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National grid loses 4,091 MWh/h in September.

Despite decades of heavy investment and numerous reform initiatives, Nigeria’s power sector continues to grapple with deep-seated inefficiencies and underperformance. The national grid remains unable to transmit the full capacity generated by the country’s power plants, leading to significant energy losses and persistent shortfalls in electricity supply to homes and industries. Recent performance data show that, of Nigeria’s total installed generation capacity of approximately 13,625 megawatts (MW), only around 5,200 MW was actually available for dispatch to the grid. This […]

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W’Cup 2026: Captain Fantastic Ekong preps Eagles for ‘long route’ Play-Offs.

  Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has reaffirmed the team’s determination to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Nigeria gears up for the CAF Play-Off Tournament in Morocco next month. Speaking after the team’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, the 32-year-old defender expressed optimism about Nigeria’s chances while appealing for patience and continued support from fans. “We are quite happy to have this opportunity. It’s a long route, but it’s a route after all,” Ekong said. […]

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FG projects 600,000-barrel daily crude increase from fresh investments

  The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has projected an increase of about 600,000 barrels per day in the country’s crude oil production, driven by new investments and the implementation of 28 approved Field Development Plans in 2025. The Commission stated that the new developments are expected to add approximately 600,000 barrels of crude oil and more than two billion standard cubic feet of gas per day, supported by $18.2 billion in committed capital expenditure […]

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NANS denies involvement in #FreeNnamdiKanu protest

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has denied involvement in a planned protest reportedly organised by activist Omoyele Sowore and his associates, warning students nationwide not to be deceived or used by “selfish and politically motivated individuals.” Addressing journalists on Thursday at the Federal Cooperative College in Ibadan, Oyo State, NANS President, Comrade Olushola Oladoja, described reports linking the association to the proposed #FreeNnamdiKanu protest slated for October 20 as false, misleading, and mischievous. Flanked by zonal and campus […]

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Senate Confirms Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as INEC Chairman

The Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The confirmation took place on Thursday during a plenary session in the Senate Chamber, following a thorough screening by lawmakers sitting as a Committee of the Whole. During the exercise, senators posed several questions to the nominee, which he responded to satisfactorily. After the session, Professor Amupitan was allowed to take a bow and leave the chamber, with lawmakers […]

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Peter Obi Sues Deji Adeyanju for ₦1.5 Billion Over Alleged Defamation

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and former governor of Anambra State, has filed a ₦1.5 billion defamation lawsuit against Abuja-based activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju. The case was instituted at the High Court of Anambra State in Onitsha. This legal move follows months of public tension between the two men. In August, Obi had threatened legal action against Adeyanju over what he described as a series of defamatory statements made across social media platforms. This came shortly […]

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U-20 World Cup: Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 to book final spot against Morocco

Argentina will face Morocco in the final of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup after both teams secured victories in their semi-final matches. Argentina defeated Colombia 1–0 on Thursday at the Estadio Nacional de Santiago. The only goal of the match came in the 74th minute when Gianluca Prestianni created space on the right wing and delivered a precise assist to Mateo Silvetti, who finished from the center of the box. Colombia’s chances were further weakened after a late red […]

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Taraba State University Suspends Student Union Over Misconduct During Students’ Week

Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, has indefinitely suspended its Students’ Union Government (SUG) following incidents of misconduct during the 2025 Students’ Week celebration. The suspension follows the emergence of photos and videos from the event’s controversial “Gender Swap Day,” which drew strong backlash from the university community and the public. The university described the activities as a clear violation of its values, dress code, and moral standards. In a statement issued by the Vice-Chancellor, the incident was described as "regrettable […]

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FG declares Borno most resilient state in Nigeria

The Federal Government has declared Borno State as Nigeria’s most resilient state, commending its people for their remarkable ability to overcome years of violent attacks and other challenges. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the declaration during a visit to the state’s Deputy Governor, Umar Kadafur, in Maiduguri on Wednesday. The visit formed part of activities marking the meeting of the APC Commissioners of Information Forum. Idris described Borno as a model of courage and recovery, noting […]

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