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Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria threat
By Golok Nanmwa, Jos The Plateau State Government has directed the temporary closure of all public and private primary and…
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MKO Abiola documentary to hit Nigerian cinemas in October
A new documentary chronicling the life of Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola and the events surrounding the annulment of the June…
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US envoys land in Moscow, as Russian bombs Ukraine airports
US President Donald Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner landed in Moscow on Saturday, Russian agencies said, on a…
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JAMB releases underage UTME results, clarifies admission conditions
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results of underage candidates…
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Tested Before Elected: Why Ogbomoso Should Send Dr. Kunle Adegbite to the House of…
Every election season, Ogbomoso is flooded with promises. Posters go up, jingles play, and candidates who were nowhere to be…
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‘Say what I’ve done wrong’ – Obi challenges Nigerians
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has challenged Nigerians to scrutinise his background and publicly identify…
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World Igbo Congress warns politicians against threatening Igbos over Obi
The World Igbo Congress (WIC) has warned politicians and their supporters against threatening or intimidating Igbo people because of their…
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Masked anti-migrant protesters shut down UK’s Dover port
Dozens of masked people reportedly protesting Channel migrant crossings blocked access to the Port of Dover in southern England on…
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Mbah working, Enugu changing!
By Kenneth Ofoma Enugu State is rich in historical, political and geographical landmarks. But beyond its identity as Nigeria’s Coal…
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Nigerians don’t hate taxes, they want results — Amaeshi
By Chioma Obinna Nigerians do not necessarily hate paying taxes but want assurance that their contributions will be properly utilised,…
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Fuel can sell for N605/litre, subsidy is ‘Accounting Magic’ — Olawepo-Hashim
Accord Party presidential aspirant, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has challenged the Federal Government’s justification for the high price of petrol, saying the…
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Nigeria’s reserves hit $54bn, highest in 18 years
Nigeria’s external reserves have risen to $54.08 billion, reaching their highest level in nearly 18 years and moving further above…
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Subsidy pain must yield gains for Nigerians — PENGASSAN
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has said debates over the removal of fuel subsidy…
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US shoots down over 300 cartel drones along Mexico border
The United States military has shot down more than 300 drones operated by drug cartels along its border with Mexico…
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Three killed, 10 injured in multiple crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Three persons were killed while 10 others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a multiple road…
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2027: Yobe APC chairman sparks controversy, asks women to divorce anti-APC husbands
By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Yobe State, Mohammed Gadaka, has stirred controversy…
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Okpebholo inaugurates 18 council chairmen, urges them to serve the people
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY — Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has charged the newly inaugurated chairmen of the 18…
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Naira appreciates to N1,395/$ in parallel market
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The naira appreciated to N1,395 per dollar in the parallel market yesterday from N1,405 on Thursday, strengthening…
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Atiku decries Nigerians selling kidneys amid economic hardship
By Ayobami Okerinde Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over reports that some young Nigerians are selling their…
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Video: ‘I won’t answer questions from you’ – Wike’s aide clashes with Rufai Oseni
Lere Olayinka, a spokesperson for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday declined to respond to…
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Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,287, with 5,083 missing
Devastating floods on the China-Nepal border have killed at least 1,287 people in Nepal, the disaster authority said Friday, with…
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Nigerian newspapers review: GDP growth data masking deep industrial, security crises – MAN
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) warning…
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Ukraine’s Zelensky slams his security services for ‘unacceptable’ shootout
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed his security services after a shootout between rival agencies in Kyiv this week, saying…
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2027: Tinubu will ‘eat Obi like biscuits’ if he runs alone — Okonkwo
The spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign, Kenneth Okonkwo, has said an opposition coalition is the only way to…
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Police rescue two abandoned babies in Abuja
By Kingsley Omonobi The police in Abuja have rescued two abandoned babies in separate incidents recorded in Kurudu and Gwagwalada…
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2027: ‘He’s injured Atiku, Obi too much’ — Lere Olayinka defends Wike’s ‘payback’ fear
By Bayo Wahab Lere Olayinka, a media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has…
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OPay: Committed to Nigeria, Advancing Inclusive Finance Through Technology
Leading Nigerian fintech, OPay, has dismissed viral claims of an impending shutdown and reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria’s digital…
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Trump’s White House releases deportation video games
US President Donald Trump’s White House on Thursday unveiled a website featuring classic arcade games — but with a “MAGA”…
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20m children sexually exploited online, says UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says 20 million children aged 12 to 17 across 21 countries experienced technology-facilitated sexual…
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Police confiscate fake €8,900 in Ibadan, arrest 6
The Police Command in Oyo has arrested six suspected fake currency dealers and recovered 89 pieces of counterfeit 100 euro…
