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target=_blank>IPOB urges global powers to secure Kanu’s release
From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on the United Nations, African Union, European Union, and United States to intervene in the detention of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, citing multiple court rulings and UN opinions ordering his release. In a statement, IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, urged
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target=_blank>How food companies exploit festive periods into a public health trap
From Idu Jude, Abuja Festive periods occupy a strategic place in the marketing calendars of Big Food corporations. National and religious holidays such as Christmas, New Year, Easter, Eid-el-Fitr, and Eid-el-Kabir provide predictable moments of heightened consumption, social gathering, and emotional openness. Food and beverage advertising during these periods does not merely promote products; it
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target=_blank>Atiku’s camp debunks 2027 election withdrawal report
By John Ogunsemore The camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has again debunked a report that he has ruled himself out of contesting in the 2027 general election. The report which circulated on social media claimed that Atiku has backed his political ally, Peter Obi for a single term ahead of the next presidential
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target=_blank>Somaliland: Nigeria calls for respect of sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity of Somalia
From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government has called for respect of the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity of Somalia. The call by the government follows Israel’s recognition of the Somaliland region of the Federal Republic of Somalia as an independent state. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Kimiebi
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target=_blank>The tables have turned – US congressman speaks on airstrikes
United States Congressman Riley Moore has stated that the tables have turned for terrorists in Nigeria after the “present” they received from President Donald Trump on Christmas Day. Speaking on the US military airstrikes in Sokoto, Nigeria, on December 25, Moore pointed out that the bombardment was meant to end the killing of Christians in
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target=_blank>Top 20 clubs ranked by 2025 squad value gains
Paris Saint-Germain posted the largest squad market value increase of any club in 2025, adding €338 million largely thanks to their Champions League triumph in May that boosted player valuations, according to new data by Transfermarkt. The respected football information website published the top 20 list of clubs that have gained the most market value
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target=_blank>Chidoka: South-East Nigeria safe, open for business
From Kenneth Udeh, Enugu Former Minister of Aviation Chief Osita Chidoka has called on Nigerians and the international community to look beyond negative narratives about the South-East, affirming that the region remains open for business, travel, and communal life. In a reflective message shared on Saturday, Chidoka pushed back against attempts to define societies solely
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target=_blank>Kebbi governor charges new Forest Guards on professionalism in fighting terrorism
From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has charged the first batch of Nigerian Forest Guard graduands in Kebbi State to be courageous, disciplined, and respectful of human rights. Idris, represented by the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, at the passing-out parade ceremony in Birnin Kebbi, outlined their critical role
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target=_blank>Airstrikes: It’s too early to claim victory – Sani cautions US congressman
By John Ogunsemore Former Senator for Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has cautioned Member of the United States House of Representatives, Riley Moore, against hasty claims of victory over terrorists in Nigeria. Sani issued the note of caution in an X post of Sunday after Moore’s glowing praise of precision strikes launched by the US against
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target=_blank>Saddest news I ever got – Muyiwa Ademola mourns actress Allwell Ademola’s death
By John Ogunsemore Nollywood actor, Muyiwa Ademola has mourned the death of his cousin and colleague, Allwell Ademola, describing it as one of the saddest news he ever received. Allwell died aged 43 on Saturday after suffering a heart attack in her home, Daily Sun learnt. News of her death sparked a wave of
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target=_blank>NIRSAL Plc Facilitates Over N100bn Loans To Boost Agriculture Value Chain In 2025
The Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) Plc, a non-bank financial institution wholly owned by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), facilitated over ₦100 billion in loans across Nigeria’s agricultural value chain in 2025. The volume of financing facilitated during the year placed NIRSAL at the forefront of efforts to de-risk agricultural…
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target=_blank>Middle Belt Forum Backs US On Anti-Terrorism Fight In Nigeria
The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has expressed strong support for recent United States air strikes against terrorist organisations in Nigeria, urging American forces to extend operations to major insurgent strongholds, including the Sambisa Forest, Goza axis in Borno State and the Lake Chad region. The National President of the Forum, Dr. Bitrus Pogu, stated this…
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target=_blank>Yuletide: Akinyemi Distributes Relief Packages To Residents, Declares Support For Oyebanji
No fewer than 5,000 residents of Ekiti State benefited from a humanitarian outreach organised by Ekiti-born entrepreneur, Mr. Jide Akinyemi, as part of activities marking the 2025 Christmas season. The outreach, tagged “Ekiti Christmas Box of Love ’25,” was organised by the Jide Akinyemi Foundation (JAF), a charitable organisation committed to empowering lives and promoting…
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target=_blank>Kano: 9 Bandits, Vigilante Killed In Overnight Gun Battle
At least nine suspected bandits have been killed while one vigilante lost his life during an overnight gun battle between armed bandits and Nigerian military forces in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. The clash occurred at Bakaji and Unguwar Garma in the Goron Dutse area when the bandits reportedly stormed the communities around…
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target=_blank>Ex-Rep Urges Sanwo-Olu To Boost Welfare Interventions For PLWDs
A former federal lawmaker representing Lagos Mainland Constituency, Femi Shofolahan, has urged Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and governments at all levels to intensify welfare interventions for Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWDs), particularly in housing, employment and social support. Shofolahan made the call in Lagos while speaking as guest speaker at the 2025 Christmas get-together…
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target=_blank>Eyo Festival Shows Culture, Tradition Hold Huge Tourism Potential – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has described the Eyo Festival in Lagos as a powerful reminder that Nigeria’s culture and traditions hold immense tourism potential and can serve as vital assets for national development. The President made this remark on Saturday at the grand finale of the week-long 2025 Eyo Festival held at the Tafawa Balewa Square,…
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target=_blank>Don Commends Tinubu’s Decisive Steps To Tackle Nigeria’s Security Challenges
A university don and real estate business mogul, Mr. Aminu Suleiman, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as decisive steps taken by his administration to address Nigeria’s security challenges. Suleiman said the renewed focus on security is beginning to yield positive results, particularly in the reduction of criminal activities and the…
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target=_blank>Elumelu Family Donates Food Items To Orphanages
The family of billionaire philanthropist and business leader, Tony Elumelu, has donated food items to orphanage homes across Lagos, Edo and Delta states as part of its end-of-year humanitarian outreach aimed at supporting vulnerable children. The donation exercise, which covered six orphanage homes in Lagos State and three each in Edo and Delta states, was…
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target=_blank>FedPoly Oko Rector, Awuzie, Bags Chieftaincy Title
The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, has been honoured with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Nwanyikaibeya I of Lude by the traditional ruler of Lude Ahiara Autonomous Community in Imo State, His Royal Highness Eze Cyril Uwaoma. The ceremony took place on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the…
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target=_blank>APC Nat’l Chairman Yilwatda Donates N10m, Farm Inputs To Plateau Farmers
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has donated ₦10 million, alongside seedlings and other agricultural inputs, to farmers in Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State, as part of efforts to boost food security and support grassroots livelihoods. Yilwatda made the donation on Saturday at his home community of…
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