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Who is the richest rapper in 2026—top 15 including Jay-Z and the empires that made them billionaires

Who is the richest rapper in 2026—top 15 including Jay-Z and the empires that made them billionaires

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The 15 highest-paid QBs in NFL in 2026, from Dak Prescott's record $60M deal to everyone below him

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Top 10 universities in Nigeria offering biomedical engineering, and what each programme covers

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My child pointed at my best friend and mentioned his dad — Then came the shock

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Retired police officer beats former governor and incumbent senator to APC senate ticket in Gombe

Retired police officer beats former governor and incumbent senator to APC senate ticket in Gombe

Former Gombe governor Danjuma Goje has lost the APC senatorial ticket for Gombe Central to governor-backed retired DCP Mohammed Ahmed in party primaries.

Politics

6 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

2027 elections: Former governor clinches APC senatorial ticket

2027 elections: Former governor clinches APC senatorial ticket

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Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal beat Burnley

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal beat Burnley

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Akpabio emerges sole APC senatorial candidate, wins ticket

Akpabio emerges sole APC senatorial candidate, wins ticket

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Breaking: Uzodimma wins APC senatorial ticket amid controversy

Breaking: Uzodimma wins APC senatorial ticket amid controversy

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Man shares what Alexx Ekubo’s mother told him on phone moments before actor died

Man shares what Alexx Ekubo’s mother told him on phone moments before actor died

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APC House of Reps primaries: List of winners and losers emerges ahead of 2027

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Alexx Ekubo: Man shares what he noticed about actor’s family members while visiting them

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Goodluck Jonathan reportedly emerges as PDP’s sole presidential hopeful ahead of 2027 election

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Doctor shares screenshot of emotional message Frank Edoho sent him 5 months ago, triggers reactions

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Tension in Kano as Gov Yusuf sends warning to Kwankwaso

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Regina Daniels spotted with popular Igbo billionaire Arthur Eze, picture trends online

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One year into OPay’s ₦1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative, what’s next?

One year into OPay’s ₦1.2 billion 10-year scholarship initiative, what’s next?

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Ooni of Ife recounts almost losing throne over impotency claim: “I was told I used it for wealth”

Ooni of Ife recounts almost losing throne over impotency claim: “I was told I used it for wealth”

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Cubana Chief Priest drops fiery song after losing Imo APC primaries, sends strong message to critics

Cubana Chief Priest drops fiery song after losing Imo APC primaries, sends strong message to critics

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Frank Edhoho: Singer Chike shares cryptic post online amid backlash over trending rumours

Frank Edhoho: Singer Chike shares cryptic post online amid backlash over trending rumours

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Who is Charlie Kirk’s wife? Meet Erika Frantzve, his other half

Who is Charlie Kirk’s wife? Meet Erika Frantzve, his other half

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Top 10 richest women in the world in 2026 and how they made their money

Top 10 richest women in the world in 2026 and how they made their money

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Lysaurie Ocasio and Tito Martínez: Meet Bad Bunny's parents

Lysaurie Ocasio and Tito Martínez: Meet Bad Bunny's parents

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10 largest local government areas in Nigeria by population

10 largest local government areas in Nigeria by population

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UNIUYO admission portal: All about the admission requirements and fees for 2026/2027

UNIUYO admission portal: All about the admission requirements and fees for 2026/2027

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Tax Identification Number: How to get a TIN number in Nigeria in 2026

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Tax Identification Number: How to get a TIN number in Nigeria in 2026

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Heaven went viral, and Aubrey made him a grandpa — a look at all five of Terrence Howard’s kids

Heaven went viral, and Aubrey made him a grandpa — a look at all five of Terrence Howard’s kids

16 hours ago by Muhunya Muhonji

Every Ecobank USSD code for transfers, airtime and account opening — all in one place

Every Ecobank USSD code for transfers, airtime and account opening — all in one place

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All the Jaiz Bank USSD codes you need for airtime, transfers, account opening and more

All the Jaiz Bank USSD codes you need for airtime, transfers, account opening and more

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Every Union Bank USSD code you need for transfers, airtime and more — all in one place

Every Union Bank USSD code you need for transfers, airtime and more — all in one place

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My Husband Accused Me of Swapping Our Baby at the Clinic — A DNA Test 'Tested' Our Relationship

My Husband Accused Me of Swapping Our Baby at the Clinic — A DNA Test 'Tested' Our Relationship

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My Mom Fell Into a Coma After a Crash – Then A Nurse Said: 'Someone is lying, check the CCTV'

My Mom Fell Into a Coma After a Crash – Then A Nurse Said: 'Someone is lying, check the CCTV'

20 hours ago by Chris Ndetei

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NUJ names AIG Jimoh ‘crime fighter of the year’ over Lagos security operations

NUJ names AIG Jimoh ‘crime fighter of the year’ over Lagos security operations

7 hours ago by Nurudeen Lawal

Breaking: Tinubu reacts as terrorists execute Oyo teacher, sends key message to National Assembly

Breaking: Tinubu reacts as terrorists execute Oyo teacher, sends key message to National Assembly

