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Tragedy Strikes as Correctional Services Vehicle Involving Inmates Causes Havoc

October 20, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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President Tinubu Makes 8 New Appointments (Full List)

October 19, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

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…

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PDP Calls for Governor Akeredolu’s Impeachment, House of Assembly Responds

October 19, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

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,…

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Tinubu Approves takeoff of Academic Activities in Six out of the 14 Universities Established during Buhari’s Tenure

October 19, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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Appeal Court Sacks PDP Rep Member For Certificate Forgery

October 18, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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Tinubu Dragged to ECOWAS over Alleged Certificate Forgery

October 18, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

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…

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Peter Obi Hits Tinubu Again Over Certificate Forgery Case, Makes Fresh Demand

October 18, 2023 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

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…

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Tinubu sacks ICPC chairman, Makes New Appoints 

October 17, 2023 Musa Jibril

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…

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Full list: Senator Orji Kalu, 4 Others Next To Be Sacked By Appeal Court

October 17, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

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…

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Breaking: Appeal Court Sacks APC Senator, Ishaku Abbo

October 16, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

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…

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Nigeria’s Economy Worsens Under Tinubu’s Watch as Inflation Rate Rises to 26.72%

October 16, 2023 Musa Jibril

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…

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NIPOST Head Office Shut Down as Workers Reject CEO Appointed by Tinubu

October 16, 2023 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

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…

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Nigeria is sinking under your watch, experts tell Tinubu

October 15, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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NDLEA Detains Two Wanted Drug Barons, Seizes $4.8M Counterfeit Currency

October 15, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

  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…

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Father of 20 children Defiles 12-Year-Old Girl, Claims Shocking (photo)

October 14, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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Winners Chapel Evangelist Lynched for Allagedly Stealing Male Organ

October 14, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

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,…

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Samklef Reveals Rift with Davido After Sharing twins’ Video

October 14, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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South Africa Grants Free Visa Passage to Ghanaian Passport Holders, Snubs Nigeria

October 14, 2023 Musa Jibril

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…

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Bill to Jail and Fine Parents for Not Sending Children to School Passes First Reading

October 14, 2023 Omajemite Don

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…

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