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Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Rescue Five Abductees in Daring Operations In a bold and successful operation, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has rescued five abducted individuals from the clutches of two…
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Lagos State PDP Chairman Released After Four Days in Kidnappers' Custody In a positive turn of events, Mr. Philip Aivoji, the kidnapped chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, has been confirmed released after…
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PDP Governors’ Forum Congratulates Rivers State Governor on 49th Birthday and Supreme Court Victory In a gesture of camaraderie and shared milestones, the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) extended warm birthday wishes…
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NDLEA Operatives Bust Drug Smuggling Syndicates, Apprehend Brazil Returnee and Ex-Beauty Queen In a significant operation, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully apprehended Udechukwu Ekene Theophilus, a Brazil…
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Abdullahi Ganduje Asserts Leadership Dominance Amid Speculations of Kwankwaso's APC Joining The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has reinforced his leadership stance within the…
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Federal Government Unveils Enhanced Passport Acquisition Template to Safeguard National Identity Abuja, Nigeria – In a strategic move to combat fraudulent acquisition and forgery of passports, the Federal Government of Nigeria has…
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Nigerian Newspaper Headlines today Sunday January 28, 2024.  Good morning! Here's a roundup of significant stories from Nigerian newspapers to kickstart your Sunday: Kidnapping of Policemen in Delta State: Three mobile…
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Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) Dispels Fake Recruitment Rumours  In a recent statement, the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has categorically denied engaging in any current recruitment activities across…
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Peter Obi Advocates Guinness World Record for President Tinubu's "Hardship Inducing" Reforms In a recent interview with Vanguard, former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has suggested…
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Tragedy at Araromi Ilogbo Secondary School: Student Allegedly Flogged to Death In a shocking incident at Araromi Ilogbo Secondary School in Oko Afo, Lagos, a 16-year-old student, David Babadipo, has reportedly lost his life after being…
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Rivers State Assembly Overrides Governor, Passes Four Bills into Law In a decisive move, the Rivers State House of Assembly has overridden Governor Siminalayi Fubara's refusal to assent to four crucial bills, passing them into law during…
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Lagos State Governor Unveils Plans for State-Owned Airline and New Airport In a groundbreaking announcement, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed the government's intention to establish a state-owned commercial airline.…
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U.S. Court Slaps Nigerian Blogger with $50,000 Fine for Defamation Against MFM  Pastor Olukoya  In a recent ruling, a Baltimore County Circuit Court in the United States has ordered a US-based Nigerian blogger, Funke Ashekun, to pay a…
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Deposed Emir Sanusi Supports CBN  Relocation Amid Political Backlash Former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has voiced his support for the Central Bank of Nigeria's decision to relocate some of its departments from Abuja to Lagos, amidst…
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President Tinubu Encourages Super Eagles for Stronger AFCON Performance President Bola Tinubu has conveyed a message to the Super Eagles, urging them to elevate their performance as they enter the final stages of the Africa Cup…
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Defence Headquarters Denies Baseless Accusations in Viral Video in Plateau killing, Affirms Commitment to Peacekeeping In response to a circulating video implicating security agencies in Wednesday's tragic events in Mangu LGA of Plateau…
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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Collaborates with Traditional Leaders to Bolster Security in Abuja In a proactive move to tackle the escalating security challenges in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister Nyesom Wike has rallied the…
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Federal Government's Bold Move: Five Power Plants Set for Sale to Boost National Power Infrastructure In a strategic move aimed at bolstering Nigeria's energy sector, the Federal Government, through the Bureau of Public Enterprises…
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Senator Ali Ndume Warns of Political Consequences if CBN Relocation Decision Stands In a recent statement, Senator Ali Ndume, Chief Whip of the Senate, has issued a stern warning about potential political repercussions should President…
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In an unequivocal message to the international community, the federal government of Nigeria, led by President Bola Tinubu, has emphasized its rejection of same-sex marriage. The Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the federation,…
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