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Niger mourns as Sonfada Etsu Nupe, Mahmud Abubakar, passes on
Mahmud Abubakar, the Sonfada of the Etsu Nupe, has died, prompting mourning across Niger State and the wider Nupe kingdom. The news was confirmed in a condolence message issued by
ENTERTAINMENT
Wale Adenuga denies claims of neglect by Papa Ajasco
Founder of Wale Adenuga Productions, Wale Adenuga, has responded to allegations of neglect made by veteran actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, dismissing claims of financial hardship and abandonment as “false and misleading.”
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Nigeria to deploy 200 special forces to Türkiye for training
Nigeria has secured a new defence partnership with Türkiye that will see 200 special forces personnel deployed for training as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s military capacity. Minister
FG rolling out unified poverty response system, says minister
The federal government says it is implementing a more coordinated and transparent poverty response system aimed at improving how support reaches vulnerable households across the country. Speaking during an engagement
Amnesty slams NBC's 'unlawful' 2027 election warning
Amnesty International has criticised the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over what it described as an “unlawful” directive targeting journalists and media organisations ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The rights
Real Sociedad win Copa del Rey title, defeating Atlético Madrid in penalty shootout
Real Sociedad clinched the Copa del Rey title after defeating Atletico Madrid on penalties in a dramatic final that ended 2-2 after extra time. The match exploded into life almost
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Europe turns to Nigeria for jet fuel amid US–Iran conflict
Nigeria is fast becoming a key alternative supplier of aviation fuel to Europe, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt traditional supply routes and push buyers toward West African
Trump orders temporary halt on strikes against Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Defense to postpone all planned airstrikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. The decision comes after what
Trump warns Netanyahu against striking Iranian gas fields amid tensions
Donald Trump says he has warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against further attacks on Iranian gas infrastructure, as tensions escalate in the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Speaking on Thursday,
62 killed as severe flooding hits Kenya
At least 62 people have died following days of heavy rainfall and severe flooding across Kenya, authorities said on Saturday. In a statement shared on X, the Kenya Ministry of
TECHNOLOGY
Kenya launches automated traffic fines system using SMS
Kenya has introduced a digital traffic enforcement platform that automatically detects road violations and sends fines to motorists through text messages. The system was launched by the National Transport and
MTN, Airtel Earn N3.6trn as Data Usage Hits Record High
Nigeria’s two largest telecom operators, MTN Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria, generated a combined N3.6 trillion from data services in 2025, reflecting a sustained surge in internet consumption across the country.
Over Half of Nigeria’s Electricity Customers Now Metered – NERC
Nigeria has reached a significant milestone in electricity distribution, with more than half of its 12.1 million active customers now equipped with prepaid meters. According to the latest factsheet released
Lagos Introduces Drones, AI Platform to Strengthen Traffic Management
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has deployed drones, artificial intelligence-powered monitoring tools, and GPS-enabled patrol vehicles as part of a broad digital overhaul aimed at improving traffic response
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RAINOVERTALKS
RainOverTalks: Being Selfish is not a bad thing.
Who gives meaning to the word we speak?. I often wonder why the word ‘selfish’ has the negative meaning of egocentric, self-serving, self-centred, self-observing, insensitive, uncharitable, unkind, uncaring, etc. Amazingly,
Starting Afresh: The Fear, the Uncertainty, and the Hope. #RainOverTalks
ChatGPT Generated image for – Starting Afresh: The Fear, the Uncertainty, and the Hope They say love is a beautiful thing. And it is. There’s something undeniably sweet about having
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Have a Woman in Your Life
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Have a Woman in Your Life 1. Loss of Freedom: A man enjoying his freedom but becomes sad when reminded of responsibilities waiting for him at
RainOverTalks: Unlocking Wealth - Elevate Others to Build Your Own Circle of Rich Friends
RainOverTalks: Unlocking Wealth – Elevate Others to Build Your Own Circle of Rich Friends We all want to have rich friends, but often we hesitate to help others. How can
Unlocking the Power of Love: A Guide to Opening Your Heart
Photo by Timo Stern on Unsplash Unlocking the Power of Love: A Guide to Opening Your Heart In a world filled with distractions and uncertainties, the journey to opening your
How many times can someone truly fall in love in a lifetime? Chat GPT Answer
Photo by Donald Giannatti on Unsplash Falling in Love: Exploring the Boundless Depths of the Heart Love, a universal language that transcends time and space, is a complex emotion that
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CAF shifts 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to July
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from March to July, citing the need to allow more time for preparations. In
BUSINESS
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DisCos collected N207bn from electricity customers in December — NERC
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says electricity distribution companies generated N207.49 billion from customers in December 2025. According to the regulator, the country’s 11 electricity distribution companies billed consumers
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MOVIES
Iyabo Ojo’s The Return of Arinzo grosses N104.8 million in opening box office weekend
Iyabo Ojo has scored a major box office win as her latest film, The Return of Arinzo, pulled in N104.8 million during its opening weekend, emerging as the highest-grossing title
Faith-based Onobiren dethrones Timini's Love and New Notes after four-week box office reign
Laju Iren’s faith-driven drama Onobiren has ended the four-week box office dominance of Timini Egbuson’s romantic blockbuster “Love and New Notes,” claiming the top spot with ₦30.5 million in its
Kunle Afolayan: My Films Are for “People Who Have Sense”
Filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has addressed criticism of his Netflix series Anikulapo Season 2: Ghoul Awakening, describing the fantasy drama as intended for “intellectual” audiences. Posting a video on Tuesday, Afolayan
Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind the Scenes’ Crosses ₦500M as Newcomer ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Makes Big Splash
Holiday Box Office Sees Nollywood Take Center Stage Funke Akindele continues to assert her dominance in Nollywood. Just two weeks after its cinema release, her latest film, Behind the Scenes,
“The Herd”: When Nollywood Mirrors a Nation Living on Edge - By Mubarak Bankole
There are movies you watch for fun, and then there are movies that feel like they’re tapping you on the shoulder, whispering, “Look again, this is your country.” The Herd,
‘Gingerrr’ & ‘The Herd’ Smash Records With ₦573m Box Office Haul
Two Nollywood hits, Gingerrr and The Herd, have ignited the Nigerian box office, raking in a combined ₦573.2 million and setting a new benchmark for local cinema success, according to
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