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Matawalle fires back at Lawal over empty treasury allegation

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The Minister of State for Defence and immediate past governor of Zamfara State, Hon. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has pushed back against allegations by his successor, Governor Dauda Lawal, that he left behind an empty treasury. In a press…

Kano Police issues fire safety alert amid heatwave

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The Kano State Police Command has issued a strong public alert urging residents to adopt fire safety measures following a surge in fire incidents across the state. The warning, released on Monday, April 21, 2025, comes amid rising…

Gov Idris sets up committee on power outages in Kebbi

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Kebbi State, Governor Nasir Idris has constituted a high-level committee to investigate and proffer solutions to the persistent power outages affecting residents and businesses. This is in a statement signed by Special adviser on media and…

Ganduje responds to Buba Galadima’s criticism, calls him “failed politician”

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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has fired back at Alhaji Buba Galadima, who recently questioned Ganduje’s political standing. In a response to Galadima’s claims that Ganduje holds…

Police clarify arms smuggling incident involving officer in Abuja

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has denied a viral social media report claiming that a police inspector was intercepted while transporting an AK-47 rifle and 30 rounds of live ammunition to an accomplice in Nasarawa…

Tinubu arrives in Abuja after visit to France

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President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his visit to France. He was received at the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja around 9pm, by some top government functionaries. Presidential…

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China reacts to Gabon presidential election

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China has commented on the victory of Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Gabon’s interim president, who won the first presidential election with 94.85 per cent of the vote. Gabon’s National Election and Referendum Organisation and Coordination…

Russia won’t abandon allies for America’s sake – Official

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A Russian government official, Alexander Alimov, has stated that Moscow will not abandon its allies while resuming talks with the United States. Alimov is the Director of the Foreign Affairs Ministry’s Department for Multilateral…

NPFL: Kano Pillars boss explains why team lost to Enyimba

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Kano Pillars technical adviser, Usman Abdallah, has said the absence of the key trio Ahmed Musa, Shehu Abdullahi and Fahad Usman contributed to the team’s 2-1 defeat to Enyimba. Abdallah stated that the three players missing the Matchday…

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Arson attack: Osun JUSUN condemns burning of Ilesa High Court 2 building

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The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Osun State chapter, has condemned the arson attack on the Osun State High Court 2 building, Ilesa. The condemnation was contained in a communiqué titled: “Re: Burglary and Theft Incidents at the…

EPL: He’ll score more goals – Baptista tells Arteta striker to sign for Arsenal

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Former Arsenal star Julio Baptista has urged manager Mikel Arteta to consider signing Wolves striker Matheus Cunha for the Gunners in the summer transfer window. Baptista believes the 25-year-old would score more goals for Arteta’s side.…

US, Philippines military drills provocative – China

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China has criticised the United States and the Philippines’ annual joint military exercise staged in locations facing the South China Sea and the island of Taiwan. Thousands of troops are participating in the “Balikatan” drill which began…

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s bag stolen with $3,000 in cash

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A bag belonging to Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, was stolen on Sunday night. A DHS spokesperson confirmed to NBC News that the bag contained $3,000 in cash. When asked about Noem carrying such a large amount of cash, the DHS…

Burnley, Leeds confirm promotion back to Premier League

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Leeds United and Burnley have sealed their return to the Premier League. This was confirmed on Easter Monday, following wins in their Championship fixtures. At Elland Road, Daniel Farke’s men raced into a five-goal lead in the first half…

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Vatican reveals cause of Pope Francis’ death

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The Vatican on Monday disclosed that Pope Francis died of a stroke. It stated that Pope Francis fell into a coma after suffering a stroke and ultimately experienced “irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.’’ Dr Andrea Arcangeli, head of…

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EPL: He’s a damaged player – Alan Shearer on Man Utd star

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Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has given his verdict on Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund. Shearer insisted that the 22-year-old is a damaged player, adding that he is not ready to lead the Red Devils’ attacking line. This…

Putin approves 20-year Russia-Iran strategic partnership deal

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President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed a law approving a strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran, following the endorsement of both houses of parliament. Russia’s upper house of parliament, the Federation Council,…

NPFL: Remo Stars focused on title – Ogunmodede

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Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has said that his team won’t be carried away by congratulatory messages as they move closer to clinching the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL title. The Sky Blue Stars defeated Shooting Stars 1…

Nigerian presidents always placate North – Seyi Law

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Popular comedian Oluwaseyitan Aletile, professionally known as Seyi Law, has claimed that most of Nigeria’s previous presidents have always worked to placate the northern part of the country. The comedian made the claim during his recent…

My husband discouraged me from adopting his name – Joke Silva

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Nollywood veteran Joke Silva has revealed why she did not adopt her husband, actor Olu Jacobs’ surname, after they got married. She shared that it was her husband who advised her to retain her maiden name in order to maintain her…

Pope Francis: Okpaleke only Nigerian Cardinal eligible to participate in papal conclave – CBCN

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The Catholic Broadcast Commission of Nigeria, CBCN, has stated that only one cardinal from Nigeria is eligible to participate in the election of a new Pope. According to an unsigned statement posted on the CBCN Facebook page on Monday, His…

2027 Presidency: Bauchi gov, Bala Mohammed’s posters flood city

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Posters promoting Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, for the 2027 presidency have appeared across the streets of Bauchi, bearing the slogan “Kaura for President 2027.” The posters were seen at strategic locations…

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Taraba skating champions receive hero’s welcome after international triumph

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In a heartwarming display of unity and pride, residents of Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, turned out in droves on Monday to welcome home the state’s skating champions following their remarkable performance at an international…

CPPE kicks against Raw Materials Bill

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The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, CPPE, has criticised the proposed Raw Materials Bill currently before the Nigerian National Assembly, which seeks to restrict manufacturers from importing essential raw materials and…

Leverkusen confirms ‘gentleman agreement’ for Xabi Alonso’s exit amid Real Madrid links

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Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has admitted they have a “gentleman’s agreement” with manager Xabi Alonso regarding his potential departure. Carro has stated that the Bundesliga champions would allow Alonso to join one of the clubs he…

Cooper Flagg declares for NBA Draft

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Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg has confirmed he will declare for the NBA Draft. Flagg, long regarded as the presumptive No. 1 overall pick, announced it on Monday. During his freshman season, the 18-year-old averaged 19.2 points, 7…

No jail break in Borstal Training Institute Ilorin – Nigerian Correctional Service

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The Nigerian Correctional Service, Kwara State Command, has dismissed reports of alleged jailbreak on Monday in Ilorin, at the Borstal Training Institute. Reports had alleged that nine inmates escaped from the Ilorin training institute,…

‘He was full of humanity’ – Gov Mbah mourns Pope Francis, consoles Catholic faithful

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Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has joined the rest of the world in mourning the Catholic Pontiff and sovereign of the Vatican City, Pope Francis. Mbah described the late Pontiff as a man full of humanity, a reformer, and humble…

Nigeria’s electricity generation records steady drop – Report

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Nigeria’s electricity generation peak has recorded a steady drop to 4,742.20 megawatts in the past three days. This is according to the National Grid performance report from Thursday, 17 to 19 April 2025. The report showed that electricity…

Adhere to fire preventive measures – Police warn Kano residents

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The Kano State Police Command have urged the public to exercise caution and adhere to preventive measures to mitigate risks of fire outbreaks. This was contained in a press statement signed by the spokesman of the command SP. Abdullahi…