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U.S. Embassy confirms ex-Governor Akpabio’s convoy collided with own vehicle

The United States Embassy in Abuja has confirmed the convoy of former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Godswill Akpabio, collided with one of its cars on Monday. ....[Premium Times] »

Fayose to punish 31 Ekiti civil servants for lateness to work

The Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, on Monday recommended punishments for 31 civil servants who went late to work during the governor’s unscheduled visit to the state secretariat... ...[Premium Times] »

Three killed, houses razed in Ogun deadly cult clash

At least three people were killed Monday in a deadly clash between rival cult groups in Elega and Ago-Odo areas of Abeoluta, Ogun State capital, police and residents said.. ....[Premium Times] »

EFCC arrests Adamawa University VC, others for selling N13m SUV as scrap

A new vehicle worth N13 million was sold at an undervalued rate just a week after purchase. The post EFCC arrests Adamawa University VC,... ....[Premium Times] »

Ex-Governor Akpabio discharged from hospital after car crash

Mr. Akpabio escaped death early Monday after his car got involved in an accident along the Airport Road in Abuja.... ....[Premium Times] »

Dangote builds N160m skills centre in Kogi

The Dangote Group is building an Automation Skills Development Centre valued at N160million in Lokoja, Kogi State. Speaking at the Ground Breaking Ceremony on Friday, the President... ...[Hallmark News] »

Fayose vows to close down banks over tax evasion

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has threatened to close down four commercial banks in the state over their alleged refusal to pay several millions of naira as taxes to government coffers.... ...[Hallmark News] »

Project Fame 8: Amos Anderson makes historic comeback!

History was made in the ongoing weekly MTN Project Fame West Africa 8.0 as Emmanuel Amos Anderson became the firstcontestant in the history of the competitionto be eliminated and then readmitted... ....[Linda Ikeji] »

Pastor suspended for inviting Pasuma to crusade

A pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God has been suspended for inviting Fuji artiste, Pasuma to minister at the church's crusade. ...[News24 NG] »

Akpabio survives auto crash in Abuja

The former governor of Akwa Ibom, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has been admitted to hospital after surviving an auto crash in Abuja. ...[News24 NG] »

Salary: Ibadan Poly workers begin indefinite strike

Academic activities collapsed Monday at the Polytechnic Ibadan as members of the Academic staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Polytechnic Ibadan chapter, embarked on an indefinite strike... ....[The Nation] »

Nigeria Air Force Makes Full Deployment Of Aircraft To North-east

The Nigeria Air Force has announced the full deployment of its aircraft to combat the security crisis in Nigeria’s north-east. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall, Sadique Abubakar... ....[Channels TV] »

Masquerades invade church, flog pastors, worshipers

A Church service was reportedly disrupted by four masquerades who flogged the pastors and the worshipers in Epinmi Akoko area of Ondo state. ... ...[Vanguard News] »

Liverpool sign Nigerian starlet Awoniyi

Liverpool signed teenage Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi on Monday and immediately sent him out on loan to German club FSV Frankfurt. The post Liverpool sign Nigerian starlet Awoniyi... ...[Vanguard News] »

Electricity: CPC summons DISCOs over ‘crazy bills’

Inundated with consumer complaints, the Consumer Protection Council (CPC) has summoned all electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) in the country to a hearing... ...[Vanguard News] »

Medical doctor arrested for carrying out abortion in Edo

Men of the Edo State Police Command have arrested the Managing Director of the Ofure Royal Medical Centre located at Upper Uwa Street, Benin City, Dr. Omokhomion Kingsley... ....[Daily Post] »

64 million Nigerians suffer from mental illness – Prof. Nebo

Former Power Minister, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, on Monday in Enugu rated governments at various levels low in the area of psychiatric and mental health care. He said this was worrisome... ....[Daily Post] »

My six children are from three different women – Segun Arinze

Veteran Nollywood act, Segun Arinze, has disclosed he has six children from different women, including one from his ex-wife, Ann Njemanze. The movie star recently made this known in a chat... ....[Daily Post] »

20 suspected thugs break into High Court in Benue

Gunmen numbering about 20 suspected to be thugs, Sunday morning, broke into a Benue State High Court premises making away with a 60 KVA Marapco generator. ... ....[Daily Post] »

FX reserves rise to $31.43bn on Aug 27 – CBN

Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves were $31.43 billion on August 27, up 1.12 percent from $31.08 billion a month earlier, data from the central bank showed on Monday. ... ...[BusinessDay] »

Dangote plans cement plant in Zimbabwe

Africa’s richest man, Nigerian Aliko Dangote, said on Monday he would build a cement plant in Zimbabwe, a major boost for the southern African country... ...[New Telegraph] »

Policemen allegedly kill Akure woman politician during scuffle

A 50-year old female politician, Mrs. Ronke Adelugba, was on Sunday night allegedly beaten to death in her house in Akure, the Ondo State capital, by policemen... ...[New Telegraph] »

Terry G, Denrele, Grace Amah, others ejected from Ebonyi hotel

Popular musician Terry G, Channel O presenter, Denrele, Nollywood actress, Grace Amah and a host of other stars were Monday ejected from their hotel in Abakaliki where they had lodged... ...[New Telegraph] »

Mikel secretly fathers two children from different women

PREMIER League star John Obi Mikel has fathered two secret love children with different women, reports The Sun on Sunday. The post Mikel secretly fathers two children from different women... ...[Vanguard News] »

Bayelsa PDP members demand chairman’s removal

Barely three months to the governorship election in Bayelsa State, it appears that the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party in the state is far from over. It was learnt on Sunday... ....[The Punch] »

Pakistan, India clash over detained Nigerian students

The Pakistani and Indian High Commissioners to Nigeria have disagreed over reports that the two Nigerian students that were arrested in India are on their way to join the terrorist group,... ....[The Punch] »

Ikeja residents get alert of four-day blackout

Ikeja Electric has notified its customers at Alausa, Ikeja Shopping Mall, Allen Avenue, Ogundana, Alade, Aromire and environs that there will be power interruption for four days. ... ....[Daily Post] »

Jonathan’s CSO denies $6.9m allegation as EFCC begins full probe of Diezani

Chief Security Officer to President Goodluck Jonathan, Gordon Obuah, has denied allegation of purchase of three mobile stages worth $6.9m, for public appearance of his boss. ... ....[Daily Post] »

DSS arrests Boko Haram members that executed Potiskum, Kano, Zaria, Jos bombings

The Department of State Services (DSS) said it has arrested some members of the ruthless Islamist sect, Boko Haram that executed bombings in Potiskum, Kano, Zaria and Jos. In a statement issued... ....[P.M. News] »

Boko Haram trying to hit Lagos –DSS

Nigeria’s Islamic extremist rebels Boko Haram are trying to extend their violent campaign across the country including Lagos, the country’s largest city, an intelligence official said... ....[P.M. News] »

Saraki leads delegation to UN Conference of Parliamentary Heads

Senate President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, will on Monday lead the Nigerian delegation to participate in the 4th United Nations Conference of Parliamentary Heads holding at the organisation’s headquarters in New York... ....[The Nation] »

It’s official! Manchester City sign De Bruyne on six-year deal

Manchester City have announced the signing of midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne from Wolfsburg for a fee reported to be around £55million. The Belgium international... ....[Daily Post] »

