Wild elephant kills one, leaves another missing in Oyo
Wild elephant kills one person and leaves another missing in Oyo State's Innayin Community.
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Reps member Oseni abandons governor race for Oyo South Senate
House member Aderemi Oseni abandons governorship bid to contest Oyo South senatorial seat in 2027.
Osun protesters accuse INEC of bias over official transfers
Osun residents protest INEC's transfer of electoral officials ahead of August 15 governorship election, alleging bias.
Tinubu receives Jonathan at State House
Former President Jonathan meets Tinubu at State House following months of limited contact.
Entertainment
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Russell Brand admits sex with 16-year-old while facing rape allegations
Russell Brand admits to sleeping with a 16-year-old when he was 30, calling it exploitative but legal.
Chelley Bissainthe becomes Love Island’s first Haitian cast member
Chelley Bissainthe made history as Love Island's first Haitian cast member, bringing her modelling and trading career to the villa.
Eddie Murphy Celebrates AFI Award, Becomes Grandfather-in-Law
Eddie Murphy announced becoming a grandfather while receiving the AFI Life Achievement Award.
Finance
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NGX market cap hits ₦143.48tn as UACN, Unilever rally
Nigerian Exchange market capitalisation rose to ₦143.48tn on Thursday, driven by strong buying in UACN and Unilever stocks.
Tinubu removes Edun as finance minister without prior notice
President Tinubu removes finance minister Wale Edun without advance notice in surprise cabinet reshuffle.
UACN lists N54.03 billion bond on Nigerian exchange
UAC of Nigeria lists N54.03 billion seven-year bond on Nigerian Exchange for long-term capital access.
Sports
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How Premier League title race works, Man City ahead
Manchester City leads Arsenal in the Premier League title race through accumulated points.
NPFL sanctions Kano Pillars with ₦15m fine and stadium ban
Nigeria Premier Football League sanctions Kano Pillars with ₦15 million fine
Manchester United Eyes Real Madrid Star Tchouaméni for Midfield Overhaul
Manchester United is monitoring Real Madrid midfielder Tchouaméni as the club plans a midfield rebuild following Casemiro's summer departure.
Tech
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Nigerian IT professionals chase Cisco certification to boost career prospects
Nigerian IT professionals pursue Cisco 350-401 ENCOR certification for career advancement and higher earning potential.
Netherlands approves Tesla self-driving feature in European first
Netherlands approves Tesla self-driving feature in European first for supervised autonomous driving.
Apple Set to Launch New iPads, Apple TV, AirTags and More This October
Tech giant, Apple Inc., is expected to unveil a range of new hardware products before the end of October, including...
Lifestyle
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DJ Izzy tells creatives stop waiting for discovery
DJ Izzy advises Nigerian creatives to stop waiting for discovery and build careers independently.
EFCC Debunks Naira Abuse Allegations Against Senator Goje’s Daughter
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed allegations linking Mrs. Fauziya Danjuma Goje, daughter of Senator Danjuma Goje,...
Elon Musk’s Daughter Vivian Wilson Plans to Leave U.S. Over Trump Victory
Vivian Wilson, the transgender daughter of Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and owner of X (formerly Twitter), has announced her...
OduDiscover
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OduDiscover: Zyno, The Lagos Rapper Mining Spirituality For Street Credibility
The Ikoyi rapper is mining spirituality and street credibility in equal measure, doing something very few young Nigerian rappers are brave enough to attempt.
OduDiscover: Ckay, The Afrobeats Producer Quietly Reshaping How Nigeria Sounds
CKay quietly reshapes Afrobeats from the studio, working with massive artists while remaining largely unknown to casual listeners.
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The FCCPC's seal on Paradise Estate is the right move after years of inaction. But one enforcement action is meaningless unless it signals the beginning of a real campaign against housing fraud.
Nigeria’s Pension System Is Bleeding Retired Police Officers Dry
Retired police officers are bleeding under a system that promised security but delivered poverty.
Health
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New drugs offer rare hope for pancreatic cancer patients
Researchers have developed several new drugs offering rare hope for pancreatic cancer patients after four decades with no medical progress.
Doctor’s Death Exposes Nigeria’s Maternal Care Monitoring Failures
Doctor's death reveals critical gaps in Nigeria's post-delivery maternal monitoring systems
Optometrist warns against buying eye drugs without prescription
An optometrist warns Nigerians of serious health risks from buying eye drugs without medical prescriptions.
Education
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ASUU threatens strike at Sokoto universities over unpaid allowances
ASUU branches at two Sokoto universities warn of possible strike over unpaid allowances and welfare neglect.
JAMB releases fresh UTME results as total passes 1.9 million
JAMB releases additional UTME results, bringing published total to 1.9 million candidates nationwide.
Online platforms transform how Nigerians prepare for IT certifications
Online exam preparation platforms have transformed how Nigerian professionals prepare for IT certifications.
World
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Iran threatens to close Hormuz Strait again if US maintains port blockade
Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz again if US maintains naval blockade of Iranian ports
Iran executes 1,639 people in 2025, hits 20-year high
Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, marking a 68 percent increase and 20-year high
United States begins Iranian port blockade as peace talks collapse
The United States military blockade of Iranian ports begins Monday following failed peace talks over nuclear programme.
Africa
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Seven African attractions draw millions of global visitors yearly
Africa's seven most notable tourist attractions draw millions yearly through cultural significance and natural beauty.
African nations face debt crisis as oil prices surge, economist warns
African nations face mounting debt risks as oil price surge strains fragile economies.
IFC and Citigroup launch $98m facility to support South African businesses
IFC and Citigroup launch $98 million facility to help South African businesses access local currency financing.
Metro
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Fuel tanker explosion kills 12, burns 38 in Cross River
A fuel tanker explosion in Ogoja, Cross River kills 12 and injures 38 during transloading operations.
Police investigate stampede deaths at Ekiti post-convocation party
Police launch investigation into stampede at Ekiti post-convocation party that killed three people including students.
Lagos Police Commissioner Warns Applicants to Complete Screening by Saturday
Lagos Police Commissioner Fatai Tijani urges applicants to complete screening before Saturday deadline.
Movies
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Osas Okonyon Becomes Superstar She Always Claimed to Be in Evi
Osas Okonyon, who spent years calling herself a superstar, finally proves it by carrying the lead role in Evi.
Osas Ighodaro Joins Woody McClain in Cape Town Action-Comedy Film
Osas Ighodaro joins international cast for action-comedy film shooting in Cape Town with Woody McClain.
Five Nollywood Films Command Nigerian Cinemas This April
Five Nollywood films command Nigerian cinemas this April with musicals and dramas.
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Army Orders Probe as Soldier Kills Wife, Commits Suicide in Niger State
The Nigerian Army has launched a full investigation into the tragic death of a serving soldier, Lance Corporal Femi Akenleye,...
Trump Reignites Feud With Newsom Amid Deadly Los Angeles Wildfires
President-Elect Blames California’s Policies for Devastating Blazes As massive wildfires swept through Los Angeles, destroying neighborhoods and displacing tens of...