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Farmer killed by elephant was engaged in illegal logging – Ogun Govt
He said, "We have been to the community, but the residents were hostile to us, so we went to the man's family to console with them."
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Edo gov suspends oil, gas adviser over unauthorised fundraising
Tribune Online Edo gov suspends oil, gas adviser over unauthorised fundraising The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Osemwengie Isere, for alleged unauthorised fundraising over an upcoming Oil and Gas summit in the state. Edo gov suspends oil, gas adviser over unauthorised fundraising Tribune Online
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Al-Makura backs new APC chairman, calls for unity, inclusive leadership
Former Governor of Nasarawa State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Tanko Al-Makura, has declared his full support for the newly appointed National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda. Al-Makura made this known in an open letter on Tuesday in Abuja, describing the emergence of the new APC national chairman as a […] Al-Makura backs new APC chairman, calls for unity, inclusive leadership
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I’ve never trusted any govt in power — Charly Boy
Tribune Online I’ve never trusted any govt in power — Charly Boy "For the past 20 years, I've never..." I’ve never trusted any govt in power — Charly Boy Tribune Online
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‘We’ll resist bill seeking to elevate Sultan, Ooni’ – Igbo Community in FCT
Igbo Community Association, ICA, Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, has joined in opposition against the bill currently before the Senate seeking to permanently elevate the Ooni of Ife and the Sultan of Sokoto as the exclusive Co-Chairmen of the Traditional Rulers Council. DAILY POST recalls that the bill, which has passed second reading in the […] ‘We’ll resist bill seeking to elevate Sultan, Ooni’ – Igbo Community in FCT
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Kwara Varsity ASUU Awards Scholarship To 5 Indigent Students
The Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities (ASUU) at the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, on Tuesday awarded scholarship to five indigent students of the institution. Two of the beneficiaries were selected for the national ASUU awards while the remaining three were selected for the local branch awards. The awardees include AbdulAzeez Abdullahi of the […]
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New ‘Demon Slayer’ Movie Breaks Records In Japan
The film was released on July 18 and reached the 10-billion-yen mark after eight days. The post New ‘Demon Slayer’ Movie Breaks Records In Japan appeared first on Channels Television.
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Akwa Ibom: Police secure 23 convictions in six months
Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police secure 23 convictions in six months The Akwa Ibom State Police Command says it has recorded a major breakthrough in its anti-crime operations, securing 23 convictions for various offences between January and July 2025. Akwa Ibom: Police secure 23 convictions in six months Tribune Online
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Rice Millers Warn Against Aiding Foreign Economy Via Importation
The Rice Millers Association of Nigeria (RIMAN) has appealed to the Federal Government to strengthen food security by empowering local rice farmers and millers for massive production instead of boosting the economy of other countries through importation of this staple commodity into the country. RIMAN President, Peter Daman made the appeal while speaking exclusively with […]
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North-Central Group Congratulates New APC Chair Yilwatda, Thanks Tinubu
A group, the North Central Development Initiative (NCDI) has congratulated Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda on his emergence as the new National Chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC). In a letter jointly signed by the group’s Director General/National Coordinator, Comrade Musa Otigba and National Secretary, Alhaji Muhammad Alabi, the group also thanked President Bola Tinubu […]
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‘Nigerians must go’ protests erupt in Ghana over alleged crimes
Tensions flared in parts of Ghana on Tuesday as groups of protesters took to the streets demanding the expulsion of Nigerians over allegations of rising crime, including prostitution, ritual killings, and economic dominance. Videos circulating widely on social media showed The post ‘Nigerians must go’ protests erupt in Ghana over alleged crimes appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Winner Of ‘Maltina Teacher Of The Year’ To Receive N10m
Organisers of the ‘Maltina Teacher of the Year’, Nigerian Breweries Plc has disclosed that the winner of the 2025 edition will receive N10 million and N30 million worth of infrastructure delivery to the school, while the first runner-up will take home N5 million, and the second runner-up will get N3 million. The Corporate Affairs Director […]
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Ex-Super Falcons Coach Kadiri Ikhana To Undergo Eye Surgery
Former Nigerian international and ex-Super Falcons Coach Kadiri Ikhana has been scheduled for a cataract removal surgery at a medical facility on Tuesday. Coach Ikhana is also expected to have a hearing aid fixed on him to address his hearing impairment. In a heartfelt statement, shared by the chairman, Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria Task […]
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Electricity market law will boost economic life of Osun State – Governor
Mr Adeleke said the era of exploitation and oppression of Osun people by some officials of the Ibadan electricity distribution company is over. The post Electricity market law will boost economic life of Osun State – Governor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: No vacancy in Aso Rock – Yoruba group
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Yoruba Ni Colorado YNC, an umbrella association for all Yoruba in Colorado, US, has said that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock. The group made the declaration on Tuesday in Abuja during its working visit to the Tinubu Support Group, TSG. YNC president, Dr Adetola Obiwole, who […] 2027: No vacancy in Aso Rock – Yoruba group
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Tinubu’s Aide Justifies Falcons’ Cash Reward, Cites ₦150m BBNaija Prize
According to him, President Tinubu rewarded excellence, creativity, hard work, soccer artistry and the undying Nigerian spirit. The post Tinubu’s Aide Justifies Falcons’ Cash Reward, Cites ₦150m BBNaija Prize appeared first on Channels Television.
