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President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in the coming days to discuss recent claims of Christian persecution in Nigeria. The meeting aims to address issues related to insurgency and terrorism, with both leaders expressing a shared commitment to combating these threats. Before now, Trump had previously threatened military action…
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Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted dust haze and thunderstorms across various regions from today Monday to Wednesday, advising citizens to exercise caution. The weather outlook predicts slight dust haze in northern states such as Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Yobe, Borno, and parts of Kaduna on Monday, with sunshine in other areas. Isolated thunderstorms are further…
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House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria to provide cassava farmers with easy access to short-term loans to boost food security and strengthen the agricultural value chain. The lawmakers also called on President Bola Tinubu to revive the defunct Presidential Committee on Cassava Initiative to improve farmers’ welfare…
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United States has deployed disaster relief teams to the Caribbean following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. He said the U.S. is coordinating with the governments of Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and The Bahamas, sending rescue teams and lifesaving supplies, though Cuba was not mentioned. According to State…
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Federal Government has released ₦2.3 billion to clear salary and promotion arrears for university lecturers as part of efforts to resolve ongoing disputes with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other unions. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa said the payment, representing Batch 8 arrears, reflects President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to improving staff welfare…
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Anambra State Government has suspended the head teacher of Community Primary School, Umunze, in Orumba South LGA, for allowing a political rally to take place on the school premises. Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, said the action violated a government directive banning political, social, and religious gatherings in schools. She condemned the disruption of…
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Despite a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic in Abeokuta, Nigeria’s women’s national team, the Super Falcons, qualified for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco with a 3-1 aggregate victory. The first leg in Lome ended 2-0 in Nigeria’s favor. In the match, Ashley Plumptre scored Nigeria’s opening goal, but Benin equalized through…
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Abia State Government has announced that Turkish investors attending the forthcoming Abia–Turkey Investment Summit are interested in various sectors such as agriculture, textiles, furniture, manufacturing, renewable energy, and construction. About 40 investors are expected to participate, with investments potentially running into billions of naira. The summit, scheduled for late November in Umuahia, aims to foster…
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North Korea has tested several sea-to-surface cruise missiles in the Yellow Sea, with the missiles flying for over two hours before hitting targets, according to state media. The test was overseen by top military official Pak Jong Chon, who stated it aimed to improve North Korea’s nuclear deterrent and strategic capabilities. The missile launches occurred…
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Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has decorated newly promoted Senior Police Officers at the Goodluck Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, reaffirming his commitment to rewarding hard work, diligence, and professionalism. The ceremony featured the promotion of one Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) to Deputy Inspector-General (DIG), four Commissioners of Police (CPs) to AIGs, and eleven…
