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Abuja court admits Emefiele to N2bn bail — Daily Nigerian

Ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Granted N2 Billion Bail in Property Fraud Case

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a significant development, a High Court in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory has granted bail to Godwin Emefiele, the former […]

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Windstorm destroys over 450 houses in Bauchi community

Windstorm Destroys Over 450 Houses in Bauchi State’s Kuletu Community

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

A devastating windstorm has swept through the Kuletu community in Bauchi State, Nigeria, leaving a trail of destruction and displacing […]

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Iran vows swift punishment for Israel collaborators — Daily Nigerian

Iran Warns of Harsh Punishment for Cooperating with Israel Amid Escalating Tensions

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a stern warning, Iran’s Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei has vowed to impose harsh punishments on anyone found cooperating with […]

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Edo: Gov Okpebholo, PDP trade blames over flooding

Edo Governor Says Divine Inspiration Drives His Mission to Combat Cultism

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a heartfelt declaration, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, revealed that his quest to tackle cultism in the state is […]

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Benue: Agatu LG Chairman bans logging amid rising insecurity

Agatu Local Government Bans Logging Due to Insecurity and Environmental Concerns

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a bold move to address the growing concerns of insecurity and environmental degradation, the Executive Chairman of Agatu Local […]

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Hillside of white crosses fuels misleading story about South Africa farm killings

Debunking the Myth of Racially Targeted Farm Killings in South Africa

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In South Africa, a hillside adorned with nearly 3,000 white crosses at the Witkruis Monument serves as a poignant reminder […]

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Eldest son of late Emir of Jama’are dies in auto crash

Iyan Jama’are Ahmed Nuhu Wabi Dies in Fatal Motor Accident

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

Tragedy has struck in Bauchi, Nigeria, with the sudden death of Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Wabi, the Iyan Jama’are and eldest […]

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NDLEA arrests Iran-bound businessman for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine — Daily Nigerian

NDLEA Arrests Man With 53 Wraps of Cocaine at Port Harcourt Airport

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

A significant crackdown on drug trafficking has been undertaken by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria, with […]

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Former French president Sarkozy stripped of Legion of Honour medal

Nicolas Sarkozy Stripped of France’s Legion of Honor Medal After Corruption Conviction

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy Stripped of Prestigious Legion of Honor Medal In a significant move, France’s former President Nicolas […]

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Gov Adeleke not welcome in Osun APC — Party Chieftain, Timothy Owoeye

Osun Governor Warns Radio Stations Against Inciting Violence Amid Post Appeal Court Tensions

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a bid to maintain peace and stability, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced plans to sanction radio stations […]

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Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive — Daily Nigerian

Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Restore Peace in Benue After Deadly Reprisal Attacks

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has taken a firm stance against the ongoing violence in Benue, directing security chiefs to implement […]

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Technical education enrolment surges by 300 % – NABTEB — Daily Nigerian

TVET Entrance Exams See 300 Percent Increase in Enrollment

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

A significant surge in interest for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has been observed in Nigeria, with the […]

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Tinubu not marginalising Northern Nigeria, says Umahi — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Minister Denies Bias in Infrastructure Projects Amid Claims of Favoritism

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

The Nigerian government has refuted allegations of favoring the Southern region over the North in the allocation of infrastructure projects. […]

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Kano police

Kano Police Launch Crackdown on Thuggery to Restore Peace and Security

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

In a bold move to combat the growing threat of thuggery in Kano State, Nigeria, the Commissioner of Police, CP […]

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NDLEA intercepts codeine, skunk in major raids — Daily Nigerian

NDLEA Seizes Over ₦1.1 Billion Worth of Codeine and Skunk in Multiple Raids Nationwide

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

In a significant blow to drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a massive shipment of […]

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Cross River govt begins fresh de-worming exercise for children 5 to 14

Crisis Erupts in Calabar Over Senator’s Unilateral Renaming of Idang Street

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

A controversy is unfolding in Calabar, Nigeria, where a street renaming has sparked outrage among local residents. Idang Street, located […]

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Gombe governor backs Tinubu for 2027 re-election — Daily Nigerian

Gombe Governor Declares Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

In a significant display of support, Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election […]

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Lagos tanker drivers threaten strike over N12,500 E-Call Up fee

Lagos Tanker Drivers Plan Strike Over E-Call Up System Fees

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

A looming crisis is unfolding in Lagos State, Nigeria, as tanker drivers threaten to suspend the loading of petroleum products […]

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Kebbi: Cattle rustlers attack Augie community, cart away cows, sheep

Cattle Rustlers Attack Village in Kebbi State, Steal Livestock

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

A devastating attack by cattle rustlers has left a village in Kebbi State, Nigeria, reeling after they made off with […]

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Insecurity: Nigerian Air Force to fast-track delivery of 12 AH-1Z Viper helicopters - Air Marshal Abubakar

Nigerian Air Force Reaffirms Commitment to Fighting Terrorism with New Helicopters

By Ifunanya / June 15, 2025

In a significant boost to its counter-terrorism efforts, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to effectively deploying […]

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