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Court awards N100m damages against Police over death of 22-year-old in Calabar
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Peter Obi Changes Parties ‘Like Table Tennis’ — Bwala
  The Presidency has criticised the presidential candidate of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC), Peter Obi, accusing him of political inconsistency and questioning his ability to lead Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election. Presidential spokesman and Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, made the remarks during an interview […]
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Miyetti Allah president pleads not guilty to $2.63 million money laundering, terrorism charges
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FG Moves to Tackle Electricity Challenges in Healthcare Facilities
The Federal Government has launched the Health Power Initiative to improve electricity supply in healthcare facilities and strengthen service delivery across the country. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq-Adekunle Salako, disclosed this on Thursday at the 11th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Intensive and Critical Care Society […]
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Parasitic Diarrhoea Outbreak Rises to Nearly 1,000 Cases in Michigan
Michigan has recorded nearly 1,000 confirmed cases of a parasitic infection that causes prolonged watery diarrhoea, marking the largest Cyclospora outbreak in the state’s history. Health authorities said on Wednesday that 992 people had been diagnosed with the infection, with about 40 requiring hospital treatment. No deaths have been reported. The source of the outbreak […]
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Miyetti Allah President Pleads Not Guilty To $2.63m Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing Charges
The National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, on Thursday pleaded not guilty before the Federal High Court in Abuja to a 12-count charge bordering on alleged money laundering and terrorism financing involving $2.63 million. Bodejo was arraigned before Justice Inyang Ekwo by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which accused him […]
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Gianni Infantino Faces Fresh Pressure as EU Lawmakers Push for Probe Over Balogun Ban Controversy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing growing scrutiny after 72 members of the European Parliament called for an independent investigation into the governing body’s handling of the controversial decision that cleared United States striker Folarin Balogun to continue playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The lawmakers questioned whether political influence played a role after […]
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Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For Criminal Justice Reform Bill
A key provision of the bill is the establishment of a criminal justice monitoring council to oversee the implementation of the law in courts within the FCT and other federal courts across the country. The post Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For Criminal Justice Reform Bill appeared first on Channels Television.
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Insecurity: Senate Approves ₦403.1bn Police Trust Fund Budgets For 2025, 2026
Lawmakers expressed optimism that the funding will improve the provision of critical equipment, infrastructure, training and other resources. The post Insecurity: Senate Approves ₦403.1bn Police Trust Fund Budgets For 2025, 2026 appeared first on Channels Television.
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Anambra rated 100% in Open Government Partnership ranking
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PFIPC Fraud: Gbajabiamila was targeted to give Tinubu govt bad name – Wike
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Tosin Ajayi: Helen Prest breaks silence after sole lawful widow ruling
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Why GTBank is deploying 200,000 PoS terminals nationwide
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US Lists 124 Nigerians For Deportation Over Criminal Convictions as Trump Expands Immigration Crackdown
July 9 (THEWILL) — The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified 124 Nigerians among foreign nationals slated for deportation over criminal convictions, marking the latest phase of President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration enforcement policy targeting undocumented migrants with criminal records. The names and photographs of the affected Nigerians were published on the […] The post US Lists 124 Nigerians For Deportation Over Criminal Convictions as Trump Expands Immigration Crackdown appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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‎May Edochie Sues Ex-lawyer, Others For ₦1.5bn Over Alleged Leak Of Private Information Online ‎
Estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, May Yul-Edochie, has taken her fight against years of alleged online harassment to a Lagos High Court, naming her own former legal representative among those she holds responsible for the attacks. ‎The lawsuit, filed through her current lawyers at Greylaw Partners, targets Yinka Omolola Theisen, Emeka Ugwuonye and […]
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Cholera Outbreak Reportedly Kills Nine ISWAP Terrorists in Borno
No fewer than nine fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have reportedly died following a cholera outbreak in the Timbuktu Triangle, a known insurgent stronghold in Borno State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the development in a post on X on Wednesday, citing intelligence sources. According to the sources, the disease has […]
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FRSC decorates Gov Ododo as patron of special marshals
Kogi Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has been decorated as the Patron of Special Marshals by the The post FRSC decorates Gov Ododo as patron of special marshals appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Atiku Appoints Aides On Community Engagement
  Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has appointed Alhaji Aliyu Bello as Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement and Dr. Victor Moses as Special Assistant on Community Engagement. The appointments were announced in a statement issued by the Atiku Media Office in Abuja on Wednesday. According […]
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Tinubu Yet to Sign Key Audit Reform Bill Five Months After National Assembly Approval
President Bola Tinubu has yet to sign the Federal Audit Service Bill into law, nearly five months after it was passed by the National Assembly and forwarded for presidential approval, raising fresh concerns about the future of public sector accountability reforms.   The News Chronicle reports that the proposed legislation will help the Office of […]
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Only 3 SANs make final NBA presidential ballot ahead of July 18 vote
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Academy of Medical Sciences Raises Alarm Over Maternal Deaths, Epidemic Risks
The Academy of Medical Sciences has expressed concern over Nigeria’s persistently high maternal mortality rate and growing epidemic threats, calling for urgent action to strengthen the country’s healthcare system. The President of the Academy, Prof. Frank Giwa-Osagie, made the call in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the Academy’s Secretary, Prof. Mayowa Owolabi. […]
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Full List: 46 Countries Nigerians can now visit without traditional visas
The destinations are spread across Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, the Middle East and Oceania, offering Nigerians a wider range of travel opportunities through visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival arrangements and electronic visa (eVisa) systems.
