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BREAKING: FCTA seals Access Bank, Total Petrol Station over unpaid ground rent

FCTA Seals Access Bank and Total Petrol Station Over Unpaid Ground Rent Amid Abuja Land Crackdown

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

A major crackdown on property owners in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, has led to the sealing of an Access Bank […]

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Senate Leader faults opposition for labelling NASS as Rubber Stamp — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Senate Leader Defends National Assembly Against Rubber-Stamp Claims

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Nigerian Senate Leader Pushes Back Against “Rubber-Stamp” Criticisms In a strong response to criticisms from opposition parties, Nigerian Senate Leader […]

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Troops foil bandit attack in Taraba’s Karim Lamido

Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Taraba State Village

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

In a daring operation, troops from Operation Whirl Stroke have successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Jen village, Taraba State, […]

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NCWS seeks law to ban girl-child street hawking in Kebbi

Kebbi Women’s Group Calls for Ban on Street Hawking by Young Girls Amidst Rising Abuse Concerns

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

The National Council for Women Societies in Kebbi State has sounded the alarm over the rising trend of young girls […]

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Gov Alia in induction dinner with 2Face, wife Natasha, other Benue artistes

Benue Governor Meets 2Face to Promote Unity and Creativity in the State

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

In a significant move to harness the power of creativity and community engagement, Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, recently hosted […]

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Tension in Benue community as soldiers allegedly kill three youths in Guma

Tension in Benue State as Soldiers Allegedly Kill 3 Youths in Udei Community

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Tension is running high in the community of Udei, located in the Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, […]

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NAF airstrikes destroy 100 illegal refining sites in 5 months — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Air Force Destroys Over 100 Illegal Refining Sites in Niger Delta

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

In a significant crackdown on illegal activities in the Niger Delta, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the destruction […]

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Coalition: I will continue to run for President under Labour Party - Peter Obi declares

Peter Obi Urges North to Unite and Vote for Competence Ahead of 2027 Election

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general election, Labour Party’s Peter Obi has urged the North to foster trust […]

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Abia: Disclose cost of projects, IGR - PDP challenges Alex Otti

Abia State PDP Accuses Governor Alex Otti of Secrecy Over Project Costs and Revenue

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

A wave of concern has swept over Abia State in Nigeria as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) levels accusations of […]

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Canada honours Nigeria Customs for border security — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Customs Service Commended by Royal Canadian Mounted Police for Combating Transnational Crime

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has received high praise from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for its tireless efforts […]

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'One day, the law will catch you' - Presidency spits fire over 'fake' Trump's invite to Tinubu

Presidency Denies Declining White House Invitation to President Tinubu

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

A statement circulating online claiming that Nigerian President Bola Tinubu declined an invitation to visit the United States has been […]

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Nigerian companies listed on NGX paid N1.1trn as dividends in 2024 – SEC — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Listed Companies Declare N1.1 Trillion Dividends in 2024

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

Nigerian Stock Exchange Sees Significant Gains in 2024 The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) has reported a substantial increase in dividends […]

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Prolonged detentions: IGP's order will curb abuse of human rights among policemen

Nigerian Police Officers Accused of Extorting N151 Million from Diasporan Nationals

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

A disturbing case of alleged police extortion has surfaced in Nigeria, with a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Oke, […]

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JAMB releases results of 2025 UTME resit exams — Daily Nigerian

JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Resit Results Amid Examination Irregularities

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) resit […]

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BREAKING: Unknown gunmen on rampage, kill 3 policemen in Enugu [VIDEO]

Deadly Communal Conflict Erupts in Taraba State Over Farmer-Herder Dispute

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

A deadly communal conflict has erupted in the Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, Nigeria, resulting in the loss […]

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Oyebanji approves career elongation for bursars' cadre in public secondary schools

Ekiti State Approves Career Elongation for Public Secondary School Bursars

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

In a significant move to boost the morale and welfare of public secondary school staff in Ekiti State, Nigeria, Governor […]

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Stakeholders advocate proactive measures to address teenage pregnancy, child marriage

Stakeholders Call for Action to End Teenage Pregnancy and Child Marriage in South-West Nigeria

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

In a bold call to action, stakeholders in South-West Nigeria are urging for immediate and proactive measures to combat the […]

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Belgium: Onyedika, Club Brugge chase double in league decider

Club Brugge Aims for Domestic Double in Belgian Championship Finale

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

Club Brugge is on the cusp of achieving a remarkable domestic double in Belgium, with the final piece of the […]

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Gov Lawal appoints new heads for Zamfara electricity, land agencies

Zamfara Governor Pays Off Outstanding Debts to WAEC and NECO, Releases Withheld Student Results

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

In a significant move to revitalize the education sector in Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal has taken bold steps to […]

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Adamawa State Internally Generated Revenue Surges to N17 Billion Annually

By Ifunanya / May 25, 2025

In a significant development, the Adamawa State Government has made notable strides in boosting its financial standing, with its Internally […]

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