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Japa divorce: The good, the bad, and the ugly, by Chioma Ahaghotu
“They thought “Japa” would only change their address , but it changed their marriage too”. For many Nigerian couples, the flight abroad is not just a ticket to opportunity, it’s the beginning of a silent test most never prepared for. Some marriages thrive, others struggle, and too many don’t survive at all. The Good For some couples, migration becomes the…
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Malagi: Between public trust and media power, by Saidu Ahmed
“We must keep on fighting to show people every version of what’s happening, the broad spectrum of facts, so that they can make up their minds.” -Deborah Turness, CEO, BBC News It will be an exigent requisition for a popular strategy that will guide public communication if truly we all believe earning public trust in an evolving democracy comes with…
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With US backing, defiant Netanyahu vows response to countries recognizing Palestinian state
With the backing of the United States, a defiant Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a response to a number of countries recognizing a Palestinian state. At the weekly government meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu said Israel will fight at the UN and other international forums “against the slanderous propaganda aimed at us,” as well as the calls to create a…
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Obono-Obla, ex-Buhari aide, slams El-Rufai over ‘foolish’ accusation against Tinubu
Former presidential aide and legal expert, Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, has lashed out at former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai over a recent remark suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is plotting to become “President for Life.” El-Rufai made the comment on Friday, during a meeting with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who visited him at his residence in Kaduna. In…
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Martinelli’s late equaliser rescues Arsenal against Man City
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time equaliser as Arsenal drew with Manchester City in a hard-fought Premier League clash. It was the second match in a row that Martinelli made an impact off the bench, having contributed a goal and an assist against Athletic Club in the Champions League in midweek. The Gunners went behind in the ninth minute on…
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Iwobi shines in Fulham’s 3-1 defeat of Brentford
Nigerian international Alex Iwobi capped a dynamic display with a goal and an assist as Fulham came from behind to beat Brentford and secure their second Premier League victory of the season. The Bees took the lead when a careless pass from Josh King on the edge of the box was intercepted by Mikkel Damsgaard, who struck a composed low…
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UK, Australia and Canada recognise Palestinian state, Israel condemns decision
Britain, Canada and Australia all recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday in a move borne out of frustration over the Gaza war and intended to promote a two-state solution, prompting a furious response from Israel. The decision by three major Western nations, which have been traditional allies of Israel, aligned them with about 140 other countries also backing Palestinians’ aspiration…
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FG to deliver world-class road infrastructure across Nigeria – Umahi
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government has pledged to deliver road infrastructure across Nigeria that meets the standards of Western countries, according to the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi. Speaking during an inspection of the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano highway reconstruction project on Saturday, Umahi disclosed that President Bola Tinubu has directed the ministry to replicate world-class road designs and facilities…
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CAF: Remo Stars win, Abia Warriors draw as Nigerian clubs begin campaign
By Tosin Omojola – Nigerian clubs began their campaigns in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup over the weekend, with Remo Stars emerging as the biggest winners. The Ikenne-based side played host to Comoros’ US Zilimadjou at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, in the first leg of their Champions League clash. It was an emphatic victory for Daniel…
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NPFL: 3SC secure first win, Bayelsa Utd suffers second consecutive home loss
By Tosin Omojola – Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, on Sunday at the Lekan Salami Stadium, defeated Kun Khalifat FC of Owerri 2-1 to secure their first victory of the 2025/26 season. The victory, however, did not come easy, as they had to fight hard to hold on after the visitors reduced the deficit in the second half,…
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