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Police nab five kidnappers allegedly behind recent killing of CSO of Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, other kidnapping incidents in Rivers State

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Rivers: Police smash gang allegedly behind murder of CSO, multiple kidnappings

The alleged kidnappers identified as Bello Amadu, 35, Mohammadu Bello, 30, Adamu Musa, 30, Suleman Umar, 26, and Abubakar Mohammed,…
Release Nnamdi Kanu or return him to London, S’East monarch tells President Tinubu

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Nnamdi Kanu: Federal High Court dismisses claim that new judge has stepped down

In the viral report titled: “New Judge Steps Down from Nnamdi Kanu’s Case, Says His Arrest Was Wrong,” it was…
Why play at an online casino without guidance? Before you place your bets, take a look at our top 10 tips for Canadian online casino players.

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Top 10 Online Casino Tips for Canadian Players

Not all online casinos cater to Canadian players. To make your experience seamless, select real money casinos that accept Canadian…
Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, denies claim that he is set to dump the ruling APC for the SDP.

Politics

Fayemi opens up on alleged plan to dump APC

There have been speculations that Fayemi will join El-Rufai in SDP as part of coalition to dislodge the APC from…
Police arraign eight men for alleged cultism, attack on police station

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Jos phone thieves Jubril ,Umar bag 12 months in jail

Police Prosecutor, Insp Ijuptil Thlawur, told the court that the case was reported at the Anglo Jos Police Station, on…
Group seeks end to battle between Rev. Yakubu Pam and Rev. Joseph Hayab over the leadership of CAN, in the 19 Northern States

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CAN: Group seeks President’s intervention in North’s leadership tussle

The group said this while calling on the National President of the CAN Archbishop Daniel Okoh, to intervene in the…
The House of Reps Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC) approves the N140 billion 2026 budget proposal for the commission.

Business, Top Stories

Seven oil firms agreed to pay $37.4m debts to Nigeria before August – Reps

Akin Rotimi, the spokesperson for the House of Representatives said the commitment of the oil companies to pay the unremitted…
Nigeria's Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) extends deadline for submission of applications for vacancies in the Federal Civil Service

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Federal Civil Service Commission extends deadline for job application

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has announced extension of the deadline for ongoing submission of applications for vacancies in…
Police Kill 4 bandits in shootout in Benue

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Police neutralise notorious kidnap gang in Akwa Ibom

The spokesperson for Akwa Ibom Police Command, DSP Timfon John, confirmed this in a statement on Monday. John said members…
The crash involved a commercial bus travelling towards Lagos and a truck at Okhuahe community section of the Benin–Agbor Road in Edo

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Four dead, nine injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway lone crash

Mrs Florence Okpe, the spokesperson for the FRSC in Ogun in a statement on Monday said crash occurred at 8:30…
ISWAP

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Troops rescue abducted aide of NDDC’s boss, nab 16 oil thieves

igerian Army announced the rescue of Loveday in statement by the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division, Army Public Relations,…
APC challenges Osun Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to be ready present evidence to back up alleged $20m fraud against Adegboyega Oyetola

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Alleged $20m fraud: APC challenges Adeleke to present evidence against Oyetola in court

Adeleke, had petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission last week, accusing Oyetola of money laundering and violations of the…
Sanwo-Olu unveils Africa’s first AI feature film

Entertainment, Nollywood

Sanwo-Olu unveils Africa’s first AI feature film

Speaking at the unveiling in Marina, Sanwo-Olu said the AI film, produced by human development expert, Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, will make…
State police

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Faith, politics must align for national development -Minister

Speaking on the theme “Faith, Politics and Power: The Involvement of Ulamas in Politics and its Implications,” the Minister commended…
Mrs Seromi Pauline Awa, wife of late boss of defunct National Electoral Commission, NEC, Professor Eme Awa, is dead.

