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Newly-posted DPO shot dead during kidnap rescue operation in Delta

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  The DPO and his men were said to have fallen into the trap of an ambush, while they were on a kidnap rescue mission.

EFCC operatives invade live broadcast station, abduct presenters

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The management of the Enugu-based radio station, Urban 94.5FM has raised an alarm on how some operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission invaded its live broadcast on Monday, 14th October.

Wigwe’s family in disarray over multi billion naira property left behind by top banker

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Less than a year after the death of the former Group Managing Director of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, his family members are up in arms over his multi billion naira property.

Customs not responsible for border reopening, says DanGaladima

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The Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Sambo DanGaladima, has directed motor dealers to approach the Federal Government to reopen the land borders in his zone, saying it is not the job of the Customs Service to reopen borders.

Umahi engages six SANs to defend N15trn Lagos-Calabar Highway budget suit

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The Minister for Works, Engr. David Nweze Umahi, has enlisted the services of six Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) to defend him in a legal suit seeking information regarding the N15 trillion budget allocated for the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.

Economic Hardship: There’s light at the end of the tunnel — FG assures Nigerians

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The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that despite the economic hardship bedeviling the nation, there will be light at the end of the tunnel.

World Bank approves $500 million COVID-19 grant for Nigeria

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The World Bank has announced a $500 million grant to support Nigeria’s recovery efforts from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rivers of crises, By Dakuku Peterside

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The ongoing economic crisis has reached every corner of the nation, touching the rich and poor, urban and rural dwellers alike. With inflation rates climbing to about 33 per cent as of August, living costs have risen dramatically. 

You’ve been crying like a baby whose lollipop was taken, Atiku defeated you. Get a life - Dele Momodu

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Dele Momodu, a former presidential aspirant of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has addressed the ongoing grievances of former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike within the party. Speaking in a recent video shared by Channels TV, Momodu advised Wike to let go of his frustrations stemming from the 2022 PDP presidential primary election, where he lost to Atiku Abubakar.

BREAKING; Rivers Assembly Declares Pro-Fubara Lawmakers’ Seats Vacant

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  The Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Martin Amaewhule, has announced that the seats of Edison Ehie, who serves as the Chief of Staff to Governor Fubara, along with three other lawmakers loyal to Fubara, are now deemed vacant.

President of Libyan Football Federation, Al-Shalmani resigns after Super Eagles airport ordeal

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President of the Libyan Football Federation, Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, has resigned from his position following the Super Eagles of Nigeria airport ordeal. 

God is Good Motors confirms abduction of passengers on Abuja-Port Harcourt route

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  God is Good Motors (GIGM) has confirmed a mass abduction of passengers traveling from its Utako terminal in Abuja to Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, October 11, 2024.

Peter Obi urges FG to reverse petrol price hike, says Nigerians are in deep pain

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 The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has called on the federal government to reverse the sudden hike in fuel prices, which has caused untold hardship for Nigerians.

Mortuary tax not meant to generate revenue – Enugu govt

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The Enugu State Government says the Enugu Mortuary Tax is not meant to generate revenue but to discourage people from taking their dead ones to the mortuary.

Nigerian Army Announces Surrender Of 15 Boko Haram Leaders And Their Families

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  The Nigerian Army has confirmed the surrender of 15 senior Boko Haram commanders and their families to troops in Borno State. According to Naija News, this development occurs amid intensified military actions targeting the group’s strongholds.

Tension In Ijebu-Ode Town Over Government’s Silence On Sack Of NURTW Members

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Residents of Ijebu-Ode town, Ogun State, are in panic mood with apprehension of imminent garage clash over Ogun State Government’s silence on the sacking of some members of the National Union Of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the State. 

Thailand returnee arrested with N3.1billion heroin at Lagos airport

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), says it has arrested a Thailand returnee, Oguejiofor Nnaemeka Simonpeter for importing 13.30 kilograms of heroin worth over N3.192billion at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos.

NNPCL to release N15bn worth of products to Marketers after DSS intervention

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 A peace agreement has been reached between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and independent oil marketers, following a mediation led by the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Ajayi.

Video: Super Eagles Stranded as Libyan Authorities Divert Flight and Lock Airport Gates

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  The Super Eagles are caught in a tense situation in Libya ahead of their AFCON 2025 Qualifier second-leg match. After securing a 1-0 victory against Libya in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on October 11, the teams were set to face off again in Benina for their fourth Group D clash. 

Kanye West allegedly told his wife, Bianca Censori, that he wanted to ‘work out’ with her mother while she watched — Lawsuit

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  Kanye West is facing alarming new allegations in an updated lawsuit filed by his former assistant, influencer Lauren Pisciotta, who has accused the rapper of s3x3al hara§§ment and st3lking during her employment between 2021 and 2022.

Air Peace CEO, Allen Onyema, responds to latest US fraud case allegation

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  Air Peace Limited has assured its customers that justice will prevail over an “expanded” charge by United States authorities alleging that its CEO and founder, Allen Onyema, obstructed justice by allegedly submitting false documents to halt a federal investigation.

Resolve Wike, Fubara’s Matter Before It Completely Goes Out Of Hands - Okupe To FG

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  A former presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe, has called on the federal government and political elites in Rivers State to resolve the crisis between Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.

Video: Sunday Igboho, formally presented a petition to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer to consider the creation of a Yoruba nation.

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 The moment Yoruba Nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, formally presented a petition to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, to consider the creation of a Yoruba nation.

U.S. court issues arrest warrant for Air Peace CFO as FBI slams fresh charges on CEO Allen Onyema over multimillion-dollar fraud

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The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has issued an arrest warrant for 42-year-old Ejiroghene Eghagha, the Chief of Finance and Administration of Air Peace.

