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Can democratic socialism work in a country like Nigeria?, By Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu

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Recently, the American political landscape shifted when Zohran Mamdani, the outspoken democratic socialist representing Queens, New York, secured a high-profile victory. His win sparked conversations nationwide about the growing influence of people-centered, justice-driven politics in the United States. Then, the political ground shook again, this time on the West Coast, as Katie Wilson in Seattle, […]

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Retired judge killed in Nigeria with her hands, legs, and mouth tied, Police arrest one

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Delta State Police Command, Nigeria, has arrested one Lucky Matthew and launched a manhunt over the killing of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. The Police Spokesperson for the Delta State Command, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement released on Sunday in Asaba, the state capital. Edafe said: “On November 24, 2025, the DPO of […]

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Nigeria’s Return To The 2014 Nightmare, By Farooq A. Kperogi

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The events and atmospherics of the past few days in Nigeria feel eerily and frighteningly familiar. They are redolent of the disabling instability and helplessness (and more) of 2014 and 2015 when Goodluck Jonathan was president. Three crises are unfolding in near synchrony. One, there’s a resurgence of Boko Haram activities. Two, there’s an alarming […]

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UK turns down Nigeria’s request to transfer Ekweremadu to Nigeria

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British Government has rejected a request by Nigeria to deport the former three consecutive term Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, who is serving a prison term in the United Kingdom for organ trafficking, The Guardian UK reports on Monday. The lawyer cum politician was sentenced to nine years and eight months in 2023 after a […]

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I’m really angry over Christian genocide in Nigeria ―Donald Trump says

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United States President Donald Trump has voiced strong outrage over the alleged Christian genocide taking place in Nigeria. In his latest comments on the issue, Trump stated that thousands of Christians are being killed in the West African country. The US President spoke on a conservative radio program on Friday, as captured by Fox News. […]

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CAN says 227 students and teachers kidnapped from Nigeria’s Catholic school

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Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Chairman, Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has confirmed that 227 people, including teachers and students, were abducted from St Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Niger State. Rev. Yohanna, who doubles as the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, made this known in a […]

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Over 50 students kidnapped from a Catholic school in Nigeria

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It was chaotic in Niger State, Nigeria, after terrorists launched a midnight assault on St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution in the Papiri Community of Agwara Local Government Area, abducting over 50 students and staff five days after Kebbi attack. In the early hours of Friday, terrorists stormed St. Mary’s Papiri Private Catholic Secondary School, […]

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American singer, Nicki Minaj seeks end to Christians killing in Nigeria

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American star singer, Nicki Minaj spoke at a United Nations event in New York, addressing reports of attacks on religious communities in Nigeria. She called for global attention and protection for all people to practice their faith safely, emphasizing unity and peace. Minaj who framed the Nigerian crisis as part of a global issue affecting […]

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Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup dream collapses as Super Eagles fall to DR Congo

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Super Eagles of Nigeria have missed out on qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after falling to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the CAF playoff final on Sunday night. The Super Eagles took an early lead in the early minutes of the first half after Frank Onyeka’s shot was deflected in. Not too […]

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Nigeria beat Gabon 4-1 to boost World Cup qualifying hopes

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Thursday sealed an emphatic 4-1 victory over the Panthers of Gabon in extra time to advance to the next playoff stage of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers at Stade Mohammed V in Rabat, Morocco. Following a goalless first half, Akor Adams broke the deadlock early in the second half, capitalising on […]

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Gym Instructor Impregnates 4 women in Nigeria, 2 married and 2 single

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Nigerian lawyer, Oloye T. D, Esq. @BolanleCole, has shared how a fitness instructor impregnated 2 married women and 2 single ladies in Ogun state, Nigeria. The X post was also shared by Nigerian gossip blog, @instablog9ja, repeating the lawyer’s claim that a gym instructor in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, impregnated four women—two single and two married—sparking widespread […]

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Trump doubles down on his threat to invade Nigeria, orders DOD to get ready

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United States military has reportedly drawn up contingency plans for potential airstrikes in Nigeria following an order from President Donald Trump directing the Pentagon to “prepare to intervene” to protect Christians from terrorists’ attacks, according to The New York Times. In a video posted to Truth Social Wednesday evening, the president doubled down on a […]

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US declares Nigeria ‘country of particular concern’ over Christian genocide claims

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United States President, Donald Trump, has declared Nigeria as a ‘country of particular concern’ in response to allegations of a Christian genocide in the country. Trump announced his decision in a Truth Social post on Friday, which was shared on the White House’s X handle. According to a publication by the Family Research Council in […]

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If a coup happens in Nigeria, who will fight for democracy?, By Abimbola Adelakun

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The Defence Headquarters officially disproved the story of a planned coup in Nigeria, but that has not made it any less believable. The cancellation of Independence Day activities to opt for a “low-key” celebration, which excuses the President from appearing in public, suggests that the media reports might be on to something. Refuting the report, […]

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Young woman commits suicide in Nigeria for finding boyfriend with another woman

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22-year-old Nigerian woman, Odama Mary Agado, has reportedly ended her life over the weekend in Enugu, Nigeria, after discovering her boyfriend was having relationship with another woman. Mary, originally from Woleche-Ipuole, Yahe Ward in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, allegedly ingested a poisonous substance, believed to be sniper, following the emotional shock. […]

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Nigeria missing as IMF lists Africa’s fastest-growing economies

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International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revealed that Nigeria is not among Africa’s fastest-growing economies, as countries such as Benin Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Uganda continue to lead the continent’s growth trajectory in the world. The IMF said the five countries are now among the world’s fastest-expanding economies, buoyed by sustained policy reforms, improved […]

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles will meet Gabon in World Cup play-offs

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Gabon is Nigeria’s opponent in the semi-finals of the African section of the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, following the conclusion of the qualifying group matches on Tuesday. Super Eagles booked their place after a 4–0 victory over Benin on Tuesday, while Gabon confirmed second place in Group F with a 2–0 win against Burundi […]

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Osimhen raises World Cup hope in Nigeria’s 4-0 rout of Benin

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Super Eagles of Nigeria have defeated the Cheetahs of the Benin Republic 4-0 in the decisive 2026 World Cup qualification at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick and second-half goal from substitute Frank Onyeka were enough to give Nigeria three points against Benin in its quest to qualify for the World […]

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