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A deaf pedestrian on Sunday met a tragic and untimely demise while innocently awaiting a commercial bus at a designated stop along Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, inward Maryland, adjacent to Temac Filling Station. The fatal collision involved two Suzuki mini commercial buses (Korope) bearing registration numbers EPE 279 YJ and BDG 558 YG. Preliminary inquiries…
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Gunmen suspected to be bandits operating in the rural communities have abducted six members of the Ayetoro-Kiri community of Kaba-Bunu local government of Kogi state. The Guardian gathered that one Enoch Johnson, a timber contractor, Elder Maiye, who works as a security guard at the community secondary school, a young girl, Dupe Oshe, Kehinde Lot,…
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The founder of PEACE LEGENDS AWARDS INTERNATIONAL, Mr Jesse Osero Amiri together with a body of distinguished researchers, committed to Peace in Nigeria and Africa at large will in April, 2025 be celebrating the 14th edition of 100 brands and personalities who are transforming Nigeria and Africa at large This edition will features award recognition…
23 Mar
The Anambra State Police Command has rescued Reverend Father Stephen Echezona, who was abducted by gunmen at a petrol station in Ichida, Anaocha Local Government Area. The assailants, operating in a white Lexus SUV without a plate number, seized the priest in his Toyota Highlander after abandoning their vehicle during a gun battle with security…
23 Mar
Two Nigerian Prophets have testified to the miracles of the Convener of Apostle Paul Gospel Outreach, Apostle Paul Adenuga at Crusades in different parts of the country. Speaking to newsmen, A Prophet at Christ Apostolic Church Bethel Miracle Centre in Esa-Oke, Osun State, Aregbesola Gbenga revealed that his ministration at a crusade in Osogbo sometimes…
20 Mar
An Ogun High Court has heard how a suspected armed robber, identified simply as Moses, allegedly raped a housewife on her farm in the Sagamu area of the state. Testifying before Justice O. S. Oloyede, Japhet Akawe recounted the incident as part of the ongoing trial of Moses for alleged rape and armed robbery. He…
19 Mar
The Adamawa State police command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Abdulaziz Mohammed, for defiling a five-year-old girl in Mubi North local government area. Police spokesman in the state, SP Suleiman Nguroje in a statement made available to newsmen in Yola said the arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim’s father, at the Mubi North…
18 Mar
In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the union's President, Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, has stressed the need for journalists to engage in investigative journalism, uphold ethical standards and embrace innovation.
18 Mar
An AI-powered AdTech company, Retinaad, has unveiled Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to address age long problems in the media industry such as dearth of data, lack of audience measurement and lack of independent monitoring of media.
18 Mar
Executive Secretary, Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON), Yemisi Bamgbose, has paid tributes to veteran broadcaster Anike Agbaje Williams, who died recently at 88.
18 Mar
The First Lady and wife of President Bola Tinubu, Oluremi; Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and several others were celebrated at the Independent Awards 2024.
18 Mar
A media researcher at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Oluwaseyi Oluwalade, has called for a comprehensive review of journalism and mass communication curricula to include English phonetics as a core subject for students in the broadcast sequence.
17 Mar
The Oyo State Government, on Monday, disclosed its readiness to sanitise the travel and tour sector in the state. It announced that it will soon move against unregistered travel and tour agencies and other ally tour operators in the state. The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, stated this during a press conference…
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The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has pledged to lobby President Bola Tinubu to refund over N15 billion spent on the Ado-Iworoko-Ifaki road, a federal road constructed by the Ekiti State Government. The Senate President also directed the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation to ensure speedy appropriation for the construction of…
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A non-governmental organisation, Accountabilitylab Nigeria, organised a one-day sensitization workshop for Civil Society Organisations in Benue on Wednesday in Makurdi. The workshop aimed at creating awareness among the populace on their rights in cyberspace and educating them on the steps to take when such rights are infringed upon. Odeh Friday, Country Director of Accountabilitylab, explained…
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has directed all 2024 Direct Entry (DE) candidates who registered with awaiting results from the Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMB) or the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) to upload their results immediately upon release. In a statement on Sunday, signed by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr.…
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The Asiwaju Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo, and Delta, Alhaji Khamis Olatunde-Badmus, on Sunday implored political officeholders in Nigeria to stop promoting tension in the country through their conduct, speeches, and politics. He made the appeal in his congratulatory message to Muslims in commemoration of the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, held after the Ramadan fasting. Olatunde-Badmus, who…
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As Muslims across Nigeria celebrated Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, leaders from various states and the federal level extended greetings, emphasizing unity, love, and charity, while addressing ongoing national and local issues. The festivities coincided with significant events, including security operations, health updates, and political reflections. In Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji congratulated Muslims…
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A political pressure group, Action Collective, has called on the President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to directly address concerns raised by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, regarding her ability to speak on the Senate floor. The group stated that the issue must not be ignored, as both Nigerians and the international…
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Unified Payment Services Limited (UP®), established in 1997 as the pioneer fintech, shared industry service provider and payment scheme in Nigeria, continues to, continues to redefine digital payment landscapes, powering Africa’s financial future with unparalleled services as a trusted shared industry infrastructure. As Women's Month draws to a close, UP® proudly spotlights thirteen exceptional women…
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President Bola Tinubu on Sunday explained that his administration removed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to expedite development and enhance resident participation in governance. The President, who received FCT residents led by the Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Sallah homage at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, said the bureaucracy associated with…
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Robert Lewandowski bagged a brace as Barcelona eased to a 4-1 victory over Girona to move three points clear at the top of La Liga on Sunday. After second-placed Real Madrid pulled level on points with them on Saturday by beating Leganes, Hansi Flick's side restored their advantage at the Olympic Stadium. Lewandowski responded to…
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"Several dozen" soldiers and civilian auxilaries have been killed in a suspected jihadist attack in eastern Burkina Faso, local and security sources told AFP on Sunday. One security source in Tapoa province said an army detachment from the main city of Diapaga was targeted in a "violent attack" on Friday. The victims were regular army…