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Seromi Awa, wife of late defunct NEC boss, Eme Awa, is dead

Mrs Awa answered the call to glory on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 aged 86, according to a statement issued by…
health

Headlines, Health

FG unveils facilities for free emergency obstetric care, VVF surgeries (FULL LIST)

The Minister who added that health and well-being of the people are fundamental to President Tinubu’s vision for Nigeria as…
NCWS President, Edna Azura calls for intensified efforts toward achieving gender equality and empowering women and girls across the country

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IWD: NCWS advocates action to achieve gender equality, women empowerment

nternational Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually on March 8, and the 2025 celebration has the theme, “Accelerate Action”. While…
Bayelsa Senator, Henry Seriake Dickson, some opposition lawmakers visit their suspended colleague, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in her Abuja home.

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I have heard more from Natasha, husband – Senator Dickson

Dickson met Natasha who was suspended for six months by the Senate on Thursday over her face off with Senate…
Kebbi Government signs MoU with the MSM Cement Ltd., to establish a three million tons per annum capacity cement factory in the state.

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Kebbi, company sign deal for 3 million-ton cement factory

In his remark, the Gov. Idris assured of his government unwavering commitment to provide an enabling environment for the cement…
The court finds that the plaintiffs had previously instituted two similar suits, challenging the same PND directives issued by ICPC

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Lagos businessman jailed for presenting forged documents for visa

Adetoye was arrested at the British Deputy High Commission’s office in Lagos after presenting forged documents, including an invitation letter…
Easter: Orelope-Adefulire urges renewed commitment to sustainable development

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IWD 2025: Orelope-Adefulire reaffirms commitment to accelerating action on women’s welfare

Her remarks were contained in a statement released by her Special Assistant on Media, Desmond Utomwen, to mark the 2025…
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim assures that her ministry will translate policies into action through and economic empowerment for women, others

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Minister pledges action on women’s empowerment

Sulaiman-Ibrahim called for closing the gender financing gap, expanding opportunities in trade, technology, and digital skills, and providing structured support…
UBTH's CMD Prof. Darlington Obaseki lauds President Tinubu’s administration over increase in funding for the healthcare sector.

Health

Tinubu’s administration funding health sector like no other – UBTH’s CMD

By Imelda Osayande The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Darlington Obaseki, has…
Edo Task Force demolishes property of one Karimu Audu, an alleged informant for kidnappers in Eshioriri-Erah, Owan East LG of the state.

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Edo govt demolishes house of another alleged collaborator with kidnappers

Audu, a septuagenarian, is accused of providing information to kidnappers and offering them food and accommodation while they operated in…
Nigerian Govt reiterates efforts to promote sustainable transportation, reduce emissions with inauguration of NEV T6 electric buses

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FG inaugurates EV buses to ensure sustainable mobility

Speaking at the event, the Minister of State for Industry, Sen. John Enoh, said the initiative aligned with the Federal…
Kunle Afolayan, the internationally-recognized Nigerian filmmaker proves the stuff he is made of again at the just concluded 29th FESPACO

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Kunle Afolayan shines at FESPACO 2025

FESPACO, the largest film festival in Africa, holds every two years in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso. It features…
State police

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Nigeria to showcase gains of Tinubu’s reforms at France Business Forum – Minister

The Minister noted that while socio-economic reforms often come with initial challenges, President Tinubu’s steadfast commitment has significantly shortened this…
About 30 people are feared dead while over 40 others were injured in tanker explosion that occurred on Bida-Agaei Road in Niger State

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Seven die as another fuel tanker explodes in Niger

Niger State has suffered many deaths and loss of properties as a result of explosion of petrol tanker in recent…
OSSAP-SDGs convenes regional consultation on Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) for South-South region in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State

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2025 SDGs’ VNR: OSSAP-SDGs holds regional consultation in Uyo  

The consultation provided a platform for government officials, civil society organisations, academia, private sector representatives, and marginalised groups to assess…
Okpebholo

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IWD 2025: Okpebholo approves ₦1bn loan for Edo women

The Governor announced this on Friday in Benin, while declaring open an event in commemoration of this year’s International Women’s…
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