pose to Your Bank Accounts in 2026
For many Nigerians, changing a phone number can feel like a simple decision. A new line may come with a new network, better service, a fresh start after losing a…
What Happened to the 37 Illegal Mining Suspects in Nigeria? Overcrowding, Disease and Toxic Exposure Claims
The fact that 37 people died while in custody on suspicion of engaging in illegal mining has made it one of the most alarming custody cases that Nigeria has had…
INEC Ad Hoc Staff Recruitment 2027: How to Apply on the INECPRES Portal Before November 18
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started recruiting about 1.4 million ad hoc personnel for the 2027 general elections. The INEC ad hoc staff recruitment exercise went live on Friday,…
Why does booking Nigerian Artistes now Cost ₦200m, ₦120m or ₦80m? AY Makun explains what changed
For years, getting a popular musician onto a major comedy stage could be as much about friendship as it was about money. A familiar face in the entertainment industry could…
September 19 in Nigerian History: Iyalode Esther Bisoye Tejuoso Was Murdered in Abeokuta
On September 19, 1996, Chief (Mrs.) Esther Bisoye Tejuoso, the Iyalode of Egbaland and arguably Nigeria's first female industrialist was brutally murdered in Abeokuta. It was gathered that Chief Tejuoso,…
DON'T MISS THE BUZZ
Obasanjo on Isbae U’s Curiosity Made Me Ask: Major talking points from the viral episode
It is not every day that a former Nigerian president walks into a comedy interview…
September 21 in Nigerian History: General Obasanjo Lifted Ban on Politics
On September 21, 1978, General Olusegun Obasanjo, Head of the Federal Military Government, announced the…
Watch: Andros Townsend Run Over by Pitch Roller in Thailand and Escapes Serious Injury
Football has produced plenty of strange injuries over the years, but few look as frightening…
Tesla Roadster Reveal Set for October 1: Price, Reservations, SpaceX Thrusters and What We Still Don’t Know
Nearly nine years after Elon Musk drove a prototype out from under a Semi trailer…
Premier League Table 2026/27: Man City Lead on Goal Difference After Arsenal’s Shock Defeat at Brighton
The Premier League table has a new leader after five matchweeks. Manchester City sit top,…
Crystal Nicole vs Uche Montana: The “word-for-word” copy, paid deal and credit dispute
Content creator Crystal Nicole has called out actress Uche Montana over what she described as…
Toyin Abraham’s political U-turn: From backing Tinubu in 2023 to rejecting APC’s 2026 campaign council
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi was once unafraid to make her political choices…
#EndSARS: 6 years later, autopsy confirms cause of cub journalist Pelumi Onifade’s death. What is next?
After six years of uncertainty and grief, the controversy surrounding the death of cub journalist…
From Scotland to Uganda, brothers Olly and Seb Fisher chase international football dream
Scottish teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are pursuing international football opportunities with Uganda after…
Bamanga Tukur: The life and times of Nigeria’s ‘Sarkin Aiki’
For more than five decades, Bamanga Muhammad Tukur occupied influential positions across Nigeria’s public service,…
HARDSHIP: Nigerian families cut back as rising food prices squeeze incomes
For many Nigerian households, shopping for food has become less about choosing preferred meals and…
Recycled SIMs Warning: The Risks Your Old Nigerian Phone Numbers Pose to Your Bank Accounts in 2026
For many Nigerians, changing a phone number can feel like a simple decision. A new…
Trending: How 37 Suspected Illegal Miners ended up dead in NSCDC Custody
The events that unfolded in Niger State between Tuesday, September 15, and Friday, September 18,…
Who are the Nollywood stars and musicians named in Lagos APC’s 2027 Campaign Council? Full list and roles
Lagos politics has begun to take shape ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the…
What Happened to the 37 Illegal Mining Suspects in Nigeria? Overcrowding, Disease and Toxic Exposure Claims
The fact that 37 people died while in custody on suspicion of engaging in illegal…
Google Gemini AI Hacked Three Companies During Security Test: What Happened?
Google confirmed on Friday that during testing earlier this year it had used simple hacking…
INEC Ad Hoc Staff Recruitment 2027: How to Apply on the INECPRES Portal Before November 18
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started recruiting about 1.4 million ad hoc personnel for…
INSIDE STORY: How Enugu APC Chieftain Was Murdered In Nsukka
Palpable fear, anguish and heightened tension has literally taken over Nsukka metropolis following the gruesome…
Why does booking Nigerian Artistes now Cost ₦200m, ₦120m or ₦80m? AY Makun explains what changed
For years, getting a popular musician onto a major comedy stage could be as much…
September 19 in Nigerian History: Iyalode Esther Bisoye Tejuoso Was Murdered in Abeokuta
On September 19, 1996, Chief (Mrs.) Esther Bisoye Tejuoso, the Iyalode of Egbaland and arguably…
What truly happened: Detailing the death of 37 teenage miners in NSCDC custody
Protesters killed, curfew declared, commandant suspended, survivor account — Here is what to know On…
Nkechi Blessing, Phyna trade words: How the drama started, their connection & what happened next
A social media exchange between actress Nkechi Blessing and reality TV star Phyna has drawn…
BOI GLOW ₦50m Loan: Who qualifies, what does the 7% Interest rate mean and how can you apply?
For many women building businesses in Nigeria, access to a large business loan can sound…
Russia Election 2026: Why Millions Fear Putin Will Order a New Mobilization After the Vote
This week, voting booths are open across all eleven time zones in Russia, but the…