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HURRAYYYYYY!!! Professor Dickson Ameh Ojonye Akoh, National Commandant, Peace Corps of Nigeria emerges toscadnews.com Man of the Week. The National…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has dismissed reports suggesting that he has been…
The House of Representatives has passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025, through its third reading, paving the way for stricter sanctions ahead of the 2027 general election. The amended bill introduces tougher penalties for…
Amb. Catherine Udida, Director Migrant Affairs, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and IDPs. (NAN) Stakeholders push awareness to combat trafficking, migrants smuggling Immigration By Fortune Abang Abuja, Dec. 13, 2025 (NAN) Stakeholders in the…
Medical industrialisation under Tinubu addressing brain drain- Minister Tinubu addressing brain drain, health challenge – Minister Industrialisation By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Abuja, Dec.12, 2025 (NAN) The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, says…
Naira By Grace Alegba Lagos, Dec. 12, 2025 (NAN) The Naira on Friday closed the week stronger with a gain of N1.65 against the U.S. dollar at the official market, after it traded at N1,454.41.…
Suspected cultists have brutally murdered the President of the Omoku Youth Federation, Comrade Ifeanyi Azuazu, and his aide, Chigozie Oluwu,…
A former President of the Nigerian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), Alhaji Garba Ibrahim, has urged the Securities…
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Popular Nigerian singer, Innocent “2Face” Idibia, and his wife, Natasha, have dedicated their child in…
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Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has shared an emotional message celebrating her son after his school,…
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Vivian, the wife of media personality Nkubi, has recounted a disturbing experience she had during…
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Popular content creator Deacon Famous has publicly accused Nollywood actress Ekene Umenwa of allegedly threatening…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated players of Nigerian descent who played key roles in…
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Former Super Eagles captain, Nwankwo Kanu, has confirmed his participation in the African Legends United…
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February 5, 2026, marks a historic moment in world football as Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his…
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South African Premier Soccer League side Chippa United have officially confirmed the departure of Super…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections will be held next year, while governorship and State Houses of Assembly polls are scheduled for the following month. The announcement was made by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during a news conference…
The administration of US President Donald Trump has directed American immigration authorities to begin identifying between 100 and 200 potential denaturalisation cases every month, as part of a renewed crackdown on alleged fraud in the citizenship process. According to a report by NBC News, cited by the Economic Times,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has projected a total of N873,778,401,602.08 as the estimated cost for conducting the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this while presenting the Commission’s 2026 budget proposal and a detailed cost breakdown for the general elections before the National Assembly Joint…
A 12-year-old pupil has been abducted in the Challenge area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, triggering a swift response from security agencies. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the incident saying the girl was allegedly kidnapped in the early hours of the day while on her way to school.…
Part of a storey building has collapsed in the Iyanaoloke area of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, triggering an emergency response by rescue officials and residents. One worker was reportedly trapped beneath the rubble following the incident, while another narrowly escaped without injuries. Officials of the Ogun State Fire Service,…
Popular Nigerian singer, Innocent “2Face” Idibia, and his wife, Natasha, have dedicated their child in a private ceremony attended by family members and close friends. The couple welcomed their baby in November 2025 and recently held the dedication to celebrate and give thanks for the child’s arrival. Photos from the…
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has clarified that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) used during Nigerian elections does not require internet connectivity to function at polling units. In a viral video addressing concerns over network failures during past elections, Yakubu explained that the…
With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly warned against the use of “money bouquets,” describing the practice as an abuse of the naira. According to the apex bank, arranging banknotes into decorative bouquets falls under currency mutilation, alongside offences such as spraying, squeezing, selling, or…
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has urged Nigerians to mark Valentine’s Day with responsible choices aimed at preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In a statement to commemorate the season, NACA Director-General, Dr. Temitope Ilori, encouraged citizens to prioritise their health and that of…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has dismissed 43 personnel over offences including desertion, scandalous conduct, and patrol-related misconduct, reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy on indiscipline within the agency. According to the Corps, 31 officers were dismissed for desertion, five for scandalous behaviour, and seven for misconduct linked to patrol duties.…
