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How Socialite, One Other Alleged Scammed Female Prophet of N600m In Fake NNPC Top JobMICHAEL AKINOLA The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Monday, February 9, 2026 arraigned Gidado Ibrahim and Halimat Adenike Tejuosho (at large) before Justice H. Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja for an alleged N600 million job scam. Tejuosho (in absentia) and Gidado... Continue
Alleged ₦10bn Fraud: EFCC Witness Narrates How Kogi Diverted Funds Were Used To Acquire Abuja PropertiesA prosecution witness, PW17, an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and Deputy Superintendent of the EFCC, DCE Ahmed Audu Abubakar, on Monday, February 9, 2026, narrated before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, how hundreds of millions of naira allegedly diverted... Continue
inDrive Launches New Ads Platform For Affordable ServiceinDrive, global mobility and urban services platform, has introduced inDrive Ads, a new global advertising platform, to help the company grow sustainably, make its services affordable for people, while keeping commissions low for drivers. inDrive Ads, which is now live in the top 20 countries to the majority of... Continue- inDrive Predicts Trends That Will Shape Nigeria’s Ride-hailing Industry in 2026Just as the Nigerian ride-hailing market recorded robust growth in 2025, despite challenges such as fuel price volatility, regulatory hurdles, and connectivity issues, the industry is still pushing forward with innovation to reach an estimated value of $477.10 million in 2029. User numbers are expected to increase, with a... Continue
AGH, AMACOS 94/99 Alumni Inaugurate Solar-Powered Mini Community Library in Abeokuta NorthA new chapter in community-driven education support was opened on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Abeokuta North Local Government Area with the inauguration and handover of a solar-powered Mini Community Library, delivered through a strategic partnership between After God’s Heart Incorporated (AGH) and the Association of Mass Communication Students... Continue
Entertainment
Showmax has announced that The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa reunion will air in two parts, premiering on 20 February and 27 February 2026. Since the spin-off of The Real Housewives launched in... Continue
A Federal Capital Territory Chief Magistrate Court, Abuja, has dismissed a defamatory suit filed against popular Nollywood actress, Elizabeth Aishat Anjorin (a.k.a. Lizzy Anjorin), for being incompetent and... Continue
The launch of WIN WITH BILLBOARD, a new book by renowned advertising professional Asiwaju Ezra Okebisi arpa, PMP, took center stage during the AMC Awards 2026 Presentation, adding intellectual... Continue
Legendary American Christian worship leader, singer, and songwriter, Dr. Ron Kenoly, has passed. Ron Kenoly, known for his live worship concerts and inspiring songs, reportedly died on Tuesday February 3,... Continue
Fresh from their victories at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos, Nigeria, Tanzanian stars Juma Jux and Folex have described the platform as a major driver... Continue
In line with its commitment to inclusive growth, job creation, and economic diversification, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has formally marked a mandate partnership with Terra Kulture to support... Continue
Education
KINGSLEY EBERE Tension is mounting at the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) as concerned staff members have issued a strongly worded petition to the Lagos State Government accusing... Continue
The Lagos State University Economics Alumni Class of 2000 (LASUECO_2000) has awarded a ₦100,000 scholarship to Miss Gift Awugo, the best non-graduating 300-level student of Economics for the 2023/2024... Continue
The Group Chief Executive, Oando Group, Mr. Adewale Tinubu has been conferred with the honorary Doctoral Degree of Business (Honoris Causa) by the University of Lagos, UNILAG. The conferment... Continue
OLAMIDE ADENIJI When Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran walked into Ansar-ud-deen Primary School, Oke-Fóko, Ibadan, it was more than an official visit. It was a return to roots, a powerful... Continue
The 25th Anniversary of the Anwar -Ul- Islam Model College, Old Students Association, (ACAOSA) 2000 (Millennium) Set was a momentous occasion, marked by a grand celebration held at the... Continue
The Chancellor of Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, and Chairman of Rite Foods Limited, Dr. Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa, OFR, has identified investment in quality education as a catalyst for sustainable socio-economic development. Adegunwa stated this recently while delivering his address... Continue
Editorials
Crime
MICHAEL AKINOLA The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Monday, February 9, 2026 arraigned Gidado Ibrahim and Halimat Adenike Tejuosho (at large) before Justice H. Muazu of the... Continue
