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In a distressing turn of events, hoodlums, suspected to be enforcing a sit-at-home directive, wreaked havoc in Ezzangbo community, the hometown of self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Biafran Government in exile, Simon Ekpa. On Monday,…
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Government and Labour Reach Agreement to Avert Nationwide Strike. In a crucial turn of events, the Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully negotiated an agreement with the leadership of organized labor, thereby averting a proposed…
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The Long-Awaited Chicago University Certificates Raise Questions The Chicago University certificates of Bola Tinubu, as obtained by Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP), and the one submitted by…
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Release of Bola Tinubu's Academic Records from Chicago State University Imminent Despite fresh Legal Battle. In a significant turn of events, all attempts by Bola Tinubu, a prominent Nigerian political figure, to prevent the…
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Nigeria Mourns the Loss of First Emeritus Professor, Umaru Shehu, at 97. MAIDUGURI, Nigeria - Nigeria is mourning the passing of Professor Emeritus Umaru Shehu, the first Emeritus Professor in the country, who breathed his last at the…
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LAGOS, Nigeria - In a heartfelt speech during Nigeria's 63rd Independence Anniversary, First Lady Remi Tinubu offered insight into the challenges facing her husband, President Bola Tinubu, as he works tirelessly to address the issues…
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President Bola Tinubu's legal team has firmly stated that any documents obtained by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, from the United States court will hold no significance in his appeal at the…
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Former Nigerian Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, Appears in UK Court Over £100,000 Bribe Allegation. LONDON, United Kingdom - Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, appeared before…
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Tribunal Declares David Umbugadu of PDP Winner of Nasarawa Governorship Election NASARAWA, Nigeria - In a landmark ruling, the governorship election tribunal sitting in Nasarawa has ousted Governor Abdullahi Sule of the All…
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Tribunal Rejects Labour Party's Petition in Rivers Governorship Election. ABUJA, Nigeria - In the ongoing Rivers State Governorship Election petition, the tribunal has dismissed the petition brought forward by the candidate of…
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Dr. Amos Dangut Appointed as New Head of WAEC's National Office. LAGOS, Nigeria - The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the appointment of Dr. Amos Dangut as its new Head of National Office (HNO),…
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Former Minister of Aviation Calls for President Tinubu's Resignation Amid Certificate Controversy In a bold statement, former Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has called for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to step down from his…
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LCCI Calls for Urgent Review of Nigerian Workers' Minimum Wage Amidst Economic Challenges. Lagos, Nigeria - The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has raised concerns over the current minimum wage for Nigerian workers, which…
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Labour Unions and Government Consider Resolution Amid PMS Subsidy Dispute. Abuja, Nigeria - Officials from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) are set to convene today to deliberate on the offers…
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Tragedy Strikes in Koko, Warri North: Petrol Tanker Explosion Claims Lives. Koko, Warri North Local Government Area, Delta State - A horrifying incident shook the community of Koko in the Warri North local government area of Delta State…
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BUA Cement Plc Announces Significant Price Reduction for Cement.  How much is Bua cement per bag? In a move set to benefit builders, contractors, and homeowners across Nigeria, BUA Cement Plc, one of the nation's leading cement…
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Ilebaye Emerges as Big Brother Naija All-Stars Champion. In a grand finale filled with suspense and excitement, Ilebaye Precious Odiniya, known simply as Ilebaye, has emerged as the winner of the Big Brother Naija All Stars, securing her…
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UNICAL Panel Finds Suspended Dean Guilty of Sexual Favour and Gross Misconduct. The probe panel set up by the University of Calabar to investigate allegations of sexual harassment of female students by the suspended Dean of the school’s…
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Mubarak Bala, Nigerian Atheist Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Blasphemous Facebook Posts. In a significant legal development, a Nigerian court has handed down a 24-year prison sentence to Mubarak Bala, an outspoken…
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Federal Government and Organised Labour Begin Urgent Negotiations to Avert Nationwide Strike. Abuja, Nigeria - The Federal Government and organised Labour have commenced a crucial negotiation meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.…
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