Super Eagles Captain, Troost-Ekong Retires Few Weeks Before AFCON 2025 (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
William Troost-Ekong's decision comes just a few weeks to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
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NNPCL Slashes Fuel Price Second Time In Less Than One Week
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Retail outlets in Abuja were monitored and it was gathered that the state-owned oil firm has reduced its petrol price to N920 per liter, down from N930.
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Gunmen Abduct Two Chinese Nationals From Construction Site In Kwara
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
They were working on the Bode Saadu/Kaiama/Kosubosu road project during the week when they were forcefully whisked away by the gunmen.
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Tinubu Swears In Ex-CDS Musa As Defence Minister
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Musa, a former Chief of Defence Staff, took the oath of office on Thursday at the State House, Abuja.
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Tinubu Nominates Ibas, Dambazau As Ambassadors
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
This is coming barely a week after Tinubu transmitted the names of Reno Omokri, former INEC Chairman, Mahmoud Yakubu and others to the Senate for consideration as ambassadors.
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BREAKING: Super Eagles Captain, Troost-Ekong Retires Few Weeks Before AFCON 2025 (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
William Troost-Ekong's decision comes just a few weeks to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Why I Dont Want To Stay In Sokoto Prison Nnamdi Kanu
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In a motion ex parte he personally signed, the IPOB leader has now claimed his detention in Sokoto Custodial Center would affect his appeal.
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Nigerian Army Troops Rescued Kidnapped Pastor, Recover Arms In Plateau (Photos)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The victim was abducted in front of his residence at Agingi Village along the Rukuba Road on 3 December 2025.
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Is This The Renewed Hope You Promised Nigerians' - Nollywood Actor, Yul Edochie Slams President Tinubu
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Yul who has been a strong supporter of the President pointed out the alarming rate of insecurity across the country as well as the high cost of living.
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Police Arrest Nigerian Businesswoman For Burning Maids Hands, Privates In Imo
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Apart from inflicting injuries on the minors private part, the businesswoman also used hot water to peel off the childs two hands and used candle wax to scald her body.
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How to Download a Sports Service App on Android
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
A comprehensive guide explaining the steps to download and install sports service apps on Android devices, with essential tips to ensure a safe and smooth experience.
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BREAKING: NNPCL Slashes Fuel Price Second Time In Less Than One Week
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Retail outlets in Abuja were monitored and it was gathered that the state-owned oil firm has reduced its petrol price to N920 per liter, down from N930.
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President Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks Omokri, Fani-Kayode, Others Confirmation
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The request came barely 24 hours after the upper chamber began screening an earlier set of three ambassadorial nominees.
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Wizkids 'Morayo' Album Climbs To No. 6 On Apple Music Nigeria Top Albums Chart (Photo)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The 16-track project blends Afrobeats, R&B, and reflective themes of loss, healing, and gratitude, featuring collaborations with Brent Faiyaz, Asake, and Burna Boy.
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Court Fixes Date To Hear Motion Seeking Nnamdi Kanus Movement From Sokoto Prison
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Justice James Omotosho set the date for Thursday after declining to hear the motion due to the applicants lack of legal representation.
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BREAKING: Gunmen Abduct Two Chinese Nationals From Construction Site In Kwara
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
They were working on the Bode Saadu/Kaiama/Kosubosu road project during the week when they were forcefully whisked away by the gunmen.
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It Is Very Personal To Me Toke Makinwa Declares As She Gets Set To Celebrate First Christmas As A Mom (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The former OAP, who welcomed her first child this year, shared a video of her massive Christmas decorations on her Instagram page.
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Taraba: Troops Destroy Bandits Camps, Arrest Key Suspects, Recover Weapons
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The troops have recorded multiple operational successes that include the destruction of bandits camps, neutralisation of armed elements, recovery of weapons, and the arrest of a key suspect linked to criminal activities in the region.
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BREAKING: Tinubu Swears In Ex-CDS Musa As Defence Minister
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Musa, a former Chief of Defence Staff, took the oath of office on Thursday at the State House, Abuja.
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2026 World Cup Draw: All You Need To Know
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Countries like Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Wales still have work to do to qualify, with their play-off games in March.
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There Will Be No More Negotiation Or Ransom Payment To Terrorists Defence Minister, Gen. Musa Declares
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
He also said Nigerias fight against insecurity would remain ineffective until the country established a unified national database that captured every citizen and linked all security, banking and identity systems together.
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Pandemonium As Stray Bullets Fired By Security Operatives K!ll Two Protesters In Kogi Community (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Witnesses said the security personnel opened fire as youths staged a protest over rising insecurity, following a violent bandit attack on the community earlier in the day.
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Insensitive, Abuse Of Trust Peter Obi Slams Distribution Of 2027 Election Campaign Vehicles
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The former Anambra State governor said while ordinary Nigerians are grappling with poverty and hopelessness, those in leadership positions continue to flaunt their wealth by driving brand-new luxury vehicles, treating the suffering of the people as mere background for political theatrics.
