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Atiku’s Aide Faults Power Minister Over ‘Freezers Freezing’ Comment

Paul Ibe, media adviser to ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticised Power Minister Joseph Tegbe over his claim that some Nigerians asked him to slow down because their freezers were freezing too much.

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NiDCOM Defends Claim About Nigerian Detained in India for Visa Overstay

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has defended its account of Ekene Vitus Chukwuma’s detention in India, maintaining that he remained in the country with an expired passport after an opportunity to return to Nigeria.

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Benue CP Warns Politicians Against Recruiting Thugs, Cultists

Benue State Police Commissioner Cletus Nwadiogbu has warned political parties and candidates against recruiting thugs, cult groups and other criminal elements during campaigns, urging stakeholders to uphold peaceful political activities.

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Robotic Surgery Cuts Pain, Shortens Hospital Stay, Surgeons Say

Surgeons at Redeemer’s Health Village in Ogun State say robotic-assisted surgery can reduce pain, blood loss and recovery time, following the facility’s first robotic prostate cancer operation.

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Adebutu Dares Yayi to Sue Over Ogun Indigeneship Dispute

PDP governorship candidate Oladipupo Adebutu has challenged APC candidate Solomon Adeola to take legal action over claims concerning Adeola’s ancestry and Ogun State indigeneship.

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Shettima Clarifies Comment on Northern Governors’ Support for Tinubu

Vice President Kashim Shettima’s office has clarified that his reference to six northern governors supporting Tinubu concerned political consultations before the 2022 APC presidential primary, not the 2023 election campaign.

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Oyo School Abduction Suspects Plead Not Guilty to Amended Charges

Five suspected Ansaru members have pleaded not guilty to seven amended terrorism charges over the alleged abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oyo State.

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FG Begins Six-Week Review of 2025 Tax Laws

The Federal Government has begun a six-week review of the 2025 tax reforms to address implementation gaps, clarify provisions and identify unintended effects ahead of the proposed Finance Bill 2027.

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FG Reviews 1978 Air Deal to Secure More Hajj Slots for Nigerian Airlines

The Federal Government has begun reviewing its 1978 air services agreement with Saudi Arabia to secure more Hajj passenger slots for Nigerian airlines.

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Burna Boy to Headline Halftime Show at 2026 NFL Paris Game

Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy will headline the halftime show at the first regular-season NFL game in Paris, featuring the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints on October 25.

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UI to Shred Unclaimed Certificates After 10 Years, Imposes New Collection Rules

The University of Ibadan has introduced new certificate collection rules, including penalties for delayed collection and a warning that certificates left unclaimed for more than 10 years may be shredded.

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Oxford honours Nigerian trailblazer Princess Akawor Dolor With Global Humanitarian Award

Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist Princess Akawor Dolor has received the Distinguished Award for Social Impact and Humanitarian Leadership at the University of Oxford, recognising her work in business, thyroid-health advocacy, women’s empowerment, and community development.

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