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53-Year-Old Woman Jailed for Dumping Refuse in Lagos Drain During Rain

September 13, 2026 Omajemite Don

LAGOS, Nigeria — A 53-year-old woman identified as Nelly Monday has been sentenced to one month in prison for dumping refuse into a public drainage channel during heavy rainfall in…

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Tears: 30 killed in Kaduna attack including five siblings from same family

July 28, 2026 Omajemite Don

Gunmen killed 30 people, including five siblings from the same family, when they invaded the Naridon community in Kamaru Chawai Ward of Kauru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, on Monday.…

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JUST IN: Another Strong Opponent Emerges Against Tinubu for 2027

June 6, 2026 Musa Jibril

President Bola Tinubu’s dream of a second term in 2027 has hit yet another brick wall. Just when the opposition camp seemed divided, a new strong contender has stepped onto…

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Presidency Dismisses Ibadan Declaration, Says Opposition ‘Standing on Sinking Ground’

April 27, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

The Presidency has criticised the recent Ibadan declaration by opposition political actors, describing their coalition efforts as weak and lacking substance ahead of the 2027 general election.   Sunday Dare,…

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“Only Tinubu Own Dey”: Outrage as ‘Renewed Hope’ Branding Spotted Inside INEC Office in Rivers [VIDEO]

April 16, 2026 Musa Jibril

Public concern intensified after a vehicle bearing “Renewed Hope” campaign branding—widely associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—was reportedly seen within the premises of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office…

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FULL LIST: Seven Ministers Sacked, Resigned Under Tinubu As More Step Down Ahead of 2027

March 31, 2026 Omajemite Don

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration enters its third year, the winds of change continue to sweep through the Federal Executive Council. Since assuming office in 2023, the President has…

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Police Nab General Overseer for Impregnating Teenager Brought to Him for Deliverance

March 28, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

Nnewi, Anambra — A chilling tale of betrayal has unfolded in the commercial town of Nnewi, Anambra State, where a self-acclaimed man of God has been arrested for allegedly defiling…

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BREAKING: 12 House of Representatives Members Defect in Major Political Realignment, Six Join ADC

March 12, 2026 Omajemite Don

ABUJA, NIGERIA – Twelve members of the House of Representatives (Nigeria) announced their defection from their respective political parties during plenary, marking a significant political shift within the National Assembly.…

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What The U.S. Military Presence In Nigeria Really Means For Security

March 2, 2026 Media Partner

The question of U.S. military presence in Nigeria continues to generate debate across diplomatic, security and policy circles. Discussions often focus on whether such cooperation strengthens national security or risks…

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Amend The Constitution Now: Tinubu Issues Urgent Order to Senators Over State Police

February 26, 2026 Omajemite Don

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the Nigerian Senate to take immediate steps toward amending the constitution to allow for the creation of state police, describing the move as essential…

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NDLEA Arrests Businesswoman With Tramadol Concealed in Fake Pregnancy

February 23, 2026 Omajemite Don

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a 35-year-old Kano-based businesswoman, Rabi Muhammad, for allegedly attempting to smuggle thousands of tramadol capsules concealed in a fabricated…

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Court Sentences Living Faith Pastor to Death by Hanging for Murder of Landlord

February 21, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

A High Court sitting in Uyo, the capital of Uyo, has sentenced 29-year-old Living Faith resident pastor, Prince Emmanuel Umoh, to death by hanging for the murder of his landlord,…

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Seven Arrested in Delta Over International Online Scam

February 6, 2026 Media Partner

Seven Suspects Arrested As Nigerian Police and UK NCA Bust International Financial Scam Centre in Delta The Nigeria Police Force has dismantled an international online investment fraud syndicate operating out…

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Horrific Scene as Islamic Terrorists Killed 70 People, Vandalize 35 Churches

February 5, 2026 Omajemite Don

Armed attackers suspected to be Islamic terrorists launched a deadly assault on communities in Chanchanji Council Ward of Takum Local Government Area, Taraba State, leaving at least 70 people dead…

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Major Setback for Pro-Wike Lawmakers as Court Adjourns Fubara Impeachment Suit Indefinitely

January 23, 2026 Omajemite Don

The Oyigbo Division of the Rivers State High Court has adjourned indefinitely the suit filed by Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Nma-Odu, challenging impeachment proceedings initiated against…

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Nigeria Police Backtrack, Confirm Abduction of 172 Christians in Kaduna

January 21, 2026 Omajemite Don

The Nigeria Police Force has formally confirmed the abduction of 172 Christians by Islamic terrorists in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following days of public…

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BREAKING: Lawyers Write INEC, Begin Recall Process Against Rivers Assembly Members Over Impeachment Move

January 19, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

A coalition of lawyers under the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), initiating a recall process against the…

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Bandits Attack Two Churches in Kaduna, Abduct Over 170 Worshippers

January 19, 2026 Okolosi Gloria

Kaduna State has witnessed a violent assault on places of worship as Islamist militants targeted two churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area. Ejes Gist News reports that…

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BREAKING: Wike-Loyal Rivers Lawmakers Withdraw Impeachment Notice Against Fubara, Call for Peace

January 12, 2026 Okolosi Gloria

Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have reportedly withdrawn the impeachment notice earlier issued against Governor Siminalayi…

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Political Tension Rises in Kogi as Three Prominent APC Leaders Die Same Day

January 12, 2026 Omajemite Don

Kogi State was plunged into mourning on Monday following the deaths of three prominent chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), a development that has unsettled the political atmosphere…

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