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FUTD Participates In China’s International Seminar On Rail Transit Intelligence Control Systems
The Federal University of Transportation, Daura (FUTD) has joined other key stakeholders from Nigeria at an international seminar on Rail Transit Intelligence Control Systems hosted by the China Railway Signal… The post FUTD Participates In China’s International Seminar On Rail Transit Intelligence Control Systems appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Idoma Paramount Ruler Bags Honorary Doctorate, Lauds VC Over Leadership
The Och’Idoma and paramount ruler of the Idoma Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Agaba’idu Dr Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, has been conferred with the Honorary Doctor of Theology Honoris Causa by… The post Idoma Paramount Ruler Bags Honorary Doctorate, Lauds VC Over Leadership appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Gov. Idris demands probe of military withdrawal before Maga school girls’ abduction
Idris said the military personnel were deployed to the school when government received intelligence reports on a planned attack and immediately convened a security meeting.
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Kanu is our Crown Prince, not a terrorist – Umuahia traditional rulers fault judgment
Traditional rulers and custodians of the ancient kingdom of Umuahia North LGA of Abia State have officially reacted to the judgment delivered by Justice James Omotosho of the Abuja Federal High Court, which sentenced their son, Nnamdi Kanu, to life imprisonment. The traditional rulers who described Nnamdi Kanu as their illustrious son and Crown Prince, […] Kanu is our Crown Prince, not a terrorist – Umuahia traditional rulers fault judgment
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Re-Educating The Populace on Wealth and Leadership
Although the mindset problems are far beyond Africans, the needed re-education in Africa is both huge and easy, except our journalists must step up their game. Human evolution from cultural sayings to religious sayings can be dangerously misinterpreted, but I will have to limit it to wealth and leadership to avoid a book-like article. Using […]
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Declare state of emergency on insecurity now – Atiku tells Tinubu
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has asked President Bola Tinubu to urgently declare a state of emergency on the security situation in Nigeria. Atiku made the demand on Friday in a statement posted on his Facebook page. He was reacting to the abduction of students in Niger State. DAILY POST earlier reported that terrorists invaded […] Declare state of emergency on insecurity now – Atiku tells Tinubu
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Insecurity: Toyin Abraham Laments Rising Violence After Kwara, Kebbi Attacks
Popular Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham has voiced deep concern over the worsening insecurity across the country, following the recent terrorist attack in Kwara State and the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi State. The disturbing situation escalated on Tuesday evening when gunmen stormed a church programme in Eruku, Ekiti LGA of Kwara State, leaving three people [...]
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Davido’s Chioma's expression trends as he makes dollar bills rain at nightclub on his 33rd birthday
Davido celebrates his 33rd birthday at a club, but it's his wife Chioma's reaction to the dollar bills that steals the spotlight. A viral moment sparks reactions.
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Cross River residents, vendors decry cancellation of marathon
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State announced the cancellation of the marathon in a Facebook post on Thursday, citing the current security challenges in Nigeria. The post Cross River residents, vendors decry cancellation of marathon appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Why FG Scrapped Policy On Teaching, Learning In Mother Tongue — Minister
Suwaiba Ahmad, who is the Minister of State for Education, says the discontinuation was not a reflection of a lack of pride in indigenous Nigerian cultures. The post Why FG Scrapped Policy On Teaching, Learning In Mother Tongue — Minister appeared first on Channels Television.
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Yemi Alade, Tiwa Savage Reunite After Seven-Year Fallout
Nigerian music heavyweights Yemi Alade and Tiwa Savage have officially made peace, ending a feud that had lasted for seven years. Their disagreement began on social media after Yemi Alade subtly called out female entertainers who she claimed enhanced their buttocks in photos to “deceive their fans.” Her post emerged shortly after Tiwa Savage uploaded [...]
