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Breaking: Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of Police officers guarding all VIPs

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Breaking: Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of Police officers guarding all VIPs

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police officers currently providing security for Very Important Persons, VIPs in the country.

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World's longest-serving football manager Roly Howard passes away at 90, tributes pour in worldwide

World's longest-serving football manager Roly Howard passes away at 90, tributes pour in worldwide

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Eberechi Eze makes history in Arsenal’s 4–1 derby rout vs Tottenham to extend league lead

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"Don't risk your life": Pastor mentions area prospective corps members should reject being posted to

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Reason Manchester United won’t play Premier League matches on Saturdays until 2026

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Attacks and killings: Wole Soyinka slams ex-president, tells Tinubu what to do with foreign interventions

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Breaking: Tinubu reacts to rescue of Kwara abducted worshippers, 51 escaped Niger students

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60 million Nigerians spend $5.5m daily on gambling, SEC raises alarm on fading investment culture

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Nigerian Army mentions what is fuelling crisis in Plateau

Nigerian Army mentions what is fuelling crisis in Plateau

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, the Nigerian Army mentioned the major thing fueling the crisis and tension in different communities in Plateau State.

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Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer speaks after visiting Sokoto prison, “We just met with him"

Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer speaks after visiting Sokoto prison, “We just met with him"

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Just In: Tinubu holds extended security meeting with Service Chiefs, details emerge

Just In: Tinubu holds extended security meeting with Service Chiefs, details emerge

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Breaking: Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of Police officers guarding all VIPs

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Breaking: Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of Police officers guarding all VIPs

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38 minutes ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Full list: Catholic bishop releases names of 50 abducted Niger pupils who escaped

Full list: Catholic bishop releases names of 50 abducted Niger pupils who escaped

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an hour ago by Basit Jamiu

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Ned Nwoko drops new allegation against Regina Daniels during youth hangout in Abuja

Ned Nwoko drops new allegation against Regina Daniels during youth hangout in Abuja

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Tension as bandits ambush, gun down 5 Police officers in Bauchi

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Prominent pastor in north dies tragically in road accident while returning to Abuja

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Court speaks out on alleged assassination attempt on Nnamdi Kanu's Judge Omotosho

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Members of CAC church Eruku attend Sunday service despite attack and abduction of 38

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"We are deeply grateful": Bukola Arugba celebrates freedom of 38 abducted Kwara worshippers

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Nnamdi Kanu: Governor Otti speaks on activating strategy to secure IPOB leader’s release

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Research seminar report & journal publication guidelines

Research seminar report & journal publication guidelines

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Adamawa convict shares stolen noodles among girlfriends, laments no visit from them

Adamawa convict shares stolen noodles among girlfriends, laments no visit from them

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Nnamdi Kanu: ‘Reality is upon us,’ Tinubu’s minister Ojukwu speaks as IPOB leader bags life imprisonment

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Nnamdi Kanu: ‘Reality is upon us,’ Tinubu’s minister Ojukwu speaks as IPOB leader bags life imprisonment

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Veekee James criticised for urging women to 'work hard and feed husband' "She's belittling her man"

Veekee James criticised for urging women to 'work hard and feed husband' "She's belittling her man"

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“He can’t escape It": Cubana Chiefpriest warns Tinubu of fallout after Nnamdi Kanu’s sentence

“He can’t escape It": Cubana Chiefpriest warns Tinubu of fallout after Nnamdi Kanu’s sentence

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2 days ago by Olaniyi Apanpa

Davido’s 2nd daughter Hailey arrives at his Atlanta concert in style: "She is holding an iPhone?"

Davido’s 2nd daughter Hailey arrives at his Atlanta concert in style: "She is holding an iPhone?"

