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Sombre Easter As Over 150 Residents Slain In Plateau, Benue
Opposition arrowheads Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have criticised the Tinubu administration over failure to tackle the security crisis. The post Sombre Easter As Over 150 Residents Slain In Plateau, Benue appeared first on Channels Television.
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Easter attacks in Benue: Death toll rises to 56 as Gov. Alia begs FG for support
Gov Hyacinth Alia of Benue has confirmed that 56 bodies have been recovered in Ugondo, Logo and Tyuluv, Gbagir in Ukum LGAs following the coordinated attacks on the communities by terrorists.
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‘No more kids for now, Chioma to focus on career,’ says Davido
The couple welcomed a set of twins – male and female – in 2023 after losing their three-year-old son Ifeanyi in a swimming pool accident in 2022. The post ‘No more kids for now, Chioma to focus on career,’ says Davido appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Peter Obi’s ‘poster boy’ arrested for alleged crimes– Police
The Police Command in Lagos State says Peter Obi’s poster boy was remanded for committing various offences in the Amukoko area of the state. The boy, 18, became popular during the 2023 presidential election for standing in front of the Labour Party candidate, Peter Obi’s convoy. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, clarified a statement […] The post Peter Obi’s ‘poster boy’ arrested for alleged crimes– Police appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigerians Behind CBEX Scam Unveiled
As Nigerian investors in the crashed Ponzi cryptocurrency platform, CryptoBridge Exchange – CBEX continue to gnash their teeth over their losses, Nigerian promoters of the pyramid scheme have been exposed. Although subject to confirmation, an estimated N1.3 trillion was believed to have disappeared when the fraudsters crashed the platform on Monday, days after investors were […]
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PDP, LP, others are dead; only APC exists: Umahi boasts
“The greatest honour is continuous support for the president and commitment to complete projects in the region,” Umahi stated.
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Serie A: McTominay Late Strike Against Monza Keeps Napoli In Title Hunt
April 19, (THEWILL) – Napoli moved level on points with Serie A leaders Inter Milan following a 1-0 victory over relegation-threatened Monza on Saturday. The away win was decided by Scott McTominay’s second-half header, his ninth league goal of the 2024/2025 campaign. The match remained goalless throughout the first half, with Monza creating several opportunities. […] The post Serie A: McTominay Late Strike Against Monza Keeps Napoli In Title Hunt appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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EPL: Watkins Stars As Villa Close Gap On Newcastle In UCL Race
April 19, (THEWILL) – Aston Villa delivered a commanding performance against Newcastle United, winning 4-1 at Villa Park and narrowing the gap in the UEFA Champions League qualification race to just two points. The home team established dominance immediately when Ollie Watkins found the net after only 33 seconds, his strike deflecting off Fabian Schar […] The post EPL: Watkins Stars As Villa Close Gap On Newcastle In UCL Race appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Husband, wife die as truck crushes tricycle in Ondo
An accident that occurred at the weekend in Akure, Ondo State capital, has claimed the lives of three persons, among whom was a couple. The fatal accident involving a truck and commercial tricycle occurred at the Itagbanja axis, Oke-Aro, along The post Husband, wife die as truck crushes tricycle in Ondo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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NPFL: Edo Govt commends Bendel Insurance’s performance
The Edo State government has praised Bendel Insurance for their impressive performances in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, offered the commendation during an unannounced visit to the team’s training session. Enabulele encouraged the team to aim for a continental spot, given their […] NPFL: Edo Govt commends Bendel Insurance’s performance
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‘They Slapped Me Until I Lost My Hearing’, Woman Tells Story Of Alleged Abuse, Assault By Katsina Hisbah
‘They Slapped Me Until I Lost My Hearing’, Woman Tells Story Of Alleged Abuse, Assault By Katsina Hisbah By Hafsat Bello Bahara A young woman, Hauwa’u Lawal Sulaiman, has alleged that she was brutally assaulted and abused by operatives of the Katsina State Hisbah Board following an altercation with the officer-in-charge of operations, identified as […]
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Photos: Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux exchange vows in white wedding 
