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Breaking: NDC 2027 presidential candidate Obi declares what he will do to Nnamdi Kanu, bandits

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Breaking: NDC 2027 presidential candidate Obi declares what he will do to Nnamdi Kanu, bandits

Peter Obi says he would engage Nnamdi Kanu and other agitators through dialogue if elected, stressing that criticism is not a crime and needs discussion.

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How the 1xCup Trophy Tour contributes to football development in the country

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2026 World Cup: Ghanaian government sends strong message to FIFA over Thomas Partey's visa refusal

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Breaking: Mother of Tinubu's minister is dead as details emerge

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Samuel Ogazi runs historic world fastest time as Nigerian athletes dominate NCAA finals

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“Why It seems so difficult to deal with bandits, terrorists," Defence minister explains

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Former Paris Saint-Germain manager predicts African semi-finalists at 2026 World Cup

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Breaking: Court reportedly orders arrest of Tinubu's former minister

Breaking: Court reportedly orders arrest of Tinubu's former minister

A Federal High Court has authorised the ICPC to arrest former Minister Uche Nnaji over certificate forgery allegations linked to his academic credentials.

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46 minutes ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Rivers NDC gov candidate Fubara announces who his godfather is ahead of 2027 election

Rivers NDC gov candidate Fubara announces who his godfather is ahead of 2027 election

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House of Representatives member Tongo is dead, details, photos emerge

House of Representatives member Tongo is dead, details, photos emerge

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After acquiring 20 banks in 4 years, Access Holdings wants to compete with Africa's biggest bank

After acquiring 20 banks in 4 years, Access Holdings wants to compete with Africa's biggest bank

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2027 election: Cleric releases prophecy, predicts Peter Obi’s win, NDC candidate's agenda

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2027 election: Cleric releases prophecy, predicts Peter Obi’s win, NDC candidate's agenda

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Full list: UAE’s minimum wage and worker’s salary in 2026 released

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2026 Hijri New Year public holiday declared by government

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Breaking: NDC 2027 presidential candidate Obi declares what he will do to Nnamdi Kanu, bandits

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Pastor Adeboye shares why he is still leading RCCG: "‎I'm supposed to have retired 14 years ago"

Pastor Adeboye shares why he is still leading RCCG: "‎I'm supposed to have retired 14 years ago"

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Controversy trails footballer Kelechi Nwakali's new wife's cryptic post as they wed traditionally

Controversy trails footballer Kelechi Nwakali's new wife's cryptic post as they wed traditionally

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Kola Oyewo's final moment emerges as late actor's family breaks silence with heartbreaking tribute

Kola Oyewo's final moment emerges as late actor's family breaks silence with heartbreaking tribute

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VeryDarkMan arrested? Activist's lawyer responds to viral rumours shortly after Abuja protest

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Shahar Isaac's ethnicity and the life of one of The Chosen's biggest breakout stars

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Kimberley Sustad's Hallmark career and the husband she has been married to for over a decade

Kimberley Sustad's Hallmark career and the husband she has been married to for over a decade

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The three arms of government in Nigeria and their functions

The three arms of government in Nigeria and their functions

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INEC chairmen since 1960 ranked by the elections they oversaw and the scandals they survived

INEC chairmen since 1960 ranked by the elections they oversaw and the scandals they survived

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Top children's haircuts in Nigeria that are taking salons by storm this year

Top children's haircuts in Nigeria that are taking salons by storm this year

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Williams Uchemba's wife, child and the net worth he built far beyond his Nollywood child fame

Williams Uchemba's wife, child and the net worth he built far beyond his Nollywood child fame

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She sold her Halloween rights and found Morgan Wade — Kyle Richards' net worth and how she got there

She sold her Halloween rights and found Morgan Wade — Kyle Richards' net worth and how she got there

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She had $12 million before Bravo ever came knocking — Angela Reed's net worth and her full story

She had $12 million before Bravo ever came knocking — Angela Reed's net worth and her full story

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She married into the Hilton empire at 19 — Kathy Hilton's net worth and how she got to $350M

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She walked the Grammys with their granddaughter — Tom Hanks' wife Rita Wilson and their four kids

She walked the Grammys with their granddaughter — Tom Hanks' wife Rita Wilson and their four kids

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Alexis Marie's ethnicity and the sister duo that turned family content into serious millions

Alexis Marie's ethnicity and the sister duo that turned family content into serious millions

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Diane Addonizio gave up her own law career to raise Howie Long's children and family

Diane Addonizio gave up her own law career to raise Howie Long's children and family

