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Edo Guber: Court of Appeal reserves judgment

Edo State Governorship Election Appeal Rulings Reserved by Court of Appeal

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

A critical milestone has been reached in the dispute over the Edo State governorship election, which took place on September […]

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Putin skips peace talks in Turkey, damping hopes for breakthrough — Daily Nigerian

Putin Snubs Ukraine Peace Talks in Turkey

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

A highly anticipated meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Turkey on Thursday ended in […]

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Niger govt allocates N822m to 274 wards for local projects

Niger State Government Disburses N822 Million for Ward Development Projects Across 274 Wards

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

In a significant move to empower local communities, the Niger State government has disbursed N822,000,000 million to 274 wards across […]

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Adichie to lead artists in “Things Fall Apart” Festival in Enugu -- Organisers — Daily Nigerian

Chimamanda Adichie to Lead Things Fall Apart Festival in Enugu

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Chimamanda Adichie to Lead Artists and Storytellers at Inaugural ‘Things Fall Apart Festival’ The literary world is abuzz with excitement […]

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I have been helping bandits buy fuel, food, water— Suspect confesses in Katsina

Katsina Man Arrested for Supplying Food and Fuel to Bandits

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

A shocking arrest has been made in Katsina State, Nigeria, where a 50-year-old man named Birish has been taken into […]

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Accidental discharge will not be tolerated, NSCDC warns armed personnel — Daily Nigerian

NSCDC Warns Personnel Against Accidental Discharge After Arms Training

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

In a bid to enhance security and maintain public trust, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ebonyi […]

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DR Congo may impose curbs on cobalt exports when existing ban ends

Congo May Extend Cobalt Export Curbs to Stabilize Market

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Cobalt Export Curbs: Democratic Republic of Congo Weighs Options as Ban Nears End In a move that could significantly impact […]

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South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa to meet with Donald Trump in US next week

US and South Africa: A Meeting to Ease Tensions Over White Farmers and Racial Tensions

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Tensions between South Africa and the United States have been simmering for months, and a recent development may indicate a […]

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JAMB: Ohanaeze rejects resit exam, demands 300 scores for S'East candidates

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Rejects JAMB’s Plan for Fresh Exam Due to Errors in UTME Results

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

A recent decision by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to reschedule an examination for candidates affected by errors […]

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Tension over alleged ‘deadly rice’ in circulation

Deadly Rice Rumor Debunked in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Tension is running high in parts of Ogun and Lagos States, Nigeria, due to rumors circulating about deadly rice being […]

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Security summit waste of resources, ex-lawmaker tackles Senate — Daily Nigerian

Former Lawmaker Calls National Security Summit a Waste of Time and Resources

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Nigeria’s National Security Summit Sparks Criticism as Waste of Time and Resources A former member of the House of Representatives, […]

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UTME 2025 controversy: Stakeholders set agenda for Nigerian govt

JAMB Apologizes for 2025 UTME Errors as Stakeholders Call for Education Reform

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Nigeria has been marred by controversy, with thousands of candidates threatening to […]

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Congo’s rebel-held coltan mines continue to pump ore for world’s tech

Miners in Eastern Congo Dig for Precious Minerals Amid Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Congo’s Conflict Minerals: A Humanitarian Crisis in the Heart of Africa Deep within the lush green hills of North Kivu […]

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Amnesty report exposes abuse of Kenyan domestic workers in Saudi Arabia

Kenyan Women Face Abuse and Exploitation as Domestic Workers in Saudi Arabia

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Modern Slavery Uncovered: Kenyan Women Share Harrowing Experiences in Saudi Arabia A shocking report by Amnesty International has shed light […]

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Africa’s youngest leader divides opinion over Russia ties

Burkina Faso’s Junta Leader Captivates African Youth with Promises of Independence and Self Reliance

By Ifunanya / May 15, 2025

Burkina Faso’s Young Leader Captivates Africa, Despite Worsening Security Crisis As disturbing reports emerged of hundreds of Burkina Faso citizens […]

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

Nigerian Meteorological Agency Predicts Sunshine and Thunderstorms Across the Country

By Ifunanya / May 14, 2025

Nigeria is bracing for a mix of sunshine and thunderstorms across the country from Wednesday to Friday, according to the […]

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SON destroys large consignment of substandard imported products

Nigeria Destroys Large Quantity of Substandard Imported Products

By Ifunanya / May 14, 2025

In a bold move to protect public health and safety, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has taken decisive action […]

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Plateau group rejects Tinubu's nominee for North Central Development Commission

Youth Group Rejects Nomination of Cyril Tsenyil as North Central Development Commission MD

By Ifunanya / May 14, 2025

A controversy has erupted in Nigeria over the nomination of Mr. Cyril Tsenyil as the Managing Director of the newly […]

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FUHSO Governing Council appoints Francis Aba Uba as Vice Chancellor

Professor Francis Aba Uba Appointed Vice Chancellor of Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo

By Ifunanya / May 14, 2025

In a significant development for Nigeria’s academic and medical landscape, Professor Francis Aba Uba has been officially appointed as the […]

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Court to deliver judgment June 27 — Daily Nigerian

Federal High Court to Deliver Judgment on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension Case

By Ifunanya / May 14, 2025

Here’s a well-structured news article based on the provided text: Federal High Court to Deliver Judgment on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension […]

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