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Rivers crisis: Reps member, Solomon Bob lists Fubara’s sins, absolves Wike

Rivers crisis: Reps member, Solomon Bob lists Fubara’s sins, absolves Wike

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

A member of the Nigerian House of Representatives from Rivers State, Hon Solomon Bob, (Peoples Democratic Party, PDP) has listed […]

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Kwara govt charges teachers on punctuality

Kwara govt charges teachers on punctuality

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The Kwara State Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, has urged teachers and staff in state-owned […]

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Kellogg shares Trump, Zelenskyy phone call details

Kellogg shares Trump, Zelenskyy phone call details

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

President Donald Trump’s phone call with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was like “a business meeting,” retired General Keith Kellogg said on […]

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Kano State approves salary increase for tertiary institution staff

Kano State approves salary increase for tertiary institution staff

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Kano State has approved a salary increase for tertiary institution staff, with academic staff set to receive a 25% raise […]

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After temporary closure, U.S. embassy in Niger Republic restores services

After temporary closure, U.S. embassy in Niger Republic restores services

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Niger has reopened after being closed for a long period. The reopening includes […]

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Jigawa police support 35 families of deceased officers

Jigawa police support 35 families of deceased officers

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The Jigawa State Police Command has extended support to 35 families of fallen police officers, providing them with food items […]

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Military denies knowledge of community negotiations with terrorists

Military denies knowledge of community negotiations with terrorists

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The Nigerian Military high command has stated that it is unaware of any community in the Northwest negotiating or entering […]

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Nigerian troops capture wanted terrorists

Nigerian troops capture wanted terrorists

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The Nigerian military has arrested two suspected terrorists on its watchlist, along with a known arms dealer, Shehu Bagiwaye, in […]

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Alleged Salary Fraud: Gov Yusuf suspends Kano Head of Of Service

We will not tolerate defamatory speech in the media – Kano gov’t

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The Kano State Government has pledged to take decisive action against political defamatory speeches in the state, particularly on radio […]

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Conor McGregor announces he's running for President of Ireland

Conor McGregor announces he’s running for President of Ireland

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Irish professional mixed martial artist Conor McGregor confirmed on Thursday that he will run for president. McGregor announced his bid […]

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Russia suspends drone attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure

Europe planning militarisation instead of prioritising peace — Russia

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The Kremlin on Thursday said European countries are prioritising militarisation rather than seeking peace. This comes as Western military chiefs […]

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Renewed Gaza violence makes hostage return more distant — UN

Renewed Gaza violence makes hostage return more distant — UN

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The United Nations on Thursday stated that each day of renewed violence in Gaza makes the return of the remaining […]

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Trade war: EU delays first tariffs against US to mid-April

Trade war: EU delays first tariffs against US to mid-April

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The European Union on Thursday announced the delay of its first counter-measures against the United States over President Donald Trump’s […]

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Gaza: 91 killed as Israel abandons ceasefire, orders evacuation

Gaza: 91 killed as Israel abandons ceasefire, orders evacuation

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

No fewer than 91 Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded in airstrikes across Gaza on Thursday after Israel resumed bombing […]

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Russia-Ukraine War: You're not alone — Polish PM Tusk, President Macron back Zelensky

All nuclear power plants belong to Ukraine – Zelensky insists despite Trump’s talk of US ownership

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has insisted that all nuclear power plants, including Zaporizhzhia belong to the people of Ukraine. This […]

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Putin afraid of Trump — Zelenskyy

He didn’t discuss with me – Zelensky on Trump considering recognising Crimea as Russian territory

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that United States President Donald Trump didn’t discuss with him about Crimea amid […]

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Court grants Prof. Uduk bail over alleged electoral fraud in Akwa Ibom

Court grants Prof. Uduk bail over alleged electoral fraud in Akwa Ibom

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The High Court sitting in Uyo has granted Prof. Ignatius Uduk bail on alleged electoral fraud pending the appeal against […]

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BREAKING: Rivers Sole Administrator arrives in state, assumes duty

BREAKING: Rivers Sole Administrator arrives in state, assumes duty

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has arrived in the state following his appointment by […]

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Nigerian police debunk reports of missing 3, 907 firearms

Ramadan Night Prayers: Police tighten security in Yobe

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

As the Muslim Ramadan fast progresses, the Yobe State Police Command has intensified security measures across the state to ensure […]

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Edo LG Crisis: Obaseki issues 24-hour ultimatum to admin head over non payment of salaries

Edo Govt demolishes kidnapper’s house in Uromi

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

The Edo Anti-Kidnapping Task Force has demolished a property in Uromi, Esan North Local Government Area, belonging to Odianosen Oboh, […]

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