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State Police: Speaker Abbas, Reps hailed over passage of historic security reform bill

State Police: Speaker Abbas, Reps hailed over passage of historic security reform bill

4 hours ago by Nurudeen Lawal

Breaking: Oyo Gov Makinde update on abduction of school children, staff

Breaking: Oyo Gov Makinde update on abduction of school children, staff

5 hours ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Big win for troops as ISWAP's ‘bomb-making specialist’, senior commander surrender

Big win for troops as ISWAP's ‘bomb-making specialist’, senior commander surrender

11 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Just in: Northern governor appoints new Emir of Ngazargamu

Just in: Northern governor appoints new Emir of Ngazargamu

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Video: Anti-terror movement stages protest in Abuja, calls for unity against insecurity in Nigeria

Video: Anti-terror movement stages protest in Abuja, calls for unity against insecurity in Nigeria

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Nigerian governor approves ₦300M support for South African returnees, Law students

Nigerian governor approves ₦300M support for South African returnees, Law students

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My son refused to enter our new house – Then he pointed at the basement door

My son refused to enter our new house – Then he pointed at the basement door

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My sister came to my wedding wearing a glove – I was in shock when it slipped off

My sister came to my wedding wearing a glove – I was in shock when it slipped off

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Catholic lady tells members how to escape poverty: "Don't joke with this"

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Catholic lady tells members how to escape poverty: "Don't joke with this"

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Babcock University student who was denied visa 6 times becomes medical doctor, shares his story

Babcock University student who was denied visa 6 times becomes medical doctor, shares his story

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Babcock University medical student bags degree after 6 years, gets 10 distinctions

Babcock University medical student bags degree after 6 years, gets 10 distinctions

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UK releases salaries of primary and secondary school teachers, shows how much headteachers earn

UK releases salaries of primary and secondary school teachers, shows how much headteachers earn

16 hours ago by Victor Duru

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NDC leader mentions position that was offered to Obi's ally Aisha Yesuf: "she rejected it"

NDC leader mentions position that was offered to Obi's ally Aisha Yesuf: "she rejected it"

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Breaking: Dickson meets Peter Obi amid crisis in NDC ahead of 2027 election, sends out strong message

Breaking: Dickson meets Peter Obi amid crisis in NDC ahead of 2027 election, sends out strong message

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NDC under pressure as group issues ultimatum over long-delayed primary results

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NDC under pressure as group issues ultimatum over long-delayed primary results

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Democracy Day: Abia APC backs Tinubu's bold reforms, calls for national unity

Democracy Day: Abia APC backs Tinubu's bold reforms, calls for national unity

22 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Unseating Tinubu: ADC, other opposition parties with 2 to 3 presidential candidates

Unseating Tinubu: ADC, other opposition parties with 2 to 3 presidential candidates

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NDC finally opens up on collecting donation ahead of 2027

NDC finally opens up on collecting donation ahead of 2027

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England robbed in major World Cup security scare ahead of Croatia clash

England robbed in major World Cup security scare ahead of Croatia clash

5 hours ago by Olamide Abe

Folarin Balogun powers United States to biggest World Cup victory in 96 years

Folarin Balogun powers United States to biggest World Cup victory in 96 years

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2026 World Cup: FIFA sends message to Thomas Partey after Canada denies him entry visa

2026 World Cup: FIFA sends message to Thomas Partey after Canada denies him entry visa

14 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Ghana suffer World Cup blow as Canada rejects Thomas Partey visa over sexual assault charges

Ghana suffer World Cup blow as Canada rejects Thomas Partey visa over sexual assault charges

17 hours ago by Olamide Abe

Cristiano Ronaldo speaks about Portugal’s chances of winning 2026 FIFA World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo speaks about Portugal’s chances of winning 2026 FIFA World Cup

18 hours ago by Elijah Odetokun

2026 World Cup: Sweden legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic backs 2 countries, overlooks Argentina and Portugal

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2026 World Cup: Sweden legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic backs 2 countries, overlooks Argentina and Portugal

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Trump dismisses leaked Iran ceasefire terms as “fake news”, says deal remains uncertain

Trump dismisses leaked Iran ceasefire terms as “fake news”, says deal remains uncertain

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Kuwait suspends visas for Nigerians, other foreign nationals

Kuwait suspends visas for Nigerians, other foreign nationals

a day ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Breaking: Former South Korean president sentenced to 30 years in prison

Breaking: Former South Korean president sentenced to 30 years in prison

a day ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Estimated salaries of Nigerian police and 3 other countries released

Estimated salaries of Nigerian police and 3 other countries released

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

Tension as US launches new strikes on Iran, Tehran retaliates

Tension as US launches new strikes on Iran, Tehran retaliates

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Nigerian woman jumps from balcony to death as police officers storm suspected drug lab

Nigerian woman jumps from balcony to death as police officers storm suspected drug lab

a day ago by Ezra Ukanwa

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Xenophobia: Nigerians are coming home, but who helps them rebuild their lives?

