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Nigerian News

Imo CP vows to hunt down assailants responsible for Okigwe attack

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025 - by Chidiebere Iwuoha

The Commissioner of Police, Imo state Police Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has deployed tactical teams in synergy with other sister security agencies and local vigilantes to hunt down suspected IPOB/ESN …

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Politics

Again, Atiku speaks on becoming Nigeria’s president

August 24, 2025August 24, 2025 - by Adejayan Gbenga

Former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, says his priority is Nigeria’s progress, not his personal ambition to become president. Speaking through Prof. Ola Olateju of Achievers …

Again, Atiku speaks on becoming Nigeria’s president Read More
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Opinion

From Sawaba to Asara: The evolution of commercial politics in Kano

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 - by Auwalu Anwar

“The only thing Kwankwasiyya has in common with NEPU and the PRP is mimicking wearing the red cap.” – An Anonymous Elder of Kwankwasiyya. From Radical Idealism to Commercial Politics In …

From Sawaba to Asara: The evolution of commercial politics in Kano Read More
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Opinion

From announcements to delivery: Governor Bago and the future of Niger state

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 - by Murtala Adogi Mohammed

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger state has emerged as one of the most ambitious Governor in Nigeria today. His administration’s “New Niger Agenda” is a sweeping vision covering infrastructure, …

From announcements to delivery: Governor Bago and the future of Niger state Read More
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Nigerian News

Gumi raises the alarm over reported presence of Israeli Mossad intelligence in Nigeria 

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 - by Alabi Abdul

A Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, Wednesday, raised the alarm over alleged presence of Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad, in Nigeria.  In a post on his official Facebook handle, the …

Gumi raises the alarm over reported presence of Israeli Mossad intelligence in Nigeria  Read More
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Sports

Heavyweight bout: Avoid Usyk – Hatton urges caution with Itauma

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 - by Admin I

Ricky Hatton says Moses Itauma is a “brilliant” heavyweight but urged his team not to push for a fight with Oleksandr Usyk next. Itauma’s quick knockout of Dillian Whyte last Saturday ramped …

Heavyweight bout: Avoid Usyk – Hatton urges caution with Itauma Read More
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Nigerian News

Wike commissions rehabilitated N50bn Lower Usuman Dam 

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 - by Abdullahi Muhammad

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Nyesom Wike, has commissioned the newly rehabilitated N50 billion Phase 2 Water Treatment Plant at the Lower Usuman Dam in Ushafa, Bwari …

Wike commissions rehabilitated N50bn Lower Usuman Dam  Read More
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Sports

NOC women commission holds South-west seminar

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 - by Admin I

The Women Commission of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) will host the Southwest wing of the seminar in collaboration with the Ekiti State Government. A statement by the Public Relations …

NOC women commission holds South-west seminar Read More
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Politics

Anambra: INEC announces winner in Onitsha North 1 constituency bye-election

August 17, 2025August 17, 2025 - by Okechukwu Onuegbu

The candidate of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) for the Onitsha North 1 State Constituency, Barr. Ifeoma Mimi Azikiwe, has been declared winner of the poll. According to the result …

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Sports

Christian Chukwu: Ex-international buried in Enugu

August 16, 2025August 16, 2025 - by Admin I

Former Green Eagles captain, Christian Chukwu, was on Saturday buried in Enugu state with dignitaries from all walks of life turning up. Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation were among …

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Letters

We’re willing to support Christian tour operators – NCPC boss Adegbite

August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 - by Paul Okah

The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, recently said the Commission was willing to support Christian tour operators who desired to partner with the …

We’re willing to support Christian tour operators – NCPC boss Adegbite Read More
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Nigerian News

UNIBEN boosts oral health with free treatment 

August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 - by Patrick Ahanor

The University of Benin School of Dentistry, Thursday, began oral health outreach and free treatment as part of its efforts to give back to the society. The Dean School of …

UNIBEN boosts oral health with free treatment  Read More
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Sports

Fighting in UFC is biggest weight I’ve ever felt – MVP

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 - by Admin I

Michael ‘Venom’ Page says the pressure and expectation that comes with fighting in the UFC is unlike anything else he has ever felt in his career. London’s Page – nicknamed …

