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A former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, has declared his support for the governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. Dokubo claimed that soldiers sent by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, were…
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No wonder the ALUU community still remains the same till today. Many have gone through this unchecked menace called jungle justice. On October 5, 2012, a barbaric incident happened in Aluu, a community in Obio-Akpor LGA of Rivers…
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Lobi Stars ended their barren run courtesy of a 1-0 win over Shooting Stars at the Lafia City Stadium on Saturday. Samuel Tiza’s 29th-minute strike separated both teams on the night. Lobi Stars have now amassed four points from five…
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In the early hours of Saturday, militants from the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, launched a deadly attack on Geidam town in Yobe State, killing one resident and causing widespread destruction, according to multiple sources.…
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Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the construction of 12 blocks of 900 smart classrooms in four schools in each zone across the state. The four benefiting schools are Abeokuta Grammar School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta; Ijebu-Ode…
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Gunmen have unleashed chaos in Rumuepirikom, the hometown of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, during the ongoing local government elections. The unidentified gunmen, armed with…
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In a shocking turn of events, ongoing local government elections in Rivers State have been marred by reports of police officers allegedly snatching ballot boxes. A viral video obtained by Ejes Gist News captures the tense moments as law…
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced significant changes to the Value Added Tax (VAT) policy concerning various energy products, aiming to reduce living costs and promote cleaner energy sources. Finance Minister Wale Edun…
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Hamas Commander and Family Killed in Israeli Airstrike in Lebanon The airstrike partially demolished their home and killed Hamas commander Saeed Attallah Ali, his wife, and two daughters early Saturday morning in the Beddawi…
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Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan has warned security agencies in Rivers State against any move that could lead to a breakdown of law and order in the state. The former President gave the warning in a statement on Saturday…
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Bendel Insurance have expressed their desire to consolidate on their first win of the campaign when they take on El-Kanemi Warriors in a matchday five fixture on Saturday. The Benin Arsenals secured a 1-0 win over Shooting Stars in the…
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At last President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has succumbed to pressure by conferring the nation’s second highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, GCON, on the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen…
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The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has presented cheques worth N48,681,738.48k to 22 families of deceased officers who died in active-service, as well as those who got injured through accident while carrying out…
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Rivers Gov Fubara Slams Police IG Egbetokun, Insists on Local Government Elections Without Police Security Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sharply criticized Nigeria's Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, amid the…
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The eleven Electricity Distribution Companies in Nigeria have lost N28.97 billion to unpaid electricity due to customers in July 2024. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission disclosed this on Thursday in its Commercial Performance…
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Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the revered General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has publicly issued an apology to his congregation for his previous teachings on tithing. His earlier stance, which claimed that individuals…
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Religious leaders in Ondo State has appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ensure that a hitch-free election is conducted during the oncoming November 16 governorship election in the state. According to the…
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Galatasaray manager, Okan Buruk has lamented Victor Osimhen’s absence in the club’s UEFA Europa League clash against Rigas FS. The Yellow and Reds surrendered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 against their Latvian opponent. Osimhen…
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Stay ahead of the curve with the latest Nigerian business news! As of Friday, October 4, 2024, the business landscape in Nigeria is abuzz with exciting developments, groundbreaking announcements, and significant milestones. From major…
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Evicted Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Kassia Sule, has revealed that her husband, Kellyrae asked her out for two years. She disclosed this in a recent interview with media personality, Hero Daniels. She…
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