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Mom Hid My Father's Family From Me — I Discovered They Planned to Steal His Fortune
 She grew up believing her father's family wanted nothing to do with her, until the truth surfaced. They planned to steal his fortune, and her mother hid it all. 
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Myanmar junta air strike hits hospital, kills 31  
 A Myanmar air strike by the military junta has devastated a hospital in Rakhine state, killing at least 31 people and wounding dozens more.

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French, Canadian embassies kick against digital hostility against women
 The French embassy, in collaboration with the High Commission of Canada in Nigeria, in commemoration of the 16 days of Activism on gender based violence, has strongly condemned the rising issue of digital hostility directed towards women.
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Study links 290,000 deaths to sexual violence against children
 Funded by the Gates Foundation, it was carried out by researchers at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington School of Medicine. 
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Chinese-backed biodiversity fund lauded for advancing green agenda
   NAIROBI, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) — Conservation of natural habitats has gained momentum thanks to the operationalization of the Chinese-backed Kunming Biodiversity Fund (KBF) launched in May 2024, officials said on Wednesday. They highlighted milestones achieved since the fund’s launch at an event held on the sidelines of the seventh session of the United Nations […] 
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Students, management fume over ‘bandits prank’ filmed at Lagos varsity
 A ‘bandits prank’ video filmed at Lagos State University sparks fury from students and management, leading to an apology and campus-wide backlash.

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Tiktok honours GWR holder Brian Nwana as ‘Storyteller of the Year’
 Guinness World Record holder and content creator, Brian Nwana, has been named TikTok Africa’s Storyteller of the Year. Known for his energetic reviews and deep passion for Nigeria’s food culture,
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Meet REDMI 15C 5G: Xiaomi’s new budget champion bringing 5G to everyone
 With Nigerian consumers craving faster internet more than ever, the REDMI 15C 5G is here to make the 5G era accessible to everyone.
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Osimhen wins ‘Sportsman of the Year’ award
 Victor Osimhen has been named the GQ Turkey Sportsman of the Year, receiving the honour at the magazine’s annual Men of the Year gala held in Istanbul on Wednesday. 
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Eric Chelle ready to make Super Eagles AFCON squad public after submitting final 28-man list to CAF
 Eric Chelle is set to announce Nigeria’s final 28-man AFCON 2025 squad after submitting the list to CAF, with injuries to key players shaping major decisions. 
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Onuachu to miss Trabzonspor’s tie against  Besiktas
 Trabzonspor will be without star striker Paul Onuachu for this weekend’s crucial Turkish Super Lig clash against Besiktas, The Nigerian international, who returned to the former champions last summer from
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Super Eagles: Etafia offers  assurance on Nwabali’s fitness  for Morocco 2025  
 Joshua Osinowo Former Super Eagles and Moroka Swallows goalkeeper coach, Greg Etafia, has given a reassuring and detailed update on the condition of Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, as preparations
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UNN student dies after alleged beating over suspected phone theft
 A student of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, has reportedly died after he was allegedly beaten by fellow students over a suspected case of phone theft. The incident occurred in the Eni Njoku male hostel. DAILY POST has yet to ascertain the identity of the deceased. According to a post shared on Facebook on […]
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Video: How I married Tinubu and the promise he made to my father, Remi Tinubu opens up
 Remi Tinubu revealed how she met President Tinubu, her father’s concern over religion, and the promise he made to allow her practise Christianity. 
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Kenya’s digital media landscape posts strong growth in 2025
 NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 11 – Kenya’s digital media sector is witnessing unprecedented growth in 2025, driven by rapid advancements in mobile technology and rising social media engagement. This shift is reshaping advertising strategies, unlocking new opportunities for brands while raising regulatory and inclusivity concerns. Speaking at the 9th Edition of the Digital Media Festival & […] 
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"Proving his roots": KWAM1 eyes Awujale throne, but faces fierce opposition
 Wasiu Ayinde KWAM1's aspiration for the Awujale throne of Ijebu Ode stirs debate as the Fusengbuwa ruling house confirms his lineage application amidst challenges. 
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Troops kill Bello Turji’s ally Kallamu in Sokoto
 Troops of 8 Division of Nigerian Army have killed a notorious bandits’ kingpin, Kachalla Kallamu, in Sabon Birnin Local Government Area, Sokoto State. A source from the security operatives made
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Diplomats celebrate 7th Asian Film Festival in Abuja
 Diplomats from the Republic of China, the Republic of Korea, the Republic of Turkey, the Republic of Iran, and Japan convened at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Wuse, Abuja, to celebrate the 7th Asian Film Festival.
