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Expert blames sugary drinks for rising deaths, chronic diseases as Nigeria consumes 54 billion litres  

Nigeria Faces Health Crisis Due to High Consumption of Sugar Sweetened Beverages

By Ifunanya / June 5, 2025

Nigeria is facing a growing health crisis due to the increasing consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), according to public health […]

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Stock market sustains bullish trend with N224bn gain — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Stock Market Gains N224 Billion for Third Consecutive Day

By Ifunanya / June 5, 2025

The Nigerian stock market has extended its winning streak, recording a third consecutive day of gains on Wednesday. The market’s […]

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Nigerian police debunk reports of missing 3, 907 firearms

Jigawa Police Smash Major Scam Cartel Arresting 13 Suspects and Seizing Fake Currencies and Motorcycles

By Ifunanya / June 5, 2025

A significant crackdown on a notorious scam cartel has been announced by the Jigawa State Police Command, operating in the […]

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Disinformation played significant role in Nigerian Civil War, says Obasanjo — Daily Nigerian

Obasanjo Highlights Role of Disinformation in Nigerian Civil War

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

The Nigerian Civil War, a conflict that ravaged the country from 1967 to 1970, was significantly influenced by disinformation, according […]

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You can easily jail ex-governors for abuse of office - Showunmi tells EFCC

EFCC Should Probe Office Holders for Abuse of Office Not Fraud Says PDP Chieftain

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Nigerian Politician Advocates for Accountability Through Abuse of Office Probes In a bid to increase accountability among Nigerian leaders, a […]

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Nigerian govt backs rollout of Measles-Rubella Vaccine — Daily Nigerian

Federal Government Pledges Support for Nationwide Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Nigeria is gearing up for a nationwide Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign in October 2025, and the Federal Government has pledged its […]

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Adamawa Govt moves to connect LGAs to internet

Nigerian Women Push for Reserved Seats in Government with Proposed Constitutional Amendment

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

A landmark bill proposing the allocation of special seats for women in Nigeria’s state and national assemblies has garnered significant […]

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Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda better than era of palliatives, says Buratai — Daily Nigerian

Buratai Expresses Confidence in Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Nigeria’s Security and Growth

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, the former Chief of Army Staff, has expressed his support for the Renewed Hope agenda of […]

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Mokwa flood: Niger Govt reveals reasons for incident

Niger State Government Attributes Flood Incidents to Attitudinal Change and Climate Change

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Devastating floods have ravaged the Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming over […]

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Why we’re prioritising fight against illicit drugs – NSA — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Destroys 207 Containers of Illicit Drugs in Coordinated Operation to Boost National Security

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Nigeria’s Federal Government has intensified its efforts to combat the illicit drug trade, recognizing the profound impact it has on […]

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May 27: Children represent promise of Nigeria’s future - First Lady, Tinubu

Nigeria Launches Campaign to Eliminate Cervical Cancer by 2030

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has taken a bold step in the fight against cervical cancer, a disease that […]

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Insecurity still threatens 26 LGAs in Katsina - Radda

Deadly Clash Between Rival Bandit Groups in Katsina State Leaves One Dead

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a violent clash erupted between two rival bandit groups in the village of Tsaskiya, […]

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Afenifere’s statement on Tinubu’s mid-term performance deceitful -- Presidency — Daily Nigerian

Presidency Dismisses Afenifere’s Criticism of Tinubu Administration’s Performance

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Nigeria’s Presidency has criticized a factional Afenifere group for its statement on the mid-term performance of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, […]

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Rivers crisis: Fubara visits Tinubu in Lagos

Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Visits President Tinubu Amid State of Emergency

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

In a significant development, Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers State, visited President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos State […]

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Gaza officials say at least 27 killed by Israeli fire near aid centre

Israeli Forces Kill Palestinians Seeking Aid in Gaza

By Ifunanya / June 4, 2025

Deadly Aid Distribution: Israeli Forces Fire on Palestinians, Killing at Least 27 A devastating scene unfolded in the Gaza Strip […]

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Mali suspends artisanal gold mining activities during rainy season

Mali Suspends Artisanal Gold Mining Amid Rainy Season Safety Concerns

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

Mali has taken a significant step to protect the lives of artisanal gold miners by suspending all mining activities from […]

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Tinubu attracted over $450m into CNG value chain

Tinubu Administration Achieves More in Two Years Than Previous Governments

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has praised the achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that […]

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How Tinubu should deal with Peter Obi, Obidient Movement - Reno Omokri

Tinubu Advised to Counter Obi and Obidients with Positivity and Achievements

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

In a significant development, Reno Omokri, a former aide to a past Nigerian president, has offered guidance on how President […]

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South Africa's ex-president loses bid to have arms deal graft charges dropped

South Africa Court Rejects Zuma’s Bid to Halt Corruption Trial

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

In a significant development, a high court judge in South Africa has dismissed an application by former President Jacob Zuma […]

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HND, BSc dichotomy sign of underdevelopment — Bugaje — Daily Nigerian

NBTE Boss Faults HND and BSc Dichotomy in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2025

Nigeria’s National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has criticized the persistent disparity between Higher National Diploma (HND) and Bachelor of […]

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