Barclays Faces Backlash as it Announces 900 Job Cuts Ahead of Christmas

Trade Union Unite Deems the Move “Disgraceful” Amid Concerns Over Impact on Services and Staff In a pre-Christmas shocker, British banking giant Barclays has unveiled plans to cut 900 jobs across its domestic business, a revelation that has been met …

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Tragedy Strikes: Chinese Student and Gamer Dies from Possible Exhaustion After Marathon Livestreaming Sessions

Internship Pressure and Demanding Work Hours Highlight Struggles Faced by Livestreamers in China In a heartbreaking incident, a final-year student and avid video game streamer, identified by the surname Li, has been declared dead from possible exhaustion after a grueling …

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Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo Demands Compensation for Flight Disruptions

Stricter Measures Introduced to Tackle Airline Flight Cancellations and Delays The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has taken a decisive stand, declaring that airlines failing to meet flight schedules must now compensate passengers for the inconvenience caused. …

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Lagos Governor Faces Backlash Over Lavish Spending: Critics Slam N7.5 Million Air Freshener and N3 Billion Rechargeable Fan Contracts

Outrage Mounts as Public Questions Priorities in Recent Public Procurement Approvals Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is facing intense criticism following revelations of exorbitant expenditures, including the approval of N7.5 million for the replacement of liquid fragrance in his office …

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Labour Party Denies Merger Talks with PDP: Calls Reports “Mere Sensation”

Spokesperson Clarifies Statements, Emphasizes Focus on Democracy and Post-Election Evaluation The Labour Party (LP) has unequivocally denied any plans for a merger with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. In a statement issued on …

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Labour Party’s Peter Obi Criticizes Tinubu-Led Administration’s Claims of Inheriting a “Bankrupt” Nation

Former Anambra Governor Calls for Transparency and Accountability Amidst Allegations of Financial Distress Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at the administration led by President Bola Tinubu, challenging recent assertions that they inherited a …

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Ooni of Ife and Governor Adeleke’s Meeting Stirs Social Media Controversy

Encounter Sparks Online Debate In a recent event in Ondo State, a public interaction between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has ignited a social media storm. Users across various platforms …

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Wave of Abductions Hits Benue State as Gunmen Target Commuters and Travelers

Benue Links Vehicle Ambushed on Naka Road – 13 Passengers Kidnapped, Adding to Disturbing Trend In a distressing incident, gunmen have reportedly seized control of a Benue State-owned transport company vehicle, Benue Links, abducting 13 passengers along the dilapidated Naka …

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Peter Obi Declares Intent for 2027 Presidential Race Despite 2023 Setback

Labour Party Candidate Signals Continued Commitment After Supreme Court Verdict November 6, 2023 Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the recently concluded 2023 general election, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, indicating a …

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Minister Festus Keyamo Defers Decision on Nigeria Air to President Tinubu

Aviation and Aerospace Minister Reiterates Presidential Authority in Determining Fate of Suspended Airline In a recent statement, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, emphasized that the ultimate decision regarding the fate of Nigeria Air rests with …

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Minister Festus Keyamo Issues Stern Warning to Aviation Executives: “Support or Face Consequences”

Minister Seeks Stakeholder Backing to Deliver on Presidential Performance Bond at Inaugural Stakeholders’ Meeting In a decisive move, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has issued a stern warning to chief executives of aviation agencies under his …

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Senate Approves N2.176 Trillion 2023 Supplementary Budget

President Tinubu’s Proposal Gets Green Light for Additional Palliatives and Critical Expenditures In a crucial move during Thursday’s session, the Nigerian Senate gave its nod to the N2.176 trillion 2023 supplementary budget presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu earlier in …

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UN Condemns Bombing of Jabalia Refugee Camp as Atrocity, Urges Immediate Ceasefire

Humanitarian Affairs Official Martin Griffiths Sounds Alarm on Escalating Crisis in Gaza In the wake of Israel’s recent bombing of the Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Martin Griffiths has issued a stark warning of a …

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Minister Nyesom Wike Addresses Rivers State Crisis: Stresses Importance of Political Base

Wike Reacts to Governor Fubara’s Impeachment Threat Amidst Party Wrangling The political landscape in Rivers State is currently in turmoil as the relationship between Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has soured …

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Chief of Army Staff Urges Vigilance: Calls for Action to Halt Recurring Leaks of Official Documents”

Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Issues Warning at Chief Clerks Convention in Kaduna In a bid to address the persistent issue of leaked official documents, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has expressed deep concern and called …

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Governor Otti Unveils Shocking Discovery: Over 80 Bodies Recovered from Kidnappers’ Den in Abia State

Security Operation Reveals Disturbing Findings, Prompts Government Action to Tackle Crime In a startling revelation, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State announced that over 80 bodies have been recovered from a kidnappers’ den in the state. The grim discovery was …

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Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara Defies Impeachment Threat, Challenges Opponents to Justify Allegations

Governor Addresses Crowd After Ally’s Removal, Pledges to Defend Rivers Residents Amidst Political Turmoil In a bold and defiant stance, Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara has declared his resistance against any unjustified attempt to impeach him. The governor, addressing a …

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Tragedy Strikes as Alleged Gunman’s Body Found Following Deadly Shooting Rampage in Maine

Robert Card, Military-Trained Firearms Instructor, Suspected in Killing 18 People, Dies in Apparent Suicide After 48-Hour Manhunt In a chilling turn of events, the body of Robert Card, a 40-year-old military-trained firearms instructor accused of killing 18 people in Lewiston, …

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Supreme Court Rejects Atiku’s Bid for Fresh Evidence, Justice Okoro Cites Jurisdictional Limits, Warns Against Returning to “Dark Old Days”

