10th Day in Captivity: Bayagan community begs, Kwara govt, police to rescue monarch - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin The Bayagan-ile Community in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara state has called for the intervention of the police, the state government and other security agencies to rescue the monarchAlhaji Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan-Ile from the bandits. Recall that the monarch, who is still in the captivity of the []The post 10th Day in Captivity: Bayagan community begs, Kwara govt, police to rescue monarch appeared first on Vanguard News.
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12 soldiers, one ex-military arrested in Benin after failed coup attempt - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Around a dozen soldiers have been arrested in Benin following an attempted coup on Sunday, including the alleged ringleaders of the operation, military and security sources told AFP. One source indicated that 13 arrests had been made, with all detainees in active service except one former soldier.The post 12 soldiers, one ex-military arrested in Benin after failed coup attempt appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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2025 AFCON: Exemption rumours untrue Torunarigha - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Rumours flying around by some media outlets about the Super Eagles players invited for the upcoming African Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco was reduced [...]
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2025 MTN/NLO Cup begins in Abuja today - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Bwari Stadium in Abuja is set to become a hub of intense football action today as JNR Danburan takes on Lapai FA in the highly anticipated 2025 edition ofThe post 2025 MTN/NLO Cup begins in Abuja today appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2025: APC reschedules National Caucus, NEC meetings to December 18, 19 - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
TheAll Progressives Congress (APC) has adjusted the dates of its National Caucus and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings to December 18 and 19 respectively. The [...]
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2026 budget: FG lists key focus areas amid global funding cuts - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Only 24% of 2025 aid plan fundraised, say Intl NGOs By Progress Godfrey, Abuja The Federal Government says the 2026 budget will focus on ward-based development, infrastructure, security and stronger domestic production as Nigeria adjusts to declining global aid. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, at a stakeholders engagement with the Nigeria International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) []The post 2026 budget: FG lists key focus areas amid global funding cuts appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2026 Hajj: Kebbi Govt. pays N10bn Loan to secure 1,300 seats, Ahead of NAHCON Deadline - Daily Times
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Executive Chairman, of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruku Aliyu-Yaro, has applauded His Excellency, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, for approving the release of N10 billion loan to secure 1,300 additional Hajj slots for the states intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj exercise. Faruku Yaro made the commendation while addressing a []The post 2026 Hajj: Kebbi Govt. pays N10bn Loan to secure 1,300 seats, Ahead of NAHCON Deadline appeared first on DAILY TIMES Nigeria. N
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2027: Akutah pledges security, welfare, infrastructure if elected Benue governor - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Dr Pius Akutah, has assured the Benue people that his tenure will prioritise security, welfare and infrastructure if elected Governor in 2027. The two senators from Benue State elected on the platformThe post 2027: Akutah pledges security, welfare, infrastructure if elected Benue governor appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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2027: APC urges senatorial zones to maintain rotation of govship seat - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu state, has urged the three senatorial zones to resist the [...]
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2027: Delta central APC stakeholders pledge loyalty to Tinubu, Oborevwori - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Leaders and other stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta Central Senatorial District, yesterday, converged on the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, for a high-level strategic meeting..The post 2027: Delta central APC stakeholders pledge loyalty to Tinubu, Oborevwori appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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2027: Kogi APC group seeks review of coordinator appointment - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
A group within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, the Kogi APC Renaissance Forum, has called for a review of the appointment of the coordinator and RenewedThe post 2027: Kogi APC group seeks review of coordinator appointment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2027: Ondoll deliver over 2million votes for Tinubu, says APC support group - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
A frontline support group within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure over two million votes from theThe post 2027: Ondoll deliver over 2million votes for Tinubu, says APC support group appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2027: We dont take him serious, voters forum slams Dino Melaye - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Ahead of 2027 general elections, a grassroot forum of voters in Kogi State on the aegis of Ijumu Voters Forum (IYF) has slammed the former [...]
