VanguardFuel Crisis: Arewa youths berate Tinubu over KachikwuVanguardNorthern youths under the auspices of Arewa Intergrity Youth Forum (AIYF), have taken a swipe at the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Sen. Bola Tinubu over comme...

NAIJ.COMAPC reacts to passage of 2016 budget, preaches peace for easterNAIJ.COMThe All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday, March 27, said the passage of the 2016 budget shows that the ruling party is dedicated to their work and will fulfill their pr...

The PunchLegislative aides remove Melaye's brother as chairmanThe PunchA faction of the National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum, on Sunday, claimed that it had removed Samuel Melaye, the younger brother of Senator Dino Melaye, as their chairman. ...

DailyPost NigeriaFG explains why it will not disclose amount of recovered lootsDailyPost NigeriaThe Federal Government has explained why it won't disclose the amount of looted funds it recovered from corrupt public officials. It said the amount won...

The Nation NewspaperAdeboye urges religious tolerance at NASFAT's anniversaryThe PunchThe General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has asked Christians and Muslims in the country to live together in peace and ...

VanguardBVN to end salary delay —Gov AhmedVanguardILORIN — Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has said that the proposed biometric exercise and the verification of workers through the presentation of Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) will end d...

The PunchEconomy: Buhari and CBN pulling apartThe PunchThe National Assembly approved the 2016 Appropriation Bill, just a day before proceeding on a recess, on Wednesday March 23. The approval was in fulfillment of the Joint Appropriation Committees&#3...

VanguardAviation road map designed to revolutionise sector —FAANVanguardLagos—The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, yesterday explained that the aviation road map was designed to revolutionalise the industry and increase revenue. This is...

VanguardProf, 44 others held for violating Akwa Ibom sanitation lawThe Nation NewspaperA University of Uyo (UNIUYO) professor and 44 others were arrested and prosecuted on Saturday by the Akwa Ibom State Government for contravening the state's mont...

The PunchGunmen abduct serving colonel in KadunaThe PunchA Senior Army Officer, Col. Samaila Inusa, was on Saturday reportedly kidnapped around the Kamazo area in Chikun Local Government of Kaduna State by yet-to-be identified gunmen. The Army officer,...

National MirrorDogara , Wakili extol late district head's virtueNational MirrorThe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara and senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Ali Wakili have extol the virtue of late D...

The Eagle OnlineWar on Boko Haram: NAF to expand platformsThe Eagle Online“We are already widening the roles of our regiments as special combat forces to secure and protect key points after successful operations.” Abubakar, who commended the milita...

Naija247newsEaster: APC calls for greater international cooperation against terrorismNaija247newsChief John Odigie-Oyegun, the National Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), has called for greater cooperation between the international community an...

VanguardSaraki: Buhari should not watch politicians hijack judiciary – APCThe Eagle OnlineBuhari said in the statement: “For anyone who ever doubted our position that the trial of the Senate President is not an anti-corruption drive but political p...

NAIJ.COMNigeria immigration begins repatriation of illegal migrantsNAIJ.COMThe Comptroller General of NIS, Martin Abeshi has told New Telegraph that special operations of identifying illegal migrants have been conducted in Kano, Rivers and Lagos states...

The PunchFire outbreak: Kano govt to restructure marketsVanguardThe Kano State government says it plans to restructure the markets in the state to facilitate improved business transactions. Gov Abdullahi Ganduje disclosed this on Sunday in Kano while r...

Nigerian Entertainment TodayPHOTOS: Jigawa State governor's daughter, Amina weds lover in KanoNigerian Entertainment TodayJigawa State Governor, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar gave out his daughter, Amina in marriage to Lawan Dahiru Mangal yesterd...

Herald SunDoubts at bombers' Nigerian kidnap claimsHerald SunTwo girls who have been arrested in Cameroon claim they are from a group kidnapped in Nigeria. Doubts at bombers' Nigerian kidnap claims. Nigeria's government doubts that two girl...