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Onyewosa, Ndokwa/Ukwani Leaders React To Anioma State Plan, Petition Tinubu
Convener of the Nigeria First movement, Sunday Onyewonsa, has emerged as the central voice leading the strong opposition by the Ndokwa/Ukwani (Ndosumili) nation to moves aimed at placing their people… The post Onyewosa, Ndokwa/Ukwani Leaders React To Anioma State Plan, Petition Tinubu appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Idoma, Ondo Kingdom Seal Royal Partnership As Osemawe Appoints Ochidoma Royal Father Of Edumogun Festival
History unfolded in the Ondo Kingdom when His Royal Majesty Agabaidu, Dr Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, Ochidoma and Paramount Ruler of the Idoma Kingdom, paid a royal call on His… The post Idoma, Ondo Kingdom Seal Royal Partnership As Osemawe Appoints Ochidoma Royal Father Of Edumogun Festival appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Gov Idris queries military withdrawal before Maga school girls’ abduction
Gov Idris raised the concern on Friday in Birnin Kebbi while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr Joe Ajaero, who paid him a sympathy visit over the incident. The post Gov Idris queries military withdrawal before Maga school girls’ abduction appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Panic in Kano community over armed robbers attack 
Residents of Gulu in Rimin Gado Local Government Area of Kano State say they are living in fear after a group of armed men, believed to be robbers, attacked the community on Thursday night. A resident, Hamza Haruna Gulu, confirmed the incident, explaining that the attackers arrived around 8 p.m. He said the gunmen first […] Panic in Kano community over armed robbers attack 
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Niger govt sad over abduction of pupils from Catholic school, frowns at resumption 
The Niger State Government says it is deeply saddened by the kidnapping of pupils from St. Mary’s School in the Papiri area of Agwara Local Government.  This is in a statement signed by Alh. Abubakar Usman, Secretary to the Niger State Government on Friday. Officials say they are still trying to confirm the exact number of […] Niger govt sad over abduction of pupils from Catholic school, frowns at resumption 
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GRA Set To Launch Free ‘Cycle 2 School Plus’ Programme
The GRA Empowerment Foundation has announced plans to officially launch its free Cycle 2 School Plus (C2S+) programme, aligning the unveiling with the 2025 United Nations World Day of Remembrance… The post GRA Set To Launch Free ‘Cycle 2 School Plus’ Programme appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Find out more as another car company begins operation in Nigeria
EF Motors has launched plans to assemble hybrid electric vehicles in Imo State, creating jobs and increasing significant competition for Innoson Motors in Nigeria.
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Police, Military Deploy To Papiri, Intensify Search For Kidnapped Students
The Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Elleman, assured the public of the Command’s determination to rescue all abducted students unhurt. The post Police, Military Deploy To Papiri, Intensify Search For Kidnapped Students appeared first on Channels Television.
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Napoli president Laurentiis faces trial for Osimhen ‘fraudulent’ transfer
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis will face trial after an Italian court said he and other officials falsified the figures in the transfer of Victor Osimhen from Lille five years ago. De Laurentiis and other top Napoli officials will begin trial on September 2, 2026. Osimhen’s transfer involved player exchanges and [...]
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Diocese denies receiving Niger govt alert before St. Mary’s abduction
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has denied claims by the Niger State Government that it ignored a security warning before the abduction of pupils and staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area.
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Jagabeauty unveils board of directors, marks fifth anniversary
‎Jagabeauty, the African beauty and wellness brand, today marks its fifth anniversary with its inaugural Board of Directors. ‎The newly constituted Board draws together distinguished professionals whose expertise spans business The post Jagabeauty unveils board of directors, marks fifth anniversary appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FG bars Universities from awarding honorary degrees to serving officials
The Federal Government has prohibited the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees on serving public officials as part of new measures aimed at sanitising the process and curbing the growing abuse of such titles in the country. The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission, Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, announced the directive in Abuja on Friday [...]
