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African School Games: Nigeria clinches 6 medals in Badminton

Team Nigeria wrapped up its badminton tournament at the inaugural African School Games in Algeria on Thursday, earning a total of six medals, comprising two gold, three silver, and one bronze. The first gold medal for Nigeria was won by Precious Adekunle,

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August 1, 2025

News

Senate Ad-hoc Committee meets IGP on Crude Oil Theft

The Senate’s Ad Hoc Committee on Crude Oil recently convened with Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to strengthen their partnership in combating crude oil theft across the nation. During the meeting held on Thursday in Abuja, the committee, chaired by Senator

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August 1, 2025

News

Navy to establish base in Kebbi

Birnin Kebbi, Aug. 1, 2025 (NAN) The Nigeria Navy has concluded arrangement to establish a Naval Base in Yauri, Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a delegation from the Chief of the Naval Staff,

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August 1, 2025

Education·Headlines

Obafemi Awolowo University Debunks Fabricated Dress Code Memo

The administration of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has officially dismissed a memo that has been circulating on social media, purportedly outlining a new dress code for students. In a statement released by the university’s registrar, Mr. K.A. Bakare, the institution clarified that

by News Room

July 31, 2025

News·Headlines·Life & Style

Waka Community International Foundation Makes History with Times Square Billboard Advertisement

Lagos, Nigeria – July 29, 2025 – Waka Community International Foundation, a leading Nigerian non-profit organization, is proud to announce a landmark achievement: it is set to become the first Nigerian organization to independently pay for and advertise on a Times Square

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July 30, 2025

Life & Style·Headlines

World Hepatitis Day 2025: WHO Highlights Urgency for Change in Africa

On this World Hepatitis Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) is shining a light on a crisis that continues to afflict millions across Africa. In a powerful message delivered by Dr. Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, the organization emphasized the

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July 30, 2025

Economy

AFDB commits $1.2m to support Nigeria battery energy storage system

Abuja, July 30, 2025(NAN)The African Development Bank (AFDB) says it has committed 1.2 million dollars grant to support the feasibility study of the Nigeria Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The grant is under AfDB’s under Energy Transition Catalyst Programme Dr Abdul Kamra,

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July 30, 2025

News·Grassroots

Tragedy in Odigbo as Police officer’s son beheads 15-year-old brother

A senior police officer in the Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State experienced a devastating tragedy when his 26-year-old son allegedly beheaded his 15-year-old brother, Emmanuel, in connection with ritual practices. The incident has sent shockwaves through the agricultural community, as

by News Room

July 30, 2025

Education·News

Nigerian Poet Maryam Bukar Hassan Appointed UN Global Advocate for Peace

Maryam Bukar Hassan from Nigeria has been officially appointed as the United Nations’ Global Advocate for Peace. A distinguished spoken word artist, poet, and peace advocate, Ms. Bukar utilizes her artistry to promote gender equality, empower youth, and foster inclusive peacebuilding. She

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July 30, 2025

Grassroots·News

Wild Elephant Claims Farmer’s Life in Itasin-Imobi in Ogun State.

In a heart-wrenching incident that has left the Itasin-Imobi community in Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State reeling, a wild elephant has killed local farmer Musa Kalamu. The tragic event unfolded on Monday, July 28, 2025, when the elephant, believed

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July 30, 2025

Sports

Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Legend and Pop Culture Icon, Passes Away at 71

Clearwater, Florida – In a shocking turn of events, professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has reportedly passed away at the age of 70. Medics were called to his home in Clearwater, Florida, on Thursday morning, where it is believed he suffered cardiac

by News Room

July 25, 2025

News

Starlink apologizes after leaving thousands without internet connection for hours

Elon Musk’s Starlink network has issued an apology following a significant outage that left thousands of users without internet access for several hours. In a statement posted on the company’s official X account at approximately 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, Starlink announced,

by News Room

July 25, 2025

Economy·News

Lagos State Governor Launches ‘Produce for Lagos’ Initiative

In a significant move to bolster food security and strengthen the agricultural sector, Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the launch of the ‘Produce for Lagos’ programme on July 23, 2025, accompanied by a ₦500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund. This initiative

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July 23, 2025

Politics·News

APC Set to Pick New Party Chairman to Succeed Ganduje.

A new National Chairman for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is expected to be appointed during its National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja on Thursday. In June, former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, stepped down from his role as national

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July 23, 2025

Editorial

Remembering Lateef Kayode Jakande: A Beacon of Selfless Leadership

By Yomi Akinfesoye Alhaji Lateef kayode Jakande (LKJ) would have turned 95 years today July 23, 2025 but even in death, one can hardly forget this quintessential politician; a man of character and integrity. As we commemorate the 95th birthday of Alhaji

by News Room

July 22, 2025

News Room

African School Games: Nigeria clinches 6 medals in Badminton

Senate Ad-hoc Committee meets IGP on Crude Oil Theft

Navy to establish base in Kebbi

Obafemi Awolowo University Debunks Fabricated Dress Code Memo

Waka Community International Foundation Makes History with Times Square Billboard Advertisement

World Hepatitis Day 2025: WHO Highlights Urgency for Change in Africa

AFDB commits $1.2m to support Nigeria battery energy storage system

Tragedy in Odigbo as Police officer’s son beheads 15-year-old brother

Nigerian Poet Maryam Bukar Hassan Appointed UN Global Advocate for Peace

Wild Elephant Claims Farmer’s Life in Itasin-Imobi in Ogun State.

Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Legend and Pop Culture Icon, Passes Away at 71

Starlink apologizes after leaving thousands without internet connection for hours

Lagos State Governor Launches ‘Produce for Lagos’ Initiative

APC Set to Pick New Party Chairman to Succeed Ganduje.

Remembering Lateef Kayode Jakande: A Beacon of Selfless Leadership

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