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  • Politics

    Seyi Makinde

    Makinde best consensus opposition presidential candidate for 2027: Lagos APM

    The party said its position is based on Mr Makinde’s leadership record, governance style and performance rather than political sentiment or convenience.

    Anti-Corruption

    Americans voting during 2024 election

    Nigerian Ada Otuka arrested, convicted for U.S. election rigging, illegal voting

    Investigation by the FBI and immigration authorities showed she had voted in 2012, 2016, 2018, 2020, and 2024. She faces up to six years in prison and a fine of $250,000.

    Rights

    Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

    Myanmar says ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s proof of life shown to Red Cross

    The military regime that hijacked Ms Aung San Suu Kyi’s civilian government kept her behind bars away from the public to diminish her political clout and popularity.

    Health

    Family planning

    ‘Culturally responsive reproductive healthcare’ recommended for Africans

    A consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Richard Ajayi, has called for culturally responsive reproductive healthcare across Africa.

    Education

    Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH)

    YABATECH dean unveils N1 million award to curb exam malpractice

    Adesina Aladeloba, dean of the School of Environmental Studies at Yaba College of Technology, has introduced a N1 million award to encourage students to shun exam malpractice.

    OPINION

    Abdul Mahmud: Oshiomhole’s rebuke and Tinubu’s roads to development

    Lasting progress requires investments that improve citizens’ daily lives rather than projects designed primarily for ceremonial commissioning.

    How hate becomes a virus that consumes us

    As part of the animal kingdom, our first instinct when confronted with a stranger is not to trust and embrace.

    What Ishaq Oloyede’s tenure says about JAMB

    Oloyede has demonstrated that where there is a will, it’s possible to find a way and make a difference.

    Collapse After a Landslide: Starmer’s fall may not be the last

    Despite his immaculate suit and well-groomed hair, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer looked like he was facing a public execution.

     Opposition politicians and the agreement industry 

    Fidelity to political agreements was elevated above fidelity to democratic accountability, while supernatural sanction was invoked to guarantee compliance

    Aderonke Atoyebi: One Year After the Tax Reform Laws: Tinubu’s economic foresight is taking shape

    How President Tinubu’s bold reforms and Dr Zacch Adedeji’s leadership at the Nigeria Revenue Service are driving record revenue growth and building a more resilient economy.

    Sport

    Amdavad 2030

    Amdavad 2030: India vows memorable centenary Commonwealth Games

    Indian authorities said the country will build on the success of the just-concluded Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and host a memorable centenary edition in 2030.

    Showbiz

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day

    ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ shatters box office expectations

    The film was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Tramell Tillman, among others.