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17-Year-Old Nafisa Aminu Emerges Global English Champion, Beating Contestants from 69 Countries

17-year-old Nafisa Aminu has emerged as the global winner of an international English language competition, outshining participants from 69 countries and earning praise for her exceptional literary and analytical skills.   17-Year-Old Nafisa Abdullah Aminu Crowned World’s Best in English at 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals London, United Kingdom   August 2025 Nafisa Abdullah Aminu, a 17-year-old […]

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NewsGroup Urges Court to Order EFCC Investigation of NNPCL CFO Over Alleged Fraud

The media organization is asking the Federal High Court to direct the anti-graft agency to investigate the Chief Financial Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) over alleged financial misconduct. Abuja, Nigeria – August 5, 2025 A media advocacy group, NewsGroup, has filed a legal action at the Federal High Court in Abuja, […]

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Nigeria Court Orders Deportation of 21 Foreign Hackers, Imposes ₦1 Million Fine Each

Nigerian Court Orders Deportation of 21 Foreign Hackers, Imposes ₦1 Million Fine Each Abuja, Nigeria – August 5, 2025 A Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted and sentenced 21 foreign nationals for cybercrime-related offences, ordering their deportation and imposing a fine of ₦1 million on each of them. The judgment was delivered by Justice […]

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Ondo Police Bust Human Trafficking Syndicate, Arrest Suspects Including Alleged Illegal Immigrants

Ondo Police Bust Human Trafficking Syndicate, Arrest Suspects Including Alleged Illegal Immigrants The Ondo State Police Command has successfully dismantled a suspected human trafficking syndicate, apprehending several individuals believed to be involved in the illicit trade, with some reports indicating that illegal immigrants are among those arrested. This significant breakthrough in law enforcement efforts highlights […]

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Nigeria’s Economy Poised to Hit $450 Billion by Year-End, Predicts CPPE Boss, Dr. Muda Yusuf

Nigeria’s Economy Poised to Hit $450 Billion by Year-End, Predicts CPPE Boss, Dr. Muda Yusuf Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to reach an impressive $450 billion by the fourth quarter of 2025, provided the nation’s economy sustains its recovery trajectory from recent economic reforms without significant disruptions. This optimistic projection was announced by […]

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Atiku / Obi Ticket Won’t Work for ADC,” Says Keyamo Ahead of 2027 Poll

Atiku / Obi Ticket Won’t Work for ADC,” Says Keyamo Ahead of 2027 Poll Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has dismissed the possibility of a successful presidential ticket between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Labour Party candidate Peter Obi running under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 elections. In an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday […]

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APC Set to Reclaim Edo in 2027, Okpebholo Declares

APC Set to Reclaim Edo in 2027, Okpebholo Declares Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a bold political forecast, asserting that the opposition landscape in the state will completely diminish well before the 2027 general elections, with all rival parties eventually gravitating towards the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Okpebholo made this confident declaration […]

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Fresh Clashes in Akwa Ibom Leave 12 Injured, Homes Destroyed

Fresh Clashes in Akwa Ibom Leave 12 Injured, Homes Destroyed At least twelve persons have sustained varying degrees of injuries, and numerous houses have been razed in a fresh outbreak of communal violence in Akwa Ibom State. The clash, which occurred recently, has further heightened tensions in the affected area, leaving residents displaced and property […]

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Nigerian Anglican Church Rejects Election of Openly Gay Archbishop in Wales, Deepening Communion Rift

Nigerian Anglican Church Rejects Election of Openly Gay Archbishop in Wales, Deepening Communion Rift The Nigerian Anglican Church has strongly condemned the recent election of Bishop Cherry Vann as the new Archbishop of Wales, a move that introduces an openly gay Primate into a leadership role within the Anglican Communion. Bishop Vann, who lives in […]

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Nigeria’s $2 Billion Sugar Market Beckons Investors, Says NSDC Boss

Nigeria’s $2 Billion Sugar Market Beckons Investors, Says NSDC Boss Investors are being urged to seize significant opportunities within Nigeria’s burgeoning sugar sector, which currently boasts a market value exceeding $2 billion. Mr. Kamar Bakrin, the Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), made this compelling appeal on Sunday, August 3, 2025, stressing […]

