President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an 18-month extension of the tenures of the heads of the Nigerian Correctional Service and the Nigeria Immigration Service. The extension will keep Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, in office until May 26, 2028, while Kemi Nanna Nandap, Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, will […]
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Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has dismissed reports suggesting he is planning to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the claims as false and baseless. Tambuwal’s position was made known in a statement issued on Monday by Prince Daniel, his Special Adviser on Media […]
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The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has rejected claims that it harassed hotel owners in Lagos, insisting that fees collected from members of the Hotel Owners and Managers Association of Lagos (HOMAL) were part of its statutory regulatory duties. The institute also confirmed that it would challenge last week’s Federal High Court judgment […]
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Former Oyo State governorship candidate and senator, Teslim Folarin, has declared support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, urging party members dissatisfied with the outcome of the governorship primary to put their differences aside ahead of the 2027 elections. Folarin made the appeal on Monday, raising Alli’s hand at a […]
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Nigerian businesswoman and philanthropist Apostle Folorunso Alakija has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom in recognition of her contributions to business, philanthropy and leadership. The honour was conferred on Friday, October 16, 2026, at The Radcliffe Centre during the university’s Africa Day celebration, with Vice-Chancellor Professor David Cole […]
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Rite Foods Limited has been named Nigeria’s Best Foods and Beverage Brand for 2026 at the Global Brand Awards held in Dubai on October 2. The recognition highlights the Nigerian fast-moving consumer goods company’s efforts in product innovation, manufacturing, quality and consumer engagement. Organised by UK-based Global Brands Magazine, the awards recognise brands for their […]
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Jamara Home is set to offer Nigerians special deals on selected home appliances and electronics through its Unity Deals campaign, running from October 20 to November 9, 2026. The campaign is designed to help consumers upgrade their homes, replace ageing appliances and find practical ways to make everyday household tasks easier without spending beyond their […]
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The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has urged Nigerian youths to reject President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term, accusing his administration of failing to address unemployment, poverty and the rising cost of living. The council also questioned the effectiveness of the petrol price discount announced by the Federal Government, claiming […]
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has rescheduled the unveiling and inauguration of its National Campaign Council from October 20 to October 26, 2026. The party announced the change in a statement issued on Monday, October 19, by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director. According to the statement, the decision was prompted by the tight schedule […]
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has pledged the state government’s full support for the successful hosting of the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards, scheduled to take place in Lagos on December 7. The governor gave the assurance while receiving a CAF delegation led by the Project Lead for the CAF Awards and CAF […]
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