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FACT CHECK: Is the Viral Free NIN Data Correction Link, Flyer FALSE?
A viral post circulated on WhatsApp and other social media platforms stated that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) had established a’special free correction portal’. According to the viral post, citizens can amend their NIN details, such as name, date of birth, gender, and others, for free using the URLs supplied in the message. The […] The post FACT CHECK: Is the Viral Free NIN Data Correction Link, Flyer FALSE? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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FACT CHECK: Did 150 Bandits drown in Sokoto River?
A story which was published by The Sun Nigeria, PointNG, DailyPost, Linda Ikeji Blog among other online news outlets on March 22, indicated that more than 150 suspected bandits reportedly perished in the Sokoto River. According to the story, a boat carrying a large number of bandits capsized in a river in Sabon Gida, Sokoto […] The post FACT CHECK: Did 150 Bandits drown in Sokoto River? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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From Salesman to UBA chairman: 32 things you probably did not know about Tony Elumelu
Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman of the United Bank of Africa (UBA), has clocked 63. The Plateau-born financial expert ascended the steps of endurance and dedication till he reached the pinnacle. Elumelu began as a salesman and is now the head of one of Nigeria’s leading commercial banks. As he enters another year, many Nigerians, including […] The post From Salesman to UBA chairman: 32 things you probably did not know about Tony Elumelu appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Saida BOJ casts doubt on Blessing CEO’s cancer claim, stirs online banter
Saida BOJ hilariously responds to Blessing CEO's cancer claim, igniting a viral feud. Fans weigh in as the drama unfolds on social media and lauged at them.
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‘Igbo may never become President’ — Sam Amadi makes 2027–2035 prediction
A former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, Sam Amadi, has stirred fresh debate over the South-East’s chances of producing Nigeria’s president, saying the region may never attain the position. Amadi, writing on X on Friday, said the South-East might have no realistic path to the presidency in 2027, 2031 or even 2035. […] ‘Igbo may never become President’ — Sam Amadi makes 2027–2035 prediction
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Akinwumi Ambode: The Return of the Political ‘Ex’
On Saturday, March 21, former Governor Akinwumi Ambode and Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly pledged support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election attempt in 2027.  During an inter-faith prayer session commemorating Tinubu’s 74th birthday, the duo urged Nigerians to support the President for a second term, citing ongoing reforms and economic policies as […] The post Akinwumi Ambode: The Return of the Political ‘Ex’ appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Watch how NCE holder gained admission into UI through direct entry
A young lady who has finished her NCE program gained admission into the University of Ibadan through direct entry. She shared her academic journey.
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What You Need to Know About Meningitis
Meningitis is not a strange disease in Nigeria. As of the time of filing this report, 1858 suspected cases and 157 deaths have been recorded in 23 states, with Kebbi, Sokoto, Katsina, Jigawa, Yobe, and Gombe being the most seriously affected. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reports that children aged 5 […] The post What You Need to Know About Meningitis appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Russian Officials Meet US Counterparts As Moscow Denies Aiding Iran
A delegation of Russian officials has arrived in ‌the United States for meetings with their American counterparts. The visit, which began on Thursday, marks the first such trip since ⁠relations strained over Moscow’s war in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “We hope that these first tentative steps will, of course, make their contribution to […]
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Betrayal of Trust? Obi’s Visit to Malami Raises Eyebrows
The visit of Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 election, to Abubakar Malami, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), has sparked controversy, particularly in the South-East, according to WITHIN NIGERIA. A video obtained by WITHIN NIGERIA showed Obi visiting the former AGF on Tuesday, just after […] The post Betrayal of Trust? Obi’s Visit to Malami Raises Eyebrows appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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‘Amala Politics’: How & Why Sowore And Igboho Locked Horns
On Monday, March 16, Omoyele Sowore, an activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), called Chief Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Igboho, a “nuisance” and claimed that the incarcerated Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader is superior to the Yoruba activist. Recall that Sunday Igboho, while addressing his fans in a […] The post ‘Amala Politics’: How & Why Sowore And Igboho Locked Horns appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Israel Kills Iran’s Navy Chief Supervising Strait Of Hormuz Blockade
