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Don’t Use My Name— Peller Blasts Ycee After Podcast Remark
Popular TikTok streamer Peller has slammed rapper Ycee after the music star referenced him while criticizing what he described as a growing culture of ignorance in Nigeria. Speaking on a recent podcast, Ycee lamented what he called an “Olodo uprising,” arguing that academic excellence is no longer celebrated in the country. “It’s not even Yahoo […]
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TotalEnergies Unveils Recovery Strategy As Dangote Refinery Reshapes Downstream Market
June 25 (THEWILL) — TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc has outlined a strategic recovery plan to restore profitability and strengthen its market position amid sweeping changes in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector triggered by the emergence of domestic refining capacity. Speaking at the company’s Annual General Meeting, the Chairman, Mr Jean-Philippe Torres, said the entry of the […] The post TotalEnergies Unveils Recovery Strategy As Dangote Refinery Reshapes Downstream Market appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Troops Nab Suspected Terrorist Supplier, Seize 150 Combat Boots in Zamfara
Troops of Sector II under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded a significant operational success with the arrest of a suspected logistics supplier to terrorist groups and the recovery of a large cache of tactical equipment in Zamfara State. According to an operational report made available to The News Chronicle on Thursday, the suspect was apprehended […]
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Court To Decide On Bid To Reopen Mohbad Death Investigation
June 25 (THEWILL) — A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed September 29, 2026, to decide on a request for a fresh police investigation into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. Justice James Omotosho set the date on Thursday, June 25, after hearing arguments from the applicant’s lawyer, Chief Tunde […] The post Court To Decide On Bid To Reopen Mohbad Death Investigation appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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UNICEF, YUGI Mobilise 225 Students as Climate Ambassadors in Sokoto
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the Young and Useful Generation Initiative (YUGI), has mobilized 225 secondary school students from across Sokoto State as climate ambassadors to drive grassroots action against climate change. The initiative, which aims to empower young people to champion environmental sustainability, equipped the students with skills to mobilize […]
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New twist in Mohbad’s death case as court prepares major decision
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State Police Will Enhance Security Response Across Nigeria – Assembly Speakers
June 25 (THEWILL) — The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria has expressed strong support for the Senate’s passage of the State Police Bill, saying the proposed reform will enhance security response across the country and strengthen Nigeria’s federal structure. A statement signed by its Chairman and Speaker of the Delta State House […] The post State Police Will Enhance Security Response Across Nigeria – Assembly Speakers appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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BREAKING: Days after murder of ex-OGTV broadcaster, police nab three suspects
By Ado Oyeyemi The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three men in connection with the killing of a former broadcaster with Ogun State Television, Mrs Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The state Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, disclosed the arrests during a press briefing held at the command headquarters in Eleweran, [...]
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Young girl selling popcorn at NYSC camp mentions her jamb score JAMB score, draws attention
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NDLEA, NYSC Lead Anti-Drug Campaign in Yobe to Mark International Day Against Drug Abuse
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in partnership with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), on Thursday commemorated the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in Potiskum, Yobe State, with a renewed call for collective action against substance abuse. Observed annually on June 26 and designated by the United Nations, the […]
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‘They cheered Starmer after stabbing him 400 times,’ Badenoch attacks Labour
"If Labour's record in government is so fantastic, why is Starmer resigning?" Badenoch wrote on social media, using the metaphor of "400 knives" to portray what she described as widespread internal disloyalty towards the Prime Minister.
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I Wanted to Teach Her a Lesson— Ex-Guard Confesses to Killing Retired Ogun Broadcaster
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects, including a former security guard, in connection with the gruesome murder of retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster, Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The victims were found dead at Oyesiku’s residence in the Owode-Egba area of Ogun State on June 21. Her Lexus […]
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Fubara Submits 2026-2028 Fiscal Framework to Rivers Assembly After Four-Month Legislative Hiatus
June 25 (THEWILL) — Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Thursday transmitted the state’s 2026-2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) to the Rivers State House of Assembly. The fiscal framework was presented during an emergency plenary session convened by the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly, its first sitting in about four months. Speaker Martin Amaewhule announced […] The post Fubara Submits 2026-2028 Fiscal Framework to Rivers Assembly After Four-Month Legislative Hiatus appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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UK student visa applications face refusal without proper financial proof
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Afenifere slams threats against Igboho, demands action on insecurity
The organisation concluded by stressing that protecting lives and property should remain a national priority and should not be affected by ethnic, political or regional interests.
