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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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Lagos-Calabar coastal Highway unfinished, unfit for commissioning — NEFGAD

Nigeria Advocacy Group Criticizes Minister for Commissioning Partially Completed Highway Project

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A recent decision by Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, to present a 30-kilometre segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal […]

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Show how we violated concession agreement — Daily Nigerian

BUA Group Challenges Hadiza Bala Usman Over Port Concession Termination

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A recent development has unfolded in the dispute between the BUA Group and Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to President […]

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Resist plot to turn Nigeria into one-party state – Ex-Ekiti Gov, Odeyemi tells Nigerians

Coalition Demands Halt to Federal Funds for Zamfara and Benue Over Unconstitutional Governance

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

Nigeria’s democratic structure is facing a significant challenge as the Coalition for Democratic Governance in Africa (CDGA) urges the Federal […]

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Judiciary workers in Supreme Court, NJC, FHC pull out of planned JUSUN strike — Daily Nigerian

Supreme Court Workers Opt Out of Planned Strike Due to Chief Justice’s Intervention

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

In a surprise move, judiciary workers under the Supreme Court, National Judicial Council, and the Federal High Court have withdrawn […]

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Insecurity: Bauchi Govt bans farming, grazing around airport

Bauchi Government Enhances Airport Security with Farming Ban and Surveillance Boost

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

In a significant move to bolster security, the Bauchi State Government has forbidden all farming and grazing activities within the […]

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Development Bank of Nigeria disburses N1trn to MSMEs, creates 1.2m jobs – MD — Daily Nigerian

Development Bank of Nigeria Disburses Over N1 Trillion to MSMEs Creating 1.2 Million Jobs

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has achieved a remarkable milestone in its mission to enhance access to finance for […]

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Nigeria-Cameroon Border Motor Park Project Abandoned Amidst Controversy and Legal Issues

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A project that was once hailed as a significant boost to trade and travel between Nigeria and Cameroon has stalled, […]

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Coalition against Tinubu will fail, APC chieftain tells Atiku, others — Daily Nigerian

APC Chieftain Predicts Failure of Opposition Coalition Against Tinubu’s Re-election

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

In a bold statement, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a high-ranking official of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, has declared that […]

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NECO distances self from fake Facebook account

NECO Disowns Fake Facebook Account Created to Defraud Public

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A warning has been issued by the National Examinations Council, NECO, regarding a fake Facebook account that has been opened […]

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NECO disowns fake facebook account — Daily Nigerian

NECO Disowns Fake Facebook Account Created to Defraud Public

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

A warning has been issued by the National Examinations Council, NECO, regarding a fake Facebook account that has been set […]

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Tinubu’s visit exposed failures of Kefas' administration – Former Envoy, Ardo

Methodist Bishop Urges Tinubu to Prioritize Nigerian Security Over Re-election Bid Amid Rising Insecurity

By Ifunanya / June 1, 2025

The safety of Nigerians has become a pressing concern, with the country facing an alarming rate of security challenges that […]

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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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