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The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has been plunged into grief following the sudden passing of actress Omotola Odunsi. News of her death emerged on Thursday after her colleague, actor Akinola Akano—known professionally as Segbowe—shared an […]
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has instructed newly inaugurated local government leaders to halt the hiring of political officeholders, placing restrictions on key appointments as they begin their terms. The directive, issued on July 31 […]
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A prominent Nigerian opposition figure has sharply criticized the country’s ruling party, framing its governance as deeply damaging to the nation’s progress. Dino Melaye, a senior member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former […]
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Authorities in southwest Nigeria’s Oyo State have dismantled an illegal diesel operation along a major highway, arresting 16 individuals and seizing contraband fuel in a renewed push to tackle crime linked to unauthorized roadside activities. […]
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Niger State in north-central Nigeria continues to battle fresh cholera outbreaks, with 27 active cases reported across four regions, even as health authorities claim progress in treating over 327 patients discharged in recent weeks. The […]
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Nigeria’s national football team coach Eric Chelle has addressed scrutiny over his squad selection for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), emphasizing a commitment to tactical alignment over external criticism. The Malian tactician sparked debate […]
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Nigerian authorities and petroleum industry stakeholders have announced stricter safety measures for fuel tankers, including a 50% reduction in maximum load capacity, following a surge in road accidents linked to overloaded vehicles. Starting October 1, […]
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Orphans’ Tears of Joy at Jos Orphanage Renovation Commissioning In an emotional ceremony that brought dignitaries to tears, the newly renovated Jesus Only Friend International Orphanage Home (JOFIN) in Jos, Nigeria, was commissioned. The transformation, […]
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The Lagos State branch of Nigeria’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has summarily expelled some members who publicly declared support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The move, confirmed Thursday, is seen as a bid to […]
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China Defends Economic Ties with Russia, Denies Military Support at UN Security Council China has rejects accusations of supporting Russia’s military operations in Ukraine and defended its economic ties with Moscow, stating that it maintains […]
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Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, has received a significant financial boost towards its energy transition efforts. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has released funds as part of its $1 billion Economic Governance and Energy Transition […]
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South Africa scrambled for a trade lifeline as U.S. tariffs loom President Cyril Ramaphosa is leveraging a week-long respite in the U.S.’s imminent 30-percent tariffs to negotiate intensively, seeking to forestall the penalty and safeguard […]
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