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Rivers in Fresh Crisis as Court Stops Federal Allocation, Gives Reasons. In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court in Abuja has barred the federal government from releasing monthly allocations to Rivers State. Justice Joyce…
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Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu is optimistic his side will beat Ghana’s Black Satellites in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship. The defending champions will look to successfully defend their title…
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Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has welcomed former Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag to visit the Cityzens at Etihad in the coming days. Guardiola spoke ahead of Man City’s EFL Cup game against…
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Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini is hopeful Ademola Lookman will not leave the club in January. Lookman was tempted by a move away from the club in the summer following interest from Ligue 1 champions, Paris…
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House of Reps Member Alex Ikwechegh Apologizes for Assaulting Bolt Driver, Vows Accountability. Alex Ikwechegh, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has publicly apologized after a viral video surfaced showing him assaulting…
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The Managing Director of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority, Dr Deji Ashiru, has cautioned residents of Isheri in the Ifo Local Government Area to stop blaming the Oyan Dam for their plight, and rather…
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The administration of President Bola Tinubu has implemented yet another hike in petrol prices, with residents in Lagos now paying N1,025 per litre, while Abuja residents face N1,060 per litre. Read Also: Sanwo-Olu Sues EFCC Over Alleged…
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The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has fined Enyimba one million naira for misconduct capable of bringing the game into disrepute. Enyimba were also charged with breaching the NPFL Framework and Rules in the…
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The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has refuted circulating rumours claiming the death of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, describing them as “unfounded.” According to Disu Kamor, executive chairman of MPAC, the Sultan is…
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The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sued the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the alleged threat to arrest, detain and prosecute him after his tenure as governor. Sanwo Olu’s…
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Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes has named 2 coaches the club could go for after they announced the sacking of Erik ten Hag on Monday. DAILY POST reported that Ten Hag was sacked after recording just four wins in…
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The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, has called on President Bola Tinubu to review his policies and implement a governance framework that prioritizes the welfare of citizens. The National Chairman of the party,…
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Taiwo Awoniyi has boosted the Flying Eagles with N2.5 million ahead of their final clash with Ghana at the WAFU B U-20 Championship. Awoniyi followed the footstep of his Super Eagles teammate, Wilfred Ndidi, who donated…
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The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has taken decisive action against two of its members, Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello and Deacon Oke Mayowa, amid serious allegations of inappropriate conduct involving young individuals within the…
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Senate Delays Ministerial Screening, Cites Documentation Issues. The Nigerian Senate has announced a delay in the screening of seven ministerial nominees submitted by President Bola Tinubu. The postponement affects the appointments of…
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Asari Dokubo, a prominent Niger Delta chieftain and former President of Ijaw Youth Worldwide, has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu and Minister Nyesom Wike, cautioning that any attempt to unseat Rivers State Governor…
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Tinubu's Redeployed Chief Security Officer Defies Directive, Refuses to Vacate Aso Rock Villa. Adegboyega Fasasi, President Bola Tinubu's Chief Security Officer (CSO), has reportedly refused to vacate his position at the Aso…
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Mr Justine Shaku, the Chairman, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area in Benue, has said the continuous activities of criminal elements within the council left many schools, markets and primary health clinics closed for more…
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Veteran Nigerian actress, Ngozi Nwosu, has narrated how her state abandoned her during illness. Speaking in an interview with Nollywood on Radio, the Abia State born explained that she can never render any free services…
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Israel Bans UNRWA Operations Amid Rising Tensions with the United Nations Israel's parliament, the Knesset, passed legislation on Monday banning the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).…
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