Nigeria
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APC Demands Kano Elections Be Scrapped Over Thug Violence and Voter Chaos
The All Progressives Congress has called for the immediate cancellation of the Shanono/Bagwai Constituency bye-election and the Ghari Constituency rerun in Kano State, citing widespread violence and chaotic disruptions that have marred the electoral process.…
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By-Elections: Ibadan North Votes on Empty Seats as Voters Stay Away
The Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election on Saturday got off to a slow start, with low voter turnout reported at numerous polling units. The by-election was prompted by the death of Hon. Olajide Akinremi, the…
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Nine New Varsities Approved as FG Suspends Fresh Applications
In a major move to overhaul Nigeria’s higher education landscape, the Federal Government has greenlit nine new private universities, ending years of regulatory delays and unlocking billions in dormant investments. The announcement was made by…
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Ibadan Shuts Down as Olubadan Oba Olakulehin Is Laid to Rest
In an unprecedented show of respect, Ibadan’s bustling markets came to a complete halt on Friday morning as the city mourned the passing of its revered monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan, who was…
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WAEC Faces Backlash Over Poor Results, English Failures, and Portal Shutdown
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) is under intense criticism after temporarily shutting down its result checker portal on Wednesday evening due to “technical issues.” This development adds to growing public frustration over the 2025…
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Labour Party Slams ‘Fake’ INEC Protest, Labels Organisers Political Impostors
The Labour Party has rejected any involvement in a protest planned for Wednesday, August 6, at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing the organisers as “impostors” and “political impersonators.” Via a…
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Oluremi Tinubu Donates ₦1bn, Relief Materials to Niger Flood, Fire Victims
In a powerful show of compassion and action, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has rolled out a ₦1 billion rescue package and vital relief materials to victims of recent floods, fires and boat mishaps…
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Kingmakers Endorse Rashidi Ladoja as Next Olubadan of Ibadanland
The Olubadan-In-Council has unanimously endorsed former Oyo State Governor, High Chief Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The ratification took place at the new Olubadan Palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan, following the…
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AfroBasket 2025: Dominant D’Tigresses Storm Into Semifinals With 83–47 Win Over Cameroon
Defending champions D’Tigresses of Nigeria powered into the semifinals of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket with a dominant 83–47 win over Cameroon, keeping their unbeaten run alive and edging closer to an unprecedented fifth consecutive…
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Strike Continues as Nurses’ Union Awaits NEC Decision on Federal Government Promises
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives – Federal Health Institutions Sector (NANNM-FHI) has clarified that its ongoing nationwide warning strike has not been suspended, despite reports suggesting otherwise. This clarification follows a meeting…