Fighting in UFC is biggest weight I’ve ever felt – MVP Read More
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Nigerian News

Why appointment of VCs generate tension in Nigeria – Don 

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 - by Aideloje Ojo

A lecturer with the Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, Professor Mohammed Yelwa, Wednesday, stated the need to harmonise requirements for the appointment of vice chancellors for public and private universities in order …

Why appointment of VCs generate tension in Nigeria – Don  Read More
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Nigerian News

GMind AI, TRCN sign MoU to launch Nigeria’s first AI-powered teaching platform

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 - by Bode Olagoke

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has announced a partnership with GMIND AI to develop an artificial intelligence-powered platform that will deliver contextualised and simulated lesson plans for Nigerian …

GMind AI, TRCN sign MoU to launch Nigeria’s first AI-powered teaching platform Read More
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Sports

Sacked ref Coote given ban by FA for Klopp video

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 - by Admin I

Former Premier League referee David Coote has been given an eight-week suspension by the Football Association for comments made about ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp on social media. Coote, who was …

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Nigerian News

Federal Poly Bauchi shuts down over robbery attack on students 

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 - by Mohammed Lawal

The management of Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Tuesday ordered the immediate closure of the institution after suspected robbers stormed the male hostel of its students Monday night. Two students were reportedly …

Federal Poly Bauchi shuts down over robbery attack on students  Read More
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Nigerian News

FCTA vows to continue clean ups of criminal hideouts in Abuja  

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 - by Abdullahi Muhammad

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Monday assured that clearing of shanties and parks serving as hideouts for criminals in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will be a continuous exercise. …

FCTA vows to continue clean ups of criminal hideouts in Abuja   Read More
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Politics

Ibadan North bye-election: Vote APC in appreciation of Tinubu’s work, Adelabu tells electorate

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 - by Bayo Agboola

The Minister for Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has asked electorate in Ibadan North to appreciate the good work President Bola Tinubu was doing across Nigeria by voting for the All …

Ibadan North bye-election: Vote APC in appreciation of Tinubu’s work, Adelabu tells electorate Read More
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Business

220 blocks up for grabs to speed up oil & gas development

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 - by Blessing Anaro

Given its interest in unlocking oil and gas growth, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has revealed its plans to award 220 oil blocks, spanning the African country’s onshore …

220 blocks up for grabs to speed up oil & gas development Read More
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Politics

Buhari’s ex-SGF speaks on ‘joining ADC’

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 - by Adejayan Gbenga

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has dismissed claims that he has left the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the opposition coalition, African Democratic Congress …

Buhari’s ex-SGF speaks on ‘joining ADC’ Read More
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Sports

Betting: Plateau United goalkeeper incurs NPFL wrath

August 10, 2025August 10, 2025 - by Adejayan Gbenga

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has suspended Plateau United goalkeeper Adewale Adeyinka over allegations of insider betting. In a letter dated August 5, 2025, and signed by NPFL Chief …

Betting: Plateau United goalkeeper incurs NPFL wrath Read More
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Politics

ADC mourns Ogbeh

August 9, 2025August 9, 2025 - by Kehinde Osasona

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Interim National Chairman and former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, has described the death of Chief Audu Ogbeh as a huge blow to …

ADC mourns Ogbeh Read More
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Education

WAEC increases pass rate in 2025 SSCE after result review

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 - by Adejayan Gbenga

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced a major revision in the number of candidates who achieved credit passes in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in the …

WAEC increases pass rate in 2025 SSCE after result review Read More

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Islamic year: Kano declares today public holiday

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Expert laments 26% voter turnout in 2023, stakeholders proffer solutions 

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Jigawa: Badaru reconstitutes council on prerogative of mercy

Jigawa state governor, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has approved the reconstitution ...

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Presidents Thomas Boni Yayi of Benin Republic and his counterpart, ...

