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Two bodies recovered in Baltimore bridge collapse

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Six of the eight-man construction crew are believed to have been killed, with four bodies yet to be found.

Forest fires ravage 19 states in Mexico

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A total of 120 active forest fires have been recorded in Mexico, affecting 7,137 hectares in 19 states, the Mexican government said on Wednesday.

Kuriga children played significant role in rescue efforts – DHQ

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says the level of distress created by the abducted Kuriga school children provided sufficient grounds for the troops to exploit and rescue them.

Onitsha residents protest attempt to demarket Soludo

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Following the video report that a section of the Ochanja road in Onitsha under construction by the Anambra State government was washed away during a downpour, some residents of the area have taken to the street, protesting that it was an…

Police neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue

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The Police Command in Benue has neutralised two notorious bandits in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area (LGA) of the state and recovered arms.

How to prevent another crisis in varsity system — SSANU, NASU, NAAT

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While students in public universities and their parents are still licking the wounds of the industrial actions that rocked public universities in Nigeria in 2020 and 2022, another round of crisis is brewing in the system.

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Senegal President-elect, Bassirou Faye has changed the game – Shehu Sani

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“The new President of Senegal has changed the rule; behind every successful man there are two women."

INEC disowns Labour Party convention

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disowned Wednesday’s Labour Party (LP) National Convention in Anambra.

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[Breaking] Okuama killings: Army declares eight persons wanted [FULL LIST]

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The Nigerian Army has declared Eight persons wanted in connection with the killing of 17 soldiers in the Okuama community in Delta state.

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FG to collect 9 taxes, says FIRS chairman

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The Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS, is to administer not more than nine taxes, the chairman of the agency, Mr. Zacch Adedeji, has revealed.

Ganduje appoints 6 govs to coordinate APC activities in zones

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National Chairman of ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has inaugurated a six-member panel of governors to coordinate activities of the party in the six geo-political zones.

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Tell soldiers to produce abducted FirstNews editor, Segun Olatunji – IPI Nigeria

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The Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to activate the powers of his office as Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces to direct the Chief of…

Okuama killings: Nigeria must tackle the worsening military-civilian conflicts, by Olu Fasan

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THE incessant ambushing and killing of soldiers and policemen by civilian gangs in Nigeria is a sign of anarchy. When soldiers and policemen, symbols of state authority, become frequent targets of civilian attacks, it’s an indication that…

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Vanguard IWD: Women must drive positive change — Oguntola, NSE President

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PRESIDENT of Nigerian Society of Engineers, Engr. Margaret Oguntala, yesterday, challenged women to be determined to drive positive change in the country.

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VFD Group targets SplitXchange for alternative financefinanceVFD Group targets SplitXchange for alternative finance

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VDF Group Plc has stressed the need for increased financing for the entertainment, media and other industries to boost foreign exchange earnings and economic development.

Fears over debt sustainability mounts, jeopardizing CBN’s policy

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Amidst fresh upsurge in public debt, financial and public affairs analysts have expressed fears that Nigeria’s debt service ratio may become unmanageable, while more borrowing is beginning to crowd out private sector funding.

Epileptic power supply: Lekki residents protest, seek EKEDC’s sack

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Residents of Lekki Phase 1 in Eti Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, and Ibeju Lekki LGA have expressed frustration over the epileptic power supply being witnessed in both areas.

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Edo guber: PDP, APC, LP, 13 others beat INEC deadline, nominate candidates

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SIXTEEN of the18 political parties, which conducted primaries for the September 21, 2024 Edo State governorship election, beat the March 24 deadline for the nomination of their candidates on the special portal of the Independent National…

Police nab witch doctor, 25 others linked to snatching of 79 cars in Rivers

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Police in Rivers State have arrested a witch doctor and 25 others suspected to be linked to the snatching of 79 cars in the state.

Abure re-elected LP national chairman, despite NLC’s opposition

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Despite the opposition of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Mr Julius Abure was yesterday re-elected as the national chairman of the Labour Party for a second term by a unanimous affirmation of delegates.

At burial, grieving families of slain soldiers demand justice

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Gloom enveloped the military cemetery in Abuja yesterday as the 17 soldiers killed at Okuama in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State were laid to rest, amid wailing and gnashing of teeth.

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NFIU uncovers IPOB’s cells in 22 countries

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The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, NFIU, has uncovered 27 cells belonging to the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB, in 22 countries across the globe, including the United States of America, United Kingdom of Great Britain and…

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Okuoma: My son was planning to marry before death came – Mother of Corporal Peter

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Mother of Late Lance Corporal Peter Hamman, one of the 17 slain soldiers in Okuoma, has recounted how her late son was planning to get married before his death.

‘Rescued Kuriga children finally reunited with parents’

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By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The rescued schoolchildren from Kuriga in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, have finally been reunited with their parents in Kaduna on Wednesday evening. Secretary to the Kaduna State Government, Dr.…

Tinubu passionate about enhanced healthcare delivery – Shettima

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The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has identified enhanced healthcare delivery as a top priority in the President Bola Tinubu renewed hope administration.

Tinubu forms economic coordination council, names Dangote, Elumelu as members [See full list]

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Presidential Economic Coordination Council (PECC)

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17 parties to feature in Edo governorship election – INEC

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says 17 political parties have fielded candidates for the Sept 21 Edo governorship election.

Okuama: Slain soldiers left behind pregnant widows, 21 orphans – Lagbaja

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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, says the officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army who were gruesomely murdered in Okuama Community in Delta on March 14, left behind 10 widows three of whom are pregnant and 21…

How Mali army killed 13 civilians in drone strikes – Amnesty

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Mali's army has killed at least 13 civilians, including seven children aged between two and 17, in drone strikes in the north of the country, Amnesty International said Wednesday.

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Six people died after Baltimore bridge collapse

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Authorities on Tuesday suspended their search for six people missing after a packed cargo ship slammed into a Baltimore bridge, causing it to collapse and blocking one of the busiest United States commercial harbors.