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At least 125 business owners in some of Lagos’ major markets have been identified as potential victims of suspected fraud syndicates, following the arrest of seven suspects by the Lagos State Police Command.

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate Datti Baba-Ahmed has said comments he made about Peter Obi, his former principal, during a recent interview were taken out of context.

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has rejected a call by former Kano State Gov. Rabiu Kwankwaso for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race.

The Federal Government has said King’s College, Lagos, has not been sold or privatised, stressing that it remains a publicly owned national institution with legal title retained by the government.

Americans on Friday marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with memorial ceremonies, moments of silence and tributes to the nearly 3,000 people killed in the deadliest attack on U.S. soil.

The African Democratic Congress has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission to end delays in the production and distribution of Permanent Voter Cards ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Federal Government has concluded payment of outstanding severance benefits to 2,100 former workers of Nigeria Airways Limited, more than two decades after the national carrier was liquidated.

Vice President Kashim Shettima will represent President Bola Tinubu at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit scheduled to hold in New Delhi, India, this weekend.

The Immediate Past Secretary-General of the Ijaw Youth Council, Maobuye Nangi, has urged Nigerians to look beyond emotions and tribal sentiments in choosing political leaders ahead of the upcoming elections.

As schools prepare to reopen for a new academic session, parents across Port Harcourt are counting the cost of getting their children ready for school, with many expressing concerns over the financial demands of education amid the country’s economic challenges.

Artificial Intelligence has changed the way students learn and get information. While some believe it has made schoolwork easier and improved how quickly students get answers, others are concerned about its effect on students’ ability to read, research and think independently.

Following a discussion on the relevance of Nigeria's educational system, Nigeria Info surveyed students at the University of Port Harcourt to hear their views on whether schools are preparing them for real life or simply producing certificate holders.

Commercial drivers in Port Harcourt have expressed frustration over what they describe as persistent extortion by both police officers and motor park operators, commonly known as agberos, saying the practice is increasing the cost of doing business and making their work more difficult.

As reports of "one-chance" robberies continue to rise in Port Harcourt, commercial drivers and residents have urged members of the public to take extra precautions when using public transport. One-chance is a form of robbery in which criminals disguise themselves as commercial transport operators or passengers to lure unsuspecting victims into vehicles before robbing, assaulting, or abducting them.

The planned ban on the use of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area has left many riders questioning their future, with respondents expressing concerns over the possible loss of jobs and livelihoods.

The proposed reforms to the NYSC orientation camp have continued to generate diverse opinions among students, with views differing on the planned extension of the orientation exercise, the proposed shift to civilian leadership, and the overall relevance of the scheme. As discussions continue, students remain divided on whether the changes will strengthen the programme or create new challenges for prospective corps members.

Nigeria’s Federal Government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward pledged to members of the national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their triumph at the FIBA Women’s Afrobasket.

The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League begins Tuesday with six matches as 36 of Europe's top clubs start their eight-match league-phase campaigns.

Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after France defeated South Korea 95-69 in Berlin on Saturday.

Nigeria’s D’Tigress have opened their 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign against South Korea in Berlin, Germany, with a 99 – 81 loss.