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Benue: Gov Alia speaks on alleged plan to dump APC for ADC

Benue State Governor Reveals Armed Herders Attacked Military and Police Checkpoints Before Killing Over 200 People in Yelewata

By Ifunanya / June 17, 2025

A devastating attack in Benue State, Nigeria, has left over 200 people dead, with Governor Hyacinth Alia revealing that the […]

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Kenya's deputy police chief steps aside amid probe into blogger's death

Kenya Deputy Police Chief Steps Aside Amid Investigation into Blogger’s Death in Custody

By Ifunanya / June 17, 2025

Kenya’s Deputy Police Chief Steps Aside Amid Investigation into Blogger’s Death In a shocking turn of events, Kenya’s Deputy Inspector […]

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DR Congo: Joy in Goma as local man beatified by Pope Leo XIV

Congolese Martyr Floribert Bwana Chui Beatified by Pope for Refusing Bribe and Defending Integrity

By Ifunanya / June 17, 2025

Joy and Pride in Goma as Congolese Martyr is Beatified In a momentous ceremony held at the Vatican in Rome, […]

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Ngeria’s inflation rate further eases to 22.97% in May -- NBS — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Eases to 22.97% in May 2025

By Ifunanya / June 17, 2025

Nigeria’s inflation rate has taken a slight dip, with the headline inflation rate easing to 22.97% in May 2025, according […]

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EFCC arraigns Emefiele over unlawful possession of 753 housing units in Abuja — Daily Nigerian

Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele Arraigned on 8-Count Charge of Corruption and Money Laundering

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele, has been arraigned before the Federal Capital Territory […]

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BREAKING: I will clear my schedule to visit Benue Wednesday — Tinubu

Tinubu to Visit Benue After Herdsmen Killings Amid Criticism Over Slow Response

By Ifunanya / June 16, 2025

In a move aimed at addressing mounting criticism, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to visit Benue State on […]

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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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