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March 24, 2023

Osun Governorship Election: Adeleke, Oyetola’s fate to be decided today; Keyamo accuses Obi, Baba-Ahmed of inciting people against judiciary in DSS petition | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Osun Governorship Election: Adeleke, Oyetola’s fate to be decided today he Court of Appeal is set to deliver a judgement today in the legal battle over the Osun State governorship election between the incumbent governor, Adegboyega Oyetola of... Read More
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March 23, 2023

PDP suspends Fayose, Anyim, two others over anti-party activities

Ayodele Fayose, the former governor of Ekiti State, Pius Anyim, a former president of the Senate, Professor Dennis Ityavyar, and Aslam Aliyu were all suspended from the Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday. Thursday marks the beginning of the suspension, which was reached following a thorough examination of party activities in accordance with the PDP Constitution.... Read More
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March 23, 2023

Ekweremadu and wife found guilty of organ trafficking

Ike Ekweremadu, former vice president of the Senate, and his wife, Beatrice, were found guilty of organ trafficking in the United Kingdom. After a six-week trial at the Old Bailey, the couple, along with their daughter, Sonia, and a medical practitioner, Dr. Obinna Obeta, were convicted guilty of aiding a young man’s journey to Britain... Read More
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March 23, 2023

Tinubu is resting, preparing for lesser Hajj in France – Spokesperson confirms; No President-Elect yet – Datti Tells CJN not to swear in Tinubu | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Tinubu is resting, preparing for lesser Hajj in France – Spokesperson confirms Tunde Rahman, president-elect Bola Tinubu’s communications adviser, has stated that his principal is now in Europe. Rahman said in a statement that Tinubu had left Lagos... Read More
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March 22, 2023

INEC declares Labour Party’s Alex Otti winner of Abia governorship election

Alex Otti of the Labour Party (LP) has won the March 18 governorship election in Abia State. He trounced his opponents like Okey Ahiwe of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Enyinnaya Nwafor of the Young Peoples Party (YPP). Otti scored 175,467, Ahiwe polled 88,529 while Nwafor received 28,972 votes. The Returning Officer of the... Read More
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March 22, 2023

Davido’s album announcement prompts Wande Coal to push back album release date

Wande Coal, an award-winning Nigerian music sensation, has decided to push back the release of his new album ‘Legend or No Legend’ by a week. He made this announcement through updated release dates on music streaming platforms. It’s possible that the delay may be because Davido recently announced his own upcoming album ‘Timeless’, which is... Read More
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March 22, 2023

Emefiele apologizes for failed electronic transactions, assures quick resolution

The CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, has issued an apology to the people of Nigeria for the recent uptick in unsuccessful online banking transactions. On Tuesday, after a two-day meeting in Abuja, the CBN governor gave a closing statement. Nigerians have had a difficult time making effective banking transactions using their mobile apps, USSD platforms, and... Read More
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March 22, 2023

Buhari rejects bill granting NASS power to summon the President

During Tuesday’s plenary, Senate President Ahmad Lawan announced that the Senate would be conducting an investigation into the 19 Constitution Alteration Bills that were rejected by retired Major General Muhammadu Buhari, the President of Nigeria. In January, the National Assembly transmitted a total of 35 Constitutional Alteration bills to the President for approval, but last... Read More
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March 22, 2023

Buhari expresses eagerness to leave office and focus on farming; Tinubu urges end to politicking, calls for healing process | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Buhari expresses eagerness to leave office and focus on farming President Muhammadu Buhari has stated his eagerness to step down so he can return to Daura, Katsina state, and focus on his farms and cattle. On Tuesday, at... Read More
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March 21, 2023

Davido makes comeback to social media, reveals 4th album titled ‘Timeless’

Hey, guess who’s back? It’s the Afrobeats sensation, Davido! After months of being off the radar, the singer announced his return to social media with some exciting news about his highly-anticipated studio album, ‘Timeless’. Davido took to social media to share the good news and revealed that the album will be released on March 31st.... Read More
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March 21, 2023

Nigeria ranks 95th happiest nation in the world

According to the latest edition of the World Happiness Report, Nigeria has been ranked as the 95th happiest nation in the world, with a score of 4.981 points. The report, which was released on March 20, coinciding with the United Nations’ International Day of Happiness, focuses on measuring happiness through life evaluations and emotions. It... Read More
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March 21, 2023

Obi petitions against Tinubu’s win, calls for fresh election

The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has initiated legal proceedings against the declared winner of the February 25th presidential election, Bola Tinubu, by filing a petition at the presidential election tribunal. The petition was submitted to the Abuja court of appeal, which also serves as the presidential election petition tribunal. Obi’s challenge questions... Read More
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March 21, 2023

I don’t regret taking the huge step of running for office – Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele, the Peoples Democratic Party’s Deputy Governorship Candidate in Lagos State, has said that she has no regrets about running for office in the recently concluded elections. On March 18, the incumbent governor and All Progressives Congress candidate Babajide Sanwo-Olu defeated Akindele and her principal, Abdul-Azeez Adediran alias Jandor. On the same page, she... Read More
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March 21, 2023

