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

Nigeria’s First Lady Urges Action Against Bullying on International Children’s Day

By Ifunanya / May 27, 2025

On International Children’s Day, Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, sent a heartfelt message to the children of Nigeria, calling them […]

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Nigeria police neutralise 16, arrest 300 over criminal offences in FCT

Nigeria Police Summon Officers Caught Extorting Motorists in Viral Video

By Ifunanya / May 27, 2025

A disturbing viral video has shed light on the extortion of road users by Nigerian police officers, prompting swift action […]

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27 arrested as irate youths kill DPO, set police station ablaze in Kano — Daily Nigerian

Kano Police DPO Killed by Mob After Suspect’s Death in Custody

By Ifunanya / May 27, 2025

A tragic incident has unfolded in Kano State, Nigeria, where a Divisional Police Officer, CSP Baba Ali Mohammed, was killed […]

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Panic as bomb explodes near Mogadishu Military barracks in Abuja — Daily Nigerian

Bomb Explosion Rocks Abuja Near Mogadishu Barracks Killing One and Injuring Another

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

A devastating bomb explosion has rocked the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja, Nigeria, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos […]

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Renowned cleric gunned down in Plateau

Renowned Cleric Shot Dead by Suspected Kidnappers in Plateau State

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

A devastating attack on the residence of Reverend Father Mimang Lekyil, a respected cleric, has left the community in shock […]

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Former president Joseph Kabila returns to the DRC, ending political exile

Joseph Kabila Returns to Congo Amid Security Tensions and Political Uncertainty

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Ending Exile: Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Returns to Goma Amidst Tensions In a move that marks the end of […]

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Security forces rescue two abducted victims in Taraba

Taraba State Condemns Violent Attacks in Karim Lamido Local Government Council

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

A devastating wave of violence has swept through the Karim Lamido local government council in Taraba State, leaving a trail […]

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Putin says no sovereignty without economic sovereignty — Daily Nigerian

Putin Emphasizes Economic Sovereignty as Foundation for Russia’s Strength

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the crucial role of economic sovereignty in achieving overall national sovereignty. In a meeting with […]

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Osu Ajiri, Halilu Bala Usman, former Deputy Gov old Plateau is dead

Nasarawa State Mourns Death of First-Class Monarch Alhaji Halilu Bala Usman

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Tragedy has struck the Udege community and Nasarawa State with the passing of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Halilu Bala Usman, […]

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FCTA seals FIRS, Access Bank, others over unpaid ground rent — Daily Nigerian

FCTA Seals FIRS, Access Bank, Total Energy Properties Over Unpaid Ground Rent

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

In a significant move, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has taken control of several high-profile properties in Abuja, Nigeria’s […]

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Gov. Kefas absent as Taraba communities hold mass burial for victims of herders' attack

Taraba State Massacre Sparks Outrage as Governor Absent During Mass Burial of 37 Victims

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

A wave of grief and outrage has engulfed the Karim-Lamido local government council of Taraba State, Nigeria, as villagers laid […]

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ICIEC, NEXIM Bank sign strategic deal to boost export credit, investment insurance in Nigeria — Daily Nigerian

ICIEC and NEXIM Partner to Boost Nigeria’s Export Credit and Investment Insurance Framework

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

In a significant move to bolster economic growth, the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) […]

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Malaysia slams double standards on Israel's atrocities in Gaza

Malaysia Condemns Israeli Atrocities in Gaza Strip

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2025

Malaysia Condemns Israeli Atrocities in Gaza, Citing Indifference and Double Standards In a strong statement, Malaysia has denounced the recent […]

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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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