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Why Taraba chiefdom turbaning was postponed – LG chairman
The council chairman of Lau local government in Taraba State, Nigeria Silama Jatau, has denied allegations that he intentionally obstructed the planned turbaning ceremony in the Sanwi Chiefdom, describing the accusations as baseless and politically motivated. The rebuttal, contained in The post Why Taraba chiefdom turbaning was postponed – LG chairman appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FRSC Lacks Power To Seize Drivers’ Licence, Vehicles – Appeal Court Rules
The Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri, Imo State, has ruled that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) lacks the power to seize a driver’s licence, vehicle or any related documents without a valid court order. A three-member panel of the appellate court gave the judgment while ruling on appeal number CA/OW/199/2022 filed by the […] The post FRSC Lacks Power To Seize Drivers’ Licence, Vehicles – Appeal Court Rules appeared first on OsunDefender.
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BREAKING: Tinubu’s Northern Allies Gather in Kaduna to Dismiss Kwankwaso’s Criticism
A two-day meeting of Northern leaders in President Bola Tinubu’s administration has begun in Kaduna, aimed at addressing recent criticisms by Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement. Kwankwaso had accused the Tinubu-led government of neglecting the North in terms of development projects. In response, all ministers and top officials from the North serving [...]
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Troops intercept Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters planting IEDs in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled an attempt by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists to plant improvised explosive devices, IEDs, along the Marte–Dikwa road in Borno State. The development was disclosed in a post on Tuesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama via X. According to sources cited by Zagazola, […] Troops intercept Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters planting IEDs in Borno
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Ibadan Leaders Warn Oluwo Over Comments On Oloolu Masquerade
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi has been cautioned by traditional leaders in Ibadanland over his recent comments describing the esteemed Oloolu masquerade as “criminal and “unconstitutional.” The traditional leaders include the Association of Ibadan Mogajis, Baales, and the Ibadan Compound Peace Initiative (ICPI). Oba Akanbi was seen in a viral video condemning the […]
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How ‘Charly Boy’ bus stop was named after me – Charly Boy
Veteran entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has shared the story behind the naming of the “Charly Boy” bus stop in Gbagada, Lagos. According to Charly Boy, the The post How ‘Charly Boy’ bus stop was named after me – Charly Boy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Govt Declares Seven-Day Curfew For Oro Festival
The Chairman of Ijebu Ode Local Government, Dare Alebiosu, has declared a seven-day daily midnight curfew, from 12 am to 4 am, for the annual ‘Oro’ festival, starting Wednesday, July 30 to Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This traditional observance, primarily an all-male affair, typically restricts movement for women and non-initiates during its rituals, with authorities […] The post Govt Declares Seven-Day Curfew For Oro Festival appeared first on OsunDefender.