Kiri Dam: Seven communities submerged in Adamawa by flood

Seven communities were on Sunday flooded in Demsa and Numan local government areas of Adamawa state, following heavy flow of water from Kiri dam in the state. Kiri dam is in Guyuk Local... ....[Daily Post] »

57,000 Nigerian refugees in Cameroon, Chad, Niger –NEMA

A total of 57,743 Nigerians are living as refugees in various camps in the Republics of Cameroon, Chad and Niger, the National Emergency Management Agency has said. According to NEMA... ....[The Punch] »

Appointing new PDP chair, a waste of time –Fayose

Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said appointing a new chairman for the Peoples Democratic Party is a waste of time, saying what the party needs is a caretaker committee... ....[The Punch] »

Officers’ wives among Kaduna helicopter crash victims

Squadron Leader Adekunle Suara (pilot), wife of Wing Commander N. Hassan, wife of Wing Commander I. B. Musa, Warrant Officer Etim and Air Craft Woman Naomi Adekunle were among victims... ....[The Punch] »

Gunmen abduct Vanguard columnist, Dornu Kogbara, in Rivers

Gunmen on Sunday kidnapped Vanguard columnist, Dornu Kogbara, at her residence in Nkpogu area of Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Kogbara was said to have been whisked away... ....[The Punch] »

Boko Haram killed 56 Borno villagers –Shettima

Borno State Governor, Alhaji Kashim Shettima, has said terror group, Boko Haram, has killed no fewer than 56 persons in a fresh attack on a village in the state. The governor said this... ....[The Punch] »

Give Jonathan’s Administration Due Credit, Former Ministers Tell Buhari

Former ministers under the administration of former president, Dr Gooduck Jonathan, on Sunday urged President Muhammadu Buhari to give some credit to the former president and not “condemn,... ....[Channels TV] »

Nigeria Beat Angola 74-65 To Win Afrobasket 2015

Nigeria beat rivals, Angola 74 – 65, on Sunday to win the 2015 African Basketball Nations Cup for the first time in history. The historic win for D’Tigers... ....[Channels TV] »

Accident claims 7 lives on Ogbomoso-Oyo road

Seven people lost their lives on Sunday when a commercial bus and an articulated vehicle ran into each other on the Ogbomoso-Oyo road. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) gathered... ....[The Guardian] »

Okagbare fails to win IAAF Athletes Commission seat

Nigeria’s Blessing Okagbare completed a disappointing World Athletics Championships on Sunday at Beijing in China by losing out in the race for a place on the IAAF Athletes Commission. ... ....[The Guardian] »

New Eola death recorded in S’Leone, officials say

Health officials in Sierra Leone on Sunday confirmed an Ebola death less than a week after the country’s last known patient was discharged from a hospital.... ...[New Telegraph] »

PSquare escape death on Lagos- Ibadan Expressway

Popular music twins, PSquare escaped death Sunday morning after being involved in an accident along the every busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. They were on their way back from a gig in Ibadan,... ...[New Telegraph] »

Enyimba stretch NPFL lead

Six-time champions Enyimba are now three points clear of the chasing pack in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after a 0-0 draw with Sharks on Sunday. ... ...[New Telegraph] »

Report: Moses to join Hammers

Chelsea winger Victor Moses will join West Ham on loan before the end of the transfer window, according to Sky sources. The Nigerian international is yet to feature for the English... ...[New Telegraph] »

Wike used to pose as a Muslim, says Amaechi

Former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi has hinted that his successor, Nyesom Wike might have converted from Islam to Christianity. Amaechi said Wike used to posed as a Muslim when he served... ....[P.M. News] »

Parents of Chibok girls get N100k each, materials from Borno Govt

Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno on Saturday presented N100,000 cash assistance and clothing materials to each of the parents of the 219 girls abducted at the Government Secondary School, Chibok.... ....[P.M. News] »

Buhari has destroyed economy, says PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday wrote off the economy, accusing the Buhari administration of destroying it since assuming office on May 29. In a statement... ....[The Nation] »

Audu wins Kogi APC primaries

Former Governor Audu Abubakar, this morning, emerged the flagbearer of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the November 21 governorship election in Kogi State. Audu defeated nine other... ....[Daily Post] »

NNPC recommends sale of refineries, Buhari disagrees

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has recommended the sale of the nation’s three refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna due to some challenges the agency described... ....[The Punch] »

Tax evasion: FIRS to go after 325,000 companies, persons

The Federal Inland Revenue Service would soon go after multinational companies, corporate organisations and individuals who are evading payment of taxes in the country... ....[The Punch] »

D’Tigers Defeats Senegal To Reach Afrobasket Final

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, have qualified for the final of the 2015 Afrobasket. The Nigerian side defeated Senegal 88-79 in overtime... ....[Channels TV] »

Nigeria agric imports drops by N74 billion in Q2 2015

Nigeria’s agricultural imports declined by 11 percent from N738 billion imported in Q1 to N664 billion in Q2 2015, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in its latest foreign... ...[BusinessDay] »

Indigenous Audit Firms Cry Foul Over Lack Of Govt Patronage

INDIGENOUS audit firms have decried the poor implementation of the country’s local content law, which they accuse the government of flouting, with incessant appointment of foreign audit... ....[The Guardian] »

$6.9m scam: Buhari probes Jonathan, Diezani, Obuah, others

President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered a probe of former President Goodluck Jonathan; his Chief Security Officer, Gordon Obuah; and immediate past Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani... ...[New Telegraph] »

La Liga:Bale lifts Real, Vermaelen rescues Barca

Real Madrid got their season up and running when Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez struck twice in a 5-0 drubbing of Real Betis on Saturday while La Liga champions Barcelona edged Malaga 1-0... ...[New Telegraph] »

Team Nigeria qualify for women’s 4 x 400m relay final

Nigeria’s 4 x 400 metres relay team on Saturday in Beijing, China gave Team Nigeria a final chance of winning any medal at the 15th World Athletics Championships... ....[P.M. News] »

Arik crew arrest: NDLEA gets CCTV footage, impounds two more vehicles

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has obtained closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage of how Arik Air staff, Ikechukwu Chibuzor Oliver smuggled three bags of cocaine... ....[The Nation] »

Seven die in Ebonyi auto crash

The death toll from the ghastly motor accident which occurred at the Nkalagu junction of the Enugu-Abakaliki express road on Friday, has reached seven. ... ....[The Punch] »

Coloccini own goal helps Arsenal shatter spirited Newcastle

Arsenal had to work hard to find a way past 10-man Newcastle as a second-half own goal from Fabricio Coloccini secured a narrow 1-0 Premier League victory on Saturday... ...[Vanguard News] »

Police to promote 40,000 in two months, says I-G

The Inspector-General of Police Solomon Arase on Saturday said about 40,000 policemen between the rank of Constable and Inspector would be promoted in the next two months. ... ...[Vanguard News] »

Cholera kills 20 in Bauchi

Twenty persons have died of cholera in Shira Local Government Area (LGA), Bauchi State. This is contained in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria by the Information... ....[Daily Post] »

Buhari disowns documents containing campaign promises of his first 100 days in office