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Harrison Gwamnishu Reacts After Being Accused Of Removing N5.4m From Ransom Money Gathered For Abducted Edo Couple
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The couple, a pregnant woman and her husband., were abducted a few weeks ago and have been in captivity since then. The abductors initially demanded for N50 million ransom but the family negotiated it to N20 million.
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Nnamdi Kanu: Tinubu Is Not A Law Court Buharis Ex-Aide Tackles Otti Over Aso Rock Visit
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Ahmad informed Otti that Tinubu is not a court of law or the judiciary, stressing that justice is not negotiated in private meetings.
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How The UK Japa Wave Has Silently Destroyed Countless Marriages - Nigerian Lawyer Reveals
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Cole shared his thoughts on his X (formerly Twitter) handle after news surfaced that a Nigerian cleric and his wife had separated just three years after relocating to the UK.
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BREAKING: Tinubu Nominates Ibas, Dambazau As Ambassadors
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
This is coming barely a week after Tinubu transmitted the names of Reno Omokri, former INEC Chairman, Mahmoud Yakubu and others to the Senate for consideration as ambassadors.
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Lord, Please Direct My Path Nollywood Actress, Regina Daniels Prays Amid Marriage Crisis (Photos)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The popular actress, who has been spending several days in London, recently took to Instagram to share a series of new photos of herself.
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Nigerians To Be Affected As US Senator Proposes Bill To Ban Dual Citizenship
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Moreno, who previously gave up his Colombian citizenship, argued that dual citizenship poses conflicts of interest and divided loyalties.
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All My Life Ive Been Trying To Be There For People, I'm Now In A Phase Of Self-Prioritization Olamide Declares (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The YBNL boss noted that he has been assisting others while also pushing his own music career, but now he is fully committed to his own well-being.
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Your Support For Nnamdi Kanu Shows Igbos Are United Ejimakor Hails Ndigbo
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The lawyer stressed that the November 20, 2025 judgment was an indictment on the whole Igbo people, and not on Kanu as an individual.
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If Love Had A WiFi Signal, Wed Be On 5G Actress Seiilat Tells Husband As She Counts Down To 5th Wedding Anniversary
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Taking to her Instagram page to share lovely photos of herself and husband over the years, she said that if love had a WiFi signal, theyd be on 5G, never buffering, and always streaming jokes and hugs.
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Nigeria-US Relations Intact Despite Visa Decision On Individuals Information Minister, Idris
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
He was responding to questions on the US visa restrictions announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, targeting individuals linked to alleged religious persecution in Nigeria.
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Ive Helped More People In Music Industry Than Olamide, Don Jazzy, Others Portable Claims (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Speaking in a video broadcast, the Zazu crooner stated that his assistance is not only limited to those in the music industry but also extends to the less privileged.
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Nigerian Actress, Stella Damasus Receives Husbands Posthumous Award, Vows To Keep His Legacy Alive (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In an Instagram post, Damasus shared a video of herself and their daughters accepting the award, expressing gratitude for the recognition.
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It Almost Took My Life - Nollywood Actress, Bisola Badmus Recounts Surviving Brain Tumor As She Celebrates Birthday
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In an Instagram post, she expressed gratitude to God for intervention and mercy, saying shes now hale and hearty.
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Transfer: Victor Osimhen To Replace Vinicius Jr At Real Madrid Sunday Oliseh
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
According to a relative who spoke to SaharaReporters late Wednesday evening, the woman, whose name is Adaeze Gift Echendu Ike, had travelled from Enugu to Abuja earlier in the day to stay with her cousin after walking out of her marriage.
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How Nigerian Army Rescued Four Civilians Who Were Abducted And Were Being Taken To Cameroon By Boat (Photos)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The rescue, conducted on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, occurred after soldiers on routine water patrol intercepted armed militants ferrying the abducted victims in a boat toward Isangele, Achibong, in the Republic of Cameroon.
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Donald Trump Should Stop Weapons Supply To Nigeria, Peter Obi Is Concerned About Christians, Muslims Obidient Movement
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Reacting to Trumps war threat against Nigeria, Tanko noted that Nigeria does not produce guns, and suppliers must be importing weapons into the country.
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Anthony Joshua Can 'Kill' Jake Paul Oleksandr Usyk Warns
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The former undisputed heavyweight champion, who has gone the full distance with Joshua across two gruelling bouts, said the gulf in experience and size between the pair makes the match-up dangerously one-sided.
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Ambassadorial List: Over 70 Percent Of People Around Tinubu Previously Worked Against Him Presidency
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Bwala was reacting to claims that some names should not be on the ambassadorial list because they had worked against and insulted Tinubu in the past.
