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Under The Radar: Inside Nigerian military's propaganda campaigns


Peter Obi predicated his appeal challenging the judgement of the PEPC at the Supreme Court on 51 grounds. Read More

CBN confirms Emefiele's resignation, Cardoso takes office as acting governor


Mr Cardoso's nomination one week ago followed the exit of Folashodun Shonubi, whose resignation was not announced until Friday in a statement issued by the bank, having held the post since June.

Another cleric abducted, hours after kidnappers freed Catholic priest


Ms Ugbo, a superintendent of police, said the cleric and his daughter as well as the third victim were abducted at Victory Street, Satellite Town in Calabar Municipality Local Government Area.

U.S. court agrees Chicago State University can delay releasing Tinubu's academic records


At an emergency hearing, U.S. District Judge Nancy Maldonado agreed to delay an order requiring Chicago State University to provide academic documents of President Bola Tinubu.
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Wike revokes lands belonging to Peter Obi, Imoke, BUA, 162 others in Abuja (FULL LIST)


The notice of revocation said the "continued contravention of the terms of development of the Right of Occupancy to wit non-development" prompted the action. Read More

SSANU threatens legal action against proscription in Nigerian university


It, therefore, asked the university to withdraw the proscription and allow the trade union to operate on the campus without hindrance.

Sagamu Killings: SSS arrests Ogun lawmaker as PDP kicks


The PDP condemns the arrest of the lawmaker as an intimidation of the opposition by the governor.

World Bank gives additional $700m for adolescent girls education in Nigeria


According to the World Bank, Nigeria has 12 to 15 million out-of-school children in the school-age group.

Suspected terrorists abduct '24 students' in Zamfara


The police spokesperson, Yazeed Abubakar, confirmed the abduction but said the actual number of the abducted students is unknown.
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Business

How Nigeria can attain energy self-sufficiency – Expert


Tunji Ariyomo says Nigeria will achieve rapid economic development if it attains energy sufficiency.

Nigerian government to partner NGX to boost start-up listings


"We want to prioritise the ability of our technology companies to export products and we are targeting Africa first and then eventually start selling to the rest of the world," said Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy Bosun Tijani.
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Arts and Entertainment

Mohbad: Davido, Falz, Zlatan, others join candlelight procession in Lagos


The candlelight procession started from the Lekki Phase One Gate axis of Lagos, where fans and colleagues converged at 5 p.m.

Stan Nze, Erica, Daniel Etim, others grace 'A Weekend to Forget' premiere [ PHOTOS]


Movie enthusiasts, filmmakers, and actors were treated to an unforgettable experience at the picturesque backdrop of The Good Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos State, where the film premiered.
Opinion

The gates to hell were opened long ago, By Owei Lakemfa


As world attention was turned to the UN stage, Azerbaijan and Armenia went to war in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory which has been the source of unending conflicts since 1988. This time, the war lasted 48 hours, 19 – 20 September. However, before the gathered Heads of State could raise an eyebrow, Russia had moved in to secure a ceasefire. But the crisis remains as Nagorno-Karabakh is peopled by 120,000 Armenians in a territory inside Azerbaijan.

Coups in Africa: Historical antecedents, root causes, and the systemic way out, By Toyin Falola


There is need to address the root causes of these military coups, rechristened as interventions in African states. There is need for holistic approaches that will result in proactive measures to mitigate the issues and usher Africa into a new era of evolution and growth that will banish military coups and regimes as relics of history.

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Even those who may not be avid sports enthusiasts are undoubtedly familiar with the names Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Victor Osimhen.

Winners emerge in NCDMB national essay competition as Board harps on value addition


The annual essay competition is one of several initiatives of the NCDMB designed to benefit the youth segment of the Nigerian population

Infinix wins big at 2023 Marketing Edge Awards


Infinix receives deserved recognition for developing the mobile gaming eco-system in Nigeria.

Sports

Europa League Round-up: Victor Boniface, other Nigerians shine


The Nigerian striker scored a goal and also provided an assist in the dominant display by Xabi Alonso's men.

-Table Tennis: Nigerian couple, seven others secure qualification for Paris Paralympic Games


From the 14 tickets available to Paris at the continental showpiece, Nigeria claimed nine while Egypt picked five as the two nations continued their dominance in Africa.

Fact Checker

MISLEADING! Picture of China bridge used to represent Banjul-Barra's


Claim: A Facebook user shared an image, stating that it is the proposed architectural design of the Banjul-Barra bridge.

People living with disabilities and Liberia's 2023 elections


As Liberia draws closer to its presidential and legislative elections, measures are being implemented by the National Elections Commission (NEC) to make it easier for People Living with Disabilities (PLWD) to cast their ballots.

Health

Diphtheria worsening in Borno, Bauchi, Kano States – MSF


The international health organisation said thousands of people have been infected and hundreds of others have died from the disease.

Nigerian govt develops national policy on patient safety


The policy is in line with resolution 18 of the 55th World Health Assembly which called for member states to recognise the burden of patient safety and to set up policies to manage them.
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