PDP takes Zamfara as Dauda Lawal unseats Matawalle; Sanwo-Olu approves 20% salary increase for Lagos civil servants | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: PDP takes Zamfara as Dauda Lawal unseats Matawalle In a stunning upset, Dauda Lawal of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has defeated the incumbent governor, Bello Matawalle, in the Zamfara governorship election. This victory makes Lawal the first... Read More
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March 20, 2023

Fintiri of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) defeats Binani in Adamawa’s gubernatorial race

Adamawa State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has won the majority of votes cast in Saturday’s election. While Mr. Fintiri has not yet been officially declared the winner of the election, all 21 local government areas in the state have announced their results at the INEC collation... Read More
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March 20, 2023

APC emerges victorious in Niger and Ebonyi Gubernatorial Elections, PDP claims victory in Delta

APC wins in Niger State Umar Bago, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared the winner of the governorship election in Niger state. Clement Allawa, the resident electoral commissioner (REC) in Niger announced the results on Monday in Minna, the state’s capital. Bago, a member of the house of representatives, representing the... Read More
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March 20, 2023

‘Winning hearts or instilling fear?’- Rufai Oseni questions politicians

Rufai Oseni, a popular television host renowned for his fiery approach to presenting, has directed some challenging questions towards the newly-elected politicians who have secured various positions in the 2023 elections. In light of alleged electoral malpractices and intimidation tactics employed by some politicians during the elections, Oseni has questioned whether these politicians have truly... Read More
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March 20, 2023

Chimaroke Nnamani Parts Ways with PDP Following Electoral Defeat

Chimaroke Nnamani, the former senator representing Enugu East, recently announced his resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) following his defeat in the senatorial race to Kelvin Chukwu, the Labour Party’s candidate. This decision came shortly after the election, during which Nnamani had already been expelled from the PDP for alleged anti-party activities. Before the... Read More
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March 20, 2023

Sanwo-Olu Declared Winner of Lagos Gubernatorial Elections by INEC; Protest Erupts as APC’s Binani Appears to Lose Adamawa Gubernatorial Election to Thugs | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Sanwo-Olu Declared Winner of Lagos Gubernatorial Elections by INEC Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been re-elected in Lagos State. He polled a total of 762,134 votes, defeating Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party who scored 312,329 votes, followed by... Read More
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March 17, 2023

We’re investigating MC Oluomo’s threat against Igbos – Police

Idowu Owohunwa, the commissioner of police in Lagos, says the command is investigating the threat issued against Igbo by Musiliu Akinsanya, chairman of parks and garages. On Thursday, a video appeared on social media showing Akinsanya warning that those who do not want to vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the governorship election... Read More
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March 17, 2023

Mother’s Day: Exciting local content to watch with Mama this week on GOtv

As we celebrate Mother’s Day all around the world, GOtv will be celebrating mothers along with you. Mother’s Day is a day set aside to specially celebrate all mothers and GOtv is championing the celebration by providing top-notch entertainment all through the new week ahead of the D-Day.Have an amazing time with mothers on this... Read More
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March 17, 2023

UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final, Semi-Final Draw

The pairings for the UEFA Champions League’s quarterfinals and semifinals for the upcoming 2022–23 season have been announced, and they’re sure to generate plenty of excitement. Manchester City, coached by Josep Guardiola, will face Bayern Munich, while Real Madrid, the defending champions, will play Chelsea, one of five teams coached by Carlo Ancelotti. The semi-finals... Read More
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March 17, 2023

Anyone that attempts to disrupt the elections should be prepared to die – Police

Election day for governors and state assemblies is this Saturday, and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a warning about possible disruptions. Political parties and their supporters are on edge as election day approaches, raising concerns about potential violence. Nonetheless, police commands across the several states in Nigeria have guaranteed the safety of voters... Read More
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March 17, 2023

It’s unfair to say presidential election was fraudulent, most credible since 1999 – Dele Alake; MC Oluomo warns Igbos in Lagos to vote for APC or stay home | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: It’s unfair to say presidential election was fraudulent,  most credible since 1999 – Dele Alake According to Dele Alake, a media adviser to President-elect Bola Tinubu, it is unreasonable for a portion of the world media... Read More
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March 16, 2023

IGP orders restriction of movement on Election Day

Ahead of the gubernatorial and state assembly elections on March 18, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other modes of transportation from 12 a.m. to 6 p.m. on voting day. However, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), observers of the... Read More
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March 16, 2023

Burna Boy to perform at 2023 Champions League final

Award-winning Afro-fusion musician Burna Boy will take the stage at the 2023 UEFA Champions League (UCL) final. The Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey will host this year’s championship game on June 23. UEFA announced the self-proclaimed “African Giant” as one of the headliners alongside another soon-to-be-announced “global sensation” in a blog post on Thursday.... Read More
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March 16, 2023

Don’t vote blindly, Nigeria needs competent people – Peter Obi to Obidients

Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged his supporters to exercise their judgment in the upcoming governorship elections. Voters in over 20 states will head to the polls this Saturday to choose new governors and state assembly representatives. Addressing his supporters dubbed ‘Obidients’ on Thursday, Obi said they should only vote for candidates... Read More
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