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Late Singer, Mohbads Widow, Wunmi Gives Update On Her DNA Court Case With Her Father In-Law, Joseph Aloba
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
He approached the court for an order to compel Wunmi to allow the DNA test to be carried out. Over time, many Nigerians have accused Wunmi of evading the process.
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President Tinubu Reacts As Senate Confirms Gen. Christopher Musa As Defence Minister
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Musa was confirmed by the lawmakers after about five hours of grilling, questioning and interrogations by members of the upper legislative chamber.
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Benue Community Leaders Probe Alleged 'Underage Marriage' Controversy, Confirm Bride-To-Be's Age (Photos)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
According to findings from the inquiry, the bride-to-be, Angel, was born in 2006 and completed her secondary education last year.
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Angry Villagers Stage Protest With The Corpse Of A Councillors Wife At Anti-Cult Police Unit In Abia
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The late Mrs. Williams, who gave birth nine days ago, reportedly slumped and d!ed on Wednesday after her husband and three other councillors were allegedly assaulted and detained by the Anti-Cult Police Unit following a petition purportedly written by a revenue agent.
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Tension As Catholic Priest Gets Kidnapped In Kaduna
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Diocese of Zaria confirmed the disturbing development on Wednesday, in an official notice signed by the Diocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Isek Augustine.
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I Met Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu, Not Planned Defection To APC Governor Otti Reveals
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Otti explained that his visit to Tinubu was not centered around plans to defeat to the All Progressives Congress, APC.
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Drama As Jesse Jagz Storms Daddy Freezes IG Live To Blast Him And Other Nigerians For Discussing 2Babas Marriage (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Recall that on Monday, December 1, a former manager of 2Face, Kaka Igbokwe, had an interview with Daddy Freeze on IG where he made some shocking allegations about 2Face's marriage to Natasha.
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Alleged Ritual K!lling: Why We M8rdered Ogun FRSC Officer, Daughter Victim's Friend And Herbalists Confess (Photos)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Fajemirokun,40, who was arrested in Ghana, was paraded alongside two herbalists, Gboyega Daramola and Sunday James, at the headquarters of the Osun State Police Command in Osogbo on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
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Im Single And Unavailable BBNaija Star, Queen Mercy Reveals While Replying Fan Questioning Her Marital Status
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
She revealed her current status on Instagram while responding to a user who asked about her relationship status.
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Trumps Govt Announces Visa Ban For Terrorism Financers And Supporters In Nigeria, Other Countries
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, made the announcement in a post on his official X account on Wednesday.
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Nigerian Senate Confirms Christopher Musa As Defence Minister
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Senate had commenced the screening of General Musa as the new Minister of Defence on Wednesday.
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I Saw One Senator Recently Calling On Tinubu To Remove Ribadu Deji Adeyanju Says
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Lawmakers at Wednesdays plenary adopted a report from its security debate held last week, passing a resolution that seeks full public disclosure and swift sanctions.
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Popular Comedian AY Makun Stirs Reactions After Warning People To Beware Of Friends Who Chase Negative News For Clout
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In a post on X, AY warned his followers to be careful of anyone who calls them friend but rushes to jump on negative stories just to trend or make money.
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EFCC Arraigns Two Businessmen For N1.55 Billion Fraud, Illegal Forex Operations
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The funds were reportedly obtained from Ocean Lord Limited under the pretense of holding a legitimate foreign exchange transaction licence.
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Drama As Angry Nigerian Soldiers And Policemen Publicly Exchange Blows In Plateau (Video)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The spokesperson of the state police command, SP Alabo Alfred, disclosed that the situation had been brought under control and called on residents to go about their normal businesses.
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Dont Clear Reno Omokri As Ambassador APC Chieftain Tells DSS
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Addressing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, Onoh cautioned that approving Omokri, who is currently undergoing DSS vetting as an ambassadorial nominee, would have serious and unnecessary repercussions for both the agency and the nation.
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Rowdy Session As Senators Reject Bow And Go For Ex-CDS Christopher Musa
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Trouble started when the Senator representing Niger East, Sani Musa, proposed that the nominee be allowed to take a bow and go.
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This Too Shall Pass - Nigerian Rapper, Ikechukwu Declares Support For 2Baba Amid His Marital Crisis (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
He wrote that the storm will pass, adding that when everything settles, theyll celebrate like nothing happened.
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Im Not Afraid Of De@th Nigerian Singer, Peter Okoye Declares, Reveals The Only Thing That Scares Him (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Recounting a childhood experience, he said his familys rented one-bedroom apartment was demolished after the landlord sold the property.
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BREAKING: Trumps Govt Announces Visa Ban For Terrorism Financers And Supporters In Nigeria, Other Countries
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, made the announcement in a post on his official X account on Wednesday.
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Music Executive, Teebillz Reveals Conversation He Had With 2Baba As He Begs The Singer To Work On Himself
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The Nigerian talent manager shared the conversation he had with 2Baba while urging the singer to get help.
