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Innovative Promotions: Civil Service Commission Rolls Out Computer-Based Testing Initiative The Federal Civil Service Commission is poised to revolutionize its promotional examination process by implementing computer-based tests, as part…
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Delta Killings:Governor Oborevwori Vows Justice for Slain Military Officers Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State issued a stern warning to kingdoms and traditional rulers in the state, cautioning them against harboring or…
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Man bags life jail for defiling 11-year-old thrice Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Wednesday convicted and sentenced a man, Ojo Oladeji, to life imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old…
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Access Bank Set to Expand Presence in Kenya Through Acquisition Deal Access Bank has revealed plans to acquire the National Bank of Kenya from the KCB Group. This marks its second acquisition of a Kenyan bank in under five years after a…
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The presidency reacted on Tuesday after the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) released the details of sixteen officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army who were recently killed in Delta State. The army personnel, including a Lieutenant…
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A Nation Remembers: Army Mourns Slain Soldiers with Half-Mast Tribute The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) initiated a three-day national mourning period on Monday to honour the 17 slain soldiers who were tragically killed by irate youths…
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Peter Obi Raises Alarm Over Soaring Hunger Risks in Nigeria The Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has continued to express his concerns amidst the escalating hardship caused by the continuous…
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Onitsha Tragedy Unfolds: Five-Storey Building Collapse Sparks Rescue Efforts In the wake of a tragic incident, it has been reported that an unspecified number of individuals may be trapped following the collapse of a…
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CSOs Takes to the Streets as Economic Woes Deepen in Edo State The mass protest unfolding on the streets of Benin City, Edo State, organized by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to address the economic hardships in Nigeria, is gaining…
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is presently conducting its Extraordinary Summit at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. As the Chair of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State, President Tinubu is leading…
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Hanging Verdict: Ondo Pastor and Accomplices Pay the Ultimate Price An Ondo State High Court in Akure, the state capital, has handed down death sentences to six individuals, including a pastor, Adewale Adelu, and five others—namely…
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President Tinubu Takes Strong Stance Against Food Importation Amid Rising Insecurity and Hardship President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a decisive move, declared his opposition to food importation and the establishment of a price control board…
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Protest Over High Cost of Living: Niger Police Arrest 25, Including Women Leader Aisha Jibrin. In response to a mass protest against the high cost of living, the Niger State Police Command has arrested 25 individuals, including…
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Federal High Court Nullifies N800bn Rivers State 2024 Budget Signed by Rivers State Governor Simi Fubara In a significant legal development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has declared the N800bn 2024 budget signed into law by…
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President Bola Tinubu's administration is set to kick off a significant initiative this January, with the commencement of the long-awaited student loan scheme in Nigeria. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Education,…
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President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic explosion that shook Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Tuesday night. The incident claimed the lives of two individuals, left 80 others wounded, and caused…
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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo Olu, has called upon the residents of Lagos to unite in prayer, support, and remembrance for the families of the Armed Forces and fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for the peace and security…
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Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, led a heartfelt mass of thanksgiving at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Awka on Sunday, January 14, to honor and remember the sacrifices of Nigeria's fallen heroes. The occasion was part of the…
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The Dangote  Refinery has officially begun the production of diesel and aviation fuel, marking a crucial milestone for Nigeria's energy sector. Anthony Chiejina, Chief Branding and Communications Officer of Dangote Group, confirmed the…
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Today, the Supreme Court is a fortress as security personnel lock down major routes, anticipating the pivotal decisions on the fate of eight governors. The governors facing electoral challenges include Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Abba Yusuf…
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