President Muhammadu Buhari has distanced himself from two documents containing promises on what he would achieve in his first 100 days in office. A statement from his Senior Special... ....[Daily Post] »

Seven Die In Kaduna Helicopter Crash

An Air Force helicopter has crashed at the site of the Old National Defence Academy in Kaduna, North West Nigeria. The helicopter was on its way from the NAF base in Kaduna en route Abuja.... ....[Channels TV] »

APC chieftain murdered in Edo

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Akoko-Edo local government area of Edo state, Captain Samson Amineshi (rtd), has been reportedly killed by unidentified... ....[P.M. News] »

DSS arrests 14-year-old B’Haram spy at Abuja airport

A plot to bomb the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, has been uncovered by the Department of State Services, which smashed a spying network mounted at the airport... ....[The Punch] »

PDP wants Fashola probed, hails Ambode for exposing him

The Lagos State Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Taofik Gani, has called for the prosecution of ex-governor Babatunde Raji Fashola.... ....[Daily Post] »

NDLEA seizes 130.9kg cannabis in Bayelsa

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Bayelsa State Command has seized 130.9 kg of narcotic drugs suspected to be Cannabis Sativa, otherwise known as Indian hemp in the state. ... ....[The Punch] »

Chad Sentences 10 Boko Haram Members To Death

As regional efforts continue in countering the Boko Haram insurgency, Chad has sentenced 10 members of the Islamist militant group, Boko Haram, to death on terror charges. ... ....[Channels TV] »

Nigerian Troops Uncover IED Making Factory In Borno

Troops of the 25 Task Force Brigade of the Nigerian Army on Friday discovered and destroyed an Improvised Explosives Device(IED) making factory in Borno State. ... ....[Channels TV] »

Julius Agwu Grants First TV Interview After Brain Surgery

Nigerian comedian Julius Agwu had an exclusive chat with Channels TV’s UK correspondent, Doris Okenwa, ahead of his Crack Ya Ribs concert in London. ... ....[Channels TV] »

Prices of imported rice, maize slide at Mile 12 market

The prices of imported rice and maize on Friday slightly decreased at the Mile 12 market in Lagos State for the week ended, August 28, a commodity index sheet made available by Novus Agro... ...[BusinessDay] »

Nigeria police gets first female force PRO

The Inspector General of Police, Solomon E. Arase, has appointed Acting ACP Olabisi Alofe Kolawole as the new Force Public Relations Officer. Kolawole becomes the first female police... ...[BusinessDay] »

Amosun’s wife: I wasn’t arrested for money laundering in London

Wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Olufunso Amosun, yesterday denied that she was arrested for alleged money laundering of about $300,000 in London. She spoke in Abeokuta... ...[New Telegraph] »

FIFA to discuss Chelsea doctor treatment

Jose Mourinho’s treatment of Chelsea team doctor Eva Carneiro is to be discussed by world governing body, FIFA. Carneiro’s role was downgraded after she and head physio Jon... ...[New Telegraph] »

Bukola Saraki’s Abuja residence on fire

The Abuja home of Nigeria’s Senate President, Bukola Saraki, was on Friday engulfed by fire. The fire reportedly started on the top floor of the two-storey building. TheCable reports... ....[Daily Post] »

Amaechi shuns Wike’s judicial panel as EFCC begins probe

Former Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Amaechi has refused to appear before the judicial commission of inquiry probing his administration’s sale of valued public assets... ....[Daily Post] »

Saraki inaugurates Ad-Commiittee on power

Senate President President, Bukola Saraki today (Friday) inaugurated a 14 man ad-hoc Committee on Power with Senator Abubakar Kyari as Chairman, bringing to five all Committees inaugurated... ....[Daily Post] »

Buhari approves 65 licences for private refineries

President Muhammadu Buhari has granted licences to 65 Nigerian companies to construct modular refineries. The post Buhari approves 65 licences for private refineries... ...[Vanguard News] »

Yemi Alade escapes death In London

Nigerian afro-pop singer, Yemi Alade narrowly escapes death far away in London in the earlier hours of today. The post Yemi Alade escapes death In London...[Vanguard News] »

Maiduguri IDP camps record 500 diarrhea cases

The Borno Ministry of Health on Friday said that over 500 cases of Diarrhea and vomiting had been recorded in 22 Internally Displaced Persons’ Camps in the state capital... ....[The Punch] »

Stocks halt losses with 0.3% gain

Equities on the Nigerian Stock Exchange rose on Thursday for the first time this week with the market capitalisation rising by 0.3 per cent or N29bn to close at N9.669tn. ... ....[The Punch] »

100 Indian companies indicate interests in Nigerian markets

Representatives of not less than 100 Indian companies on Friday said that more Indian companies and investors were willing to take advantage of Nigeria’s huge investment environment. ... ...[BusinessDay] »

Judge sues Speaker, legislators in Osun

A High Court Judge in Osun, Justice Folahanmi Oloyede, has filed a motion in an Osogbo High Court, challenging the Osun State House of Assemnbly’s handling of a petition she forwarded to it.... ....[P.M. News] »

Churches shut down over noisy worship

Authorities in Lagos have shut down churches across the city after a glut of complaints over noisy worship... ...[News24 NG] »

Association decries use of girls in veils for suicide-bombing

Federation of Muslim Women Association in Nigeria (FOMWAN) has decried the use of young girls wearing hijab (veil) for suicide-bombing. ...[News24 NG] »

Ambode shifts reforms to councils, may sack 57 Exec Secs

There are strong indications that the on-going restructuring and reforms in the Lagos State Civil Service will soon be extended to the 20 Local Governments and Local Council Development... ...[Vanguard News] »

Nigeria’s Ambassador to US, Adefuye is dead

Reports reaching DAILY POST say the Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United States of America, Professor Ade Adefuye, is dead. According to sources at the embassy, the late ambassador died... ....[Daily Post] »

Second Niger Bridge: Oshiomhole deliberately mis-informed Nigerians –Onolememen

Former Minister of Works, Mike Onolememen has challenged Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State to substantiate his claim that N140 billion was expended on consultancy services... ....[Daily Post] »

Afrobasket: D’Tigers Spank Gabon, Into Semi-Finals

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, are in the semi-final of the 2015 African Basketball Championship after beating Gabon 88 points to 64... ...[Complete Sports] »

One killed as Island hoodlums hijack naming ceremony

ONE person has reportedly been killed in the Ita Faji area, Lagos Island, Lagos State, after some hoodlums stormed a naming ceremony and unleashed mayhem... ....[The Punch] »

Seven killed, nine injured in auto crash

No fewer than seven people died on Thursday, while nine others were left in critical conditions after a commercial bus collided with a truck conveying diesel on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.... ....[The Punch] »

Army finds soldiers who attacked court, WAI men

The Four Brigade Command of the Nigerian Army says it has identified six military officers, who attacked some officials of the Edo State Committee on War Against Indiscipline... ....[The Punch] »

Information Ministry Workers Protest Alleged Fund Misappropriation

Workers of the Ministry of Information have staged a protest against what they described as the ministry’s negligence of staff welfare and gross misappropriation of public funds. ... ....[Channels TV] »

Nigeria’s crude exports disrupted as Shell shuts pipelines

Oil firm declares force majeure NNPC cuts off-takers from 43 to 16 The crude exports from Nigeria suffered a dip yesterday as Shell, the country’s biggest oil producing company, announced... ...[New Telegraph] »