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Those Daily Prayers People Join Online Are The Most "Useless" Kind Of Prayers And Achieve Nothing - Catholic Priest Declares
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Rev. Fr. Kelvin Ugwu took to Facebook to claim that online prayers iare the most "useless" kind of prayers and they achieve nothing.
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BREAKING: Nigerian Senate Confirms Christopher Musa As Defence Minister
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The Senate had commenced the screening of General Musa as the new Minister of Defence on Wednesday.
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This It Is Getting Out Of Hand, It Is Putting Natasha At Risk 2Baba Speaks Out Amid Marital Crisis (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
In a video message shared on his Facebook page, the singer described the situation as getting out of hand and dangerous, warning that the ongoing speculation could put his wife at risk.
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Nigerias Presidency Is Being Run From Outside, Tinubu Is Caged In Aso Rock Sen Yari Claims
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The former governor of Zamfara State spoke during the One Nigeria Project Conference in Abuja on Wednesday.
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BREAKING: Rowdy Session As Senators Reject Bow And Go For Ex-CDS Christopher Musa
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Trouble started when the Senator representing Niger East, Sani Musa, proposed that the nominee be allowed to take a bow and go.
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My Resignation Is Not Over US, Tinubu Military Threat Ex-Defence Minister Badaru Clears The Air
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
In a statement on Wednesday, Badaru described the report as false, malicious, and intended to misrepresent his reasons for leaving office.
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Nigerias Judiciary Is At War With Its Own Laws Nnamdi Kanu's Defence Team Blows Hot
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Kanu was convicted for terrorism, and sentenced to life imprisonment by the court presided by Justice James Omotosho on November 20, 2025.
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Were Coming To Save You Nigerian Singer, Teni Reacts To 2Babas Distress Call (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
It was the first time 2Baba was making a public comment since the controversy involving him and his wife, Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, began trending online.
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Ill Help Free Nnamdi Kanu If Biafra Radio, Sit-At-Home End Satguru Maharaj Ji Vows
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Maharaj Ji stated this while speaking in an interview granted to his temples in-house radio on Wednesday.
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A Soldier's Salary Is 150k After 20 Years Of Service - Nigerian Soldier Breaks Down Alleged Army Salary Structure (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
He claimed that there are other benefits ranging from N20-25k depending on where one serves.
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Media Personality, Daddy Freeze Identifies An Important Quality Men Must Look Out For When Choosing A Wife
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The cryptic note highlights the value that he places on composure and emotional stability in a spouse, suggesting that a calm partner can help navigate the inevitable challenges of marriage.
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Senator Ned Nwoko Praises His Moroccan Wife Laila Charani, Highlights Her Virtues Amid Marital Crisis With Regina Daniels
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The politician shared a photo of him, Laila, and their children, then went on to speak highly of her.
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I Am Still Waiting For Your Call - Heartbroken Nigerian Woman Mourns As Her Fianc D!es Just Four Weeks To Their Wedding
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The couple's wedding was scheduled to hold on December 29, 2025 in Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
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Nollywood Actress, Rita Edochie Advises Community Leaders On What To Do To 'Make Kidnappings Stop Overnight
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The actress shared a photo of the leader of the secessionist group, Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, who has be sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of terrorism.
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Cultural Perceptions of the P2P Trading Platform: Myths and Realities Around the World
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The global rise of the P2P trading platform has sparked a wide range of cultural perceptions. By examining the myths and realities across regions, we can better understand why this model thrives differently around the world.
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Defence Minister: Senate Screens Ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
If confirmed, Musa will replace a former defence minister, Mohammed Badaru, who resigned from the position.
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Pastor Shocks His Congregation During Sunday Service After Publicly Announcing He Is Transitioning Into A Woman (Video)
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Reverend Phil Phaneuf, 51, who was born male, shared that she has been undergoing a gender transition with her congregation at North Chili United Methodist Church (UMC) during Sunday service.
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Burna Boy Pledges To Cover Funeral Expenses For Children K!lled During Birthday Party Mass Sho0ting In US
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
The Last Last singer said that he had an emotional connection to the story after hearing about it on The Breakfast Club radio show.
