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Kebbi Gov Declares New Emir of Zuru’s Rise ‘Divinely Ordained’, Highlights People’s Choice

Kebbi Gov Declares New Emir of Zuru’s Rise ‘Divinely Ordained’, Highlights People’s Choice Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has described the emergence of the new Emir of Zuru, His Royal Highness Alhaji Sanusi Mikailu Sami, Gomo III, as an event both “divinely ordained” and a clear reflection of “the will of the people.” The […]

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Fani-Kayode, Presidential Aide Reject Bill Maher’s ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegations

Fani-Kayode, Presidential Aide Reject Bill Maher’s ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegations Former Minister of Aviation and prominent political figure, Femi Fani-Kayode, along with an aide to President Bola Tinubu, have publicly and strongly refuted claims made by American political commentator Bill Maher regarding a “genocide of Christians” in Nigeria. The controversy arose following an episode of Maher’s […]

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Barcelona Secures 2-1 Comeback Victory, Lamine Yamal Returns with Instant Assist

Barcelona Secures 2-1 Comeback Victory, Lamine Yamal Returns with Instant Assist FC Barcelona moved to the top of the La Liga table after securing a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory against Real Sociedad at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. The win capitalised on Real Madrid’s heavy defeat a day earlier and was significantly spurred by the […]

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Shehu Sani Debunks Bill Maher’s ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim on Nigerian Insecurity, Insists Violence Is Result of General Banditry and Terrorism

Shehu Sani Debunks Bill Maher’s ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim on Nigerian Insecurity, Insists Violence Is Result of General Banditry and Terrorism Former Nigerian Senator, Shehu Sani, has publicly countered the narrative put forth by American political commentator Bill Maher, who had described the persistent killings in Nigeria as a calculated “Christian genocide.” Sani took to his […]

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PENGASSAN Assures Nigerians of Steady Petrol Supply Despite Nationwide Strike Declaration, Directs Total Shutdown of Dangote Refinery Operations

PENGASSAN Assures Nigerians of Steady Petrol Supply Despite Nationwide Strike Declaration, Directs Total Shutdown of Dangote Refinery Operations The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has moved to allay public fears of a looming fuel scarcity, assuring Nigerians that its scheduled nationwide strike will not disrupt the supply of Premium Motor […]

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Gombe Police Command to Commence Full Enforcement of Tinted Glass Permits Starting October 2, Citing Security Concerns

Gombe Police Command to Commence Full Enforcement of Tinted Glass Permits Starting October 2, Citing Security Concerns The Gombe State Police Command has announced its readiness to commence the full enforcement of the federal motor vehicle tinted glass permit regulations, effective from Thursday, October 2, 2025. The command issued the directive on Sunday, urging all […]

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Dramatic Gabriel Header Secures 96th-Minute Comeback, Arsenal Close Gap on League Leaders

Dramatic Gabriel Header Secures 96th-Minute Comeback, Arsenal Close Gap on League Leaders Arsenal clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park, with two sensational late goals completing a crucial comeback that keeps the pressure firmly on the Premier League leaders. The contest was an intense, controversial affair. Arsenal dominated possession and […]

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Abuja-Kaduna Train Resumes October 1 After Derailment, Corporation Releases New Timetable

Abuja-Kaduna Train Resumes October 1 After Derailment, Corporation Releases New Timetable The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has officially announced the resumption of passenger services on the busy Abuja-Kaduna rail corridor, with operations scheduled to recommence on Wednesday, October 1. The train service had been temporarily suspended since the derailment incident that occurred on August 26 […]

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Ogun State Blasts Gbenga Daniel Over Road Stop-Work Order, Demands Adherence to Due Process

Ogun State Blasts Gbenga Daniel Over Road Stop-Work Order, Demands Adherence to Due Process The political feud between the Ogun State Government and former Governor, now Senator, Gbenga Daniel, has intensified following a fierce public rebuke from the state administration over a stop-work order issued on a Sagamu road project. The Ogun State Government, through […]

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Kaduna Launches Vocational Institute to Train 32,000 Graduates Annually, Prioritising 80% Practical Exposure

