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Industrial Action: Everything is being done to prevent ASUU strike – FG
The Ministry of Education has said it is working to prevent another strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities.…
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EFCC vs Bobrisky: VeryDarkMan to appear before Reps Monday over N15m bribe
Martins Vincent Otse aka VeryDarkMan will appear before the House of Representatives on Monday over the bribery allegations made against…
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Nigeria declares Tuesday public holiday for Independence Day celebration
Nigeria’s federal government has declared Tuesday, 1st of October 2024, as a public holiday to celebrate the nation’s 64th Independence…
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Lion mauls 35-year-old man to death in Ogun Zoo
A 35-year-old zoo worker at Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Babaji Daule, has been mauled to death by a lion.
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Five dead, others hospitalised after church ‘Love Feast’ in Oyo
No fewer than five people were confirmed dead, while several others are receiving treatment at the Infectious Disease Centre, Olodo,…
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VP Shettima returns to Nigeria after UNGA in New York
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, returned to Abuja after attending the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly…
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Court grants PIDOMNigeria bail
Bristol Issac Tamunobifiri, popularly known by his X name PIDOM Nigeria, has been granted bail, reports The Nation. The Nigeria…
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I’m confident I will win the case at the Tribunal – Ighodalo
Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, is confident of winning his case at the Edo State Election…
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Tinubu not responsible for subsidy removal – Dogara
Yakubu Dogara, a former House of Representatives Speaker, Yakubu Dogara, has said that President Bola Tinubu wasn’t the one that…
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Lagos – Ibadan expressway, second Niger bridge, others to be tolled by FG
Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works,has disclosed plans by the Federal Government to, upon completion of construction and renovation, toll…
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FG promises to hold culprits accountable in Bobrisky bribery case
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared that no one involved in the alleged bribery scandal surrounding crossdresser Idris Okuneye,…
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Defence HQ launches investigation into terrorism claims involving Matawalle
The Defence Headquarters has initiated an investigation into allegations of terrorism sponsorship involving the Minister of State for Defence, Bello…
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NLRC to take action against bookmakers who don’t pay dues
The National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) is committed to supporting the Association of Nigerian Bookmakers (ANB) but will enforce sanctions…
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Lawyers outline priorities for new Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun
On Thursday, September 26, several lawyers in Lagos shared their hopes and suggestions for the newly confirmed Chief Justice of…
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Harris to give first national solo interview as candidate
US Vice President Kamala Harris will sit Wednesday for her first major lone interview since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee.
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ECOWAS approves design for $15bn Lagos-Abidjan highway project
The project finance by the African development bank was approved during a meeting in Lagos State.
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FG proposes NIN, tax payment for foreigners
The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday proposed that an amendment to the National Identity Management Commission Act No. 23, 2007…
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FG raises corps members monthly allowance to N77,000
The Federal Government has approved the increase of corps members’ monthly allowance to N77,000 effective July 2024. According to a…
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ASUU threatens strike, gives FG 14-day ultimatum
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to resolve some lingering issues. ASUU…
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Banky W moves to the US with his family for new opportunities
Nigerian R&B singer Bankole Wellington, known as Banky W, has announced that he and his family have relocated to the…
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FG to implement new minimum wage, revise salary structure of lecturers, doctors, others
The Federal Government is set to implement the New Minimum Wage with effect from July 29, 2024. This development comes…
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Nigerians are suffering, urgent help needed – Orji Kalu to Tinubu
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatization, has expressed deep concerns about the hardships facing Nigerians…
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Nigeria strengthens ties with OACPS members at UNGA
During the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Nigerian government has emphasized its commitment to building stronger…
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Morocco 2025: Libya to host Super Eagles in Benina
Libya has opted to host Group D leaders Nigeria at the Martyrs of Benina Stadium, in their 2025 Africa Cup…
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FG approves national citizens value brigade in schools across the country
The Federal Government on Monday approved the creation of the National Citizens Value Brigade across primary and secondary schools nationwide.…
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VP Shettima departs for UNGA79 in New York
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, departed Abuja for New York, the United States, to attend the 79th Session of…
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#EdoDecides2024: I weep for Nigeria’s democracy – Fintiri
The governor of Adamawa state Ahmadu Fintiri has said Nigeria’s democracy experienced yet another attack in Edo over the weekend.
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Adamawa confirms 12 deaths from cholera outbreak
The Adamawa State government on Sunday confirmed the outbreak of cholera in the state, the disease outbreak has so far…
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Kaduna set to host Over 2000 athletes, officials for Armed Forces Games
The Kada city is set to host no fewer than 2000 athletes and officials for the Armed Forces Games, a…
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CAN celebrates Oluremi Tinubu on 64th birthday
The Christian Association of Nigeria has extended heartfelt wishes to the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of…
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#EdoDecides2024: INEC uploads 88% of polling unit results
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded over 88% of polling unit result sheets from Saturday's Edo State Governorship…
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#EdoDecides2024: INEC awaits local government results
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo State has yet to receive governorship election results from any of the…
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NNPC resumes talks on $29.8bn LNG projects after long delay
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has restarted discussions with investors to revive two major Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)…
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Nigerian rappers shine in 2024 BET Hip Hop awards nomination
Nigerian music sensation Odumodublvck has made history as the sole Nigerian nominee at the 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards, vying…
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Nigeria moves to tackle Sickle Cell disease amidst rising concerns
A groundbreaking study has exposed glaring gaps in Nigeria's management of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), prompting calls for a unified…
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Edo governorship election: Obaseki alleges APC’s rigging plans, bias in police
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has raised alarm over alleged plans by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to rig Saturday's…
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Nigeria streamlines regulatory environment to boost economic growth
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged regulatory agencies to eliminate overlaps and align with President Bola Tinubu's agenda for economic…
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Tinubu pledges robust financial system as Coca-Cola increases its investment with $1bn in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to creating a robust financial system and a business-friendly economy that will…
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Burial of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu set for November 1
The burial of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the late President General of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has been scheduled for November…
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IGP appoints Disu as FCT CP, redeploys two others
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has redeployed Police Commissioner Tunji Disu from the Rivers State Police Command to…
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