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The Niger Speaker's controversial plan to marry off 100 female orphans has sparked nationwide outrage, with Nigerians criticizing the potential exploitation of minors and questioning the prioritization of mass marriages over education and empowerment. Controversy has erupted after the Speaker...
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Niger imams demand the immediate sacking of the Minister of Women Affairs for filing a lawsuit against the speaker who planned to sponsor weddings of 100 orphan girls, escalating tensions over the controversial initiative. In a highly charged situation unfolding in Niger State, Nigeria, a group...
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In a tragic incident in Kano State, eleven people lost their lives as a mosque was set ablaze during morning prayers over an inheritance dispute. The perpetrator, Shafiu Abubakar, is in police custody, confessing to his actions. Residents mourn the loss as authorities investigate the disturbing...
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Catholic Bishop Kukah urges President Tinubu to address Nigerian concerns and improve communication regarding policy outcomes. Highlighting unintended pains from policy decisions, Kukah stresses the importance of government prioritizing citizen welfare and security. His remarks come amidst...
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Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, granted N300 million bail by a Federal Capital Territory High Court amid charges of illegal naira printing by the EFCC. Emefiele pleaded not guilty to four counts. The court ruled for bail, requiring two sureties and travel document deposition. Trial set for...
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The Kano State Hisbah Board arrests 20 men and women for bathing together in Kano, sparking controversy over moral policing and religious freedoms. Critics question the legality and necessity of such actions, while supporters emphasize adherence to religious laws. The incident raises concerns...
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Amidst morning prayers, an unidentified arsonist sets ablaze a mosque in Kano, trapping worshippers inside. Chaos ensues as emergency services rush to the scene, with at least 20 injuries reported. The assailant's motives remain unknown as authorities investigate this shocking act of violence in...
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ASUU issues President Tinubu a two-week ultimatum to reinstate dissolved university governing councils, citing illegality and operational issues. The demand includes reinstating council members whose tenure hasn't lapsed and reconstituting those expired. ASUU criticizes diversion of TETFund...
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Nigerian troops discover Boko Haram terrorists using Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet in Sambisa Forest, sparking reactions and calls for investigations. In a shocking revelation, Nigerian troops have discovered members of the dreaded Boko Haram terrorist group using Starlink, the...
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Terrorists strike in Katsina, abducting over 80 people in Yar-Malamai village just after a deadly attack on soldiers. Residents were left devastated as bandits loot, burn homes, and kidnap mostly women. Calls for government intervention mount amidst escalating insecurity. In a shocking...
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