Kaduna Launches Vocational Institute to Train 32,000 Graduates Annually, Prioritising 80% Practical Exposure In a robust effort to combat unemployment and cultivate a highly skilled workforce, the Kaduna State Government has announced ambitious plans to train and graduate about 32,000 learners yearly through its newly launched Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development. The Institute, […]

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Governor Soludo Urges Corps Members to Embrace Patriotism, Not Merely ‘Pass Through’ Anambra

Governor Soludo Urges Corps Members to Embrace Patriotism, Not Merely ‘Pass Through’ Anambra The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a strong appeal to the 2025 Batch “B” Stream II of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), urging them to view their service year as a sacred opportunity to demonstrate discipline, patriotism, […]

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AMCON 34% Unity Bank Stake Sold to Existing Investor, Not ProvidusBank

AMCON 34% Unity Bank Stake Sold to Existing Investor, Not ProvidusBank The Chairman of Unity Bank Plc, Hafiz Bashir, has moved to clarify the sale of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria’s (AMCON) 34 per cent stake in the bank, stating that the substantial block of shares was acquired by an existing Unity Bank shareholder […]

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PENGASSAN Threatens Dangote Refinery Picket, Demands Reinstatement of 800 Sacked Workers

PENGASSAN Threatens Dangote Refinery Picket, Demands Reinstatement of 800 Sacked Workers The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has escalated its dispute with the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, threatening to picket the facility over the alleged mass termination of Nigerian workers shortly after they joined the union. The union’s General Secretary, Lumumba […]

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Police Intercept 103 Jerrycans of Smuggled Petrol, Smash Human Trafficking Ring

Police Intercept 103 Jerrycans of Smuggled Petrol, Smash Human Trafficking Ring The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dealt a major blow to cross-border economic saboteurs and criminal networks, announcing the interception of about 103 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), along with the dismantling of a human trafficking ring and the recovery of arms across […]

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Major Milestone: Ex-Governor Ladoja Crowned 44th Olubadan, Demands Ibadan State Creation

Major Milestone: Ex-Governor Ladoja Crowned 44th Olubadan, Demands Ibadan State Creation The ancient city of Ibadan was brought to a standstill on Friday as Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja was officially crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland at the historic Mapo Hall. The coronation, a momentous occasion steeped in tradition, marked the culmination of the monarch’s […]

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Major Concern: 20 Governors Borrow N458 Billion Amid Soaring Debt Servicing Costs

Major Concern: 20 Governors Borrow N458 Billion Amid Soaring Debt Servicing Costs Nigeria’s debt crisis at the sub-national level is deepening as 20 state governors collectively incurred fresh loans amounting to approximately N458 billion in the first half of 2025, according to an analysis of states’ Q2 budget implementation reports. The alarming rate of borrowing […]

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Major Relief: Customs Exempts Manufacturers’ Raw Materials, Spare Parts from 4% Import Levy

Major Relief: Customs Exempts Manufacturers’ Raw Materials, Spare Parts from 4% Import Levy In a landmark move designed to significantly reduce the cost of doing business and boost domestic production, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has granted wide-ranging exemptions to manufacturers, the aviation sector, and the healthcare industry from the controversial four per cent Free-on-Board […]

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Looming Fuel Price Hike: Dangote Refinery Suspends Naira Sales Due to Exhausted Crude Allocation

Looming Fuel Price Hike: Dangote Refinery Suspends Naira Sales Due to Exhausted Crude Allocation The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has sent shockwaves through the downstream oil sector with the announcement of a suspension of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) sales in the local currency, the Naira, effective from Sunday, September 28, 2025. The refinery, a cornerstone of […]

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Ganduje Sets Terms for Kwankwaso’s APC Return, Demands Compliance with Party Structure

Ganduje Sets Terms for Kwankwaso’s APC Return, Demands Compliance with Party Structure The political landscape is buzzing following a definitive statement from Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), outlining what his long-time political rival, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, must do before rejoining the ruling party. Amid intense speculation […]

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Governor Aiyedatiwa Alarms IGP Over Akingboye’s Death Probe, Demands Impartial Investigation

Governor Aiyedatiwa Alarms IGP Over Akingboye’s Death Probe, Demands Impartial Investigation Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has formally raised a serious alarm regarding the police investigation into the mysterious death of Mr. Bamidele Akingboye, the former governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the last state election. The Governor, speaking through his […]