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News·Grassroots

Dr. Tunde Diya Pays Tribute to Awujale of Ijebu Land

Hon. Babatunde Diya, the Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government and son of the late Lieutenant General Oladipo Diya, has expressed profound condolences following the passing of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the esteemed Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland. The revered monarch was

July 17, 2025

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Nigerian Customs Unveils First Female Pilot

History was made as the Nigerian Customs Service announced Deputy Superintendent of Customs (Pilot) Olanike Balogun as its first female pilot, paving the way for resilience and breaking barriers in aviation. Born in Kaduna and a native of Odo-Otin Local Government Area,

by News Editor

December 10, 2024

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Economy: ‘’The Future Looks Bright’’, Tinubu Assures Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu expressed confidence in the country’s economic recovery and urged Nigerians to trust his administration’s reforms. However, inflation levels in Nigeria have reached new highs, driving the cost of basic commodities beyond the reach of millions in Africa’s most populous

by News Editor

December 10, 2024

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COVID-19 Variant XEC Not Present in Nigeria, Confirms Federal Health Ministry

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has clarified that there is no evidence of the strain of the newly detected COVID Variant XEC in Nigeria. The assurance comes as the variant, first reported in Australia, spreads to 29 countries, raising

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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NITDA Alerts Nigerians About Malware Stealing Banking Details

The National Information Technology Development Agency has alerted Nigerians about banking malware, which targets users globally through sophisticated phishing campaigns. The advisory was released by NITDA’s Computer Emergency Readiness and Response Team on Monday. According to the agency, the new version of

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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BREAKING: Court Grants Dele Farotimi N50 Million Bail

Right activist and legal practitioner Dele Farotimi has been granted bail by the Ekiti State Magistrate Court hearing Afe Babalola’s defamation case. The bail conditions stipulate a sum of N50 million and a surety of the same amount, with the surety required

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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Julius Berger Plc Appoints Musa Sheikh as Board Chairman

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has announced that its Chairman, Mr. Mutiu Sunmonu, CON, will step down from the Board of Directors on March 31, 2025, concluding a distinguished tenure. During a Board meeting held on December 5, 2024, Engr. Goni Musa Sheikh

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

News·Politics

Edo 2024 Gov Hearing: Tribunal Holds Inaugural Sitting, Pre-Hearing Session Today

The 2024 Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal is set to commence its inaugural and pre-hearing session, over petitions challenging the Independent National Electoral Commission’s declaration of the APC Governorship Candidate, Monday Okpebholo as the winner of the September 21 governorship election. As

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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Movie Producers Seek Partnership With U.S. Consulate General

The Association of Movie Producers (AMP) on Dec 6th 2024 paid a courtesy visit to the Public Affairs U.S. Consulate General Lagos, with the goal of establishing a partnership and collaboration between the two organizations. Led by National President, Amb. Dr. Queen

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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SGF AKUME TELLS ATIKU, NORTHERNERS TO WAIT UNTIL 2031 FOR THEIR TURN

Senator George Akume has advised Northern politicians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubarkar to wait their turn in 2031, after President Tinubu has served his two terms. Speaking on TVC’s Politics on Sunday program, hosted by Femi Akande, the SGF emphasized that

by News Editor

December 9, 2024

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End of an Era: Assad’s Regime Falls as Rebels Seize Damascus and Promise a New Dawn for Syria

Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year regime, appears to be drawing to a close. Reports indicate that on the morning of December 8, 2024, rebel forces took control of the capital city. The former Ophthalmologist turned dictator was reported to have fled the city of

by News Room

December 8, 2024

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NSIB Opens Probe Into Mid-Air Engine Failure on Abuja-Accra Flight

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an investigation into an incident involving a flight bound from Abuja to Accra that reportedly lost one of its engines mid-air. The incident occurred on December 7, 2024 and according to NSIB officials, the

by News Editor

December 8, 2024

News·Politics

Ghana’s Former President Wins Presidential Election

Ghana’s former president, John Dramani Maham has secured a decisive victory in Ghana’s presidential election, marking a significant political comeback. He made a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account saying “I have, this morning, received a congratulatory call from my brother

by News Editor

December 8, 2024

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Oil Marketers Partner NNPCL for Efficient Yuletide Product Distribution

Oil marketers and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have signed an agreement to ensure the smooth distribution of petroleum products during and after the Yuletide season. This was disclosed by the National Public Relations Officer of the Petroleum Retail Operators Association

by News Editor

December 8, 2024

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France Pledges Increased Support, Collaboration with NDLEA Against Drug Trafficking

The French government has pledged to enhance collaboration and support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the battle against drug trafficking and abuse. This assurance was made by French Police Attaché in Nigeria, Philippe Crespo, during a courtesy visit

by News Editor

December 7, 2024

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Federal Government Issues Alert Over New Covid-19 Variant

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has issued a warning to hospitals to be on high alert and vigilant, following the detection of the new XEC COVID-19 variant. This advisory comes as health authorities

by News Editor

December 7, 2024