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Paternity Row: Why Magistrate Ordered DNA for Mohbad’s Child

The Magistrate Court in Ikorodu on Tuesday ordered a Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test on Liam Aloba, the son of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The tests are to be conducted in accredited hospitals within Nigeria and abroad. Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga granted the order following an application filed by Mohbad’s father, […]

‘Enough Is Enough’: ASUP Issues 21-Day Ultimatum Over Polytechnics’ Crisis

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has given the Federal Government a 21-day ultimatum to resolve long-standing issues affecting polytechnic education in Nigeria. The ultimatum was announced on Thursday in Lagos by Mr. Monday Ojo, Chairman of ASUP at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), speaking on behalf of the union’s national president, Mr. Shammah […]

PDP Mulls Jonathan, Obi for 2027 Presidential Ticket — Bala Mohammed

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi are among southern politicians being considered by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 presidential election. Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State revealed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. He described Jonathan as “the most celebrated politician today,” […]

NEC Approves Renewed Hope Plan to Drive $1 Trillion Economy by 2030

The National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday unveiled the framework for the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), designed to consolidate Nigeria’s reform agenda and achieve President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s target of a $1 trillion economy by 2030. The resolution was reached at the council’s 151st meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential […]

FG: Passports to Be Issued Within One Week Under New Reforms

The Federal Government has announced that Nigerian passports will now be delivered within one week of enrolment, following sweeping reforms in the issuance process. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, gave the assurance on Thursday in Abuja during the ministry’s mid-term performance retreat. “Our target is clear: within one week of enrolment, every Nigerian should receive […]

“Under Attack but Unshaken”: How Ojulari Plans to Defend NNPCL’s Transformation

  The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Bayo Ojulari, has said the company is under attack from forces opposed to its ongoing transformation agenda. Ojulari disclosed this on Thursday while hosting the leadership of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) at the […]

Nigeria Doubles Passport Fees as 32 Pages Hit ₦100,000, 64 Pages ₦200,000

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a significant increase in the cost of travel passports, raising fees for the 32-page five-year and 64-page 10-year booklets. In a statement on Thursday, NIS spokesperson A.S. Akinlabi said the revised charges will take effect from 1 September 2025. The new rates represent an almost 100 per cent […]

AFRIMA 2025: Davido, Burna Boy, Rema Lead Nominees List

The organisers of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have released the nominees’ list for its 2025 edition, with Burna Boy, Davido and Rema among the top contenders. A statement by AFRIMA’s PR and Media Relations Manager, Michael Osunnuyi, in Lagos on Wednesday said the event received a record 10,717 entries, the highest since its […]

APC Endorses Tinubu but Leaves 2027 Presidential Ticket Open

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term but said party stalwarts may still contest its 2027 presidential ticket. Speaking at the APC national secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday, the party’s National Organising Secretary, Alhaji Suleiman Argungu, confirmed the leadership’s decision to back Tinubu, citing his performance […]

CBN Mandates Geo-Tagging of All PoS Terminals by October 20

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed that all Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminals nationwide be geo-tagged within the next 60 days. In a statement dated 26 August 2025, the apex bank said the move is part of efforts to curb fraud and strengthen oversight of digital payments. It also forms part of a broader strategy […]

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