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Edo: New Ikpeshi Monarch Sues For Unity, Peace, Progress In Community
Francis Onoiribholo The ancient community of Ikpeshi was agog on Friday as sons and daughters gathered in their numbers to welcome home HRH Nicholas Saliu Odamah as the new traditional… The post Edo: New Ikpeshi Monarch Sues For Unity, Peace, Progress In Community appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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2027: APC ready to reclaim Oyo – Ex-Senate Leader Folarin
A former Senate Leader, Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin, has declared that All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State has learnt its lessions from its defeats in the 2019 and 2023 elections. Folarin who spoke on Friday, explained that the party is ready to reclaim the state in 2027. Folarin who was the 2023 gubernatorial candidate […] 2027: APC ready to reclaim Oyo – Ex-Senate Leader Folarin
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Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers were never sacked, they only withdrew – Maxwell Opara
Maxwell Opara, a lawyer and advocate for the pro-Biafra leader, Nnamdi Kanu, says the IPOB leader never sacked his legal team during his trial. Opara made this known on Friday while speaking in an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST. “I can tell you that Mazi Kanu never sacked his lawyers. Rather, the […] Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers were never sacked, they only withdrew – Maxwell Opara
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NDLEA seizes Brazil vessel loaded with cocaine, detains 20 crew members
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted a vessel laden with cocaine at the Apapa seaport in Lagos, arresting its captain and 19 crew members in the process. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, saying the ship, MV Nord Bosporus, with registration number 9760110, arrived from Santos, Brazil, before [...]
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US lawmakers disagree over alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria
Lawmakers split along two broad narratives, with some framing the crisis as “Christian genocide” and others warning against a dangerous oversimplification of Nigeria’s complex violence. The post US lawmakers disagree over alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Cubana Chiefpriest calls out Deputy speaker over Nnamdi Kanu, shares his pain about south-east: "Do your work"
Cubana Chiefpriest continues to react to Nnamdi Kanu’s life sentence, calling out the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and sharing his vision.
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EU to seek more tariff exemptions during US commerce secretary visit
The EU will demand more tariff exemptions on products including wines when US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick meets the bloc's trade ministers on Monday. The EU's trade ministers will meet in Brussels on Monday during which Lutnick and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will join them for lunch.
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Abductions: It’s not too late to declare state of emergency  —  Atiku tells FG
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the Federal Government to immediately declare a state of emergency on insecurity following another mass abduction of schoolchildren in Niger State. The post Abductions: It’s not too late to declare state of emergency  —  Atiku tells FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PFN Condemns Killings, Abduction Of Worshippers At CAC Church Eruku
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has vehemently condemned, in the strongest terms, the recent abominable killings that occurred at the Christ Apostolic Church (C.A.C),Oke- isegun in Eruku town and… The post PFN Condemns Killings, Abduction Of Worshippers At CAC Church Eruku appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Nigerian lady goes viral after expressing disappointment over missing first class at UNILORIN
A graduate of the University of Ilorin goes viral on social media after she shared a video of what she saw at the school auditorium during the convocation ceremony.
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Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Honoured With Posthumous Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
November 21, (THEWILL) — Black Panther star, Chadwick Boseman, was posthumously honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday in Los Angeles. The ceremony took place on Chadwick Boseman Day, declared in his memory. The event was attended by loved ones and industry figures, including Michael B. Jordan, Letitia Wright, Viola […] The post Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Honoured With Posthumous Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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NASS Member, Adefarati, Donates New Ambulance, 50 Laptops, Others To AAU
As part of activities marking his 60th Birthday,a member of the National Assembly, Hon. Adegboyega Adefarati, has donated brand new ambulance ,cash and 50 Laptops to the Adekunle Ajasin University,… The post NASS Member, Adefarati, Donates New Ambulance, 50 Laptops, Others To AAU appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Sanwo-Olu mourns Segun Awolowo, describes death as national loss
Sanwo-Olu praised the late Segun as a committed patriot who served Nigeria with vision, integrity and unwavering dedication...
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