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Tensions are escalating in Kano State as protesters took to the streets on Saturday to voice their strong opposition to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) planned deployment of a standby military force in Niger.…
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Nigerian Embassy in Niger Republic Denies Viral Report of Embassy Burning In response to recent claims circulating on social media, the Nigerian embassy in the Niger Republic has vehemently denied reports of its embassy being…
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Taiwo Awoniyi: A Tale of Resilience and Triumph in Football Super Eagles' sensation, Taiwo Awoniyi, stands as a symbol of unwavering determination and potential in the realm of football, where aspirations are molded through hard work and…
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Nigerian Military Denounces Calls for Government Toppling as "Unpatriotic" Amidst Regional Political Turmoil. In the wake of the recent coup in Niger that ousted President Mohammed Bazoum, the Nigerian military has sternly…
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Nigerians Express Disapproval of ECOWAS Military Deployment Plan in Niger Republic In a strong show of disapproval, Nigerian citizens have rejected the plan put forth by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to deploy…
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Australia Triumphs Over France in Epic Penalty Shootout, Advances to Women’s World Cup Semis In a heart-pounding clash that will be etched in sporting history, Australia's Matildas triumphed over France in a gripping penalty shootout,…
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The Top 15 Arsenal Highest Paid Players in 2023 and their Salaries have been Revealed.  London's historic football club, Arsenal, renowned for its rich legacy, continues to command attention not just for its glorious past but for…
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Political Intrigue Surrounds Appointment of Nasir El-Rufai as Minister In a surprising turn of events, the confirmation of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai as a minister in the current administration has been suspended.…
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Lawmaker Urges Swift Security Deployment to Curb Killings in Katsina State. In a resolute call to action, Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmed, the lawmaker representing the Musawa/Matazu Federal Constituency in Katsina State, has appealed to President…
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The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God addresses accusations during August Holy Ghost convention. In a fervent response to recent accusations, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the esteemed General Overseer of the Redeemed…
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Top Nigerian Newspapers Headlines Today for Saturday, August 12, 2023. Good Morning! Catch Up on Today's Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers Good morning readers! Here's a roundup of Nigerian Newspapers Headlines and…
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A somber atmosphere enveloped the city of Zaria on Friday evening as tragedy struck the Zaria Central Mosque, claiming the lives of four individuals. The heart-wrenching incident unfolded during the Asr (evening) prayer at approximately…
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Namibia's upper house of parliament has passed a bill that seeks to ban same-sex marriages in the country, raising intense debates and conflicting emotions among the populace. This move follows a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of…
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IPOB Denounces Alleged Involvement of Simon Ekpa, Calls Out DSS The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern rebuke against the Department of State Services (DSS), accusing the agency of manipulating Biafra activist Simon…
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Protest Erupts on Makurdi-Lafia Highway After Murder of Five in Benue State Villages An alarming incident of murder in two villages within the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State has triggered a massive protest along the…
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Ondo State Election Tribunal Upholds Victory of Gboyega Adefarati in House of Representatives Election In a decisive ruling on Thursday, the Ondo State Election Petition Tribunal, situated in Akure, upheld the triumph of Mr. Gboyega…
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African Union Voices "Deep Concern" Over Conditions of Detained Niger President The African Union (AU) has voiced its "deep concern" regarding the reported deplorable conditions of detention faced by Niger's ousted President Mohamed…
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Anticipation Peaks as English Premier League Kicks Off Amidst Excitement The long-awaited moment has arrived for football enthusiasts around the globe, as the English Premier League (EPL) is set to kick off tonight, igniting a…
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A recent incident captured on camera involves a Nigerian soldier and a representative from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), engaged in a tense exchange that eventually turned physical. NYSC portal : Call-up letter…
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Joint Task Force Engages Boko Haram Terrorists in Fierce Firefight, Notorious Terrorist Surrenders In a significant development in the ongoing battle against insurgency, troops of the Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI…
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