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2nd Niger Delta Games: Ikpokpo impressed with facilities in Edo - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Led by Itiako Ikpokpo, the project management team was conducted around key sporting locations in Benin City by the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Desmond Enabulele.The post 2nd Niger Delta Games: Ikpokpo impressed with facilities in Edo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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A troubling message from Guinea-Bissau, By Azu Ishiekwene - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
None of the three Guineas is thriving, but in Guinea-Bissau, the country that sits on Africas map like a tongue of fire, recent events are twisting that nations fate into profound misery. Guinea Conakry is in the grip of a military dictatorship with a messianic complex, while Equatorial Guinea is led by an authoritarian civilian []The post A troubling message from Guinea-Bissau, By Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ABUAD Benefits From British Council Grant To Promote Gender Equality In Academia - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has received funding support from a new British Councilfunded 30,000 catalytic grant designed to strengthen gender equality and expand womens leadership in higher education across Nigeria. The development was announced on Wednesday at the opening of a three-day workshop titled Empower: Leadership Training for Women in Higher Education, held at...The post ABUAD Benefits From British Council Grant To Promote Gender Equality In Academia appeared first on
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Adamawa Govt Releases N450m Counterpart Funding To Boost Child Nutrition ADSPHCDA - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Adamawa State Government has released 450 million as counterpart funding to enhance child nutrition and access additional support, the Executive Chairman of the Adamawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ADSPHCDA), Dr. Suleiman Bashir, has announced. Dr. Bashir made the disclosure during a media engagement in Yola themed Mass Media Dialogue with Journalists, Social...The post Adamawa Govt Releases N450m Counterpart Funding To Boost Child Nutrition ADSPHCDA appeared first on New T
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Adamawa-Taraba Customs Command Seizes 184,000 Litres Of Pms In 8 Weeks - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The anti-smuggling operations of the Nigeria Customs Service, known as Operation Whirlwind (Zone D), have recorded 55 seizures of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) valued at 181,603,515 within the last eight weeks. The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, announced this on Thursday in Yola while parading the intercepted items during...The post Adamawa-Taraba Customs Command Seizes 184,000 Litres Of Pms In 8 Weeks appeared first on New Telegraph.
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AFCON 2025 Countdown: Chukwueze, Lookman, Okoye, Ajayi lead charge as stars hit championship form for action in Morocco - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
For a football nation still reeling from a disappointing 2026 World Cup qualifying collapse, the AFCON presents more than just redemption; it offers a path back to continental dominance.The post AFCON 2025 Countdown: Chukwueze, Lookman, Okoye, Ajayi lead charge as stars hit championship form for action in Morocco appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Afreximbank calls for urgent digital transformation in intra-African trade - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Despite its transformative potential, intra-African trade remains between 15 and 18 per cent compared to 60 per cent in Europe and about 40 per cent in Asia.The post Afreximbank calls for urgent digital transformation in intra-African trade appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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AIDS fight must reach rural communities, says regional manager - Daily Trust
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Regional Manager, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) for the Federal Capital Territory, Dr. Tangkat Hosle, has called for stronger government-led and community-owned efforts to control HIV/AIDS, insisting that sustaining innovations is crucial to ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Speaking at the 2025 World AIDS Day commemoration on Tuesday in []
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Akwa Ibom govt rejects blacklisting of Eno by IPI Nigeria - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
According to the IPI Nigeria, Governor Eno is blacklisted for barring Channels Television reporters from the Government House Press Centre in May 2025 after they reported an undemocratic remark by the governor.The post Akwa Ibom govt rejects blacklisting of Eno by IPI Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Akwa Ibom lawmaker outlines states plans to strengthen healthcare system - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Mr Essien noted that while Nigeria allocates about 5.7 per cent of its national budget to health, far below the 15 per cent Abuja Declaration target, Akwa Ibom has consistently allocated between 11 and 11.6 per cent in recent years.The post Akwa Ibom lawmaker outlines states plans to strengthen healthcare system appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ANALYSIS: Nigerias deep insecurity demands more than an emergency declaration - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The countrys security sector is beset by long-standing challenges that undermine its ability to address violence and insecurity.The post ANALYSIS: Nigerias deep insecurity demands more than an emergency declaration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Appeal Court affirms judgement barring VIOs from impounding vehicles, imposing fines on motorists - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Court of Appeal affirmed the judgement of the Federal High Court that VIOs lack the power to confiscate vehicles or impose fines on motorists for whatever reason.The post Appeal Court affirms judgement barring VIOs from impounding vehicles, imposing fines on motorists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Bayelsa Govt Urges NDDC To Complete Abandoned Akenfa Bridge - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Bayelsa State Government has called on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to resume and complete the long-abandoned bridge project in Akenfa community, a suburb of Yenagoa, the state capital. Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo made the call on Thursday while presiding over an enlarged meeting with representatives of the NDDC, leaders of Akenfa community...The post Bayelsa Govt Urges NDDC To Complete Abandoned Akenfa Bridge appeared first on New Telegraph.
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CBAAC Mourns Passing Of Renowned Historian, Oyeweso - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilisation (CBAAC) has expressed profound sadness over the passing of Prof. Abdulgafar Siyan Oyeweso, former ProChancellor and Chairman of Council at Obafemi Awolowo University. In a statement signed by the DirectorGeneral, Aisha Adamu Augie, the Centre described the late professor as a distinguished African historian, proud CBAAC...The post CBAAC Mourns Passing Of Renowned Historian, Oyeweso appeared first on New Telegraph.
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CBN ends cash deposit limit for bank customers - Punch
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has removed the cash deposit limit for all bank customers, ending fees on large deposits starting January 1, 2026....
