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Plateau pilgrim dies in Makkah during Hajj

Pilgrim from Plateau State Dies in Makkah During 2025 Hajj Exercise Due to Diabetes Complications

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

Tragedy struck during the 2025 Hajj exercise in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, as two Nigerian pilgrims lost their lives. The latest […]

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Oyo workers get ram, rice at subsidised prices — Daily Nigerian

Oyo State Government Subsidizes Ram, Rice, and Vegetable Oil for Civil Servants

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

In a bid to ease the financial burden on its Muslim workers, the Oyo State government has introduced a subsidy […]

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Benue LG election: Tribunal reserves judgrment in Ukum, Katsina-Ala, Logo, Otukpo petitions

Renewed Communal Crisis in Benue State Leaves 15 Dead and Houses Razed

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

A devastating communal crisis has erupted in the Gwer-East Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, resulting in the loss […]

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Mocking Immigration officer for rejecting N10m bribe foolish talk - Otti

Abia Governor Commends Immigration Officer for Rejecting 10 Million Naira Bribe

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

In a remarkable display of integrity, Ugochukwu Orji, an immigration officer from Abia State, has been commended by Governor Alex […]

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Suspected employment fraudster hands self to EFCC — Daily Nigerian

Suspected Employment Fraudster Hands Himself Over to EFCC in Gombe State

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a man named Idris Adamu walked into the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) […]

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Kogi govt clears N98.8bn debt in 15 months, says Commissioner — Daily Nigerian

Kogi State Clears N98.8 Billion Inherited Debt in 15 Months

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

In a remarkable display of fiscal responsibility, the Kogi State Government has announced the clearance of a staggering N98.8 billion […]

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Mali: Army foils attack in Timbuktu, a day after jihadist assault killed 30 soldiers

Mali Foils Timbuktu Attack as Jihadist Group Claims Responsibility for Deadly Assaults

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

A daring attack on a military camp in Timbuktu, Mali, was thwarted by the Malian army on Monday morning, resulting […]

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NAF neutralize scores terrorists, foils attack on civilians in Zamfara

Nigerian Air Force Neutralises Over 20 Terrorists in Zamfara State

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

Nigerian Air Force Targets Terrorists in Zamfara State, Neutralizes Over 20 and Destroys Motorcycles In a decisive operation aimed at […]

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NSCDC raids illegal mining site in Anambra, confiscates sand dredging machine — Daily Nigerian

NSCDC Raids Illegal Mining Site in Anambra, Seizes Equipment and Launches Manhunt for Suspects

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

In a bold move to combat illegal mining activities, the Anambra Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps […]

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NUC approves two new programmes for Kogi varsity

Confluence University of Science and Technology Accredited for Two New Academic Programmes by National University Commission

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

The Confluence University of Science and Technology, located in Osara, Kogi State, Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone with the […]

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Stockbroker hails Tinubu’s reforms, historic surge in capital market — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Capital Market Sees Remarkable Growth Under Tinubu Administration

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

Nigeria’s capital market has experienced remarkable growth, with the All Share Index (ASI) more than doubling in capital gains within […]

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Kano: NDLEA arrests 36, recovers illicit drugs in Sallah operation

NDLEA Arrests 36 Suspects Seizes Illicit Drugs in Kano Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir Celebrations

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

As the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations approach, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State has taken proactive measures to […]

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Bomb explosion kills 9 travellers in Borno — Daily Nigerian

Boko Haram Kills 9 in Borno State with Improvised Explosive Devices

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

A devastating attack has struck a local bus stop in Mairari village, located in the Guzamala Local Government Area of […]

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Northwest University hikes fees despite state’s 50% reduction policy

Northwest University Hikes School Fees Despite State Government’s Reduction Policy

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

A significant development has unfolded at Northwest University, Kano, as the institution has announced a substantial hike in school fees […]

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Tinubu mourns Kano athletes involved in accident — Daily Nigerian

Ogun Governor Donates N22 Million to Families of Athletes Killed in Road Accident

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

In a heartwarming display of support, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has donated N1 million each to the families […]

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Bandits kill two in Katsina community attack

Bandits Raze Seven Villages in Zamfara State, Shut Down Key Road in Katsina State Amid Rising Attacks

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

A wave of violence has swept through Zamfara State in Nigeria, with at least seven villages near the capital city […]

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Gombe launches food supplement to curb child malnutrition

Gombe State Government Launches Locally Produced Food Supplement to Combat Child Malnutrition

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

In a significant move to combat child malnutrition, the Gombe State Government has launched the distribution of a locally produced […]

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Kano: Athletes' death avoidable – NNPP chieftain blames poor roads

NNPP Chieftain Blames Road Conditions for Deaths of 22 Athletes in Kano State Bus Accident

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

Tragedy struck in Nigeria when a vehicle carrying over 30 athletes from Kano State fell off a bridge, resulting in […]

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Benue Civil Protection Guards refutes alleged killing of personnel by herdsmen

Catholic Priests Condemn Government Inaction Amid Terrorist Attacks in Benue State Nigeria

By Ifunanya / June 2, 2025

A Wave of Terror Hits Benue State: Nigerian Catholic Priests Condemn Government Inaction The Nigerian Catholic Diocesan Priests’ Association has […]

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Nigeria risks more flooding due to slow implementation of 2025 budget -- NGO — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian NGO Blames Government for Flood Disaster Due to Delayed Budget Implementation

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A devastating flood disaster has struck Mokwa Local Area of Niger State, leaving 151 people dead and over 3,000 displaced. […]

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