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Judiciary workers suspend planned nationwide strike

JUSUN Suspends Planned Nationwide Strike for Two Weeks Amid Government Intervention

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

In a significant development, the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has announced a two-week suspension of its planned nationwide […]

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

Armed Herdsmen Overrun 20 of 23 Local Government Areas in Benue State Amidst Rising Violence and Insecurity

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A surge in violent attacks by armed herdsmen has left Benue State in Nigeria on high alert, with over 20 […]

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Why I dumped PDP for APC – Shehu Sani

Shehu Sani Criticizes Kano State Government Over Inadequate Compensation for Deceased Athletes

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A recent decision by the Kano State Government in Nigeria has sparked controversy, with former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani […]

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Atiku, Onaiyekan, Sanusi, others call for action against poverty — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria’s Leaders Urged to Address Poverty to Sustain Democracy

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

Nigerian Leaders Call for Urgent Action Against Poverty to Sustain Democracy In a powerful call to action, former Vice President […]

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Kano tragedy: Not just loss to Kano but entire sports community - Nigerian governors 

Nigeria Governors Forum Mourns Death of 22 Kano Athletes in Road Accident

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

A devastating road accident in Nigeria has claimed the lives of 22 athletes from Kano, who were part of the […]

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Tinubu mourns Kano athletes involved in accident — Daily Nigerian

President Tinubu Mourns Sports Festival Accident Victims and Niger Flood Victims

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

Tragedy has struck Nigeria, with President Bola Tinubu receiving the devastating news of an accident involving members of the Kano […]

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Soludo's wife disburses empowerment fund to over 1,000 petty traders

Anambra Governor’s Wife Empowers 1085 Women with Financial Support to Boost Businesses

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

In a move to support women’s economic empowerment, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, the wife of the governor of Anambra State, has […]

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Naira strengthens steadily against Dollar — Daily Nigerian

Naira Remains Stable at ₦1,586 to the Dollar Amid Growing Investor Confidence

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

The Nigerian Naira has ended the week on a stable note, closing at ₦1,586.15 to the US Dollar on the […]

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Osun: Group kicks against continued closure of LG secretariats

Osun State Local Government Crisis Deepens Amid Party Disputes and Financial Concerns

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

Political tensions in Nigeria’s Osun State have reached a boiling point, with a coalition of civil society organizations, The Osun […]

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Judiciary workers threaten strike from June 2 — Daily Nigerian

Judiciary Workers To Embark On Nationwide Strike Over Unpaid Wages And Minimum Wage Implementation

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

A nationwide strike is set to hit Nigeria’s judicial system as the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, has directed […]

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Calabar Policemen Accused of Daily Extortion on Calabar Road

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

In the heart of Calabar, a disturbing trend of daily extortion by policemen has been unfolding, leaving many to wonder […]

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NiMet predicts 3-day sunshine, thunderstorms from Saturday — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Weather Forecast Predicts Sunshine and Thunderstorms Across the Country

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

A significant weather alert has been issued by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, predicting a mix of sunshine and thunderstorms […]

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New Police Public Relations Officer, Edet assumes duty in Benue

Benue State Police Command Appoints New Public Relations Officer

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

In a significant development, the Benue State Police Command in Nigeria has welcomed a new Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), […]

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Nigerian govt proposes establishment of exams malpractice tribunal — Daily Nigerian

Federal Government Proposes National Examination Malpractice Court to Curb Infractions

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

In a bid to combat growing concerns over examination malpractice, the Federal Government of Nigeria has proposed the establishment of […]

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Lagos LG poll: NNPP to select candidates by consensus

NNPP Declares Readiness for Osun Gubernatorial Election

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

Nigeria’s Osun State is gearing up for a pivotal gubernatorial election, with the Nigerian National Peoples Party (NNPP) declaring its […]

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Over-speeding vehicle knocks popular lawyer, Paul Onota to death in Delta

Prominent Lawyer Killed by Speeding Vehicle in Delta State

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

A tragic incident unfolded on Friday evening when a speeding vehicle struck and killed a renowned lawyer, Mr. Paul O. […]

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Pastor Kumuyi reveals he's on revenge mission against devil after wife's death

Pastor Kumuyi Seeks Revenge Against the Devil After Wife’s Death

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

Pastor William Kumuyi, the General Overseer of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has revealed that his wife’s passing has fueled […]

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Oyo traditional ruler, Oniroko joins ancestors 

Oniroko of Iroko Oba Sunmaila Olasunkanmi Abioye Opeola Dies

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

The Oniroko of Iroko, Oba Sunmaila Olasunkanmi Abioye Opeola, a revered traditional ruler in Oyo State, Nigeria, has passed away. […]

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[Exclusive] Root course of my problem with Saudi Arabia - Sheikh Gumi

Saudi Arabia Bans Nigerian Cleric Sheikh Gumi from Hajj Over Critical Sermons

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent cleric from Kaduna State, Nigeria, has been barred from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage […]

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Gov. Lawal holds peace walk in Zamfara, says 'security has significantly improved' — Daily Nigerian

Zamfara State Governor Says Security Situation Has Improved Significantly

By Ifunanya / May 31, 2025

In a significant development, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has announced that the security situation in his state has seen […]

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