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NHRC Raises The Alarm Over Hate Speech, Warns Of Threat To 2027 Elections
 National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed concerns over the growing spread of hate speech in Nigeria. The commission warned that it posed a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy, national unity and the credibility of the 2027 general elections. The commission’s executive secretary, Dr. Tony Ojukwu (SAN), gave the warning yesterday in a statement to […] 
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World Cup: At 41, you can only be goalkeeper not a striker – Paul Scholes slams Ronaldo
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Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo’s death big loss to Abia, entertainment industry – Otti
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NGO Adopts ‘MamaBase’ Programme Against Maternal, Infant Mortality In Nigeria
 A non-governmental organisation (NGO), Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective (MRH Collective) has intensified efforts to reduce maternal and infant mortality in Nigeria. It adopts the “MamaBase Programme” to encourage pregnant women to access antenatal care and deliver their babies in health facilities under the supervision of skilled healthcare providers. At a community sensitisation programme at […] 
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Minister Urges Media, Security Agencies To Unite Against Terrorism, Misinformation
 Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has described stronger collaboration between the media and security agencies as a critical requirement for safeguarding national security. he also advised them to promote public trust and advance Nigeria’s nation-building efforts. Speaking as chairman of the occasion and chief host of the National Security Summit organised […] 
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APC Applauds Tinubu, Wike On Inauguration Of Appeal Court Complex, Judges’ Quarters
 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu and mnister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on the inauguration of the newly completed Court of Appeal Complex with state-of-the-art amenities. The ruling party also applauded both Tinubu and Wike for unveiling the 20-unit residential quarters for Court of Appeal Justices and […] 
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Army discloses what led to battalion commander Okoye’s death
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Federal Govt To Close Cancer Treatment Gaps
 The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has received Project Strengthening Radiation Therapy Workforce in Nigeria (STRAWN), a supervised workforce-readiness initiative to strengthen the country’s radiotherapy pipeline and improve the safety and quality of cancer treatment delivery nationwide. The project was formally presented to the ministry in Abuja by the University of Nigeria Teaching […] 
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Echono, Fawehinmi Demand Merit-based Vice-Chancellors’ Selection
 The executive secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has craved for a merit-based system in the appointment of vice-chancellors in federal universities. Echono, who stated this in a public lecture on “Research Findings” at the Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja yesterday. He warned that political interference in leadership selection undermines academic excellence, […] 
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Menstrual Health Day: Bauchi Stakeholders Want Stronger Action Against Stigma
 Stakeholders in Bauchi State have clamoured for stronger collaboration among government institutions, schools, civil society organisations (CSOs) and development partners to address menstrual stigma and improve access to menstrual hygiene support for adolescent girls in the state. The call was made yesterday during the commemoration of the 2026 World Menstrual Health Day organised by the […] 
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Federal Govt Concludes 2025 End-term Review, Outlines Next Phase Of Civil Service Reforms
 The federal government, through the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has concluded the End-Term Review of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP25). She described the exercise as a key milestone in the efforts to build a more efficient, innovative and citizen-centred public service. At […] 
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Kano: ‘Provide evidence of fund diversion’ – NDC guber candidate, Gwarzo challenges Gov Yusuf 
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Toyin Abraham shares year Nollywood started paying her well
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Ekiti: I have no godfather – PDP guber candidate, Oluyede
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2027: ‘We’ve since submitted names to INEC’ – NDC dismisses lists of candidates in circulation
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Kwara police bust suspected bandits logistics network, arrest key suspect
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Tinubu reveals how Nigeria saved N61.58bn, shielded farmers from global fertiliser shock
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Kano’s Mass Wedding
 The Kano State government has finalised plans to spend N1.5bn on a mass wedding for 1,500 couples. At this rate, the state aims to spend N1million on each couple. The Commander-General of the Kano State Hisbah Corps, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, whose agency is actively involved in the mass wedding scheme, said part of the […] 
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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Friday morning
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The Opium Of The Masses – By Babatunde Towobola
 Karl Marx called religion the opiate of the people, a drug that intoxicates citizens, making it impossible for them to respond to the indignities in their society and to improve their situation. We all recognise it as an instrument that should enhance human dignity and quality of life through our relationship with a higher being. […] 
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Stop shaming pregnant women – Ivy warns
 Ivy also spoke about certain factors that affect appearance during pregnancy, noting that the health of the man plays a huge role too.  