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Kidnapping Threat Requires New Thinking, Army Chief Says
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu has challenged military strategists and security experts to develop innovative and practical solutions to Nigeria’s growing wave of mass abductions. Shaibu made the call on Thursday in Abuja during the inauguration of the Army War College Nigeria (AWCN) Wargaming Center, urging the institution to leverage strategic […]
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Igboho Broke No Law – Afenifere Tells Northern Groups, Backs Yoruba Activist
Pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has urged northern groups threatening Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, over his actions to ensure that Yorubaland is freed from banditry and terrorism to keep their peace. In a statement by National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Jare Ajayi, Afenifere stated that Igboho is not threatening any particular ethnic group “but individuals and groups who […] The post Igboho Broke No Law – Afenifere Tells Northern Groups, Backs Yoruba Activist appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Banks on red alert as CBN list Nigerians linked to terrorism financing sanctions
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Abia transport operators face fresh charges as APC raises alarm
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10 cheat death as building collapses in Lagos
Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said rescue operations ongoing to ascertain whether more victims remained trapped beneath the rubble.
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Ondo Withholds WAEC Results Of 17 Students Over Viral Sign-Out Video
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10 Escape Death as Three-Storey Building Crashes Down in Lagos
Ten people have been rescued alive from the rubble of a three-storey building that collapsed on Thursday in the Alakija area of Lagos State. The News Chronicle reports that victims, who sustained varying degrees of injuries, were promptly evacuated and handed over to medical personnel for treatment. Confirming the incident, the General Manager of the […]
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CBN orders banks to freeze accounts linked to six terrorism financing suspects
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Many trapped as Lagos building collapses, commissioner gives update on rescue efforts
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Full list: LPPC releases names of 89 candidates for 2026 SAN conferment
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FCCPC Urges Stakeholders to Prioritise Fruit Safety, Consumer Protection
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has called on stakeholders across Nigeria’s food value chain to prioritize fruit safety and consumer protection to curb foodborne diseases and strengthen public confidence in the nation’s food system. Speaking at the commemoration of World Food Safety Day and World MSMEs Day, organized by OSOA Foods in […]
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South Africa defeats South Korea 1-0 as net significant prize money and historic qualification
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Police Arrest Three Over Murder Of Ex-OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects, including a former security guard, in connection with the murder of former Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster, Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing at the command headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta. […] The post Police Arrest Three Over Murder Of Ex-OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard appeared first on OsunDefender.
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JAIZ Bank Records 24% Profit Growth in 2025
*** Secures Shareholders’ Nod to Raise Additional N150bn Capital By Tony Obiechina, Abuja JAIZ Bank Plc on Wednesday reported a robust performance in its 2025 financial year, with a 24% growth in gross earnings for the year ended December 31, 2025. Briefing journalists at the end of its 14th Annual General Meeting held virtually in [...]
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NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results for Over 186,000 Candidates, Fixes Dates for Maths, English Resit
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), with a total of 186,291 candidates participating in the nationwide assessment. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by NECO’s Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Mr Azeez Sani. According to Sani, the candidates […]
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Inside the 2026 Forbes Creator List: How iShowSpeed, MrBeast Upended Traditional Media Margins
Elite creators like Dhar Mann ($65M) and iShowSpeed ($30M) are capturing unprecedented media revenue with fractional overhead. The post Inside the 2026 Forbes Creator List: How iShowSpeed, MrBeast Upended Traditional Media Margins appeared first on Channels Television.
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Jeremiah Musa’s Rise: From $100 Shortfall to African Excellence Award
He dedicated the honour to underprivileged African children sitting in classrooms with leaking roofs, or not in classrooms at all, selling on pavements, wondering whether a better life exists beyond the circumstances they were handed.
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Rising fuel prices mount pressure on Nigerian businesses, as diesel jumps to N3.277 per litre
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja Rising fuel prices tightened pressure on Nigerian businesses and households in May 2026 as diesel, petrol and kerosene all remained significantly above year earlier levels, raising concerns over higher transportation, manufacturing and distribution costs across the economy. Latest fuel price reports released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that [...]
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WAFCON 2026: NSC, NFF constitute welfare committee for Super Falcons 
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  The National Sports Commission, NSC, in partnership with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has constituted a Welfare Committee to ensure the well-being of the Super Falcons throughout their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations  title defence campaign in Morocco, Prompt News Online reports. The seven-member committee will be chaired by NFF [...]
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Stakeholders demand green jobs policy to tackle youth unemployment, climate risks in Akwa Ibom
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FCID Uncovers N16.17m Fake Pregnancy Scam, Seizes Hundreds of Counterfeit Cosmetics in Lagos
The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Lagos, has uncovered an alleged N16.17 million fake pregnancy scam and recorded significant breakthroughs in its crackdown on counterfeit products, human trafficking, and infrastructure vandalism. The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of the FCID Annex, Mr. Simeon Akpanudom, disclosed this on Thursday while briefing journalists on […]
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