Xenophobia: Nigerians are coming home, but who helps them rebuild their lives?

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NDC primaries: Why Peter Obi and Kwankwaso should not be blamed

NDC primaries: Why Peter Obi and Kwankwaso should not be blamed

3 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Aiyedatiwa and the ‘accidental governor’ narrative in Ondo politics

Aiyedatiwa and the ‘accidental governor’ narrative in Ondo politics

4 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Oriire abductions: The dangerous new frontier in Nigeria’s security crisis

Oriire abductions: The dangerous new frontier in Nigeria’s security crisis

4 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

South-West kidnapping: The blind spots no one is tracking

South-West kidnapping: The blind spots no one is tracking

5 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

INMA: Why Earl Wilkinson's June 2026 Visit to Nigeria and Kenya Matters

INMA: Why Earl Wilkinson's June 2026 Visit to Nigeria and Kenya Matters

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Here are the courses you can study with a low JAMB score and where to apply

Here are the courses you can study with a low JAMB score and where to apply

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LASU announces key leadership changes as council reappoints registrar, picks new bursar

LASU announces key leadership changes as council reappoints registrar, picks new bursar

23 hours ago by Ololade Olatimehin

LASUSTECH researcher advocates campus, community climate ambassadors to drive grassroots action in Nigeria

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LASUSTECH researcher advocates campus, community climate ambassadors to drive grassroots action in Nigeria

a day ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

The nursing schools in Nigeria you can get into without sitting JAMB and what each one costs

The nursing schools in Nigeria you can get into without sitting JAMB and what each one costs

a day ago by Isaac Wangethi

List of courses offered at Bamidele Olumilua University, fees and cut-off

List of courses offered at Bamidele Olumilua University, fees and cut-off

a day ago by Mercy Mbuthia

Breakdown of university lecturers’ salaries in Nigeria after minimum wage implementation released

Breakdown of university lecturers’ salaries in Nigeria after minimum wage implementation released

2 days ago by Basit Jamiu

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Petrol prices may fall in Nigeria soon as crude oil cost sinks to lowest level in 3 months

Petrol prices may fall in Nigeria soon as crude oil cost sinks to lowest level in 3 months

4 hours ago by Victor Enengedi

8 reasons many iPhone users are ditching Apple for Android in 2026

8 reasons many iPhone users are ditching Apple for Android in 2026

4 hours ago by Victor Enengedi

Nanotechnology breakthrough raises hope of long-standing Niger Delta environmental damage

Nanotechnology breakthrough raises hope of long-standing Niger Delta environmental damage

20 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire, Dangote jumps in ranking

Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire, Dangote jumps in ranking

21 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

92 million MTN subscribers still stranded as FCCPC moves on from airtime credit crisis

92 million MTN subscribers still stranded as FCCPC moves on from airtime credit crisis

23 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Nigerian stocks slip as investors book gains ahead of holiday

Nigerian stocks slip as investors book gains ahead of holiday

23 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

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Kelsey came back but Niles didn't — the Frasier cast and where all of them ended up

Kelsey came back but Niles didn't — the Frasier cast and where all of them ended up

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He turned down Ghost, she moved to Marrakesh — what happened to the cast of Crocodile Dundee

He turned down Ghost, she moved to Marrakesh — what happened to the cast of Crocodile Dundee

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Karen Huger is the Grande Dame of Potomac and the richest — the RHOP housewives ranked by net worth

Karen Huger is the Grande Dame of Potomac and the richest — the RHOP housewives ranked by net worth

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Dina left after two seasons and still came out richest — the RHONJ housewives ranked by net worth

Dina left after two seasons and still came out richest — the RHONJ housewives ranked by net worth

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Bethenny built a $80M empire selling low-cal cocktails — the RHONY housewives ranked by net worth

Bethenny built a $80M empire selling low-cal cocktails — the RHONY housewives ranked by net worth

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Actor Kola Oyewo passes away at 80, Kunle Afod's tribute leaves many emotional: "We lost a legend"

Actor Kola Oyewo passes away at 80, Kunle Afod's tribute leaves many emotional: "We lost a legend"

15 hours ago by Olumide Alake

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