Easter: Kukah urges Nigerians to be steadfastDaily TrustThe Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, has called on Nigerians not to relent despite the slow pace of change that elicited some nostalgia for yesteryears. Bishop Kukah...

Leadership NewspapersWhen Former PDP Govs Visited SheriffLeadership NewspapersIn this write-up Chibuzo Ukaibe recounts the visit by members of PDP who served as governors and deputies to the national leadership of the party. The former governors and de...

Leadership NewspapersNasarawa buys N350m equipment for technical educationThe PunchNasarawa State Governor Umaru Tanko Al-Makura has procured modern skill acquisition materials worth N350 million from Singapore to boost technical education. Al-Makura, ...

The PunchEaster: Ambode, Amosun, others preach unity, patriotismThe PunchGovernors of Lagos and Ogun states, Akinwunmi Ambode and Ibikunle Amosun have called on Christians to show the spirit of unity, love and peace. Ambode, in his Easter message to La...

The Nation NewspaperKaduna pastors: Abductors slash ransom by N80mThe PunchKidnappers of the President, United Church of Christ in Nigeria and leader of TEKAN/ECWA bloc of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Dr. Emmanuel Dziggau, have slashed their r...

The PunchEFCC to summon ex-AGF over fresh NSA contractsThe PunchThere are strong indications that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will as from this week start inviting individuals and firms that were indicted over a fresh contract scam in ...

YNaijaBuhari made a dangerous, unwise decision to join Islamic coalition – OnaiyekanYNaijaThe Catholic Bishop of Abuja Diocese, John Onaiyekan, has criticised President Muhammadu Buhari's decision to include Nigeria in the Saudi Arabia-led Islami...

VanguardMike OkiroPolice commission dismisses ASP, demotes SuperintendentPulse NigeriaIt was further reported that the commission also rejected 23 appeals from dismissed policemen for reinstatement and restoration of ranks. Published: 15.52 , Refreshed...

Information NigeriaNigerian army intercepts two female suicide bombers in Borno State [GRAPHIC PHOTOS]]Information NigeriaThe ever alert and vigilant troops of 7 Division Garrison based in Maiduguri, in conjunction with Civilian JTF averted yet another...

Leadership NewspapersBishop Kukah Donates 168 Cows, Money To Sokoto DiocessLeadership NewspapersCatholic Bishop of Sokoto Dioces, Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah has donated 168 cows, rams and money to the diocess for the service of the Lord. The items whic...

NAIJ.COM6 issues Buhari should have emphasized at the economic council retreatNAIJ.COMPresident Muhammadu Buhari on March 21, addressed the national economic council retreat in Abuja, where he discussed pressing national issues affecting the country&#3...

The PunchTwo die in underground tank at Lagos filling stationThe PunchTwo men suffocated while cleaning the inside of an underground petrol tank at Fatgbems Filling Station around the Berger Bus Stop, Lagos on Friday. The victims, Adekunle Ipaye and a ...

The PunchThere hasn't been any change under Buhari – Balarabe MusaThe PunchYou once said last year that things had remained the same since the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration came in. Do you still feel that way? I feel the same way ...

360Nobs.comThe Challenges Before Buhari – Abubakar Lajada360Nobs.comNigerians are concerned about the lack of results from President Muhammadu Buhari's administration after ten months in office. Many agree that Buhari inherited enormous challenge...

YNaijaBuhari turns to Tinubu for help as APC chieftains eye 2019 presidencyYNaijaIn order to gain control of the All Progressives Congress, President Muhammadu Buhari is reportedly making attempts to court the National Leader of the party, Asiwaju Bola...

Daily TrustPresidency disowns #Istandwithbuhari groupDaily TrustThe Presidency has dissociated itself from the #Istandwithbuhari advocacy group and asked it to immediately stop claiming any alliance with President Muhammadu Buhari's administration....

