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2026: Oyetola’s deputy joins race for APC ticket

Ex-Osun State Deputy Governor Benedict Alabi on Wednesday declared his intention to run for the All Progressives Congress ticket in the 2026 Osun State Governorship election. Alabi, who served with the immediate... Read more »
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Otti’s Abia: A State Once Mocked, Now a Model at 34

At 34, Abia State is rewriting its story. For years, the state was mocked across Nigeria as a tragic example of wasted opportunities. Despite its rich endowment in human capital and natural... Read more »
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“I Was Wrong” — Actor Uche Maduagwu Tenders Open Apology to Rita Edochie

Actor Uche Maduagwu has taken to Instagram to tender an open apology to veteran actress Rita Edochie after previously criticizing her. In his post, Uche admitted to making “mistakes” and praised Rita... Read more »
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Sunday Oliseh Blasts NFF Over Peter Rufai’s Burial

During an interview, Sunday Oliseh was asked whether the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had failed legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai and other ex-players. The interviewer said,let me put you on the spot here.... Read more »
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China Boosts Nigeria’s Flood Relief Efforts With $1m As Bahudu Hails Growing Trade

The federal government’s efforts to bring succor to flood victims in the northern parts of the country received a boost on Wednesday as the Chinese government donated $1 million to the relief... Read more »
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Court Summons Dino Melaye Over ₦509.6 Million Tax Evasion Allegations

A Magistrate Court sitting in Abuja has summoned former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, to appear before it over alleged tax evasion and under-declaration of income spanning several years. The criminal summons,... Read more »
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China donates $1m to Nigeria for flood relief efforts

Nigeria’s flood relief campaign received a major boost on Wednesday as the Chinese government donated $1m to support victims in the northern part of the country. The financial support was formalised at... Read more »
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Ondo Bans Unapproved Excursions, Textbook Exploitation In Private Schools

The Ondo State Government has rolled out fresh directives for the management of private schools in the state, warning proprietors against unapproved excursions, compulsory extra lessons, and exploitation of parents through yearly... Read more »
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NECO debunks online recruitment, warns against scam

The National Examinations Council has cautioned Nigerians over a fraudulent online recruitment exercise circulating on the internet. Azeez Sani, NECO’s Director of Information and Public Relations, said in a statement on Wednesday... Read more »
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Youths’ energy, creativity are Nigeria’s greatest assets – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday described the energy and creativity of Nigerian youths as the nation’s greatest assets, stressing that his administration is determined to harness their potential for national transformation. Tinubu... Read more »
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Fresh Crisis Rocks Actor, Yul Edochie’s Marriage to Judy Austin Amid Regrets Over May

Fresh drama has erupted in Nollywood circles as actor-turned-preacher Yul Edochie is reportedly at odds with his second wife, Judy Austin, whom he now allegedly blames for the collapse of his 18-year... Read more »
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Equatorial Guinea Court Jails Ex-Financial Chief, Baltasar Engonga, for Embezzlement

A court in Equatorial Guinea has sentenced Baltasar Ebang Engonga, a senior official and former head of the national financial investigation agency, to eight years in prison for embezzlement. The Bioko provincial... Read more »
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Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim Adopted as Political Leader by FCT PDP Ahead of 2027 Elections

Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, have officially adopted Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as their political leader and endorsed his presidential aspiration ahead of the... Read more »
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Governor Peter Mbah Hails Enugu’s Resilience as State Marks 34th Anniversary

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has celebrated the 34th anniversary of the creation of the state, praising Ndi Enugu for their resilience, unity, and vision over the years. In a goodwill... Read more »
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Security Forces Rescue Three Kidnapped Children in Kaduna, Arrest Suspects

Security forces in Kaduna have rescued three kidnapped children and arrested three suspects in connection with the crime in Kurmin Mashi area of Kaduna. Sources told Akelicious that the arrest followed a... Read more »
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Kemi Olunloyo Rejects Calls to Reconcile With Iyabo Ojo, Alleges Complicity in Past Ordeal

Controversial journalist and social commentator, Dr. Kemi Olunloyo, has issued a stern warning to Nollywood Yoruba stars allegedly pressuring her to congratulate actress Iyabo Ojo on “Yoruba cultural grounds.” In a statement... Read more »
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Chief Eze Blasts Ikwerre Youths Over Call to Retire Amaechi, Omehia

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has berated a group of youths in... Read more »
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Protest Rocks Abuja as Niger Delta Youths Shut Down NNPCL Headquarters

A group of Niger Delta Youth leaders, on Wednesday, staged a protest at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Towers in Abuja. The youths were said to have arrived at the... Read more »
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Liverpool Hails Rio Ngumoha With Yoruba Slang ‘Agba Baller’

Liverpool Football Club has warmed the hearts of Nigerian fans especially the Yorubas after they hailed their teenage sensation Rio Ngumoha with the popular Yoruba phrase “AGBA BALLER” on their social media... Read more »
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Chidi Mokeme Joins Kcee’s ‘Eburuje Challenge’

Veteran Nollywood actor, Chidi Mokeme, has joined the trending Eburuje Challenge sparked by singer Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee. Mokeme took to his Instagram handle to share a video of himself... Read more »