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- Atiku Blasts EFCC Over Arrest of VeryDarkMan
Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the recent arrest of Mr. Martins Vincent Otse, urging Nigerian youths to take action. Read more - More Trouble Looms for Labour Party as Peter Obi Faces Expulsion
The Labour Party is facing internal strife as factional leader Abayomi Arabambi announces plans to expel key members, including Peter Obi and Alex Otti. Read more - DSS Arrests Five Criminals in Kano
The Directorate of State Services (DSS) has apprehended five criminals in Kano, with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf commending their swift action. Read more - Court Orders Blood Transfusion for Two-Year-Old Girl Despite Parents’ Objection
A family court in Cross River State has mandated a blood transfusion for a two-year-old girl, overriding her parents’ objections. Read more - Kolington Ayinla Claims Salawa Abeni is Still His Wife After 30-Year Split
Veteran Fuji musician Kolington Ayinla has stirred controversy by declaring that his ex-wife, Salawa Abeni, remains his wife despite their long separation. Read more - Tinubu Orders Task Force to Dismantle Border Checkpoints
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has established a task force to remove checkpoints that hinder movement across Nigeria’s borders. Read more - APC Chieftain Receives Leadership Award
Hon. Faisal Lawal has been honored with a leadership award, where he also revealed his political mentor during the presentation ceremony. Read more - Melinda Gates Uninformed About Bill Gates’ $200 Billion Donation
Melinda French Gates disclosed that she was not consulted regarding her ex-husband Bill Gates’ decision to donate nearly all of their foundation’s wealth. Read more - Akpabio Denies Intent to Step Down as Senate President
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has firmly stated that he never intended to resign from his position amid allegations of sexual harassment. Read more - NJC Wraps Up Hearing on Alleged Age Falsification Against Imo Judges
The National Judicial Council has concluded hearings on allegations of age falsification involving 18 judges from Imo State, as civil society groups threaten international protests. Read more
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- FG Partners Google for Youth Empowerment
The Federal Government has announced a partnership with Google to enhance digital transformation and empower Nigerian youth. Read more - Police Demote Officers Over Misconduct in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has demoted a sergeant and reprimanded inspectors for their involvement in a viral video showing police misconduct. Read more - Tinubu Appoints Cyril Yitsen as MD for North Central Development Commission
President Tinubu has appointed Tsenyil Cyril Yitsen as the first Managing Director of the North Central Development Commission. Read more - Pope Leo XIV: First American to Lead the Catholic Church
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th Pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV, marking a historic moment as the first American pope. Read more - NANS Appoints New Leadership Team
The National Association of Nigerian Students has appointed a new team of leaders to strengthen its operational structure. Read more - Tension as INEC Updates Website, Reinstates Labour Party’s Abure
The Independent National Electoral Commission has reinstated Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party on its official website. Read more - Governor Soludo Declares Support for Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections
Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has officially endorsed President Tinubu for the upcoming 2027 Presidential Election. Read more - Nigerian Care Worker Charged with Abuse in the UK
Bilikesu Olagunju, a Nigerian care worker, has appeared in court after being caught on camera abusing a pensioner in the UK. Read more - Breaking: Jubilations as Cardinals Elect New Pope
Celebrations erupted among Catholics following the election of a new pope, with white smoke signaling the decision from the Sistine Chapel. Read more - FG Announces $200 Billion Donation Plan by Bill Gates
Bill Gates has revealed plans to donate nearly his entire fortune by 2045, targeting support for the world’s poorest communities. Read more
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