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May 11, 2026

NNPP extends deadline for purchase of nomination forms

The New Nigeria People’s Party has extended the deadline for buying nomination forms for the 2027 elections by one week.

NNPP members
May 11, 2026

Ooni hails Afenifere leader Fasoranti at 100

“Baba Fasoranti represents a generation that believed in sacrifice, honour and genuine love for the people,” said the Ooni.

Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi
May 11, 2026

Civil War: Nigerian troops shouldn’t have fought Biafran soldiers, says Obasanjo

“One of the tragedies of this country will be the circumstances that led to the civil war and the civil war itself,” said Mr Obasanjo.

Nigerian Civil War
May 11, 2026

Aiyedatiwa celebrates Fasoranti at 100

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo has congratulated the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, on his 100th birthday.

Pa Fasoranti, Aiyedatiwa
May 11, 2026

Police nab alleged arms dealer in Kano

The police arrested a suspected arms dealer, Umar Usman, for possessing three fabricated AK-47 rifles, an AK-47 empty shell and a vehicle during a raid.

Fire arms used to illustrate the story
May 10, 2026

Customs intercept Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, other exotic cars stolen from Canada to Nigeria

The spokesperson added that authorities in Canada traced a number of stolen high-end vehicles believed to have been smuggled into Nigeria through international shipping channels

Comptroller Frank Onyeka handing over stolen luxury vehicles linked to Canada to the Deputy High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Nasser Salihou. Comptroller Frank Onyeka handing over stolen luxury vehicles linked to Canada to the Deputy High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Nasser Salihou.
May 10, 2026

Shooting Stars edge Barau FC 1-0 to fortify CAF ambition

Barau FC pushed for an equaliser after the interval, but Shooting Stars’ defence held firm to preserve the lead.

Shooting Sarah’s
May 10, 2026

Enugu Rangers defeat Bendel Insurance 2-1 to remain top of NPFL

Rangers Head Coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, described the encounter as one of his side’s poorest performances this season.

Rangers International Football Club of Enugu
May 10, 2026

NiMet forecasts three-day rainy, sunny skies nationwide from Monday 

The agency anticipated cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine over the southern region.

NiMet
May 10, 2026

Shareholders hail Jim Ovia’s legacy at Zenith Bank

Mr Ovia retired on May 5 after serving the mandatory 12 years as chairman in line with regulations of the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Jim Ovia