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Year: 2026

Kano censorship board invites Kwankwasiyya singer Gandu over alleged regulation breach

The Kano State Censorship Board has invited popular Kwankwasiyya praise singer Tijjani Gandu over an alleged violation of its regulations in connection with the release of a musical work. The board, in a statement issued on Saturday by its Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, directed Gandu to appear before it to address the alleged…

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AFCON 2027 Q: ‘Imported’ solution can’t solve Super Eagles problem – Okpala

By Jacob Ajom The Super Eagles are away to Russia for a friendly match against their hosts on October 6. Before their departure to Moscow, they received the biggest shock from an African team under coach Eric Chelle. The Super Eagles lost 3-0 to lowly rated Guinea Bissau in a 2027 AFCON Qualifier. Former Nigeria…

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Mbah lists projects yielding Enugu money

Says ‘We’re fastest growing state in revenue generation yet less than 13 % comes from taxation Editors of print, broadcast and now online platforms were wowed once again by the giant strides of Governor Ndubuisi Mbah when they visited the Coal City for the Annual Conference of the Nigeria Guild of Editors last week. Enugu…

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FAAN, Bi-Courtney differ on approach to aviation revenue

By Dickson Omobola Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two, MMA2, have recommended different approaches to growing the country’s aviation revenue, with the airport management agency advocating a comprehensive review of taxes, levies and charges.Although FAAN said there was a need for transparency…

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Nigeria @ 66: We need leaders who prioritize national development over personal interests – Hadiza Abubakar

By Benjamin Njoku Nollywood actress Hadiza Abubakar has lamented the steady deterioration of the Nigerian economy despite being endowed with natural resources, rich culture and human capital. The actress expressed this concern as the country celebrated 65 years of independence on Thursday. Sharing her frustration in a post on Instagram, the actress stressed the need…

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BBNaija S11 finale: After gambits, strikes, twists, who clinches N160 million grand prize tomorrow?

By Tony-Okafor Favour After more than two months of drama, evictions, alliances, twists and disciplinary actions, Big Brother Naija Season 11 is set to reach its climax tomorrow, Sunday with nine housemates left to battle for the N160 million grand prize. The “Show Ya Sef” edition began on July 26 with 24 housemates, but the…

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Akwa Ibom: Police rescue two kidnapped victims along Ibeno waterways

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command says its operatives on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, rescued two kidnapped victims of sea piracy along the waterways of Ibeno Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Baba Azare, who disclosed this at a press conference in Uyo on Friday, said the victims included…

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NYSC announces date for 2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream II orientation camp

The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, has announced Wednesday, November 4, 2026, as the official start date for the 2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream II Orientation Course. A statement issued by Caroline Embu, Director of Information and Public Relations, indicated that the exercise would be held across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According…

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Nigeria must not become country where citizens are treated as hostages — PRP

By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has condemned the reported arrest in Borno State of youths wearing T-shirts bearing political messages, saying Nigeria must not descend to a point where citizens are detained over their political expression. The development came as opposition coalition leaders intensified efforts to broaden their ranks ahead of…

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Trade facilitation: Customs unveils digital baggage import declaration

The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has announced the deployment of a Simplified Baggage Import Declaration System at the Seme Area Command. This marks a new phase in its drive for digital innovation, trade facilitation, and improved passenger clearance processes. The initiative is designed to streamline baggage declaration, reduce clearance time, and enhance transparency for legitimate…

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