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2027: Why Tinubu will be reelected convincingly Yilwatda - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has offered fresh insights into why he believes President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is poised to secure a sweeping victory in the 2027 general elections.The post 2027: Why Tinubu will be reelected convincingly Yilwatda appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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2027: Zoning not on the table, make up your mind ADC tellsObi - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Abdullahi encouraged Obi to reach a clear decision on his political alignment ahead of the 2027 polls.The post 2027: Zoning not on the table, make up your mind ADC tellsObi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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21 kidnapped victims rescued from Enugu, Kaduna forests - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Troops of Sector 1, Joint Task Force Southeast, Operation UDO KA (OPUK) have rescued 14 kidnap victims from Orokam forest in Enugu State after fierce gunbattle with the criminals. OrakamThe post 21 kidnapped victims rescued from Enugu, Kaduna forests appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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4 killed, others wounded, as suspected cultists invade Anambra market - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
At least four persons have been confirmed killed with many injured as suspected cultists attacked Afor Market, Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area (LGA), Anambra state. [...]
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7.6m Tramadol Pills, 76,273kg Colorado, Skunk Seized in Delta, Imo, Adamawa raids - Thisday
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
As Customs seizes N720m worth of Tramadol, Indian hemp in Katsina Michael Olugbode in Abuja and Francis Sardaunain Katsina Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have
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9-man Real Madrid crumble at home as Celta Vigo claim 2-0 win - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Real Madrid crashed to a damaging 2-0 home defeat by Celta Vigo on Sunday in La Liga, finishing the game with nine men after red cards for Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras.The post 9-man Real Madrid crumble at home as Celta Vigo claim 2-0 win appeared first on Vanguard News.
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A MISSING LINK IN UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE: POLICY ACTIONS TO INTEGRATE INFORMAL HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS INTO NIGERIAS HEALTH SYSTEM - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
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Abia, NDPHC begin construction of 7.5MVA injection substation in Umuahia - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
A major step toward strengthening electricity supply in Abia State was taken as the state government, in partnership with the Niger Delta Power Holding Company [...]
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Abiodun, Adeboye, associates honour Adedoyin at 90th birthday thanksgiving - Punch
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Dignitaries including Pastor Adeboye and Gov. Abiodun celebrate industrialist Samuel Adedoyin's 90th birthday at a thanksgiving service in Lagos....
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Adamawa govt imposes curfew as Lamurde boils again - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Adamawa state government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following a communal clash feared to have caused much damage. The government said on Monday thatThe post Adamawa govt imposes curfew as Lamurde boils again appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Adamawa Police deploy mobile force as communal clashes erupt in Lamurde - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Adamawa State Police Command has deployed units of the Mobile Police Force to Lamurde Local Government Area following renewed communal violence between the Bachama and Chobo communities.The post Adamawa Police deploy mobile force as communal clashes erupt in Lamurde appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Adamawa to Launch Immunisation Drive to Boost Healthcare - Thisday
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Daji Saniin Yola The Adamawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ADSPHCDA) is set to launch the National Immunisation Plus Days, a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing the states healthcare
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ADC Plans to Join Protests by Local Contractors, Pensioners - Thisday
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Chuks Okochain Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) yesterday said it is prepared to join the ongoing protests by local contractors and pensioners across the country if the federal government
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ADC to FG: If you can act in Benin overnight, why not protect Nigerians - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has taken a swipe at the Federal Government over its rapid intervention in the attempted coup in the Benin Republic, saying the speed of action only highlights how slowly the government responds to the insecurity tormenting communities across Nigeria. In a statement signed by Mallam []The post ADC to FG: If you can act in Benin overnight, why not protect Nigerians' appeared first on Vanguard News.
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ADC to join local contractors, pensioners in protest condemns FG debts - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Sunday said it is prepared to join the ongoing protests by local contractors and pensioners across the country if the Federal Government fails to respond to their plight. In a statement signed by itsThe post ADC to join local contractors, pensioners in protest condemns FG debts appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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ADC to Obi: Make Up Your Mind Now - Thisday
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
*Atiku visits Jonathan at Abuja home Chuks Okocha in Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has asked the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, to make up
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ADC urges Peter Obi to decide on joining party amid zoning concerns - Daily Times
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, to make a swift decision on whether he intends to join the partys emerging coalition. Obi had recently expressed concerns that the coalition was faltering, particularly over its inability to agree on zoning and rotation of key offices. He, []The post ADC urges Peter Obi to decide on joining party amid zoning concerns appeared first on DAILY TIMES Nigeria. Nigeria News from Nigeria Newspap
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Adedejis reforms have boosted revenue generation, say CSOs - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Some civil society organisations (CSOs) have commended ongoing reforms at the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) championed by its Chairman, Zacch Adedeji. Over 72 organisations said the reforms have boostedThe post Adedejis reforms have boosted revenue generation, say CSOs appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles group opponent land in Morocco - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Uganda national team, the Cranes, has arrived in Casablanca, Morocco, to commence their final phase of preparations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of [...]