10 hours ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

EFCC breaks silence on UUTH incident, sends direct message to Ekpe, NMA

EFCC breaks silence on UUTH incident, sends direct message to Ekpe, NMA

11 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Breaking: APC decides Ndume’s fate in 5th-term Senate bid

Breaking: APC decides Ndume’s fate in 5th-term Senate bid

11 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Breaking: APC clears Oden Ewa for Cross River central 2027 senatorial race

Breaking: APC clears Oden Ewa for Cross River central 2027 senatorial race

13 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

14 hours ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

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My step siblings abandoned our 81-year-old grandma over a restaurant bill — I got revenge

My step siblings abandoned our 81-year-old grandma over a restaurant bill — I got revenge

5 hours ago by Kola Muhammed

Alexx Ekubo: Lady shares how actor led her to Christ, speaks about last time she saw him

Alexx Ekubo: Lady shares how actor led her to Christ, speaks about last time she saw him

5 hours ago by Victoria Nwahiri

Lady celebrates in style as she welcomes bundle of joy after 21 years of marriage, many react

Lady celebrates in style as she welcomes bundle of joy after 21 years of marriage, many react

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Flight attendant speaks about new power bank rule every flyer should know about

Flight attendant speaks about new power bank rule every flyer should know about

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Young lady who built gas station from scratch sparks buzz, shares amount it took to start business

Young lady who built gas station from scratch sparks buzz, shares amount it took to start business

8 hours ago by Oluwadara Adebisi

Video as lady finally explains why her marriage crashed after 5 months

Video as lady finally explains why her marriage crashed after 5 months

9 hours ago by Ankrah Shalom

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Group demands Uyo Assembly seat zoning, opposes second term for current lawmaker

Group demands Uyo Assembly seat zoning, opposes second term for current lawmaker

6 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Major comeback as Shehu Sani wins APC senatorial ticket

Major comeback as Shehu Sani wins APC senatorial ticket

7 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Breaking: APC takes reverse after ex-senator outburst, releases updated list

Breaking: APC takes reverse after ex-senator outburst, releases updated list

7 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Breaking: Gunshots disrupt APC Senate primary in top southern state

Breaking: Gunshots disrupt APC Senate primary in top southern state

7 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Ajadi picks APM senatorial ticket, makes pronouncement

Ajadi picks APM senatorial ticket, makes pronouncement

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2027 elections: Popular governor emerges winner at APC senatorial primary

2027 elections: Popular governor emerges winner at APC senatorial primary

8 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

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Sports

Kai Havertz headlines Arsenal's crucial 1-0 victory against Burnley as title dreams near reality

Kai Havertz headlines Arsenal's crucial 1-0 victory against Burnley as title dreams near reality

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"That’s the spirit": Emirates erupts as Arsenal F.C. fans inspire team before Burnley game

"That’s the spirit": Emirates erupts as Arsenal F.C. fans inspire team before Burnley game

9 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Premier League clubs on alert as Osimhen's agents reportedly plotting his Galatasaray exit

Premier League clubs on alert as Osimhen's agents reportedly plotting his Galatasaray exit

9 hours ago by Chukwu Ikechukwu

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to miss FIFA World Cup 2026 following hamstring injury

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to miss FIFA World Cup 2026 following hamstring injury

11 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Man explains what Arsenal must do versus Burnley to be crowned Premier League champions, video

Man explains what Arsenal must do versus Burnley to be crowned Premier League champions, video

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When could Arsenal win the Premier League title with two matches to go?

When could Arsenal win the Premier League title with two matches to go?

12 hours ago by Elijah Odetokun

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United States waives costly visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans

United States waives costly visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans

17 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Priest falls on coffin during burial service, ceremony ends abruptly

Priest falls on coffin during burial service, ceremony ends abruptly

18 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

US finally eases visa restriction for 5 African nations ahead of 2026 FIFA world cup

US finally eases visa restriction for 5 African nations ahead of 2026 FIFA world cup

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

Eid Al Adha 2026: West African powerhouse announces public holiday date

Eid Al Adha 2026: West African powerhouse announces public holiday date

a day ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

UK soldier dies after falling from horse, King Charles reacts

UK soldier dies after falling from horse, King Charles reacts

2 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Breaking: Israel kills leader of Hamas’ military wing after deadly strikes

Breaking: Israel kills leader of Hamas’ military wing after deadly strikes

2 days ago by AFP

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2027 elections: The pulpit, prophecies and the polls

2027 elections: The pulpit, prophecies and the polls

7 hours ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Consensus or confusion? Can Oyo APC survive 2027 without Adelabu as its flagbearer?

Consensus or confusion? Can Oyo APC survive 2027 without Adelabu as its flagbearer?

13 hours ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Nigeria just made it easier to become a teacher, but will it change anything in schools?

Nigeria just made it easier to become a teacher, but will it change anything in schools?

4 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

NDC convention: New dawn or old politics in new clothes?

NDC convention: New dawn or old politics in new clothes?