The highlight of the celebration was the couple’s exchange of vows, which was met with loud cheers and applause The post Photos: Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux exchange vows in white wedding  appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu Felicitates Women Affairs Minister At 45
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of Women Affairs, Ms Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, on her 45th birthday anniversary. President Tinubu, in a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday, celebrated Ms Sulaiman-Ibrahim on the milestone and described her as a reform-minded and results-driven public servant whose leadership has brought renewed clarity and vigour to […]
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Nigerians are dying — Tinubu is nowhere to be found – Atiku
Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s worsening security situation, accusing him of absence and indifference in the face of national tragedy. The post Nigerians are dying — Tinubu is nowhere to be found – Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Shettima sues for political tolerance in Kano
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called for political tolerance in Kano amid strong rivalry between the ruling New Nigerian Peoples Party The post Shettima sues for political tolerance in Kano appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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How Soludo’s govt fought insecurity in Anambra, liberated nine LGAs – Official
Mr Soludo was sworn-in as governor of Anambra State on 17 March 2022. The post How Soludo’s govt fought insecurity in Anambra, liberated nine LGAs – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How gospel singer Big Bolaji died at 50
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju, affectionately known as ‘Big B’,” the statement read. “Bolaji left us on Easter Saturday, 19th April 2025, after a brief illness. His departure leaves a void in our hearts that cannot be filled.”
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KCCM Honours AA Zaura With Leadership Excellence Award
The Kano Concerned Citizens Movement (KCCM), a non-partisan group of intellectuals and professionals committed to good governance and social development, has conferred its prestigious Leadership Excellence Award on Kano State-born philanthropist and chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, popularly known as AA Zaura. AA Zaura, President of the AA Zaura […]
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Makinde Seeks Prayer For Nigeria At Easter
Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has rejoiced with Christians in the state and across the country on the occasion of the resurrection of Jesus Christ marked at Easter. Governor Makinde charged them to use the occasion marking the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ to pray for the country and its leaders. […]
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Brother tackles Fayose for endorsing Oyebanji
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the People Democratic Party (PDP) Emmanuel Fayose has strongly criticised his brother, former Governor Ayo Fayose for endorsing Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second The post Brother tackles Fayose for endorsing Oyebanji appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu celebrates Minister at 45
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent felicitations to the Minister of Women Affairs, Ms Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, on her 45th birthday, praising her as a dynamic reformer and a passionate advocate The post Tinubu celebrates Minister at 45 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Netanyahu vows to return hostages without giving in to ‘Hamas dictates’
"I believe we can bring our hostages home without surrendering to Hamas's dictates," Netanyahu said, in his first comments since Hamas, seeking a permanent end to the Gaza war, rejected a new truce proposal from Israel. The post Netanyahu vows to return hostages without giving in to ‘Hamas dictates’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Easter: Mutfwang Preaches Peace, Urges Christians To Emulate Christ
Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has congratulated the Christians across the world on the occasion of the Easter celebration, callung on them to embrace peace and emulate Jesus Christ. Governor Mutfwang noted that the celebration commemorates Christ’s redemptive sacrifice and His triumph over sin and death. Mutfwang, in his Easter message signed by his […]
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Indian caught moving $2 million in cash out of Zambia
Zambian customs officials said on Saturday they had arrested an Indian national who had attempted to smuggle more than $2 million in cash and gold worth $500,000 through the country's main airport. The post Indian caught moving $2 million in cash out of Zambia appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Easter: Amaechi fumes over insecurity, 'senseless' killings in Nigeria, tells Tinubu what to do
In his Easter message, ex-Governor Rotimi Amaechi criticised the President Tinubu-led administration over rising insecurity, killings in some states within Nigeria.
