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Tribute: Mbanefo, masquerade of African art departs, by Nduka Nwosu
Ambassador Arthur Mbanefo (CON, MFR), the Odu of Onitsha, and once Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, and I crossed each other’s paths while I was a Literary Correspondent contributing to the Art/Life column created by Dele Giwa in the Daily Times. His interest in the arts evoked admiration, especially as an aficionado, collector, and patron, even as the lead…
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ADC faults Tinubu over foreign military operations in Nigeria
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over recent airstrikes carried out by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) on terrorist targets in Sokoto State, describing the development as evidence of governance failure. The United States conducted a series of airstrikes on suspected Islamic State (ISIS) fighters in parts of Sokoto in the early…
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First Christmas without church attacks in years, says CAN president
By Kunle Sanni – The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Daniel Okoh, says Christians across the country celebrated Christmas this year without any recorded attacks on churches, describing it as the first such experience in many years. Okoh made the remark on Friday while speaking with journalists after leading a delegation of Christian leaders on a courtesy…
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Governor Makinde doubles gratuity payment for Oyo retirees
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved an increase in gratuity payments for retirees from ₦1.5 billion to ₦3 billion, representing a 100 per cent rise. The development was confirmed on Friday by the Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Oyo State, Aribatise Adebayo. Adebayo described the approval as a clear demonstration of the…
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China hits US defence firms with sanctions over arms sales to Taiwan
China’s foreign ministry announced sanctions on Friday targeting 10 individuals and 20 U.S. defence firms, including Boeing’s (BA.N), opens new tab St. Louis branch, over arms sales to Taiwan. A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department said the United States strongly objected to the Chinese move, which freezes any assets the companies and individuals hold in China and bars domestic…
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Imam advises Tinubu against distractions at Lekki Juma’at prayers
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Friday joined Muslim faithful at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos to observe Juma’at prayers, where the officiating imam urged him to remain steadfast in pursuing his vision for the country despite prevailing challenges and criticism. In his sermon, the visiting imam, Dr Salahudeen Munirudeen Arriyadhi, commended the President for what he…
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10 reasons why Peter Obi needs a strategy if winning in 2027 is the actual goal, by Chioma Ahaghotu
Fans don’t interrogate blind spotsObidients are emotionally invested. That emotional attachment makes it hard to admit weaknesses in messaging, alliances, or voter appeal. Strategy requires people who can say “this won’t work” without fear of being labeled enemies. Strategy needs realism, not vibesWinning elections is not about moral superiority or Twitter applause. It’s about numbers, turnout, geography, incentives, and trade-offs.…
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Dirty Christmas, Ini Edo, and CAN censorship of creativity, by Leke Alder
I don’t know Ini Edo. I’ve never met her. What I do know about her is that she’s an accomplished auteur who has paid her dues and has now produced a movie allegedly banned by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). I hope this is not so because it takes Christianity back to the 7th century. Indeed, it is not…
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NSC assures total renovation of Abuja, Lagos, Ibadan, Kaduna stadiums
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has confirmed that comprehensive renovation works will soon commence at several major stadiums across Nigeria. Speaking in an interview, Dikko disclosed that the Abuja National Stadium will be the starting point of the ambitious project, with Ibadan, Kaduna, Lagos and possibly Uyo also slated for upgrades. According to the…
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No civilian casualties as Nigeria, US bomb terrorist hotspots, says Sokoto govt
The Sokoto State Government has confirmed that a joint airstrike carried out by the Nigerian military in collaboration with the United States targeted terrorist enclaves in Tangaza Local Government Area, with no civilian casualties recorded. The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Director-General of Media and Publicity, Government House, Sokoto, Abubakar Bawa. According to the…
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