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Shock as FG withdraws allocation of 1,357 housing units
The Federal Government has removed the provisional housing allotment for 1,357 applicants in 33 states under the National Housing Program over default.
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Soludo Funding Ukachukwu To Weaken APC In Anambra, Ozigbo Alleges
The APC governorship primary ended with Senator Ukachukwu emerging as the party’s flag bearer, having polled 1,455 votes. The post Soludo Funding Ukachukwu To Weaken APC In Anambra, Ozigbo Alleges appeared first on Channels Television.
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Oborevwori Targets 2027 For Completion Of Ayakoromo Bridge
…Inspects Trans-Warri Infrastructure, Plans for Two Jetties In a significant push to enhance infrastructure and deliver on promises made to riverine communities, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has set a target for the Ayakoromo Bridge project to be completed by early 2027. Governor Oborevwori acknowledged the prolonged delays that the important project has faced over […]
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Fubara Returns To Port Harcourt After Two-Week Vacation Overseas
The governor touched down at the international wing of the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, at about 7PM on Friday. The post Fubara Returns To Port Harcourt After Two-Week Vacation Overseas appeared first on Channels Television.
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Council poll: APC leaders in Ojokoro endorse Sanusi
All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Ojokoro Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, have endorsed Bolaji Sanusi, journalist and lawyer, as consensus chairmanship candidate for the council polls. They The post Council poll: APC leaders in Ojokoro endorse Sanusi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Revealed! FG distributes N2.25 billion to support 16,696 small businesses
The BOI managing director and chief executive officer, Dr. Olasupo Olusi, confirmed that N2.25 billion has been disbursed by the FG to help 16,696 MSMEs in Gombe.
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NANS Controversy: Tinubu Must Call His Family To Order – Atiku
Atiku cautioned that Nigeria should not be treated as a personal property. The post NANS Controversy: Tinubu Must Call His Family To Order – Atiku appeared first on Channels Television.
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Video: Fubara returns to Port-Harcourt after Germany vacation
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has returned to Nigeria on Friday evening after a two-week vacation abroad. The post Video: Fubara returns to Port-Harcourt after Germany vacation appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Insecurity: Nigeria will not yield to fear, terror, treachery – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria will not yield to fear, terror, or treachery. During a morale-boosting visit to frontline troops in Katsina State on Friday, Tinubu emphasised that those who threaten Nigeria—whether internal collaborators or external adversaries—will not succeed in undermining the nation’s resolve. According to him, “To those who seek to destabilise […] Insecurity: Nigeria will not yield to fear, terror, treachery – Tinubu
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Despite Reassurances, Osun Govt’s New Teachers Fail To Resume
As public school pupils and students resumed the third term  of the 2024/2025 academic session in Osun State, the fate of the newly recruited teachers in the state is still unclear. OSUN DEFENDER reports that Governor Ademola Adeleke, after assuming office, announced that his administration will recruit new teachers for the state public schools. The […] The post Despite Reassurances, Osun Govt’s New Teachers Fail To Resume appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Man City climb to third as De Bruyne sinks Wolves
Manchester City moved closer to qualifying for the Champions League as Kevin De Bruyne sealed a vital 1-0 win against Wolves on Friday. The post Man City climb to third as De Bruyne sinks Wolves appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Hunger, poverty remain biggest threat to peace in Nigeria – Tinubu
According to the statement, "President Tinubu noted that hunger and poverty remain the biggest threats to peace in the country." The post Hunger, poverty remain biggest threat to peace in Nigeria – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Meta threatens to shut down Facebook, Instagram in Nigeria
Meta may shut down its Facebook and Instagram services in Nigeria in protest against the substantial fines imposed by multiple government agencies. The tech giant has been ordered to pay nearly $300 million in fines in Africa’s most populous nation, following regulatory demands which Meta described as “unrealistic.” In July 2024, the Federal Competition and […] Meta threatens to shut down Facebook, Instagram in Nigeria
