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Wike to Speak at OAU’s Prestigious Personality Lecture

Ile-Ife, Osun State — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been scheduled to deliver the highly regarded Distinguished Personality Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Thursday, June 6, 2025. The event, themed “Nigeria of Our Dreams,” is set to take place at the iconic Oduduwa Hall on the university campus […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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Court Grants Substituted Service in Natasha’s N100bn Suit

Abuja, FCT — A High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory has granted an order for substituted service in the ongoing ₦100 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The court’s decision came after Akpabio failed to appear in court on May 7, 2025, prompting legal counsel to […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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FG, UNICEF to train 20 Million Youth in Digital by 2030

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has deepened its partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to digitally empower no fewer than 20 million young Nigerians by the year 2030, reaffirming its commitment to youth-focused innovation and inclusive development. The renewed commitment was confirmed during a high-level meeting in Abuja, where Vice President Kashim […]

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NiMet Predicts Widespread Thunderstorms and Rains Across Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast a three-day spell of thunderstorms and rains across various parts of the country, starting Monday, June 2. In a statement released in Abuja on Sunday, NiMet outlined its weather outlook covering the northern, central, and southern regions of Nigeria. According to the Agency, morning thunderstorms […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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 AI Deepfake Plot to Discredit Emir Sanusi Foiled

Kano, Nigeria — A disturbing plot aimed at tarnishing the image of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, through the use of advanced artificial intelligence technology has been uncovered by digital forensic experts. According to preliminary findings, the conspiracy involved the creation and planned circulation of a deepfake video—a hyper-realistic AI-generated clip designed to […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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NAPTIP Reschedules Darlington’s Appearance Over Allegations

Abuja, Nigeria — The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has issued a new summons for Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, directing him to appear at its office on Monday, June 2, after failing to honour an earlier invitation. The agency had initially called on the artist to report on May 30, […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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Tinubu to Commission part of Lagos-Calabar Highway, Today

Lagos — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to commission a completed segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway today, marking a significant milestone in one of his administration’s flagship infrastructure initiatives under the Renewed Hope agenda. According to a statement issued by Barr. Orji Uchenna Orji, the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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Reps Threatens Licence Revocation for Defaulting Quarry.

Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals has issued a stern warning to quarry operators across Nigeria, threatening to recommend the revocation of licenses for companies flouting legal and regulatory obligations. At a Thursday investigative hearing into the operations of mining firms, Committee Chairman Hon. Jonathan Gaza Gbefwi, who represents Keffi/Karu/Kokona […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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Kenyan Literary Giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Passes Away at 87

Nairobi, Kenya — Celebrated African novelist, playwright, and academic, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, has died at the age of 87, his family confirmed on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The announcement was made by his daughter, Wanjiku wa Ngugi, via a heartfelt message on Facebook. In her tribute, she wrote: “With profound sorrow, we share the news […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola

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Reps Demand Immediate Release of Abducted Bonny, Bille Passengers

Abuja, Nigeria— The House of Representatives has called for the swift and unconditional release of 18 individuals kidnapped by sea pirates en route to Bonny Kingdom, Rivers State. The demand was made during Tuesday’s plenary session following a motion of urgent public importance raised by Hon. Cyril Hart, a lawmaker representing Rivers State. Addressing the […]

Author Avatar Enoch Odesola