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Christopher Musa unveils priority as defence minister - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
President Tinubu described Musa as a fine gentleman whose track record in service positions him to drive a more integrated national security response.The post Christopher Musa unveils priority as defence minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court appoints liquidator to wind up Dantata & Sawoe construction firm - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The development came months after the court approved the publication of a winding-up petition advertisement against Dantata & Sawoe in two national dailies.The post Court appoints liquidator to wind up Dantata & Sawoe construction firm appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court hears Nnamdi Kanus motion seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Nnamdi Kanu outlined eight grounds for seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison.The post Court hears Nnamdi Kanus motion seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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DHQ: Troops Deny Oil Thieves N217M, Recover 201,700 Litres Of Crude - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Troops of Operation Delta Safe conducting anti-economic sabotage operations in the South South region recovered 201,700 litres of crude oil and other illegally refined products valued at 217,664,618 in November. The disclosure was made by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj-Gen. Michael Onoja, during an operational briefing in Abuja. He assured the public of...The post DHQ: Troops Deny Oil Thieves N217M, Recover 201,700 Litres Of Crude appeared first on New Telegraph.
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DOWNLOAD: Nigerian court judgement freezing Jeremiah Usenis controversial London property - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Mrs Nyako issued the order freezing the property for 14 days, following an ex parte application by Nigerias Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB).The post DOWNLOAD: Nigerian court judgement freezing Jeremiah Usenis controversial London property appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Edo Assembly Cttee Threatens Arrest Warrant On Obaseki, Others - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Edo State House of Assembly Ad hoc Committee investigating the Museum of West African Arts (MOWAA) and Radisson Hotel has warned that it may issue an arrest warrant against former Governor Godwin Obaseki for failing to appear before it. The committee, constituted at the request of Governor Monday Okpebholo, is probing the state governments...The post Edo Assembly Cttee Threatens Arrest Warrant On Obaseki, Others appeared first on New Telegraph.
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EFCC arraigns magistrate for alleged bribery - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The magistrate faces three charges of bribery and extortion.The post EFCC arraigns magistrate for alleged bribery appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Elections: ICC asked to investigate mass killings, human rights violations in Tanzania - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The lawyers alleged that security forces deployed across protest sites with orders to suppress demonstrations by any means necessary.The post Elections: ICC asked to investigate mass killings, human rights violations in Tanzania appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Enhancing political party regulation to curb public sector corruption, By Umar Yakubu - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN), Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) INEC Headquarters Abuja, FCT, Nigeria Dear Prof, Strategic Agenda for Enhanced Political Party Regulation and Enforcement to Curb Public Sector Corruption On behalf of the Center for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI), we extend our warm congratulations on your assumption of office as the []The post Enhancing political party regulation to curb public sector corruption, By Umar Yakubu appeare
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Eradiri Applauds Tinubus Actions Against Insecurity - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Former Bayelsa State governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Engineer Udengs Eradiri, on Thursday commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the steps taken so far to tackle insecurity in the country. Eradiri particularly hailed the appointment of the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa (rtd), as Minister of Defence. Speaking with...The post Eradiri Applauds Tinubus Actions Against Insecurity appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Ex-defence minister denies mischievous reason cited for resignation - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In a statement he personally signed on Wednesday, Mr Badaru described the report as a "malicious, false, and baseless publication being circulated online."The post Ex-defence minister denies mischievous reason cited for resignation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Experts seek stronger public-private partnerships to address West Africas electricity needs - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The experts examined existing market challenges, identified areas of opportunity, and highlighted the critical role private capital must play in building a modern transmission backbone for the region.The post Experts seek stronger public-private partnerships to address West Africas electricity needs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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FEC approves 20262028 MTEF, targets N34.3trn revenue in 2026 - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
FEC also approved a $100 million African Development Bank facility under the Nigeria Youth Investment Fund.The post FEC approves 20262028 MTEF, targets N34.3trn revenue in 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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FG Begins First Tranche Of TVET Payments, Supports 42,000 Students - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Federal Government has commenced the first tranche of payments under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative, directly benefiting over 42,000 students and more than 600 independent vocational training centres nationwide. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, explained that each beneficiary has received a monthly stipend of 22,500 to cover...The post FG Begins First Tranche Of TVET Payments, Supports 42,000 Students appeared first on New Telegraph.
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FG unveils committee on sustainable electricity in health facilities - Guardian
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) of the newly established Nigeria Power-for-HealthThe post FG unveils committee on sustainable electricity in health facilities appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FG unveils N54.43tn budget as debt service gulps N15.91tn - Punch
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Nigerian government's N54.43tn 2026 budget proposal includes a N20.1tn deficit and N15.91tn for debt service, sparking economic stability fears....
