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Oluwatosin HarunaTwenty-four state Houses of Assembly have approved the proposed constitutional amendment to establish state police in Nigeria, reaching the two-thirds threshold required to advance the reform, according to the latest
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe United States has revoked the visa of Ricardo Roa, former head of Colombia’s state-owned oil company Ecopetrol, as Washington expands restrictions targeting officials and other prominent figures accused of
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TrendsmillPresident Bola Tinubu has appointed former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Yusuf Magaji Bichi, as chairman of the Governing Board of the National Institute for Security Studies
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TrendsmillKano State Governor Abba Yusuf has challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign team to deliver the highest number of votes for President Bola Tinubu in Kano in the 2027
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TrendsmillLagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has warned that publicly displaying large sums of money on social media can expose individuals to harassment and demands for money from street touts. Sanwo-Olu
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TrendsmillA disagreement over the early morning Fajr prayer has ended in a 10-year prison sentence for Ayuba Sani Tumfafi, after a Kano State High Court found him guilty of killing
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TrendsmillThe Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to pursue international climate adaptation funding and urgently strengthen shoreline protection as ocean surges continue to destroy homes and infrastructure in coastal
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TrendsmillPresident Bola Tinubu is expected to commission completed projects at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) on Friday as the institution holds activities marking its 41st convocation ceremony. Tinubu, who is
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Oluwatosin HarunaA bill seeking to strengthen the National Universities Commission’s (NUC) regulatory powers and overhaul accreditation processes in Nigerian universities has passed its second reading in the Senate. Senate President Godswill
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TrendsmillThe Ogun State Government has offered employment opportunities to 52 newly inducted nurses from Chrisland University, Abeokuta, urging them to remain in Nigeria and help strengthen the country’s healthcare system
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TrendsmillThe Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has blamed insufficient international interest in African disease outbreaks for the absence of an approved vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain
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TrendsmillNigeria has secured the right to host the 2028 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) African Championships in Lagos after defeating Tunisia in a vote at the continental governing body’s annual
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TrendsmillNigerians have raised suspicions about the Federal Government’s handling of the country’s first confirmed Ebola case, with some social media users alleging that the health emergency could be used to
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TrendsmillA critical security flaw in a programming language used by a large proportion of the internet has triggered emergency measures across governments and businesses, with cybersecurity experts warning that disruption
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Soviet Union and Yugoslavia disappeared from the world map decades ago, but the political divisions, disputed borders and competing national ambitions left behind by their collapse continue to influence
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TrendsmillEnugu State Governor Peter Mbah has backed President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove petrol subsidy, insisting that Nigeria cannot return to the policy despite calls from opposition politicians for its
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TrendsmillNigeria’s aviation authorities have been directed to prevent 46 people who came into contact with the country’s confirmed Ebola patient from travelling by air for at least 21 days as
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TrendsmillHarry Kane moved within one match of equalling Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League scoring record after netting for Bayern Munich in their 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Wednesday night. The England
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TrendsmillThe Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers has paid tribute to former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, crediting him with promoting peaceful coexistence among the state’s ethnic groups and strengthening relations between
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TrendsmillNigerian comedian and actor Broda Shaggi has recounted how a stray bullet struck him while he was returning from a work assignment, leaving him bleeding, fearing for his life and
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TrendsmillThe National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Bashiru, has questioned former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar’s capacity to address Nigeria’s economic challenges, arguing that his experience in government does
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TrendsmillThe Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has prohibited its personnel from escorting politicians during campaigns for the 2027 general elections, directing officers deployed to campaign venues to concentrate exclusively on
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TrendsmillLionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are set to renew their historic rivalry as football fans vote to determine the greatest Ballon d’Or-winning season in the award’s 70-year history. The special
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TrendsmillThe Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, has suspended academic activities at its School of Post-Basic Psychiatric Nursing indefinitely following the death of a student under controversial circumstances. The decision affects students
