Gunmen abducted 20 medical and dental students from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos in Benue State while they were traveling to an annual convention in Enugu. The police are investigating the incident, part of a troubling rise in kidnappings across Nigeria.
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Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International, has dismissed claims of staging a miracle at a recent UK conference. Accused of fabricating the healing of a wheelchair-bound girl, Eze refutes these allegations, stating he prioritizes his divine mission over engaging with critics.
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Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University, criticizes the Nigerian government's distribution of food palliatives, arguing it turns citizens into beggars. He highlights the protests as genuine expressions of hunger and calls for an improved approach to addressing economic hardship and...
A fire early Friday morning ravaged a seven-story building on Sanni Adewale Street, Lagos Island, damaging several shops. The blaze, triggered by an electrical surge, was controlled by firefighters within minutes of arrival. No casualties have been reported. The incident highlights the swift...
Munachimso Brian Nwana set a Guinness World Record by visiting 150 fast-food restaurants in 24 hours across Abuja. Covering a 25 km route on foot, Brian's achievement highlights the diversity of Nigerian cuisine and emphasizes reducing food waste. His record surpasses the previous mark held in...
A pornographic video interrupted Nigeria’s investor call on Thursday during a hybrid roadshow for a $500 million domestic bond. The incident, linked to hackers, lasted 10 seconds before the session was cut off. The Debt Management Office has yet to comment on the disruption.
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Ruth Hwara, awaiting a kidney transplant, tragically died after funds raised for her surgery were allegedly stolen by an Ecocash agent. The incident has sparked outrage, with many calling for justice. The suspect, Tendai Chibwe, was charged with fraud but granted bail as investigations continue...
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 39 Mpox cases across 33 states this year. In response, the NCDC is enhancing surveillance and considering vaccination for high-risk groups to prevent further spread. Key states affected include Bayelsa, Cross River, and Ogun.
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Nigerian electricity distributors claim Band A customers pay the lowest rates in West Africa despite recent tariff hikes. The government defends ending subsidies as necessary for sector sustainability. ANED argues higher rates in neighboring countries lead to better service. The move sparks...
UNICEF reports that 56.9% of children under five in Kano State suffer from stunting due to malnutrition. The organization emphasizes the importance of Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) in preventing stunting and improving pregnancy outcomes. Stakeholders are urged to support MMS...
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