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Sorrow as two sisters set to get married same day die by suicide

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Police said the women were rushed to a private hospital by family members after their health deteriorated in the early hours of Saturday. Doctors declared them dead upon arrival.

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Teenager drenches lover’s private parts with sanitiser, sets it ablaze

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The unfortunate woman narrated that the accused poured sanitiser on her private parts, set it on fire and assaulted her with a knife for three days.

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How Gombe varsity student Sammy Samaila lived on liquid for 21 years

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While other students grab rice, bread and other snacks between lectures, Samaila, a 400-level Sociology student at Gombe State University, survives entirely on liquids, sometimes carried in a flask to lectures.

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INEC declares APC’s Ishaku winner of Bwari chairmanship election

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Prof. Mohammed Nurudeen, the Returning Officer for Bwari chairmanship election, who announced the results on Sunday in Bwari, disclosed that Ishaku polled a total of 18,466 votes and therefore declared him the winner.

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Salsa music superstar Willie Colón dies

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The music he would go on to make was heavily influenced by his grandmother, who taught him to speak Spanish and instilled in him a love of the family’s Puerto Rican culture.

FCT poll: PDP’s Kasim wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election

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Prof. Philip Akpeni, the Returning Officer for Gwagwalada chairmanship election, who announced the results of the poll on Sunday in Gwagwalada, disclosed that Kasim of PDP polled a total of 22,165 votes and therefore declared him the…

Odegbami, others shine in novelty match in Imo

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He further scored the winning goal following an exchange of passes by Amokachi and Ikpeba, to seal the victory for the visiting superstars.

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‘It’s a great shame’ – Ireti Kingibe laments voter apathy at FCT council polls

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Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has expressed disappointment over the low turnout recorded during Saturday’s FCT Area Council elections.

Uzuo Arukwe, Bam Bam continue on-screen romance amid dating rumours

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Nollywood actors Uzor Arukwe and Olawunmi Adenibuyan, popularly known as Bam Bam, have continued to spark conversations with their on-screen romance amid growing speculation about her marriage to Tope Adenibuyan.

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Lookman hits target as Atletico overpower Espanyol

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The third goal arrived in the 58th minute when Lookman met a cross with a powerful header that nestled inside the left post, extending Atletico’s lead to 3-1. The Nigerian forward’s movement and timing underlined his growing influence in…

Umahi cracks down on Contractors hoarding FG funds

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The minister also condemned the practice of fixing public funds in banks while seeking fresh disbursements from government, declaring that such conduct would no longer be tolerated under the current administration.

Man. City edge Newcastle to keep pressure on Arsenal

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City took the lead in the 14th minute when Nico O’Reilly latched onto a defence-splitting pass and calmly slotted beyond Nick Pope, rewarding the hosts’ early dominance.

Unstoppable at 41: Ronaldo’s double propels Al-Nassr to the top

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Ronaldo's first goal of the match pushed him past a remarkable threshold: 500 career goals scored after turning 30 years old, a feat that underscores his enduring excellence and defies conventional expectations for players in their fifth…

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Osasuna deliver crushing blow to Madrid’s title bid

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The decisive moment came in the 90th minute. After an initial goal by García was chalked off for offside, Osasuna refused to relent. Raúl Moro squared intelligently inside the box, and García made no mistake with his second opportunity,…

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Borno Assistant Commissioner of Police killed in crash

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The Borno State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday by its Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso.

APC’s Bulabari clinches Assembly Seat in Rivers Bye-Election

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According to the breakdown released at the collation centre, the African Action Alliance (AA) polled 46 votes, the APC secured 7,647 votes, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) garnered 37 votes, the Young Progressives Party (YPP)…

Alleged $1m Theft: Peter admits being co-signatory to P-Square company account

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Peter made the admission at the resume hearing of the trial of Jude by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over an alleged $1m theft.

Ogun distances self from alleged endorsement of Ademorin Kuye as Awujale

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According to the statement, reports circulating in some quarters claimed that the Ifa oracle had selected Prince Kuye and that the state government had backed the purported outcome. The government described the claims as false and…

Dangote’s new plan that could turn Nigerians into oil investors

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Dangote made the disclosure on Saturday while addressing journalists during a tour of the facility by the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Bayo Ojulari, accompanied by members of the…

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Why you should never offend a hungry woman – Teni

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In a now-viral video circulating online, the music star remarked that while people often say a hungry man is an angry man, a hungry woman could be even more intense.

Ogun govt reacts to alleged emergence Ifa oracle selected new Awujale

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Ogun government said that the process for the selection and installation of the next Awujale of Ijebuland will be guided strictly by the applicable laws, established procedures, and recognised traditional customs.

Mary Njoku sends important message to women

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The actress shared the message in a post on her Instagram page, where she emphasised that relying on other people for happiness often leads to disappointment.

Why I can’t survive Ramadan fast – Cardi B

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The outspoken music star made the remark during a recent Instagram Live session, where she addressed Muslims around the world observing the holy month.

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Early FCT results show APC stronghold in presidential villa

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The FCT Area Council elections are being closely monitored by political observers, party agents, and residents, as they determine leadership at the grassroots level within the nation’s capital.

Two dead, seven injured in U.S. mass shooting

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In total, nine adults were shot: one male and one female fatally, one male with life-threatening injuries, and three male and three female with non-life-threatening wounds. Four victims were transported to hospitals by emergency services,…

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Wike Replies Ireti: I didn’t impose FCT curfew without Tinubu’s approval

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Speaking while monitoring the elections in Garki, Karu, Karshi, Wasa, Apo, and Ketti, Wike said: “I never imposed a curfew on my own. I said with the approval of Mr. President. It is unfortunate that this was misunderstood.”

Trump raises Global Tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court Setback

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In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the new levy would replace the previously proposed 10% blanket tariff and would take effect “immediately”.

Kane fires Bayern Munich nine points clear with brace against Frankfurt

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The Bavarian giants took control early at the Allianz Arena, with Aleksandar Pavlović opening the scoring in the 16th minute after firing a volley from outside the box that slipped past Frankfurt goalkeeper Kaua Santos.

Burnley snatch late equaliser to hold 10-Man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

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In the 93rd minute, James Ward-Prowse delivered a trademark corner into the penalty area. Flemming rose highest near the penalty spot and powered a bullet header into the left side of the net, silencing the home crowd and levelling the…

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FG’s revenue reform wins praise from petroleum retailers

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The Executive Order directs that all oil and gas revenues due to the Federation, including royalty oil, tax oil, profit oil, and profit gas, be paid directly into the Federation Account