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Senate Confirms Oluyede As Army Chief

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the nomination of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede for appointment as Chief of Army Staff. The confirmation today followed the consideration of reports by the Chairman of the... Read more »
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Nigeria South Africa Must Lead Africa’s Transformation – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has called for the Nigeria—South Africa strategic partnership to become a model of leadership, economic integration, and shared prosperity for the African continent. Speaking at the opening of the... Read more »
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Reps to Tinubu: Unfreeze NSIPA Accounts, Settle N-Power Stipends in 72 Hours

The House of Representatives has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct Wale Edun, Minister of Finance, to unfreeze the accounts of the National Social Investment Programmes Agency (NSIPA) within 72 hours.... Read more »
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Fire guts INEC office in Delta state, ruins ballot boxes worth millions of Naira

The office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ika north-east LGA of Delta state has been gutted by fire. Sam Olumekun, national commissioner and chairman of the information & voter... Read more »
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South Africa Drops Passport Requirement for Nigerian Visa Applications

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that tourists from Nigeria can now apply for a visa without submitting a passport. Ramaphosa spoke on Tuesday at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South... Read more »
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At Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem Launch, Mbah hails fallen heroes, doles out support

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has paid glowing tributes to the members of the Nigerian Armed Forces for their roles in sustaining peace, security and unity of the country. The governor,... Read more »
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Senator Dr Tony Nwoye empowers constituents of Anambra East and West Local Government areas

The Senator representing Anambra North Senatorial District, Senator Dr Tony Nwoye over the weekekd empowered over 250 constituents from Anambra East and West Local Government Areas in different entrepreneurial skills acquisition, in... Read more »
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20 Years On: Actress Stella Damasus and Children Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Husband Jaiye Aboderin

Veteran Nollywood actress Stella Damasus and her children commemorated the 20th anniversary of the passing of her late husband, Jaiye Aboderin, with a solemn visit to his gravesite. In an emotional statement... Read more »
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BREAKING: Pastor Bolaji Idowu Arrested for Alleged Real Estate Fraud, Money Laundering

Operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) of the Nigerian police are currently grilling the Lead Pastor of the Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), Bolaji Idowu, in the Federal Capital Territory,... Read more »
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Sanwo-Olu Signs Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 Into Law

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu have signed the Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 into Law at the State House, Alausa Ikeja. The Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 is a comprehensive plan of... Read more »
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FCT Police Clamp Down on Criminals as Command Parades Multiple Suspects

The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Olutunji Disu, has hinted on intensified tactical operations within the FCT, saying the initiative has been yielding positive results. Addressing journalists in Abuja while... Read more »
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BREAKING: Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Ex-AMCON MD Ahmed Kuru Over Alleged N76 Billion Fraud

Justice Mojisola Dada of a Lagos Special Offences Court, Ikeja, has ordered arrest of the former Managing Director of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Ahmed Lawal Kuru for his absence in... Read more »
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BREAKING: Human Rights Lawyer, Dele Farotimi Arrested By Police Over Alleged Defamation of Tony Elumelu

Earlier, Akelicious reported that Farotimi raised the alarm over alleged threats to his life by some Nigerian elites in collusion with the security agencies and some legal experts. A human rights lawyer,... Read more »
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Aero Contractors cuts airfares to ₦80,000 for ALL destinations

Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest aviation company, says travellers will pay a minimum of N80,000 for local flights this festive season. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Ado Sanusi, the airline’s managing director, said... Read more »
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774 Thieves Better Than One Big Thief, Oshiomhole Backs Financial Autonomy for LGs

Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, has advocated for local government (LG) autonomy, arguing that decentralizing power is preferable to concentrating resources under a single leader.  Speaking at a forum on LG... Read more »
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A Mother’s Legacy Lives On: As High Chief Dr Wayles Celebrates 5 Years of Mother’s Remembrance

The Chairman, DE WAYLE’S GROUP OF COMPANIES, High Chief (Dr.) Emonena Victor Wayles Egukawhore (JP, FCILG)in a heartwarming display of devotion and gratitude to God, Almighty hosted a remarkable 5th Memorial Service... Read more »
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Ebonyi Governor, Francis Nwifuru Spends N8.2 Billion on Luxury Cars

The Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, approved over N8.2billion for the purchase of luxury vehicles for himself and other government officials between January and September 2024, The report revealed that the purchase... Read more »
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England FA Warns Marc Guehi Over “I Love Jesus” Message on LGBTQ Armband

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi has been warned by the FA after writing “I love Jesus” on a rainbow armband worn during Premier League fixtures supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The FA cited... Read more »
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President Tinubu Welcomed by Ramaphosa at Tuynhuys for Nigeria-South Africa BNC

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu being received by President Cyril Ramaphosa at Tuynhuys in Cape Town, Western Cape, for the 11th Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) between South Africa and Nigeria. Read more »
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Four Injured as Toyota Coaster Bus Collides with Parked BRT in Lagos

A white Toyota Coaster bus with Registration Number KJA-380-XV collided with a parked Lagos State BRT, Registration Number AGL938-YD while on motion and caused significant damage and injuries. The accident Toyota Coaster... Read more »