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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 African Democratic Congress (ADC) has recorded its first polling unit victory in the ongoing Area Council Elections in the…
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.…
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have shot a tomato farmer and abducted his wife during a late-night attack in Akure,…
The Federal Government has formally reopened the Nigeria–Niger Republic border through the Kamba corridor in Kebbi State, marking another major…
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Nigerian singer Asake has gifted his father a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser 250, reportedly worth…
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Nigerian TikToker Peller had a memorable encounter with the Queen of Benin Kingdom that left…
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Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has opened up about another experience in her spiritual…
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Popular Nigerian photographer and biker, Orowole Kolapoz, widely known as Kola Onifoto, has died following…
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Russia secured its first Paralympic medal in 12 years after alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina claimed…
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American basketball star of Nigerian descent, Arike Ogunbowale, has been arrested following an alleged altercation…
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Leeds United has urged fans to show respect during a planned break for players observing…
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Captain and forward for Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo, has reportedly left Saudi Arabia for Madrid, Spain,…
Reality TV star and former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Mercy Atang has publicly called out her ex-boyfriend after he resurfaced with a Valentine’s Day love confession — two years after allegedly leading a campaign to tarnish her image during her marriage in 2024. The drama unfolded on social media…
The Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) FCT, Bassey Ita-Ikpang, has called on Nigerians to embrace love with responsibility, safety and compassion as the world marks Valentine’s Day. In a goodwill message to members of NAWOJ FCT and the general public, Ita-Ikpang described Valentine’s Day as…
“The comprehensive zero-tariff treatment for African countries represents another major step by China to support Africa’s development and deepen China-Africa cooperation,” the ambassador said. China has announced a sweeping zero-tariff policy for exports from African countries, including Nigeria, in a move aimed at boosting trade, industrial growth and economic…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to growing public concerns over the dates fixed for the 2027 General Election, following criticism that the schedule coincides with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. INEC released its Timetable and Schedule of Activities, announcing that the Presidential and National Assembly elections…
The 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon began with elite and local runners already navigating major routes across Lagos in one of Africa’s biggest road races. Organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited in partnership with Access Bank and the Lagos State Government, the marathon features both 42-kilometre…
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,…