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Ogun State Government has intensified surveillance and emergency preparedness following Nigeria’s confirmation of an Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), assuring residents that no infection had been
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Federal Government will begin reclaiming undeveloped oil and gas blocks from October 31, 2026, as the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) moves to enforce the “drill or drop”
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TrendsmillMexico has formally approved Reno Omokri’s appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador, clearing a major hurdle that had delayed his diplomatic posting for several months. The approval was communicated to Nigeria’s Ministry
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TrendsmillThe Chairman of Adron Homes and Properties, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking KOF, has congratulated renowned businessman, Anthony Osibodu, on his coronation as the Bobajiro of Ilishan-Remo, describing the traditional honour
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TrendsmillAdron Homes has inaugurated new executives of the Adron Homes Property Owners and Residents Associations (AHPORA) for the Uptown and Downtown zones of Treasure Park & Gardens Phase 2 Extension,
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Oluwatosin HarunaPortsmouth, United Kingdom | October 2026 A Portsmouth-based entrepreneur, Abayomi Moses Sodiya, has graduated from the University of Suffolk with a Master of Science (MSc) in Public Health, earning a
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Oluwatosin HarunaJPMorgan Chase has moved a step closer to establishing a licensed banking operation in Nigeria after depositing ₦50 billion with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), a major regulatory requirement
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Oluwatosin HarunaAfrica’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has accepted an invitation to appear on Nigerian comedian Isbae U’s YouTube programme, Curiosity Made Me Ask, in a move that could bring the billionaire’s
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Rivers State House of Assembly has reversed its decision declaring the seats of three lawmakers vacant, clearing the way for them to return to legislative duties after apologising for
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Oluwatosin HarunaNigerian military air strikes have reportedly killed 103 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters and destroyed several logistics facilities in Borno and Adamawa states during an eight-day offensive in
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Oluwatosin HarunaBritain’s King Charles III is hosting Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman for a state visit beginning Tuesday, marking the first time in 44 years that a reigning Sultan of
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TrendsmillThe Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has met with farmers and herders in Gwagwalada following reports of renewed violence in Dabiri and Paiko communities, urging both sides to avoid
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TrendsmillNo fewer than 83 students of Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Osun State, are set to graduate with first-class honours as the institution prepares to confer degrees on 1,043 graduands
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TrendsmillOndo State has lost about 400 doctors to migration and other forms of workforce attrition in five years, leaving approximately 500 doctors in public health institutions to serve a population
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TrendsmillThe Osun State Police Command has declared a former factional chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Nurudeen Alowonle, wanted over the killing of Olalekan Oyeyemi, a
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TrendsmillFatai Okoya, a man who identifies himself as the first son of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, has appealed to his father for forgiveness and reconciliation after more than four decades
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TrendsmillNigeria’s naira could strengthen further against the US dollar, with Deutsche Bank identifying the currency as undervalued and adding the country to its frontier foreign exchange monitor. The German lender
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TrendsmillAt least eight Nigerian soldiers have been killed after their patrol vehicle struck a landmine allegedly planted by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Borno State, near the
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Oluwatosin HarunaLyon moved to the top of Ligue 1 after coming from behind to beat Nice 2-1 on Sunday, with Pavel Šulc and Tanner Tessmann scoring in a three-minute spell before
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Oluwatosin HarunaReal Madrid boosted their confidence ahead of next weekend’s El Clasico after Kylian Mbappe scored twice in a commanding 4-1 victory over Sevilla in LaLiga on Sunday. The French forward
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Oluwatosin HarunaArsenal needed a late deflected goal from substitute Noni Madueke to secure a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday, October 18, keeping them within three points of Premier League
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Oluwatosin HarunaOyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has challenged his successor to preserve key institutions established by his administration, warning that dismantling them could weaken governance, security and economic development in the
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TrendsmillNigeria’s insurance companies are awaiting the release of about N300 billion held in escrow accounts as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) begins due diligence to verify the funds following
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TrendsmillPolice operatives have arrested five suspected armed robbers in separate operations in Delta State, recovering two firearms, six rounds of live ammunition and other items, including six mobile phones and
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TrendsmillMotorists and commuters spent more than three hours in traffic along the Benin-Lagos Expressway on Sunday after a major gridlock developed between Ovia Bridge and Okada Junction in Edo State.