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AFCON hopeful Uche admits Palace frustration - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Super Eagles AFCON hopeful Christantus Uche has admitted been unhappy at Crystal Palace. On-loan from Getafe this season, Uche who is listed in the Super Eagles 54-man provisional list forThe post AFCON hopeful Uche admits Palace frustration appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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African players in Europe: Unused sub Salah steals spotlight - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Mohamed Salah was an unused substitute when Liverpool away to Leeds, but it did not stop the Egypt captain capturing the media spotlight.The post African players in Europe: Unused sub Salah steals spotlight appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Again, information minister receives Excellence Award, pledges trust in public communication - Blueprint
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the federal governments commitment to restoring public trust in official communication, stating that honesty, [...]
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Airlines remit $60.4b taxes, charges to governments in 2024 - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said airlines worldwide paid about $60.4 billion in taxes and charges to governments in 2024.The post Airlines remit $60.4b taxes, charges to governments in 2024 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Akpabios visionary leadership resonates across Nigeria, says Reps Deputy Speaker - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has described the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, as a visionary leader whose impact continues to resonate across the nation. TheThe post Akpabios visionary leadership resonates across Nigeria, says Reps Deputy Speaker appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Alaafin extols Remi Tinubus virtue on chieftaincy conferment - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade has congratulated the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her conferment with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile OoduaThe post Alaafin extols Remi Tinubus virtue on chieftaincy conferment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Alaafin, Ekiti monarch felicitate Ooni on 10th coronation anniversary - Punch
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Alaafin of Oyo and Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti celebrate the Ooni of Ife on his 10th coronation anniversary, praising his leadership in uniting Yoruba monarch...
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Alleged Corruption: Court Gives Tinubu, Ojulari 14 Days To Enter Defence - New Telegraph
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
An Abuja High Court presided over by Justice M.A. Madugu has given President Bola Tinubu and the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, 14 days to file a counter-affidavit in the suit seeking Ojularis suspension from office for alleged corruption. Justice Madugu, while ruling on a...The post Alleged Corruption: Court Gives Tinubu, Ojulari 14 Days To Enter Defence appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Alleged Genocide: US delegation in Nigeria - The Authority
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
*Meets Ribadu A United States Congressional delegation has arrived Nigeria and met with Nigerias National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, on strategic security partnership held in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Ribadu confirmed the visit in a statement on Sunday afternoon, explaining that he received the delegation on a fact-finding...The post Alleged Genocide: US delegation in Nigeria appeared first on THE AUTHORITY NEWS.
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Alleged N135b debt sparks debate between APC factions in Jigawa - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
An alleged N135 billion debt said to have been incurred by the administration of Governor Umar Namadi in 2025 has sparked a heated debate between the two rival factions of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State. TheThe post Alleged N135b debt sparks debate between APC factions in Jigawa appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Amid blackouts: NERC, experts clash as DisCos revenue rises to N1.7trn - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Billing, collection efficiency on the rise NERC Experts disagree, say customers are being cheated By Ediri Ejoh The Nigerian ElectricityRegulatory Commission,NERC, and experts in the sector appear to be singing a different song over the factors driving the increase in the revenue of electricity distribution companies, DisCos. While NERC attributed the increase in []The post Amid blackouts: NERC, experts clash as DisCos revenue rises to N1.7trn appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Analysts project 104% gain on Access Holdings on earnings outlook - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Investors in Access Holdings Plc could realize more than a double return on their investments over the next 12 months. Analysts at CardinalStone Group said they were placing a buyThe post Analysts project 104% gain on Access Holdings on earnings outlook appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Anambra killings caused by rival cult clash Police - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Anambra State Police Command has said the deadly attack in Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state, was the result of a confrontation between rival cult groups.The post Anambra killings caused by rival cult clash Police appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Angry Alonso demands Real Madrid reaction against Man City - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso called on his team to bounce back quickly after a painful defeat by Celta Vigo on Sunday when they face Manchester City in the Champions League.The post Angry Alonso demands Real Madrid reaction against Man City appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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APC must sustain Nentawes leadership for party stability Renewed Hope coordinator - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Enugu State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Agenda 2027 and leader of the Ifediche Political Family in Greater Awgu, Mazi Ezenwa Onyirimba, has called on APC members nationwide toThe post APC must sustain Nentawes leadership for party stability Renewed Hope coordinator appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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APC postpones Caucus, NEC meetings - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the postponement of the partys National Caucus and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings. The meetings wereThe post APC postpones Caucus, NEC meetings appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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APC shifts Kefas official reception to January - Punch
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Taraba State APC has deferred the formal reception for Governor Agbu Kefas. Find out why the ceremony marking his move to the APC is now in January....
