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EFCC arrests 3 suspects behind Q-net scam — Daily Nigerian

EFCC Arrests Three Suspects Linked to Q-net Scam and Fake University Degrees

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

A major crackdown on fraud has led to the arrest of three individuals linked to the Q-net scam in Nigeria. […]

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Putin vs Zelenskyy: Russia attacks Kyiv, Ukraine's capital

Ukrainian Drone Attack on Russian Port City Novorossiisk Injures Five and Damages Grain Terminal

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

A state of emergency has been declared in the Russian port city of Novorossiisk after a Ukrainian drone attack damaged […]

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Police foil kidnap attempt in Ebonyi

Edo Police Arrest 95 Suspected Cultists Recover Arms and Ammunition

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

A major crackdown on cult activity in Edo State, Nigeria, has resulted in the arrest of 95 suspected cultists and […]

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NLO: Yekeen resigns as Ogbomosho United head coach 

Ogbomosho United Coach Jimoh Babatunde Yekeen Resigns Amid Poor Start to NLO Season

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

In a significant development, Jimoh Babatunde Yekeen, the head coach of Ogbomosho United, a team competing in Nigeria’s Nationwide League […]

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India: Six killed, many injured in temple stampede

6 Killed, 55 Injured in Stampede at Indian Temple Festival in Goa

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

Tragedy struck in the western coastal state of Goa, India, where a stampede at a Hindu temple resulted in the […]

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Tensions Escalate Over Alleged Disruption of NANS Inauguration by Seyi Tinubu

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

Controversy surrounds Seyi Tinubu as NANS president Atiku Abubakar Isah accuses him of disrupting a student inauguration in Abuja with armed thugs. Tinubu denies involvement, calling it “fake news,” amid factional crisis and political interference claims in NANS.

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Racketeering rocks NAHCON’s 2025 Hajj team selection — Daily Nigerian

NAHCON Faces Allegations of Racketeering in 2025 Hajj Staff Selection Process

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) is embroiled in controversy over allegations of racketeering and unscrupulous practices in its […]

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Tinubu flags-off construction of Calabar-Ebonyi-Benue-Nasarawa-Abuja super highway

Tinubu Vows Nigeria Will Not Yield to Fear or Terror

By Ifunanya / May 3, 2025

In a defiant stance against the forces of terrorism and instability, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his country’s unwavering […]

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Biafra: Simon Ekpa will soon be extradited to Nigeria - FG witness tells court

Biafra Leader Simon Ekpa to be Extradited from Finland to Nigeria to Face Trial

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

In a significant development, a prosecuting witness has revealed that Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister of Biafra, is set […]

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We made error in accusing NELFUND of fraud — ICPC — Daily Nigerian

ICPC Admits Error in Statement on NELFUND, Clarifies Investigation Focus on Universities

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) in Nigeria has retracted a statement it released […]

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Tinubu arrives Katsina for two-day state visit

Tinubu Arrives in Katsina to Address Security Concerns, Commission Projects

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Katsina State, Nigeria, in a bid to address the growing security concerns that have […]

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Gavi offers $191m to boost Nigeria’s health system, immunisation — Daily Nigerian

Gavi Invests $191 Million to Boost Immunization in Nigeria, Targets 1.8 Million Unvaccinated Children

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

In a significant move to boost immunization coverage and reach underserved populations, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has announced a substantial […]

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UNICEF marks World Malaria Day with rollout of new vaccine in Mali

UNICEF Launches Malaria Vaccine in Mali Amid Calls for More Effective Solutions

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

As the world marks World Malaria Day, the United Nations children’s organization UNICEF is rolling out the R21/Matrix-M vaccine in […]

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Rwanda commemorates the 1994 genocide that claimed at least 800,000 lives

Rwanda Genocide

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

Rwanda marked a somber occasion on Monday, commemorating the 1994 genocide that resulted in the loss of at least 800,000 […]

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DR Congo seeks to lift former president Kabila’s immunity over alleged war crimes

Kabila Faces War Crimes Charges

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

In a groundbreaking move, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has formally requested the removal of parliamentary immunity for […]

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Kenyan lawmaker shot dead in apparent assassination in Nairobi

Kenyan MP Shot Dead

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

A shocking incident has unfolded in Nairobi, Kenya, where a prominent opposition legislator, Charles Were, was fatally shot in a […]

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Thousands of people rally in support of Burkina Faso's transitional president

Burkina Faso Rally

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

In a massive display of solidarity, thousands of people gathered in Ougadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, to express their […]

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Tunisia: new Human Rights Watch report finds dramatic increase in politically motivated arrests

Tunisia Cracks Down

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

A stark warning has been issued by Human Rights Watch, revealing that Tunisia has significantly escalated its use of politically […]

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Libya hosts African volleyball championship

Libya Returns Strong

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

Libya is making a significant comeback in the world of African sports, and it’s doing so with a bang. The […]

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Gaza on the brink as aid ship attacked, fuel and medical supplies dwindle

Gaza Crisis Worsens

By Ifunanya / May 2, 2025

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point, with the United Nations warning that the territory is on […]

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