The Nation NewspaperOritsejafor, Ademowo, preach sacrifice, unityThe Nation NewspaperThe President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor and the Dean Emeritus, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Ademola Ademowo ...

The Nation NewspaperOritsejafor, Ademowo, preach sacrifice, unityThe Nation NewspaperThe President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor and the Dean Emeritus, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Ademola Ademowo ...

The Nation Newspaper20-yr-old communal war gathers fresh cloud in DeltaThe Nation NewspaperSuspected guerrillas are daily streaming into Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh, Urhobo and Ijaw communities in Delta State respectively, as the two towns prepare for full bl...

New VisionBuhari and the cynics' catechismThe Nation NewspaperThe ease with which human memory fades cannot but amaze any right-thinking individual. Less than 10 months into the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, a good number of Nigeria...

The PunchEaster: Ajimobi, Fayose, Wike, others sue for peaceThe PunchSome governors have enjoined Christian faithful to inculcate the virtues of peace, love, sacrifice and forgiveness during the Easter celebrations. Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State...

Bella NaijaPresident Buhari dissociates Self from the #Istandwithbuhari groupBella NaijaBuhari made his position known in a statement signed by his Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, on Friday. The presidency, according to the ...

The PunchTroops kill two female suicide bombers in MaiduguriThe PunchThe troops of the Nigerian Army have killed two female suicide bombers who were planning attacks in Borno State. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, said that...

The PunchTroops kill two female suicide bombers in MaiduguriThe PunchThe troops of the Nigerian Army have killed two female suicide bombers who were planning attacks in Borno State. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, said that...

Pulse NigeriaFemale lawyers fault Senate's rejection of Gender BillThe Nation NewspaperFemale lawyers in the country have faulted the decision by the Senate rejecting the Gender and Equal Opportunities Bill . The lawyers, under the auspices of the...

NAIJ.COMMy ordeal in kidnapper's den - Jonathan's uncle opens upNAIJ.COMThe abducted foster father and uncle to former president Goodluck Jonathan has opened up on his experience in the kidnappers den. READ ALSO: Jonathan's cousin found dea...

Information NigeriaMonthly Diversion Of N558m Was A Tradition Among Ex-Chiefs Of Air Staff, Says WitnessInformation NigeriaAlex Badeh-court A Federal High Court in Abuja heard yesterday that the monthly diversion of N558.2 million from the salary accou...

Pulse NigeriaIn YolaAir Force jet veers off runway at airportPulse NigeriaThis was disclosed by Director, Air Force Public Relations and Information, Group Captain Ayodele Famuyiwa via a statement released on Friday, March 25. Published: 25.03.2016; &#...

Pulse NigeriaCorruption'We are working with UAE to recover stolen funds,' FG saysPulse NigeriaThis was disclosed by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, during a news conference on Thursday, March 24, 2016, in Abuja. Published: 25.03....

NAIJ.COMRead why NAFDAC destroyed drugs worth N1bn in OgunNAIJ.COMSome drugs worth N1 billion were destroyed by the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday, March 24. The drugs destroyed were said to be substandar...

NAIJ.COMBREAKING: Army rescues abducted women in Madagali (photo)NAIJ.COMCaptain A.O. Fadare, the public relations officer of 28 task force brigade, Mubi in Adamawa, disclosed this while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday, March 25. Sha...

NAIJ.COMBREAKING: Army rescues abducted women in Madagali (photo)NAIJ.COMCaptain A.O. Fadare, the public relations officer of 28 task force brigade, Mubi in Adamawa, disclosed this while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday, March 25. Sha...

News24 NigeriaCollapsed building kills pregnant woman and daughterNews24 NigeriaAbuja - The Oke-Ijeun community of Abeokuta has been left in mourning after the death of a pregnant woman and her child following the collapse of a dilapidated mud building...

