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Alleged Abuja bomb blast mastermind, Ogwuche protests 11 yrs delayed trial

Alleged Nyanya Bomb Blast Mastermind Protests 11-Year Trial Delay

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

The trial of Aminu Sadiq Ogwuche, the alleged mastermind behind the 2014 Nyanya Motor Park bomb blast in Abuja, has […]

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NASS proposes ‘Equity Trust Fund’ to support Nigerian youths — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian National Assembly Proposes Equity Trust Fund to Support Young Entrepreneurs and Boost Economic Growth

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

In a significant move aimed at empowering young Nigerians, the National Assembly has proposed the ‘Equity Trust Fund’ bill. This […]

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Contracts below N5bn no longer need FEC approval - Tinubu

Nigeria Eases Procurement Rules as President Tinubu Raises Threshold for Federal Approval to N5 Billion

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

In a significant move to enhance efficiency and reduce bureaucratic red tape, President Bola Ahmed has introduced new procurement guidelines […]

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South Africa: former Springboks rugby player Cornal Hendricks dead at 37

Cornal Hendricks, South African Rugby Star, Dies at 37

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

The rugby world is mourning the loss of Cornal Hendricks, a talented South African player who passed away on Wednesday […]

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Worry not over insurgents attacks, we are in control – CDS — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff Says Military in Control of North-east Despite Insurgent Resurgence

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, has reassured citizens that the military and security agencies are in full control […]

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Compulsory voting in Nigeria: 'Bill can't be passed' - YIAGA Africa kicks

Nigerian Bill Seeks to Make Voting Mandatory with Jail Time for Non Voters

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

Nigeria is considering a drastic measure to boost voter turnout in elections. A bill that would make voting compulsory for […]

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4 Chinese nationals bag 20 years in prison over illegal mining in Plateau — Daily Nigerian

Four Chinese Nationals Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Illegal Mining in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

In a landmark judgment, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of four Chinese nationals who […]

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Don raises alarm over increasing rate of antibiotics resistance

Antibiotics Resistance on the Rise in Nigeria, Expert Warns of Growing Health Threat

By Ifunanya / May 16, 2025

The alarming rise of antibiotics resistance in humans and animals in Nigeria has prompted a call to action from Professor […]

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ECOWAS Court dismisses Shatta Wale’s discrimination claim against Ghana — Daily Nigerian

ECOWAS Court Orders Nigeria to Release Man Detained for 16 Years Without Trial and Pay N20 Million Compensation

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

In a landmark ruling, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court has ordered the Nigerian Government to release […]

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Edo Guber: Court of Appeal reserves judgment

Edo State Governorship Election Appeal Rulings Reserved by Court of Appeal

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

A critical milestone has been reached in the dispute over the Edo State governorship election, which took place on September […]

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