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US-Israel war: Trump threatens to unleash ‘hell’ on Iran if Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday

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Just in: Ex-senator dumps APC, announces new party, 2027 plan

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Just in: Ex-senator dumps APC, announces new party, 2027 plan

Former Jigawa Senator Sabo Muhammad Nakudu has defected from the ruling All Progressives (APC) to a new party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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Eric Chelle plans meeting with Michael Kayode to boost Super Eagles ahead of 2027 AFCON

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Eric Chelle plans meeting with Michael Kayode to boost Super Eagles ahead of 2027 AFCON

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"It’s a slap on our faces": Stage 3 cancer survivor blasts Blessing CEO, calls for her arrest

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Prominent pastor releases prophecy on what Peter Obi should do to win 2027 election

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Terrorists storm churches during Easter Sunday, kill 7, abduct others

Terrorists storm churches during Easter Sunday, kill 7, abduct others

Terrorists attacked two churches in Ariko, Kaduna, killing seven and abducting others, renewing fears over rural community security in Southern Kaduna.

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Live Updates: US-Israel war: Trump threatens to unleash ‘hell’ on Iran if Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday

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Live Updates: US-Israel war: Trump threatens to unleash ‘hell’ on Iran if Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday

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Man who hawked on streets of Lagos becomes global crypto figure

Man who hawked on streets of Lagos becomes global crypto figure

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Easter tragedy as herdsmen kill 9 in fresh Benue attack

Easter tragedy as herdsmen kill 9 in fresh Benue attack

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Nigerian Big 5 banks double staff wage bills, release full breakdown

Nigerian Big 5 banks double staff wage bills, release full breakdown

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Marketers announce new petrol prices across Nigeria

Marketers announce new petrol prices across Nigeria

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sends message to Christians, mentions Nigeria

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Davido opens up on how he ‘finished’ an Atlanta club owner who disrespected Nigerian music

Davido opens up on how he ‘finished’ an Atlanta club owner who disrespected Nigerian music

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Moment camera captured Ned Nwoko in Ogun state elicits reactions: "If to say Regina Dey There"

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"On top Nigerians' ₦13 million?": Reactions as Blessing CEO goes spiritual amid cancer claim backlash

"On top Nigerians' ₦13 million?": Reactions as Blessing CEO goes spiritual amid cancer claim backlash

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"Steeze": Toyin Abraham's demeanour at Mabel Makun's star-studded 40th b'day party draws reactions

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Reggie Jackson's net worth (2026): what is he doing now?

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JAMB syllabus for all subjects 2026/2027: Detailed breakdown

JAMB syllabus for all subjects 2026/2027: Detailed breakdown

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Top 5 loans and grants currently available to small business owners in Nigeria

Top 5 loans and grants currently available to small business owners in Nigeria

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Common tax filing errors in Nigeria and their penalties explained

Common tax filing errors in Nigeria and their penalties explained

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List of all public holidays federal government will announce in the second quarter of 2026

List of all public holidays federal government will announce in the second quarter of 2026

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Tinubu vs Atiku/Peter Obi/Kwankwaso: Prophet issues strong warning ahead of 2027 election

Tinubu vs Atiku/Peter Obi/Kwankwaso: Prophet issues strong warning ahead of 2027 election

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A look at Conan O'Brien's parents and the siblings behind the comedian

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Willie Robertson's net worth (2026), age, family, and what does he do for a living now?

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Pauly Shore's net worth (2026): Discover his background, career and earnings

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A closer look at Lisa Marie Presley's children and the fathers tied to her legacy

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My Husband Left Me For His Pregnant Co-Worker — 1 Year Later A DNA Test Showed The Baby Wasn't Hers

My Husband Left Me For His Pregnant Co-Worker — 1 Year Later A DNA Test Showed The Baby Wasn't Hers

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I Rushed To My Husband's Hospital Bed — Nurse Said His "First" Emergency Contact Arrived An Hour Ago

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Jubilation as troops kill notorious bandit leader’s son, several other terrorists

Jubilation as troops kill notorious bandit leader’s son, several other terrorists

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Plateau violence: Residents rewarded with N1m for saving Christians, Muslims

Plateau violence: Residents rewarded with N1m for saving Christians, Muslims

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Full list: Numbers of patients currently on treatment for HIV in all 36 Nigerian states in 2026

Full list: Numbers of patients currently on treatment for HIV in all 36 Nigerian states in 2026

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NDLEA arrests pastor, wife with drugs hidden in their vehicle, name of church mentioned

NDLEA arrests pastor, wife with drugs hidden in their vehicle, name of church mentioned

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FG, NCTC, others speak on why security language is key to curb ethnic profiling

FG, NCTC, others speak on why security language is key to curb ethnic profiling

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Atiku announces what his next action will be if another candidate emerges in ADC

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Atiku announces what his next action will be if another candidate emerges in ADC

