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TCN raises alarm over vandalism of 10 transmission towers in Enugu, seeks youth partnership
1+ hour, 48+ min ago (617+ words) July 2, 2026 by Chris Njoku, Owerri The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has raised fresh concerns over the increasing vandalism of its electricity transmission facilities in the Enugu region, disclosing that more than 10 transmission towers have been destroyed by vandals, disrupting…...
President Tinubu's exit benefits scheme: A new social contract for Nigerian workers
10+ hour, 53+ min ago (431+ words) July 2, 2026 by Our Reporter It is against this backdrop that the Federal Government's recent approval of an Exit Benefits Scheme for retiring Federal Civil Servants stands as one of the most significant social protection measures introduced in recent years. This…...
Actress Nadia Buari warns of Whats App imposters after new username feature
1+ hour, 49+ min ago (233+ words) July 2, 2026 by Yewande Fasan Ghanaian-Nigerian actress Nadia Buari has raised alarm over Whats App impersonators, days after the platform rolled out its new username feature. Whats App recently announced the username feature, which allows users to connect without sharing phone…...
French Embassy ends "750, 000 plastic recycling initiative
2+ hour, 4+ min ago (524+ words) July 2, 2026 by Frank Ikpefan, Abuja The French Embassy in Nigeria has ended its "750, 000 Plastic Waste Management Project in eleven universities after three years of implementation. The embassy hinted of plans to expand the initiative to more Nigerian universities following the…...
Tinubu releases "111bn to kick-start Akwanga'Jos section of 700km Superhighway
2+ hour, 23+ min ago (595+ words) July 2, 2026 by Dele Anofi The Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this on Wednesday during the project's flag-off in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, where he revealed that the president's instructions were that the funds should be released to the CGOC'CGC Joint…...
Presidency clears Gbajabiamila in alleged forged appointment case
3+ hour, 14+ min ago (409+ words) July 2, 2026 by Our Reporter The Presidency has cleared the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, in connection with allegations surrounding a purported forged appointment into a non-existent federal agency allegedly linked to him. In a detailed statement by…...
Cairo to host 2027 African Games from August 27
9+ hour, 19+ min ago (157+ words) July 2, 2026 by Our Reporter The African Union Sports Council (AUSC) has officially confirmed that the 14th'African Games will be held in Cairo, Egypt, from August 27 to September 10, 2027. The announcement ends months of anticipation over the host city and dates for…...
NUT suspends strike, directs Oyo teachers to resume work Thursday
8+ hour, 15+ min ago (414+ words) July 2, 2026 by Yinka Adeniran, Ibadan The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has suspended its withdrawal of services across Oyo State public schools following renewed engagements with the state government and assurances over measures to improve security after the abduction of…...
Money rituals, witchcraft movies unrealistic - Actor Sunny Alli
3+ hour, 12+ min ago (410+ words) July 2, 2026 by Yewande Fasan Seasoned actor, director and producer," Sunny Alli, has said he does not believe in money rituals and avoids writing supernatural storylines that cannot be verified. Speaking during an episode of Oyinmomo on You Tube, the actor…...
FULL LIST: Five African countries eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup so far
3+ hour, 20+ min ago (389+ words) July 2, 2026 by Wale Gbadebo Africa's hopes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered another major blow on Wednesday as Senegal became the fifth team from the continent to bow out of the tournament, and the fourth to be eliminated in the…...