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“7-day prayer”: Bishop Oyedepo condemns recent church killings, insecurity in Nigeria, video trends

“7-day prayer”: Bishop Oyedepo condemns recent church killings, insecurity in Nigeria, video trends

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8 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

Rampant attacks and killings: Again, US congressman raises fresh allegation against Tinubu

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Rampant attacks and killings: Again, US congressman raises fresh allegation against Tinubu

Nigeria

2 days ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Netflix’s The Herd fuels backlash as angry viewers push for app deletion

Netflix’s The Herd fuels backlash as angry viewers push for app deletion

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Super Eagles reportedly get new chance to play in rival 2026 World Cup despite not qualifying

Super Eagles reportedly get new chance to play in rival 2026 World Cup despite not qualifying

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Is Cheryl Scott married? a look at the meteorologist's relationships

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Who is Lexi Rivera? All about her height, ethnicity, boyfriend and net worth

Who is Lexi Rivera? All about her height, ethnicity, boyfriend and net worth

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Who are Lauren London's parents? The actress' background explained

Who are Lauren London's parents? The actress' background explained

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Beauty Goddess (TikTok)’s biography: age, real name, is she married?

Beauty Goddess (TikTok)’s biography: age, real name, is she married?

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My Best Friend Died, Then Social Media Strangers Turned Him Into Content

My Best Friend Died, Then Social Media Strangers Turned Him Into Content

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My Laptop Died Before a Job Interview — Then a Stranger Offered Me Her Car and Computer

My Laptop Died Before a Job Interview — Then a Stranger Offered Me Her Car and Computer

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Breaking: 50 abducted Niger pupils have escaped, CAN confirms

Breaking: 50 abducted Niger pupils have escaped, CAN confirms

7 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Breaking: Troops arrest suspected kidnapper while negotiating N20m ransom

Breaking: Troops arrest suspected kidnapper while negotiating N20m ransom

7 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Did FG give Sunday Igboho N50bn? Yoruba nation activist reacts

Did FG give Sunday Igboho N50bn? Yoruba nation activist reacts

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Insecurity: "Bandits are feeling the Heat," Army declares amid worsening attacks and killings

Insecurity: "Bandits are feeling the Heat," Army declares amid worsening attacks and killings

9 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Rampant attacks and killings: Tinubu declares "I won't let it", speaks on what he'll do next

Rampant attacks and killings: Tinubu declares "I won't let it", speaks on what he'll do next

10 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Zamfara: Police rescue 25 children, women, details emerge

Zamfara: Police rescue 25 children, women, details emerge

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Grandmother refuses to open door for grandson who did not identify himself well

Grandmother refuses to open door for grandson who did not identify himself well

4 hours ago by Israel Usulor

"No man touched her": Mother storms Abia State University, celebrates daughter who graduated pure

"No man touched her": Mother storms Abia State University, celebrates daughter who graduated pure

5 hours ago by Israel Usulor

Video: Armed 'officers' seen at Kwara church attacked by terrorists as members leave on Sunday

Video: Armed 'officers' seen at Kwara church attacked by terrorists as members leave on Sunday

5 hours ago by Victor Duru

Lady who watched 'The Herd' movie on Netflix points out what she observed: "It will break you"

Lady who watched 'The Herd' movie on Netflix points out what she observed: "It will break you"

7 hours ago by Victor Duru

Man who told HR he was going for break caught attending another job interview in bank

Man who told HR he was going for break caught attending another job interview in bank

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Lady rejoices as she relocates to Poland to work as farm worker, her video generates buzz

Lady rejoices as she relocates to Poland to work as farm worker, her video generates buzz

8 hours ago by Victor Duru

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38 abducted Kwara church worshippers have regained freedom

38 abducted Kwara church worshippers have regained freedom

4 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Zamfara PDP slammed over comments on kidnapped Kebbi students

Zamfara PDP slammed over comments on kidnapped Kebbi students

5 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

APC national secretary dumps governorship ambition, gives reason

APC national secretary dumps governorship ambition, gives reason

17 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Peter Obi breaks silence on Nnamdi Kanu’s life imprisonment

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Peter Obi breaks silence on Nnamdi Kanu’s life imprisonment

a day ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

Niger Catholic school abduction, terrorists' attacks: Tinubu told to resign, 'a total shame'