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APC will win 2027 elections convincingly, Yilwatda boasts - Punch
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda projects a sweeping victory for the ruling party in the 2027 elections, citing Tinubu's growing acceptance....
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Appeal Court introduces special sittings to tackle case congestion - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has lauded the Court of Appeal for introducing special sittings across its divisions to tackle case congestion. The AGF gave the commendation at a ceremony the Court of Appeal held to mark the beginning of its 2025/2026 Legal Year. He said the initiative demonstrated responsiveness to []The post Appeal Court introduces special sittings to tackle case congestion appeared first on Vanguard News.
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APWEN urges professionals to embrace emotional intelligence - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has called on women engineers and professionals across sectors to leverage emotional intelligence as a tool for effective leadership, conflict resolution and empathetic governance.The post APWEN urges professionals to embrace emotional intelligence appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Arewa Consultative Youth Movement: Hand Of Esau And Voice Of Jacob On Adedeji - New Telegraph
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Ordinarily, the campaign by Arewa Consultative Youth Movement on an ambiguous, spurious and veiled scraggy allegation for which they are asking Federal Inland Revenue Service Chairman, Zacch Adedeji, to step aside to be investigated over his unstated lifestyle should be ignored. It can at best be a level of economic sabotage in Nigeria, given the...The post Arewa Consultative Youth Movement: Hand Of Esau And Voice Of Jacob On Adedeji appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Arewa consultative youth movement: Hand of Esau and voice of Jacob on Zacch Adedeji - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Ordinarily, the campaign by Arewa Consultative Youth Movement on an ambiguous, spurious and veiled scraggy allegation for which they are asking Federal Inland Revenue Service Chairman, Zacch Adedeji to stepThe post Arewa consultative youth movement: Hand of Esau and voice of Jacob on Zacch Adedeji appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Army foils robbery, rescues kidnap victims, recovers weapons in Taraba - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Troops of the Nigerian Armys 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have foiled a robbery attack, rescued abducted travellers, and recovered weapons in a series of coordinated operations across Taraba State. The operations were disclosed in a statement issued onThe post Army foils robbery, rescues kidnap victims, recovers weapons in Taraba appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Asaba International Road Race debuts amid applause - Guardian
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Nigerias crowded sports calendar gained a new entrant at the weekend, as the maiden Asaba International Road Race made its debut, drawing 500 athletes to compete for $5,000 prize money each in the male and female categories. At the flag-offThe post Asaba International Road Race debuts amid applause appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Association targets affordable health scheme for members - The Nation
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
The Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria (ADSN) has taken a decisive step towards formalising and expanding its century-old medical services with the official launch of AnsarCare, a new healthcare initiative setThe post Association targets affordable health scheme for members appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Attacks on Sudan hospital, kindergarten kill 114, WHO reports - Punch
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
A WHO report confirms a "senseless" Sudan hospital attack and strikes on a kindergarten killed 114 people, including 63 children, in South Kordofan....
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Attempted coup: Benins President thanks army leaders for remaining loyal - Vanguard
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Benins President Patrice Talon has thanked army leaders for helping to defeat an attempted military coup in the West African nation. He also vowed that the mutineers would be punished. On Sunday morning, a group of soldiers calling themselves the Military Committee for Refoundation seized control of state television and announced that the government had []The post Attempted coup: Benins President thanks army leaders for remaining loyal appeared first on Vanguard News.
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