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Lagos govt to demolish buildings under high-tension power lines in different areas
 A Lagos government official disclosed the plan during an assessment tour of the Third Mainland Bridge corridor on Wednesday.
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Trump Unveils $1m ‘Gold Card’ To Fast-track US Residency
 The President Donald Trump’s administration has launched a new, accelerated visa processing scheme for foreigners willing to pay a $1 million (€855,000) “contribution” for US residency. Trump said the scheme will provide “citizenship for all qualified and vetted people.” The “gold card” is being presented as an upgrade on the Green Card, which grants immigrants […] 
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Read how man analysed Adeleke's reaction to first lady's interrupted
 A man shared her observations after watching a video of the conversation between the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, and Osun State governor. 
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Journalist comments on First Lady and Gov. Adeleke viral video, mentions what he noticed
 A journalist has spoken out in reaction to the viral video of the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and the Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, sharing what he noticed. 
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Release my husband’s autopsy report, widow cries out
 Christy Akingboye, widow of the late Ondo Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate, Bamidele Akingboye, has demanded the immediate release of her husband’s autopsy report. She condemned what she described
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Police begin recruitment of 50,000 constables
 The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force have begun the recruitment of 50,000 police constables, following approval from President Bola Tinubu. 
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Three family members die in Lagos–Ibadan Expressway crash
 Three members of a family – a father, mother, and their young child – died yesterday in a multi-vehicle collision at Secretariat inward Otedola Bridge on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. According
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My Brother-in-Law Mocked Me Constantly — I Sabotaged a Job He Wanted, and He Found Another Career
 My brother-in-law mocked me constantly, so I sabotaged the job he wanted. He found another one instead, and the fallout taught me more about boundaries than revenge. 
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Kidnapped JCI President Regains Freedom In Oyo
 The 2025 President of JCI Ibadan Elite, Mrs Ibukun Otesile, who was abducted last Thursday in Ibadan, Oyo State, has regained her freedom. This was confirmed by the President of the Child Protective Network (CPN), Dr Rosemary Odigbo. Otesile was reportedly found in the early hours of Thursday, December 11, 2025, after being kidnapped outside […] 
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Osimhen and Nigeria eye AFCON glory after another World Cup flop
 "If we are that good how come we keep failing? Now we have to return to Morocco and win the Cup of Nations.
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Police advisory
 The Railway Police Command, Lagos has advised the public, especially those who lost their vehicles/ motorcycles to theft or abandoned around the city to report at the following Railway Police
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Lagos Police seal fake drug factory, arrest suspects
 The Lagos State Police Command has shut an illegal pharmaceutical factory in the Ojo–Ijanikin, where large quantities of suspected fake and harmful drugs were being produced. Commissioner of Police (CP)
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Police Commission To Open Portal For Recruitment Of 50,000 Constables Monday
 The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the opening of its online portal for the recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). This followed a directive by President Bola Tinubu to strengthen community policing and boost national security. A statement on Thursday by the Head of Protocol and Public Affairs at […] 
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Rowdy Session As Reps Summon Central Bank Governor Over Alleged N15trn Debt
 There was a rowdy session in the House of Representatives yesterday when the lawmakers disagreed on whether the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso, should appear before the Public Accounts Committee, Ad-hoc Committee or Committee of the Whole over a N15 trillion indebtedness to the federal government. This was sequel to […] 
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Benin coup leader flees to neighbouring country
 The officials also disclosed that the government is aware of Mr Tigri’s current location and plans to submit a request for Mr Tigri's extradition.
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Ned Nwoko attended Senator Jarigbe's 55th birthday with his Moroccan wife, Laila Charani, sparking reactions online
 Ned Nwoko attended Senator Jarigbe's 55th birthday with his Moroccan wife Laila Charani, amid marital crisis with Regina Daniels. The outing sparked reactions online 
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Body, others seek assistance for Abuja’s original inhabitants
 A group, Network of Journalists on Indigenous Issues (NEJII), in collaboration with the MacArthur Foundation and CHRICED, has urged the Federal Government to attend to the plight of the  Abuja
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Buni Approves Funds For Restoration Of 8,000-yr-old Dufuna Canoe
 Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has approved funds for the restoration and preservation of the historic 8,000-year-old Dufuna Canoe to revive and reposition the state’s cultural heritage. Commissioner for Home Affairs, Information and Culture in the state, Abdullahi Bego, disclosed this during a visit to Turkey, where the state’s delegation toured several museums […] 
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