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FG seeks extension of time to appeal Dele Giwa murder ruling
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government of Nigeria has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja, seeking an extension of time to challenge a judgement ordering the reopening of investigations into the murder of journalist Dele Giwa. The application followed the expiration of the 90-day period stipulated by law for filing an appeal at the Court of Appeal. In…
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Nollywood maestro Kunle Afolayan announces Anikulapo season two on Netflix
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Movie maestro Kunle Afolayan, the producer and director of Anikulapo, has continued to thrill fans with the release of the official trailer for the series’ second season, titled The Ghoul Awakens. Afolayan, who shared the trailer a few hours ago on his Facebook page, accompanied the post with the caption: “Once power is awakened, it demands…
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Nigeria’s non-oil exports hit record $6.1bn in 2025 — NEPC
By Kunle Sanni – Nigeria’s non-oil exports rose to an all-time high of $6.1 billion in 2025, representing an 11.5 per cent increase from the $5.4 billion recorded in 2024, the Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has said. The Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the NEPC, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja during the council’s…
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WEF 2026: Shettima commissions Nigeria’s first pavilion in Davos
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday commissioned Nigeria’s first-ever sovereign pavilion at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, describing the Nigeria House as a symbol of the country’s renewed resolve to actively shape global economic conversations. Speaking at the formal opening of Nigeria House during WEF 2026, Shettima said Nigeria’s future growth depends on deliberate…
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Destiny Boy died of illness, not rituals – Mother clarifies
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Mrs Saidah Adeshina, mother of the late Afro-pop star, Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has revealed the cause of her son’s death. The cause of Destiny Boy’s death had remained unclear since the news went viral, but clarity emerged following his mother’s interview with the media earlier today. Mrs Adeshina confirmed that her son’s…
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Super Eagles make significant rise in FIFA rankings
Nigeria’s outstanding performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has translated into a major global ranking breakthrough, as the Super Eagles surged 12 places in the January 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking to 26th in the world. By gaining 79.09 points in the period under review, Nigeria was adjudged the team with the highest number of points accumulated. The…
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Tinubu hails Alake’s re-election as Africa Minerals Strategic Group chairman
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, on his re-election as Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategic Group (AMSG), a continental forum of ministers overseeing mining and solid minerals. Alake was re-elected at the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the AMSG, held on the sidelines of the Future Minerals Forum…
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Diezani, Nigeria former Petroleum Minister’s, corruption trials resumes in UK court
Former Nigerian oil minister and ex-president of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Diezani Alison-Madueke, on Monday appeared before a London court as preliminary proceedings began ahead of her corruption trial. Alison-Madueke attended Southwark Crown Court where technical hearings and jury selection commenced in preparation for the full trial, which is scheduled to begin on January 26 and…
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International flights nearer as VAIA committee targets April take-off
The full activation of the international status of the Victor Attah International Airport (VAIA) in Akwa Ibom moved a step closer on Monday as the Committee on the Actualisation of the Airport’s International Status carried out a comprehensive inspection of facilities ahead of the planned commencement of international flight operations in April. The inspection covered key infrastructure and operational areas,…
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Plateau operations critical to national stability, COAS tells troops
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division to remain disciplined, committed and professional, stressing that their operations in Plateau State are critical to Nigeria’s national stability. Shaibu gave the charge on Monday during an operational visit to the Headquarters of 3 Division in Jos, where he addressed officers…
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