Category: Nigeria
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Governor Soludo Named Champion Newspapers’ Governor of the Year 2023
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Governor Soludo was honored as Champion Newspapers’ Governor of the Year 2023 for his transformative impact on infrastructure and rural development in Anambra State, recognized for his dynamic leadership and resource management. On May 25, 2024, the Eko Hotel and Suite, Convention Center in Lagos buzzed with excitement as it…
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The Bloody Cost of Sit-at-Home Orders: The Untold Story
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Sit-at-Home Orders led to three soldiers’ deaths, empty streets, and closed businesses across Southeast Nigeria. Abia’s government condemns the violence, offering a bounty for the attackers and support for victims’ families. The recent sit-at-home directive by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Movement for the Actualization of Biafra…
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FG vs. Governors: Battle for Local Government Autonomy Hits Supreme Court
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FG vs. Governors: The FG has filed a Supreme Court suit against state governors, seeking full LGA autonomy, direct funding, and an end to caretaker committees, aiming to strengthen local democracy and accountability. The Federal Government (FG) has initiated a landmark legal action against the governors of Nigeria’s 36 states,…
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DJ Cuppy: From Turntables to Buckingham Palace
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DJ Cuppy, new King’s Trust International Ambassador for King Charles III, celebrated her appointment at Buckingham Palace. The organization, founded in 2015, focuses on youth unemployment globally, aligning with SDGs. Cuppy’s role signifies African youth’s influence in global initiatives In an era where young African voices are making waves on…
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Backward March: Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal Stirs Controversy
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Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal sparks controversy as Ezekwesili and Yesufu reject old anthem. Senate President announces anthem change, urging Nigerians to embrace it In a controversial move, President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the bill to revert Nigeria’s national anthem to the original version adopted at independence in 1960. This…
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Royal Rumble: Court Halts Emir Sanusi’s Reinstatemen
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Emir Sanusi’s reinstatement has been halted by a court order, intensifying Kano’s political turmoil. Governor Yusuf’s efforts to reverse past changes face legal and social challenges as the state’s stability hangs in balance. In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal High Court in Kano has issued an ex-parte order…
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Beyond the Badge: The Tearful Tale of Onybuchi Anele’s Tragic Encounter
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Onybuchi Anele, a father of one, tragically lost his life after being allegedly shot in the face with a teargas canister by a policeman in Abuja. This event highlights the ongoing issues of police brutality and the urgent need for accountability within law enforcement agencies. Incident Overview On May 22,…
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Benin Bronzes Back Home: Germany Returns Looted Artefacts to Nigeria
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Benin Bronzes, treasures of immense cultural and historical value, were returned to Nigeria on December 20, 2022, marking a monumental step by Germany in addressing its colonial past. This significant event, held in Abuja, was attended by Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who acknowledged the wrongs of the past and…