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HURRAYYYYYY!!! Professor Dickson Ameh Ojonye Akoh, National Commandant, Peace Corps of Nigeria emerges toscadnews.com Man of the Week. The National…
APC Stakeholders Endorse Abdullahi Askira for Borno South Senate Seat Ahead of 2027 Elections Stakeholders of the All Progressives…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced a revision of the orientation course timetable for prospective corps members deployed to Enugu and Osun States for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II exercise. In…
[3/12, 9:26 AM] rosewendy: U.S. President Donald Trump has said that the ongoing war between the United States and Iran could end soon, claiming there are few remaining military targets for American forces inside the…
The House of Representatives has passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025, through its third reading, paving the way for stricter sanctions ahead of the 2027 general election. The amended bill introduces tougher penalties for…
Amb. Catherine Udida, Director Migrant Affairs, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and IDPs. (NAN) Stakeholders push awareness to combat trafficking, migrants smuggling Immigration By Fortune Abang Abuja, Dec. 13, 2025 (NAN) Stakeholders in the…
The Senate has directed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and other service chiefs to conduct a comprehensive…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the participation of licensed Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in the Nigerian…
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[5/10, 9:57 AM] rosewendy: The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026…
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The mother of BBNaija winner Ilebaye Odiniya, Lami Odiniya, has confirmed that the reality TV…
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The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested the father of 2023 Big Brother Naija…
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Media personality Toyosi Etim-Effiong has publicly reacted after her husband, Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong, stirred…
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The Nigeria Basketball Federation has appointed David Fizdale as the new head coach of Nigeria’s…
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Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has sparked reactions online after sharing a lighthearted story about…
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German automaker Mercedes-Benz has reportedly filed a complaint with the Carabinieri against Super Eagles striker…
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Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has died at the age of 40 after collapsing…
As Christians worldwide observe Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on Nigerians to embrace faith, unity, and resilience amid the nation’s challenges. In a statement extending prayers and goodwill, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, emphasized that the 40-day Lenten period is…
President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, acknowledging his significant contributions to Nigeria’s development and his role in shaping the nation’s history. In a special message marking Obasanjo’s 88th birthday, Tinubu described him as an extraordinary leader whose life has been deeply intertwined with Nigeria’s journey.…
Officials from the Nigeria Customs Service at the Idi-Iroko Command and their counterparts in the Benin Republic have reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering trade relations and curbing trans-border smuggling along the Idi-Iroko corridor. During a strategic meeting held at the Nigerian Customs Service’s Idi-Iroko Command in Ogun State, top officials…
Supporters of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Wednesday stormed the National Assembly complex. This is as the Senate ethics chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun gets set to commence its probe over Senators Natasha Uduaghan’s refusal to comply with the rules of the Senate. As the protesters gathered, cans of tear gas…
History of Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday has been observed since at least the 8th century, though its origins trace back even further to early Christian practices of penance. The use of ashes as a symbol of mourning and repentance has roots in the Old Testament. In biblical times, people would…
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has summoned the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, over his failure to inaugurate the board of the Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). The summons follows a petition filed by a non-governmental organization, Obasi-Pherson Help Foundation, which raised concerns over…
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of six Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs) and promoted Uzuegbu Kanayo, the Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, to the rank of Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of Police. Newly Appointed DIGs The six officers elevated to Deputy Inspector General of…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has debunked reports suggesting that former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped before his death. Authorities have clarified that he was found deceased in a hotel room in Abuja under unclear circumstances. According to official reports, Mr.…
The Nigerian House of Representatives has urged Multichoice to halt its proposed 20-25% price increase pending a comprehensive investigation by the Green Chamber. In an urgent Motion of Public Importance, Edo State lawmaker Esosa Iyawe raised alarms over the timing and frequency of these recurring price hikes, noting that they…
During a recent parliamentary session in Lagos, Nigeria, the ECOWAS Parliament has called on member states to prioritize healthcare and education by significantly increasing investments and enhancing service delivery across West Africa. A report presented by a joint committee highlighted key recommendations stemming from a delocalized meeting held in Conakry,…