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FG unveils new strategy to prevent Noma, strengthen oral health - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The health ministry, he said, is ready to support efforts to link affected families to social assistance.The post FG unveils new strategy to prevent Noma, strengthen oral health appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Fire Hazards: UITH Burn Expert Cautions NURTW Members - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
A leading burn expert at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) and member of the Nigerian Burn Injuries Society, Dr. Olubunmi Aderibigbe, has warned members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) about the rising incidents of fire on Nigerian roads and in residential areas. Addressing the union members on Thursday in...The post Fire Hazards: UITH Burn Expert Cautions NURTW Members appeared first on New Telegraph.
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FULL DETAIL: Why IPI Nigeria gave SSS DG, Oluwatosin Ajayi, Commendation Award - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
IPI Nigeria says it is honouring Mr Ajayi to acknowledge his commendable press freedom credentials and encourage him to do even more.The post FULL DETAIL: Why IPI Nigeria gave SSS DG, Oluwatosin Ajayi, Commendation Award appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Gov Inuwa Yahaya Meets World Bank Delegation On Early Years Devt - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Gombe State Governor and Chairman of Northern States Governors Forum, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has held a meeting with a high-level World Bank delegation led by the Country Director, Mr Mathew Verghis, on the sidelines of the Northern States Governors Forum meeting in Kaduna. The World Bank delegation had earlier delivered a comprehensive presentation titled Country...The post Gov Inuwa Yahaya Meets World Bank Delegation On Early Years Devt appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Gov Radda hails Dauras empowerment drive as 636 persons receive support - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The beneficiaries of the empowerment include 20 critical stakeholders who received N50,000 each, 66 others who were supported with N20,000, and an additional 550 residents who got N20,000 each.The post Gov Radda hails Dauras empowerment drive as 636 persons receive support appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Governor Lawal presents N861.3bn 2026 budget to Zamfara Assembly - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
This budget is more than figures, it is a roadmap for transformation, a contract with the people..."The post Governor Lawal presents N861.3bn 2026 budget to Zamfara Assembly appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Governor Lawal presents N861bn 2026 budget to Zamfara Assembly - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The appropriation tagged Budget of Stability and Growth has a capital expenditure of N714 billion, which accounts for 83% of the budget and a recurrent expenditure of 147 billion which accounts for 17%.The post Governor Lawal presents N861bn 2026 budget to Zamfara Assembly appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Groups raise alarm over rising digital risks among adolescents - Guardian
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Mothers and Marginalised Advocacy Centre (MAMA Centre) and Avocats Sans Frontires (ASF) Nigeria have raised concerns over the growing The post Groups raise alarm over rising digital risks among adolescents appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Heirs Insurance Travel Festival draws thousands, signaling a new era of inclusive travel ecosystem for Africans - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Travel creators push for borderless Africa, urge embassies for visa refunds to ease crippling costs on African travelersThe post Heirs Insurance Travel Festival draws thousands, signaling a new era of inclusive travel ecosystem for Africans appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How police negligence, familys inaction led to death of woman sexually abused by uncle - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The police acknowledged that the deceased filed a complaint, on 28 November 2025, in which she alleged that her uncle had been sexually abusing her, threatening her life and her family members.The post How police negligence, familys inaction led to death of woman sexually abused by uncle appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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IDPWD: Kwara Holds Para-Sport Event, Empowers Scores - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Kwara State Ministry of Social Development has organised a handball competition for para-athletes within and outside the state as part of activities marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD). Held at the Handball Court of the George Innih Stadium in Ilorin, Team Kwara emerged champions after defeating Team Ekiti 30. The event...The post IDPWD: Kwara Holds Para-Sport Event, Empowers Scores appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Idris Ignites Digital Learning Space with Knowledge Trilogy On Amazon Kindle - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
A respected technology educator, digital strategist, and emerging thought leader in AI-powered learning, Dr Enny Abiola Idris, has released a powerful trilogy of books already gaining rapid traction as fast-selling titles on Amazon Kindle Edition. The collection: 1001 Digital Marketing Questions and Answers, The C# Playbook: Learn by Doing, and The Beginners Blueprint to Digital...The post Idris Ignites Digital Learning Space with Knowledge Trilogy On Amazon Kindle appeared first on New Telegrap
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Ill Play Ping-Pong With Osun Gov, Ooni Tells Kegites Elders - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye, has offered to square up against the Governors of Osun and Oyo States during the forthcoming table tennis championship being organised by the Universal Archaivar Elders (UAE). The UAE, a United Statesbased international body of senior members of the Kegites Club worldwide, plans to host the tournament as...The post Ill Play Ping-Pong With Osun Gov, Ooni Tells Kegites Elders appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Immigration CG Visits Kebbi, Assesses Checkpoint Attack - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, concluded a two-day working visit to Kebbi State following the recent attack on the Bakin Ruwa checkpoint, which left personnel and facilities of the Service affected. Nandap arrived in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, December 3, and first met with the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar...The post Immigration CG Visits Kebbi, Assesses Checkpoint Attack appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Include Abuja natives in ambassadorial list, FCT senior citizens tell Tinubu - Daily Trust
