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Babangida, in new book, admits Abiola won June 12 election, regrets annulment 31 years after
By Marvellous Nyang February 20, 2025 Former Nigerian military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has publicly admitted for the first time that Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola won the historic June 12, 1993, […]

Osinbajo reflects on Nigeria’s unique political evolution at IBB’s book launch
By Gideon Maxwell Nigeria’s former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has described the autobiography of former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, Journeys in Service, as a profound account of Nigeria’s political history, encapsulating […]

UNIZIK expels student for assaulting lecturer
By Gideon Maxwell February 14, 2025 The authorities Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, have expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, following her assault on Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, a lecturer in the Department of Theatre […]

Elder statesman and Niger Delta leader Edwin Clark passes away at 97
By Gideon Maxwell February 18, 2025 Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, a prominent Ijaw leader, elder statesman, and leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has died at the age of 97. He passed away […]

Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo passes away at 96, Tinubu, Buhari, Obasanjo, others mourn
By Gideon Maxwell February 15, 2025 Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a prominent nationalist and leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group Afenifere, passed away peacefully at his Lekki residence in Lagos on Friday, February 14, 2025. He […]

Laolu Akande to host public interest communications seminar in Abuja
February 6, 2025 On February 25, 2025, professionals from various fields of human endeavour will have the rare opportunity to attend a highly anticipated Public Interest Communications Hybrid Seminar, an event designed to enhance communication […]
Metro

World’s hottest city where temperatures reach 54C and birds fall out of the sky
Remember the unbearable heat in the UK where record-breaking temperatures reached 40C? While spring has finally arrived in the UK, and we’re looking forward to the warmth of the sun, there is such a thing as too hot. In one […]

Veteran DJ Tony Blackburn, 81, sets record straight on claims he slept with over 250 women
In a surprising revelation about his raucous youth, Tony Blackburn once claimed he had slept with over 250 women before settling down. The 81-year-old presenter, who recently lamented the cancellation of Coronation Street, later doubled down on this […]

Minnesota man dressed as delivery driver in home invasion turned triple homicide, police say
A Minnesota man was charged with murder Monday after authorities say he posed as a package delivery driver, entered a home and demanded money before he shot three people in the head, including at least […]
Politics

Edo Governorship Election 2024: Crucial turning point in Nigeria’s political landscape
By Marvellous Nyang September 21, 2024 The Edo State governorship election, held on September 21, 2024, is a pivotal political event that will shape the future governance of the state. This election comes at a […]

Inside Sources: Omisore unveils intrigue behind Tinubu’s APC presidential nomination 2 years after
• Says Nigeria on positive growth trajectory but cultural, demographic hurdles affect development By Marvellous Nyang May 24, 2024 In an electrifying revelation that may reshape political narratives, former All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretary, […]

Edo 2024: Clem Agba and his gospel of TRUST agenda for Edo People
By Oluwafemi Popoola The TRUST agenda, which means Transforming Rural and Urban Spaces Together, is one of the major campaign slogans of the former Minister of State and National Planning, Pince Clem Agba. Agba is […]
Sports

Full list of winners: Rodri, Bonmatí claim top honours at 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony
By Gideon Maxwell October 28, 2024 In a ceremony that marked a new era in football, Rodri of Manchester City and Aitana Bonmatí of Barcelona were crowned the winners of the 2024 Men’s and Women’s […]

Super Eagles boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya over hostile treatment
October 14, 2024 The Nigeria Super Eagles have officially announced their boycott of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Libya, citing severe mistreatment upon arrival. Captain William Troost-Ekong revealed that the team […]

Daniel Dubois knocks out Anthony Joshua in stunning upset
By Marvellous Nyang September 21, 2024 In a shocking heavyweight clash at Wembley Stadium on September 21, 2024, Daniel Dubois delivered a fifth-round knockout to Anthony Joshua, successfully defending his IBF heavyweight title. This victory […]
Health

Elon Musk says was ‘tricked’ to allow son become transgender woman, vows to ‘destroy ‘woke mind virus’
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said he was “tricked” into giving consent for his child to go on puberty blockers, adding that he believes “the woke mind virus” figuratively killed his son. Musk made the […]

How to enhance nurses’ pivotal role in advancing cancer genetic counselling in Nigeria — Prof. Prisca Olabisi Adejumo
By Professor Prisca Olabisi Adejumo May 21, 2024 Cancer remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria and the recent epidemic posture is scary. The burden is significant, with increasing incidence rates and limited access […]

World now boasts of two malaria vaccines — WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday recommended a new anti-malaria vaccine for children, a move that could offer countries a cheaper and more readily available option than the world’s first shot against the parasitic disease. The […]