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Man shows award CBN honoured his father with in 1999 for 20 years of long service, amazes Nigerians

Man shows award CBN honoured his father with in 1999 for 20 years of long service, amazes Nigerians

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Lady who was debited N48,500 for Grok subscription shares how she got refund in less than 24 hours

Lady who was debited N48,500 for Grok subscription shares how she got refund in less than 24 hours

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OPM pastor gifts Lexus car and land to newlywed autistic man, gives him important post in church

OPM pastor gifts Lexus car and land to newlywed autistic man, gives him important post in church

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Man appreciates woman who sends him $100 on his birthdays for past 3 years: "She hasn't seen me"

Man appreciates woman who sends him $100 on his birthdays for past 3 years: "She hasn't seen me"

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Lawyer Inibehe Effiong advises Blessing CEO on how to handle controversial cancer case, sparks buzz

Lawyer Inibehe Effiong advises Blessing CEO on how to handle controversial cancer case, sparks buzz

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Man refunds N2.2m mistakenly credited to his OPay account, shares why he rejected N50k from sender

Man refunds N2.2m mistakenly credited to his OPay account, shares why he rejected N50k from sender

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2027 elections: "Why Kwankwaso-led ADC cannot win Kano," APC governor explains

2027 elections: "Why Kwankwaso-led ADC cannot win Kano," APC governor explains

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2027 election: “How ADC crisis started after violating agreement”, Senator Abbo opens up

2027 election: “How ADC crisis started after violating agreement”, Senator Abbo opens up

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IGP told to immediately invite Wike over threat to shoot Seun Okinbaloye

IGP told to immediately invite Wike over threat to shoot Seun Okinbaloye

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Easter 2026: Natasha releases message, explains why festival is important

Easter 2026: Natasha releases message, explains why festival is important

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Just In: Alarm raised over alleged attempt to deny Peter Obi platform for 2027 election, details emerge

Just In: Alarm raised over alleged attempt to deny Peter Obi platform for 2027 election, details emerge

12 hours ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

2027: After INEC's action, ADC coalition leaders weighing APP, NDC as Plan B, set to meet after Easter

2027: After INEC's action, ADC coalition leaders weighing APP, NDC as Plan B, set to meet after Easter

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Osimhen’s absence sparks title race panic for Galatasaray after Trabzonspor defeat

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Osimhen’s absence sparks title race panic for Galatasaray after Trabzonspor defeat

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AFCON 2025: Morocco star Achraf Hakimi finally responds to CAF decision against Senegal

AFCON 2025: Morocco star Achraf Hakimi finally responds to CAF decision against Senegal

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Arsenal make first move to sign Super Eagles defender on Bayern Munich and Chelsea's radar

Arsenal make first move to sign Super Eagles defender on Bayern Munich and Chelsea's radar

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Super Eagles star risks getting banned by Turkish FA ahead of big clash

Super Eagles star risks getting banned by Turkish FA ahead of big clash

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Chowdeck unveils Super Eagles legend Ogenyi Onazi as brand ambassador

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Why Ademola Lookman was benched against Barcelona amid Atletico Madrid exit rumours

Why Ademola Lookman was benched against Barcelona amid Atletico Madrid exit rumours

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NASA Artemis II astronauts glimpse moon’s “Grand Canyon”

NASA Artemis II astronauts glimpse moon’s “Grand Canyon”

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Breaking: Trump threatens to ‘rain hell' on Iran, issues 48-hour ultimatum over Strait of Hormuz

Breaking: Trump threatens to ‘rain hell' on Iran, issues 48-hour ultimatum over Strait of Hormuz

23 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Astronauts who travelled halfway to the moon share new images of what Earth looks like

Astronauts who travelled halfway to the moon share new images of what Earth looks like

a day ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Breaking: Iran reportedly shoots down US A-10 aircraft in Strait of Hormuz

Breaking: Iran reportedly shoots down US A-10 aircraft in Strait of Hormuz

a day ago by Adekunle Dada

Breaking: US fighter jet shot down, Iran claims, releases photos

Breaking: US fighter jet shot down, Iran claims, releases photos

a day ago by Ololade Olatimehin

"How to shoot down US most powerful fighter jet": Chinese engineer’s tutorial goes viral

"How to shoot down US most powerful fighter jet": Chinese engineer’s tutorial goes viral

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US drones in Nigeria: Help for security or the start of dependence?

US drones in Nigeria: Help for security or the start of dependence?

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Uma Ukpai: A kingdom voice that still echoes beyond time

Uma Ukpai: A kingdom voice that still echoes beyond time

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US‑Iran war: Again, Nigerians face economic shocks without government buffer

US‑Iran war: Again, Nigerians face economic shocks without government buffer

12 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

UK–Nigeria relations: How Nigeria can turn new UK agreements into real benefits

UK–Nigeria relations: How Nigeria can turn new UK agreements into real benefits

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Oyo 2027: Will the persistent blackouts haunt Adelabu’s dreams?