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UK’s Starmer holds urgent Cabinet meeting on Gaza peace pathway
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will convene an urgent Cabinet meeting on Tuesday as he seeks to set out a pathway to peace in Gaza. Starmer will call senior ministers The post UK’s Starmer holds urgent Cabinet meeting on Gaza peace pathway appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Alumni urges Wike to reverse revocation of UniAbuja land, seeks dialogue
The University of Abuja Alumni Association has formally protested the proposed revocation of a significant portion of land allocated to the institution, urging the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to rescind the decision and adopt a more constructive engagement process. In a strongly worded letter addressed to the FCT minister, the […] Alumni urges Wike to reverse revocation of UniAbuja land, seeks dialogue
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Wandering elephants kill farmer in Ogun
A wandering herd of elephants from one of the government reserved forests has reportedly attacked and killed a farmer identified as Musa Kalamu at Onitasin Imobi in Ijebu East Local Government area of Ogun State. In a gory video that surfaced on Tuesday, the lifeless body of the middle aged man was seen with his […] Wandering elephants kill farmer in Ogun
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ASUU-YSU Strike: Journey So Far – Gulani
On July 11, 2025, the Yobe State University (YSU) branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) declared an indefinite strike following an interaction between a national ASUU visitation…
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CAC To Delist 100,000 Dormant Companies, Issues 90-Day Ultimatum
The affected companies have been identified as either not carrying on business, inactive for at least 10 years, or failing to meet regulatory obligations, particularly the annual filing of returns and disclosure of Persons with Significant Control. The post CAC To Delist 100,000 Dormant Companies, Issues 90-Day Ultimatum appeared first on Channels Television.
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2027: We didn’t ask Peter Obi to withdraw from race – Ohanaeze
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has dismissed reports claiming it advised Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race. The group also refuted allegations that it urged northern leaders not to support Obi’s presidential ambition. In a statement issued on Tuesday its National Publicity Secretary, Dr. Ezechi Chukwu, Ohanaeze described the […] 2027: We didn’t ask Peter Obi to withdraw from race – Ohanaeze
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Nigeria: Taming inflation for economic stability, with high interest rates, By Fidelis Nwagwu
Nigeria operates as a transitional economy, which maintains tight monetary controls to fight inflation and sustain growth and protect fiscal stability and external stability. As inflation begins to decrease, attention will shift toward whether CBN governor Olayemi Cardoso’s committee will choose to start relaxing monetary policies. The current 27.50 per cent policy rate functions as […] The post Nigeria: Taming inflation for economic stability, with high interest rates, By Fidelis Nwagwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Russia says ‘committed’ to peace in Ukraine after Trump’s new deadline
The US president earlier said he would slash his initial 50-day deadline to "about 10 or 12 days". The post Russia says ‘committed’ to peace in Ukraine after Trump’s new deadline appeared first on Vanguard News.
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APC Chieftain Faults Kwankwaso Over Comment On Nation’s Wealth Distribution By Tinubu
….Says Regional Sentiments Can’t Deny Southern Nigeria 8yrs Presidency ….Says Incitement Of Northerners Against Southern President Will Fail A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Deputy National…
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Lekki airport: Residents demand compensation before demolition
Residents of Ajiwe community of Ajah, Lagos State, have called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to stop the demolition of their houses for infrastructure projects until they receive due compensation. The landlords and tenants alleged that their property had been slated for demolition to make way for the Gas Link pipeline and Green Line Rail projects, […] Lekki airport: Residents demand compensation before demolition
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Bust stop renaming petty, not what Nigerians should focus on – Charly Boy
“Those are not priorities. Whether you name it Charly Boy or Olamide Baddo, or whatever, it’s neither here nor there. The post Bust stop renaming petty, not what Nigerians should focus on – Charly Boy appeared first on Vanguard News.
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UK’s Birmingham To Bid Final Farewell To Hometown Hero Ozzy Osbourne
Osbourne, nicknamed the "Prince of Darkness" and who once bit a bat while on stage while performing with his Black Sabbath band, died on July 22 at the age of 76. The post UK’s Birmingham To Bid Final Farewell To Hometown Hero Ozzy Osbourne appeared first on Channels Television.
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Kaduna Court reserves judgment in Farukh vs. Sha’aban high-profile debt appeal
The Kaduna State High Court sitting in GRA, Zaria, has reserved judgment in the ongoing debt recovery appeal involving prominent businessman Alhaji Umar Farukh and former federal lawmaker, Alhaji Sani Sha’aban, the Dan-Buran Zazzau. The post Kaduna Court reserves judgment in Farukh vs. Sha’aban high-profile debt appeal appeared first on Vanguard News.
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