A prosecution witness, PW17, an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and Deputy Superintendent of the EFCC, DCE Ahmed Audu Abubakar, on Monday, February 9, 2026,... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE A 42-year old man, Chukwuma Anyanwu, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly stealing copper wire worth N.5m belonging to Dover Hotel. P.M.EXPRESS... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A man, Zakariah Mohammed, has landed in trouble for allegedly engaging in illicit hard drugs business by selling the substance to customers in a popular hotel in... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A 28-year old man, Awazie Henry, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly stabbing his rival, Agboade Olayinka, with a broken bottle and inflicted... Continue
AISHA ABUBAKAR Police operatives from the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested two suspects, Ayuba Ahmadu and Danlami Ayuba, for supplying petrol and arms to bandits during an operation... Continue
Politics
As Lagos State continues on its path of progress, stability, and sustainable development, the question of leadership succession in 2027 is one that deserves thoughtful reflection. Governor Babajide Olusola... Continue
The Executive Mayor of Ukwa East Local Government Area, Hon. Chibunna Akara, has continued to strengthen the Labour Party at the grassroots as Hon. Paul Taribo, former Member representing... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of Ekiti State has once again displayed statesmanship, inclusiveness, and political maturity by warmly receiving the leadership of the South-West Arewa Community Renewed... Continue
Political groups from the three senatorial zones in Kwara State-North, Central and South- have called on the former Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Hon. Bashir... Continue
My dear people of Imo State, On this historic occasion, my heart overflows with gratitude as I join you to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the creation of our... Continue
Confusion As Governance: Osun Government, A Rubber-Stamp Assembly And The Assault On The Rule Of Law
OLALEKAN ONI The attention of right-thinking Nigerians has been drawn to the recent press release issued by the Osun State House of Assembly, a document so riddled with contradictions,... Continue
Business
After a few years abroad, I returned to Nigeria and faced a dilemma. Let me tell you all about it. A few days ago, I was dragging my luggage... Continue
Daily-Need Industries Ltd, a pioneering indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturer in Nigeria with a legacy spanning over 54 years, concluded a series of dynamic engagements that strengthened strategic partnerships, highlighted... Continue
Urban decline is rarely dramatic. It shows up gradually in failing drainage, deteriorating access roads, inconsistent street lighting, and residential buildings that no longer meet basic standards. Over time,... Continue
Ogun State has delivered over 5,000 housing units across its three senatorial districts since 2019, with additional projects at advanced stages of construction. Governor Dapo Abiodun has described this... Continue
The African Union’s Agenda 2063, a distinguished body of Ambassadors committed to advancing the socio-economic transformation of the continent over the next 50 years, has nominated one of his... Continue
Mr Omede Odekina, former Head of External Relations, United Bank for Africa, UBA Plc has joined the Abuja Electric Distribution Company (AEDC) as its new Head of Brand Marketing... Continue
Feature
Health
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE Indeed 4th February, 2026, marked a significant milestone for the future of Nigerian healthcare as the Association of Industrial Pharmacists of Nigeria (NAIP) received the full backing... Continue
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE It is indeed a known fact that misinformation have instilled fear and affected policy on safe-termination of a pregnancy, either naturally (miscarriage) or intentionally (induced abortion). Induced... Continue
In commemoration of World Cancer Day, slated for February 4, 2026, Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and social impact with the launch of a nationwide... Continue
Following reactions in the media space, the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, has clarified that it administered anti-venom on Late Ifunanya Nwangene. While making the clarification, Dr. Bioku Muftau, Head... Continue
The Measles–Rubella Vaccination Campaign was officially flagged off in Ikeja Local Government Area with a rally and motorised sensitisation exercise across Ikeja and its environs. Residents from all six... Continue
Nigeria must institutionalise dedicated, long-term healthcare funding to sustain the country’s emerging healthcare industrial boom and secure its future as a regional healthcare manufacturing hub. This was said by the... Continue
Interview
Metro
inDrive, global mobility and urban services platform, has introduced inDrive Ads, a new global advertising platform, to help the company grow sustainably, make its services affordable for people, while... Continue
