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Popular singer, Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, better known as Skales, has claimed that he wrote a lot of hit songs for his colleague, Wizkid, during their days at Empire Mates Entertainment, EME. Appearing on ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’…
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The Naira gained N126.64 against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market in 48 hours. FMDQ data showed that between Thursday and Friday, the Naira appreciated to N1540.78 per dollar on Friday from N1667.42 on Wednesday. This…
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Nasarawa United Technical Director, Kabiru Dogo, has encouraged his players to focus on their matchday four encounter against Ikorodu City. Dogo said the players need to take positive from the defeat against El-Kanemi Warriors to bounce…
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The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the first phase of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project is set for completion by May 29, 2025. During an inter-ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, part of…
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 36 Pro-Biafra Activists Acquitted by Ebonyi State High Court After Over Four Years in Detention. An Ebonyi State High Court has discharged and acquitted 36 Pro-Biafra activists, who spent over four years in detention. The announcement…
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Abia Warriors head coach, Imama Amakpakabo, has expressed his fears ahead of his side’s clash with Kano Pillars. Imama pointed that the desperation of their opponent to make up for the home loss last weekend will make the game…
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Hassan Nasrallah, born in 1960, has been the leader of Hezbollah for over three decades. He is one of the most influential and well-known figures in the Middle East, despite being a shadowy figure who has not appeared in public for years…
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Iranian Aircraft Turned Away After Israeli Threat of "Force" Over Beirut Landing. An Iranian aircraft was prevented from entering Lebanese airspace after Israel warned Beirut's air traffic control that it would use "force" if the plane…
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IDF Airstrike Kills Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut. The Israeli military confirmed on Saturday that an airstrike in Beirut, the Lebanese capital, killed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, a militant group…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted nominees for the inaugural Governing Board of the North West Development Commission (NWDC) to the Senate for confirmation. This marks a significant step in the development of the region, following…
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The Nigerian government has said that it is working hard to reduce the cost of Transportation by 40 percent with the expansion and implementation of the Compressed Natural Gas Initiative amid the recent hike in the price of Premium Motor…
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FG Declares October 1st Public Holiday. The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, a public holiday to celebrate Nigeria's 64th Independence Day anniversary. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior,…
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Lebanon’s health ministry has said hospitals in Beirut’s southern suburbs will be evacuated. It urged hospitals in unaffected areas to stop admitting non-urgent cases. This was after the heavy Israeli strikes in the area. A…
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Controversial Nigerian musician, Portable has told the embattled crossdresser, Bobrisky to beg for forgiveness and reconsider his lifestyle. Portable stated this after Bobrisky revealed that he was contemplating suicide following N15…
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Formula One legend, Lewis Hamilton has revealed who he prefers between football icons, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Hamilton gave his opinion about the debate on football’s G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time). In a recent…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested former Taraba State governor, Darius Ishaku, over allegations of involvement in a N27 billion fraud. According to reports from Daily Trust, Ishaku was detained…
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Tinubu Appoints Seven Executive Directors. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed seven executive directors for the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), marking a significant leadership reshuffle at the state broadcaster. The…
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The Kano State government has dispelled alleged foreign debt liability, saying it is an attempt by some individuals to tarnish the ingenuity of the government to promote infrastructural growth. Besides, the government refuted the claims…
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The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has extended his condolences to Governor Umo Bassey Eno of Akwa-Ibom State over the passing of his wife, Patience Umo Eno. DAILY POST reports that the First Lady died on…
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Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has given injury updates ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash against Brighton. Maresca will welcome Romeo Lavia back into this squad, while captain Reece James remains out. “Romeo Lavia is…
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