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Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ events

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ events

By Ifunanya / April 15, 2025

Hungary’s parliament has passed an amendment to the constitution, allowing the government to ban public events organised by LGBTQ communities. […]

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Kebbi’s oil prospects could spark economic transformation — State govt

Kebbi’s oil prospects could spark economic transformation — State govt

By Ifunanya / April 15, 2025

The Kebbi State Government has expressed optimism regarding oil and gas exploration activities in the state, stating that the discoveries […]

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China restricts local companies from investing in US amid tariff war

US artificial intelligence development threatens humanity – China

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The Chinese government has warned that the “uncontrolled development” of artificial intelligence in the United States could lead to grave […]

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IRS extends April 15 tax deadline for Florida, 8 other states

IRS extends April 15 tax deadline for Florida, 8 other states

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Several states in the United States have received automatic tax deadline extensions due to natural disasters in 2024 and 2025. […]

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Benue: Gov Alia denies plans to dump APC for SDP

I can’t guarantee safety of anyone visiting Benue without my knowledge – Gov Alia

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has issued a strong warning that he cannot guarantee the safety of any individuals […]

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President of El Salvador refuses to return mistakenly deported man back to US

President of El Salvador refuses to return mistakenly deported man back to US

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has said he would not return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man whom the US Justice […]

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Ogun Assembly restrains chief from parading himself as monarch

Ogun Assembly restrains chief from parading himself as monarch

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The Ogun State House of Assembly has warned Chief Adewole Adetola to desist from parading himself as the Oba-Elect of […]

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Many Houthi leaders dead after new airstrikes - Trump

‘They’re small, poor’ – UN wants Trump to exempt 28 countries from tariffs

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The United Nations, UN, through its trade and development arm, UNCTAD, has warned President Donald Trump of an impending ‘serious […]

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Internet fraud: EFCC arraigns 18 foreigners

‘I can’t be put in the public for analysis’ – Judge blasts EFCC over misleading court report

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday threatened to return the case file involving Ali […]

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AGF Fagbemi seeks support for Nigerian govt's national law reform initiative

AGF Fagbemi seeks support for Nigerian govt’s national law reform initiative

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, AGF, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has canvassed for greater efforts […]

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US-Iran nuclear deal: Diplomatic solutions urgently needed – IAEA chief ahead of Tehran visit

US-Iran nuclear deal: Diplomatic solutions urgently needed – IAEA chief ahead of Tehran visit

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, Rafael Grossi, has announced plans to travel to Tehran this week […]

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IWD: Attacks have left 452 women widows, 8,744 orphans in Irigwe chiefdom of Plateau - IDA Women Wing

40 residents killed in fresh attack on Plateau community

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

No fewer than forty residents have been confirmed dead following a fresh attack by unknown assailants on Zike community, Kimakpa […]

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War: EU leaders meet to counter Russia after deadly attack on Sumy as Zelenskyy invites Trump

War: EU leaders meet to counter Russia after deadly attack on Sumy as Zelenskyy invites Trump

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Following the Russian attack on Sunday on Sumy, Ukraine, European Union foreign ministers are meeting in Luxembourg on Monday morning […]

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Gabon’s military leader Brice Oligui Nguema wins controversial presidential election in landslide

Gabon’s military leader Brice Oligui Nguema wins controversial presidential election in landslide

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Brice Oligui Nguema, Gabon’s transitional president and former military general who seized power in a 2023 coup, has secured a […]

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Gaza: UN dismisses Israel's claims of enough food

Ukraine: Orthodox Church, UN condemn Russia’s Palm Sunday attack

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The Orthodox Public Affairs Committee has condemned “the brutal and disgraceful attack” carried out by Russia on Ukraine’s city of […]

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Ebonyi land dispute: Lawyer petitions CDS, DSS, CP, others over attacks in Amasiri

Ebonyi land dispute: Lawyer petitions CDS, DSS, CP, others over attacks in Amasiri

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Activist lawyer, Maduabuchi Idam, has petitioned the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, Commandant Nkwegu Military Cantonment in Abakaliki, Director […]

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Kano police arrest three arms dealers, seize 15 rifles

Kano police arrest three arms dealers, seize 15 rifles

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

Police in Kano State have arrested three suspected arms dealers and uncovered a cache of illegal firearms in what authorities […]

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EU to increase financial support for Palestinian Authority

EU to increase financial support for Palestinian Authority

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The European Union said it will boost its financial support for the Palestinian Authority with a three-year package worth around […]

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Third federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship executive order

‘Wacky Crook’ – Trump calls on New York Attorney General to resign immediately

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

US President Donald Trump has called on New York Attorney General, Letitia James, to resign immediately. Trump labelled James as […]

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APC Crisis: Benue APC reaffirms support for Agada’s leadership

Benue APC alleges calculated attempt to assassinate party’s legal adviser in Abuja

By Ifunanya / April 14, 2025

The All Progressives Congress, APC, Chairman in Benue State, Benjamin Omale, has condemned alleged assassination attempt on the party’s State […]

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