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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.

Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.

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Bill to Bar Over-60s from Running for President, Governor Passes

The Nigerian House of Representatives passes a bill to prevent individuals over 60 from contesting for President or Governor, alongside other key reforms.

Delta APC rejects Waive’s call to adopt Oborevwori for 2027

The Delta APC strongly rejects Hon. Waive’s call for Governor Oborevwori as the 2027 candidate, pledging to offer a credible alternative

Reps Bill to Convert Lagos LCDAs into Full LGAs

The House of Representatives passed legislation to evolve Lagos' 37 LCDAs into complete Local Government Areas which could result in enhancing Nigeria's total LGAs to 811.

Ezekwesili Defends Clash with Senator Nwaebonyi

Oby Ezekwesili defends her confrontation with Senator Nwaebonyi, emphasizing the need for women’s voices in politics and public accountability.

Ezekwesili and Senator Clash During Heated Senate Hearing

A verbal confrontation broke out between Ezekwesili and Senator Nwaebonyi during a Senate hearing on Akpabio, raising questions over bias.

INEC holds meeting over recall of Kogi senator

INEC discusses Kogi senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's recall amid legal and constituent challenges, with the senator denying any apology to the Senate

Obasanjo Links Democracy Failure in Africa to Loss of Values

Obasanjo critiques Africa's failing democracy, stressing the need for a system rooted in African values and culture.

2027 Elections: Coalition Forms Against Tinubu and APC

Team New Nigeria (TNN) emerges to challenge President Tinubu and the APC ahead of the 2027 elections, criticizing their economic policies.

APGA and LP Feud Fuels Insecurity in Ihiala

Leaders in Ihiala hold APGA and LP responsible for deteriorating security under the ongoing leadership dispute about financial corruption.

Fubara Counters Tinubu’s Allegations, Blames Wike for Pipeline Attacks

Fubara has denied President Tinubu's claims of pipeline attacks and blamed Wike’s comments for the rising tensions.

Rivers State administrator vows to restore order, reject violence

Ibas pledges to restore law and order in Rivers State, rejecting violence and committing to protect civil liberties during his tenure as administrator

Rivers Crisis: Atiku, El-Rufai Challenge Tinubu’s Suspension of Officials

Atiku Abubakar and Nasir El-Rufai lead a coalition against Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers officials, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on democracy.

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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.

Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.

“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.

Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.