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5 killed as multiple vehicles crash on Enugu-Onitsha Expressway
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the deaths of five persons in a multiple accident at the Ugwuonyeama…
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Govs shouldn’t give motorcycles as palliatives, terrorists use them – Defence Minister
Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.), has urged state governors and lawmakers to stop distributing motorcycles as palliatives, warning…
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Iran war is not a war, says US VP Vance
US Vice President JD Vance said Thursday he would not categorize the Iran war as a war, despite continuing clashes with…
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3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON
The qualification race for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is officially underway, with 21 spots remaining to complete…
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NECO exam questions sold for N3,000 before papers – Alausa
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has revealed that National Examinations Council (NECO) examination questions were allegedly sold for N3,000…
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ICPC sacks security officer over unauthorised access granted El-Rufai’s wife
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has dismissed a security officer accused of helping Aichatou Assabe…
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Adamawa 2027: APC gov candidate not good politician, nobody knows him — Senator Abbo
Sekinat Osundiji Senator Elisha Ishaku Abbo, the 2027 Labour Party governorship candidate in Adamawa State, has described the governorship candidate…
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How to apply: Nigerian Air Force begins recruitment exercise
The Nigerian Air Force has announced the commencement of its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 47/2026 recruitment exercise for suitably…
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Bosnia captain Dzeko to retire from international football
Veteran Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko announced on Thursday that he would retire from international duty after October’s Nations…
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Queiroz reverses resignation to stay as Ghana coach
Carlos Queiroz will continue as head coach of the Ghana national team despite initially stepping down following their World Cup…
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Argentina to pause all games in 10th minute to honour Messi
The Argentine Football Association has announced plans to honour Lionel Messi this weekend by pausing domestic matches in the 10th…
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Real Madrid open disciplinary proceedings against Asencio
Real Madrid have opened disciplinary proceedings against defender Raul Asencio, who was last month convicted of drink-driving, coach Jose Mourinho…
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Disney star Carla Jeffery dies at 33
Carla Jeffery, the actress known for playing Bree in Disney’s popular Zombies film franchise, has died at the age of…
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Davido hits back at Erigga over ‘family money’ tweet
Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has responded to rapper Erigga after the latter praised musicians who…
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Troops rescue six kidnapped victims in Kebbi
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued six kidnapped victims following credible intelligence on suspected…
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Plateau govt rallies support for BBNaija housemate Sheba
By Golok Nanmwa Plateau State Government has thrown its weight behind Big Brother Naija (BBN) housemate, Sheba Faith Gamde, with…
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Congo reopens Ebola-hit schools, drops remote learning
Schools have reopened in Ebola-hit areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), after authorities abandoned plans for remote learning…
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McTominay says he is fine after minor heart issue requires surgery
Scotland international Scott McTominay said he was feeling fine a day after his club Napoli revealed that he needed surgery…
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Kane brace helps Bayern win German Cup opener
A Harry Kane double helped holders Bayern Munich come from a goal down to win 4-1 in their German Cup…
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2027: INEC awaits full budget release to replace damaged BVAS
By Omeiza Ajayi Few months to the 2027 general election, the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC on Wednesday said it…
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We were offered $3m to stop campaign against Tinubu — Atiku-linked US lobbying firm
By Efe Onodjae A United States-based policy advisory and lobbying firm linked to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged…
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UK opens 100 new spots for aspiring criminal lawyers
The UK government has launched a £1.5 million-a-year scheme to help train up to 100 new criminal barristers every year.…
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US Open: Medvedev, Pegula advance as rain disrupts schedule
By Adegboyega Adeleye Daniil Medvedev and Jessica Pegula advanced to the third round of the US Open on Wednesday as…
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Mutfwang approves fresh appointments, names 14 liaison officers
By Golok Nanmwa Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has approved the appointment of a Chairman, members of commissions, a Senior…
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18-yr-old arrested over alleged plot to kidnap Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was among 26 wealthy individuals allegedly targeted in a kidnapping plot uncovered by French authorities.…
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Fury brands Joshua ‘coward’ as blockbuster fight talks stall
By Adegboyega Adeleye Tyson Fury has branded Anthony Joshua a “coward” and accused his fellow British heavyweight of “conning everybody”…
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Trump says he’s glad Prince Harry, Meghan left US, wouldn’t take them back
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was glad Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had left the United States — though…
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UEFA introduces debut patches for first-time UCL players
Players making their first appearances in the UEFA Champions League will receive special “debut patches” on their jerseys during the…
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Full list of African countries where cars are made
By Hannah Ogunlabi Africa’s automotive industry is often associated with the assembly of cars belonging to international brands, but several…
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Messi departure leaves Argentina facing rebuild after golden era
Argentina face a testing transition period as they attempt to move on from Lionel Messi’s international retirement, with question marks…