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Year: 2024

Ogun Police rescue 7-year-old girl from kidnappers, arrest suspects

The Police Command in Ogun says it has rescued a seven-year-old girl, Mercy Akande, who was abducted recently at Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The Command’s spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, said in a statement on Sunday in Ota that the girl was rescued at Ayetoro Town in Ogun. Odutola said the girl…

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Toyin Abraham cries out after fan was caught recording her movie, Alakada, in cinema

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has sent out a plea and a strong warning to Nigerians looking to pirate her new movie, Alakada: Bhad and Boujee. She raised the alarm in a post on her social media where she revealed that someone was caught in a cinema recording the movie. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared…

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VIDEO: Tension in Rivers as Wike publicly lambasts ex-gov Odili to fuel fresh dispute

Former Governor Nyesom Wike has launched a verbal attack on his predecessor, Peter Odili, accusing him of hypocrisy and self-serving politics. The fiery remarks were made during a thanksgiving service in Port Harcourt on Sunday, December 29, escalating tensions between the two erstwhile allies. Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), revealed that…

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Ex-US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100: 7 insights into his connection with Nigeria

Former United States President Jimmy Carter, renowned for his humanitarian efforts and diplomatic legacy, passed away at the age of 100 on Sunday, December 29. Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981, left behind a remarkable legacy that includes significant engagements with nations worldwide, including Nigeria. His…

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Don’t field northern candidate in 2027 – Atiku’s ex-campaigner tells PDP

A Lagos State PDP Chieftain and former member, Atiku Abubakar 2023 Presidential Campaign Committee (PCC), Dr Adetokunbo Pearse, has urged the party to ensure that a southerner emerges as its presidential candidate in 2027. Pearse, the Head, Directorate of Documentation/Reporting, Atiku Abubakar PCC in Lagos State, gave the advice in an interview with the News…

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Moghalu congratulates Anambra monarch, Igwe of Nnewi on 99th birthday

Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, President, African School of Governance on Sunday, congratulated His Royal Highness, Dr Kenneth Orizu, Igwe of Nnewi kingdom in Anambra on his 99th birthday and 61st Ofala festival on the throne. Moghalu, a former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, stated this in a statement in Lagos. “As a traditional title holder and member…

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NDLEA arrests Paris-bound businessman for ingesting 74 wraps of heroin, cocaine

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA), have arrested a 48-year-old businessman, Ifeanyi Orizu for ingesting 74 wraps of heroin and cocaine. Femi Babafemi, NDLEA spokesman, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said that Orizu was intercepted while attempting to board an Air France flight 844 from the Nnamdi…

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Police arrest 3 suspects belonging to notorious ‘Shila boys’ group for armed robbery

The police in Adamawa have apprehended three members of a notorious gang group known as “Shila boys” in Yola for alleged robbery. The police spokesman in Adamawa, Suleiman Nguroje, made this known in a statement on Saturday in Yola. Nguroje said the police received credible information that five of the boys were robbing people along…

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Israeli court delays corruption hearings with Netanyahu in hospital

The Jerusalem court hearing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial has postponed hearings set for next week as Netanyahu undergoes a prostate operation on Sunday. The hearings will now be held on January 6 and subsequent days. Netanyahu is charged with fraud, embezzlement and bribery. The accusations against him include that he granted the…

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7 things to do to set yourself up for success in 2025

The start of a New Year is a powerful time to reset, refocus, and set the stage for a successful future. Whether your goals include personal growth, career advancements, or improving your health and relationships, making the decision to take intentional steps now can make all the difference. Here are seven actionable things you can…

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