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Prince Adeyemi: The Evil Genius and That’s the Way the Cookie Crumbled
While the nation has been fixated on what looks like a “big catch” in the drama between Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila and Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, the real thrill of the story has slipped past most Nigerians. Beneath the headlines and denials lies a plot so audacious it feels lifted from fiction. It is […]
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Obi Defends $150m, N36bn Savings Claim, Says Funds Were Legitimately Invested
Former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has defended his long-standing claim that he left office in 2014 with about $150 million and N36 billion in state savings, insisting the funds were legitimately invested and remained fully traceable. Speaking during an interview with media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo , Obi dismissed […]
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Justin Bieber Confirmed for Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show
Justin Bieber has been confirmed as one of the headline performers at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show, making history as the tournament stages its first-ever official halftime performance. FIFA and Global Citizen announced that the Canadian pop star will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira and BTS at the July 19 event, which will […]
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Imo: Police arrest criminal suspects, recover human skulls, arms, others 
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You Are A Serial Liar, We Don’t Have Your Time — Onanuga Dismisses Obi’s Persecution Claims
Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga has dismissed claims by Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration is frustrating his life and businesses, describing the allegations as unfounded and misleading. Obi, during a recent interview, claimed he was uncertain he would be alive to contest the 2027 presidential election, alleging that […]
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Govs can’t be chief security officers of states without control over policing – Oshiomole
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World Cup 2026: ‘Nobody can question referees’ integrity’ — FIFA refereeing chief Collina
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“How People Trolled Me On My 1st  Anniversary Because Of My Teeth, Said I Was 10 Years Older Than My Husband” – Blessing Obasi
‎‎Nollywood actress Blessing Obasi has bared her mind on how she survived online trolling after her marriage to her younger colleague, Stan Nze. ‎‎Speaking in a recent interview, she recalled how she was body-shamed and mocked over her appearance while celebrating her first anniversary. According to her, she was mercilessly dragged over her teeth, and […]
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Immigration sends important visa message to Nigerians, US travellers, see details
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2027: Internal crisis rocks Kwara APC as post-primary divisions deepen
Current developments within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State suggest the party is facing one of its The post 2027: Internal crisis rocks Kwara APC as post-primary divisions deepen appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Maduka Okoye and Cardi B Spark Dating Rumours After Paris Fashion Show Appearance
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Fake agency scandal against Gbajabiamila politically motivated — Wike
Wike said he had confidence in Gbajabiamila's integrity and understanding of the responsibilities attached to The post Fake agency scandal against Gbajabiamila politically motivated — Wike appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Opposition Unity Key to Expanding Voters’ Choice in Nigeria – Mahmud Jega
Former Daily Trust Editor and Arise TV analyst, Mahmud Jega, has said Nigeria’s democratic system limits voters’ ability to choose the leaders they truly want, while urging opposition parties to unite if they hope to pose a serious challenge in the 2027 general elections. Jega made the remarks on Tuesday during an appearance on the […]
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70% Of FCT Projects We Completed Were Abandoned For 16 Years — Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed that about 70 per cent of the projects completed by the FCT Administration under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu were abandoned contracts awarded 15 to 16 years ago. Wike said the projects were revived and completed in line with Tinubu’s directive that no viable government […]
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