In a decisive ruling on Thursday, the Supreme Court thwarted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s endeavor to introduce fresh evidence aimed at nullifying the election of President Bola Tinubu. Justice John Inyang Okoro, chairing the 7-man panel, expressed concern that …

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Supreme Court: INEC’s Non-Transmission of Live Results Does Not Affect Election Outcome

Landmark Decision Upholds Presidential Election Result In a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court has declared that the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) failure to transmit election results live did not impact the outcome of the election, as the IREV (INEC …

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Senate Advances Bill to Bar Central Bank Governors from Partisan Politics

Proposed Amendments Aim to Ensure Greater Accountability and Transparency In a significant move, the Nigerian Senate has passed a bill for a second reading, aiming to amend the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act to restrict serving governors from engaging …

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UK Court Rejects P&ID’s $11 Billion Claim Against Nigeria in Landmark Ruling

Five-Year Legal Battle Ends as Justice Declares Judgment “Fraudulently Obtained In a significant legal victory for the Federal Government of Nigeria, the UK court has ruled against Process & Industrial Developments (P&ID) Limited in its pursuit of enforcing an $11 …

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Israel Signals Conditions for Ground Operation in Gaza Amidst Hostage Crisis

IDF Spokesman Outlines Terms for Ceasing Military Action as Defense Minister Estimates Possible Duration Israel has declared that it will refrain from conducting a ground operation in Gaza if the militant group Hamas surrenders “unconditionally” and releases all hostages, according …

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Lagos State Government Takes Stringent Action: Alaba International Market Shut Down

Market Closure Part of Ongoing Crackdown on Poor Environmental Practices In a continued effort to address inadequate environmental sanitation, the Lagos State Government has enforced the closure of the renowned Alaba International Market. This move follows the recent shutdown of …

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President Tinubu Pledges to Address Naira Crisis, Vows to Settle Foreign Exchange Backlog

Assurance Given at Nigeria Economic Summit Amid Naira’s Parallel Market Struggles In response to the ongoing challenges faced by the naira in the parallel market, President Bola Tinubu has committed to clearing the backlog of foreign exchange contracts, a move …

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President Tinubu Declares End to Academic Strikes with Launch of Students Loan Scheme

Landmark Announcement Made at the 29th Nigerian Economic Summit In a significant announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared the end of the era of industrial actions in the nation’s academic environment as his administration gears up to launch the Students …

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Supreme Court Adjourns Appeals Challenging President Tinubu’s Election Victory

Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi Persist in Contesting Election Result Despite Prior Tribunal Ruling In the ongoing legal battle over the outcome of the February 25 election, the Supreme Court has adjourned the appeals challenging the victory of President Bola …

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Tragedy Strikes as Benue State Police Officer and Operatives Killed in Brazen Bank Robbery (videos)

Armed robbers strike Otukpo town, leaving a trail of devastation and casualties The Benue State Police confirmed on Saturday that the Divisional Police Officer of Otukpo, CSP John Adikwu, along with three other officers, lost their lives during a daring …

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Canada Withdraws 41 Diplomats from India Amid Escalating Diplomatic Row

Unilateral Removal of Immunities Sparks Tensions After Sikh Separatist Leader’s Killing In a significant development, Canada has confirmed the withdrawal of 41 diplomats from India, responding to New Delhi’s decision to remove diplomatic immunity for most Canadian diplomats by October …

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Labour Party Condemns N57.6 Billion Vehicle Gift to Legislators, Urges Prioritization of National Economy

Party Criticizes APC Administration’s ‘Insensitivity’ Amidst Economic Hardship The Labour Party (LP) has expressed deep concern and sadness over the reported plan to gift each of the 360 members of the House of Assembly with vehicles worth approximately N160 million …

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Federal Executive Council Approves $1.5 Billion World Bank Budget Support and $80 Million AfDB Financing

Minister of Finance Unveils Concessional Financing for Nigeria’s Economic Growth In a move signaling support for Nigeria’s economic initiatives, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted approval for a substantial $1.5 billion budget support from the World Bank. The announcement …

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President Tinubu to Commission Projects as University of Ilorin Marks Historic Dual Convocation

Milestone Occasion Sees Double Graduation Ceremony and Noteworthy Events President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to commission recently completed projects as part of the university’s combined 37th and 38th convocation ceremonies. This marks a historic occasion as the university graduates …

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Opposition Grows as National Assembly Contemplates Social Media Regulation Bill

Nigerians and Advocacy Groups Voice Concerns Over Potential Restrictions on Freedom of Expression In a recent development, the National Assembly is facing increasing pressure to reject the revived social media regulation bill, a move that has sparked intense debates across …

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President Tinubu Unveils New Leadership for Key Economic Sectors

Strategic Appointments Across Industry, Trade, and Investment Aimed at Fueling Nigeria’s Economic Renaissance In a significant move aimed at reshaping the economic landscape of Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has greenlit a series of key appointments in various agencies and parastatals …

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PDP Presidential Campaign Team Takes Issue with BBC Over Tinubu Certificate Report

Phrank Shaibu Alleges Bias and Lack of Credibility in BBC’s Analysis on Bola Tinubu’s Educational Credentials In a recent turn of events, Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic …

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Israel Demands Release of Hostages for Gaza Siege to End, Says Energy Minister

Water, Fuel, and Electricity Supply Hinges on Safe Return of Israeli Abductees, Announces Israel Katz   In a stern declaration on Thursday, Israel’s Energy Minister, Israel Katz, affirmed that the blockade on Gaza would persist until Hamas releases all hostages …

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