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Oba Ogunwusi clarifies no chieftaincy title was given to Baba Ijesha
The Ooni of Ife has rejected claims that he gave a chieftaincy title to actor Baba Ijesha, noting that a humorous comment made during a private visit was mistaken for a formal honor.
Fourteen Ekiti Church Abductees Freed After Two Months, One Reported Deceased
Fourteen churchgoers kidnapped during an April crusade in Ekiti State have been released after two months, though one victim died while in captivity.
Flamingos Coach Busari Confident Ahead of Qualifier Against Benin
Nigeria's U-17 women's coach Akeem Busari remains optimistic as the Flamingos prepare to face Benin Republic in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
Nigerian Government Reports Rising Investor Interest in Solar Mini-Grids
Abba Aliyu of the Rural Electrification Agency highlights that solar mini-grids are becoming a preferred commercial model for investors in Nigeria's power sector.
Arewa Think Tank Advises President Tinubu to Disregard Claims Against Gbajabiamila
The Arewa Think Tank has advised President Tinubu to disregard politically motivated allegations against Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, emphasizing that the Presidency has already clarified the situation.
Atiku Abubakar Demands Tinubu Identify Those Responsible for Missing 2% of Nigeria’s GDP
Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to name those responsible for an unaccounted two percent of Nigeria's GDP identified by the IMF.
Nigerian petrol stations lower fuel costs again
Petrol stations in Abuja have lowered prices for the second time this week, tracking reductions initiated by the Dangote Refinery.
Lagos authorities detain alleged Eiye cultist with firearm
Lagos police arrested a 27-year-old man identified as a member of the Eiye Confraternity after finding him with a loaded firearm during a stop-and-search operation.
Presidency sparks online debate with AI-generated image of First Lady
An AI-generated image of First Lady Oluremi Tinubu selling akara, posted by the President’s media office, has ignited intense debate regarding the administration's sensitivity to Nigeria's current economic climate.
World Bank Clarifies Anambra State’s Stance on 2024 Hope-Governance Loan
The World Bank confirms that Anambra State chose not to participate in the 2024 Hope-Governance Programme, dismissing rumors that the state was rejected for failing to meet performance benchmarks.