Politics
Sahel's Security Crisis Needs More Than Just Words of Support
The recent coordinated attacks in Mali show a growing threat from armed groups. Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger must enhance their security cooperation urgently.
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Metro
Dangote Cement's Profit Grows 23% to ₦639 Billion in First Half of 2025
Dangote Cement reported a profit growth of 22.7% to ₦639 billion in H1 2025. The company plans to boost production capacity significantly by 2030.
Politics
Ondo Governor Releases ₦1.1bn for University Lecturers, Urges Them to Resume Work
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced ₦1.1 billion to pay outstanding salaries of university lecturers to end the ongoing strike by ASUU.
Politics
INEC extends PVC collection deadline in Osun
INEC has extended the PVC collection deadline in Osun to 31 July. Over 322,000 newly registered voters have picked up their cards ahead of the election.
Politics
Osun residents won't give in to fear, says Adeleke
Governor Ademola Adeleke expresses confidence that Osun residents will uphold their democratic rights in the upcoming election despite external pressures.
Metro
Nigerian man gets two years in UK prison for sexual assault
A Nigerian man, Obinwa Obichukwu, was sentenced to two years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman at Euston railway station in London. He also received a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
Politics
ICPC Urges INEC Officials in Borno to Avoid Corruption Ahead of 2027 Elections
The ICPC has warned INEC officials in Borno to avoid corrupt practices as the 2027 elections approach. A workshop emphasized the importance of integrity in the electoral process.
Politics
US Hits Iran After Trump's Warning
The US began airstrikes on Iranian targets following President Trump's warning. The attacks come after tensions escalated between the two nations.
Politics
Details from Allies Reveal Alleged Coup Leader's Life and Doubts
A lieutenant colonel reveals his loss of faith in the alleged 2025 coup leader, citing reliance on spiritualists. This comes from ongoing investigations into the coup plot.
Politics
Osun 2026: Tension at Forum as CP Booed, APC and Accord Clash
Tensions flared at a forum in Osun as Accord party members booed CP Ibrahim Gotan. The APC criticized the disruption and called for a fair election.
Politics
Adeleke reacts as police detain SSG and five others
Police arrested SSG Teslim Igbalaiye and five others in Osun State, claiming to find cash and voter items. The Adeleke campaign calls it a political attack.
Metro
Thugs kill Lagos dispatch rider for refusing to pay bribe
Emmanuel Jegede, a 32-year-old dispatch rider, was killed by thugs in Lagos after he refused to pay a bribe. He lost control of his motorcycle and crashed.