  The Israeli government has announced that it has killed an Iranian navy chief overseeing the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz through which about 20 per cent of world energy supplies pass. Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz, said Alireza Tangsiri was “directly responsible” for blocking the Strait of Hormuz and had been “blown up.” […]
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Israel strikes Iran with drones, missiles in overnight attack
The Israeli military overnight struck ballistic missiles and aerial defense systems production sites across Iran. Israel Defense Forces, IDF, disclosed this on Friday morning, stating that Iranian capital city, Tehran, was also affected. IDF further disclosed that the strikes also hit Iran’s main facility for the production of missiles and sea mines in the city […] Israel strikes Iran with drones, missiles in overnight attack
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Oil Prices Rise Higher As Iran Denies US Talks
Oil prices have climbed higher amid fading hopes of de- escalation in the Iran war following Tehran’s denial that talks with the United States are under way. Futures for Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose nearly 2 percent on Thursday to top $104 per barrel after Tehran dismissed reports of direct negotiations with US President […]
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US weighs sending up to 10,000 troops to Middle East – Reports
The United States is weighing sending up to 10,000 extra troops to the Middle East, US media reported Friday, as speculation grows that Washington may be preparing a ground operation in Iran. The post US weighs sending up to 10,000 troops to Middle East – Reports appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police detain vigilante, 15 others as three die in Karu clash
At least three people have been confirmed dead following a violent confrontation in Unguwan Yobe community, Aso Fada, within Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, outlining how the incident escalated into a deadly crisis. According to reports, the unrest […] Police detain vigilante, 15 others as three die in Karu clash
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Court Jails Businessman For 15 Years For Cocaine Trafficking
For unlawfully trafficking 1.50 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria from Brazil, a Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a businessman, Uche Onyekwere, to 15 years in prison. The trial judge, Justice Alexander Owoeye, handed down the sentence after Onyekwere pleaded guilty to the four-count charge brought against him by the National Drug Law Enforcement […]
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Divided We Vote, United We Suffer: Nigeria’s Identity Crisis At The Polls
Nigeria has mastered the art of a convenient excuse. Whenever the country stumbles, and it often does, the blame is swiftly and almost exclusively placed on leadership. Bad roads? Bad leaders. Economic hardship? Bad leaders. Insecurity? Still bad leaders. It is an argument that feels justified, even obvious. But it is also incomplete. Because if […]
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Firm Queries Handling Of Teachers’ Registration Data
Teckplus Digital Solutions Ltd has raised concerns over the handling of teachers’ data and the management of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) digital portal, following recent reports of persistent glitches and system failure. In a public statement signed by its chief executive, Patrick Adeolu Adeneye, the firm said its attention had been drawn […]
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Nigerian Poultry Farmers Kick Against Proposed $900m China Partnership
Poultry farmers in Nigeria have expressed strong opposition to the proposed $900 million investment deal between the Federal Government and China, cautioning that it could harm the domestic industry if not carefully implemented. The concerns were raised by the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN) during separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria on Thursday […]
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Iran Guards say ‘turned back’ three ships in Strait of Hormuz
It said the two vessels had been stuck in the Gulf since the start of the war, sparked by US and Israeli attacks on February 28. The post Iran Guards say ‘turned back’ three ships in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Drug Abuse In Nigeria: Before It Finishes Us
Around 5:00 a.m. on a Monday morning, I was traveling to a friend’s house since we needed to get to Ibadan, the capital of Oyo, for a strategic meeting. I chose to drive down the new dualized road in Ilesa to make deadlines when I noticed a crowd gathered around a young man in his […] The post Drug Abuse In Nigeria: Before It Finishes Us appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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The New Wave Of Defections Away From APC
Although the politicians claim their defections are meant to help in rescuing the country, some observers say the realignments are offshoots of some political permutations. The post The New Wave Of Defections Away From APC appeared first on Channels Television.
