Month: July 2025

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Ruth Kadiri Speaks on Claims of Keeping Husband Hidden from the Public

Renowned Nollywood actress, Ruth Kadiri, has responded to widespread speculation that she deliberately keeps her husband, Mr. Ezerika, away from public view. Speaking during a recent appearance on the *Dear Ife* podcast hosted by *Diary of a Naija Girl*, the actress set the record straight, clarifying that her husband is not a secret. “For the sake of clarity, my husband is not hidden. Those close to me know him. And

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Multichoice Fined ₦766m by FG Over Data Privacy Violations

The Federal Government has slammed a ₦766.2 million fine on Multichoice Nigeria for allegedly violating data privacy laws, including improper handling and cross-border transfer of customers' personal information. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) announced the penalty in a statement on Sunday, citing findings from an investigation launched in Q2 2024. The probe was prompted by reports of intrusive data practices and possible violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act.

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10 States Add ₦417bn to Debt Profile Despite Increased Federal Allocations

A fresh review of debt figures has revealed that 10 Nigerian states collectively increased their domestic debt stock by ₦417.7 billion within a year, even as their allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) saw significant growth. According to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO), Rivers, Enugu, Niger, Taraba, Bauchi, Benue, Gombe, Edo, Kwara, and Nasarawa States raised their combined domestic debt from ₦884.9 billion in Q1 2024

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Senate Awaits Certified Judgment as Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan Plans Return

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has announced plans to return to the Senate on Tuesday, following a Federal High Court ruling that nullified her suspension and ordered her reinstatement. Despite her declaration, the Senate has maintained that no official steps will be taken until it receives and reviews the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment issued on July 4, 2025. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media

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Politics

Amaechi Pledges One-Term Presidency If Chosen as ADC Flagbearer for 2027

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared that he would serve only a single term as president if he secures the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket for the 2027 general election. Amaechi made the pledge during an interview on Politics Today, a current affairs programme aired on Channels Television and anchored by Seun Okinbaloye. He explained that his one-term commitment is aimed at preserving Nigeria’s political equilibrium, particularly

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US Embassy, Consulate to Close July 4 for Independence Day

The United States Embassy in Abuja and its Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2025, in observance of America’s Independence Day. The public holiday marks the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which officially severed the 13 original colonies from British rule in 1776. As a result of the closure, routine consular services — including visa appointments and other non-emergency processes

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Abiodun Urges Youth to Embrace ICT as ‘Window on America’ Launches in Ogun

Governor Dapo Abiodun has called on Nigerian youths to seize emerging opportunities in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to secure their future and remain globally competitive. He made the call on Thursday during the official opening of Window on America, a US-supported ICT and learning center, at the Ogun Tech Hub located along Kobape Road, Abeokuta. The project is a collaboration between the American Consulate, GFA Technologies, and the Ogun

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Sport

Ex-Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61 – 10 Key Highlights from His Life and Career

Nigeria’s football community is mourning the loss of one of its legendary goalkeepers, Peter Rufai, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 61. Fondly known as “Dodo Mayana”, Rufai was admired not only for his goalkeeping prowess but also for his enduring contributions to football development in Nigeria. As tributes pour in, here are 10 notable facts that highlight the legacy of the late former Super Eagles star:

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Politics

Tensions Rise as 2027 Political Coalition Challenges Tinubu’s Presidency

A political storm is brewing ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election as the newly unveiled coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) faces fierce criticism from government officials and ruling party loyalists. At the center of the controversy is Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, who has openly dismissed the opposition coalition, claiming that only the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has the structure and credibility to pose a

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