68 Nigerian soldiers face court martial in Sokoto

The 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Sokoto, Nigeria, has arraigned 68 soldiers for various offenses before a general Court Martial sitting at Giginya Barrack in the state. Declaring the court martial open, the General Officer Commanding 8 Div, Major-General Uwem Bassey said the session was convened due to the urgent need of posting and […]

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Boom, App that can help send Money without a Bank App goes live in Nigeria

BOOM, THE NEW SOCIAL E-COMMERCE PLATFORM THAT ENABLES EVERYBODY TO BUY, SELL AND PAY FOR EVERYTHING ONLINE, WITHOUT A BANK ACCOUNT ANNOUNCES THAT ITS APP IS NOW LIVE AND AVAILABLE TO ALL NIGERIANS. Boom is on a mission to enable financial inclusion for all Nigerians by taking its e-commerce without banking solution to the masses. […]

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Women allegedly murdered by alleged serial killer medical doctor, identified (Photos)

Facebook user, Rahmheart Idris Rahmat has mourned one of the women who was allegedly murdered by the Chief Medical Director at Kaiama General Hospital, Kwara State, Nigeria, Dr Adio Adeyemi Adebowale. Reports say, the suspect described above, who hails from Offa LGA of Kwara State, was arrested for allegedly killing a cab driver, Emmanuel Yobo […]

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PDP members drag Party leadership before EFCC over alleged bribery

As some party members have dragged its leadership before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of misappropriation of funds, among others, there is no end in sight yet for the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Under the aegis of the Forum of PDP Candidates and Aspirants for 2023 Elections, the […]

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Nigerian govt registers two new University-based academic unions, presents certificates

Having formally registered the unions, the Nigerian government has hence presented certificates of the registration to two more academic unions of universities in Nigeria. The two new unions are the Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA), and the Congress of Nigerian University Academics (CONUA). “These associations will exist side by side with ASUU […]

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My husband suffered from PTSD for many years ―Aisha Buhari

The First Lady, Mrs Aisha Buhari, yesterday, disclosed that President Muhammadu Buhari, unknown to many people, suffered Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for many years, following his involvement in Nigeria’s civil war without rehabilitation, his overthrow as military head of state, and subsequent detention for 40 months without being charged with any offence. Aisha said […]

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Man shoots younger brother dead, testing potency of bullet-proof charm in Nigeria

Police operatives in Kwara state, on Sunday, October 2, were in search of one Abubakar Abubakar over the killing of his 12-year-old brother, Yusuf Abubakar, both sons of one Abubakar Abubakar a hunter in Dutse Gogo town via Kaiama. According to the police, preliminary investigation shows that the fatal incident happened while Abubakar was testing […]

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As Fr. Mbaka is removed from Adoration Ministry, his supporters attack the new priest and replacement (Video)

Members of Adoration Ministry Enugu, Nigeria, (AMEN) protested after Fr. Mbaka was removed from Adoration Ministry and sent to a monastery while another priest was brought to replace him. On Sunday,  October 2, Rev. Fr. Anthony Amadi was introduced as a replacement for Mbaka but members revolted and refused to accept any priest to replace Mbaka. […]

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After coup, Burkina Faso junta leader flees to Togo

Burkina Faso’s military junta leader, Lieutenant-Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba resigned from his position and fled to Togo on Sunday October 2, two days after army officers announced his ouster in a coup that sparked internal unrest and international condemnation. Damiba’s departure was confirmed by two diplomats who spoke to The Associated Press (AP) on condition […]

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Policeman who rejected $200,000 bribe honoured by ICPC

Nigeria’s Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) on Tuesday honoured a Superintendent of Police, Daniel Amah, with the 2022 Public Service Integrity Award. Amah was honoured for rejecting the sum of $200,000 to drop a robbery case, and following up with investigations until the culprit was prosecuted. The award was part of […]

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Footballer slumps, dies on the pitch in Lagos

A yet-to-be identified man slumped and died while playing football at a Football Ground, in Lekki area of Lagos State, Nigeria. Spokesperson of the State Police Command (PPRO), SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident on Monday, October 3, said that officers from Maroko police division brought in the information on Friday. He added that […]

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Woman suffers injuries while trying to outrun two rapists (Photo)

A woman was fortunate to escape two rapists who tried to attack her the previous night. The survivor took to Twitter to share her story. She revealed that two men attempted to rape her but she was able to outrun them. She also shared a photo of her legs, dusty and bleeding, following the chase. After […]

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Suicidal Nigerian lady now stable, receiving treatment at the hospital ―Family, friends say

The young Nigerian woman, Onwuzuruike Chidera, who posted suicidal notes on Facebook is currently receiving treatment at the hospital. Chidera, who is said to be battling depression, had on Sunday, October 2, posted the notes on her Facebook wall, saying that “they are here to take her home” Her friend, Chukwudi Iwuchukwu, confirmed the latest […]

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N17bn assigned for preventing oil theft diverted ―Falana

Lagos lawyer and human rights activist, Femi Falana SAN, has alleged that about N17bn allocated to stop oil theft has been  diverted While delivering his goodwill message in Lagos State Thursday, Falana also stated that the Ministry of Niger Delta ought to be under the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and not the other way […]

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Group organises ‘ObiDatti’ rally in London to ensure credible 2023 polls

Nigerians from different parts of the United Kingdom (UK) gathered in London on Saturday to celebrate Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Anniversary. The celebration also saw the crowd march in support of Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections. A statement by Asa Blessing-Chijekwu, Global Head, Press, Peter Obi Presidential Global Network […]

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I have not withdrawn from 2023 presidential race ―Tinubu

Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has denied withdrawing from the race to 2023 election. Tinubu posted a short video of himself on a treadmill on Sunday evening, in a bid to debunk rumours making the rounds. The former Lagos State Governor wrote alongside it: “Many have said I have […]

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President Buhari’s speech on Nigeria’s 62nd Independence anniversary (Full text)

Below is the full text of President Buhari’s speech on Nigeria’s 62nd independence anniversary: “Fellow Nigerians, I address you today, with a deep sense of gratitude to God and a high level of appreciation to all Nigerians whose tremendous goodwill gave me the opportunity to provide leadership for our great country at one of the […]

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Photos, more details of the persons killed alongside singer Chop Boii in Abuja, released

The other two victims who were brutally murdered alongside singer Chop Boii and the UNICROSS female student in Abuja, Nigeria, have been identified and their photos released. Chop Boii was at his producer’s house alongside others, including the producer Beerollings, the producer’s girlfriend Blessing, and a DJ named Gwezi, when they were attacked and killed. […]

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Court nullifies nomination of Osun state governor, Isiaka Oyetola, his deputy as APC candidates in the July election

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, Nigeria, has nullified the nomination of Governor Isiaka Oyetola and his Deputy Governorship candidate, Benedict Alabi on the grounds that Governor Mai Mala Buni who submitted their names to INEC,  violated the provisions of Section 183 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Section 82(3) […]

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UNICROSS female student, Blessing Udie murdered alongside Nigerian singer, Chop Boii and two others, her friends mourn

One of the four persons brutally murdered in Abuja has been identified as Blessing Kona Udie, a 400-level Microbiology student of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Calabar, Nigeria. The undergraduate and three others including a musician, Anpe Pankyes, better known by his stage name, Chop Boii, were hacked to death by unknown assailants […]

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