Kayode Omidiji

Campaign promise: No steady power, no second term, Obi slams Tinubu

Big Story, Politics / /

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over Nigeria’s persistent electricity challenges, linking recent national grid collapses to a campaign promise the President made ahead of the 2023 elections. In a post shared on his verified X handle, Obi recalled Tinubu’s 2022 pledge in which he stated, […]

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Breaking: DSS operative kills two, injures one in Abuja shooting

Metro / /

Two people have been killed and another injured after an operative of the Department of State Services (DSS) opened fire on residents of Karmajiji (Karon Majigi) village in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The DSS operative, identified as Ajayi Abayomi, has reportedly gone into hiding following the incident on January 19, 2026. According to

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FG commences demarcation of disputed oil, gas wells

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The Federal Government has commenced the demarcation of  disputed and newly drilled oil and gas wells as part of efforts to resolve ownership claims and ensure accurate revenue allocation to oil-producing states. The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr Mohammed Bello Shehu, disclosed during a flag-off ceremony at the Commission’s

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Driver confronts Police, Police arrest three bandits in Kebbi

Police bust ₦7.7bn telecom fraud syndicate, arrest six suspects

Technology / /

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), through its National Cybercrime Centre, has dismantled a ₦7.7bn telecom fraud syndicate accused of illegally diverting airtime and data from a major telecommunications company. The operation followed a complaint by the affected telecom firm, which reported suspicious activities within its billing and payment systems. Investigations revealed that the login details

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‘Pelebe’: Why sachet alcohol was banned — NAFDAC

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has explained why sachet alcohol was banned in Nigeria, citing serious public health concerns, particularly for children. In a video shared on its X handle on Tuesday, the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, addressed the media, detailing the reasons behind the ban. She

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Tinubu ‘in great shape’ after brief fall at Turkey reception

Metro, Politics / /

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is “in great shape” after a brief fall at a Turkey reception, presidential aides have confirmed, dismissing concerns about his health. President Tinubu, 73, briefly stumbled on Tuesday during a state welcome ceremony in Ankara while being received by his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Footage from the official

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After years of restrictions, PayPal allows Nigerians receive funds via Paga

Big Story, Technology / /

PayPal has lifted long-standing restrictions on Nigerian accounts as PayPal now allows Nigerians receive funds via Paga, following a new partnership with the local fintech company. The development marks a major shift after years in which Nigerians were limited to “send-only” PayPal accounts and unable to receive international payments. The update was announced by Paga

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VIDEO: Tinubu falls during reception parade in Turkey

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President Bola Tinubu stumbled and fell on Tuesday during a welcome ceremony in Ankara, the capital of Turkey. The incident happened as he walked alongside Turkish President Recep Erdogan. Tinubu appeared to miss a step but was quickly helped by officials, who assisted him in regaining his balance. The president had arrived at the Turkish

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Abel Damina bombs Korede Komaiya over prosperity preaching

Entertainment, News / /

Pastor Abel Damina, founder of Abel Damina Ministries International, has strongly criticised fellow cleric Pastor Korede Komaiya, accusing him of prioritising wealth over spiritual growth. In a video circulating on social media, he said Komaiya and others like him are obsessed with money and quick to defend their wealth. He said, “You know these money

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PHOTOS: Lagos Obalende under-bridge gets makeover with MTN Y’ELLO bus park project

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The Obalende under-bridge makeover project in Lagos has officially begun, signaling a major transformation of the once crime-prone area into a modern, safe, and commuter-friendly transport hub. The initiative is a collaboration between the Lagos State Government and MTN Nigeria, aimed at creating the Y’ELLO Bus Park, a fully organized terminal that prioritizes safety, sustainability,

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