The Oyo State Government has disclosed that the ₦30 billion released by the Federal Government as part of the intervention fund approved after the January 16, 2024 Bodija explosion in Ibadan has not been spent more than a year after it was paid into the state’s account. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the

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Amnesty International has criticised the Nigeria Police Force for failing to arrest those responsible for the abduction and public assault of Nigerian filmmaker and academic, Dr. Don Pedro Obaseki, in Benin City, Edo State. In a statement posted on X, the global human rights organisation described the incident as “barbaric, unlawful, and a gross violation

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The Lagos State Government has confirmed that casualties were recorded in the Christmas Eve fire outbreak at the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House (GNI) located on Martins Street, Lagos Island, while rescue and recovery operations are still ongoing. In a statement titled “RE: GNI HOUSE FIRE,” the state government said emergency response began immediately after

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The home of a UK-based media critic and Edo State indigene, Albert Obazee, was allegedly set ablaze on New Year’s Eve by hoodlums said to be linked to a loyalist of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. Eyewitnesses reported that the attack occurred late Wednesday night in Obazee’s neighbourhood, where a group of young men allegedly

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Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has confirmed that Muntaka Mohammed Duguri, a co-defendant in an ongoing Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) case involving an alleged ₦4.6 billion money laundering scheme, is his nephew. The confirmation follows an earlier report that linked Duguri to the case alongside the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu.

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A fire outbreak on New Year’s Day destroyed four electronics shops in Ikotun, Lagos State, causing significant losses to traders in the area. The incident occurred early in the day at a building housing the shops, located beside the GUO Transport Company in Ikotun. All items within the affected section of the market were reportedly

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described 2025 as one of the most difficult years in Nigeria’s recent history, blaming widespread hardship on what he called poor leadership and failed policies under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a New Year message to Nigerians, Atiku said millions of citizens endured severe economic pressure, worsening insecurity, and

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Nigerian singer Skales has shared a heartfelt testimony about a major turnaround in his career, revealing how a viral moment involving Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal became a life-changing breakthrough for him in 2025. The singer spoke during a testimony session at Harvesters Church, where he opened up about the spiritual journey that preceded his resurgence.

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Social media users have been buzzing after Deangels, the wife of popular nightlife entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest, issued a firm and unapologetic warning to anyone eyeing her marriage. In a video currently making the rounds online, Deangels made it clear that her relationship is non-negotiable and firmly intact. Speaking with confidence, she dismissed any hopes

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Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has spoken out for the first time after her release, following her arrest by Pastor Chris Okafor over alleged marriage betrayal claims. In an emotional post shared on Instagram, Doris revealed that there are many things happening behind the scenes, some of which she intends to share with the world when

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