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Labour Party Renames Directorate Of Obidient Movement

The Labour Party has renamed the ‘Directorate of OBIDIENT Affairs’, established in May, to oversee the interests of the ‘Obidient’ movement within the...

Political Crackdown on Press Freedom Continues As Police Arrests Journalist, Precious Eze
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Political Crackdown on Press Freedom Continues As Police Arrest Journalist, Precious Eze

In what is now identified as a continuous ongoing crackdown on Press Freedom by the Nigeria Police Force and Nigerian Politicians, another journalist...

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Obidient Movement Not Affiliated with Any Political Party — Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has issued a statement clarifying the  independence of the obedient movement, distancing it from...

Two Days After NLC's Strike, Akpabio Seeks Motion To Make Industrial Actions Illegal
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Two Days After NLC’s Strike, Akpabio Seeks Motion To Make Industrial Actions Illegal

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) nationwide industrial action on Tuesday has attracted controversial criticism and subtle threats from the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio...

A branch of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), in Ughelli, reportedly witnessed a violent attempt at robbery earlier today, as gunmen stormed the premises and engaged the police stationed at the bank in a fierce gun battle.
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Gunmen Kill Seven Benin Republic Soldiers In Sahel Border Attack

Gunmen have reportedly killed seven soldiers in an attack on Pendjari National Park, in the north of Benin Republic, an army source and...

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Sweden, Finland Move To Ease Strict Restrictions On Alcohol Sales

Sweden’s government has announced plans to allow breweries, distilleries, and winemakers to sell alcoholic beverages directly to visitors, easing the country’s strict alcohol...

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Federal High Court Orders Interim Forfeiture Of N11.14 Billion Linked To Ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele

A Federal High Court in Lagos has granted an interim forfeiture order for properties valued at N11.14 billion linked to former Central Bank...

Heated Debates Ensued As Open Grazing Bill Passes Second Reading
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Bill Banning Open Grazing Passes Second Reading In The Senate

On Wednesday, the bill to ban open grazing and establish ranches to solve the frequent violent clashes between farmers and nomadic herders in...

Kaduna Assembly Recommends El-Rufai's Indictment for Abuse of Office, Money Laundering
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Kaduna Assembly Recommends El-Rufai’s Indictment for Abuse of Office, Money Laundering

Kaduna State House of Assembly has recommended that Nasir El-Rufai, the state’s immediate past governor, be prosecuted over allegations of abuse of office...

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Napoli Appoints Antonio Conte Head Coach

Napoli has appointed Antonio Conte as its new head coach, signing the former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur manager on a three-year contract. Conte,...

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Abia State Govt Unveils New State Emblem

The Abia State government has announced the change of the state emblem from its initial appearance and components to a newly adopted outlook....

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Shondaland Unveils Trailer For Black Barbie Documentary

Shondaland has unveiled a trailer for its latest documentary, “Black Barbie,” delving deep into the creation and cultural impact of the dolls. The...