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The Independent Commission on Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses (ICPC) has filed new charges against former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, listing nine charges that border on allegations of fraud, abuse of office and corruption. The former governor’s legal advisor, Ukpong Abang, disclosed the development to journalists after a hearing at the Kaduna State High Court on Monday, revealing …

Investors in the Nigerian equity market gained N443 billion at the close of trading Monday to start the week on a bullish note. This follows a surge in the prices of shares such as NGX Group, Trans Express, and Mc Nichols, among others, on the stock exchange floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) index increased to 204,458.86 points from 203,770.42 …

By Abdulrahman Abdulrahman Afunja Coach Ashafat Sulieman, popularly known as “Coach of Brazil”, has expressed optimism about Kwara United’s chances of avoiding relegation after a goalless draw against Shooting Stars at the Adamasingba Stadium. During a telephone conversation on Game On with Tosh Michael on Emirate 98.5 FM, Ilorin, Monday, April 14, 2026, Sulieman said he remains confident that his …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has adopted Senator Solomon Adeola Olamilekan as its consensus candidate for the 2027 gubernatorial election The decision was made during the party’s strategic caucus meeting held on Monday, at the party secretariat, Abeokuta, the state capital. Governor Dapo Abiodun, in declaring the decision of the consensus candidate, said the decision is aimed …

…They warn of the religious crisis and demand an immediate reversal of direction Daud Olatunji The League of Imams and Alfas has criticized the Ogun State government’s proposed plan to hand over public schools to missionary organisations, warning that the move could spark religious tensions and undermine decades of peaceful coexistence. In a strongly worded rejoinder signed by its general …

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, rose N10 against the American dollar on Monday after trading at N1,410/$1 for the last four consecutive days. The local currency strengthened by N10 against the British Pound, trading at N1,900/£1, compared with N1,910/£1 the previous day. The Naira continued to close flat against the Canadian dollar and traded at N1,000/CA$1. The naira rose N5 against …

Afrobeats singer, Kcee, has opened up about the emotional impact of repeated award rejections, revealing that being overlooked by industry organizers once left him in tears. Speaking on the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, the “Limpopo” singer said he struggled to gain recognition despite his significant contribution to the world of music. “I grew up in an industry that was unfair to …

Pope Leo XIV on Monday ignored an ongoing public dispute with US President Donald Trump, saying he had no interest in engaging in a political back and forth with the American leader. “I’m not a politician, I’m not going to argue with him. Wike: No request from ADC to use Eagle Square for the convention “The message is the same: …

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted two articulated trucks loaded with 7.2 tonnes of suspected cannabis in Edo State. NDLEA Commander in the state, Dr. Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed this at a press conference on Monday in Benin City. He said five suspected smugglers were arrested in connection with drugs along the Auchi-Abuja highway. READ ALSO: Singer Kcee …

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