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NUC approves six new courses for FUNAAB
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Xenophobic attacks and the ‘balance of madness’
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Suspended FUOYE SUG president reinstated — NANS
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REAN, SON Synergise To Curb Fake Renewable Energy Products
 The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) has strengthened its collaboration with the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to tackle the proliferation of fake and substandard renewable energy products in the country. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by REAN’s Head of Communications, Mr Oisereime Lloyd-Dietake. According to the statement, […] 
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Sorrow-Sweet Nostalgia: A Tribute to My American Parents, by Isaac Megbolugbe
 Introduction As I look ahead to my 75th birthday on February 2, 2027, I recently found myself in a profound conversation with Professor Bola Ayeni at the University of Ibadan. We spoke about the figures who have shaped our lives. Out of our exchange, and inspired by a recent tribute article written in my honor, I [...] 
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Greenspan, The Global Banker, Dies At 100
 For most Nigerians, the name Alan Greenspan does not evoke memories or, for that matter, ring a bell. But to most in the business world, he was that American of Jewish descent who influenced global economic policy as an economist and former chairman of the Federal Reserve, the United States’ central bank. He played that […] 
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$2.53m terrorism financing: EFCC moves against Miyetti Allah 
 EFCC, is set to arraign Bello Abdullahi Bodejo before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged terrorism financing and money laundering involving $2.530 million. 
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South Africa Make World Cup History With Famous Victory Over South Korea
 South Africa produced one of the biggest shocks of the FIFA World Cup group stage on Wednesday, defeating South Korea 1-0 to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in their history. Having returned to the global stage for the first time since hosting the tournament in 2010, Bafana Bafana appeared destined for an […] 
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Former governor Uduaghan is alive – Delta govt
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State Police Bill gains international praise as US lawmaker applauds Tinubu
 According to him, a decentralised policing system would improve the capacity of local authorities to tackle security threats and provide better protection for at-risk populations. 
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At Least 32 Dead, Over 700 Injured As Twin Quakes Hit Venezuela
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Businesswoman, Driver Arraigned Over Road Accident
 A businesswoman, Hauwa Ishaku and a driver, Chucks Benson, have been docked in a Life Camp Chief Magistrates’ Court in Abuja for allegedly causing a road crash. The police charged Ishaku, 38, of Gwarinpa Estate, Abuja, and Benson, 73, of Jardin Nigeria Limited, Maitama, with driving without care and causing an accident. The defendants pleaded […] 
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Breaking: FG reveals next step against Lagos man accused of terrorism financing
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How transparency in choosing VCs influences varsities’ devt, growth  — Research 
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Amal Hassan: Building Nigeria’s Digital Future
 Amal Hassan can best be described as a self-made entrepreneur. She is professionally accomplished, nationally relevant, internationally recognised and actively involved in youth and women empowerment. Hassan is among the few contemporary Nigerians whose fame, wealth and business exploits did not come from politics, public office, or fraud. She built her wealth by venturing into […] 
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Kano Court Jails Man 20 Years For Raping 85-year-old Woman
 A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 32-year-old man, Muhammad Zulfalalu, popularly known as “Mai Siket”, to 20 years’ imprisonment for raping an 85-year-old woman. Zulfalalu, a resident of Gidan Kwano, Kwanar Dangora in Kiru Local Government Area of the state, was convicted on a nine-count charge bordering on rape and housebreaking. Delivering judgment, […] 
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World Cup 2026: ‘I cried alone’ – Neymar speaks after Brazil’s 3-0 win over Scotland
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Terrorism: Court Sentences 2 Nigerians, 1 Foreigner To Death
 Three persons arrested by the Department of State Security (DSS) in Sokoto over terrorism and arms proliferation allegations have been sentenced to death by hanging by the State High Court. The three suspects, who include a national of the Republic of Niger, Jabbi Alhaji Yalle, alongside Yusuf Muhammad, also known as Sallau and Kabiru Muhammad, […] 
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‘YABATECH needs alumni backing to become university’ 
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PDP war shifts to INEC as Wike, Turaki camps issue parallel certificates  
 “Nobody gives power. Power is taken. If you do not do so, that is your business. You must fight for it to take it. Nobody is ready to dash you power,” Wike said. 
