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Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra Signals a New Era for Premium Smartphones in Nigeria

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Infinix has officially launched the NOTE 60 Ultra in Nigeria, reinforcing its strategic push into the premium smartphone segment through a series of high-impact partnerships spanning design, technology, and retail. The launch event brought…

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2027: Bauchi Governor ‘Laments Vague Supreme Court Verdict’ On PDP Crisis

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Declares Senate bid Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has said the recent Supreme Court judgement on the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has prevented all factions from taking over the leadership control of the party.…

It Was Easy — Carter Efe Boasts After Defeating Portable in a Boxing Match

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Content creator and streamer Carter Efe has described his victory over singer Portable in a celebrity boxing match as an easy feat. Carter Efe defeated the former champion, Portable, at the Chaos in the Ring 4 event held at the Balmoral…

CAMA 2020: CSOs Challenge CAC’s Powers Over Constitutional Breaches

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Civil society groups have insisted on legally challenging provisions of the Company and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020, which they believe violate the right to fair hearing as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. Global Rights in…

Firm Commits To Youth-Led Innovation, Economic Opportunity

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Acknowledging a generational shift in how young Nigerians interact with brands, MTN Nigeria said it is fueling youth-led innovation built on ownership rather than intrusion. The telco said the approach ties cultural expression to real…

Northern Ireland To Play Guinea In June Friendly a

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Northern Ireland will play Guinea on Thursday, 4 June in an international friendly in Spain. The game will be played at the Estadio Ciudad de La Linea in the Province of Cadiz, with the kick-off time to be confirmed at a later date. In the…

Injured Salah Will Return For Farewell Anfield Ovation-Slot

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Mohamed Salah will play again this season, insisting the departing Egyptian “deserves a proper farewell” from Anfield. Salah, who is set to leave the club when the campaign ends, sparked fears…

EPL: Guardiola Dismisses Fixture Congestion, Says No Excuse In City Title Chase

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Pep Guardiola has made it clear that Manchester City will not hide behind a congested fixture schedule if they ultimately fall short in the Premier League title race. With the season entering its decisive phase, the City manager stressed…

Sinner Beat Fils To Reach Madrid Open Final

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Jannik Sinner has become the youngest man to reach the final of all nine Masters 1000 tournaments after swatting aside Arthur Fils at the Madrid Open. The world No 1 follows Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in completing the…

Benue Head Of Service, Agbogbo Ode, Dies

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The Benue State Government has announced the death of its Head of Service, Dr. Agbogbo Ode, describing his passing as a major loss to the state’s public service. In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Serumun…

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Carter Efe Defeats Portable in Celebrity Boxing Match

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Popular content creator and streamer Carter Efe has won his boxing match against singer Portable. The fight took place on Friday night at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos. The match, which lasted three rounds, was decided by three judges,…

Nollywood Legend Oby Kechere Passes Away After Illness

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The Nigerian movie industry is in mourning following the death of popular actress and director Oby Kechere. The Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) confirmed the news on Friday, stating that the actress passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026,…

She Stayed Strong Through Pain — Banky W Speaks on Wife’s Fertility Struggle

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Popular singer and pastor Bankole Wellington, known as Banky W, has praised his wife, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, for her strength during their difficult journey to conceive. Speaking on the Teju Babyface Show, Banky W described watching his…

Glasgow 2026: Thompson-Herah Sets Sights On Defending 100m,200m Titles

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Five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah aims to have “fun” after confirming she will defend her Commonwealth 100m and 200m titles at Glasgow 2026. The Jamaican sprint star became the first woman to win back-to-back Olympic sprint…

Industry Stakeholders Commend Nomination Of Tegbe As Power Minister

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The nomination of Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has drawn widespread commendation from stakeholders across Nigeria’s business and policy landscape, with many describing the move as a strategic…

Rising Electrification Demand Drives AC-DC Market Prediction To $11.39bn

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The rising electrification demand has been identified as a major driver accelerating the growth of the AC-DC cable assembly market. Following the growth trend the global AC-DC cable assembly market is predicted to increase from USD 6.30…

ExxonMobil Announces $4.2 Billion Earnings In Q1, 2026

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Oil major Exxon Mobil Corp. has reported first-quarter 2026 earnings of $4.2 billion, as its global operations defied regional crises. According to the results earnings totaled $4.9 billion excluding identified items, and $8.8 billion when…

Nigeria’s Oranto Petroleum Loses Bid To Renew Oil Deal In Sudan

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Government of South Sudan has turned down request by Nigerian oil firm, Oranto Petroleum to renew the Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) held by a for Block B3. The country’s Petroleum Ministry said this citing work…

OPEC To Highlight Africa Oil Producers Significance At 2026 AEW

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As global oil markets begins key transformation characterized by a reduced reliance on Middle East supply due to intense regional conflict and a shift in market power away from traditional OPEC structures, African oil producers are set to…

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May Day Without Meaning: The Silence Of Empty Pockets

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By Comrade Lamara Garba Every year, on the first of May, the world pauses to honour labour. It is a day known globally as International Workers’ Day, a symbolic tribute to the dignity of work and the sacrifices of workers across…

‘We Are Partners In Progress,’ Uba Sani Hails Kaduna Workers

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Governor Uba Sani has said that the Kaduna Light Rail Project which was approved by the Federal Executive Council on Thursday will complement his administration’s efforts at easing transportation on workers. The Governor who thanked…

Workers’ Day: Alli Salutes Workers, Demands Fair Wages

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The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has hailed Nigerian workers as pillars of progress, urging bold reforms that prioritise welfare, fairness and dignity. The lawmaker, in a…

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Dashcam Observer Effect

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A couple of weeks ago, I left home early for an appointment on a Friday afternoon. Being mindful of Muslim Jumat prayers, I wanted to beat the traffic, but the rush at the Kado-Life Camp roundabout had other plans. A broken-down truck had…

FIFA U-20 WWCQ: Falconets Brace For Make-or-Break Battle Against Malawi

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The stage is set for a tense, high-stakes showdown in Ikenne as Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, prepare to lock horns with Malawi in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.…

BAL 2026: Maktown Flyers Must Fix Defense To Beat Club Africain – Adekoya

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Ahead of their pivotal Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2026 Sahara Conference matchup against Club Africain this weekend, Maktown Flyers star Jawad Adekoya has pinpointed the key areas his team must sharpen to get back to winning ways. The…

President Federation Cup Playoffs Kick Off May 6

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced that the playoff round of this year’s President Federation Cup will commence on Wednesday, May 6, marking the long-awaited start of the country’s oldest domestic football…

We Are Focused On Winning 2027 Election – Rivers ADC

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has said that with the outcome of the judgement of the Supreme Court, restoring the leadership of Senator David Mark, its focus is now on winning the 2027 general election. The ADC…

Labour Urges Govt To End Insecurity, Clear Workers’ Salary Arrears

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The Organised Labour in Cross River State has called on state and federal governments to take urgent steps to address insecurity, unpaid entitlements and stalled promotions. The call came during the 2026 Workers Day celebration held on…

Group Decries Imbalance In Edo South Representation

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A group, the Fair Representation Initiative for Edo South (FRIES), has released its first assessment update on the 2027 Edo South Senatorial race, highlighting concerns over long-standing marginalisation of some local government areas…

Fubara Lauds Promotion Of Industrial Harmony In Rivers

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Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has lauded the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and all affiliate unions in the state for choosing dialogue rather than confrontation in resolving labour disputes,…