The Oyo State Government has begun implementing measures to address bottlenecks surrounding vehicles acquired through hire purchase agreements, particularly those affecting transport operators across the state. The intervention... Continue
Following the sad development in Omoku, the President General of respected Niger Delta socio-cultural group, the Orashi National Congress, ONC, Amb Comrade Emeni Ibe (JP AP), has strongly condemned... Continue
As part of ongoing efforts to protect residents from the dangers of unsafe food practises, the Oyo State Government has intercepted and seized chemically ripened fruits during a... Continue
Driven by strong global adoption, including growing momentum across Africa and continued growth in Nigeria, inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform operating across 48 countries, has emerged... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE Ndigbo in Lagos State have been reacting over the banning of Ezendigbo by the State Government and blaming their woes on the President of the Igbo Speaking... Continue
Opinions
Pictures
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, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu at... 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 OKOBIA RAYMOND The Queen of Ooni of Ife, Her Regal Majesty, Olori Ambassador Dr. Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi was a guest of the Ambassador of the Russian... Continue
PHOTOS BY OKOBIA RAYMOND 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. Interestingly,... Continue
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 the President, Asiwaju... Continue
Team Lagos athletes participating at the ongoing 2nd National Para Games in Abuja are really enjoying their participation in the championship designed by the Nigerian government for the... Continue
Sports
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE In Ondo State, the vision of organisers of the Niger Delta Games is already gaining traction as the state has now adopted a policy to have... Continue
Buruj Sports Academy has officially confirmed that Anjolaoluwa Josiah Idowu, an 18-year-old winger, has been granted his FIFA International Transfer Certificate (ITC) by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). ... Continue
AKINSINDE ADEOLA OYINDAMOLA Edo State is already reaping the benefits of hosting the 2nd edition of the Niger Delta Games as the organisers have completed significant upgrades on the... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE Another 36 Lion FC product, Junior Olaitan Ishola has joined Turkish giants Besiktas after signing a contract with the Turkish Süper Lig, running until summer 2029,... Continue
AKINSINDE ADEOLA OYINDAMOLA Organisers of the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon have released details of the $250,000 prize money structure for the elite 42km race. The prize... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE Pro- Wrestling Africa, the body charged with developing professional wrestling in all African countries, is set to organize a memorable 11th anniversary of its formation on... Continue
World
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
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has outlined the country’s job-creation strategy, emphasising that sustainable employment growth is being driven by far-reaching macroeconomic reforms under the Tinubu... Continue
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, OON, has met with the British Foreign Secretary to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation between both countries across a broad... Continue
The war between Russia and Ukraine has long transcended the boundaries of a bilateral conflict. The active involvement of the USA and Europe is no longer a secret. The... Continue
The global movement to reconnect Afro-descendants with their ancestral homeland received powerful endorsements from two world leaders as Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nigerian President, Bola... Continue
Latest News
Showmax has announced that The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa reunion will air in two... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Monday, February 9, 2026... Continue
Following the recent conferment of the Sun Newspaper Industrialist of the Year Award on... Continue
A prosecution witness, PW17, an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC... Continue
The Executive Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has congratulated His... Continue
inDrive, global mobility and urban services platform, has introduced inDrive Ads, a new global... Continue
In a commendable gesture aimed at strengthening environmental sanitation in Abia State, the Catholic... Continue
President Bola Tinubu on Monday declared that Nigeria will defeat terrorism and banditry, describing... Continue
Just as the Nigerian ride-hailing market recorded robust growth in 2025, despite challenges such... Continue
A new chapter in community-driven education support was opened on Friday, February 6, 2026,... Continue
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