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FG to Revert Technical Colleges To Original Names from 2025
May 02, (THEWILL) – The Federal Government has announced plans to revert all Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) to their original names—Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs)—starting from September 2025. Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in Abuja during a meeting with principals of Federal Unity Colleges, saying the move is part […] The post FG to Revert Technical Colleges To Original Names from 2025 appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Trump appoints Ben Carson, Dr Phil, others to US Religious Liberty Commission
President Donald Trump has appointed 13 individuals to serve on the United States Religious Liberty Commission. On Thursday, at the White House, Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the commission during the National Day of Prayer event. The body is charged with the responsibility of safeguarding and promoting America’s founding principle of religious freedom. The […] Trump appoints Ben Carson, Dr Phil, others to US Religious Liberty Commission
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Akpabio told to defend himself against Natasha's allegation
Top politician Mohammed Abdullahi has urged Senator Godswill Akpabio to defend himself against the sexual harassment by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
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Rivers women ‘walk out’ at Renewed Hope initiative empowerment programme
A group of women in Rivers State on Friday staged a walkout during the Renewed Hope Initiative empowerment programme held in Port Harcourt. The disruption occurred just as Mrs Theresa Ibas, wife of the Sole Administrator of the state, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, was about to address the gathering. Mrs Ibas was present at […] Rivers women ‘walk out’ at Renewed Hope initiative empowerment programme
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NCAA Summons Air Peace Over Flight Disruptions
ABUJA – The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, Captain Chris Najomo has directed Air Peace to immediately improve its domestic operations owing to complaints of chronic flight delays and cancellations by the travelling public. Capt. Najomo strongly advised the airline to trim its operations to the size of available aircraft presently […]
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EPL: Carragher names surprise team to challenge for title after Liverpool
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has predicted that a fourth team could launch a surprise Premier League title challenge next season. Carragher made the comments after watching his former club crowned champions last Sunday, ending Manchester City’s run of four consecutive titles. “I think it will be them two (City and Arsenal) who come back to […] EPL: Carragher names surprise team to challenge for title after Liverpool
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Russell Brand granted bail over sexual assault charges
British comedian and actor Russell Brand was granted conditional bail on Friday following his first court appearance on multiple sexual offence charges. The 49-year-old appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London, facing one count each of rape, indecent assault, and The post Russell Brand granted bail over sexual assault charges appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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2027: Igbos will give Tinubu 80% votes – Deputy Speaker Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on Friday stated that President Bola Tinubu would receive between 70 to 80 per cent of votes from the South-East during the 2027 presidential election. Kalu assured that the number of votes from the South-East would represent the Igbo people’s way of repaying Tinubu for […] 2027: Igbos will give Tinubu 80% votes – Deputy Speaker Kalu
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US didn’t confirm fourth Iran’s nuclear deal meeting – State Department
The U.S. Department of State has clarified that the fourth nuclear deal meeting between the United States and Iran was never confirmed. Both parties had been expected to convene once more this weekend, following the third meeting which was held last week in the Omani capital, Muscat. Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, had initially indicated […] US didn’t confirm fourth Iran’s nuclear deal meeting – State Department
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BREAKING: Fubara returns to Port Harcourt after two-week trip abroad
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has returned to Nigeria following a two-week vacation in Germany. He arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, around 7 PM on Friday, where he was welcomed by some of his aides. A video circulating online shows the governor being ushered into a waiting SUV that quickly departed the [...]