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Mexico become first team through, African showdown now possible
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Gunmen Kill 2 Vigilantes In Plateau Community
 At least no fewer than two local vigilante members were killed Wednesday night after suspected gunmen, said to be over 100 in number, attacked Rangarasa village in Rantya community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. A resident of the area, John Mancha, who witnessed the attack, told journalists in Jos on Thursday that […] 
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Otedola acquires N29.6 billion shares in First HoldCo, taking his stake to 20.4%
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Kano: Hisbah Arrests 16 Youths For Alleged Immoral Acts
 The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested 16 persons during an operation targeting alleged immoral activities in parts of the State. The Deputy Commander-General of the board, Mujahiddeen Aminuddeen, confirmed the arrests to Daily Trust on Thursday. According to him, the operation was conducted at El-Kanemy Suite along Yahaya Gusau Road, as well as in […] 
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Bandits Forced Me To Bury My Children – Zamfara Female Victim
 A kidnap victim simply identified as Aisha has recounted the harrowing ordeal of being forced by bandits in Zamfara State to bury her children who died in captivity. Zamfara, Katsina and Sokoto states remain among the major flashpoints of banditry in North-western Nigeria, where communities continue to suffer abductions, attacks, displacement and imposition of levies […] 
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Ekiti Gov Poll: David Mark, Aregbesola Lead ADC Grand Finale Campaign
 Similarly, National Chairman of ADC, Senator David Mark, and the party’s National Secretary, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, yesterday led the party’s top hierarchy to Ado-Ekiti for the grand finale of campaigns ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti State. The ADC leaders called on the people of Ekiti State to rise and reclaim their State from […] 
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Ekiti Gov Poll: Police Warn Against Vote Trading As APC, PDP, ADC Others Make Last- minute Push
 With less than 24 hours to the off-cycle governorship election in Ekiti state, the Police have warned against vote trading, stressing that the law will take its course against those caught in the act. The Police also assured that the security approach for the election will ensure it is violence-free and concluded without any serious […] 
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Amid Rising Insecurity, Military-style Hats, Other Items Still Sold Openly
 DHQ vows crackdown  |  Insists sale of military gear is controlled By Longtong Yakubu and Tarkaa David Despite rising concerns about insecurity across the country, military-style tactical items, including camouflage-patterned jungle hats, are openly sold in markets across Kano and other Nigerian states. The open display and sale of military-style accessories have continued to raise […] 
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Baba Ijesha’s wife finally shares reason for keeping their marriage private
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FG launches FreeTV, says it’ll create opportunities for Nigerian businesses, innovators
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Omoni Oboli Honours Late Alex Ekubo, Pledges Movie Proceeds To His Family
 Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has paid tribute to her late friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo, following his burial in Arochukwu, Abia State. Prompt News reports Alex’s body arrived at his family compound on Wednesday, where a wake-keep was held in his honour. Several Nollywood stars, including Ini Edo, IK Ogbonna, Mike Godson, Omoni [...] 
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Hilda Baci Becomes First Nigerian Named GWR Icon
 Guinness World Records on Thursday announced Nigerian chef and entrepreneur Hilda Baci as a GWR Icon, honouring her outstanding influence on the global record-breaking community and her role in inspiring widespread attempts across Nigeria. She becomes the first Nigerian to receive the prestigious recognition, which is reserved for individuals whose achievements extend beyond record-setting to [...] 
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Romo Fires Mexico Into Knockout Stages As Hosts Seal Group A Glory
 Co-hosts Mexico became the first nation to book their place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Korea at a jubilant Guadalajara Stadium on Friday. A second-half strike from midfielder Luis Romo proved decisive as Mexico secured qualification as Group A winners with a game […] 
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Don urges investment as herbal medicine economy targets $`250bn
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Kone Injury Casts Shadow as Canada Hammer Nine-Man Qatar to Move Top of Group B
 Canada recorded the first FIFA World Cup finals victory in their history with an emphatic 6-0 demolition of nine-man Qatar in Vancouver, but celebrations were tempered by a serious injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné that left head coach Jesse Marsch visibly emotional on the touchline. The co-hosts produced a dominant display to put themselves on […] 
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