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Court Orders EFCC To Immediately Withdraw Wanted Publications Against Dominic Duru, Khalidur Talukder; Stops Yellow Card From Further Using Security Agents In Commercial DisputeThe High Court of Lagos State, siting in Tapa has granted interim orders directing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately remove, withdraw, and cease the publication or circulation of any notices, posters, or announcements portraying Ogadima Dominic Duru and Khalidur Rahman Mohammad Talukder, directors of DKK... Continue- Tinubu Commissions Newly Rebuilt Premier Hotel, IbadanBY MICHAEL AKINOLA President Bola Tinubu on Thursday commissioned the newly rebuilt Premier Hotel in Ibadan, Oyo State, declaring that his administration’s economic reforms are beginning to deliver tangible results and urging investors to take advantage of emerging opportunities in Nigeria’s evolving economy. The President said the transformation of... Continue
- Jubril Adewale Tinubu @59: Rich in Fortune, Richer in HumanityBY ADEBAYO ADEOYE There are men who announce their greatness with noise, and then there are those whose achievements speak so thunderously that fanfare becomes unnecessary. Jubril Adewale Tinubu — “Wale” to friends, family, and the many who hold him in deep admiration — belongs firmly in the latter... Continue
- Dangote Further Reduces Gantry Price of Petrol To N1,125 Per LitreDangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a further reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N1,175 to N1,125 per litre. This latest adjustment reflects the refinery’s ongoing commitment to ensuring price stability, improving affordability, and supporting Nigeria’s energy security objectives. The price... Continue
- Bolaji Agbede Quits Access Holdings’ Board June 30Access Holdings Plc has announced the retirement of its Executive Director, Business Support, Ms. Bolaji Olaitan Agbede, effective June 30, 2026, following the expiration of her tenure. Ms. Agbede is a former Acting Group CEO of the company. The development was disclosed in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange... Continue
Entertainment
lagoscityreporters.com, one of Nigeria’s leading online news platforms, has announced its official rebrand to insidecityreporters.com effective immediately. The name change reflects the platform’s evolution to meet the demands of... Continue
The heat was high, the flavours were bold, and the pressure was sizzling as the Top 5 home cooks on MasterChef Nigeria were tasked with re-imagining beloved Buka classics in a challenge that... Continue
The second edition of the My Tasty Naija Food Festival is coming to two United Kingdom cities –London and Manchester– this summer following the success of its inaugural London... Continue
MultiChoice, a CANAL+ company, has announced the launch of two new Novelas+ channels in English and Portuguese. Rolling out on 1 July, the channels will be dedicated entirely to... Continue
BY BOLAJI ABIMBOLA The PR landscape is fast-changing with the adoption of digital-first approach in campaign execution. Similar to what exists in almost every profession, the way we do... Continue
Award-winning singer and songwriter, Adekunle Gold, has urged creatives to remain committed to their craft, even when recognition feels out of reach, sharing a powerful reflection on patience, excellence... Continue
Education
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Oluwatoyin Temitayo Ogundipe as chairman of the governing board of the National Universities Commission (NUC). He succeeds Emeritus Professor Olufemi Raphael Aina,... Continue
AKINSINDE ADEOLA OYINDAMOLA The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State for the 2026 governorship election, Benjamin Kayode Adereti, on Monday attended the 65th... Continue
Total Child Educational Foundation (TCEF) hosted its 14th Edition of Annual Quiz & Debate Competition, an educational initiative aimed at promoting academic excellence, confidence, critical thinking, and intellectual development... Continue
BY ADEOLA LABZY When Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe appeared before the Nigerian Senate for his confirmation screening on 6 May 2026, he offered a message that stood out for its... Continue
Union Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigerian teachers and the wider education sector at the flag off of the 12th edition of the Maltina Teacher of... Continue
The Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund has announced the commencement of entries for the 12th edition of the prestigious Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition, with submissions open... Continue
Editorials
Crime
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE Operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, have arrested three suspected members of a criminal syndicate specializing in the vandalism and theft of... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A 45-year-old man, Joseph Agbo, was arraigned before an Ikeja Magistrate Court in Lagos on allegations of defiling a 12-year-old minor. The case was filed by the... Continue
