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An Anglican priest, Ven David Arinze Ajaefobi, identified as the Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St James’ Parish in Awkuzu, has reportedly been kidnapped. Sources informed Ejes Gist News that Ajaefobi was allegedly…
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A 21-year-old Mubarak Haladu has been arrested by the Nigerian Police Force in Gombe state for kidnapping, culpable homicide, shop breaking, and theft. The suspect allegedly abducted his seven-year-old nephew, Haruna Bello,…
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Real Madrid suffered a 4-0 humbling loss against Barcelona in front of their fans in this season’s first El Clasico on Saturday night. Los Blancos came into the game looking to close the gap at the top of the…
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Fifty-nine defaulters were on Saturday, arrested in various parts of Umuahia and brought to the Abia State Environmental Court for contravening Abia State government’s basic environmental laws. They were picked by…
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The Nigeria Police Force has distanced itself from the unauthorised use of its uniform and insignia by social media influencer, Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan. The police said it has launched a full…
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The Simon Ekpa-led Biafra Republic Government in-Exile has expressed anger over the killing of a popular Ogene musician, known as Igbo Jah, by a police officer attached to the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police…
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Naira Shows Mixed Performance: Depreciates to N1,730 in Parallel Market, Gains 3.03% in Official Market The Nigerian naira experienced a mixed performance on October 25, 2024, with a slight depreciation in the parallel market and a notable…
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A former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju-Kennedy Ohanenye, has said she is determined to “fight alongside” President Bola Tinubu to fix Nigeria. This comes despite Tinubu relieving her of her ministerial…
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Nigerians were exhilarated with the return of democracy in 1999, but 25 years on, the buccaneering nature of politicians, their penchant for poor service delivery, morbid hatred for probity, accountability, and credible/transparent…
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Enugu State Government has taken swift action regarding the disturbing case of Mrs. Ada Ogbogu, who allegedly assaulted her stepson with a pestle, causing serious harm. Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and…
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Amid the blockade imposed by the Department of State Services, DSS, the House of Representatives member from Ikwuano, Umuahia North and South Federal constituency, Obi Aguocha, has met with Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the…
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Unlock Job Opportunities: How to Apply for Delta State M.O.R.E Biz-Up Programme. Delta State’s M.O.R.E Business Upscale Programme, known as M.O.R.E BIZ-UP, is a powerful initiative launched by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to empower Small…
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ASABA – The Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau announced fresh job creation opportunities on Friday under the M.O.R.E Business Upscale Programme (M.O.R.E BIZ-UP) initiated by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. This initiative is part of…
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The proposed law sponsored by Aliyu Bappa Misau, a PDP lawmaker from Bauchi is targeted to expand the application of Islamic Law from personal matters to other civil issues including contract, company and international disputes. …
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ENUGU – Okezie Nwamba, a well-known Ogene musician from Ogui Nike, Enugu, was tragically killed on Thursday in what appears to be a controversial encounter with the Nigeria Police Force. Nwamba, who had been invited to perform…
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Popular Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, has slammed the convener of Bring Back Our Girls Movement, Aisha Yesufu, over her advocacy for women’s liberation. Kuti blasted the activist while recounting how he disagreed…
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Defence Minister Badaru Orders Troops: Capture Bello Turji Alive or Dead. In a significant escalation of efforts to combat insecurity in Northwestern Nigeria, Defense Minister Abubakar Badaru has issued a direct mandate for troops to…
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Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo hopes his side will end their barren run against Bendel Insurance this weekend. The Umuahia club are yet to record a win against Bendel Insurance in the Nigeria Premier Football…
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Victor Boniface has returned to training with Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen following last Sunday’s car accident. Boniface sustained minor injuries in the incident and missed training for a couple of days. The…
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The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected a plea from the Rivers State Government, led by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, to pause proceedings in an ongoing lawsuit challenging fund allocations to Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Rivers…
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