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Why we arrested Very Dark Man

EFCC Arrests Social Media Influencer Very Dark Man Over Petitions

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

A social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Very Dark Man, VDM, has been arrested by the Economic […]

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Poachers kill more than 100 rhinos in South Africa

Rhino Poaching Surges: Over 100 Killed in South Africa in Just 3 Months

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

The plight of rhinos in South Africa has taken a devastating turn, with over 100 of these majestic creatures falling […]

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State of emergency: Tinubu lacks power to remove Gov Fubara - CUPP

President Tinubu Swears in New Permanent Secretaries and National Assembly Service Commission Members

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a significant move, President Bola Tinubu has sworn in two new Permanent Secretaries and the Chairman of the National […]

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Yobe govt reintroduces agric exhibition — Daily Nigerian

Yobe Revives Agriculture Exhibition to Boost Agribusiness and Farming Sector

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a significant move to boost agribusiness, the Yobe Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources has revived its agriculture exhibition, […]

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DRC: M23 rebels seize strategic town despite peace talks

M23 Militants Seize Strategic Town in Eastern Congo Despite Ongoing Peace Talks

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

Congo Conflict Escalates: M23 Militants Seize Key Town Despite Ongoing Peace Talks In a brazen move, M23 militants and their […]

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Dispute resolution: You're free to approach Sharia Panel - Makinde tells Oyo residents

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Reshuffles Cabinet

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a significant move, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reshuffled his cabinet, affecting key positions in various ministries. […]

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Nigerian media executives, editors seek collective strategy to foster innovation, sustainability — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Media Executives Seek Practical Solutions to Industry Challenges

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a rapidly evolving media landscape, industry leaders are seeking practical solutions to navigate the increasing challenges they face. This […]

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Protesters want Morocco to sever ties with Israel, target strategic ports

Moroccan Activists Protest Israel Ties, Target Shipping Company Amid Government Crackdown

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

Morocco’s Strategic Ports Become a Battleground for Pro-Palestine Activists More than a year has passed since Morocco’s decision to normalize […]

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Tariffs: Brazil, US negotiating terms of understanding

Brazil and US Negotiate Tariff Terms Amid Trade Tensions

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a significant development, Brazil and the United States have initiated negotiations to reach an understanding on tariffs, according to […]

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Rep wants improved wages for Nigerian journalists — Daily Nigerian

Lawmaker Calls for Improved Welfare and Protection of Journalists in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a bid to safeguard the rights and well-being of media practitioners, Rep. Obi Aguocha, Chairman of the House of […]

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Russia, US agree to temporary ban on attacks

Kremlin Expresses Concern Over India-Pakistan Tensions in Kashmir After Deadly Attack

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point, prompting concern from the international community, including the Kremlin. The […]

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NELFUND insists N71bn not missing — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Education Loan Fund CEO Denies Missing Funds Allegations

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

Amidst recent controversy surrounding the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, the scheme’s CEO, Akintunde Sawyerr, has come forward to clarify that […]

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Lagos Assembly summons lands bureau over discrepancies in allocations, others

Lagos Assembly Summons Lands Bureau Over Discrepancies in Land Allocations

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a significant move to address the growing concerns over land disputes and allocations in Lagos State, the State House […]

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Prepare for fresh electricity tariffs - Nigerian govt warns

Nigeria to Introduce Cost-Reflective Electricity Tariffs Amid Subsidy Removal

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

Nigeria is on the brink of a significant change in its electricity pricing, as the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, […]

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Trump extends trade war on foreign movies, orders 100% tariff

Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Foreign Movies to Boost US Film Industry

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a move that is set to shake the global film industry, US President Donald Trump has announced a 100% […]

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INEC yet to set date for CVR resumption -- Official — Daily Nigerian

INEC Announces No Resumption Date for Voter Registration and PVC Replacement

By Ifunanya / May 5, 2025

In a recent update, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has made it clear that there is currently no set […]

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NDLEA intercepts 942 explosives en route Zamfara, recovers 314,020 pills of tramadol — Daily Nigerian

NDLEA Seizes Explosives and Large Quantities of Illicit Drugs in Multiple Operations Across Nigeria

By Ifunanya / May 4, 2025

A major breakthrough has been achieved in the fight against drug trafficking and explosives smuggling in Nigeria. The National Drug […]

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VIS cracks down on unfit vehicles across Lagos

Lagos State Impounds Over 200 Unroadworthy Vehicles in Safety Crackdown

By Ifunanya / May 4, 2025

In a significant crackdown on road safety, the Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) has impounded over 200 vehicles found […]

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EFCC re-arraigns man for non-declaration of $90,000 — Daily Nigerian

Man Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering After Failing to Declare $90,000 at Lagos Airport

By Ifunanya / May 4, 2025

A dramatic turn of events unfolded in a Lagos court as Ahmed Shaw, a defendant accused of money laundering, changed […]

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Zamfara House of Assembly faction elects Speaker, dares Gov Lawal

Zamfara State House of Assembly Faction Elects New Speaker Amid Intimidation Claims

By Ifunanya / May 4, 2025

A dramatic turn of events has unfolded in Zamfara State, Nigeria, as a parallel faction of the State House of […]

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