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NUJ Condemns Abduction of Two Nigerian Journalists, Others
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NUJ Condemns Abduction of Two Nigerian Journalists, Others in Kaduna

The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the kidnapping of two of its members and their families by gunmen, as police assure...

Burkina Faso’s Captain Ibrahim Traore (L) sit next to Niger’s General Abdourahamane Tiani (R) upon his arrival in Niamey on July 5, 2024.
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Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Form New Confederation, Vows to Improve Use of Local Languages

The military regimes of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger signed a treaty on Saturday for the creation of a new confederation called the...

Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Solidify Break from ECOWAS
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Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Solidify Break from ECOWAS, Form New Alliance

The military regimes of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have officially marked their separation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS),...

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Olamide’s ‘Ikigai’ Sets Record for Most Opening Week Streams on Spotify Nigeria in 2024

In an impressive feat, Olamide’s EP “Ikigai” set a record for the most opening week streams by a project on Spotify Nigeria in...

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Nse Ikpe-Etim, Segun Arinze, RMD, and Mercy Aigbe Star in ‘Force Empire,’ Tackling Sexual Assault in Nigerian Police Force

Nollywood stars Nse Ikpe-Etim, Segun Arinze, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), and Mercy Aigbe headline “Force Empire,” a new film by filmmaker and actor Ndy...

The Governor of Niger State in an event ordered an attack on an Islamic cleric while holding a Fidau prayer event.
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Niger State Governor Orders Public Attack on Cleric: ‘Slap Him Very Well and Arrest Him’

The Governor of Niger State ordered an attack on an Islamic cleric during a Fidau prayer he attended. The video seen shows the...

The Athletic reported that Chelsea Football Club has appointed Seyi Olofinjana to a key position within their talent management team, focusing on the African continent.
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Chelsea Appoint Nigeria’s Seyi Olofinjana for Talent Management in Africa

According to a report by The Athletic, Chelsea Football Club has appointed Seyi Olofinjana to a critical position within their talent management team, focusing...

FG Admits To Signing Samoa Agreement In Nigeria's Interest
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FG Admits To Signing Samoa Agreement, Says It’s In Nigeria’s Interest

The federal government has admitted to signing the Samoa Agreement, stating it was in Nigeria’s best interest after media reports indicated that it...

Nigeria Govt Signs $150bn Samoa Deal With LGBT Clauses Despite Its Anti-Gay Law
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Nigerian Govt Signs $150bn Samoa Agreement With LGBT Clauses Despite Its Anti-Gay Law

The Federal government of Nigeria, under the approval of President Bola Tinubu, has signed a $150 billion Samoa Agreement, which allegedly entails the...

As the sporting world anticipates the 2024 Olympics in Paris, the spotlight is not just on the athletes but also on their vibrant and meticulously designed kits.
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Actively Black Unveils Team Nigeria Kits for 2024 Paris Olympics

Actively, Black has rolled out Team Nigeria’s kits for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The American-owned athleisure and sports apparel company founded by ex-basketball...

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Dapo Abiodun: Nigeria’s ‘Best Governor’ Dragged By His People Over Bad Roads  

Residents of Ogun State have called out Governor Dapo Abiodun on X over poor roads that litter the state. They post pictures and...

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ECOWAS To Terminate $500M Projects In Mali, Niger, And Burkina Faso Over Decision To Leave ECOWAS

The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Touray, has warned that Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger...