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The Organised Labour Suspends Strike for Five Days

The Organised Labour, which consists of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), have called off the indefinite nationwide strike a day after commencement. The NLC…

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Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Responds to Criticism on Support for John ‘Mr Ibu’ Okafor

The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has reacted to the recent backlash it received regarding the ill-health of one of its respected and renowned members, John Okafor, popularly known as…

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UNICEF Appoints Cobhams Asuquo, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and Ali Nuhu as Champions for Child Rights Advocacy

In a proactive move towards championing child rights, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has designated four prominent figures from the entertainment industry – Cobhams Asuquo, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and…

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President Tinubu Condemns Gabon Coup, Urges Legal Resolution of Electoral Disputes

In a swift response to the recent coup in Gabon, President Bola Tinubu has expressed his concern and commitment to upholding democratic values on the African continent. The coup led…

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Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, Designer of Nigeria’s Flag, Passes Away at 84

Nigeria mourns the loss of a visionary as Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, the remarkable creator of the nation's flag, has passed away at the age of 84. He departed in the…

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Peter Obi Refutes Allegations of Financial Incentives to Journalist Rufai Oseni

Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the recent elections, has vehemently refuted allegations suggesting that he provided financial incentives to Rufai Oseni, a journalist associated with…

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‘Corn Sellers are Causing Insecurity in Abuja’ – Wike Cracks Down on Street Vending

The Federal Capital Territory's Minister, Nyesom Wike, has taken a resolute stance against street vending in Abuja, citing concerns that such activities contribute to crime and instability within the city.…

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Labour Party’s Peter Obi Surprises with Appearance at APC Chieftain’s Son’s Wedding

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential flag-bearer for the 2023 elections, made a surprise appearance at the wedding ceremony of a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain's son in Kano…

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Defence Headquarters of Nigeria Denounces Coup Claims, Reaffirms Allegiance to Democracy

In a resolute stance, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of Nigeria has categorically denied any inclination towards a coup, affirming its allegiance to democracy and the constitutional framework. Tukur Gusau, the…

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Abia State Govt Supports 106-Year-Old Akara Seller’s Resilience with Monthly Stipend

In a touching move, the Abia State government is providing assistance to Ma Chidinma Eluwa, a spirited 106-year-old who sells Akara in Umuahia, Abia State's capital. Despite her age and…

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Professor Pat Utomi Opens Up About Cancer Diagnosis

Renowned professor of political economy, Pat Utomi, has candidly shared his personal battle with cancer, shedding light on his journey in a series of tweets. In a disclosure that underscores…

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Niger Junta Threatens to Kill President Bazoum Amidst ECOWAS Standby Force Directive

Niger's junta has issued a grave ultimatum, vowing to end the life of deposed President Mohamed Bazoum if neighboring nations dare to intervene militarily for his reinstatement. Sources close to…

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SERAP To Take Legal Action Against Akpabio Over ‘Holiday Allowances’ Remark

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has announced its intention to initiate legal proceedings against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The lawsuit centers around the controversial disbursement of "holiday allowances"…

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Akpabio Under Fire For ‘Holiday Bonus For Senators’ Viral Video

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has sparked a wave of criticism and public outcry after a video surfaced online, capturing his announcement of a holiday bonus for senators. In the…

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World Bank Suspends Financing to Uganda in Response to Controversial Anti-LGBTQ Law

In a significant stance against discrimination and human rights violations, the World Bank has announced the suspension of new financing to Uganda. This decision comes as a response to Uganda's…

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Chaos Ensues in Senate Amid Motion to Halt Keyamo’s Ministerial Screening

In a surprising turn of events at the Nigerian Senate, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, representing Abia Central Senatorial District, stirred a contentious debate by moving a motion for the suspension of…

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Ministerial Nominee Bosun Tijani Questioned on ‘Unpatriotic’ Tweets During Screening

Senator Abdulfatai Buhari representing Oyo North Senatorial District, on Saturday, tackled a ministerial nominee, Bosun Tijani, over an unpatriotic tweet he posted over four years ago. “On the 21st of…

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‘Hope is Not Lost’ – Withdrawn Ministerial Nominee Maryam Shetty Speaks Out

Maryam Shetty, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), whose ministerial nomination was dramatically withdrawn by President Bola Tinubu, remains resolute in her optimism about the future. In a…

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President Tinubu Withdraws Maryam Shetty’s Ministerial Nomination, Keyamo Added to Ministerial List

President Bola Tinubu has withdrawn the nomination of Maryam Shetty as a minister. The president communicated his decision to the senate during the resumed screening of ministerial nominees on Friday.…

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Tinubu Defends 2023 Elections as Credible Despite APC’s Legal Battles

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his belief in the credibility of the 2023 presidential election, considering it one of the most credible in Nigeria's history. Despite the ongoing legal battles…

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New APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje Says He’ll Hit the Ground Running

The newly appointed National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje says he will hit the ground running to ensure the victory of the ruling party in the…

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Akpabio Reveals Why Wike was not Grilled in Ministerial Screening

During the recent ministerial nominees' screening, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, shed light on the surprising exemption of the immediate past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, from thorough grilling…

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Ministerial Screening: Nominee’s Age Raises Eyebrows in 10th Senate

The Senate chambers witnessed a moment of controversy during the screening of Prof. Joseph Utsev, a ministerial nominee, which has become one of the most talked-about incidents in the 10th…

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Senate Reveals President Tinubu’s 28 Ministerial Nominees (See Full List)

President Bola Tinubu's ministerial list has finally been presented before the Senate. Among the prominent names featured on the list are former Governors Nyesom Wike, Dave Umahi, and Nasir El…

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President Tinubu’s Ministerial List Reportedly Includes Wike, Oyetola, el-Rufai, and Others

According to reports from The Nation, President Bola Tinubu's ministerial list includes former governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Gboyega Oyetola (Osun), and Nasir el-Rufai (Kaduna), among others. The list was purportedly…

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Google Partners with Verve to Facilitate Payments on Play Store for Nigerians

In a move aimed at promoting ease of digital transactions, Google has joined forces with Verve to offer Nigerians a seamless experience on the Google Play Store. Starting from today…

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DSS vs NCS: Emefiele Rearrested Amid Physical Brawl at High Court

The Department of State Services (DSS) has once again taken custody of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in a dramatic courtroom clash. Chaos…

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Emefiele Arrives Federal High Court Clutching Bible for Firearms Allegations Hearing, Pleads ‘Not Guilty’

Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), made a notable entrance at the federal high court in Ikoyi, Lagos, clutching a Bible on Tuesday morning.…

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Nigeria Has Disappointed Africa, the Entire Black Race, and the World — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo's recent address on Monday stirred significant waves across Nigeria and beyond, as he candidly expressed deep disappointment in the country's inability to live up to expectations…

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Afghan Women Stage Protest Against Ban That Stops Them From Accessing Beauty Salons

In an act of defiance against the Taliban's oppressive regime, Afghan women have taken to the streets to protest the recent order to shut down beauty parlors across the nation.…

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