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TrendsmillThe Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) has partnered with global design platform Canva to train 5,000 businesses in digital marketing, branding and artificial intelligence (AI), in a programme aimed
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Oluwatosin HarunaA chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Peter Topa, has denied seeking the party’s governorship ticket for the 2027 election, alleging that his name was used
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Oluwatosin HarunaMaritime stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to translate existing shipping policies into practical results, calling for stronger indigenous participation, improved seafarer training and reforms capable of making Nigeria more
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Oluwatosin HarunaNigeria’s oil sector utilised $2.15bn in foreign exchange between January and June 2026, representing an 18.7 per cent decline from the $2.64bn recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, despite
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TrendsmillThe Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, to focus on easing economic hardship rather than
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Oluwatosin HarunaBurkina Faso, Mali and Niger have agreed with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to establish a framework for cooperation, marking a fresh diplomatic effort to rebuild relations
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TrendsmillThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested five suspects and destroyed 7,500 kilogrammes of cannabis, popularly known as skunk, cultivated on three hectares of land in a forest
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TrendsmillThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned Nigerians against accepting parcels or luggage from other people for delivery after intercepting a woman travelling to Saudi Arabia with illicit
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe United Kingdom will ban vape vending machines from October 29, alongside tighter restrictions on the sale and promotion of vaping and nicotine products, as the government steps up efforts
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TrendsmillHarry Kane and Lamine Yamal have emerged as the leading contenders for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, with reports of discussions among voting journalists suggesting the race could come down to
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TrendsmillThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has urged Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to urgently resolve the grievances of striking medical doctors, warning that the industrial action could further disrupt
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TrendsmillChelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone surgery following a serious collision during his side’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton, with the Argentine indicating he hopes to return to action
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TrendsmillCoastal community leaders have urged President Bola Tinubu to reconsider the reported diversion of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway away from parts of the coastline, warning that the change could deprive
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Nigeria Police Force has rescued two kidnapped victims in Kano State, recovered a ₦10 million ransom and neutralised two suspected abductors during security operations conducted across 10 states. The
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TrendsmillResidents of Talasse in Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State are set to gain access to electricity after 17 years without connection to the national grid, following the commissioning
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Oluwatosin HarunaPope Leo XIV has thanked the doctors and surgeons who treated him for lung cancer, jokingly asking whether they had left anything inside him after surgery, as he returned to
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Oluwatosin HarunaTwo senior police officers have been killed and three inspectors injured after attackers armed with explosives raided a police division in Aba, Abia State, in the early hours of Saturday.
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe Enugu State Government has rescued a 16-year-old girl who was banished from her community alongside her father following allegations that he sexually abused and impregnated her, as authorities move
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TrendsmillFormer Senegalese President Macky Sall has withdrawn from the race to become the next United Nations secretary-general after a fresh Security Council poll exposed the difficulty facing candidates seeking support
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TrendsmillThe House of Representatives has threatened arrest warrants against the Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Sani Man Yahaya, and the institution’s Bursar, Aishat Shade Adebayo, if they fail to
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TrendsmillVeteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration despite the economic hardship facing Nigerians, insisting that the country’s problems are not as bad as some people portray
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TrendsmillEkiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has reappointed the Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, retaining three senior officials who served in his first administration
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TrendsmillEight men have been sentenced to eight years in prison each by a Bauchi State court for thuggery and disturbing public peace in Unguwar Dim, Bauchi metropolis, following a police
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TrendsmillNigeria’s tax authority collected N3.70 trillion in August 2026, with petroleum royalties delivering nearly N1 trillion and exceeding the monthly target by N318 billion, according to figures presented at a
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Oluwatosin HarunaMikel Arteta has defended Arsenal’s attacking output despite their limited return from set-pieces this season, insisting that goals carry the same value regardless of how they are scored. “The value
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TrendsmillChelsea captain Reece James faces an extended spell on the sidelines after undergoing successful knee surgery, with manager Xabi Alonso unable to confirm whether the defender will return before Christmas.