Oyo 2027: Will the persistent blackouts haunt Adelabu’s dreams?

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Surge in terror across Nigeria and a silent ally: Where is the US partnership?

Surge in terror across Nigeria and a silent ally: Where is the US partnership?

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Has the 2026 UTME been postponed? JAMB breaks silence

Has the 2026 UTME been postponed? JAMB breaks silence

a day ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Just In: NECO sends message to schools over 2026 SSCE registration

Just In: NECO sends message to schools over 2026 SSCE registration

2 days ago by Adekunle Dada

WAEC releases names, countries of 2025 WASSCE top performers

WAEC releases names, countries of 2025 WASSCE top performers

2 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Full list of top 10 cheapest universities in USA for Nigerian students

Full list of top 10 cheapest universities in USA for Nigerian students

3 days ago by Basit Jamiu

List of the most expensive primary schools in Lagos

List of the most expensive primary schools in Lagos

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Full list of universities in Nigeria with highest percentage of International students

Full list of universities in Nigeria with highest percentage of International students

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CBN, GTBank announce new exchange rates as naira depreciates against dollar

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CBN, GTBank announce new exchange rates as naira depreciates against dollar

4 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

FG cracks down on ‘Tokunbo’ risks: Accidented vehicles banned as dealers back tough new rules

FG cracks down on ‘Tokunbo’ risks: Accidented vehicles banned as dealers back tough new rules

5 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Airtel surpasses MTN, becomes world's second largest telecom firm, with 650 million subscribers

Airtel surpasses MTN, becomes world's second largest telecom firm, with 650 million subscribers

9 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

CBN releases new report on Access, UBA, Zenith, other banks after recapitalisation programme

CBN releases new report on Access, UBA, Zenith, other banks after recapitalisation programme

10 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Naira begins new week with losses against USD as reserves decline for 14 straight days

Naira begins new week with losses against USD as reserves decline for 14 straight days

11 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

ECOWAS announces multiple new job vacancies, Nigerians can apply

ECOWAS announces multiple new job vacancies, Nigerians can apply

16 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

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"I can get married 5 times": Actress Laide Bakare opens up about her boundaries in relationships

"I can get married 5 times": Actress Laide Bakare opens up about her boundaries in relationships

5 hours ago by Olumide Alake

“This is criminal”: Georgina Onuoha calls for Blessing CEO’s arrest amid cancer claim controversy

“This is criminal”: Georgina Onuoha calls for Blessing CEO’s arrest amid cancer claim controversy

5 hours ago by Kola Ogunkanmi

“I see it two ways”: Davido opens up about his political ambition and the career path he almost chose

“I see it two ways”: Davido opens up about his political ambition and the career path he almost chose

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Alleged cancer: Blessing CEO struggles with medical details as doctor questions her on live TV show

Alleged cancer: Blessing CEO struggles with medical details as doctor questions her on live TV show

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Mercy Aigbe responds to ‘003’ of Nollywood tag, video elicits reactions: "Don't let anyone number u"

Mercy Aigbe responds to ‘003’ of Nollywood tag, video elicits reactions: "Don't let anyone number u"

12 hours ago by Olumide Alake

Blessing CEO takes a major action as backlash over her stage 4 breast cancer claim intensifies

Blessing CEO takes a major action as backlash over her stage 4 breast cancer claim intensifies

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Jihohin Arewa 6 da jam'iyyar APC ta karbe ikon majalisarsu daga 2025 zuwa 2026

Jihohin Arewa 6 da jam'iyyar APC ta karbe ikon majalisarsu daga 2025 zuwa 2026

53 minutes ago by Sani Hamza

Iran ta yi wa Isra'ila babbar llla a mashigar Hormuz bayan babbake jirgin ruwanta

Iran ta yi wa Isra'ila babbar llla a mashigar Hormuz bayan babbake jirgin ruwanta

58 minutes ago by Abdullahi Abubakar

Magana ta fito: Yadda Trump ya tura bindigogi Iran don a yaki gwamnatin Musulunci

Magana ta fito: Yadda Trump ya tura bindigogi Iran don a yaki gwamnatin Musulunci

2 hours ago by Sani Hamza

Bayan barazanar Trump, Iran ta kafa sharadi 1 na bude mashigar Hormuz

Bayan barazanar Trump, Iran ta kafa sharadi 1 na bude mashigar Hormuz

2 hours ago by Sani Hamza

Rigima ta farraƙa APC kan takarar Yusuf Buhari, an ja layi tsakanin ƴan jam'iyya

Rigima ta farraƙa APC kan takarar Yusuf Buhari, an ja layi tsakanin ƴan jam'iyya

4 hours ago by Abdullahi Abubakar

NDLEA ta kama fasto da matarsa bisa zargin safarar kayan maye

NDLEA ta kama fasto da matarsa bisa zargin safarar kayan maye

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