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Benin Is Home of Culture — Oba Ewuare II Warns Against Imposing Foreign Titles

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has cautioned Mrs. Folashade Ojo-Tinubu, daughter of President Bola Tinubu, against identifying herself as Iyaloja-General within the Benin Kingdom, emphasizing that the title is foreign... Read more »
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Tinubu Renames National Theatre After Wole Soyinka at 65th Independence Anniversary

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that renaming the renovated National Theatre after Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka was a fitting way to honour the legacy of a man of many parts,... Read more »
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Pastor Odumeje Blasts Nigerian Leaders, Says Tinubu Is Not a President but a Businessman

Controversial clergyman, Pastor Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, has launched a scathing attack on Nigerian leaders, declaring that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not a true leader but merely a businessman.... Read more »
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DSS DG Orders Release of Wrongfully Arrested Abuja Businesswoman, Awards N20m Compensation

The Director General, Department of State Services (DSS) Mr Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, has ordered the release ofan Abuja-based businesswoman, Mrs. Chineze Ozoadibe, who was wrongfully arrested on the suspicion of her alleged... Read more »
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PENGASSAN Suspends Nationwide Strike

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has suspended its nationwide strike that began on Monday, September 27, over its disagreement with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical. PENGASSAN President,... Read more »
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EFCC Arrests 92 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Benin-City

Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 92 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State. They were arrested in a sting operation on Monday,... Read more »
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Dogara, Saraki, Others Unite Against Insecurity in Northern Nigeria

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has stressed the need to treat insecurity and poverty in Northern Nigeria as national emergency. Dogara and other speakers made the appeal during... Read more »
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APC Has Crippled Nigeria, But A Great Nation Is Still Possible — Peter Obi

Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians not to lose hope in the country despite worsening economic and security conditions under the present administration.... Read more »
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President Tinubu Commiserates With Victims of Ibaji Boat Mishap

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu condoles with the government and people of Kogi State on the sad incident of a boat accident at Ibaji Local Government, which occurred on Tuesday, leading to loss... Read more »
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Troops Kill Bandit in Benue, Stray Bullet Claims Student’s Life During Gunfight

A suspected bandit was neutralised by troops of Operation Whirl Stroke during a gun battle in Jato-Aka, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue, on Tuesday, but stray bullets mistakenly hit three students,... Read more »
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Arise News Anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu Died After Panicking and Jumping From The Third-Floor – FCT Commisioner of Police

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the tragic death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu (Sommie), News Anchor, Reporter, and Producer with ARISE News Channel, following an armed robbery incident at... Read more »
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Police Service Commission Introduces Whistle-Blower Channels for Transparent Recruitment

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has introduced a whistle-blowing policy to curb malpractices in Nigeria Police recruitment, ensuring transparency, fairness, and merit. The PSC stressed that the move aligns with President Bola... Read more »
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Nigeria at 65: Powell Homes and Shelters MD Praises Governor Mbah, Calls for Safe Housing

Leaders all over the nation have been urged to use the opportunity presented by this year’s Independence Day celebration to unite and build a stronger nation that reflects the vision of her... Read more »
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Dangote Refinery, PENGASSAN Reach Agreement After FG Intervention

The Federal Government has successfully brokered a peace deal between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN). This agreement brings an end to the... Read more »
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Ugwuanyi Urges Nigerians to Uphold Peace, Unity and Brotherhood at 65th Independence Anniversary

Former Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in the pursuit of peace, unity, and brotherhood, stressing that these values remain the foundation for... Read more »
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Independence Day: Governor Mbah Hails Ndi Enugu, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Growth

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has congratulated the people of Enugu and Nigerians at large as the country marks its 65th Independence anniversary, describing the day as a reminder of the... Read more »
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Independence Day Speech: Tinubu Declares ‘The Worst Is Over’ for Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday said that with the economic reforms embarked on by his administration, the worst is now over. Tinubu gave the assurance in his nationwide broadcast to celebrate Nigeria’s... Read more »
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Viral Video Claims U.S Pilots Arrested for Refusing to Fly Weapons to Israel

A video circulating widely on social media claims that two American military pilots were arrested after refusing orders to fly planes allegedly carrying weapons to Israel. The footage shows two men in... Read more »
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Protocol arrangement kept me from Olubadan coronation – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday attributed his absence at the coronation of the former Oyo State Governor, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, to protocol arrangements. Atiku... Read more »
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Powell Homes MD Hails Dr. Udeh’s Rise to Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Pledges Support for Governor Mbah’s Administration

The Attorney General of Enugu State and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, has been applauded for his outstanding performances and contributions to the justice sector, which also helped in his elevation... Read more »