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Jos: Group Kicks Against Attacks, Killings In Mwaghavul Land
JOS – The Mwaghavul Youth Movement has called for justice for the victims of the ongoing ethnic cleansing that Fulani leaders have taken responsibility for in Plateau State and Nigeria at large. The National President, comrade Kyesmang Yusuf, stated this on Friday while addressing newsmen in Jos. He called on Plateau youths to unite against […]
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Akpabio’s sexual harassment: Natasha Akpoti denies Duru’s evidence claim
Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has distanced herself from claims made by one Sandra Duru regarding her sexual harassment allegations against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Duru, a United States, US-based activist and media personality, had released damning evidence against Natasha. The one-hour, eight-minute live stream came amid rising controversy over Natasha’s recent allegations […] Akpabio’s sexual harassment: Natasha Akpoti denies Duru’s evidence claim
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Ife Road Junction To Air Force Base In Ajia To Be Dualised, Says Makinde
IBADAN – Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has promised to dualise the road from Ajia Junction on Ife Road to the Nigerian Air Force Base in Ajia. Makinde stated this on Friday during an on-the-spot assessment of the Nigerian Air Force Base project, expressing satisfaction at the progress rate. The governor, who was conducted round […]
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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Rutie to release bilingual single ‘Bonju’
Nigerian Afrobeats artiste Rutie will unveil her latest single Bonju on 6 June 2025, in a cross-cultural collaboration with Spanish singer Deannys. The track, described as a fusion of Afrobeats rhythms and Latin melodies, marks a significant step in the The post Nigerian Afrobeats artist Rutie to release bilingual single ‘Bonju’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FIFA orders Kenyan club relegation for match fixing
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) confirmed on Friday the relegation of a Kenyan club, Muhoroni Youth, after world governing body FIFA found the second-tier team guilty of match manipulation. It is the latest scandal to hit the sport in the east African country, long plagued by match-fixing. In a decision published on Friday, FIFA found […] The post FIFA orders Kenyan club relegation for match fixing appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Breaking: Video emerges as suspended Rivers governor returns to Port Harcourt
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Friday, May 2, 2025, returned to Port Harcourt, the state capital after a two-week vacation in Germany.
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Ogun government begins fresh recruitment, see how to apply amid massive excitement
The Dapo Abiodun-led Ogun state government has commenced a fresh recruitment process for many indigenes. Legit.ng has the details of the new opportunity.
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Watch video as man taunts ex-girlfriend whom he saw riding bike with new boyfriend
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a lady shared her pain after getting shamed by her ex-boyfriend. Netizens reacted massively.
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Risk Is A Language That Many Can Not Read- FInancial Expert
Financial expert and CEO World Financial Group (WFG) | Canada & U.S, Olusegun Makinde has revealed that risk is not a number but a language. And sadly, many people have not been taught how to read it. Commenting on Ponzi schemes that have hurt many, including recently in Nigeria. Makinde explained how to assess the […]
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Gospel singer Nuel Godwin releases soulful single ‘Repay You Jesus’
UK-based gospel singer and worship leader, Emmanuel Nwokolo, better known as Nuel Godwin, has released a new single titled Repay You Jesus, offering a stirring expression of gratitude and faith. Since launching his music ministry in 2009, Nuel Godwin has The post Gospel singer Nuel Godwin releases soulful single ‘Repay You Jesus’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Billionaire-owned Paris FC win promotion and prepare to take on PSG
Six months after a joint takeover that involved Europe's richest man and drinks giant Red Bull, Paris FC squeezed out a 1-1 draw at Martigues on Friday to lock up promotion to Ligue 1. In Ligue 1, another billionaire-owned club, Nice moved back into the Champions League places with a 1-0 home win over Reims.
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Edo Police crush cult menace: 95 suspects arrested, deadly arsenal seized
The arrested suspects are linked to notorious cult groups, including the Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities, known for their violent territorial battles. Many are believed to be key players in the brutal cult supremacy killings that have plagued the region.
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Abdullahi Raises Concern Over Alleged Smear Campaign Targeting Senator Natasha Akpoti – Uduaghan
A renowned politician, Mohammed Abdullahi, has expressed concern over what he describes as an alleged orchestrated campaign to tarnish the image of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling for transparency and accountability in political discourse. In a public statement, Abdullahi alleged that recent media publications targeting Senator Natasha may have been part of a coordinated effort involving […]
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