7 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Eneke, the hunters and Nigeria’s politics of survival

Eneke, the hunters and Nigeria’s politics of survival

10 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Hunger, hustle, and hate behind South Africa’s attacks on Nigerians

Hunger, hustle, and hate behind South Africa’s attacks on Nigerians

11 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

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Education

JAMB 2026: Top 7 Nigeria’s most competitive courses and their required UTME scores

JAMB 2026: Top 7 Nigeria’s most competitive courses and their required UTME scores

7 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Top 10 universities in Nigeria offering computer engineering and what sets each one apart

Top 10 universities in Nigeria offering computer engineering and what sets each one apart

18 hours ago by Isaac Wangethi

Top 50 best universities in Nigeria as of 2026: NUC university ranking

Top 50 best universities in Nigeria as of 2026: NUC university ranking

18 hours ago by Peris Walubengo

Top 10 universities in Nigeria offering biotechnology ranked by facilities, fees and cut-off marks

Top 10 universities in Nigeria offering biotechnology ranked by facilities, fees and cut-off marks

19 hours ago by Ciku Njuguna

The top 15 universities in Nigeria for masters programmes ranked by quality and variety

The top 15 universities in Nigeria for masters programmes ranked by quality and variety

19 hours ago by Naomi Karina

FUTA school fees for 2026 and how to pay acceptance and school fees

FUTA school fees for 2026 and how to pay acceptance and school fees

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8 new CBN rules for mobile app payments starting July 1, BVN changes

8 new CBN rules for mobile app payments starting July 1, BVN changes

10 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Nigeria’s SEC announces date for transition to T+1 settlement cycle

Nigeria’s SEC announces date for transition to T+1 settlement cycle

11 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

NAFDAC finally releases report on viral BON bread controversy, sends strong message to Nigerians

NAFDAC finally releases report on viral BON bread controversy, sends strong message to Nigerians

12 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Heirs Insurance Group Makes Financial Times’ List of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies

Heirs Insurance Group Makes Financial Times’ List of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies

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Infinix NOTE 60 SERIES Garners Red Dot and iF Awards, Redefining Premium Smartphone Design

Infinix NOTE 60 SERIES Garners Red Dot and iF Awards, Redefining Premium Smartphone Design

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CBN relaxes PTA, BTA rules as travellers get fresh dollar cash access from June 1

CBN relaxes PTA, BTA rules as travellers get fresh dollar cash access from June 1

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Frank Edoho’s ex-wife’s old video speaking about abuse trends: “Never be scared to start all over”

Frank Edoho’s ex-wife’s old video speaking about abuse trends: “Never be scared to start all over”

9 hours ago by Shade Metibogun

Don Jazzy speaks out on why he no longer attends some Nigerian artists’ shows

Don Jazzy speaks out on why he no longer attends some Nigerian artists’ shows

10 hours ago by Kola Ogunkanmi

Regina Daniels’ ex-hubby snubbed during primaries, number of people on queue trends: “CP even tried”

Regina Daniels’ ex-hubby snubbed during primaries, number of people on queue trends: “CP even tried”

10 hours ago by Shade Metibogun

Veekee James reacts to critics questioning lack of luxury items in her new baby’s wardrobe

Veekee James reacts to critics questioning lack of luxury items in her new baby’s wardrobe

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Frank Edoho vs Chike: Event host reacts sharply after MC mentions singer amid scandal rumours, video trends

Frank Edoho vs Chike: Event host reacts sharply after MC mentions singer amid scandal rumours, video trends

11 hours ago by Kola Ogunkanmi

Actress Sandra Okunzuwa finally opens up on what crashed her recent relationship

Actress Sandra Okunzuwa finally opens up on what crashed her recent relationship

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"Shirun da muka yi ba tsoro ba ne," Gwamna Abba ya tura zazzafan sako ga Kwankwaso

"Shirun da muka yi ba tsoro ba ne," Gwamna Abba ya tura zazzafan sako ga Kwankwaso

5 hours ago by Ahmad Yusuf

Mataimakin shugaban majalisar dattawa, Barau Jibrin ya samu tikitin takarar APC a Kano

Mataimakin shugaban majalisar dattawa, Barau Jibrin ya samu tikitin takarar APC a Kano

6 hours ago by Ahmad Yusuf

Gwamna Uba Sani ya nada sabon Sarki mai martaba a jihar Kaduna

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Gwamna Uba Sani ya nada sabon Sarki mai martaba a jihar Kaduna

8 hours ago by Ahmad Yusuf

Wata sabuwa: DSS ta kara kama Malam El Rufai bayan kotu ta ba da belinsa a Abuja

Wata sabuwa: DSS ta kara kama Malam El Rufai bayan kotu ta ba da belinsa a Abuja

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"Na kira shugaban APC," Murray Bruce ya yi fatali da rahoton hana shi takarar sanata

"Na kira shugaban APC," Murray Bruce ya yi fatali da rahoton hana shi takarar sanata

11 hours ago by Ahmad Yusuf

APC ta sauya sakamakon zabe, an ayyana Yusuf Gagdi a matsayin sahihin ɗan takara

APC ta sauya sakamakon zabe, an ayyana Yusuf Gagdi a matsayin sahihin ɗan takara

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