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EFCC vs Yahaya Bello: Former governor summoned by Abuja court over alleged N110bn fraud
Justice Maryanne Anenih of a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Maitama, Abuja, on Thursday, summoned the…
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U-Turn: “I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe” – Pastor Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who…
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Rivers LG election: Sim Fubara storms RSIEC office over Police attempt to take over premises
The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara said he stormed the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) at 1 AM on…
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Police will enforce court orders on LG election — Rivers Police spokesperson
The Rivers State Police Command has said it will enforce court orders as regarding the local government elections billed to…
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2024/25 NPFL: Ahmed Musa, Sheu Abdullahi rejoin Kano Pillars
Nigeria internationals Ahmed Musa and Sheu Abdullahi have rejoined Kano Pillars on short-term contracts for the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football…
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Alleged ₦110bn fraud: Court issues public summons against Yahaya Bello
Justice Maryanne Anenih of a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory has issued a public summons against the immediate…
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British High Commissioner celebrates Nigerian Flying Officer, David Sangokoya
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has celebrated the first African Cadet to win the International Cadet Sword…
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Lagos to ban single-use plastics, sachet water from January 2025
The Lagos State Government on Thursday announced its plans to ban the circulation of single-use plastics, and sachet water, among…
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Basketmouth slams government over economic hardship
Renowned Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth, has expressed his frustration with Nigeria's economic state and leadership, citing rising inflation and the naira's…
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Timi Dakolo celebrates wife Busola’s 40th birthday with heartfelt song and tribute
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has penned a touching tribute and song for his wife, Busola, as she marks her 40th…
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Senate revives South-South development commission bill
The Nigerian Senate has reopened debate on establishing the South-South Development Commission, a bill initially suspended in July due to…
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Former CBN Governor Emefiele accused of bypassing procedures in naira redesign
Folashodun Shonubi, former Acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), testified yesterday that Godwin Emefiele, ex-CBN Governor, bypassed…
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Super Falcons forward Macleans completes transfer to Saudi club Al-Shabab
Super Falcons forward Chinonyerem Macleans has finalized her move to Saudi club Al-Shabab, marking a new chapter in her career.
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“Nigeria will turn around when people of character get into power “ – Pat Utomi
Professor Pat Utomi says putting people of character in positions of authority will turn around Nigeria’s fortunes for the better.…
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Court says VIO cannot take cars or fine drivers
On Wednesday, October 2, the Federal High Court in Abuja made an important decision. The court said that the Vehicle…
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Court Adjourns Ruling On Kano Mini Palace Renovation Dispute
The Kano State High Court has adjourned ruling on a substantive application seeking to prevent the 15th Emir of Kano,…
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Fight Against Corruption: ICPC Recovers Over ₦13bn Diverted Funds In September
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Adamu Aliyu, has announced that over ₦13 billion…
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150 feared lost in Niger boat accident, 9 bodies found
A sad event happened in Niger State when a boat carrying 300 people tipped over, with 150 people believed to…
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Petrol imports dropped by 3.58bn litres in one year, says NBS
Importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol dropped by 3.5 billion litres in the last year, data…
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Edo PDP supporters stage protest at INEC office, demand reversal of results
Some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State on Wednesday staged a protest at the office of…
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House of Reps allege discrimination, demand GCON honour for Speaker Abbas like Akpabio
Following the conferment of national honours on the leadership of the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu, the House of…
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President Tinubu off to UK for two-week annual leave
President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday depart Abuja for the United Kingdom to begin a two-week vacation. The vacation is…
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NAF denies killing 23 civilians in Kaduna airstrike, calls allegations false
The Nigerian Air Force has denied reports that 23 people were killed in Jika da Kolo Community, Giwa Local Government…
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‘I didn’t steal as governor, I’m ready to swear with Quran’ – Nasir El-Rufai
Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has insisted that he did not embezzle public funds while in office, saying…
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Atiku Abubakar warns of imminent one-Party dictatorship in Nigeria
Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice-President of Nigeria, has expressed grave concerns about the state of democracy in the country, stating…
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Nigeria@64: Protesters gather in Lagos, Abuja over high cost of living
As Nigeria celebrates 64 years of independence from British colonial rule on Tuesday, thousands of citizens gathered in the nation’s…
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Nigeria@64: Over 300 Boko Haram, Bandits commanders eliminated within one year — Tinubu
As a progress report on the fight against insecurity in the country, President Bola Tinu has said his administration eliminated…
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Nigeria @64: Thugs take over protest grounds in Port Harcourt
Thugs on Tuesday took over the protest ground used during the August #EndBadGovernance protest at the Port Harcourt Pleasure Park…
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Rivers 5 LG elections : Elections must hold, Fubara insists
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has insisted that the forthcoming Local Government Election scheduled for 5th October will be held.…
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EFCC defends legality of dropped money laundering charges against Bobrisky
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday told a Joint Committee of the House of Representatives investigating allegations…
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Nigeria @64: Nigeria needs rescue from further decay – Peter Obi
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has urged leaders and citizens alike…
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Pres. Tinubu orders integrity tests of all Dams across the country
President Bola Tinubu during his 64th Independence anniversary speech on Tuesday said he has ordered that integrity tests be carried…
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FULL TEXT: President Tinubu’s 64th Independence Anniversary Speech
On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary celebration, saying his reforms are yielding results.…
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Imo government denies rumors of IDP camp
On Monday, September 30, the Imo State government clarified that there is no Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp established in…
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We are ready to meet Israel if they invade Lebanon – Hezbollah
Hezbollah’s deputy chief has pledged that the Lebanese armed group is ready to meet an Israeli ground offensive, despite the…
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Over 80m Nigerians now enjoy 20-hour electricity supply daily – Adelabu
The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on Sunday, said that the number of Nigerians that currently have access to…
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‘No going back’, October 1 protest organisers insist
Organisers of the October 1 protest against hardship in the country have insisted they would proceed with the ‘showdown’ despite…
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President Tinubu swears in Kekere-Ekun as substantive CJN
President, Bola Tinubu has sworn in Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).
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World Bank approves fresh $1.57bn support fund for Nigeria
The World Bank has approved three operations for a total of $1.57bn to support the Federal Government in strengthening human…
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Guinness World Record: Nigerian lecturer sets new record in longest marathon lecture
A lecturer at Foreign Links College of Health Sciences, Moro, Osun State, Dr Nsikak Akpan, on Sunday, set a new…
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