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The indigenous people of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have appealed to President Bola Tinubu for the immediate inclusion of a native of the territory in the list of ambassadorial nominations currently before the Senate for confirmation. The call was made at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday by the FCT Senior Citizens Forum, []
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Insecurity: New defence minister to withdraw soldiers from checkpoints - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The minister-designate also said he would encourage deployment of technology to fight crime.The post Insecurity: New defence minister to withdraw soldiers from checkpoints appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Insecurity: Nigerian lawmakers insist on death penalty for kidnappers as bill passes second reading at Senate - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Anti-Terrorism ammendment bill passed second reading within a week after lawmakers resolved to classify kidnapping as terrorism.The post Insecurity: Nigerian lawmakers insist on death penalty for kidnappers as bill passes second reading at Senate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Jigawa gov tasks Sharia, Area Court judges on social harmony - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Mr Namadi made the assertion when the national leadership of the Sharia and Area Court Judges Association of Nigeria (SACJAN), led by the National President, Khadi Mohammed Mudassir Hassan, paid him a courtesy visit on Wednesday at the Government House, Dutse.The post Jigawa gov tasks Sharia, Area Court judges on social harmony appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Kebbi Assembly approves states N642.9bn 2026 budget - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Mr Muhammad said the Kebbi assembly committees observations did not affect the overall budget size or its recurrent and capital components.The post Kebbi Assembly approves states N642.9bn 2026 budget appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Kwara Govt Begins Work On KWSUED Senate Building, Gate House - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Kwara State Government has handed over the site for the construction of a multistorey Senate building at the Kwara State University of Education (KWSUED), marking a major milestone in Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaqs Smart City project. The universitys permanent campus will be located in the First District of the Kwara Smart City, at the Alalubosa...The post Kwara Govt Begins Work On KWSUED Senate Building, Gate House appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Lagos Govt Honours Winners Of Govs Milestone Quiz Competition - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Sanwo-Olu Using Technology to Deepen Knowledge of Lagos History Omotoso Competition Aims to Preserve Culture, Inspire Future Generations The Lagos State Government has presented prizes to winners of the maiden edition of the Governors Milestone Quiz Competition, an initiative designed to deepen students knowledge of Lagos history, culture, and the evolution of the state....The post Lagos Govt Honours Winners Of Govs Milestone Quiz Competition appeared first on New Telegraph.
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LALIGA Africa celebrates ten years of partnership, development, football culture - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
In Nigeria, LALIGA has supported the advancement of womens football through its engagement with key partners and the NWFLThe post LALIGA Africa celebrates ten years of partnership, development, football culture appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Lawyer Petitions EFCC, ICPC, Demands Probe Of Alleged Procurement Fraud In BPP - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have been petitioned to probe the alleged procurement fraud rocking the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). The petition, which was submitted by an Abuja-based legal practitioner, Barr. Fatai Amokeoja, to the two leading anti-graft agencies on Monday,...The post Lawyer Petitions EFCC, ICPC, Demands Probe Of Alleged Procurement Fraud In BPP appeared first on New T
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LCCI Elects Leye Kupoluyi As 44th President, Chairman Of Council - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The LagosChamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Nigerias foremost Chamber of Commerce, has elected Engr. Leye Kupoluyi as its 44th President and Chairman of Council. His election follows the conclusion of Mr. Gabriel Idahosas FCA tenure, during which he served the Chamber with distinction. The announcement was made by Dr. Chinyere Almona, Director-General of LCCI,...The post LCCI Elects Leye Kupoluyi As 44th President, Chairman Of Council appeared first on New Telegraph.
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Lead Poisoning: Nigerian lawmakers summon four ministers after PREMIUM TIMES/The Examination report - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
Senators called for urgent medical interventions, strict regulatory enforcement, and a coordinated national response.The post Lead Poisoning: Nigerian lawmakers summon four ministers after PREMIUM TIMES/The Examination report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Life on the Line: Inside Katsinas child malnutrition crisis - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
As of July, MSF said over 650 children have died from severe acute malnutrition in Katsina State in 2025 alone.The post Life on the Line: Inside Katsinas child malnutrition crisis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Man kills cousin days after she accused him of rape, threat to life Police - Premium Times
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The police acknowledged that the deceased filed a complaint, on 28 November 2025, in which she alleged that the suspect had been sexually abusing her, threatening her life and her family members.The post Man kills cousin days after she accused him of rape, threat to life Police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nasarawa To Establish $90m Paper Factory In Keffi - New Telegraph
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
The Nasarawa State Government has concluded plans to establish a $90 million paper factory in Keffi, headquarters of Keffi Local Government Area. Governor Abdullahi Sule announced this on Thursday while declaring open an Education Summit organised by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) in Lafia. He disclosed that the groundbreaking ceremony for the factory...The post Nasarawa To Establish $90m Paper Factory In Keffi appeared first on New Telegraph.
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