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Breaking: Grief as high-ranking Nigerian senator dies

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Breaking: Grief as high-ranking Nigerian senator dies

It was a grief and lamentation day when a prominent senator, Barinada Mpigi, from Rivers state, confirmed dead. A federal lawmaker gave details about him.

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Bandits storm Ondo palace, murder popular traditional ruler

Bandits storm Ondo palace, murder popular traditional ruler

Oba Kehinde Falodun of Agamọ Community in Ondo was killed during an attempted abduction. Authorities havelaunched a manhunt to track the suspects.

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Over 100 terrorists declared repentant as Army says: "They've completed rehabilitation programme"

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Breaking: ICPC storms El-Rufai's residence, details emerge

Breaking: ICPC storms El-Rufai's residence, details emerge

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North central youths reacts as Tinubu signs electoral reform ahead of 2027 election

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Breaking: Grief as high-ranking Nigerian senator dies

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Isaac Fayose makes U-turn, apologises to the Igbos over controversial cash and carry comments: “I regret it”

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N432bn probe: El-Rufai detained, DSS prepares to take action as battle with Ribadu takes another dimension

N432bn probe: El-Rufai detained, DSS prepares to take action as battle with Ribadu takes another dimension

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Breaking: Top northern gov announces first Ramadan package for civil servants

Breaking: Top northern gov announces first Ramadan package for civil servants

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Nine arrested for eating during first day of Ramadan

Nine arrested for eating during first day of Ramadan

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Breaking: Tinubu asks Nigerians for forgiveness, “If I have sinned against you", viral video trends

Breaking: Tinubu asks Nigerians for forgiveness, “If I have sinned against you", viral video trends

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Full List: Nigeria, 11 other West African nations move closer to launching Eco currency

Full List: Nigeria, 11 other West African nations move closer to launching Eco currency

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I Stopped Financing My Husband — So He Claimed That Marrying Another Wife Would Save Our Home

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My Friend Mocked Me For Being a Single Mom — When It Happened to Her Years Later, I Offered Help

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Clarence and Queen Naija's relationship timeline from YouTube fairytale to reality

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TESCOM recruitment: Ekiti govt issues important information

TESCOM recruitment: Ekiti govt issues important information

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King Charles of UK responds with “deepest concern” to arrest of brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

King Charles of UK responds with “deepest concern” to arrest of brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

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Breaking: Tension as insurgents demand N100 million, threaten fresh massacre in Kebbi community

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Immigration recruitment: FG releases important notice to all applicants, "You're hereby informed"

Immigration recruitment: FG releases important notice to all applicants, "You're hereby informed"

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Tragedy as Lakurawa terrorists kill 34 in fresh multiple attacks

Tragedy as Lakurawa terrorists kill 34 in fresh multiple attacks

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Ajiran indigenes reject palace-linked notice, call for fair probe into killings

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University of Ibadan student who planned to graduate with 2:1 bags first class, shares story

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University of Ibadan law student graduates with first class despite battling severe anxiety

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Electoral Act amendment: Dumebi Ifeanyi sends key message to Tinubu, “Imo state fully behind you”

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Just In: Another candidate steps down for APC as INEC conducts FCT election Saturday

Just In: Another candidate steps down for APC as INEC conducts FCT election Saturday

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Breaking: Rivers Assembly stops impeachment proceedings against Fubara after Tinubu’s intervention

Breaking: Rivers Assembly stops impeachment proceedings against Fubara after Tinubu’s intervention

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ICPC picks up Nasir El-Rufai after EFCC, DSS detentions

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Nigeria vs Cameroon: Super Falcons coach names strong 25-player squad for friendlies

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Italian legend Alessandro Del Piero praises Victor Osimhen after impressive UEFA performance against Juventus

Italian legend Alessandro Del Piero praises Victor Osimhen after impressive UEFA performance against Juventus

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NFF break silence as Eric Chelle reportedly lists 19 conditions to remain Super Eagles coach

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NFF break silence as Eric Chelle reportedly lists 19 conditions to remain Super Eagles coach

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Arsenal fans blame one man if Gunners miss out on Premier League title after Wolves draw

Arsenal fans blame one man if Gunners miss out on Premier League title after Wolves draw

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CAF official apologises to Morocco after tense AFCON 2025 final; admits the host country were 'robbed'

CAF official apologises to Morocco after tense AFCON 2025 final; admits the host country were 'robbed'

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Lookman makes Champions League history, joins Haaland on prestigious list

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Ex-prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Ex-prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

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Philippine vice president Sara Duterte declares 2028 presidential bid amid feud with Marcos

Philippine vice president Sara Duterte declares 2028 presidential bid amid feud with Marcos

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Full list of categories of immigrant workers Canada Is targeting in 2026

Full list of categories of immigrant workers Canada Is targeting in 2026

12 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Full list: Direct flights Nigerians can take from Lagos in 2026, all 30 countries mentioned

Full list: Direct flights Nigerians can take from Lagos in 2026, all 30 countries mentioned

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Court sentences South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment

Court sentences South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment

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2026: Importance of breaking fast with dates during the holy month of Ramadan

2026: Importance of breaking fast with dates during the holy month of Ramadan

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Ramadan 2026: I mistakenly drank water while fasting, what should I do? Islamic scholar reacts

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Fire and ice: The political unraveling of El-Rufai and Ribadu

Fire and ice: The political unraveling of El-Rufai and Ribadu

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Kwankwaso, US pressure, and the price of speaking out the truth in politics

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Electoral reform in Nigeria: 25 years, 176,000 polling units, still no trust

Electoral reform in Nigeria: 25 years, 176,000 polling units, still no trust

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Valentine’s Day in Nigeria: Why red roses can’t hide a nation in crisis

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List of universities in Federal Capital Territory in 2026

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Students' loan: Top 10 states with highest NELFUND applications as of February 2026

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List of top 10 states with highest number of universities in Nigeria as of 2026

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Just in: FG opens portal for fresh nationwide recruitment

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Former vice chancellor of University of Ibadan reacts as 58 law students bag first class

Former vice chancellor of University of Ibadan reacts as 58 law students bag first class

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2026 UTME: JAMB addresses possibility of deadline extension amid low turnout nationwide

2026 UTME: JAMB addresses possibility of deadline extension amid low turnout nationwide

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Dangote refinery to boost Nigeria’s energy security, reduce fuel imports

Dangote refinery to boost Nigeria’s energy security, reduce fuel imports

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Halin da ake ciki yayin da El Rufai ke ci gaba da zama tsare a hannun EFCC

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