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target=_blank>Abia schools, offices, markets close for #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Residents of Umuahia, the Abia State capital, joined others across the country to protest the continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. All public institutions, including schools, banks and markets, were shut down as a result of the protest. There were restrictions on vehicular
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target=_blank>Enugu in quiet solidarity with #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest
From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Enugu streets were unusually empty on Monday as residents opted to stay indoors in quiet solidarity with the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest rather than join physical demonstrations. The protest, declared by activist Omoyele Sowore, had called for nationwide street marches demanding the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra
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target=_blank>Yvonne Jegede reacts to Regina Daniels’ marital drama
By Seyi Babalola Yvonne Jegede, a Nollywood actress, has commented on Regina Daniels’ marital turmoil with Sen. Ned Nwoko. On her Instagram page, Yvonne spoke out against individuals who mocked the situation and dismissed Regina’s appeal for aid. “You see you people on this internet, you people cannot even be real. You people can’t be
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target=_blank>UNIMED pioneer VC inducted into US National Academy of Medicine
From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) Ondo, Professor Friday Okonofua, has been inducted into the United States of America National Academy of Medicine. According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the university, Mr. Isaac Oluyi, the Academy’s 2024 class of newly elected members were
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target=_blank>EPL: Why I rejected Man Utd offer – Klopp
Jurgen Klopp, former Liverpool manager, has stated that he turned down the opportunity to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United. Klopp mentioned this on Steve Bartlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast on Monday. The German left Anfield in the summer of 2024 after nine years with the club. But United had approached him in
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target=_blank>Davido opens hostel to honour late mother at Clifford University
Cubana Chief Priest pays fees of 50 students From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has inaugurated a female hostel at Clifford University, Owerrinta, Abia State, in honour of his late mother, Dr. Veronica Adeleke. This is even as entertainment guru, Mr. Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief
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target=_blank>Nnamdi Kanu protest shuts down Imo
From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Activities in Owerri, the Imo State capital, and its environs have been paralysed following the ongoing protest for the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Despite the protest led by the publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, in Abuja, its effect weighed down on
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target=_blank>Security operatives disperse #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protesters in Abuja
The Omoyele Sowore-led #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protesters in Abuja have been forcefully dispersed by a joint detachment of defence and security operatives. According to reports on Monday, the protesters, including Sowore Barr. Aloy Ejimakor and others converged around the Nigeria Communications Commission NCC headquarters in Maitama. They reportedly chanted “Free Nnamdi Kanu Now” while warning the police
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target=_blank>Benue APC pledges support for Tinubu, Alia reelection in 2027
Lauds Foundation for honouring Governor Alia From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The All Progressives Congress (APC), Benue State chapter, has pledged to stand behind both Governor Hyacinth Alia and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to achieve their reelection come 2027. The Chairman of APC in Benue, Chief Benjamin Omale, stated this after the Tiavnyam Development Foundation (TDF)
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target=_blank>Troops foil terrorists’ attack in Borno
From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army said its troops of Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI under the 21 Special Armoured Brigade on October 17 successfully foiled an attack planned by Boko Haram terrorists around Kashimri general area of Bama Local Government Area, Borno State. Acting Director Army Public Relations Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele,
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target=_blank>Premiership: P’Harcourt Fans Win Prizes In MTN’s Predict, Win Show
Four soccer fans in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, have won different prizes in MTN’s Predict and Win raffle draw during the Premiership match between Liverpool and Manchester United. MTN, which sponsored the match, which Manchester United won by 2-1 and watched by more than 300 fans at n12 Lounge in Rumuola Link Road,…
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target=_blank>Free Nnamdi Kanu Protest Has Killed Tribalism – Ex-Ohanaeze VP
The immediate past Vice President of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief Damian Okeke Ogene, has described the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest as the end of tribalism in Nigeria. This is coming as all markets, banks and offices were shut down in Anambra State in solidarity for the protest across the country. The major markets, such as Onitsha main market,…
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target=_blank>UNILORIN 40th Convocation: 316 Bag First Class
The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) will this week graduate over 14,000 students as part of its 40th Convocation and 50th Anniversary celebrations, marking another milestone in the institution’s steady rise as one of Nigeria’s most stable and innovative universities. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Wahab Olasupo Egbewole (SAN), who announced this on Monday during the convocation…
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target=_blank>Onanuga Slams Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer, Ejimakor For Joining Sowore-Led Protest
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has criticised Aloy Ejimakor, one of the lawyers representing detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, for participating in a protest organised in Abuja by activist Omoyele Sowore. In a post on his official X handle, Onanuga said he was surprised to see Ejimakor…
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target=_blank>#EndSARS: Falz Vows To Keep Victims’ Stories Alive
Nigerian rapper and activist, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has once again paid tribute to the victims of the October 20, 2020 Lekki Toll Gate shooting, pledging to keep their memories alive despite alleged attempts to erase the incident from history. In an emotional post shared on his verified Instagram page on Monday, Falz…
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target=_blank>Troops Foil Boko Haram Attack In Borno
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, have successfully foiled a planned attack by Boko Haram terrorists in the Kashimri general area of Bama Local Government Area, Borno State. The operation, conducted on October 17, 2025, under the 21 Special Armoured Brigade, led to the destruction of several insurgent camps and the neutralization…
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target=_blank>OTL: Ministers, Regulators, Others To Advance Solutions To Energy Challenges
Chief Executive Officer, The Oil Trading and Logistics (OTL) Downstream Development in Africa Ltd./Gte, Joyce Akabogu, has said that ministers, regulators from four West African countries and other prominent speakers and stakeholders will identify challenges and proffer solutions to energy challenges in Nigeria and some other African countries. She said they will speak during the…
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target=_blank>Ododo Flags Off Distribution Of Transformers
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has flagged off the distribution and installation of 30 units of 500kVA transformers across the three senatorial districts of the state. The project aims to enhance electricity supply, boost economic activities, and improve the overall quality of life for Kogi residents. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony yesterday at the…
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target=_blank>#FreeNnamdiKanuNow: Live Bullets Were Fired At Us – Sowore
The 2023 Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) and Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has accused security operatives of launching an unprovoked attack on peaceful protesters during Monday’s #FreeNnamdiKanuNow rally in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Speaking on the Monday edition of The Morning Brief on Channels Television, Sowore, a publisher of Sahara Reporter,…
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target=_blank>Ewhrudjakpo Condemns Proliferation Of Diverse Christian Groups
The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has expressed concern over the proliferation of different Christian organisations in the country. The deputy governor stated that the development has caused a lack of unity and divisive tendencies within the Body of Christ. Ewhrudjakpo stated this at the weekend in Yenagoa when the State’s chapter of…
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