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Alleged Sexual Harassment: CAN Opposes Calls For Akpabio’s Resignation

~ As PANDEF condemns politicization of allegations Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has rejected call for the resignation of Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, following allegations of sexual harassment against him by Senator... Read more »
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Lagos Assembly Crisis: APC Insists Obasa Won’t Resign As Speaker

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has dismissed speculations that the resignation of Mudashiru Obasa, the reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, was part of the terms... Read more »
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Jandor Blames Peter Obi For Loss In 2023 Lagos Governorship Election

Abdul-Azeez Adediran, also known as Jandor, the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) candidate for the 2023 gubernatorial election in Lagos State, has stated that he lost due to Peter Obi’s influence. Jandor made... Read more »
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Ash Wednesday Kicks Off 40- Day Lenten Journey For Christians Worldwide

Lent, one of the most significant periods in the Christian liturgical calendar, begins today, March 5, 2025, with the observance of Ash Wednesday. This 40-day season, excluding Sundays, is dedicated to penance,... Read more »
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Nigeria’s Daily Power Output Hits 5,713.6MW Milestone

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a new milestone in the country’s power sector, achieving a peak generation of 5,713.6 megawatts (MW) on March 2, 2025. This marks an increase... Read more »
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Establishing Zamfara Military Base Solution to Banditry, House of Reps Urges FG

Nigerian legislators on Tuesday have urged the Federal Government to establish a military base in Zamfara State communities severely affected by banditry. This call came after the adoption of a motion introduced... Read more »
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NBA Condemns Human Rights Violations, Calls for End to Illegal Detentions

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Afam Osigwe (SAN), has raised concerns over the worsening security situation in the South-East region, citing widespread illegal detentions, extrajudicial killings, and human rights... Read more »
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Remita to Remain Operational as FG Unveils TMRAS

The Federal Government through the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has clarified that Remita, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)-approved payment gateway, will remain operational despite the introduction... Read more »
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Ex-Immigration Boss Found Dead in Abuja Hotel Room, Says Police

The police in Abuja have dismissed viral reports claiming that former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Mr. Shikfu Parradang, was killed by suspected kidnappers on Tuesday. According to authorities,... Read more »
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EFCC Cracks Down on Internet Fraud, Arrests 9 in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of nine individuals suspected of involvement in internet fraud for prosecution in Abuja. The EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests... Read more »

Governor Otti Urges Students to Acquire Practical Skills at Nigerian British University Matriculation

Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has advised students to develop practical skills alongside their academic pursuits to remain competitive in today’s evolving world. Speaking at the second matriculation ceremony of... Read more »
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What if Seyi Tinubu is Not Just After Lagos, but Aso Rock?

In Nigerian politics, nothing happens by accident. While some are waiting for the “right time” to challenge the status quo, Seyi Tinubu is out there moving like a chess grandmaster—touring the country,... Read more »
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Manchester United’s Osimhen Chase: Big Dreams, Empty Wallets?

Manchester United’s pursuit of Victor Osimhen is starting to look like a case of champagne taste on a beer budget, with transfer expert Ben Jacobs suggesting that a move for the Nigerian... Read more »
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Amir Khan Backs Joshua’s Decision to Avoid Dubois Rematch

Former British boxer Amir Khan has backed Anthony Joshua’s decision to turn down an immediate rematch with Daniel Dubois, insisting it was the smartest move for the British-Nigerian fighter. Speaking exclusively to... Read more »
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Basit Adebayo Wins National Lightweight Title with Dominant Performance

Fast-rising boxer Basit Adebayo has claimed the vacant National Lightweight Title after securing a unanimous decision victory over Segun Gbobaniyi at the Balmoral Convention Centre last weekend. Adebayo set the tone for... Read more »
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Man Arrested for Allegedly Defiling 16-Year-Old in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested Abdulmalik Sanni for allegedly defiling a 16-year-old girl in Igbesa, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of the state. The spokesperson for the command, CSP Omolola Odutola,... Read more »
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CBN Appoints 16 New Directors to Strengthen Financial Oversight

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed 16 new directors across key departments, ending nearly two years of acting leadership in several units as part of efforts to strengthen its regulatory... Read more »
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Trade unions must shape AI impact in workplaces – ITUC

The International Trade Union Confederation has called for stronger worker involvement in decisions on AI adoption in workplaces. The body asserted this at a high-profile global summit on Artificial Intelligence, hosted by... Read more »
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Adeleke’s Meeting with Akande Sparks APC Anger Over Osun LG Crisis

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday met with former interim National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Bisi Akande, at his Ibadan residence to discuss the ongoing dispute over control... Read more »
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Ban On Suspect Parade

THE Nigeria Police’s refusal to obey several court orders barring it from engaging in the illegal parade of pre-trial suspects before the media grossly undermines the country’s justice system. The parade of... Read more »