Economic slowdown deepens banks’ woes as debtors property can’t find buyers

In what seems a desperate determination to recover their money from loan defaulters, some commercial banks in Nigeria have put up for sale, a number of houses, hotels, petrol stations.... ...[BusinessDay] »

Senate probes Customs, FIRS over N567bn spending

The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions has commenced investigation into allegation of illegal spending of N567 billion by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)... ...[New Telegraph] »

Arik: I was expecting N1.2m from drug pushing, says accomplice

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended an Arik Air crew member, Chibuzor Oliver Ikechukwu over his alleged role in the 20 kilogramme of cocaine seizure by the United Kingdom Border Force... ....[The Nation] »

Agent ‘defrauds’ 200 people for MTN job

A 32-year-old agent, Ayomide Adewale, has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate’s Court in Ebute Meta, Lagos on charges of stealing and fraudulent act. Adewale... ....[The Nation] »

33-yr-old man commits suicide in Ondo over job loss

The decomposing body of a 33-year-old man, Gbenga Ogundana, has been discovered by Police detectives in Akure, Ondo State capital, after he reportedly committed suicide... ...[Vanguard News] »

SGF position: Buhari has demonstrated his hatred for Ndigbo –Ohanaeze

The Ohaneze Youth Council, OYC, has expressed deep anger over President Muhammadu Buhari’s latest appointment for the positions of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,... ....[Daily Post] »

Super Eagles Beat Amakson Academy 3-0 In Practice Match

Glo Premier League star striker Tunde Adeniji on Thursday scored twice as the Super Eagles defeated Amakson Academy of Abuja 3-0 in a practice match at the Abuja National Stadium. ... ....[Leadership NG] »

New comptroller general for custom, immigration

President Muhammadu Buhari, has approved the appointment of Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (rtd) as the new Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). He replaces Alhaji Dikko... ....[The Nation] »

Super Falcons thrash Katsina Spotlight Queens 7-0

The Super Falcons on Thursday in Abuja thrashed Katsina Spotlight Queens 7-0 in a friendly match to prepare for the 11th All-Africa Games (AAG) holding in Brazzaville, Congo. ... ...[Vanguard News] »

Woman stabs fiance to death over demand for sex

A 24-year-old woman Blessing Edet has been arrested for allegedly stabbing her fiancé, Edet Ebong, 33, to death with a kitchen knife over his demands for sex... ....[Linda Ikeji] »

We are now live on air in Lagos –Radio Biafra claims

Nnamdi Kanu-led Radio Biafra has announced its presence in South Western State of Lagos. The controversial station, which recently floated a TV station in south eastern part of the country... ....[Daily Post] »

Most Nigerians will never accept PDP – Doyin Okupe

In what can be interpreted to mean slamming a curse on his supposed political party, erstwhile Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to former President, Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Doyin Okupe, has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is not looking good... ....[Daily Post] »

PDP nullifies Metuh’s suspension, says party still has confidence in his ability

The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has said it has nullified the alleged suspension of the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa Metuh... ....[Daily Post] »

Arsenal grouped with Bayern, Mourinho returns to Porto – Full draws for UCL group stages

Holders Barcelona, will begin the defence of their Champions League crown in Group E, where they will face Bayer Leverkusen, Roma and BATE. The game against the Serie A side... ....[Daily Post] »

Kaduna Chief Judge frees 100 inmates with minor offences

As part of efforts to decongest Kaduna Prisons, the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Abubakar Tanimu Zalani, has freed 100 inmates with minor offences... ....[Daily Post] »

Messi named Best Player in Europe ahead of Ronaldo, Suarez

Barcelona’s superstar, Lionel Messi, has won the UEFA Best Player in Europe Award, beating his team-mate Luis Suarez and perennial rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, to the prize.... ....[Daily Post] »

NUC bans 57 illegal Nigerian varsities, probes others

The National Universities Commission has released a list of 57 illegal degree awarding institutions operating in Nigeria or any of its other campuses in the country. The Executive Secretary... ....[The Punch] »

Police quiz Ekiti PDP Chair over dud cheque

The Police in Ekiti have quizzed the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ekiti State, Chief Idowu Faleye, in connection with the dud cheque issued to pay for the rent of the state... ....[The Punch] »

Youths protest Bauchi Emir’s appointment, cars razed

Angry youths in Misau Local Government Area of Bauchi State on Thursday, went on a rampage to protest the appointment of the new Emir of Misau... ....[The Punch] »

Lagos residents protest killings by Naval officers

About 200 residents of Majidun, a community in Ikorodu, Lagos, western Nigeria on Thursday protested to the Lagos State House of Assembly following the alleged killing of three... ....[P.M. News] »

Buhari Appoints Chief Of Staff, SGF, Others

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointments of Engr. Babachir David Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Alhaji Abba Kyari as Chief of Staff to the President... ....[Channels TV] »

Bishop Kukah Shuns Media After Closed-Door Meeting With Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari and the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, met behind closed-doors in the Presidential Villa Abuja. Bishop Kukah, declined comments... ....[Channels TV] »

No more automatic promotion for Ogun judiciary workers —Chief Judge

Ogun state judiciary workers will no longer enjoy automatic promotion but will have to go through competitive examinations and intensive interviews before any raise.. ....[Premium Times] »

Naira firms up against dollar, trades N211/$ at parallel market

The Naira remained firm against the Dollar, Euro and Pound Sterling, according to trading at the parallel market on Wednesday. The Naira gained a point against the Dollar to exchange N211... ...[Hallmark News] »

Nigeria loses N197bn annually on importation of tomato products

The Nigerian government is losing N197bn to the importation of tomato products yearly. President and Chief Executive Officer, Erisco Foods Limited, Ikeja, Lagos, Mr. Eric Umeofia,... ...[Hallmark News] »

Ekiti Speaker slams state govts for refusal to hold LG polls

The Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Honourable Kola Oluwawole, on Wednesday, described as evil and undemocratic, acts of states governments that failed to conduct local... ....[Daily Times] »

Several killed as Dangote truck collides with God is Good bus

Fourteen persons, on Wednesday evening, died in a motor accident on the busy Benin-Ore-Lagos Expressway, at Akinfosile area, in Odigbo Local Government area of Ondo state... ....[Daily Times] »

8 700 soldiers deployed to combat Boko Haram

Military chiefs from the Lake Chad Basin Commission have perfected plans to deploy 8 700 troops of the Multi National Joint Task Force against the Boko Haram insurgents. ...[News24 NG] »

Buhari cancels crude oil swap deals between NNPC, traders

President Muhammadu Buhari has cancelled all offshore processing and crude swap deals for refined oil products between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation and oil traders. ...[News24 NG] »

Dangote loses N140bn to Chinese stocks plunge

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote reportedly lost N141 billion following intense pressure of global markets as a result of ripples from the Chinese economic crisis. ...[News24 NG] »

LASU Dean says mass failure unconnected with Senate sitting

Authorities of the Lagos State University (LASU) said that the non-sitting of the institution's Senate was not responsible for students’ mass failure in General Studies (GNS) and some other courses. ...[News24 NG] »

