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Day: April 5, 2025

Lagos gyms turning to hook-up spots – Gym-goers confirm

The fitness culture has taken Nigeria by storm. While fitness centres provide a space for enthusiasts to improve their physical health and well-being, concerns are being raised about them becoming hotspots for romantic encounters. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos, some gym-goers said that the fitness culture…

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Anambra 2025: 1,630 delegates set to elect APC governorship candidate

Contrary to reports suggesting otherwise, 1,630 accredited delegates have gathered in Awka, Anambra State, to elect the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in an ongoing primary election. As of Saturday evening, April 5, most of the delegates had been accredited and were awaiting the voting process. Seven aspirants had initially purchased nomination forms, but…

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Soludo wins APGA governorship ticket to run for re-election in November

Governor Chukwuma Soludo won the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) governorship primary in Anambra on Saturday. Soludo was declared winner at the primary held at Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, amidst tight security and under the watch of the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The governor, who is vying for a second…

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Early morning accident claims 7 lives on Lagos-Ibadan expressway

No fewer than seven persons died in an early morning accident at the NIPCO filling station axis on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Saturday. Florence Okpe, the Spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, confirmed the incident in a statement in Abeokuta. Okpe stated that the crash, which occurred at 7:00 a.m., involved a…

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PDP postpones Anambra governorship primary to April 8

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has shifted its Anambra governorship primary from April 5 to April 8, 2025. Chidi Chidebe, PDP Anambra chairman, confirmed the development in Awka during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday. The primary will produce the party’s candidate for the Nov. 8 governorship election. Chidebe said…

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PHOTOS: Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin of Oyo in grand style

History was made in Oyo town as Oba Abimbola Owoade was officially crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. He succeeded the revered Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, who reigned for over five decades until his passing on April 22, 2022. The coronation ceremony, held at the historic Olivet Baptist High School in Oyo, drew traditional rulers,…

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I’ve been kidnapped – 2Baba makes light of mother’s claim that he’s gone missing

Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has finally addressed his missing persons report to security agencies, which his mother made. Recall that a few weeks ago, 2Baba’s mother wrote to the Department of State Services (DSS), seeking help in locating the singer, whom she claimed the family did not know his whereabouts. Although…

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5 types of people that are not worth keeping in touch with according to research

Have you ever been in a situation where a friend drains more energy than they give? We’ve all been there, and we know how frustrating it can be. They’re the type who makes us question why they’re in our lives. The truth is that you do not have any business keeping such friends around if…

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How to keep your kids engaged this holiday season

Hey, it’s the Easter holiday again—a magical time for families to reconnect and create memories that will last a lifetime. It’s a moment of twinkling lights, cozy traditions, and a welcome break from the usual routine. But with that break often comes a challenge: how do you keep your kids happily engaged (and avoid them…

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Education Minister wants NYSC programme extended to 2 years

Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, has proposed extending the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme from one year to two, in a move aimed at deepening skill acquisition and job creation among young Nigerians. Speaking during a visit by the new NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, the Minister praised the agency’s recent…

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