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE A 40-year-old man, Daniel Ifeanyi, has been arraigned before an Ogba Magistrate Court in Lagos after a pastor alleged he collected N10 million for a church building... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A Lagos Magistrate Court charge sheet dated April 8, 2026, has listed three men for arraignment over allegations of conspiracy, unlawful possession of firearms, and membership of... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE The Ikeja Magistrate Court has arraigned a 42-year-old man, Kazeem Olaosebikan, over allegations of vehicle damage, theft, and conduct likely to cause breach of peace. The charge... Continue
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, on Monday commenced trial of billionaire businessman, Chief Ukatu Afamefuna Mallinson, alongside two associates, Pius Enidom and Sunday Ifeanyi Ibekwute, before the... Continue
Politics
AYO GBOTOSHO Every seasoned bricklayer knows you cannot build a straight, sturdy house on a shaky foundation. No matter how beautiful the coat of paint you apply to... Continue
ABDULWAHAB AHMED Introduction Kwara APC has found itself in a serious political quagmire, and the problem did not start today. For Kwarans with ears to the political ground, today’s quagmire... Continue
EKENE OGENE PROMISE As the 2027 General Elections approach, Ndi Anambra North has a crucial decision to make—a decision that will shape the future of our people and determine... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), His Excellency, Comrade Philip Shaibu, has congratulated the Governor of Ekiti State, His... Continue
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his resounding victory in Saturday’s Ekiti State gubernatorial election. The President commends the people of Ekiti State for their... Continue
The Youth Party has released guidelines and a timetable for the conduct of its primary elections ahead of the 2027 General Elections in the restored constituencies in Benue,... Continue
Business
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP), in collaboration with more than 75 civil society organisations operating under the umbrella of the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs),... Continue
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a further reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N1,175 to N1,125 per litre. This latest... Continue
Access Holdings Plc has announced the retirement of its Executive Director, Business Support, Ms. Bolaji Olaitan Agbede, effective June 30, 2026, following the expiration of her tenure. Ms. Agbede... Continue
United Nigeria Airlines has said it is preparing a major push into West and Central Africa, with plans to launch new routes to Monrovia, Banjul, Dakar, Abidjan, and Conakry... Continue
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, said Nigeria’s teeming youth population remains the nation’s greatest asset, assuring foreign investors that the ready-to-learn and tech-savvy workforce can easily... Continue
BUA Foods Plc, a subsidiary of BUA Group owned by billionaire industrialist, Abdul Samad Rabiu is expanding his food manufacturing operations with the commercial reintroduction of BUA-branded rice into the... Continue
Feature
Health
The newly reconstructed Gbadamosi Primary Health Centre in Ojodu LCDA has recorded its first baby delivery, marking a significant milestone in the council’s healthcare advancement efforts. Mrs. Abidoye Temitope,... Continue
In a move aimed at strengthening voluntary blood donation awareness and supporting life-saving healthcare interventions in Nigeria, Total Health Trust (THT), A Tangerine Company and Tangerine Insurance in partnership... Continue
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the release of N21.2 million in outbreak investigation and response funds, to each state to strengthen preparedness against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)... Continue
A major outbreak of Ebola is rapidly spreading across Central and East Africa, with the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the May 2026 Ebola outbreak a Public Health Emergency... Continue
Senior government officials, nutrition experts, healthcare professionals, regulators, development partners, and industry stakeholders Tuesday convened at the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja for the official launch of the ‘Choose Milk... Continue
The Oyo State Primary Health Care Board organized a six-day intensive training programme on Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) for Officers on Operational Level drawn from the thirty-three... Continue
Interview
Metro
FUNSHO AROGUNDADE The Lagos State Government has clarified that its recent engagement with transport unions across the State is not intended to replace the statutory responsibilities of the Lagos... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA Allegations have surfaced over a disputed property within Victoria Creek Gardens (VCG) Estate in Rivers State, as complainants claim that Mr. Micheal Amadi-Orwu, whom they alleged is... Continue
President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has observed that social life in Abuja, the nation’s capital, is gradually returning, while criminal hideouts are disappearing. He attributed the development to good... Continue
Residents of Anjorin Community Development Association, under Baruwa Ward in Surulere 2 Constituency, have petitioned their Representative at the House of Representatives, Lanre Okunola, over the parlous state of... Continue