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Gov Sani: North’s Challenges Predate Tinubu, Unfair to Blame President for Self-Inflicted Woes

Gov Sani: North’s Challenges Predate Tinubu, Unfair to Blame President for Self-Inflicted Woes Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has vehemently pushed back against notions that the Northern region is being marginalized under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He argued that many of the North’s deep-seated problems are “self-inflicted” and have festered for decades, long before […]

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National Outcry as Prominent Groups Reject Bill Naming Sultan, Ooni Permanent Traditional Council Co-Chairs

National Outcry as Prominent Groups Reject Bill Naming Sultan, Ooni Permanent Traditional Council Co-Chairs A proposed legislative bill seeking to establish a National Council for Traditional Rulers of Nigeria has ignited widespread controversy, with several leading socio-cultural organizations vehemently rejecting a clause that would permanently enshrine the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife […]

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Aviation Sector Faces Imminent Shutdown as Unions Issue Ultimatum Over Salary Dispute

Aviation Sector Faces Imminent Shutdown as Unions Issue Ultimatum Over Salary Dispute Nigeria’s aviation sector is on the brink of a major shutdown, as key unions have issued a stern seven-day ultimatum to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, demanding the immediate implementation of a long-delayed new salary structure for workers under […]

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Dangote Group Champions Public-Private Partnerships for Bridging Nigeria’s Housing Deficit

Dangote Group Champions Public-Private Partnerships for Bridging Nigeria’s Housing Deficit The Dangote Group has strongly advocated for enhanced public-private partnerships (PPPs) as a crucial strategy to tackle Nigeria’s staggering housing deficit, estimated to be in the millions. This call was made by Dolapo Alli, National Sales Director of Dangote Cement Plc, during the recently concluded […]

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Multiple Groups Provide Lifeline Through Free Medical Outreaches to Vulnerable Nigerians, Widows

Multiple Groups Provide Lifeline Through Free Medical Outreaches to Vulnerable Nigerians, Widows In a commendable display of humanitarian commitment, several non-governmental organizations and philanthropic groups have recently extended vital free medical services to vulnerable persons and widows across various communities in Nigeria. These initiatives aim to bridge critical healthcare gaps for those most impacted by […]

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Legendary Nigerian Sports Icons Honoured as “Dimmed Stars Shine Again” at Emotional Lagos Tribute

Legendary Nigerian Sports Icons Honoured as “Dimmed Stars Shine Again” at Emotional Lagos Tribute The Nigerian sporting fraternity converged in Lagos on Monday, July 28, 2025, for a poignant “Night of Tributes,” commemorating five departed national heroes whose legacies continue to inspire. The event, aptly themed “When Dimmed Stars Shone Again,” celebrated the enduring contributions […]

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Federal Government Orders Relocation in Four Niger LGAs as Flood Threat Intensifies

Federal Government Orders Relocation in Four Niger LGAs as Flood Threat Intensifies The Federal Government has issued a critical directive to residents of four local government areas in Niger State, urging them to relocate to higher ground immediately. This urgent appeal follows a fresh flood warning issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre of […]

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Kidnappers Fall Out Over N3m Ransom After Killing Abuja Victims

Kidnappers Fall Out Over N3m Ransom After Killing Abuja Victims A chilling confession has emerged from a kidnap suspect in Abuja, revealing how a brutal dispute over a N3 million ransom led to internal violence among abductors and exposed the gruesome murders of their two victims: a 55-year-old school nurse and a 14-month-old toddler. The […]

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International Human Rights Commission Urges Presidential Pardon for Abba Kyari Amid Insecurity Concerns

International Human Rights Commission Urges Presidential Pardon for Abba Kyari Amid Insecurity Concerns The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) office in Nigeria has made a significant appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to grant a presidential pardon to the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari. The commission asserts that such a move, though […]

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Vandals Cripple Delta NYSC Camp Ahead of Orientation, Electrical Installations Destroyed

Vandals Cripple Delta NYSC Camp Ahead of Orientation, Electrical Installations Destroyed The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Permanent Orientation Camp in Issele-Uku, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, has been targeted by suspected vandals, resulting in the destruction of all electrical installations just days before the commencement of the 2025 Batch B Stream […]