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Sowore set to lead #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest October 20 in Abuja

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has announced plans to lead a peaceful protest in Abuja on October 20, calling for the immediate release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Sowore disclosed the protest date on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, describing it as a “historic” march to the Aso Rock Villa, aimed at pressing the Federal Government to comply with court rulings

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Presidency Dismisses World Bank’s Poverty Report as “Unrealistic”

The Presidency has faulted the World Bank’s latest report estimating that 139 million Nigerians live in poverty, describing the figure as “unrealistic” and not reflective of current economic conditions in the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, said while Nigeria values its partnership with the World Bank, the poverty data must be “properly contextualised” within global poverty measurement frameworks. “While Nigeria appreciates the World Bank’s support and

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Taribo West Urges Flamingos to Stay Focused, Bring Home U-17 World Cup Trophy

Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has charged Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, to stay united, disciplined, and determined as they set their sights on glory at the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The team arrived safely in Casablanca on Wednesday after a four-hour, twenty-minute flight from Abuja, ahead of the global tournament scheduled to begin on October 17. Before their departure, the Flamingos had an inspiring encounter with the former Inter Milan star at

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Flying Eagles Crash Out After 4–0 Defeat to Ruthless Argentina

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been knocked out of the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile after suffering a heavy 4–0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 clash at the Estadio Nacional, Santiago, on Wednesday. The result ended Nigeria’s campaign in disappointing fashion, as the South Americans showcased their class and precision, scoring twice in each half to secure a comfortable passage into the quarter-finals. Argentina got off to a dream start just two minutes in, when Alejo

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“I Wasn’t Expecting to Win BBNaija” – Imisi Opens Up After Victory

Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has revealed that her triumph in the recently concluded reality TV show came as a complete surprise to her. In a post-show interview with Arise TV, the 23-year-old reality star admitted she didn’t anticipate being crowned the winner and wasn’t even dressed for the big moment. “Winning the reality show was shocking to me. Sincerely, I was not expecting to win,” she said. “Before I got on stage,

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Sarah Martins Slams Troll Linking Her Success to BBL After Flaunting New Car

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has clapped back at an online troll who insinuated that her Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) was responsible for her recent achievements after she unveiled her new Lexus SUV. Actress Flaunts New Ride Sarah recently took to social media to celebrate her latest purchase, sharing glamorous photos of herself beside her newly acquired luxury car. In her post, the actress reflected on her journey since moving to Lagos just a year ago, saying God has been perfecting

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“Wicked and Inhumane”: Enugu Teacher Locks 4-Year-Old in Office Overnight

A disturbing case of alleged child abuse has been reported at Central School Enugwu Akwu Achi, in Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, where a teacher allegedly locked a four-year-old pupil inside her office overnight as punishment. Teacher Locks Pupil as Punishment According to reports, the teacher had instructed the Primary One pupil to kneel in her office after school hours, locked the door, and went home with the keys — unaware or unconcerned that the child was

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Why You Shouldn’t Search Your Husband’s Phone Without His Consent – Senator Shehu Sani

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has stirred conversations online after advising women against checking their husbands’ phones without permission. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the outspoken lawmaker warned that snooping through a partner’s phone can lead to emotional turmoil and avoidable conflict in relationships. “Not Every Truth Needs Knowing” Sani explained that not every truth uncovered in life is worth knowing, especially in relationships built on trust and mutual respect. According to him,

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WHO Raises Alarm as E-Cigarettes Trigger New Nicotine Crisis

Despite a two-decade global decline in traditional tobacco use, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concern over a new wave of nicotine addiction driven by e-cigarettes and emerging tobacco products, particularly among young people. According to the latest WHO Global Tobacco Trends Report, the number of tobacco users worldwide fell from 1.38 billion in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024, marking a 27% reduction. However, one in every five adults globally remains addicted to nicotine. More alarmingly, the report

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