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Peter Obi’s convoy reportedly blocked in Benue as Yelwata visit aborted
The convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, was reportedly attacked by suspected thugs on Tuesday while travelling along the Gboko-Makurdi Expressway in Benue State. The incident reportedly prevented Obi from reaching Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area, where he was scheduled to sympathise with victims of the June 13, 2025 terrorist attack on…
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Nigerian medical expert calls for tobacco screening, counselling in HIV care
A Nigerian HIV/AIDS researcher, Pharm. Melody Okereke, has called for the integration of tobacco screening, counselling and harm-reduction strategies into HIV care to improve the long-term health and quality of life of people living with HIV. In a recent article shared with Western Post, Okereke stated that advances in HIV treatment had enabled more people to access antiretroviral therapy, achieve…
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BBNaija S11: Tram secures Head of House title for week seven
By Damilola Akinwale – Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Tram, has secured the Head of House (HoH) title for Week Seven following his victory in the HoH games on Monday, earning him immunity from next week’s eviction. Tram emerged victorious after defeating other housemates in a challenge that tested their speed, strategy and endurance. He subsequently moved into the…
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Governor Radda laments death of former Katsina Senator Bello Mandiya
Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has expressed shock and sadness over the death of former Senator representing Katsina South, Bello Mandiya, who died on Monday at the age of 62. Radda described Mandiya’s death as a great loss to Katsina State and Nigeria, particularly the people of Katsina South and the political community. In a condolence message issued by…
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Osun PDP governorship candidate denies filing petition against Adeleke
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) factional governorship candidate whose name appeared on a second petition challenging the re-election of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola, has denied filing or instructing anyone to file the petition. Adedamola’s name appeared as the governorship candidate in the petition, with suit number EPT/OS/GOV/02/2026, before the Osun State…
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BBNaija S11: Nomy disqualified from ‘Show Ya Sef’ season
By Damilola Akinwale – Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Nomy, has been disqualified from the reality TV show. Big Brother announced her disqualification on Monday, citing her repeated defiance and disregard for his instructions, rules and punishments. Nomy had previously received a final strike earlier in the season after repeatedly ignoring Big Brother’s instructions, as well as displaying a…
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APC lawyer defends petition challenging Adeleke’s re-election as governor
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) lawyer who filed a petition challenging the re-election of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke in the August 15 governorship election, Barrister Oluseyi Oyagbile, has defended the action, saying he was duly briefed to represent the petitioner. Oyagbile spoke following reports that Adeleke’s victory had not been challenged and the subsequent appearance…
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Lasisi Elenu condemns Nigeria’s healthcare system, calls for government intervention
By Damilola Akinwale – Nigerian comedian and content creator Nosa Afolabi, widely known as Lasisi Elenu, has decried the state of the country’s healthcare system, describing it as shameful and disturbing. In a lengthy video addressed to President Bola Tinubu and the governors of the 36 states, shared on his Instagram page on Monday, the comedian expressed frustration over the…
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Peter Obi attends Makinde’s presidential campaign launch
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Party (NDC), Peter Obi, on Monday attended the launch of the presidential campaign of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) candidate, Seyi Makinde. Obi arrived at the venue at about 12:31 p.m., as Makinde prepared to formally inaugurate his campaign office ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at the event, Obi said his…
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Mo Bimpe slams online critics, insists her marriage is not threatened
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actress Adebimpe Oyemade, popularly known as Mo Bimpe, has addressed online criticism over her interaction with fellow actor Jide Awobona at a movie premiere in Lagos. A video captured during the Mama Deola movie premiere in Lagos on September 2 showed Mo Bimpe resting her arm on Jide Awobona’s shoulder while they engaged in a…
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