Niger Catholic school abduction, terrorists' attacks: Tinubu told to resign, 'a total shame'

a day ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

Alleged Christian genocide: “Why Tinubu is yet to meet with US President Donald Trump”: Federal govt explains

Alleged Christian genocide: “Why Tinubu is yet to meet with US President Donald Trump”: Federal govt explains

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President Bola Tinubu called to rescue Nigerian football after failure to qualify for 2026 World Cup

President Bola Tinubu called to rescue Nigerian football after failure to qualify for 2026 World Cup

5 hours ago by Dare Kuti

NFF President meets highly-rated Premier League defender in London ahead of AFCON 2025

NFF President meets highly-rated Premier League defender in London ahead of AFCON 2025

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Arsenal star with Nigerian roots bags hat-trick, puts NFF and Super Eagles on notice

Arsenal star with Nigerian roots bags hat-trick, puts NFF and Super Eagles on notice

7 hours ago by Chukwu Ikechukwu

Liverpool forward Alexander Isak matches unwanted record last seen in 1906

Liverpool forward Alexander Isak matches unwanted record last seen in 1906

7 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Premier League giants enter race to sign struggling Super Eagles star

Premier League giants enter race to sign struggling Super Eagles star

8 hours ago by Chukwu Ikechukwu

Boost for Eric Chelle as Super Eagles striker set for return ahead of AFCON 2025

Boost for Eric Chelle as Super Eagles striker set for return ahead of AFCON 2025

9 hours ago by Babajide Orevba

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Petroleum sector reforms: Nigeria gets continental recognition as Pan African Parliament speaks

Petroleum sector reforms: Nigeria gets continental recognition as Pan African Parliament speaks

4 hours ago by Nurudeen Lawal

Indian HAL tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai air show

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Indian HAL tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai air show

2 days ago by Basit Jamiu

Two arrested, captain investigated after ferry carrying 267 people ran aground

Two arrested, captain investigated after ferry carrying 267 people ran aground

3 days ago by Basit Jamiu

WHO vaccination campaign in Gaza gains momentum amid ceasefire

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WHO vaccination campaign in Gaza gains momentum amid ceasefire

3 days ago by Basit Jamiu

Sanders mentions Muslims US president Donald Trump does not dislike

Sanders mentions Muslims US president Donald Trump does not dislike

3 days ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

COP30: Young leaders across the world demand action as climate crisis deepens

COP30: Young leaders across the world demand action as climate crisis deepens

4 days ago by Basit Jamiu

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LG autonomy: Evaluating the 2024 Supreme Court judgment, challenges, and theoretical pathways

LG autonomy: Evaluating the 2024 Supreme Court judgment, challenges, and theoretical pathways

2 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Nigerian leaders and the limits of authority, by Kalu Okoronkwo

Nigerian leaders and the limits of authority, by Kalu Okoronkwo

4 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

There is genocide in your country: My Lord, res sua!

There is genocide in your country: My Lord, res sua!

11 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Trump, Dachomo and the cry from Nigeria’s wilderness

Trump, Dachomo and the cry from Nigeria’s wilderness

12 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Anambra’s ballot bazaar: Nigeria’s political economy of vote-buying

Anambra’s ballot bazaar: Nigeria’s political economy of vote-buying

12 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

When knowledge no longer pays: The silent crisis in Nigeria’s universities

When knowledge no longer pays: The silent crisis in Nigeria’s universities

17 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

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Joy in Osun as 7 brilliant university students get life-changing scholarships

Joy in Osun as 7 brilliant university students get life-changing scholarships

a day ago by Nurudeen Lawal

Breaking: Did FG order closure of schools? New development emerges

Breaking: Did FG order closure of schools? New development emerges

a day ago by Bada Yusuf

Tinubu's govt orders closure of 41 unity colleges over insecurity, full list emerges

Tinubu's govt orders closure of 41 unity colleges over insecurity, full list emerges

a day ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

House of Reps urges Tinubu's govt to commence mass recruitment of lecturers, varsity workers

