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Concern as section of newly commissioned flyover subsides in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A section of the newly constructed Lameco Flyover in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, has caved in barely 23 days after it was opened to traffic. The 672-metre flyover, which was constructed at a cost of N8,521,632,257.28, was commissioned on July 1, 2026. The affected section reportedly subsided in the early hours of Friday following…
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Kunle Afolayan, N5billion loan and other matters — by Benneth Nwankwo
The day before yesterday afternoon, someone shared this news with me. I told her that if she could believe this rumour, then she could believe I own 3 airports in Anambra State, plus one still under construction in Enugu State. I said there is no way any bank in Nigeria would give a filmmaker 5 billion naira as a loan…
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The day Otedola rewrote Nigeria’s banking history with N1 trillion bet — by Abiola Aloba
Except there are more powerful shareholders whose holdings remain hidden from public view, then it is safe to say that Mr. OluFemi Peter Otedola has just etched his name into the history books…Again! The man whose name has, over the years, become almost synonymous with the dollar sign, popularly & fondly christened ‘Otedollar’, has most likely emerged as the single…
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Nation building: Challenges and the way forward — by Sunday Dare
Across the world, nations are confronting profound economic, political, technological and social transformations. Established democracies are being tested. New global economic realities are reshaping trade and investment. Artificial intelligence is redefining work. Climate change is challenging traditional models of development. The expectations of citizens are changing, and institutions everywhere are under increasing scrutiny. Nigeria is not insulated from these realities.…
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In Gambia, Governor Eno hails FG’s security measures, showcases Akwa Ibom achievements
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has commended the Federal Government’s efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture while showcasing his administration’s achievements in infrastructure, healthcare and investment at the 19th Security Watch Africa Conference and Awards in Banjul, The Gambia. Governor Eno, represented by his deputy, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, received the African Leader in People-Centric Governance Award, while Gambian President…
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Media, INEC, voters and path to credible elections — by Sylvester Akhaine
Being keynote address delivered by Professor Sylvester Odion Akhaine at the Fourth Annual Lateef Kayode Jakande Lecture, organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, on July 23, 2026. Preamble I want to thank the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) for inviting me to deliver this year’s Jakande Memorial Lecture, the fourth in the series.…
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Cardi B reacts to rumoured relationship with Nigerian footballer Maduka Okoye
By Folashade Olorunfemi – American rapper Cardi B has reacted to viral speculation about her alleged relationship with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, saying she has long dealt with lies and rumours about the men she dates. The rumours began after Okoye, 26, and the 33-year-old rapper were seen together at Paris Fashion Week in France, where the goalkeeper helped…
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Emeka Ike reveals reason for lawsuit against INEC, Olayinka
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has disclosed that his legal battle against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, goes beyond his personal interest. Speaking in a recent interview with Pulse Nigeria, Ike said the lawsuit is driven by his desire for…
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How expanding the Nigerian Army to 12 divisions could redefine Nigeria’s security architecture — by Yusuf Ali
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken what many security analysts may regard as one of the boldest defence policy decisions in Nigeria’s recent history with the approval of a comprehensive expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to twelve divisions, alongside the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel. The decision is more than a routine military restructuring. It represents a strategic…
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The Chichidodo Republic — by Folorunso Adisa
Every society eventually creates the animal it deserves. Ours is a strange bird. It screams whenever corruption flies overhead, yet happily feeds on its leftovers. It condemns theft in the abstract but romanticises it when the suspect wears the right ethnic colour, professes the right religion, or belongs to the right political camp. That species has a name. Ayi Kwei…
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