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Another round of anti-Trump protests hits US cities
Thousands of protesters marched Saturday in New York and other cities across the United States for a second major round of demonstrations against Donald Trump and his hard-line policies. The post Another round of anti-Trump protests hits US cities appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos Rotaract Club To Use Fashion To Raise Awareness On Sickle Cell, Cancer, HIV/AIDS, Polio
One of the Rotaract Clubs in Lagos State, the Rotaract Club of Omole Golden, will on April 25 and 26, hold series of events to raise awareness of the public to health issues like sickle cell disorder, cancer, HIV/AIDS and polio. The two-day programme titled “Catwalk for a Cause: Fashioning Awareness” will focus on raising […]
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Odion Ighalo gives condition to finish career in NPFL
Al Wehda striker Odion Ighalo has expressed his willingness to conclude his football career in the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL, provided certain conditions are met. Ighalo began his professional journey with Prime FC (later renamed Osun United) before moving on to Julius Berger FC. He then signed for Lyn in Norway ahead of the […] Odion Ighalo gives condition to finish career in NPFL
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Sule will construct Dari, Bassa road before 2027- Speaker
The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, has assured the people of the Bassa community in the Kokona Local Government Area that Gov. Abdullahi Sule would construct the Dari/Bassa road before 2027. The Speaker said The post Sule will construct Dari, Bassa road before 2027- Speaker appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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We’re tired of Russia-Ukraine war – US
The United States is growing weary of the prolonged war between Russia and Ukraine, now in its third year, according to Keith Kellogg, Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia. He made the declaration during an interview with Fox News on Saturday. Reiterating Washington’s long-standing stance, Kellogg affirmed that Ukraine’s aspirations to join the North Atlantic […] We’re tired of Russia-Ukraine war – US
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CBN, NGX showcase reform drive at Nasdaq, seeks to rebuild investor confidence
In a strategic move to woo global capital and enhance investors’ confidence, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) led a high-level delegation to the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York on April 17, 2025. The The post CBN, NGX showcase reform drive at Nasdaq, seeks to rebuild investor confidence appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ezza indigenes killed, others missing in fresh attack on Benue community
Tension has escalated in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State following a renewed attack on Otsukputu community on Friday, resulting in the death of two individuals of Ezza extraction and the disappearance of several others. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Ezza Ezekuna Benue Development Association, EEBDA, the victims—Mr Jude Nweke […] Ezza indigenes killed, others missing in fresh attack on Benue community
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Easter attacks in Benue: Alia confirm 56 bodies recovered
Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue said 56 bodies have been recovered in Ugondo, Logo and Tyuluv, Gbagir in Ukum LGAs following the coordinated attacks on the communities by suspected armed herdsmen. Alia disclosed this when he visited Logo and Ukum The post Easter attacks in Benue: Alia confirm 56 bodies recovered appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Truck crushes couple, one other to death in Ondo [PHOTO]
Three persons lost their lives over the weekend in a fatal accident involving a commercial tricycle and a truck in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. The tragic incident occurred at the Itagbanja axis of Oke-Aro, along Idanre Road in Akure South Local Government Area. Among the victims were a couple whose identities had yet […] Truck crushes couple, one other to death in Ondo [PHOTO]
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NPFL: Ideye scores for Enyimba, Katsina United wallop Abia Warriors
Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye, was among the goal scorers as Enyimba secured a 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL Matchday 34 encounter in Aba on Saturday. Joseph Atule gave Enyimba the lead in the 35th minute, while Ideye doubled the hosts’ advantage just three minutes into the […] NPFL: Ideye scores for Enyimba, Katsina United wallop Abia Warriors
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‘My Vision is Beyond Measure – Taiwo Samuel
In a bold move signaling his intent to lead the Agege Local Government, Hon Taiwo Olasunkanmi Samuel (TOS) has officially declared his candidacy for the chairmanship position. During a well-attended event, Olasunkanmi stated that he is commited to transformative leadership and community development, promising a future filled with growth and empowerment. “My new agenda for […]
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