Scores arrested for cultism, robbery in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command have arrested more than 20 alleged cultists and perpetrators of violent crime in the state. ...[News24 NG] »

Musa Fires CSKA Into UCL Group Stages, Onazi Crashes

Super Eagles forward, Ahmed Musa, helped CSKA Moscow progress into the group stage of the UEFA Champions League after scoring the decisive goal... ...[Complete Sports] »

Mikel Linked With Besiktas Move

Turkish side Besiktas are keen to add Chelsea’s Nigerian midfielder Mikel Obi to their ranks this summer, according to the Daily Mail. Besiktas were initially keen on snapping up... ...[Complete Sports] »

RAPE: Cultist Attacks Teenage Girl In Delta

A 17-year-old girl simply known as Monica was on Monday allegedly raped by suspected cultist in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. It was learnt... ....[Leadership NG] »

Arik Air Staff Arrested With N105 Million Worth Of Cocaine

Arik Air staff nabbed with cocaine A staff member of Arik Air, Chika Egwu Udensi, has been arrested in London after 20 kilograms of cocaine worth N105 million was found in his possession. ... ...[360Nobs] »

Awoniyi moves closer to Liverpool transfer

Taiwo Awoniyi has moved closer to signing for Liverpool as he is expected to fly out to England this week for a medical. His trip to England means he is not likely to feature... ....[The Nation] »

Champions League: Echiejile disappointed with Monaco’s exit

Elderson Echiejile was disappointed that Monaco have been knocked out of the UEFA Champions League after losing 4-3 on aggregate to Valencia on Tuesday.... ....[The Nation] »

Age limit disqualified me from youth corps – Obasanjo

Former president Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, said he would have loved to participate in the National Youth Service Corps, but was disqualified because of his age.... ....[Linda Ikeji] »

MDCN to verify doctors in FG employ

Following the discovery of a fake doc­tor, Martins Ugwu, who worked in the Federal Ministry of Health for 9 years, using the cer­tificates of his friend, Dr. Davidson Daniel George,... ....[Linda Ikeji] »

Policeman mistakenly shoots self dead while adjusting rifle in Lagos

The atmosphere at the Mobile Police Force 20, in the Ikeja area of Lagos, had been tense since Tuesday after a police inspector, identified simply as Medugwu, mistakenly shot himself dead... ....[Linda Ikeji] »

Two policemen paraded for robbery, impersonation

The Anambra State Police Command on Wednesday paraded two policemen and 25 others for various offences. The two policemen ─ Corporal Peter Ilo and Constable Nicholas Ogbuanu ─ were paraded... ....[The Punch] »

Okagbare’s 200m miss throws up confusion

The hopes of Nigeria winning a medal in the individual events suffered a huge blow on Wednesday when Blessing Okagbare did not show up for the women’s 200m of the ongoing IAAF World... ....[The Punch] »

I’m not fighting Fashola, says Tinubu

The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has distanced himself from the recent attacks against former Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State... ....[The Punch] »

Court re-orders police to produce Lekki robbery suspect

A Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja has re-ordered the state’s Commissioner of Police and SP Abba Kyari of the State Anti-Robbery Squad to produce in court on August 20, 2015, a 20-year-old... ...[Vanguard News] »

Bauchi recovers 72 cars, others from ex-government officials

The current administration in Bauchi State has so far recovered 72 cars and a number of generator sets allegedly looted by officials of the past government. The state governor, Mohammed... ....[The Punch] »

Afrobasket: Nigeria down Mozambique 87-47

Nigeria’s D’Tigers beat Mozambique 83-47 in Round of 16 match at 2015 Afrobasket for Men at Rades in Tunisia. Nigeria will now meet Gabon in Thursday’s quarter-finals. ....[The Punch] »

CBN directs banks to release bailout funds

The Central Bank of Nigeria said on Wednesday that it has given approval to the request by Deposit Money Banks to provide funds to state governments to enable them pay the backlog... ....[The Punch] »

Shan George tells EFCC to probe Nollywood over Jonathan’s $200m largesse

Famous Nollywood diva, Shan George has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to beam its searchlight on the movie industry after the ‘Bank of Industry’ denied... ....[Daily Post] »

Ondo University lecturers, students beg Buhari not to reverse status

Students of the Adeyemi University of Education, Ondo in Ondo State and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) of the institution, Tuesday appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari... ....[Daily Post] »

Ondo Assembly clerk arrested, Speaker escapes

The Clerk of the Ondo state House of Assembly, Mr Bode Adeyelu was on Wednesday arrested by the Police from the Federal Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Abuja for allegedly swearing in two members of the state House of Assembly without Certificates....[Daily Post] »

Royal Ife families at war over Ooni’s successor

As battle for the next Ooni of Ife begins, the Osinkola Ruling House has disagreed with the Giesi and Ogboru Ruling Houses on whose turn it is to produce the next traditional ruler. The... ....[Daily Post] »

Rooney ends drought with hat-trick as United qualify for Champions League proper

Wayne Rooney ended his 878-minute drought with a hat-trick, as Manchester United crushed Club Brugge 4-0 at home, to qualify for the group stages of the Champions League... ....[Daily Post] »

Inter-bank overnight rate rises to 84%

Overnight inter-bank rates, which are the interest rates that deposit money banks charge for borrowing and lending short-term loans to each other, on Wednesday rose by 37.21 percent... ...[BusinessDay] »

Brent crude falls below $45 for first time since 2009

Oil in London slid below $45 a barrel for the first time since March 2009 on concerns Chinese demand is slowing just as supplies from the U.S. and Iran threaten to swell a global surplus.... ...[BusinessDay] »

Court grants former legislator bail in forgery case

An Enugu East Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday granted bail to a former legislator accused of forgery. Uche Ekete, a former Majority Leader of the Enugu State House of Assembly... ....[The Guardian] »

Boko Haram: NEMA evacuates 5,000 people from Dikwa LGA

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Wednesday said it had evacuated 5,000 starved persons from liberated interland communities in Dikwa Local Government Area (LGA), Borno.... ....[The Guardian] »

Alleged corruption: EFCC may grill Akpabio

Barring any change, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), may grill former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Senator Godswill Akpabio Thursday, on allegations... ...[New Telegraph] »

45 ships expected at Lagos ports with petroleum products, foods

Forty five ships laden with petroleum products, food items and other goods are expected to arrive at the Lagos ports from Aug. 26 to Sept. 12. This is contained in “Shipping Position’’... ....[P.M. News] »

Dogara condoles with El-Rufai over father’s death

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, on Wednesday, condoled with Gov. Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State, over the death of his foster father, Malam Yahaya Hamza... ....[P.M. News] »

Appeal Court upholds Ambode’s victory, fines Agbaje

The Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal on Wednesday affirmed the verdict of the Lagos State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal which upheld the declaration of Akinwunmi Ambode... ...[Vanguard News] »

Nigerian dies in Malaysia after selling kidney for N6million

A 28-year-old Nigerian, identified as Chukwudi, from Imo State, had reportedly died while trying to sell his kidney in Malaysia to a patient needing a transplant... ....[Daily Post] »

Ogun residents protest demolition of houses, proposed university

Residents of Irashusi-Oja Oba and Ajegunle-Araromi Communities in Ogun State, Tuesday, protested the demolition of their houses, farms and businesses by the state government... ....[Daily Post] »