The News17 reasons for PDP's resurgence (II)The NewsLast week (18 March), we listed 11 out of 17 reasons why the opposition PDP is resurgent while the ruling APC, in contrast, appears on the retreat. This reversal of fortunes is as dramatic as it i...

National AccordStatement by the Movement Against Fulani Occupation (MAFO)National AccordWe are here today representing our ancestors who are too dead to speak. We came representing our fathers who are too weak in the IDP camps to come. We also represen...

The PunchRRS 'arrests' 17-year-old while attempting suicideThe PunchThe operatives of the Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos State Police Command have prevented a 17-year-old boy from committing suicide. The police said RRS men stopped the boy b...

The PunchB'Haram abducts 16 women, Shekau says 'my end has come'The PunchSixteen women have been abducted in a fresh attack by suspected Boko Haram members in Adamawa State. The member, representing Michika/Madagali Federal Constituency in ...

VanguardAlleged N400m fraud: Court tasks EFCC on Metuh's bid to disqualify judgeVanguardABUJA—The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, slated April 8 for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to respond to an application ...

The PunchAlleged false declaration: FRN vs Tinubu was in error – CCTVanguardABUJA — The Code of Conduct Tribunal, CCT, sitting in Abuja, yesterday, declined to quash the 13-count charge preferred against the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, by ...

TV360Collapsed Lekki building: Court grants MD, contractor bailVanguardLagos—The Managing Director of Lekki Gardens Homes, Mr. Richard Nyong, was yesterday granted a bail on self recognizance, by an Ebute-Metta Chief Magistrates' Court, sitting a...

NAIJ.COMEFCC arrests ex-fire service bossNAIJ.COMThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested Dada Olatunji, the former assistant comptroller general of Nigeria Fire Service, for offences bordering on employment scam. This was disc...

Pulse NigeriaSenators, ex-governors pass vote of confidence on SheriffThe Eagle OnlineSenators elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have passed a vote of confidence on the National Chairman of the party, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, not...

The News8 Babies, 9 Pregnancies Recorded In Lagos Female Prison – OfficialLeadership NewspapersEight babies are currently living in Kirikiri Female Prisons, Lagos, with their mothers, while nine inmates are pregnant, an official said on Thursday. Mrs...

NAIJ.COMPhotos: House of Reps hosts UNILAG's 5.0 CGPA holder, Ayodele DadaNAIJ.COMA University of Lagos first class graduate who scored the maximum 5.0 CGPA, Ayodele Dada, was honoured by the House of Representatives on Thursday, March 24. Premium ...

The PunchNo provision for military in Nigerian satellite –Chief of Defence SpaceThe PunchNo provision was made for the military in the design, construction and launching of the Nigeria's earth observation satellite known as NigeriaSat-2, Chief of...

The NewsBenue State: Arase deploys more mobile cops into AgatuThe NewsThe Inspector-General of Police, Mr Solomon Arase, has deployed additional Police Mobile Force ( PMF) units to troubled areas in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue, a statement has...

NAIJ.COMSee how female lawyer who allegedly murdered her husband appeared in court (photo)NAIJ.COMThe true identity of the 28-year-old Ibadan-based female lawyer, Yewande Oyediran, who was accused of killing Lowo Oyediran, her husband has generated a l...

Information NigeriaBREAKING: Ijaw, Urhobo Clash Leaves Scores Wounded, Others Missing In DeltaInformation NigeriaAn early Thursday morning clash between the Urhobo people of Aladja and Ijaw of Ogbe-Ijoh communites in Udu and Warri Southwest Local Gover...

The NewsAll humans are equal, but some are more equal than othersThe NewsIn my article about the 'Foot in Mouth' Senators in Nigeria for abovewhispers.com, I wrote about the patronizing attitude of some of our male Senators towards Nigerian wom...

DailyPost NigeriaTwo wanted Boko Haram commanders arrested in TarabaThe Eagle OnlineThe Commissioner of Police in the state, Shaba Alkali, made the announcement on Wednesday in Jalingo at a press conference. Alkali said the two men had been handed over...