Recent Updates

  • FG not using ICPC, EFCC to witch-hunt opposition – Idris  September 3, 2025
  • Gabam’s leadership journey September 3, 2025
  • Shettima: 59 and waxing stronger. September 3, 2025
  • Plateau assembly vows to curb hazardous mining in residential areas  September 3, 2025
  • 2026 World Cup qualifier: More Super Eagles’ Stars hit camp September 3, 2025
  • Kebbi LG chairmen hail Idris on smooth appointment of Zuru Emir  September 3, 2025
  • 2 die in Edo one-way road accident  September 3, 2025
  • Fidelity Bank strengthens investor confidence with record capital raise, growth strategy September 3, 2025
  • AMAC legislative council makes U-turn over speaker’s impeachment  September 3, 2025
  • APC can’t rule Sokoto beyond 2027 – Fada  September 3, 2025
  • PRCAN mourns passing of NIPR council member Chedi  September 3, 2025
  • Jigawa governor commissions N1.2bn solar mini-grid project  September 3, 2025
  • FG pledges continuous partnership with UNICEF  September 3, 2025
  • Customs seizes thousands of ammunitions, drones, hands over to NCCSALW September 3, 2025
  • FG unveils plan to intensify evidence-based traditional medicine    September 3, 2025
  • Breaking: FG declares Friday public holiday to mark Eid-ul-mawlid September 3, 2025
  • NNPC Ltd appoints new corporate communications, relations chiefs September 3, 2025
  • Nigeria-China currency swap arrangement, P2P trading boost naira stability September 3, 2025
  • Grimsby fined for ineligible player in Man Utd win September 3, 2025
  • ‘AI-generated’ Sinner races into US Openquarter-final  September 3, 2025
  • NBTE accredits 47 ND, HND programmes at Kogi polytechnic – Rector  September 3, 2025
  • Loftus-Cheek set for recall to England squad September 3, 2025
  • Mohbad: Court orders DNA test on late singer’s son September 3, 2025
  • NIGCOMSAT to connect 774 LGAs to internet by 2026 – MD September 3, 2025
  • NNPC Ltd appoints new corporate communications, relations chiefs September 3, 2025
  • UBA, Mastercard launch prepaid card to promote financial inclusion September 3, 2025
  • Actress Peju Ogunmola loses only child September 3, 2025
  • Fintiri heads PDP Convention committee, Anyanwu, Ortom, Fayose list fresh conditions September 3, 2025
  • WIPF leads regional, intergenerational movement against VAWG September 3, 2025
  • Nigeria has met revenue target, won’t borrow again – Tinubu September 3, 2025

Opinion

Gabam’s leadership journey

Gabam, the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), is fast becoming a household name in Nigerian politics, drawing ...

Shettima: 59 and waxing stronger.

I was reminded of Vice-President Senator Kashim Shettima's birthday by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s birthday wishes early this morning. How ...

GMO, seed system, and food security question in Nigeria

I have received many requests for information on GMO seeds and their safety, and I have watched several video clips ...

Gabam’s leadership journey 

  Gabam, the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), is fast becoming a household name in Nigerian politics, ...

Column

Transforming South-East with strategic federal presence

If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, then Mohammed must go to the mountain. This is a time-honoured maxim, ...

The Abuja ‘one chance’ menace

The capital of a nation represents its symbol. A visitor may not necessarily traverse the entire country to form their ...

Tinubu’s airport infrastructure master plan will fix gaps – Air Peace

Nigeria’s leading airline Air Peace Chairman, Dr Allen Onyema has described the country’s aviation sector as one poised for a ...

Weaponising orientation for attitudinal change

It will take a miracle to attempt to straighten a dry fish without reducing it to smithereens. That is the ...

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Blueprint Newspapers is a Nigerian daily print newspaper founded and published in Abuja, Nigeria. While https://blueprint.ng is the online version

Managing Director & CEO: Salisu Umar, umar_s753@yahoo.com

Vice Chairman & CEB: Zainab Suleiman Okino, zainabsule@yahoo.com

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Editorial Director: Clem Oluwole

Associate Director-Administration & HR: Nuhu Sani

Associate Director, Southern Operations: Vera Chidi Maha

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General Manager, Business and Strategy: Aminu Ado Ibrahim

Editor (Daily): Abdulrahman A. Abdulrauf, rahmanrauf@yahoo.com

Editor(Weekend): Adoyi M. Aba

Online Editor: Ikenna Okonkwo, iykevic85@gmail.com

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