Oshiomhole describes Orubebe as ‘clown’ who is afraid of probe

The Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that the former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Mr. Godsday Orubebe, is a clown who is afraid of President Muhammadu... ....[Daily Post] »

Senate Committee walks out EFCC officials sent to defend alleged diversion of N1trn

Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, who appeared before the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions were on Wednesday walked out... ....[Daily Post] »

Soldiers beat up Edo WAI officers; chase out magistrates, court officers as they release suspects

Some soldiers attached to expatriates working with Setraco Construction Company, on Wednesday, reportedly beat up officials of the Edo State Committee on War Against Indiscipline.... ....[Daily Post] »

2 Suicide Bombers Attack Checkpoint, Kill Soldier On Night Duty In Maiduguri

A soldier of the Nigeria Air Force was feared killed last night by two suspected Boko Haram suicide bombers who launched a deceptive attack on a military checkpoint in Maiduguri, the Borno... ....[Leadership NG] »

University of Lagos Post UTME Results Show 56% Pass Rate

The University of Lagos Post UTME results have been released for its 2015 Post UTME. This was revealed in a statement signed by the Deputy Registrar... ...[360Nobs] »

I cannot hang around PDP anymore – Ndoma-Egba

The immediate past Senate Leader, Victor Ndoma-Egba, has said he cannot continue to “hang around” the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) anymore. This followed speculations... ....[The Nation] »

Suspected Boko Haram militants attack Chad’s army camp

Two suicide bombers blew themselves up outside a Chadian army camp on Wednesday, according to security sources who blamed the attack on the Boko Haram sect, a terror group... ....[The Nation] »

Man jailed 14 years for stealing N51m

An Oredo Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Benin City has sentenced a 45-year old man, Gbenga Lawal, to 14 years imprisonment. Gbenga was jailed for stealing the sum of N51, 168,230,... ....[The Nation] »

DPR shuts 42 petrol stations in Imo

No fewer than 42 petrol stations have been shut down in Imo State by the Directorate of Petroleum Resources (DPR) for selling Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) above the government regulated price... ....[The Nation] »

Taye Taiwo debuts in Finland

Nigeria defender Taye Taiwo made his debut for his new club HJK Helsinki of Finland on Monday as they drew 1-1 at home with HIFK. The former Olympique Marseille defender was on from start... ....[The Punch] »

Alleged Drug Trafficking: Arik Crew Member Arrested In London

A male cabin crew member of Arik Air has been arrested at Heathrow Airport, London, by the United Kingdom Border Force for allegedly possessing items suspected to be banned substance... ....[Channels TV] »

FG Establishes Committee On National Carrier

President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration is revisiting the collapse of Nigeria airways as it establishes a committee on National Carrier. The committee, which has been mandated... ....[Channels TV] »

National ID card to confirm Nigeria’s population

NIMC records 7m registration The National Identity Card will confirm Nigeria’s population and those entitled to vote, President Muhammadu Buhari said as he was registered on Monday... ...[BusinessDay] »

Group life insurance gets boost as police, civil service pay 50% premium

The Office of the Head of Service of the Federation and the Nigeria Police Force have both paid 50 percent premium for their employees group life insurance cover for the current year,... ...[BusinessDay] »

Ogun Customs generates N3.4bn revenue, declares war on smuggling

Ogun State Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service says it generates N3.4 billion as revenue in six months from Ogun-Republic of Benin borders, representing duty paid value payable... ...[BusinessDay] »

Cargo diversions loom on back of import processing delays

Nigerian businesses are considering routing their imports through the neighbouring ports of Benin Republic to by-pass time consuming import documentation bottlenecks instituted... ...[BusinessDay] »

Emefiele goes Malaysia way in bid to keep dollar peg

Nigeria’s Central Bank (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele’s unorthodox policies aimed at maintaining the naira’s peg to the dollar, amid a global commodity rout... ...[BusinessDay] »

Arik Air, Ireland in talk on trade mission to Nigeria

The Irish Embassy in Nigeria and Enterprise Ireland are seeking to partner with Arik Air on the Irish Trade Mission to Nigeria in December 2015. This came to light during the week... ...[BusinessDay] »

Again, workers ground Owerri over salary arrears, others

WORKERS in various Imo State ministries, agencies and parastatals yesterday disrupted major streets in Owerri, shutting down economic activities over unpaid salaries and pensions allegedly... ....[The Guardian] »

I’ll make more people pay tax, says Fowler

The Acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Babatunde Fowler, has pledged to evolve a system to make more people and organisations pay taxes... ...[New Telegraph] »

Buhari: My predecessors encouraged corruption in oil sector

No National Assembly member should earn N1m monthly, says RMAFC President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday accused those who took over from him as petroleum minister and military Head of State... ...[New Telegraph] »

FG cancels NNPC’s deals with traders

The Federal Government yesterday ordered the cancellation of the Offshore Processing Agreement (OPA) and crude swap deals for refined oil products between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and oil traders.... ...[New Telegraph] »

Ace comedian, ‘Baba Sala’ discharged from hospital

The Chief Medical Director of the UCH, Prof. Temitope Alonge, says the hospital will pay Baba Sala’s hospital bill.... ....[Premium Times] »

Police officer, 2 others killed over bribe at checkpoint in Taraba

A policeman shot two persons to death because they refused to bribe him at a checkpoint in Taraba.. .....[Premium Times] »

Recovered Assets: We are not afraid of probe —EFCC

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Lamorde, has denied diverting N1trillion of assets recovered from corrupt officials, saying he is prepared to face probe.... ....[Premium Times] »

Lawyer’s fault Buhari on call not to shield corrupt individuals

Some legal practitioners have faulted the recent appeal by President Muhammadu Buhari to Nigerian lawyers not to hamper the course of Justice while defending corrupt public... ...[Hallmark News] »

Stakeholders knock Customs boss over new revenue target

Maritime stakeholders have criticized John Atte, the acting Co0mptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service over his directive to his Area Controllers to raise their revenue performance.... ...[Hallmark News] »

Cech stars as Arsenal play 0-0 against Liverpool

Liverpool maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season as they played out a thrilling goalless draw with Arsenal at Emirates Stadium. In a game littered with chances, brilliant... ....[P.M. News] »

KWASU lecturers, management at war over inauguration of ASUU

The Management and academic staff of the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete are at loggerheads over the inauguration of the local branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).... ....[P.M. News] »

Wizkid showers Ibadan fans with cash at #StarMusicTrek concert

Afro-pop music star, Wizkid was at his best on Saturday, 22 August at the Star Music Trek concert at Trans Amusement Park, Samonda, Ibadan as he repeatedly showered the mammoth... ....[P.M. News] »

Nigeria Loses N580bn To Corporate Tax Incentives Annually – Report

A new report by ActionAid and Tax Justice Network Africa has revealed that Nigeria loses N580 billion ($2.9billion) by awarding unnecessary tax incentives to multinational corporations. ... ....[Leadership NG] »

Nigerian equities lose N228b as China crisis goes global

Global stock markets yesterday took a major plunge after China suffered its worst trading session in eight years. An unprecedented collapse in Chinese shares sent tremors... ....[The Nation] »