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TrendsmillA dispute over who should bear responsibility for the collapse of Nigeria Airways has erupted between Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode, with the two offering
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TrendsmillAlhaji Abdul-Hameed Femi Omotayo, popularly known as OmoOwo, has called on the people of Ogun East to prioritise competence and measurable results when choosing their next senator, saying the district
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TrendsmillTwo senior police officers in Rivers State have been removed from their positions after suspected cultists allegedly renovated a police outpost and visited the facility to celebrate the completion of
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TrendsmillSocial media critic VeryDarkMan has challenged Afrobeats star Davido to stay out of Nigerian politics, accusing the singer of hypocrisy after his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, emerged as
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TrendsmillNollywood actress Aisha Lawal has explained why she keeps her daughter away from social media, saying concerns about online bullying and her painful experience of losing one of her twins
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TrendsmillThe Federal Government has dismissed reports of an impending electricity tariff increase, assuring Nigerians that its immediate priority is to improve power supply rather than raise the cost of electricity.
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TrendsmillAt least 20 people have been injured and about 50 houses damaged after a gas pipeline exploded in Aleto community, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, triggering a fire
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TrendsmillFormer Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has warned that the All Progressives Congress (APC) could face a major setback in the 2027 elections, arguing that the growing number of governors
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TrendsmillNigerian gospel singer ToluwaniSings has died after reportedly slumping and being taken to between seven and eight hospitals in Ibadan, Oyo State, as desperate efforts to save his life proved
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TrendsmillBank of America has been ordered to pay more than $1.2 billion in penalties after US regulators found serious failures in its efforts to prevent financial crime and comply with
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TrendsmillUS President Donald Trump has reversed plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort
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TrendsmillCentral Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso has said Nigeria’s fiscal crisis forced policymakers to explore alternative sources of revenue and foreign exchange, warning that dependence on oil earnings
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TrendsmillThe 32nd edition of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Sports Competition will begin in Kaduna on Friday, October 16, bringing together judicial officers and staff from courts and judicial
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Oluwatosin HarunaPresident Bola Tinubu has said he will skip some All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rallies ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that the demands of governing Nigeria will
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Oluwatosin HarunaBayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has dismissed former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke’s claim that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is unbuildable, citing roads and bridges constructed across the Niger
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TrendsmillPolice in Edo State have arrested four suspected members of a ‘one-chance’ robbery syndicate after a woman was allegedly pushed out of a moving vehicle during a robbery along the
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Oluwatosin HarunaNyesom Wike has drawn a hard line for APC governors ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, warning that they cannot claim victory for President Bola Tinubu nationally if they fail
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Oluwatosin HarunaNigeria’s foreign exchange reserves climbed to $58.81 billion on October 12, moving close to their highest level in nearly 18 years after a sharp increase in the country’s dollar holdings
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Oluwatosin HarunaThe campaign organisations of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) in Oyo State have exchanged accusations over the alleged destruction of campaign billboards belonging to
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TrendsmillTanzania, Kenya and Uganda are developing a joint visa arrangement to make it easier for football supporters to travel between the three countries during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
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TrendsmillThe Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama, accused of negotiating ransom payments for Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) members,
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TrendsmillThe United States Supreme Court will examine whether a Nigerian man who says he was forced to cook for members of a separatist group can be denied asylum on grounds
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TrendsmillThe All Progressives Congress (APC) has established a 155-member Campaign Advisory Council in Kano State, placing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the helm of its campaign structure as the party
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TrendsmillPope Leo XIV has spent a calm first night in hospital after surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung in an operation that confirmed a diagnosis of lung
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TrendsmillThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has given political parties until October 24 to report the omission of their candidates from the final list for the 2027 governorship elections, following
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