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Angela Okorie Reveals How Naira Marley Surprised Her on Her Birthday

Popular Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has shared a heartwarming story about how singer Naira Marley surprised her with a lavish birthday gift, despite the controversy surrounding him. In a recently posted video, Okorie recalled how Marley stunned her with bundles of ₦500 notes during her birthday celebration. She described the gesture as deeply touching and said his encouragement was unlike anything she had experienced before. “Naira Marley surprised me on

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FG Projects N796bn Annual Revenue from 5% Fuel Surcharge, Faces Public Backlash

The Federal Government is expected to generate approximately ₦796 billion annually from a newly introduced five per cent surcharge on both locally refined and imported petrol, as stipulated in the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, which takes effect from January 1, 2026. The surcharge, part of President Bola Tinubu’s broader tax reform strategy signed into law on June 26, 2025, is aimed at boosting non-oil revenue and ensuring fiscal sustainability in

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Tinubu Names Olumode as New Controller-General of Federal Fire Service

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Deputy Controller-General Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service. The appointment takes effect from August 14, 2025. The announcement was made by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Secretary, Major General A.M. Jibril (retd.), on behalf of the President. According to the statement, Olumode’s appointment comes as the

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Nurses Begin Warning Strike, Reject Federal Government Talks

Members of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) under the Federal Health Institutions (FHI) Sector have commenced a seven-day warning strike starting Wednesday, firmly stating they will not suspend the industrial action even if the government initiates dialogue. According to the National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, the association had issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government on July 14, 2025, urging immediate attention to critical issues affecting

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Fashola Urges Lagos to Preserve Its History Amid Street Naming Debates

Former Lagos State Governor and ex-Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, has emphasized the importance of preserving the state's history to prevent distortion and uphold its cultural values, especially amid ongoing debates surrounding street naming in Lagos. Fashola made this call on Tuesday during the public unveiling of Discover Lagos State: A History Puzzle Book (Volume 1), held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island. Representing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the event,

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Petrol Prices Drop Below Dangote Refinery Rate as Marketers Slash Costs

Petrol importers have begun selling the product below the price offered by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, sparking a fresh wave of competition in the market. This development comes as Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, calls on the Federal Government to halt fuel importation. Investigations revealed that certain filling stations in Lagos and Ogun states now offer petrol for under ₦860 per litre, whereas Dangote's partners—including MRS and Heyden—sell it between

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Wedding Reportedly Cancelled After Groom Learns Fiancée Owes Bank ₦8.2 Million

A wedding scheduled to take place in Kubwa, Abuja, was allegedly called off after the groom discovered that his bride-to-be owed a bank ₦8.2 million. The development surfaced on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where a user identified as @winifunds shared details of the incident. According to the post, the groom canceled the ceremony after learning about the massive debt, which the fiancée had reportedly failed to disclose earlier.

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2027 Elections: APC Opposes Proposal for Same-Day Voting as Opposition Parties Support Amendment

A major political debate is unfolding over a proposed amendment to the 1999 Constitution aimed at synchronizing all elections in Nigeria to a single day, beginning in 2027. The proposal, initiated by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review led by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, suggests that presidential, governorship, national, and state legislative elections should be held simultaneously. Proponents argue that this change would significantly reduce election-related costs and

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Ondo Woman Arrested for Fatally Stabbing Boyfriend During Dispute Over Infidelity

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a young woman, Augustina Mowari, over the alleged killing of her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, during a domestic dispute in Okitipupa, the headquarters of Okitipupa Local Government Area. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Sunday after an argument between the couple escalated. Augustina reportedly stabbed Michael with a pair of scissors during the heated altercation, which was allegedly triggered

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