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AZUKA OKWUOSA: NDI ANAMBRA SOUTH RESOLVE TO GO FOR COMPETENCE

ANAMBRA SOUTH BY-ELECTION 2025 AZUKA OKWUOSA: NDI ANAMBRA SOUTH RESOLVE TO GO FOR COMPETENCE First, he is well-educated, well-nurtured and well-exposed.Secondly, he lives with people at the grassroots and knows where it... Read more »
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Gas Cylinder Explosion Kills Two, Injures Six in Onitsha Market*

A gas cylinder explosion has killed about two persons and injured several others at the Plumbing Market, along Uga Street, near Onitsha Bridge Head Market in Anambra State. Our correspondent gathered that... Read more »
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New Orleans Jail Breach: 10 Inmates Escape through Ingenious Toilet Hole

Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail early Friday morning after navigating through a hole behind a toilet, prompting a manhunt and raising serious concerns about security breaches and possible internal... Read more »
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Naira Gains Ground, Closes at N1,598.72 against US Dollar

The Naira ended the trading week on a positive note, recording a bullish close on Friday at the official foreign exchange market. It appreciated N1,598.72 against the U.S. Dollar, reflecting a modest... Read more »
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UTME error: Kogi poly rector backs JAMB registrar

The Rector of Kogi State Polythecnic Professor Salisu Ogbo has described it as a “rare course and uncommon decision of the Registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, Professor Ishaq Oloyede... Read more »
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Ijaws, Urhobos Urge First Lady Remi Tinubu to Remain Neutral in Warri Political Dispute

The two major ethnic nationalities, Ijaws and Urhobos is confident that Nigeria’s first Lady , Mrs Oluremi Tinubu will play the role of Mother of the nation and not the Mother of... Read more »
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Poverty in Nigeria a ‘Gunpowder Keg’ — Obasanjo Warns

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, and the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, have called for the urgent end to abject poverty across Africa. Obasanjo insisted that... Read more »
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Cybercrime Is Destroying Young Boys’ Futures — EFCC Chair Warns

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has expressed concern over the increasing involvement of youths, particularly young men in internet fraud, stating that the... Read more »
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UCL stakes rise as Maresca eyes progress, Amorim backs Højlund

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca and key figures around the club have reacted following the Blues’ 1-0 win over Manchester United, a result that not only bolstered their top-four hopes but also added... Read more »
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23 Dead as ISWAP Accuses Farmers of Collaborating with Rival Boko Haram Faction

At least 23 farmers and fishermen were killed on Thursday morning in Malam Karanti, a remote village near Baga in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, after suspected Islamic State West... Read more »
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Awka North Bleeds, When Homeland Turns to Killing Fields

In the once peaceful towns of Mgbakwu, Isuanaocha, Urum, and Achalla in Awka North LGA of Anambra State, terror now walks freely in broad daylight, draped in the cloak of unknown gunmen.... Read more »
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Nuno hopeful of Awoniyi’s return next week

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo is hopeful that injured striker Taiwo Awoniyi could reunite with his teammates next week, though the Nigerian remains hospitalised following emergency surgery for a ruptured intestine, PUNCH... Read more »
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Joshua richer than Kane, Fury as net worth rises to €232m

British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua has emerged richer than England football captain Harry Kane and heavyweight rival Tyson Fury as his net worth has soared to €232m, according to the newly published Sunday... Read more »
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Terrorists recycling old attack videos to spread propaganda – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters has debunked a viral video purportedly showing a recent attack on troops in Marte, Borno State, describing it as recycled propaganda aimed at demoralising Nigerian forces and the public.... Read more »
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Sir Azuka Okwuosa: A Hallmark Of Responsible And Workable Representation

SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA: A HALLMARK OF RESPONSIBLE AND WORKABLE REPRESENTATION A man of distinct personality, Chinyelugo’s competitive advantage stems from his ability to remain positive and straight in a society characterized with... Read more »
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ASUU Suspends Indefinite Strike at Kaduna State University

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Kaduna State University has suspended the indefinite strike action it started on 24th April, 2025.  This was contained in a letter addressed to the Vice... Read more »
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110 Solar-Powered Pumps to Improve Water Availability in Ekiti

The Ekiti State government has taken delivery of 110 solar-powered pumps and accessories to boost water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities across local government areas in the state. Speaking in Ado-Ekiti, the Commissioner... Read more »
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ECOWAS Recognizes Nigeria’s Mining Cadastre Office for Digital Excellence

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Extractive Technical Experts have commended the Nigerian Mining Cadastre Office’s eMCO plus system as a model of digital excellence and transparency in the extractive... Read more »
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Sahel Terror Threat Escalates Nigeria’s Insecurity, Warns CDS

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to report the wrongdoings of security personnel, assuring that actions would be taken to address concerns raised. Speaking to newsmen... Read more »
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Minister Confirms Readiness of Kaduna Petroleum College for Inauguration

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has said that the Petroleum Technology Development Fund-owned College of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Kaduna, is ready for commissioning. The Minister... Read more »