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Drama in Abuja as Wike, soldiers exchange words over land ownership
By Kunle Sanni – A fresh confrontation erupted in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Tuesday as the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, engaged in a heated exchange with personnel of the Nigerian Army over a disputed parcel of land in Abuja. A viral video circulating online shows Wike and his entourage in a tense face-off with armed soldiers…
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APC leaders in Ogun deny Gbenga Daniel’s suspension, cite political motives
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun East Senatorial District has dismissed reports of the alleged suspension of former governor and serving senator, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, describing it as a baseless political fabrication. Addressing journalists at the Asoludero Court in Sagamu, APC chieftain Steve Oliyide said the story originated from an August Facebook post by an unknown individual who falsely…
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PHOTO NEWS: African film icons gather for 21st AMAA Awards
By Tosin Brown – The 21st Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) was held amidst pomp and glee on Sunday night, November 9, 2025. The event featured a galaxy of stars who gathered at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja GRA, Lagos. It was hosted by Vimbai Mutinhiri-Ekpeyong and featured 26 award categories honouring several African film practitioners.
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Akure airport debunks bandit invasion rumours
By Boye Oyeyemi – The management of Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu Airport, Akure, has refuted social media claims that bandits had infiltrated the facility, assuring travellers and residents that the airport remains secure. The false alarm, which spread widely on Facebook, originated from a post by Afenifere chieftain, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, alleging that armed bandits had gained access to the airport.…
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Nigeria engaging U.S. through diplomatic channels to ease tensions — Information Minister
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says diplomatic efforts are yielding positive results toward easing tensions between Nigeria and the United States. Speaking on the UK-based Sky News programme, The World With Yalda Hakim, on Monday night, Idris confirmed that communication channels between both countries have been reopened and discussions are ongoing to clarify misunderstandings. “Channels of…
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Presidency lists land-grabbing, illegal mining as triggers of North Central violence
By Kunle Sanni – The Presidency on Monday identified historical mistrust, land-grabbing, banditry, and illegal mining as major triggers of violence across Nigeria’s North Central region. This was disclosed after President Bola Tinubu received security and development briefings from his Community Engagement team at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central),…
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Oba of Benin vows to protect ancestral heritage amid MOWAA controversy
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has vowed not to allow history to repeat itself amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City. The monarch made the declaration on Monday while receiving Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Gautier Mignot, and the German Ambassador, Dr. Annett…
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Nigerians must vote massively to defeat Tinubu in 2027 – Amaechi
Former Rivers State governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has urged Nigerians to turn out in large numbers during the 2027 general elections to ensure the defeat of President Bola Tinubu. Amaechi, who recently declared his intention to contest the presidency in 2027, said Tinubu’s defeat in Lagos during the 2023 elections proved that the…
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Popular cross-dresser Bobrisky disowns Nigerian citizenship
By Tosin Brown – Popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has denied being a Nigerian citizen. In a recent social media post, the self-confessed transgender referred to Nigeria as her former country of birth and described herself as an ex-citizen. In the post, Bobrisky wrote: “I have made my mistakes as an ex-Nigerian; that’s why I’m very careful…
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IOC set to ban transgender athletes from Olympic women’s events, reports say
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will enact a new policy prohibiting transgender female athletes from competing against biological women, according to multiple reports. The policy is expected to also cover athletes with differences of sex development (DSD). Currently, each sport’s governing body determines its own policies regarding transgender athletes. However, with changes in IOC leadership, The Times of London reported…
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