Nigerian businessman Obi Cubana surprised Pastor Jerry Eze with a N500 million mansion gift on his birthday, August 22Obi Cubana announced the gesture via Instagram, revealing the property will be ready by DecemberThe lavish gift sparked widespread reactions online, with many praising Obi Cubana for his generosityPAY A…

The Pentagon on Friday fired the editor-in-chief and publisher of the Stars and Stripes newspaper, which has covered the US military since the Civil War, leadership at the publication told US media. The publication’s editor-in-chief Erik Slavin told CBS News he was being fired for “insubordination” following an intervi…

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has challenged President Bola Tinubu and other contenders in the 2027 presidential election to come before Nigerians and defend their records and policy proposals. Obi made the call on Friday while speaking at a world conference held to mar…

…Jibril Barau. Senator Adams Oshiomhole will serve as Deputy Director-General for mobilisation, while the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, was named Deputy Director-General for administration. James Faleke, who played a key role in the party’s 2022/2023 campaign, returns as Deputy Director-General for elec…

…the lid, 2027 Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, yesterday, commenced campaigns in Onitsha, his homeland in Anambra State, in style. Read Also: Governor Adeleke’s victory: Nigerians must replicate Osun experience in 2027 — Lawyers, activists Obi, who said Nigeria can work and…

…White House had alleged “discriminatory treatment” by Canada against US alcohol, automobile and dairy products in introducing the duties. They were originally set to take effect on Wednesday, before Trump issued a last-minute delay of three days, citing major progress in talks. Canadian negotiators had been camped out…

Oluwatobi Deborah Ayodeji graduated with a First Class from the Department of Nursing Sciences at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State, in the 2024 – 2025 session. She finished with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.56 on a scale of 5.0. In this interview by IFEOLUWA ADEYEY…

…we spent and the use of security.” Confirming the amount, a member of the security and mobilisation committee of the APC said, “That was the template across the state. I can correctly say that between N4m and N5m was deployed to each unit for that purpose.” If the N300,000 given to electoral officers was multiplied by…

The Federal Government has pledged to raise electricity access above 80 per cent within five years and close the gap between installed and available power generation within three years as part of measures to address the energy crisis undermining Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. The commitment was disclosed by the Minist…

TikTok and parent company ByteDance have agreed to pay $400 million to settle a lawsuit with the US Department of Justice over claims that the video-sharing platform violated federal children’s privacy laws, the department announced on Friday. “Under the settlement, TikTok will pay $300 million immediately and an addit…

…recovery of one locally fabricated revolver pistol, one military jungle hat and three mobile phones. The suspect and the recovered exhibits have been taken into military custody for further investigation. Security sources said the investigation would focus on establishing the source of the firearms, the circumstances s…

…If we commit to something, you have to be able to ask people to abide by it." Peter Obi, who resigned from the ADC on May 2, 2026, was ratified as the presidential candidate of the NDC on May 29, 2026. Atiku Abubakar remains the ADC's flagbearer for the 2027 elections.Atiku, Makinde absent as candidates sign Peace Pact…

…The suspects and recovered items have been handed over to 21 Special Anti-Banditry Mobile Police Regiment (21 SAB MOPOL) for further investigation and necessary action. The arrests form part of ongoing intelligence-led operations by troops under Operation HADIN KAI and Operation DESERT SANITY V to disrupt terrorist log…

As political alignment intensifies across Nigeria, Ogun State voters face a distinctly narrow field for the upcoming 2027 governorship election. Although the Independent National Electoral Commission has yet to publish its final consolidated candidate list for all states, the contest in Ogun is rapidly consolidating in…

The Bayelsa State Government has approved the implementation of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance and the Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance for academic and non-academic staff of its three universities. The Deputy Governor, Dr Peter Akpe, announced the approval on Friday during a resumed meeting with th…

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Peter Akah, known as Peter Randy, broke his silence after Peter Obi appeared to be chasing him away in a viral videoDespite the public snub, Akah took to Instagram on Friday, August 21, 2026, with a bold message of support for the former Anambra governorThe loyalist continued to drum support for an Obi/Kwankwaso ticket…

…more importantly, it is about Ekiti," Oluyede said.Oluyede's plans for Ekiti grassroots mobilisationThe former governorship candidate, who leads the Oluyede Progressive Alliance for Renewed Hope Agenda (OPARHA), said the talks covered the need for unity and collective action among political leaders across party lines.…

…Q, a compact electric hatchback designed to offer smart, practical and sustainable mobility for Nigerian motorists.The model draws inspiration from Chery International’s popular QQ family while combining a compact body with electric power, intelligent technology and modern safety systems. Meet Chery Q, Chinese Electric…

…7, 2026, when the mum spotted him walking closely to her daughter before putting his mobile phone under her skirt. Footage shared by the police shows how the angry mother challenged the man as he ran away towards Churchill Way. The 39-year-old then went to his car parked up nearby, providing a trail for detectives who…

Nigeria may possess one of Africa’s largest hydrocarbon endowments, but the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria has warned that the country can no longer rely on the sheer size of its oil and gas reserves to win the increasingly competitive battle for global investment capital. PUNCH Online re…

…Zlato Queen is set to release her highly anticipated new single, “Paradise,” featuring Deobi, on August 21, 2026. Stream 'Paradise' by Zlato Queen ft Deobi “Paradise” is an uplifting Afrobeats love song blending infectious rhythms, soulful melodies, and Nigerian Pidgin with a feel-good celebration of love, gratitude, a…

Isaac Fayose, younger brother of a former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has lamented being abandoned by politicians he backed in past elections. He said he now felt like “a lonely voice in the wilderness” after years of personal and financial sacrifice for figures who later turned their backs on him. The businessma…

Industrialist Aliko Dangote, through the Aliko Dangote Foundation, has pledged ₦600m towards the construction of a girls’ hostel at Lagos State University and offered employment opportunities to first-class graduates in Engineering and Sciences, the university management has disclosed. The commitments were announced on…

The Special Committee on the Museum of West African Art on Thursday submitted its report to the Edo State Government, noting that the state invested N3.8bn in the project. The committee, headed by a former governor of Edo State and Senator, Adams Oshiomhole, was given the mandate to verify the ownership status of MOWAA…