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Comrade Godwin Meliga - I formed NUF to Foster Dialogue, Unity, Peace Among Diverse Groups ... we focus on addressing…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent…
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has defended the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu, stating that the administration made painful but necessary sacrifices to prevent Nigeria from…
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has sparked fresh speculation about her love life after sharing photos of romantic gifts from an unidentified admirer months after her reported separation from businessman Ned Nwoko. The actress posted…
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 Federal High Court in Abuja has reserved judgment in the trial of five men accused of involvement in the…
The United States has announced the first tranche of Japanese investments under a massive $550 billion commitment agreed as part…
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Nigerian crossdresser and social media personality James Brown has sparked fresh reactions online after claiming…
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US rapper Kanye West, also known as Ye, is expected to perform two concerts in…
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Nollywood actress has said she is no longer interested in marriage following her separation from…
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Nigeria's Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called on citizens to embrace national unity, peaceful coexistence…
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s place in Portugal’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to divide…
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has announced he will step down at the end of…
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Arsenal F.C. have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years…
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Nigeria wrapped up the 24th African Athletics Championships with 12 medals after the women’s 4x400m…
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on compassionate grounds. The development, confirmed by a close aide, is to enable him attend the funeral rites of his mother, Hajiya Umma…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for the submission of political parties’ membership registers ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing concerns raised by stakeholders over the initial timeline. INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, announced the…
The Nigerian Army has formally retired 18 senior officers of the Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport after 35 years of service, marking the occasion with a ceremonial pulling-out parade in Benin City. The colourful event signalled the end of a three-day conference held in the Edo State…
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of gospel singer and soundtrack vocalist, Onos Nancy Brisibi, after a prolonged illness. Brisibi, whose unmistakable voice featured prominently in Nollywood classics such as Domitilla and Blood Money, was widely celebrated for her contributions to gospel music…
Tijani Fatai has officially assumed office as the 42nd Commissioner of Police in charge of the Lagos State Command, promising to strengthen security operations and deepen ongoing reforms across the state. His appointment was confirmed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Lagos Command,…
Iran’s military has warned that hotels accommodating United States soldiers across the Middle East could be treated as legitimate targets amid its escalating conflict with the US and Israel. Speaking on state television, armed forces spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi said any civilian facility housing American forces would be viewed as…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria, demanding immediate implementation of the newly approved salary structure for university lecturers or risk a nationwide shutdown of public universities. ASUU President, Christopher Piwuna, delivered the warning during a meeting at…
An unspecified number of brick workers have been buried following the collapse of a pit in Ridawa village, Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State. The incident occurred this month while the victims were reportedly digging earth for brick-making when the pit suddenly caved in, trapping several of them…
Healthcare workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations have commenced a nationwide protest in Abuja over the proposed Health Sector Executive Bills 2026 currently before the National Assembly. The demonstration, taking place today, has drawn health professionals from across the country…
Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro is set to appear in a New York federal court for the second time since his dramatic capture by US forces, as legal disputes surrounding his defence continue to unfold. Maduro, 63, has been held alongside his wife, Cilia Flores, at a federal detention…
