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Tragedy Strikes as Correctional Services Vehicle Involving Inmates Causes Havoc in Ilorin Ilorin, the capital city of Kwara State, was thrown into pandemonium on Thursday when a vehicle belonging to the Nigerian Correctional Services,…
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In a move aimed at rejuvenating key parastatals and agencies under the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new Chief Executive Officers (CEOs). Read Also …
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Ondo PDP Calls for Governor Akeredolu's Impeachment, House of Assembly Responds The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has raised concerns over the prolonged absence of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, who has reportedly been out of…
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Tinubu Approves Commencement of Academic Activities in Six New Universities. In a recent development, President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the commencement of academic activities at six out of the 14 newly established…
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The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has made a significant ruling by setting aside the judgment of the National Assembly Election Petitions Tribunal in Yola, Adamawa State. The lower court had affirmed Mohammed Salihu as the duly nominated…
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The allegations of certificate forgery against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have caught the attention of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). A pro-democracy group, the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), has called on…
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Peter Obi Calls on President Bola Tinubu to Rebuild Trust Amid Certificate Forgery Allegations. Kano, Nigeria - Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has expressed his belief that President Bola Tinubu…
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President Tinubu Appoints New ICPC Chairman.  In a move aimed at furthering the fight against corruption and reforming key institutions, President Bola Tinubu has exercised his powers, as established in Section 3(6) of the Corrupt…
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Senator Elisha Abbo Alleges Political Conspiracy in His Removal; Orji Kalu and Others May Be Next. In a startling turn of events, Senator Elisha Abbo has come forward with allegations of a political conspiracy behind his recent…
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Court of Appeal Nullifies Senator Ishaku Abbo's Election. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has made a significant ruling, overturning the election of Senator Ishaku Abbo, the representative of Adamawa North Senatorial District in the National…
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Lagos - Nigeria's inflation rate surged to 26.72 percent in September, marking a 0.92 percent increase from the previous month's 25.80 percent, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report from the National Bureau of Statistics. The…
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Abuja - The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) head office in Abuja witnessed a shutdown today as workers vehemently rejected the recent appointment of Tola Odeyemi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Post Master General of NIPOST by…
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Nigeria - Five months into President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's tenure, Nigeria's economic woes are deepening, with experts expressing concern over the lack of viable solutions from the government. The nation's annual inflation rate has been on a…
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Abuja, Nigeria - The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has scored a significant victory in its ongoing war against transnational drug trafficking organizations. NDLEA operatives have apprehended two highly sought-after…
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A 40-year-old man in Adamawa State, Nigeria, has confessed to defiling a 12-year-old girl, but insists that the intercourse was consensual. Mohammed Umar, a father of 20 children, allegedly lured the girl to his shop with the promise of…
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Evangelist from Winners Chapel Lynched Amidst Accusations of Male Organ Theft. In a shocking turn of events, an unidentified member of the Living Faith Church, commonly known as Winners Chapel, met a tragic end on Friday at Adeyi Junction…
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Nigerian singer Samuel Oguachuba, popularly known as Samklef, has provided an update on the ongoing disagreement between him and fellow artist Davido. The dispute arose when Samklef shared a video clip of Davido and his wife, Chioma, with…
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South Africa Grants Ghanaian Passport Holders 90-Day Visa Exemption, Bolsters Diplomatic Ties. In a significant move aimed at enhancing diplomatic relations, South Africa has announced its decision to grant Ghanaian passport holders a…
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Bill to Make School Enrollment Mandatory for All Children Passes First Reading. In a significant move to boost primary and secondary education enrollment in Nigeria, a bill advocating fines and imprisonment for parents who fail to ensure…
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