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CDS lauds Nigerian troops over operational achievements in North-west — Daily Nigerian

Chief of Defence Staff Commends Troops for Commitment in Combating Security Challenges

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

In a show of appreciation for their unwavering dedication, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, commended the troops […]

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Trump, Saudi crown prince sign a host of agreements

Trump Signs Key Agreements with Saudi Arabia on Middle East Trip

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

US President Trump Signs Historic Agreements with Saudi Arabia, Eyes $1 Trillion Investment In a significant move to bolster economic […]

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Why I appointed Sule Lamido as Nigeria's foreign minister — Obasanjo

Obasanjo Explains Why He Chose Sule Lamido as Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister in 1999

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

Nigeria’s former President Olusegun Obasanjo has shed light on why he appointed Sule Lamido, the ex-governor of Jigawa State, as […]

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Nigerian govt begins overhaul of DisCos — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Launches Electricity Distribution Sector Reform with Pilot Overhaul of Underperforming DisCos

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

Nigeria Launches Major Electricity Reform Initiative In a bid to revamp its struggling electricity distribution sector, the Federal Government of […]

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Spanish coach Riveiro leaves South African club amid Al Ahly link

José Riveiro Leaves Orlando Pirates Amid Rumors of Al Ahly Move Ahead of 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

In a significant development, Spanish coach José Riveiro has parted ways with South African football club Orlando Pirates, effective immediately. […]

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Police arrest student for allegedly killing own friend in Nasarawa

Nigeria Police Arrest 239 Suspects in Kogi State for Various Crimes

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

In a significant crackdown on crime, the Nigeria Police force has apprehended 239 suspects in Kogi State for a range […]

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UN accuses Russia of downing MH17 flight killing 298 people — Daily Nigerian

UN Aviation Agency Rules Russia Responsible for Downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

In a landmark decision, the United Nations aviation agency has ruled that Russia is responsible under international law for the […]

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Niger Gov Bago pledges to revamp state-owned media outfits

Niger State Government to Revamp State-Owned Media Organizations with Improved Power Supply

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

In a significant move to enhance the media landscape in Niger State, Governor Mohammed Bago has announced plans to revamp […]

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Birnin Kebbi thrown into total darkness as transmission towers collapse 

Kebbi State Plunged into Darkness as Three Transmission Towers Collapse Near Yauri Town

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

A sudden and devastating power outage has struck the city of Birnin Kebbi and surrounding communities in Kebbi State, Nigeria, […]

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White South Africans welcomed in US not "refugees", South African leaders and scholars say

US Welcomes White South African ‘Refugees’ Amid Dispute Over Genocide Claims and Refugee Status

By Ifunanya / May 13, 2025

A controversy has emerged over the recent arrival of a group of white South Africans in the United States, who […]

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