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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 curb the ripple effects of staggered polls. However, the ruling

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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 by suspicions of cheating. State Police Public Relations Officer, SP

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Nationwide Nurses’ Strike Set to Disrupt Healthcare Services from Wednesday

Hospitals across Nigeria are expected to experience significant disruptions starting Wednesday, as nurses under the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions (FHI) Sector, commence a seven-day nationwide warning strike. The industrial action will affect 74 federal health institutions, as well as various state hospitals and primary health centres. Services at federal medical centres, teaching hospitals, and specialist facilities are anticipated to be severely impacted. This protest follows a 15-day ultimatum issued on July 14, 2025,

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Nigeria Records ₦17.9tn in Annual Losses, Over 4,000 Deaths from Hepatitis – FG

The Federal Government has disclosed that Nigeria incurs annual economic losses ranging between ₦13.3 trillion and ₦17.9 trillion due to hepatitis-related issues, with 4,252 lives lost each year to liver cancer resulting from untreated cases. This was revealed by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, during a press briefing in honour of World Hepatitis Day 2025, themed “Hepatitis: Let’s break it down.” Represented by Dr. Godwin Ntadom, Director of Public Health at the ministry, Pate

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Tinubu’s Electricity Reform Sparks State-DisCo Clashes, Senate Opposition

Two years after President Bola Tinubu signed the landmark Electricity Act into law, the ambitious reform is facing intense scrutiny and backlash. Designed to decentralise the power sector by shifting control from the federal to state governments, the law has triggered widespread controversy and a fresh wave of crises between state electricity regulators, distribution companies (DisCos), and federal authorities. The Act, passed in 2023, removed electricity from the exclusive legislative list, empowering states to generate, transmit, distribute, and regulate electricity

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Super Falcons Clinch 10th WAFCON Title, Earn Historic $1 Million Prize

Nigeria’s Super Falcons triumphed over Morocco with a thrilling 3-2 comeback in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), securing a record-extending 10th championship and a landmark $1 million prize. The prize money, now doubled from the previous edition, marks the first time the new reward structure has been implemented, with Nigeria becoming the inaugural beneficiaries of the increased payout and the newly designed WAFCON trophy. Despite trailing by two goals, the Falcons staged a remarkable

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Nkechi Blessing Reveals ₦1 Million Weekly Support Prompted Her Break from Acting

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has shed light on the reason she temporarily stepped away from the movie industry, revealing that an anonymous individual placed her on a ₦1 million weekly allowance. Speaking on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast hosted by content creator Bae U Barbie, Nkechi explained that the generous offer came at a time when her work in Nollywood wasn’t financially rewarding. “Acting wasn’t paying as much, so someone decided to support me with ₦1 million every

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Radiogad Accuses Verydarkman of Monetizing Mohbad’s Death

Media personality Radiogad has openly criticized controversial influencer Verydarkman, accusing him of exploiting the tragic death of singer Mohbad for personal gain and online relevance. In a video shared on social media, Radiogad expressed disappointment over Verydarkman’s continued commentary on the late artist, suggesting that he is making the situation revolve around himself instead of allowing Mohbad to rest in peace. He condemned Verydarkman’s attacks on public figures like Iyabo Ojo and Samklef—individuals who had previously shown public support for

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Scientist Warns: Nigeria at Risk of Earthquakes and Climate Disasters

Dr. Anietie Ikott, a scientist and CEO of Anirich Nigeria Limited based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has raised concerns over Nigeria’s vulnerability to natural disasters, warning that the country could soon face a major earthquake. During a recent media engagement in Uyo, Ikott challenged the widely held belief that Nigeria is outside earthquake-prone zones. He cited the recent tremors experienced in Abuja and parts of the South-West as evidence that seismic activity is possible in the country. “Nigeria is

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