The PunchJAMB investigates 15 staff for problems encountered during examinationDailyPost NigeriaFollowing the technical problems encountered during the conduct of the 2016 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, that defrauded JAMB on the ava...

P.M. NewsBoko Haram: Soldiers rescue 180 hostages, kill 5 terroristsVanguardAbuja – The Nigerian Army said yesterday that its soldiers prosecuting the war on terror on Wednesday night rescued 180 hostages mostly women and children who had been in Bok...

DailyPost NigeriaOut of 1.5 million candidates that sit for UTME, only 400000 gain admission yearly - NUCDailyPost NigeriaThe National Universities Commission, NUC has stated that out of the 1.5 million candidates that sit for the Unified Tertiary Matr...

NAIJ.COM"Manipulators calling for CBN governor sack are palm wine drinkers" – OshiomholeNAIJ.COM... – “President Buhari is not going to be fooled by people who want to have a regime where government is just an onlooker.” Edo State gov...

Daily TrustSaraki: Senate to amend rules to accommodate rivalsDaily TrustAs part of efforts to reach a truce, members of the camp of the Senate president, Bukola Saraki and that of his main rival, Senator Ahmed Lawan, have agreed to amend the Senate St...

Leadership NewspapersAgain, DSS Fails To Produce Dasuki In CourtLeadership NewspapersThe Department of the State Services (DSS) yesterday failed to produce former national security adviser (NSA, Col Sambo Dasuki, before an FCT High Court. At the last a...

Osun DefenderWHERE IS FUNSHO OLUMOKO? – Yagba Impunity Watch FUNSHO OLUMOKOOsun DefenderThe Police in commando-style at about 1.30am on Tuesday March 22nd, 2016, raided the home of the former and two-time Chairman of Ijumu Local Government, Hon Funsh...

The PunchMagistrate accused of detaining woman for bashing carThe PunchA Lagos magistrate, Mrs. Funke Sule-Amzat, has been accused of abuse of power for allegedly sending a mother of three, Yetunde Osijo, to the Kirikiri Prison. But the Lagos State Gov...

The PunchOshiomhole meets Benin disco, decries Edo power supplyThe PunchThe Governor of Edo State,Mr. Adams Oshiomhole, has expressed worry over the low supply of electricity in the state, describing it as a threat to security. Oshiomhole said this at ...

VanguardLawmaker's arrest: Ekiti Assembly drags DSS, FG to courtVanguardAdo-Ekiti—Ekiti State House of Assembly, yesterday said it has instructed its counsel to sue the Department of State Security Service over what it termed “the undemocratic,...

The PunchSaraki asks CJ to ensure delivery of stalled judgmentThe PunchThe Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has urged the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice Ibrahim Auta, to persuade Justice Abdukadir Abdu-Kafarati, to deliver judgment in h...

Leadership NewspapersRivers Rerun: Violence, Killings Barbaric, Unacceptable – PMBLeadership NewspapersIn a swift response to bashing he got on the social media for his prompt reaction to the Brussels twin terror attacks on Tuesday, President Muhamma...

VanguardBailout: 28 states get over N373 billion in 5 months – FGVanguardAt least, 28 States of the federation have received different sums from a total of N373.56 billion as part of the bailout package from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Salary B...

The PunchMTN must pay N1.4tn fine in full – RepsThe PunchThe House of Representatives said on Wednesday that the N1.4trillion fine imposed on MTN by the Nigerian Communications Commission “must” be fully paid as against the N780billion the Federa...

The NewsBuhari to give account of recovered funds, says Odigie-OyegunThe NewsPresident Muhammadu Buhari will soon address the nation on the efforts by his government to recover stolen funds and divulge how much is in the kitty. Chairman of the All Prog...

The NewsHouse of Reps backs CBT for UTMEThe NewsA committee of the House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode of examination, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). An excited JAM...

