‘You Can’t Shut Me Down’ — Oshiomhole, Ndume Clash During Reno Omokri’s Ambassadorial Screening

Oshiomhole–Ndume clash erupts during Reno Omokri screening. Senator Oshiomhole insists lawmakers who weren’t governors must “listen.” Senate applies “bow and go” tradition for top nominees. Some senators oppose Omokri’s nomination,…

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FULL LIST: Super Eagles Release Final 28-Man Squad for AFCON 2025

Super Eagles AFCON 2025 squad includes top stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Head coach Eric Chelle mixes experienced players with exciting new call-ups. Stanley Nwabali leads the goalkeeping department…

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Cost of 5kg Cooking Gas Jumps to N8,081 in October — NBS

NBS: 5kg cooking gas price rises 26% to N8,081 in October Borno, Yobe, Ondo record highest prices; Bauchi the lowest 12.5kg cylinder price climbs to N18,636 amid PENGASSAN strike The…

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Dangote Launches Historic N1trn Scholarship Scheme for 1.3m Nigerian Students

Dangote announces N1trn scholarship for 1.3m students nationwide FG hails initiative as Nigeria’s biggest private-sector education intervention Scheme offers STEM, technical and girls’ scholarships from 2026 Africa’s richest man and…

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BREAKING: Senate Clears Omokri, Fani-Kayode as Ambassadors

Senate clears Reno Omokri despite earlier objections and controversy. Femi Fani-Kayode cleared with traditional “bow and go” privilege. Senate says privilege reserved for those with verifiable public service records. Screening…

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JUST IN: Bayelsa Deputy Governor Ewhrudjakpo Dies at 60

• Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo collapses in office, later dies in hospital • Rushed to Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, but could not be revived • Served as Bayelsa Deputy Governor since…

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US Warns Nigeria Loses $1.8bn Annually to Cybercrime

• Nigerian-linked fraud costs $1.8bn yearly, mostly US victims • US report ranks Nigeria fifth globally in online fraud • Calls for stronger cybercrime prevention, law enforcement reform The United…

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Nigerian Man Arrested After Attempting to Hide Between Aircraft Tyres to Escape to US

Nigerian stowaway caught hiding near aircraft tyres at Ilorin Airport. Suspect believed the Overland flight was heading to the United States. Airport security intercepted him before takeoff. Incident raises concerns…

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Victor Osimhen Makes History as First Nigerian to Win Türkiye Sportsman of the Year

Victor Osimhen becomes the first Nigerian to win Türkiye Sportsman of the Year. Award presented at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year ceremony in Istanbul. Recognition follows his…

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Otuaro to Chair 2025 Ijaw Media Conference as Igali, Eradiri Lead Major Presentations

Dr Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, has been confirmed as chairman of the 2026 Ijaw Media Conference. This was contained in a statement signed by the duo…

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