House of Reps urges Tinubu's govt to commence mass recruitment of lecturers, varsity workers

a day ago by Adekunle Dada

Not by merit: NUC committee submits report on misuse of honorary doctorate degrees

Not by merit: NUC committee submits report on misuse of honorary doctorate degrees

2 days ago by Basit Jamiu

FRSC debunks viral report of road crash involving NYSC members in Gombe state

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FRSC debunks viral report of road crash involving NYSC members in Gombe state

2 days ago by Basit Jamiu

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Pay taxes in minutes: The new simple process every taxpayer must know

Pay taxes in minutes: The new simple process every taxpayer must know

6 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Naira loses N14.29 against US dollar, closes trading week low

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Naira loses N14.29 against US dollar, closes trading week low

6 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Tension as FIRS debunks Atiku’s allegations and warns against politicising tax collection

Tension as FIRS debunks Atiku’s allegations and warns against politicising tax collection

7 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Nigeria can outsmart terror networks if tech and security join forces

Nigeria can outsmart terror networks if tech and security join forces

8 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

How to apply for FG’s N50 million student venture capital grant as portal opens

How to apply for FG’s N50 million student venture capital grant as portal opens

16 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Tomorrowland bets on Chinese dance music fans with first indoor event

Tomorrowland bets on Chinese dance music fans with first indoor event

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Wizkid’s 4th son AJ trends as he sings popular Yoruba Christian Song: “He wan be gospel artist?”

Wizkid’s 4th son AJ trends as he sings popular Yoruba Christian Song: “He wan be gospel artist?”

5 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

Mr Real sends warning after disturbing dream about bandits entering Lagos

Mr Real sends warning after disturbing dream about bandits entering Lagos

8 hours ago by Olaniyi Apanpa

“Baby number 8?” 2baba reportedly welcomes first child with Natasha four months after wedding

“Baby number 8?” 2baba reportedly welcomes first child with Natasha four months after wedding

9 hours ago by Olaniyi Apanpa

“This man is too fertile”: 2Baba faces backlash as he awaits first child with Natasha

“This man is too fertile”: 2Baba faces backlash as he awaits first child with Natasha

9 hours ago by Olaniyi Apanpa

Cute moment between Davido’s Chioma and his second daughter Hailey takes over internet

Cute moment between Davido’s Chioma and his second daughter Hailey takes over internet

11 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

Ned Nwoko shares cryptic post about women who betray good men amid ongoing marital drama with Regina

Ned Nwoko shares cryptic post about women who betray good men amid ongoing marital drama with Regina

12 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

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Tinubu ya umarci janye ƴan sanda da ke rakiyar manya, za a dauki dubban jami'ai

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Tinubu ya umarci janye ƴan sanda da ke rakiyar manya, za a dauki dubban jami'ai

9 minutes ago by Abdullahi Abubakar

Bayani: An gano abin da ya jawo wasu shafukan intanet suka dauke a sassan duniya

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Bayani: An gano abin da ya jawo wasu shafukan intanet suka dauke a sassan duniya

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Gwamnatin Kaduna ta taso El Rufai a gaba kan zargin biyan 'yan bindiga N1bn

Gwamnatin Kaduna ta taso El Rufai a gaba kan zargin biyan 'yan bindiga N1bn

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'Idan ba za ka iya ba ka sauka,' PDP ta taso Tinubu a gaba bayan rufe makarantu

'Idan ba za ka iya ba ka sauka,' PDP ta taso Tinubu a gaba bayan rufe makarantu

4 hours ago by Sani Hamza

'Yan bindiga sun harbe dan agajin Izalah, sun sace matarsa da jaririyar mako 2

'Yan bindiga sun harbe dan agajin Izalah, sun sace matarsa da jaririyar mako 2

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Gwamna Bago ya gano masu taimakawa 'yan bindiga wajen farmakar makarantu

Gwamna Bago ya gano masu taimakawa 'yan bindiga wajen farmakar makarantu

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