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Germany’s Merz sees no plan for bringing Iran war to swift end
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz underlined growing concern in Europe at the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran on Tuesday saying a “dangerous escalation” was underway with “clearly no joint plan” for bringing it to an end. Merz’s comments, which echoed remarks he made at the end of last week, came after U.S. President Donald Trump said the war could end…
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UNILAG lecturers begin indefinite strike over unpaid allowances, salary cuts
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) chapter at the University of Lagos has directed its members to commence an indefinite strike over what it described as incomplete salary payments for January and February 2026. The decision was reached during an emergency congress of the union held on Tuesday at the Faculty of Engineering Lecture Theatre, Akoka campus. In a…
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Group rebut OSICOL mismanagement allegations against APC governorship candidate Oyebamiji
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A political support group, the Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) Media Fronts have rebutted allegations by the Osun State Government that the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate mismanaged the Osun State Investment Company Limited (OSICOL) during his tenure as Managing Director. The rebuttal followed claims by the spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale…
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Actress Eucharia Anunobi blames medical negligence for son’s death
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Veteran Nollywood actress and evangelist, Apostle Dr Eucharia Anunobi, has opened up about her son’s death nine years after his demise, blaming it on alleged medical negligence. The actress broke down in tears while narrating her ordeal during a podcast on Monday. She recounted how her 15-year-old son was taken to a clinic for a routine…
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PDP chairmen seek urgent NEC meeting over Appeal Court ruling
State chairmen of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have called on the leadership of the party to urgently convene a meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) to address challenges arising from the recent Court of Appeal judgment that nullified the party’s national convention held in Ibadan. The demand was contained in a communiqué issued by the PDP State Chairmen’s…
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Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage empowers 100 youths with new music foundation
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Afrobeats star, Tiwa Savage, has reiterated her commitment to fostering youth empowerment by sponsoring 100 young talents for advanced music training under the newly unveiled Tiwa Savage Music Foundation. Speaking at the launch of the foundation on Monday, Tiwa Savage noted that the initiative exists to empower emerging talents through music and provide opportunities for world-class…
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Tax reform as a catalyst for economic development — by Arabinrin Aderonke
Tax policy is one of the most powerful tools available to any government seeking to build a stable and prosperous economy. When designed thoughtfully and implemented effectively, tax reform does more than generate revenue. It shapes economic behavior, strengthens institutions, and creates the conditions necessary for sustainable development. For countries seeking long term growth and fiscal stability, comprehensive tax reform…
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Osun 2026: INEC calls for peaceful campaigns as activities commence March 11
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged political parties, candidates and their supporters in Osun State to conduct their campaigns in a peaceful and orderly manner as political campaigns begin ahead of the 2026 governorship election. In a press release issued on Tuesday, the commission’s Public Affairs Officer, Musa Olurode, announced that political campaigns…
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Osun APC accuses Adeleke of plan to use LGs as collateral for N300bn loan
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has alleged that the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to obtain a N300 billion loan using the state’s 30 local government councils as collateral. The allegation was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Osun APC chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, who described the alleged…
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Iranian women soccer players’ hotel escape aided by Australian police
Australian police extracted five Iranian women soccer players from the team’s hotel before they were granted asylum, the interior minister said on Tuesday, as details of their escape from Iranian government minders emerged. The five players, including team captain Zahra Ghanbari, sought protection after the team were branded “wartime traitors” for refusing to sing their national anthem before an Asian…
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