N’Assembly absolves JAMB of alleged misappropriation
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Finance has exonerated the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board of alleged misappropriation of funds in its 2024
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Tinubu congratulates six Nigerian scientists, engineers on Biden’s honours list
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated six distinguished Diaspora Nigerians named among the 400 Presidential Early Career Award recipients for Scientists and Engineers in
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Group vaccinates 12,000 animals in Bauchi against deadly diseases
The Wildlife Conservation Society has announced the vaccination of 12,000 animals in communities surrounding Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi State. Unveiling the initiative
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Man City contract extension responsible for Guardiola’s marriage collapse – Report
Pep Guardiola’s marriage fell apart because he’s a workaholic and went ahead to extend his contract with Manchester City. According to Daily Mail,
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Nigerian teacher makes 50-person shortlist in Global Teacher Prize
A mathematics teacher at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Ogun State, Mr. Kayode Adewale, has been named among the 50 finalists for the prestigious
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Wizkid tops Africa’s Spotify earnings with $1 million monthly revenue
Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has emerged as Africa’s highest-earning artiste on Spotify, cementing his position as one of the
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‘End harassment of Amnesty International Nigeria’, Falana tells police
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN has condemned the harassment and the threat of legal action against Amnesty International Nigeria. In a statement
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Don’t implicate my other child, Mohbad’s mum confronts Yomi Fabiyi
Abosede Aloba, mother of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba popularly known as Mohbad, and actor Yomi Fabiyi engaged in a heated exchange on
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Rwanda confirms first oil find in Lake Kivu
Rwanda said Wednesday it had made its first oil discovery, with confirmation of 13 reservoirs in Lake Kivu, which makes up part of
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Yoruba elders warn introduction of Shari’ah court in Oyo’ll bring chaos to Yorubaland
The recent announcement regarding the inauguration of a Shari’ah court in Oyo town has sparked significant concern among Yoruba elders, who are sounding
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Inflation rises to 34.8% as Detty December drives up demand
Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 34.8 per cent in December from 34.6 per cent in November driven by festive period rise in demand
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Kenya turns to UAE for railway funding after China’s withdrawal
President William Ruto said Kenya has started discussions with the United Arab Emirates to secure financing to complete a regional railway after China
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Germany defence ministry suspends posting on X platform
Germany’s defence ministry said Wednesday it was suspending activities on social media platform X, which is accused of enabling the spread of disinformation
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JUST IN: Ondo gov dissolves cabinet, retains two commissioners
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The dissolution, announced on Wednesday, exempts two cabinet members—Attorney
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Military widows decry neglect, seek Lagos gov’s support
A group known as “Wives of Fallen Heroes in Lagos State” has voiced their concerns about being neglected by the state government. The
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Nigerian music industry ‘filled with dangerous sharks’, says Tiwa Savage
Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has responded to concerns about a video showing her “swimming with sharks.” The 44-year-old artist shared the underwater footage
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WHO warns of high-risk Marburg outbreak in Tanzania
The World Health Organisation has confirmed an outbreak of suspected Marburg Virus Disease in Tanzania. The WHO who disclosed this on its website
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JAMB says 2025 UTME registration yet to start, changes English novel
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has clarified that registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and Direct Entry has yet to
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Shi’ites allege lack of justice for 2015 Zaria massacre
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria, on Sunday, marked the 9th anniversary of the 2015 Zaria massacre, where hundreds of Shia Muslims lost their
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Nollywood filmmaker arrested for illicit drug shipments
A Lagos socialite and a Nollywood filmmaker, linked to major illicit drug activities across the country, were among prominent individuals arrested by operatives
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FG can retain VAT as it is – Oyedele
The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has said it is possible for the current Value
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LP can win 2027 poll without merger – Party
The Labour Party has declared its capability to win the 2027 presidential election without forming a coalition, emphasising its strong grassroots support and
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EPL: Statement derby win will boost Man Utd’s belief, says Maguire
Harry Maguire says Manchester United’s dramatic “statement” win at Manchester City will boost their belief as they adjust to a new system under
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Nigeria’s inflation rose to 34.60% in November — NBS
Inflation in Nigeria has risen to 34.60 per cent in November 2024, reflecting a 0.72 per cent increase from October’s rate of 33.88
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Use NELFUND for financial support, PTI boss tells students
The newly appointed Principal and Chief Executive of the Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun in Delta State, Dr. Samual Onoji, has tasked the students
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JUST IN: CDS probes deaths of Okuama community leaders in Army custody
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has ordered a thorough investigation into the deaths of two Okuama community leaders, Pa James
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Tinubu not threatened by Obasanjo, Kwankwaso, Obi’s 2027 talks – APC
The ruling All Progressives Congress, on Sunday, said it was not threatened by the weekend visit of ex-presidential flag-bearer of the New Nigeria
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Breaking! Fire guts Enugu Kenyatta Timber Market
The Enugu Timber Market along kenyatta Road is said to be on fire this Saturday 14th day of December, 2024. According to an
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CBN imposes N150m fine on banks for mint note abuse
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a N150 million penalty per branch on Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) found engaging in the illegal flow
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Tinubu to Nigerians: ‘Endure this unintentional hardship, but…’
President Bola Tinubu has said he is aware of the harsh economic situation of the country, and he begged Nigerians to endure what
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