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Month: July 2025

AGF, CCB sued over inaction on alleged fraud by petroleum regulator’s chief

A group of public interest lawyers has filed a suit at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), seeking the investigation and criminal prosecution of Ahmed Farouk, Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), over the alleged diversion of over $5 million in public funds. The Attorney-General of…

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‘Stop the bullying!’ – Otti warned over media drama on proposed ‘Aba State’ creation

A political analyst and researcher based in Abia State, Dr Ujo Justice, has warned Governor Alex Otti to desist from using media platforms to attack former NALDA Executive Secretary, Prince Paul Ikonne, following the latter’s call for the creation of Aba State. In a press briefing on Friday, July 25, Dr Justice described Ikonne’s advocacy…

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‘Retract or be sued’: Gov Sule issues 7-day ultimatum to university VC over insecurity claims

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Professor Zacharys Anger Gundu, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Mkar, Gboko, Benue State, demanding a full retraction and public apology over allegations linking him to insecurity in Benue. The allegations, made by Prof Gundu during News Central Television’s Town Hall programme,…

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How a Nigerian teen trafficked through Libya became a celebrity barber in Europe

Jimmy Ofuoyan was not born with a silver spoon in his mouth. In fact, he barely had a plate to eat from. What he did have, though, was grit—raw, unfiltered grit. Growing up in Benin City as the youngest of eight children meant nothing but struggle. Life wasn’t destitute, but it certainly wasn’t easy. “We…

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5 Most overhyped degrees in Nigeria (2025)

In today’s fast-evolving job market, degrees once viewed as a guaranteed ticket to success can leave graduates underemployed or forced to retrain. Rising enrolment has saturated certain fields while employers increasingly prioritize practical skills and demonstrable experience over academic credentials. By recognizing which programmes are losing traction, prospective students can make choices that align with…

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Streaming? Yes. But so much more. Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife ON Plus is offering more than streaming

The EbonyLife Group is proud to announce the upcoming launch of EbonyLife ON Plus, a revolutionary digital platform designed to entertain, empower, and elevate. Created first and foremost for Nigerians  and extending to Africa, the diaspora, and the world  EbonyLife ON Plus is more than a streaming service. It’s a bold new digital destination for African excellence….

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These 7 Laptops Have the Strongest Processors in 2025

When you’re shopping for a laptop, one thing you shouldn’t ignore is its core strength. If you’ve ever asked “Why does my laptop hang all the time?” or “Why is this app taking forever to open?”, the answer often lies in the type of processor core your device is using. In simple terms, cores are…

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itel Esports Crowned Champions of Deca Cup Free Fire S4 Clash Squad with Powerful itel RS4 Smartphone

itel Esports have been crowned champions of the Deca Cup Free Fire Season 4 Clash Squad, showcasing their skills and dominating the battlefield with the powerful itel RS4 smartphone. The competition, organised by 10N8E E-Sport and proudly sponsored by Garena, Free Fire, Carbon, and Monster Energy Drink, took place on June 28, 2025, at the…

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Is Asake now making music for a foreign audience?

Asake‘s mainstream run reached a new height when he released his third album, ‘Lungu Boy’, in 2024. Unlike his debut album ‘Mr Money With The Vibes’ and sophomore ‘Work of Art,’ his third album saw him embrace more foreign elements while cutting down on the Amapiano fusion and Fuji music elements that rocketed him to…

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Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi: Tinubu’s trusted hand in Housing and National Renewal

With projects like Renewed Hope and his legislative legacy in Kano, he is charting a course toward inclusive urban growth. Early Life & Background Abdullahi Ata was born on June 22, 1962, in Fagge Local Government Area, Kano State. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata grew up in a bustling and working-class part of Kano, where community life and self-sufficiency…

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