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Dalung Condemns Wike Over Conduct During Amaechi’s Mother’s Burial

by Nelson Ugwuagbo September 7, 2026

Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has condemned the conduct of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, during the burial of the mother of former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi. Dalung described the development as “deeply embarrassing,” arguing that political differences should not override basic decency, particularly during moments of …

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Employment scam again rocks MINT as MD Abubakar Minjibir employs brother with National Diploma, places him on N30million salary

The last may not have been heard about the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Plc popularly known as MINT as the Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Abubakar Sule Minjibir employed his brother, Abubakar Shehu Abdulwahab, a National Diploma …

CBN Governor sacks Adesoji Ogungbesa, Mustapha Oladeji Jimoh from MINT’s board over criminal infractions; may hand them over to anti-corruption agencies

Between Facts And Half‑Truths: Correcting Luka Binniyat’s Narrative on Kajuru’s IDPs

Nigerians seek Diasporas’ Intervention in Economic and Political Recovery

Exposed: Face of MINT Acting Director Adesoji Ogungbesan Who Wasted N86m On Rat Gum

Exposed: How NPA Tincan Island Port Manager Sylvester Othuke Egede allegedly diverted N511m government funds through his relatives and companies

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BURSTED: NSITF CEO MOVES On ₦297Billion Fund, Operates Over 100 Bank Accounts Linked To One BVN

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Oluwaseun Mayomi Faleye, is accused of operating more than 100 bank accounts linked to a single Bank Verification Number (BVN) and granting himself “unlimited spending powers” to siphon and misappropriate funds belonging to Nigerian workers. Multiple internal …

FRSC boss Shehu Mohammed to spend N1.2b on tours, N350m on house rent out of N10.8billion 2025 overhead budget

Group threatens to sue OAGF if it obliges FRSC N2.3b ‘Operating Surplus” reimbursement request without a forensic audit of revenue leakages

How Cardoso’s boy in MINT Mustapha Oladeji Mohammed-Jimoh pockets N60m leave allowance as a contract staff

Employment scam in MINT: Group petitions CBN, National Assembly, CCB, others: CBN Deputy Governor Emem Usoro; her aide Olakunle Abiola indicted

OPINION

Opinion

WHY NIGERIA’S DIGITAL IDENTITY DRIVE NEEDS THE CENSUS

Minister of Health Muhammad Ali Pate and Bill Gates: Their Grand plan to depopulate Nigeria

Ministers’ Certificate Forgery: A Scandal of Credentials, Cover-Up and Questions Unanswered

Trump’s Threat on Nigeria is opportunity for President Tinubu to act…

Honorable Wole Oke and the Israeli Lobby: A Question of Loyalty and National Interest

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Dalung Condemns Wike Over Conduct During Amaechi’s Mother’s Burial

Atiku Decries High Rate of Kidney Sale Among Young Nigerians, Blames High Cost of Living

Friends, associates gather to celebrate MB Anugwa’ graduation from National Defence College Abuja

Four Kidnappers Killed As Police Rescue 15 Kidnapped Corps Members, Others in Kogi

FCT Senatorial Seat: Ndigbo Urged to Back Philip Aduda in 2027

Medical Lecturers Association (NAMDA) To Begin Strike September 1st Over Poor Welfare

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Friends, associates gather to celebrate MB Anugwa’ graduation from National Defence College Abuja
by Leading Reporters
by Leading Reporters
It was a moment of liveliness and celebration as friends, family members and associates of Controller of Corrections, MB Anuwa gathered to celebrate him on his graduation from the National Defence College of Strategic Course 34. CC Anugwa was among …
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Friends, associates gather to celebrate MB Anugwa’ graduation from National Defence College Abuja

Dallatun Lafia Confers Traditional Titles on Dailytrust reporter, 14 others

Ijebu-Ode gears up for major tourism boost

11-Year-Old Kuku Hamidah Steals the Spotlight as First Youngest Female Rider at Ojude Oba 2025

TB Joshua raped, tortured worshippers, faked miracles – BBC report

Outrage sparks as 54-year-old man weds four-year-old girl: Advocates demand justice

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AFCON Initiative drives stronger Nigeria Morocco cooperation

JUST IN: Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi loses father to road accident

Morocco defeat Nigeria on penalties, clinch AFCON final spot

Burkina Faso sack coach Traore after AFCON exit

Manchester United Sack Head Coach Ruben Amorim

Super Eagles To Battle Gabon in Crucial World Cup Playoff

Business

CBN Threatens Sanctions Against Businesses Rejecting Standard ₦100 Notes

by Folarin Kehinde

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and other economic agents rejecting the standard ₦100 banknote that they risk enforcement action. The apex bank said …

by Folarin Kehinde

US cooling firm enters Nigeria, targets $2.5bn AC market

by Folarin Kehinde

A United States-based cooling solutions manufacturer, Unico Incorporated, has officially entered the Nigerian market, citing the country’s growing construction sector and rising demand for air conditioning systems as major factors …

by Folarin Kehinde

Tatum Bank Marks First Year, Reports Solid Growth, Innovation Drive

by Folarin Kehinde

World Bank Deletes Nigeria Development Report Three Days After Release

by Folarin Kehinde

REA, NDDC partner to boost electricity in Niger Delta

by Folarin Kehinde

NDDC, Ibom Air Seal Pact to Boost Regional Aviation Hub Prospects

by Folarin Kehinde

CBN directs banks to block loan defaulters from accessing credit facilities

by Folarin Kehinde

Tatum Bank Meets CBN’s New Recapitalization, within 10 Months of Operation

by Folarin Kehinde

HEALTH

Lagos Records Highest HIV Infections as Nigeria Reports Over 102,000 New Cases

Police Arrest Enugu Nurse Over Viral Video Decrying Poor Public Health Facility

Nigeria records fresh COVID case

Pathfinder International Launches Women&Co in Nigeria to Drive Women-Led Innovation in Health, Climate Resilience

Resident doctors shut down hospitals nationwide

Nurses deny FG’s Claim, Insist Strike Continues

Health Ministry Warns Against Salt Misinformation, Counters Pastor Oyakhilome’s Claims

FCT declares Free Health Insurance, C-Section Services for Pregnant Women

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Former Liberian President Warns African Leaders: Elected Tyrants Threaten Democracy

by Nelson Ugwuagbo August 24, 2026

Former Liberian President George Weah has warned African leaders against undermining democratic institutions, saying leaders who govern like dictators pose as much danger to democracy as military coup plotters. Weah …

Family of four dies after suspected food poisoning from watermelon

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South Africa Jails Opposition Leader Julius Malema on Gun Charges

April 16, 2026

WikiLeaks’ Assange says ‘no dirt’ on Trump, praises former US President

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