DailyPost NigeriaJonathan's abducted uncle narrates ordeal in kidnappers' denDailyPost NigeriaChief Inegite Jonathan,72, uncle and foster father to former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was abducted by gunmen on Feb. 17, has narrated his orde...

NAIJ.COMIs Tompolo above the law? Nigerians react to Ekpemupolo's disappearanceNAIJ.COMThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday, March 22 arraigned former militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) in absentia over al...

VanguardNational Assembly Passes 2016 BudgetCHANNELS TELEVISIONThe budget passed on Wednesday by the Senate and the House of Representatives was 17 billion Naira lower than the figure of 6.07 trillion Naira presented by President Muhammadu Buhari to th...

National Assembly Passes 2016 BudgetCHANNELS TELEVISIONThe budget passed on Wednesday by the Senate and the House of Representatives was 17 billion Naira lower than the figure of 6.07 trillion Naira presented by President Muhammadu Buhari to the Nation...

NAIJ.COMRivers rerun: PDP tells Buhari, INEC what to doNAIJ.COMFollowing the violence that rocked last Saturday's rerun election in Rivers state, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to constitute a panel that wil...

BusinessDayFG To Pump N350 Billion To Stimulate Economic Activity, GrowthBusinessDayThe Federal Government is set to pump atleast 350 billion naira to stimulate economic activities and growth in the Nigerian economy. The monies which would come from th...

Information NigeriaFG Declares March 25, 28 Public HolidaysInformation NigeriaThe Federal Government yesterday declared Friday, March 25 and Monday, March 28 as public holidays to mark the Good Friday and Easter celebrations. Minister of Interior, Lt.-...

Information NigeriaBuhari Is Insensitive To Nigeria's Problems – Bishop OyedepoInformation NigeriaThe Chancellor of Landmark University, Omu Aran, Kwara state, Bishop David Oyedepo, has challenged the present administration under President Muhamm...

NAIJ.COMIt's barbaric: Thugs attack former PDP governor at election tribunalNAIJ.COMThugs on Tuesday, March 22, hauled stones at the vehicle of former governor of Kogi state, Captain Idris Wada. The incident happened at about 1.35pm at the state go...

VanguardNigerian doctors abroad give conditions to return homeVanguardABUJA – PHYSICIANS of Nigerian origin practicing abroad have given the Federal Government some conditions under which they can transfer their services home, among which include gra...

NAIJ.COMBenue state shares: How private accounts received remittance – WitnessNAIJ.COM... – The witness said his company, Elixir Securities were told the accounts belonged to the Benue state government. – He said Elixir Securities later found out...

Daily TrustInternal wrangling threatening APC in statesDaily TrustBy Hamza Idris, Muideen Olaniyi (Abuja), Yusha'u Ibrahim (Kano), Hir Joseph (Jos), Ahmed Mohammed (Gomb | Publish Date: Mar 23 2016 5:00AMIndications are rife that the All Progressiv...

The PunchFayemi shuns Ekiti Assembly's summons over N852m UBEC fundThe PunchA former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, on Tuesday failed to appear before the Ekiti State House of Assembly to defend himself against the allegations that his...

The PunchGunmen kidnap three Kaduna pastors, demand N100mThe PunchMembers of the Taraya Ekklesiyoyin Kristi A Nigeria (Fellowship of Churches of Christ in Nigeria, TEKAN), have been thrown into confusion following the kidnapping of their President, Dr....

VanguardBiafra: ICC only credible entity to investigate army killings in Aba —IPOBVanguardONITSHA—The Directorate of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB has said the only credible entity which can carry out in-depth investigation into the shootings a...

The PunchSiblings bury two alive over N130,000 theftThe PunchThe Ondo State Police Command has arrested two siblings who allegedly buried alive two persons – Igbekele Orisabinole and Ogbaro Erinbo. The victims were accused of stealing N130,000 belong...