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Nigerian Troops Kill 198 Terrorists, Apprehend 310 in Nationwide Operations

Nigerian troops killed scores of terrorists, arrested dozens of criminals and destroyed 29 illegal refining sites in one week.

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Dreaded Terrorist, Buhari Yadi, Meets Waterloo in Fierce Battle With Nigerian Troops

Nigerian troops have neutralised a terrorist and his gang responsible for killings across Kaduna, Katsina, Niger and Zamfara states.

5 months ago

Three Ugandan Ruling Party Legislators Charged With Corruption

Three Ugandan lawmakers have been charged for attempting to influence the Ugandan Human Rights Commission to inflate its budget.

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FIFPRO Files Lawsuit Against FIFA Over Crowded Football Calendar

International Federation of Professional Footballers filed a legal lawsuit against FIFA due to concerns over overcrowded football schedule.

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Time To Restructure Nigeria Has Come, Says Coalition of Ethnic Nationalities

Nigeria's faulty political and socio-economic problems threaten its corporate existence and call for restructuring, CEIN contends.

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At Least 40 Indians Among 49 Killed In Kuwait Building Fire

At least 40 Indians are among 49 people killed in the Kuwait fire that engulfed a building housing 189 workers.

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Russia Denies Conscription of Nigerian Students into War Against Ukraine

Russian embassy in Nigeria debunked reports of forced enrollment of Nigerian students into the Russian military before visas are renewed.

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J&J Agrees to $700m Settlement Over Talc Cancer Claims

Despite a $700m settlement, J&J didn't admit wrongdoing, maintaining that its talc products are safe and do not cause cancer.

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Health Minister Confirms South Africa’s First Mpox Fatality

South Africa's Health Minister Joe Phaahla announced on Wednesday the first death caused by mpox.

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Hong Kong Revokes Passports of Overseas Activists Amid National Security Crackdown

Hong Kong has cancelled passports of six activists under national security law.

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Nigeria’s Agriculture Fund Distributes Inputs to 5000 Ginger Farmers in Kaduna

The NADF has come to the aid of farmers who suffered huge losses during the ginger blight disease in 2023.

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Tinubu Leads Nigerians To Celebrate Democracy Day At Eagle Square

Tinubu on Wednesday led top government functionaries and members of the diplomatic corps to commemorate Nigeria's 25th Democracy Day anniversary.

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World Bank: Global Growth Stabilising for the First Time in Three Years But Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

The World Bank says global growth, though weak, will stabilise by 2024 for the first time in three years.

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Nigeria’s VAT Revenue Hits N1.43 Trillion In Q1 2024, Up 19.21% From Previous Quarter

Nigeria’s VAT revenue rose to 19.21%, reaching N1.43tn in Q1 2024, while CIT revenue dropped by 12.87%, hitting N984.61bn.

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PwC Report: Nigeria’s Advertising Industry Worth N605.2bn, Projected To Reach N893bn By 2028

PwC says Nigeria’s advertising industry was worth N605.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to be N893 billion by 2028.

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I’ll Always Listen and Never Turn My Back on You, Tinubu Tells Nigerians on Democracy Day

President Tinubu, on Democracy Day, assured Nigerians that his administration would continue to reform the economy while prioritising Nigerians’ interests.

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Tinubu: Nigerian Leaders Must Recommit To Values Of Inclusivity, Accountability, Transparency

Nigeria's President Tinubu says now is time to build a nation where every voice is heard and citizens are empowered.

5 months ago

Dethroned Emir Bayero Invites District Heads, Insists on Leading Traditional Sallah Festival

Ado Bayero has issued a circular inviting all district heads to participate in the traditional Sallah Durbar in Kano State.

5 months ago

First Lady Tinubu Canvasses Action Against Female Genital Mutilation in Nigeria

"I make a commitment to lend my support in delivering the global promise to end Female Genital Mutilation,” says Tinubu.

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Nigeria Debunks Report of Conscription of Its Students in Russia

Nigeria has declared as false the conscription of Nigerian students and others from Africa in the ongoing war against Ukraine.

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