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Tinubu Renews Marwa’s Tenure as NDLEA Boss

14 November 2025

Marwa, a former military governor of Lagos, was first appointed to lead the agency by former President Muhammadu Buhari. Before that, he chaired a presidential committee on eliminating drug abuse. Speaking on the reappointment, Tinubu praised Marwa’s efforts in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse, urging him to continue targeting those supplying hard drugs, […]

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PDP Delegates Arrive in Ibadan Despite Saraki’s Cancellation Bid

14 November 2025

Before the convention, the National Working Committee, led by Umar Damagum, suspended three top officials, National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, National Organising Secretary Umar Bature, and National Legal Adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade, for alleged anti-party activities. A court in Abuja first stopped the convention, saying the party didn’t follow its own rules when it failed to get […]

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Veteran Actor Baba Gebu is Dead

14 November 2025

The news was announced by fellow actor Kunle Afod on his social media page describing the deceased as a “great legend” and a talented actor who left an indelible mark on the industry. He wrote, “It saddens my heart as I announce the passing away of our great legend, a great actor who passed away […]

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Osimhen on Handling Pressure: “I Stay Calm and Focused”

14 November 2025

The Super Eagles forward, who scored twice in Thursday’s 4-1 victory over Gabon, acknowledged the pressure of representing both his country and his club, Galatasaray. However, he stressed that maintaining composure and correcting mistakes is key to his success. According to a video shared on Instagram by journalists, Osimhen discussed the mental resilience required for […]

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Mohbad’s Widow Barred from Using Family’s Surname Pending DNA Test

13 November 2025

In a statement signed by family head Omolayo Aloba and the singer’s father, Joseph Aloba, the family claimed that no statutory or traditional marriage was ever contracted between Mohbad and Omowunmi, as the customary rites required under Yoruba tradition were not completed. They insisted that she must refrain from using the Aloba name publicly or […]

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Davido Recalls Skipping School for His First Ibadan Performance

13 November 2025

Davido said he got into trouble when the performance aired on television, but reflected on how far he has come since then. The artist recently returned to Ibadan to headline a sold-out show at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, where he performed before a crowd of 25,000 fans. Comparing both moments, he wrote that while his […]

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Yetunde Barnabas, Peter Olayinka Welcome Second Child

13 November 2025

The couple, who tied the knot in 2021, announced the arrival of their newborn on social media with a series of heartwarming photos taken at the hospital. In her post, Yetunde expressed gratitude to God for what she described as “another piece of heaven in our arms.” Although the baby’s name was not revealed, reports […]

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Reps Call for Suspension of WAEC CBT Exams Until 2030

13 November 2025

The house urged the Education Ministry and state governments to make provisions in the 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029 budgets for the recruitment of computer teachers, construction of computer halls with internet facilities, provision of standby generators, and assessment of private schools’ readiness before fully implementing the CBT policy in 2030. This follows widespread concerns […]

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Presidency to Host National Entrepreneurship Dialogue to Boost Innovation and Growth

13 November 2025

The event, themed “Dear Entrepreneurs, We See You, We Hear You,” is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and seeks to engage entrepreneurs from various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, creative industries, and energy. According to the presidency, the dialogue will provide a platform for open discussions between policymakers, investors, and innovators on […]

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Sachet Alcohol Ban Threatens ₦1.9 Trillion Investment, Millions of Jobs — MAN

13 November 2025

MAN said the policy, which directs producers to end the production and sale of such beverages by December 2025, contradicts earlier agreements reached with industry stakeholders. The group argued that the ban would harm indigenous manufacturers, reduce capacity utilization in the food and beverage sector, and threaten the livelihoods of more than 500,000 direct and […]

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