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APC URGES INEC TO STICK TO ELECTION TIMETABLE

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to strictly observe its announced schedule for the 2027 general elections, maintaining that electoral regulations should be applied uniformly to all political parties.   The party's National Chairman, Professor NENTAWE YILWATDA, made the appeal while hosting a pre-election fact-finding delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, […]

todayNovember 1, 2026

National

SERAP CALLS FOR INVESTIGATION INTO SUSPECTED AI-GENERATED PHOTOS IN VOTERS’ REGISTER

A rights group,  Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked President BOLA TINUBU to direct the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), VINCENT OLATUNJI, to investigate suspected artificial intelligence (AI)-generated photographs and other questionable records in the preliminary Register of Voters published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).   In a letter dated October 31, 2026, and signed by its Deputy […]

todayNovember 1, 2026

News

ARSENAL WINS EARLY ADVANTAGE AGAINST LIVERPOOL AT ANFIELD

Arsenal took an early 1-0 lead against Liverpool at Anfield in their highly anticipated Premier League encounter today. Striker KAI HAVERTZ broke the deadlock in the 16th minute, converting a direct assist from midfielder DECLAN RICE after a defensive error by goalkeeper ALISSON BECKER. Despite missing key attacking player BUKAYO SAKA, MIKEL ARTETA'S injury-hit side started the encounter with attacking intent. The ongoing clash sees both teams seeking to strengthen […]

todayNovember 1, 2026

Entertainment

DAVIDO PREDICTS GLOBAL SUCCESS FOR PROPOSED TOUR WITH WIZKID

Afrobeats singer, DAVIDO has admitted that a joint tour with colleague, WIZKID would sell out venues worldwide. DAVIDO, who made the statement during an appearance on a show while discussing the possibility of recording music and touring with his colleague, revealed he would also demand $500,000 for each show.. He, however, expressed uncertainty about whether a joint song with WIZKID would become a hit, citing the collaboration between D’BANJ and […]

todayNovember 1, 2026

Business

World’s Largest Crypto Heist: Binance Halts Withdrawals After Record $6.3 Billion Cyberattack

Binance has suspended withdrawals on multiple networks after hackers drained approximately $6.36 billion across nine blockchains. Read the full details on the largest crypto theft in history on Urban Radio. In what forensic blockchain investigators are calling the largest cyber theft in history, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has suspended all platform deposits and withdrawals following a massive breach that resulted in over $6.3 billion in stolen digital assets. […]

todayOctober 30, 2026

Football

Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Draw: Complete Fixtures & Fourth-Round Highlights

The 2026/27 Carabao Cup quarter-final draw has been completed. Liverpool face Bournemouth, holders Manchester City host Bradford, and giant-killers Fleetwood Town await Newcastle or Everton. The path to Wembley Stadium is taking shape following the completion of the Carabao Cup quarter-final draw on Wednesday night. Conducted live on Sky Sports by former professional players Conor Coady and Graeme Le Saux, the draw set up a mix of high-stakes Premier League […]

todayOctober 29, 2026

Business

Tech Evolution: Google Wallet and Google Pay Officially Launch in Nigeria

Google Wallet and Google Pay have officially launched in Nigeria, enabling Android and Wear OS users nationwide to make secure contactless tap-to-pay transactions and digital payments. In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s rapidly expanding financial technology ecosystem, Google Wallet—incorporating Google Pay—has officially launched nationwide, bringing advanced digital payment capabilities to millions of citizens. The rollout allows Nigerian users with Android smartphones and Wear OS smartwatch devices to access fast, seamless, […]

todayOctober 29, 2026

National

PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES 70,000 NAIRA MONTHLY TRANSPORT ALLOWANCE FOR PUBLIC SERVANT

President Bola Tinubu has approved a monthly transport allowance of 70,000 naira for public servants at all levels, following a meeting between the Federal Government and the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, as the union’s four-day ultimatum to shut down the economy over rising fuel prices and the minimum wage dispute ended yesterday, October 27. The agreement was reached during a meeting between the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, […]

todayOctober 28, 2026

National

INEC BEGINS PROBE INTO SUSPECTEDAI-GENERATED PHOTOS ON ONLINEVOTERS REGISTER.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has said it has commenced an investigation into suspicious photographs, suspected to have been generated by artificial intelligence, AI found in the preliminary register of voters published online. The Commission’s National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, explained that the online register, published on October 26, 2026, is the same preliminary register earlier displayed at registration areas nationwide […]

todayOctober 28, 2026

News

NIGERIAN GOSPEL SINGERS PAY TRIBUTE TO LATE COLLEAGUE, TOLUWANISINGS.

Nigerian Gospel singers, Yinka Alaseyori, Esther Igbekele, and other colleagues paid tribute to late gospel minister, Olayemi  Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, who died on October 14, 2026, after reportedly slumping in Ibadan. The Night of Tributes, held in Ibadan yesterday, was emotional, with artistes dressed in an all-white ensemble in line with the event’s dress code, taking turns on stage to honour their late colleague with songs and words […]

todayOctober 28, 2026

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