Protesting lawyers disrupt NBA session over Amaechi

Members of the Port-Harcourt branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), on Monday disrupted a session of the law body’s annual conference over an invitation extended to former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Ameachi to address them.... ....[Daily Times] »

Bus driver protests nude against impoundment by police

A bus driver in Ikwere road stripped half naked in front of people because a traffic police officer had tried to impound his bus for not obeying traffic rules. ...[News24 NG] »

Police nab 12 armed robbery suspects in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 12 notorious armed robbers, who have been terrorising residents of the city, ASP Magaji Majiya, the command’s Public Relations Officer, has said. ...[News24 NG] »

Thugs beat mother, kill toddler in Ondo

Thugs from the Idanre LGA of Ondo State have allegedly beaten a woman and accidentally killed her two-year-old baby following an argument. ...[News24 NG] »

Manchester United reportedly bid £140m for Neymar

Manchester United have made a stunning offer of around £140million for Barcelona forward Neymar, according to reports in Brazil. Louis van Gaal is desperate to add a world class striker... ....[Daily Post] »

Panel to probe Amaechi begins sitting in Port Harcourt

The probe panel set-up to investigate the immediate past administration of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi has said it is not out to witch-hunt anyone. Chairman of the committee... ....[Daily Post] »

Drunk Naval officer shoots three persons in Ikorodu

Pandemonium broke out in Majidun area of Ikorodu after a drunk Naval personnel allegedly opened fire on three persons, leaving them in critical condition.... ....[Daily Post] »

Fashola and Tinubu should make peace or be destroyed in war – Fani-Kayode

Femi Olu-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation, has urged embattled former Lagos state governor, Babatunde Fashola to make peace with the All Progressive Congress (APC) leader Asiwaju Bola... ....[Daily Post] »

N1trillion probe: Anxiety grips Lamorde as Saraki’s loyalists plot to nail Lamorde boss

The allegation of diversion of N1 trillion by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Lamorde, may lead to his removal... ....[Daily Post] »

How Military intercepted Enugu lawmaker with 4,000 PVCs during election

A soldier attached to 82 Division, Enugu has said that a lawmaker, Chukwuemeka Ujam, was caught with 4,000 permanent voters cards on an election day. The soldier told the State and National... ....[Daily Post] »

Sierra Leone releases last confirmed Ebola patient

Sierra Leone released its last confirmed Ebola patient from hospital yesterday and began a 42-day countdown to being declared free of the virus, medical sources said.... ...[National Mirror] »

Okagbare Apologises, Vows To Bounce Back In 200m

Reigning African 100m queen, Blessing Okagbare, has apologised to Nigerians, especially millions of her fans all over the world, for letting them down in the final... ...[Complete Sports] »

Ambode wants illegal aliens repatriated

The Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has asked the Federal Government to repatriate 199 illegal Togolese immigrants presently camped at the Lagos Emergency Resettlement Centres... ....[The Punch] »

Senators, Reps want SAN title

Senators, House of Representatives members and members of other legislative houses in the country who are lawyers, on Monday intensified their desire to be conferred with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate... ....[The Punch] »

Suspended NIS boss, Plateau gov beg Buhari

The Plateau State Governor, Mr. Simon Lanlong, on Monday led the suspended Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Parradang, to the Presidential Villa, Abuja... ....[The Punch] »

N1tn petition: Senate rumbles, splits over Lamorde probe

A fresh crisis looms in the Senate. Members on Monday appeared divided over the planned probe of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Lamorde... ....[The Punch] »

Arms deals: Buhari probes Yar’Adua, Jonathan’s govts

The National Security Adviser, Maj. Gen. Babagana Monguno (retd.), has set up an investigative committee on the procurement of hardware and ammunition in the Armed Forces from 2007... ....[The Punch] »

LASG removes Fashola’s budget spending from website

The Lagos State Government has removed the list of contracts awarded under the administration of former Governor Babatunde Fashola. The list which was published on the website... ....[The Punch] »

Judiciary’s Bad Image Has Impeded Investments In Nigeria –Osinbajo

Nigeria’s Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, on Monday said the narrative that justice can be bought in Nigeria is a serious problem impeding investments in the country. Prof Osibajo... ....[Channels TV] »

DSS Charges Dasuki To Court Over Illegal Fire Arms

The former National Security Adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan, Col Mohammed Dasuki has been charged to court for possession of fire arms without license.... ....[Channels TV] »

At Least 6 Dead As Explosions Rock Damaturu

At least six persons have been reported dead in Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State, after twin blasts occurred in the early hours of Tuesday. Twelve others were injured in the attack.... ....[Channels TV] »

JAMB to start sale of 2016 UTME forms on August 31

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says arrangement has been concluded for the sale of its 2016 application forms. This is contained in a statement... ...[BusinessDay] »

Court remands two filling station owners for alleged illegal oil dealings

LAGOS Federal High Court, has remanded in prison two filling station owners for allegedly dealing in petroleum products that was loaded from a vandalized pipelines... ....[The Guardian] »

FG fails to remit N12bn life cover for workers

For the second year in a row, the Federal Government has failed to provide insurance cover for its workers under the Group Life Insurance Policy. The failure on the part of the government... ...[New Telegraph] »

Lagos Assembly’s matron found dead in Office

Confusion reigned supreme yesterday as the body of the Chief Matron of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mrs Caroline Oriola, was discovered in her office.... ...[New Telegraph] »

Boko Haram: UN scribe honours fallen colleagues

Demands release of Chibok girls, backs Buhari’s graft war The United Nations (UN) Secretary- General, Mr. Ban Ki-Moon, yesterday laid wreath at the bomb site of the UN House in Abuja. ... ...[New Telegraph] »

I’m ready for probe, Okonjo- Iweala declares

Former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Sunday declared support for President Muhammadu Buhari’s anti-corruption drive, saying she was ready to subject herself to an unfettered government probe....[Premium Times] »

SSANU threatens nationwide strike over funding of varsities’ staff schools

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) yesterday in Lagos urged the Federal Government to rescind its decision to stop funding universities’ staff... ...[Hallmark News] »

Buhari under pressure over corruption war, cabinet list

The ongoing anti-corruption crusade and delay in appointing ministers are two issues that have put the Muhammadu Buhari-led government on the firing line. However, concerned stakeholders have warned... ...[Hallmark News] »

Diezani cheated Nigeria over $15b oil sale to India

The Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ajjampur R. Ghanashyam, has revealed the dubious practice by former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Allison Madueke in selling crude to India... ....[P.M. News] »

Fashola sank borehole at N69.5m each; repaired rural road at N619m

Former Lagos State governor, Babatunde Fashola, spent N139m on the drilling of two boreholes at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The expenditure works out at N69.5 million each. The project was completed... ....[P.M. News] »

Results of Match Day 25 fixtures in the Glo Premier League

Following are the results of Match Day 25 fixtures in the 2014/2015 Glo Premier League, played on Sunday: Rangers International 1-1 Dolphins FC Warri Wolves 1-0 Wikki Tourists Akwa United 2-2 Giwa FC... ....[P.M. News] »

Shell Lifts Force Majeure On Gas Supplies To NLNG

Shell Petroleum Development Company Joint Venture (SPDC JV) has lifted the force majeure, declared on August 4, 2015, on gas supplies to the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG)... ....[Leadership NG] »

