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First Lady Remi Tinubu Honoured with Igbo Chieftaincy Title in Enugu

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, has been bestowed with the esteemed chieftaincy title of Ugosimba 1 of Enugu by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council. The title, which translates to "a precious jewel or eagle from another land," was conferred during her two-day official visit to the state. Chairman of the Council, Igwe Ikechukwu Asadu, explained that the honour was in recognition of her longstanding commitment to humanitarian causes, national development, and her affection for the people of Enugu.

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Nigerian Army Graduates 604 Special Forces to Strengthen Security Operations

The Nigerian Army has completed the training of 604 Special Forces under the eighth phase of its flagship initiative, Exercise Restore Hope, aimed at reinforcing the country’s security architecture. The rigorous six-month training was conducted at the Nigerian Army Military Training Centre in Kachia, Kaduna State, and focused on both kinetic and non-kinetic dimensions of modern military engagement. Designed to equip soldiers with the expertise required to tackle present-day security threats, the programme emphasized advanced combat readiness. At the graduation

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Lagos Urges Startups to Boost Agricultural Innovation

The Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Abisola Olusanya, has encouraged greater participation from startups and enterprises in revolutionizing Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Speaking at the maiden edition of the PricePally Impact Summit held in Lagos on Monday, Olusanya emphasized the pressing need for fresh, tech-driven approaches to address challenges in food production and distribution—similar to those pioneered by PricePally. The summit brought together key players across the agricultural value chain, including farmers, agritech innovators, investors, government officials, food

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Music

Sly Stone, the legendary frontman of Sly and the Family Stone passed away

Sly Stone, the legendary frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, passed away on June 9, 2025, at the age of 82. He died peacefully surrounded by his three children, closest friend, and extended family after a prolonged battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other underlying health issues. Stone's music redefined the landscape of pop, funk, and rock, leaving an indelible mark on the world.¹ ² As a pioneer of funk music, Sly Stone's impact on the industry

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Lagos Teenager Achieves Remarkable UTME Score After Overcoming Initial Setback

A 16-year-old student from Lagos, Oyindamola Apampa, has made headlines with an outstanding aggregate score of 351 in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Apampa, a student of Lagoon Secondary School, scored 65 in English Language, 98 in Mathematics, 98 in Physics, and 90 in Chemistry. In an inspiring turn of events, Apampa's remarkable achievement comes after she initially scored 158 in her first UTME attempt, which was later deemed inaccurate due to technical issues at her exam center.

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Mother Protests as Estranged Husband Returns After 10 Years to Claim Child

A Nigerian woman has gone viral on TikTok after publicly confronting her estranged husband who abandoned her and their child for a decade but suddenly reappeared to claim custody. In a series of emotional videos, the woman shared moments with her daughter, explaining that the father, who was absent throughout the child’s life, showed up with friends demanding access. “Go and bring your police! You’re coming after 10 years saying trash,” she shouted in one video. “After 10 years of

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“Shawarma, Noodles May Harm Liver” – Health Experts Warn Nigerians

Medical experts have cautioned Nigerians against the frequent consumption of fast foods like shawarma, instant noodles, sugary drinks, and processed snacks, warning they may silently damage the liver and increase the risk of fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Speaking to PUNCH Healthwise, Dr. Ganiyat Oyeleke, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Lagos University Teaching Hospital, explained that trans fats, excessive salt, refined sugars, and preservatives in these popular foods overwork the liver and cause fat accumulation, leading to Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic

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Sport

Ronaldo Sends Encouraging Message to Yamal After Nations League Triumph

Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has extended words of encouragement to Lamine Yamal, Spain’s 17-year-old sensation, following Portugal’s dramatic UEFA Nations League victory over Spain in Munich on Sunday night. The highly anticipated clash—seen as a symbolic encounter between the 40-year-old veteran and the teenage prodigy—ended with Portugal edging Spain on penalties to clinch their second Nations League title. Although Yamal contributed to Spain’s opening goal, he faced challenges defensively, particularly against Nuno Mendes, and struggled to fully influence the

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Politics

Coalition Against Tinubu Lacks Credibility — Umahi

Minister of Works and former Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has dismissed the emerging opposition coalition against President Bola Tinubu, describing its leaders as "faceless" and lacking credibility. Speaking in Abakaliki during the 2025 Sallah celebration with the Muslim community, Umahi declared that President Tinubu's achievements in leadership and national integration make him deserving of a second term in 2027. His comments come amid ongoing discussions between key opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar (PDP), Peter Obi (Labour Party), and Nasir

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