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Month: January 2025

2 Adults, toddler die as passenger boat capsizes in Rivers State

The Police Command in Rivers has confirmed the deaths of two adults and a toddler following the capsizing of a passenger boat on Sunday evening. The command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Port Harcourt on Tuesday that 19 passengers were rescued from the tragic incident. According to her,…

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NIS intercepts 2 trafficking victims en route to Algeria, hands them to NAPTIP

The Nigeria Immigration Service, Illela Border Command, Sokoto State, has apprehended two female victims of human trafficking heading for Algeria, through Niger Republic. The Comptroller of Immigration, in charge of the Illela border command, Mr Tony Akuneme, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. Akuneme said that the victims Vivian Chigozie and Miracle…

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Police capture bandit kingpin after deadly attack on Yobe market, recover weapons

The Police Command in Yobe says it has arrested a suspected bandit’s kingpin in Ngalda, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe. SP Dungus Abdulkarim, the command’s Spokesman, who disclosed this in a statement in Damaturu on Tuesday, said a locally made pistol and three cartridges were recovered during the arrest. He said the arrest was…

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FULL LIST: Donald Trump signs crucial executive orders memos on Day 1

On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump signed more than 200 executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations, swiftly reversing Biden-era policies while advancing his “America First” agenda. From sweeping immigration reforms to directives on gender and diversity, Trump’s initial actions signal a bold and contentious roadmap for his administration. Cabinet Appointments and National…

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5 common diseases that run in the family

A lot of times when people talk about family history, they refer to stories of long life, certain traits and traditions that have been in the family for long. Aside from these, your family’s history can give insight into your risk of developing certain diseases. This is because genetics play a big role in your…

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Trump ends birthright citizenship for ‘undocumented, illegal immigrants’

President Donald Trump has officially ended birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants through an executive order signed on his first day in office as the 47th President of the United States. Calling it “a big one,” Trump marked the momentous occasion just hours after his inauguration. “People have wanted to do this for decades,”…

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Arelle Tones: The story of an artist bridging two worlds

In a world where music transcends boundaries, Arelle Tones (pronounced “Are-El”) is an artist who effortlessly bridges cultures blending the vibrancy of his African heritage with the diverse musical influences of his American upbringing. Born in Denver and raised in Aurora, Colorado, Arelle’s sound is a testament to his rich duality, offering listeners an experience…

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VIDEO: Donald Trump sworn in as 47th US President

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, January 20, marking an extraordinary political comeback. With a hand on his mother’s Bible, Trump took the oath of office under the iconic Rotunda of the US Capitol. The ceremony, held indoors due to severe weather, witnessed a blend of political…

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VIDEO: Trouble for LGBT as Donald Trump’s govt recognises only two genders in US

US President Donald Trump has announced that his administration would officially recognise only two genders, male and female. This declaration came during his inauguration speech on Monday, January 20, marking a departure from the previous policy of permitting a third-gender option in some settings. “As of today, it will henceforth be the official policy of…

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‘Make una leave am’: Gospel singer’s father begs for son’s release in murder scandal

The parents of Nigerian gospel singer Timileyin Ajayi, accused of murdering his girlfriend, Salome Adaidu, have spoken out, expressing contrasting views on their son’s predicament. Timileyin was arrested after a viral video revealed he was apprehended with Salome’s severed head. A subsequent search of his apartment uncovered her dismembered body and sharp objects allegedly used…

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