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Federal Government Declares Public Holidays for Good Friday and Easter Monday Celebrations" The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the declaration of Friday, March 29, and Monday, April 1, 2024, as public holidays in…
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Aliko Dangote, Tony Elumelu, Abdulsamad Rabiu, Doyi Salami, among others, were also named as appointees from the private sector. In a significant move to bolster the nation's economic governance frameworks and ensure robust and…
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Notorious Bandits' Leader, Dogo Gide, Killed in Confrontation with Nigerian Troops. Dogo Gide, a notorious bandits' leader operating in the North West region of Nigeria, has been confirmed dead after sustaining gunshot wounds…
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Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has denied allegations suggesting that he called for the resignation of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje. In a press statement issued on…
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The 17 military personnel who were killed in the Okuama community in Delta State on March 14 have been laid to rest.The corpses of the soldiers, which arrived at the National Military Cemetery in Abuja at about 2:26 pm on Wednesday, were…
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NLC Chairman Remanded in Prison Over Diversion of Palliatives. The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Yobe State, Comrade Muktar Tarbutu, has been remanded in prison on allegations of diverting palliatives…
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The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has refuted reports alleging a reduction in the prices of Premium Motor Spirit and Automotive Gas Oil. Olufemi Soneye, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, issued the…
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Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard recently revealed that he regretted not playing under former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho. The former England international believes Mourinho would have made him a better player if he had moved to Chelsea…
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Tinubu confers posthumous national honours on slain soldiers.  In a heartfelt gesture, the Federal Government has announced the provision of scholarships to the children of soldiers tragically killed during a…
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Bureau De Change Operators Dispel False Claims of Dollar Selling at N1,000" Contrary to rumors circulating on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Bureau De Change (BDC) operators have rejected claims suggesting that the…
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Police officers at the Area Command’s office in Potiskum, Yobe State, have been accused of assaulting a corrections officer, Abubakar Umar Mainta. The family of the victim said he had been admitted at a hospital in Potiskum. Dr.…
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APC Inaugurates Six Governors as Zonal Coordinators Nationwide The All Progressives Congress (APC) has initiated a strategic move by inaugurating six state governors as zonal coordinators across the country. The ceremony,…
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Several dignitaries have arrived at the location of the burial ceremony for the slain soldiers in Abuja.The dignitaries include Kano state Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Senator Sulaiman Kawu and the Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Lagbaja, Chief…
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Enyimba midfielder, Wisdom Obichere is optimistic the club can win a record 10th Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title this season. The Peoples Elephant currently occupy fourth position in the NPFL table, three points behind…
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Marketers Expect Cheap Fuel as Dangote Refinery Finally Moves to Sell Products  "Dangote Refinery is poised to commence supplying petroleum marketers, most likely starting next week. This development coincides with the Nigerian National…
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Senate Chief Whip, Ali Ndume has urged the federal and state governments to subsidise Hajj fees for first-timers. Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, stated this while reacting to the increase in Hajj fees by the…
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Spokesperson of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, who confirmed the incident said the suspects are currently in coma and receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital in Port Harcourt. The Rivers State Police Command has dismissed…
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Posted by Amarachi on Wed 27th Mar, 2024 - tori.ngThe church members were being led by their pastor as they used the mortar and pestle which they brought to the church premises to “pound” their enemies away.…
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Argentina Roar Back to Beat Costa Rica 3-1 in Friendly. In a thrilling encounter at the LA Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Argentina showcased their resilience as they staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Costa Rica 3-1 in…
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Tinuade Sanda Ousted as Eko DisCo’s Managing Director In a significant shake-up within the leadership of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), Tinuade Sanda has been ousted from her role as the managing director. The…
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