I’m not aspiring to be PDP national chairman – Fayose

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A former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that he is not aspiring to be National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Video: Wherever You See Free Food, Help Yourself - Senate President Akpabio Tells Nigerians

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  Senate President Godswill Akpabio has advised Nigerians to help themselves wherever they see free food.

Jonathan and Atiku on Rivers LG poll

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  The ongoing crisis in Rivers State is the perfect definition of imbroglio. 

Governor Fubara remains our leader — Secondus

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  A former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has said Governor Governor Siminalayi Fubara remains the leader of the party in Rivers State saying two captains cannot steer a ship.

“Amaechi, Buhari plundered Nigeria’s economy mercilessly - Ex-militant declares

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Eshanekpe Israel, popularly known as Akpodoro, a former militant leader and Mayor of Urhoboland, has criticized former President Muhammadu Buhari and his Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for what he described as the “merciless plundering” of Nigeria’s economy.

ICYMI: Three SuperSport crew members on AFCON duty killed in kidnapping ambush in Anambra

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), on Saturday confirmed the killing of three media persons in a kidnapping ambush in Anambra.

Exclusive: Ex Gov. Okowa detained by EFCC for 3 Days and asked to return month end over N600 billion loot

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  Immediate past governor of Delta State, Mr Ifeanyi Okowa was a guest of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) last week, SecretsReporters can authoritatively report. 

Money laundering: US slams Air Peace boss, Onyema, with new charges

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  The Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has been hit with new charges by the United States for alleged obstruction of justice in an ongoing investigation.

Former Kaduna Governor's son d!es in Kaduna road accident

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 Faisal Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, the eldest son of former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has d!ed

Ritual killings, human parts business have taken over Igala land - Okai

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  A former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency of Kogi State, Austin Okai, on Saturday called on law enforcement agencies and traditional rulers in Igala land to address the rising tide of ritual killings and human trafficking in the area.

Video: GIG Motors passengers allegedly kidnapped on journey from Port Harcourt to Abuja, driver returns alone

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A Nigerian woman has raised an alarm, alleging that passengers on a GIG Motors bus traveling from Port Harcourt to Abuja were kidnapped, with only the driver returning with the bus.

Popular PDP Chieftain Confirmed Dead

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A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, Alh Sulaiman Yusuf (aka Maja) is dead.

Lokpobiri, Lyon’s suspension illegal- Ex-Bayelsa APC chair

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A former Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Bayelsa State Chapter, Ogeibiri Enkumor, has condemned the announcement regarding the indefinite suspension of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, former governorship candidate of the party, Chief David Lyon, along with several others for alleged anti-party activities by the APC in Ekeremor and Southern Ijaw Local Government Areas.

Embattled Acting PDP Chairman, Damagum Speaks On Meeting With Governor Mohammed

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The Acting National Chairperson of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagum, met with Governor Bala Mohammed at the Bauchi State Government House on Friday to address pressing issues within the party.

Dangote refinery to begin crude oil production soon — Report

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  The Dangote Group, owner of West Africa’s largest refinery, is gearing up to initiate crude oil production from its two Nigerian oil assets in the fourth quarter of 2024, as reported by S&P Global Commodity Insights on October 10.

Nigerian High Commission in the UK Deletes Goodluck Jonathan’s Comments

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The Nigeria High Commission in the United Kingdom has pulled down statements and policies related to the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan from its website..

POWER TUSSLE: How Keyamo Allegedly Ordered Movement Of FAAN Procurement Office For Unchecked Access To Funds - Sources

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  Trouble is brewing at the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) due to the sudden movement of its procurement department to the Directorate of Corporate Services.

“Wike started selling ticket in motor park before he rose to become chairman of LGA” Ibrahim Modibbo

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In a video shared by Arise TV, public affairs analyst Ibrahim Modibbo has provided insights into the political journey of former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and his reported ambition to become the president of Nigeria in 2027.

There’ll be gang up to remove Akpabio as Senate President - Primate Ayodele

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The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, on Saturday warned of an imminent gang up against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

At age 21, Jobs sold his Volkswagen bus for $1,500, while Wozniak sold his Hewlett-Packard calculator for $500

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Together, the sales provided the funds for their initial venture​​. With this capital, Jobs and Wozniak embarked on producing the Apple I, introduced on April Fools Day in 1976.

Bye-bye, Go and Join APC in Peace, The Harm You’ve Done is Enough - Dino Melaye Mocks Umar Damagum

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According to DAILY POST, former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has intensified the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by openly challenging the suspended acting national chairman, Umar Damagum, to “join the All Progressives Congress, APC.”

“I was too scared to tell anybody” R.Kelly’s daughter claims he s3xually abused her when she was younger

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Kelly’s daughter, Buku Abi, is speaking out publicly for the first time about the alleged ab*se she suffered during her childhood at the hands of her father.

Rotimi Amaechi Should Organise And Lead The Kind Of Protest He Wants or Wish to See - Shehu Sani

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Senator Shehu Sani, a well-known Nigerian political commentator and former lawmaker, has called on Rotimi Amaechi, the former Minister of Transportation, to personally lead any protest he advocates for. 

Keep Quiet If You Have Nothing To Say, Reuben Abati Blasts Tinubu’s Minister - Heineken Lokpobiri

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Reuben Abati, one of the hosts of *The Morning Show* on ARISE Television, has strongly criticized Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, for his recent remarks on Nigeria’s petroleum industry. 

The Presidency Releases Statement After Rotimi Amaechi Called For The Youths To Protest

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The Presidency has finally broken its silence on Rotimi Amaechi’s contentious statement, where he criticized the youth for not protesting against the government.

Detained Binance executive to receive treatment in Abuja hospital

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan be treated in a standard hospital under security supervision.