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In a compelling address at the 8th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Non-Academics Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) in Abuja, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and immediate past governor of Edo State, delivered a...
Wakanda
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A pastor's viral video claims "you can't have 1 million and give 500 naira; your giving reveals how much of your heart God owns." The controversial statement suggests a tiered approach to generosity, implying only those on an oracle's level deserve to give 200 naira.
Wakanda
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Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), expressed deep worry over the prevalence of Nigerian youth involved in cybercrimes. In a statement issued by the EFCC, Olukoyede highlighted the alarming statistic that seven out of ten students in Nigeria are...
Wakanda
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A viral video capturing Ugandan COP28 delegates jet-skiing instead of attending the summit has stirred controversy on Twitter. African citizens express discontent, comparing their representatives to those in Asia, Europe, and North Africa. Critics highlight the contrast in commitment, raising...
Wakanda
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In a significant development, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) court of justice has ruled that the government of Benin Republic must pay Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Igboho, 20 million CFA for what the court deemed "unlawful detention." This decision follows...
Wakanda
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Parents of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, kidnapped three months ago while en route to the Sokoto State Orientation Camp, have united in a poignant appeal to the Federal and Akwa Ibom State governments. The meeting, held in Uyo, reflects their growing desperation and...
Wakanda
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In a groundbreaking development, the United States Secret Service has successfully exposed and dismantled a sophisticated $2.5 million sextortion scheme orchestrated by a 32-year-old Nigerian national, Olamide Oladosu Shanu. The investigation, which began in May after a victim's mother reported...
Wakanda
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Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, offered prayers for the victims of the tragic accidental bombing in Tudun Biri, Kaduna State. The Nigerian Army, in a tragic error, mistook a village for a bandits' camp, bombing a Maulud event and resulting in the loss of at least 85 lives in...
Wakanda
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In a viral video, a Nigerian girl in the US lists unique reasons why she prefers her Nigerian passport to the US one, citing access to markets, absence of natural disasters, sunny weather, and beloved Jollof rice.
Wakanda
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In a shocking revelation, Oyedare Kayode Stephen, a UK-based Nigerian, is facing accusations of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that targeted individuals seeking UK Certificates of Sponsorship. Adekoya Jubifilai, an Oyo State resident, and nine others fell victim to this elaborate scam...
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