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Will Smith Sued by Violinist Over Alleged Sexual Exploitation During 2025 Tour

Will Smith has been sued by a violinist from his 2025 ‘Based on a True Story’ tour over allegations of deliberate grooming and preparation for sexual exploitation. Brian King Joseph, 33, filed... Read more »
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Canada Deports 366 Nigerians, 974 More Await Removal

Canada has deported 366 Nigerians between January and October 2025, reflecting a sharp increase in immigration enforcement, according to data from the Canada Border Services Agency. The records also show that 974... Read more »
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How Elvis Emecheta Attempted Duping A Lagos Business Mogul: Why Abuja High Court Ordered Sealing Of Disputed Lekki Waterfront Property

Contrary to misleading reports and narratives circulating in some quarters regarding the sealing of a disputed waterfront property within the Lekki Peninsula Scheme, Lagos, fresh facts have emerged to clarify the circumstances... Read more »
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INEC Denies Releasing Timetable for 2027 General Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports claiming that it has released the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election, describing the information as false and misleading.... Read more »
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Suspected Political Thugs Invade Rivers Hotel, Disrupt ARISE News Live Interview

Suspected political thugs on Friday night invaded Londa Hotel, located in the Orazi axis of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, disrupting a live interview being conducted by ARISE News. The... Read more »
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BREAKING: 17 Soldiers Killed In Attack On Niger Military Position In Tillabéri

No fewer than 17 soldiers were killed and several others declared missing following an attack on a military position in Yatakala, Gorouol area of the Tillabéri region of Niger Republic, preliminary reports... Read more »
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Unregistered Contractors Attract ₦5m Penalty Under New Tax Law

Companies and statutory bodies that award contracts to unregistered persons will face a N5 million administrative penalty under Nigeria’s tax law. According to the provisions of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, a... Read more »
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FG Unveils New Development Finance Strategy as CBN Steps Back

The federal ministry of finance says it will take over the development finance quasi-fiscal responsibility of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In a statement on Thursday, Doris Uzoka-Anite, the minister of... Read more »
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BREAKING: Gunmen Kidnap Kwara Village Head, Wife Shot

Gunmen have abducted the village head of Afin community in Babanla area of Kwara State, injuring his wife during the attack. Security sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 a.m. on... Read more »
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I Have Immunity – Bala Mohammed Reacts to Terrorism Accusation

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has expressed anger over allegations of terrorism financing, insisting that the continued persecution of opposition leaders must stop immediately. “For you to accuse me of terrorism, I’ll... Read more »
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Taxation Must Not Make Nigerians Poorer, Says Peter Obi

The Labour Party’s former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has charged President Bola Tinubu to ensure the empowerment of small and medium-scale enterprises to expand the tax base. Mr Obi’s admonition to Mr... Read more »
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BREAKING: Bandits Kill Two, Injure Six in Katsina Village Attack

Suspected armed bandits have killed two persons and injured six others during an attack on Naino village in Naalma Ward of Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. Security sources said the... Read more »
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BREAKING: Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang Dumps PDP, Officially Enters APC

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has officially joined APC Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang was formally presented with a membership card from the APC today. Read more »
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Join ADC or Stop Claiming ‘Obidient’ — Kenneth Okonkwo Tells Peter Obi Loyalists

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has called on supporters of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, to formally join the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.... Read more »
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Money Laundering Trial: Court to Rule on Malami, Son’s Bail Applications Jan 7

The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court, on Friday, fixed January 7 for a ruling on the bail applications filed by Abubakar Malami, former attorney general of the federation, his son,... Read more »
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Troops Neutralise Three Suicide Bombers in Borno Operation

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised three terrorist suicide bombers during an intelligence-led operation along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Sources said the operation was... Read more »
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One Soldier Killed as Bandits, Cattle Rustlers Strike Shanono and Tsanyawa in Kano

Incidents of armed banditry and cattle rustling in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kano State in the early hours of Jan. 2 has exposed the evolving security challenges confronting... Read more »
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Adult Content Creator Lily Phillips Baptised, Says Faith Now a Priority

Adult content creator Lily Phillips, who previously went viral online for a controversial sexual challenge, has revealed that she was baptised on Sunday, December 28, describing the moment as a renewal of... Read more »
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EFCC Dismisses Bala Mohammed’s Allegations, Insists Commission Is Non-Partisan

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly rejected allegations by Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, that it is being used by political opponents to persecute him and members of his... Read more »
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Prophet Nigel Gaisie Predicts Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup Final Appearance

Renowned Ghanaian cleric, Prophet Nigel Gaisie, has predicted that the Black Stars will reach the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, will be making their fifth appearance... Read more »