Project Fame 8.0: Judges Not Impressed With The Contestants

The night before the elimination night was an emotional one as the trio of Richie, Ruby, and Tejiri bade farewell to the academy after they were eliminated from the show. The nomination night picked... ...[360Nobs] »

Jonathan’s village Otuoke laments water scarcity

The Otuoke community in Bayelsa State – former President Goodluck Jonathan’s hometown – is lamenting the scarcity of portable water. Chairman of the Community Development Committee (CDC),... ....[The Nation] »

66,000 Nigerian pilgrims fly out to Saudi Arabia

NO fewer than 300 would-be pilgrims were yesterday flown out to Saudi Arabia. They are part of the 66,000 Nigerians scheduled to make this year’s hajj. The inaugural flight... ....[The Nation] »

Task Force dislodge roadside traders, hawkers in Oshodi

The Lagos State Task Force on Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit yesterday raided some black spots at the famous Oshodi in Lagos arrested 223 suspected miscreants,... ....[The Nation] »

RRS arrests 12 suspected in-traffic robbers

As part of its continued offensive operation against in-traffic robbery in Lagos state, the Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos Police Command, has arrested no fewer than 12 suspects... ....[Daily Times] »

Edo WAI official nabbed for extortion

A man claiming to be a member of the Edo State War Against Indiscipline (WAI), Mr. Aiyegbemn Sunday, was last weekend arrested at Ugbowo in Benin City... ....[Daily Times] »

Wife of Ondo PDP Ward chair abducted

Armed men have abducted Mama Omogbene Adeborile, wife of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman in Ward II area of Igbotako, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State... ....[Daily Times] »

NGO calls for probe of Kerosene distribution

A non-governmental organisation known as Movement Against Corruption and Injustice (MACI) has called on President Mohammadu Buhari to look critically into the distribution of Kerosine... ....[Daily Times] »

100 intending pilgrims shun pregnancy test in Bauchi

No fewer than 100 intending female pilgrims in Bauchi State for the 2015 Hajj in Saudi Arabia have shunned pregnancy tests as a precondition for travelling. ...[News24 NG] »

Lagos man arrested for rape of two daughters, stepdaughter

Lagos police have arrested a man for the alleged rape of his two daughters, aged six and four, as well as his 15-year-old stepdaughter. ...[News24 NG] »

Thieves target Abuja oil and gas firm

Police operating in the boundary between the Federal Capital Territory and Niger State have recovered some vehicles allegedly stolen from an Abuja-based oil and gas company. ...[News24 NG] »

Niger Delta youth welcome mini refineries

The Concerned Niger Delta Youths Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, has lauded Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, for establishing of mini refineries. ...[News24 NG] »

Man set ablaze for stealing pot of soup in Calabar

A mob in Calabar, Cross River State capital, yesterday, butchered a young man and set the remains on fire beside Atu Secondary School fence along Goldie Street, for allegedly robbing... ...[Vanguard News] »

Why are you afraid of probe commission, Wike queries Amaechi

An indication that former governor Chibuike Amaechi may not appear before the Justice G Omereji commission established to probe his administration emerged yesterday... ...[Vanguard News] »

Landlord’s daughter bites off tenant’s ear over electricity bill

THERE was pandemonium, weekend, at Oba Market Benin, as a 23-year-old hair dresser, Miss Faith Idehen, had her left ear bitten off in an attack by the daughter of her landlord.... ...[Vanguard News] »

Reps ready for salary cut, declare support for anti-graft war

IN support of the move to reduce the high cost of governance and to boost the war against corruption, the House of Representatives has declared its readiness to take salary cut... ...[Vanguard News] »

Buhari furious, summons NDDC mgt over contract-splitting

Worried by alleged mismanagement of funds of the commission running into billions of Naira, the Presidency has summoned the management of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC,... ...[Vanguard News] »

Kwara Government says N5bn FG bailout loan for LG salaries

Federal Government’s five billion naira bailout loan is meant for the payment of salary arrears and allowances to primary school teachers and local government workers.... ....[Daily Post] »

Allow EFCC probe Fayemi – PDP tells Buhari, APC

Ekiti State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has again accused the All Progressives Congress-led government of shielding former governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi... ....[Daily Post] »

Tinubu jittery because Buhari likes Fashola; Boko Haram won’t end soon – Gani Adams

National Coordinator of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) Otunba Gani Adams, first came to the limelight when the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo incarcerated him over attacks... ....[Daily Post] »

I was not invited to enter witness box at Tribunal – David Mark

Former Senate President, David Mark, has denied claims that he refused to enter the witness box when he appeared before the Benue State Election Petition Tribunal... ....[Daily Post] »

Buhari still behaving like military dictator –Fasoranti

Leader of Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, has observed that President Muhammadu Buhari is still behaving like a military dictator. Fasoranti, who made his observation known yesterday... ...[National Mirror] »

Beijing 2015: Okagbare Draws Fraser-Pryce In 100m Semis

Blessing Okagbare has been drawn in the same semi-final heat with Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, the woman she is hoping to dethrone as world champion Monday in Beijing.... ...[Complete Sports] »

HJK Helsinki Unveil Taye Taiwo

Former Super Eagles left-back Taye Taiwo has completed a deal to join Finland’s top side HJK Helsinki and he has been formally presented... ...[Complete Sports] »

Chelsea captain buys himself a Ferrari 275 GTB

Chelsea captain John Terry has bought for himself a Ferrari 275 GTB barely three days after his team were defeated 3-0 by title rivals Manchester City in a Barclays Premier League Super... ...[Complete Sports] »

Enyeama Saves Lille, Mikel Off Chelsea Bench, Ighalo Misfires

Super Eagles skipper, Vincent Enyeama, was in action for Lille and kept another clean sheet as they were held 0-0 at home to Bordeaux. It was Enyeama’s third game... ...[Complete Sports] »

Pillars 12-Year Run Ends, Sunshine Topple Enyimba

Sunshine Stars of Akure will sit top of the Nigeria Professional Football League table till the next 24 hours after a comprehensive 5-0 mauling of El-Kanemi Warriors in a match... ...[Complete Sports] »

Akpala On Target As Balogun, Ezekiel Win

Nigerian striker, Joseph Akpala, was on target for Oostende as they defeated Standard Liege 2-1 away from home. Akpala scored in the 14th minute after Christian Bruels... ...[Complete Sports] »

ICC studies petition against Lagos monarch, Akiolu

Indications emerged on Sunday that the International Criminal Court is studying the alleged threat by the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, to drown Igbos residing in Lagos in the lagoon... ....[The Punch] »

Rivers PDP, APC clash at INEC office

THE Rivers State chapters of the Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress have disagreed over an alleged power outage at the office of the Independent National Electoral... ....[The Punch] »

‘Dead workers still on Ondo payroll’

The Ondo State Government said that it embarked on another verification exercise in the state’s civil service in order to remove fake workers and pensioners from its payroll. The Ondo State... ....[The Punch] »

PDP begins reform, okays e-registration of members

THE National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has embraced telecommunications technology for the registration of party members across the country. This mode of registration... ....[The Punch] »

Fresh attack claims two in Jos

Member representing Barkin Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency, Mr. Istifanus Gyang, has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to intervene in the lingering crises in Plateau State... ....[The Punch] »