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TikTokers in banking halls: Why Nigerian banks are losing the trust war By Dr. Akin Olaniyan
The fact that the digital mob spent a whole weekend “dragging a bank” for taking action against one of its…
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Abia disburses N1.2bn to vulnerable groups
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Aug. 3, 2026 The Abia Government has disbursed N1.2 billion to support 81 vulnerable groups through…
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World’s third-smallest country changes name
New Zealand, Aug. 4, 2026 The Pacific Island country of Nauru has changed its name to the Republic of Naoero,…
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Family laments Lopez Cornejo’s death in ICE custody in New Jersey
Edwin Jeovanny Lopez Cornejo of Plainfield New Jersey was taken to a hospital from Delaney Detention Center in Newark on…
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Still on: Conducts that negatively impact public perception of Government… By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533, 0803 251 0193 “Conducts that negatively impact public perception of Government”, published weeks ago, was widely…
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A trusted Nigerian Electoral Commission must deliver in 2027 By Emeka Asinugo
True democracy anchors on one simple but profound principle: the ballot triumphs over the bullet. The ballot represents the peacefully…
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Applications for the 2026 UK Government Chevening Scholarships now open
Abuja, August 3, 2026 Applications for prestigious Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open from 4 August to…
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ASUS, Konga unveil West Africa’s first flagship experience store in Lagos
Nigeria’s technology retail landscape reached another significant milestone on Monday, August 3, 2026, as global technology giant ASUS, in partnership…
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The homecoming ties of Prof Nduka Otiono By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
The don makes it a point of duty to always come home to Nigeria from his duty post as Director,…
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Lumumba reiterates call for Nigeria to embrace innovation, research
By Clara Egbogota Asaba, Aug. 3, 2026 Prof. Patrick Lumumba, a renowned Kenyan Scholar, Lawyer and Pan-Africanist, has urged the…
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Navy rescues three passengers from sea robbers in Akwa Ibom
The Nigerian Navy has rescued three passengers after their boat was attacked by suspected sea robbers on the waterways of…
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Okonjo-Iweala urges Delta govt. to explore global trade opportunities
By Mercy Neme Asaba, Aug. 3, 2026 The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged…
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FFE: Infantino’s solution in search of a problem By UGO ONUOHA
FEDERATION of International Football Association [FIFA] which is the global body in charge of football, is awash with cash. And…
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From Emilokan to Bulldog Brower By Lasisi Olagunju
A grandson of Uganda’s former military ruler, Idi Amin Dada, is Aziz Abdul, better known as “Ringo.” Like his grandfather,…
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Uzodimma congratulates new NAWOJ Chairperson, Okere
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has congratulated Mrs. Bibian Oluchi Okere on her election as the new Chairperson of…
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RCCG’s 74th Annual Convention kicks off Monday, August 3, 2026; Theme: MOUNTAIN MOVERS
All is set for the beginning of the 74th Annual Convention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) which…
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Team Nigeria finishes 7th at Glasgow 2026, tops African Medal Table
Team Nigeria finished the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as the best-performing African nation, placing seventh on the final medal…
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Presidency replies Atiku, defends Tinubu’s economic reforms
The Presidency has rejected former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, saying his claims are…
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Kwankwaso welcomes APC defectors into NDC in Kano
The Vice-Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has welcomed a group of people who…
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NDDC to sustain women’s economic empowerment
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, says it will not relent in promoting women’s economic empowerment and gender equality through…
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Dangote, Sinoma sign $800 Million MOU to expand Itori Cement Plant capacity to 12 MTA
Dangote Industries Limited and Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd. have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) valued…
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NIMASA, Mission to Seafarers strengthen partnership on seafarers
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the welfare and wellbeing of Nigerian…
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Africa is rich, doesn’t need aid – Jimoh Ibrahim
By Tiamiyu Prudence Arobani New York, Aug. 2, 2026 Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the UN, says…
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2027: INEC publishes particulars of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Abuja, Aug. 1, 2026 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday published the personal particulars of…
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FAAN clarifies on MMIA fire, says smoke from suppression system
By Itohan Abara-Laserian Lagos, Aug. 2, 2026 The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has clarified that there was no…
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