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Kebbi APC Suspends State, LG Chairmen, Others
 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the state Chairman, Abubakar Muhammed Kana Zuru, and the Chairman of Zuru Local Government, Aliyu Abubakar Abiola, from the party indefinitely. Their suspension was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the state government, Yakubu Bala Tafida, to Journalists on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi. They were […] 
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TCN restores electricity to Rivers, two other Nigerian states after blackout
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Federal Govt Commits N217bn To Strengthen Medical Education
 The Federal Government has committed over N217 billion within two years to strengthen medical education and healthcare training across Nigeria as part of efforts to build a stronger healthcare system anchored on quality education, research, innovation and human capital development. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, disclosed this at the opening of the […] 
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Why I Can’t Be Second Wife Or Struggle With A Man — Actor Kunle Afolayan’s Daughter, Eyiyemi
 Eyiyemi Afolayan, daughter of Nollywood actor Eyiyemi Afolayan, has shared her views on relationships and marriage, stating that she does not support polygamy and would rather marry a financially modest man than a wealthy one. Speaking during an interview with BBC Yoruba, she explained that wealth can sometimes influence men negatively in relationships, making them [...] 
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Nigerian Scholar Attains Global Expert Status In Research Community
 A Nigerian media executive and researcher, Max Nwabueze Amuchie, has been elevated to Expert Member and Peer Reviewer status in Social and Behavioural Sciences by ScienceOpen, a leading international open-science and research discovery platform. According to ScienceOpen, the appointment was based on Amuchie’s ORCID publication record and scholarly contributions indexed on the platform. With the […] 
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How Loneliness Pushed Me To Ask A Man Out — Actress Rashidat Anjorin
 Rashidat Anjorin, the actress and filmmaker popularly known as Indomie, has spoken candidly about a difficult period in her life when loneliness and emotional struggles pushed her into severe depression and thoughts of ending her life. Appearing on the Talk to B podcast, the actress shared how isolation affected her mental wellbeing and left her [...] 
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World Cup 2026: I tried to convince him to play for Super Eagles – Troost-Ekong on Canada striker, David Promise
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Niger Quits ICC, Deepening Debate Over Court’s Legitimacy
 The government of Niger has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court, citing concerns over what it described as selective justice and raising fresh questions about the court’s legitimacy and effectiveness. The withdrawal, announced on June 23, makes Niger the third country to leave the ICC after Burundi and the Philippines. In its notification, Niger […] 
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Police debunk claims of officer’s links with armed bandits
 “They are actively supporting ongoing security operations in collaboration with security agencies in Musawa and Matazu Local Government Areas of Katsina State,” he said. 
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Police clarify video allegedly showing its personnel interacting with bandits in Katsina
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Middle Belt Remains Region Most Devastated By Terrorists – MBF
 The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has said the Middle Belt remains the region most devastated by the activities of Boko Haram/ISWAP, bandits and other terrorist groups. MBF said it strongly supported the recent call by the Emir of Argungu, Kebbi State, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, for his communities to become more organised in the face […] 
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State Police Closer To Becoming Reality As Senate Passes Bill
 | Governors, Gbajabiamila present as 87 senators vote in support  |  At least 24 state legislatures must approve bill before presidential assent In a historic move aimed at addressing Nigeria’s worsening security challenges, no fewer than 87 senators on Wednesday voted in support of a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across the […] 
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Poor transparency rating may scare investors away, NEITI warns
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Cartoon: Nigerian politicians are ‘born again’
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Wunmi, Mohbad's widow, moves against TikToker over cyberbullying claims: "Let him provide evidence"
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 25, 2026
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