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The North will forever be grateful if they vote for me – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate for the 2023 election, has declared that Northerners will be forever grateful if they vote for him. Obi expressed this while interacting with…
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Twitter sued as Elon Musk begins massive layoffs
Bloomberg reported that Twitter Inc. was sued over Elon Musk's decision to lay off approximately 3,700 employees at the social media company. According to employees, the business is violating federal…
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We’re keeping an eye on three governors involved in money laundering – EFCC
Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Abdulrasheed Bawa stated on Thursday that three current state governors are being monitored for attempts to launder money through under-the-table payments to…
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Nigerian drug users outnumber the populations of four African countries put together – NDLEA chairman
Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd), Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has revealed that his agency has seized over N420 billion in illicit narcotics since 2021.…
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Buhari requests international aid for victims of Pakistan floods
President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the United Nations and other aid organizations to take immediate action to aid those affected by the catastrophic floods in Pakistan, which has been described…
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Don’t be sentimental, vote for Tinubu – Adamu Garba
Former APC Presidential aspirant Adamu Garba, has advised Nigerians to not be sentimental in the upcoming 2023 elections. He urged them to vote for the APC presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed…
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NYSC corpers now required to present fitness certificates from recognised public health facilities at orientation camps
The National Youth Service Corps has announced that prospective corps members would be required to produce fitness certificates from recognized public health facilities during orientation camps nationwide. Eddy Megwa, Director,…
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Tinubu will lead this country forward to a prosperous future with renewed hope – Sanwo-Olu
The governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, believes Bola Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, has the ability to address the issues confronting the business community. The governor…
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Police question Davido’s domestic staff about his son’s death
The Lagos State Police Command announced on Tuesday that eight domestic employees were brought in for interrogation in connection with the death of Davido's son, Ifeanyi Adeleke. The state Police…
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Passengers left stranded, flights postponed as aviation workers close down Lagos airport
Members of the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) blocked the entrance gates of the Murtala Mohammed Airport 2 (MMA2) Terminal in Lagos on Tuesday morning to…
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Buhari visits London for medical checkup, to return second week in November
On Monday, October 31, the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retired), will depart Abuja for London, United Kingdom to undergo a normal medical examination. This occurs immediately after he presided…
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Danfo drivers in Lagos commence seven-day strike over excessive extortion by management of parks and garages
The Joint Drivers' Welfare Association of Nigeria has announced that it will begin a seven-day strike in Lagos State on Monday, after failing to reach an agreement with the state…
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Julius Berger suspends operations in Abuja in response to recent terrorist alert
The construction company Julius Berger has ceased operations in the capital city. The shutdown was a result of continuing security concerns throughout the Federal Capital Territory and Central Abuja. In…
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Elon Musk acquires Twitter and fires executives
Elon Musk, the wealthiest man in the world, has acquired Twitter for $44 billion. Musk confirmed the takeover by tweeting "the bird is free." Upon taking office, he sacked a…
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry donate funds to help flood victims in Nigeria
The Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Foundation has contributed an undisclosed amount to organisations in Nigeria to "help offer relief following terrible floods" that has devastated portions of the country.…
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Insecurity: Jabi Lake mall in Abuja closes down over risk of terrorist attacks
The administration of the well-known Jabi Lake Mall in Abuja, FCT, has ceased operations due to security concerns in the Federal Capital Territory. This was announced Thursday via the mall's…
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CBN To Redesign N200, N500 And N1,000 Notes; Top priority despite country’s rising inflation
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced on Wednesday that the N200, N500, and N1,000 notes will be redesigned. This was stated by CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele during a special…
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Buhari govt loses against Nnamdi Kanu in court
The Nigerian government lost its plea on Wednesday to relocate the extraordinary rendition suit of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, from Umuahia to Abuja. The…
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WAEC office gutted by fire with many trapped in the building
In the early hours of Wednesday, the West Africa Examination Council, WAEC headquarters in the Yaba neighborhood of Lagos State was ravaged by a fire. Several individuals remain trapped in…
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WhatsApp is currently down, Users experiencing difficulties sending and receiving messages
You are not alone if you tried and failed to send a WhatsApp message this morning. The enormously popular site, which has over 2 billion users globally, has been plagued…
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Rishi Sunak emerges new UK Prime Minister
British politician Rishi Sunak has been elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after competitor Penny Mordaunt failed to gain the required 100 nominations from her fellow MPs. Mr. Sunak…
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UAE denies visa applications and imposes a visa ban on Nigerians
The United Arab Emirates Immigration authorities have declared a visa ban on Nigerians, stating that all applications will be rejected and costs will be non-refundable. Friday's statement was reportedly made…
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Nigerians who worry about the federal government’s massive debt should stop driving Mercedes-Benz and Lexus vehicles – Tinubu
Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the 2023 elections, stated in his most recent incoherent public address that Nigerians opposed to the Buhari administration's borrowings…
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#EndSARS: The use of massacre is highly debatable – VP candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed on Lekki Shooting
Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party vice presidential candidate, thinks that the usage of the term "massacre" to describe the Lekki shooting during the #EndSARS rally in October 2020 is debatable.…
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Peaceful protesters attacked with teargas amid heavy police presence at the Lekki Toll Gate during #EndSARS memorial
The Lekki Toll Gate has been taken over by the Nigeria Police Force in preparation for the arrival of #EndSARS movement participants. Today is the second anniversary of the Lekki…
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Wike donates N300 million to the wives of Lagos State officials amid disastrous flood in Rivers
Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers State, has donated N300 million to COWLSO, the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials. The donation was revealed by Governor Wike during the ongoing…
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I will build on Buhari’s legacies – Tinubu
Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has pledged to continue President Muhammadu Buhari's legacy if elected Nigeria's president in 2023. Tuesday, Tinubu addressed participants…
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Labour Party Senatorial candidate was arrested and not abducted for spreading fake news against Gov Dave Umahi and other pending cases – Police
The Ebonyi State Police Command has declared the purported kidnapping of Linus Okorie, Labour Party senatorial candidate for Ebonyi South, to be false. SP Chris Anyanwu, the command's spokesman, told…
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I am going to solve all the problems in Nigeria if elected president – Tinubu
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has assured Nigerians that he is confident of winning the 2023 general elections with their support. As…
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Following a protest against Enenche, Peter Obi pledges to update campaign council list
Peter Obi, the Labour Party's candidate for president, stated that the party will publish a revised list of its Presidential Campaign Council. Following the selection of Major General John Enenche,…
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