AKINSINDE ADEOLA OYINDAMOLA Her Regal Majesty, Olori Temitope Morenike Enitan-Ogunwusi, wife of the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has been appointed Special... Continue
inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, has announced the opening of applications for the position of Chief Wahala Officer (CWO). This initiative is aimed at spotlighting the... Continue
Opinions
Pictures
EBERE UZOUKWA, PhD The recent resurgence of the Labour Party reflects deliberate leadership, strategic clarity and timely intervention, with Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, at the centre of this... Continue
ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI A delegation of Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) on Thursday, 6 November 2025 paid a courtesy visit on the Governor of Lagos State,... Continue
ABIODUN ADIGUN “Unlike the masses, intellectuals have a taste for rationality and interest in facts. Their critical habit of mind makes them resistant to the kind of propaganda that ... Continue
PHOTOS BY ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI The Queen of Ooni of Ife, Her Regal Majesty, Olori Ambassador Dr. Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi was a guest of the Ambassador of the... Continue
PHOTOS BY ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI The 2024 World Table Tennis Contender Lagos is currently ongoing at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall of Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.... Continue
ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI FC Barcelona Femini forward, Nigerian soccer star, Assist Oshoala was at the private home of the Nigerian First Family in Lagos where she was received by... Continue
Sports
Nigeria’s U-17 national team, the Golden Eaglets, recorded an emphatic 4-1 victory over Sporting Dream in Abuja as preparations continue for the China Invitational Tournament scheduled for early next... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE Favour Oghene Tejiri Ashe produced the performance of the day at the Commonwealth Games Trials, blazing to victory in the men’s 100 metres with a stunning... Continue
Buruj Football Club and Sports Academy is on the verge of sealing a major strategic partnership with Rudder Sports Management following fruitful discussions during the recent Italian Consulate General... Continue
The countdown to the biggest game in Nigerian flag football has entered its final stretch. With just five days to go until Showtime Bowl XIV, excitement is building across... Continue
The 2026 FIFA World Cup may have kicked off thousands of kilometres away in Mexico City, but Nigerian football fans have been able to follow every major moment live... Continue
Sensational Nigerian-born striker, Noah Abolaji Salaudeen, is enjoying a remarkable season in Lithuania, continuing his impressive goalscoring form for O.G. Kaišiadorys with an outstanding 38 goal contributions across all... Continue
World
The U.K. Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has announced today that he will stand down as Labour leader and Prime Minister, ending months of political turmoil and opening a contest... Continue
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim on Monday April 20, 2026 formally presented his Letter of Credence to the United Nations in New York , United States of America. UN Secretary General... Continue
MUDASHIRU TAWAKALITU OLUWATOYIN Donor countries have pledged an initial $3.9 billion to the Global Environment Facility (GEF) for its ninth replenishment cycle, in a powerful demonstration of commitment to... Continue
A SPEECH BY HIS MAJESTY THE KING CHARLES lll AT THE STATE BANQUET IN HONOUR OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AND FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU,... Continue
BY SOLA ENIKANOLAIYE Introduction Over time, it has been observed that diplomatic terms and practices are largely misused and misunderstood in Nigeria. There are publications in the media and... Continue
MARK CARNEY “It’s a pleasure – and a duty – to be with you at this turning point for Canada and for the world. Today, I’ll talk about the... Continue
Latest News
OLU VERHEIJEN Distinguished members of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce, Your Excellency the British... Continue
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has unveiled another... Continue
CHUKA UBAH Eze Jude Nnaemeka Arinze, Eze Ohazuruchi of Greenfield, Okota and Isolo, has... Continue
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE Operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, have... Continue
The High Court of Lagos State, siting in Tapa has granted interim orders directing... Continue
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP), in collaboration with more than 75 civil... Continue
BY MICHAEL AKINOLA President Bola Tinubu on Thursday commissioned the newly rebuilt Premier Hotel... Continue
BY ADEBAYO ADEOYE There are men who announce their greatness with noise, and then... Continue
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a further reduction in the gantry price of Premium... Continue
Access Holdings Plc has announced the retirement of its Executive Director, Business Support, Ms.... Continue
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