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Remembering Henry Nwosu: Nigerian Midfielder Who Gave His All
Another large star has fallen. The Nigerian football industry is in sorrow. It has seen the departure of two major stakeholders whose contributions to the industry should not be underestimated. Henry Nwosu, an ex-Nigerian midfielder, has taken his final bow just 72 hours after Adegboye Onigbinde, a Modakeke-born coach, died. Both football icons have entered […] The post Remembering Henry Nwosu: Nigerian Midfielder Who Gave His All appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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TRIBUTE: Adegboye Onigbinde, First Super Eagles Indigenous Coach takes the final bow
Adegboye Onigbinde has died. The Modakeke-born coach has set off on a frigid voyage to eternal life. He led a life of service. The gigantic tree has toppled. It fell into a large river, causing a strong rhythm of grief and misery. Onigbinde was one of the best coaches Nigeria has ever had. The famed […] The post TRIBUTE: Adegboye Onigbinde, First Super Eagles Indigenous Coach takes the final bow appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Man, 34, docked for alleged murder of cousin
The defendant was charged on two-counts of conspiracy and murder. His plea was however, not taken by the court...
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EU condemns Israeli parliament’s approval of death penalty bill
European Union condemned Israel’s approval of the Death Penalty Bill, warning it violated human rights and urged Israel to uphold its moratorium.
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JAMB Uncovers AI-Driven UTME Scam, Arrests Mastermind Who Duped 131 Candidates
March 27, (THEWILL) — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has uncovered an AI-driven fraud scheme targeting Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates, leading to the arrest of its mastermind, Emmanuel Akataka, who defrauded no fewer than 131 unsuspecting candidates. The suspect, who was re-arrested by JAMB officials, confessed on Thursday at the Board’s […] The post JAMB Uncovers AI-Driven UTME Scam, Arrests Mastermind Who Duped 131 Candidates appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Outrage As Pastor Storms Osun Grove, Preaches Against Deity
The clip, posted on X by @spiritual_wife, shows a man dressed in white robes standing beside a shrine within the grove, touching parts of it, gesturing as he speaks, and appearing to declare the supremacy of Jesus Christ while describing the deity Osun as powerless. The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove is recognised as a UNESCO World […] The post Outrage As Pastor Storms Osun Grove, Preaches Against Deity appeared first on OsunDefender.
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₦2.5bn Fraud: Court Discharges Stella Oduah After Plea Bargain
Counsel for the Federal Government asked the judge to order the forfeiture of ₦1.2 billion paid as restitution, as well as ₦780 million recovered during the investigation.  The post ₦2.5bn Fraud: Court Discharges Stella Oduah After Plea Bargain appeared first on Channels Television.
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Olivia Dean Wins Big as Ayra Starr, Wizkid Secure Major Awards at 2026 MOBO
MOBO Awards marked its 30th anniversary with a ceremony held for the first time in Manchester, where British singer Olivia Dean emerged as the biggest winner of the night. The event took place at the Co-op Live Arena and was hosted by Eve and Eddie Kadi. Olivia Dean leads winners with three awards Dean secured […]
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Security group applauds Nigerian military gains in North Central
The CCNSCR had praised the Armed Forces for improved operations in North Central Nigeria, urging sustained momentum to secure Easter and preserve recent gains.
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2027: Atiku, ADC stakeholders meet in Adamawa
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Thursday night held a closed-door meeting with key stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Adamawa State. Atiku disclosed this via his x handle on Friday. “Last night, I met with stakeholders of the Adamawa State African Democratic Congress (ADC). “We reviewed the current state of our party, […] 2027: Atiku, ADC stakeholders meet in Adamawa
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ASUU gives FG four days to implement newly approved lecturer salaries amid rising tension
ASUU president Christopher Piwuna has given the FG a four-day ultimatum to pay newly approved lecturer salaries, warning of a strong union response if not met.
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Blessing CEO responds to VeryDarkMan over his request to inspect her amid cancer claims
Blessing CEO responded after VeryDarkMan requested to inspect her breasts over her stage 4 cancer claim, raising fresh reactions online about her health and evidence
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Nigerian Army probes alleged extrajudicial killing in Maiduguri
Social media posts alleged that Mr Mustapha, also known as Abchin, was unarmed and returning from a Sallah visit when he was killed. The post Nigerian Army probes alleged extrajudicial killing in Maiduguri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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