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8 Leading Cardinals in Race to Succeed Pope Francis

The 8 top contenders to replace the late Pope Francis tonight. Cardinal Wim Eijk, 71, the NetherlandsCardinal Mario Grech, 67, MaltaCardinal Matteo Zuppi, 69, ItalyCardinal Raymond Burke, 76, United States of AmericaCardinal... Read more »
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Wigwe Helicopter Crash: U.S. Report Blames Pilot Disorientation, Safety Failures

The United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Herbert Wigwe, his wife, his son, and his friend Abimbola... Read more »
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Ditch Escalade for Innoson, End Medical Tourism, Atiku Dares Tinubu

Former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has challenged President Bola Tinubu to prove his commitment to the new Nigeria First policy by swapping his luxury Escalade for a made-in-Nigeria... Read more »
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Bamboo Production Boost: FG Starts Factory in Kogi, Plans National Expansion

The Federal Government has commenced the development of a bamboo processing factory in Kogi State as part of efforts to provide alternatives to tree felling and promote sustainable forest use. The Minister... Read more »
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Zulum Bans Alcohol in Borno, Moves to Tackle Criminal Hideouts

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has officially banned the sale and consumption of alcohol across the state as part of a renewed effort to curb crime and antisocial behaviour. The announcement... Read more »
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Court admits Kanu’s statement, broadcast recordings as evidence

The trial of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, continued at the Federal High Court in Abuja, with Justice James Omotosho presiding. The prosecution presented more evidence... Read more »
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Video evidences against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, admitted a video recording allegedly showing the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu issuing inflammatory directives which the prosecution claims... Read more »
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South Africa Culls Thousands of Chickens Due to Cannibalism

Animal welfare officers have faced the grisly task of euthanising more than 350,000 chickens by hand after they were left starving and cannibalising each other. This happened when a South African state-owned... Read more »
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Police Arrests International Fugitives Wanted for Human Trafficking, Robbery

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested two wanted criminals linked to human trafficking and armed robbery operations abroad. One of the suspects, Felix Omoregie, also known as Eghosa Johnson Omoregie, was picked... Read more »
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FG Begins Overhaul of NYSC, Plans Teachers, Medical Corps.

The Federal Government has launched a committee to reform the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in response to growing concerns over the scheme’s relevance and safety. Unveiling the initiative in Abuja, the... Read more »
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Aiyedatiwa: Ondo Govt Not Seizing Farmers’ Land for Private Firm

The Ondo State Government has refuted claims by some cocoa farmers in Odigbo Local Government Area that it had sold their farmland in Oluwa Forest Reserve to a private firm, thereby ejecting... Read more »
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AIG Aliyu Advises Gombe Police Officers on Importance of Integrity

The Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of Police in charge of Zone 12, which comprises Bauchi and Gombe Commands, Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, has emphasized the importance of discipline, accountability, and community trust in... Read more »
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Anambra LG Launches Drainage Clearing, Desilting to Mitigate Flood Risk

The Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State has commenced the clearing and desilting of drainage channels across its communities as part of efforts to prevent erosion and flooding during the... Read more »
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India-Pakistan Tensions: UK Urges Calm and De-Escalation

The UK is ready to support India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions following an exchange of fire over Kashmir, a Cabinet minister has said. Officials said at least 19 people have been... Read more »
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Comedian AY Makun Speaks After EFCC Invitation Over Naira Abuse

Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, AY Makun, has expressed gratitude to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other relevant authorities following his invitation regarding an incident involving the public spraying... Read more »
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Cross River, Bayelsa Partner to Enhance HIV Care and Treatment

In a move to safeguard healthcare systems amid the recent collapse of USAID-funded supply chains for healthcare commodities, Cross River and Bayelsa State governments have partnered with a logistics system, Zipline, to... Read more »
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Davido blames Maguire for ruining plans with Ronaldo at Old Trafford

Nigerian music star Davido has shared a humorous yet heartfelt story about his deep love for football—and a frustrating moment he experienced at Manchester United’s Old Trafford, thanks in part to defender... Read more »
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Arsenal Manager promotes Nigerian-striker to first-team training ahead of PSG clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called up promising Nigerian-descent striker Nathan Butler-Oyedeji to first-team training ahead of the Gunners’ UEFA Champions League semifinal second-leg match against Paris Saint-Germain. The versatile forward, born... Read more »
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VDM : Lawyer Complains About Bail Process As Activist Remains In Custody

Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, a popular social media personality and activist, remains in custody despite being granted administrative bail, his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has stated. The Economic and Financial Crimes... Read more »
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DSS Removes Lanre Arogundade from Watchlist After 40 Years

The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria announced on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, that the Department of State Security (DSS) has officially removed Lanre Arogundade, the Executive Director of the International Press Centre,... Read more »