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Court Grants Bail to Activist Harrison Gwamnishu

Edo High Court grants bail to activist Harrison Gwamnishu, detained over a controversial N20 million ransom negotiation for an abducted couple. Read the full details of the case.

Lady: Men Earning N1m-N2m Are Too Poor To Date Me

A Nigerian lady's viral video declaring men who earn N1-2 million monthly as 'poor' and unfit to date her has ignited fierce social media debate. Discover the full story and reactions.

Avon Medical Unveils N200m ICU Facility in Lagos

Avon Medical Practice has opened a N200 million state-of-the-art ICU in Lagos, operating 24/7 with a specialist team. This investment aims to provide world-class critical care locally and reduce the need for medical travel abroad.

$532,828 Grant for Bayelsa Solar Minigrid Project

Shell-funded All On awards a $532,828 grant to Darway Coast Ltd to build a solar hybrid minigrid in Akeddei, Bayelsa. The project aims to connect over 1,000 customers by Q1 2026, boosting clean energy access in the Niger Delta.

Group Storms ICPC, Demands Probe of NMDPRA Chief

A civil society group storms ICPC, demanding an urgent probe into allegations that NMDPRA boss, Engr. Farouk Ahmed, spent $5m on his children's Swiss education. Read the full story.

Reps Committee Denies Extorting JAMB, Refunds N62.7M

The House of Representatives committee has denied allegations of extorting JAMB, revealing it refunded N62.7 million twice. Get the full details on the oversight controversy and the cleared air.

Protests Erupt Over NMDPRA Boss's $5M School Fees

Civil society groups announce coordinated protests in Nigeria, New York, and London, demanding NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed's removal over alleged $5 million school fees scandal. Join the call for accountability.

Shettima launches N1bn family business grants

Vice President Kashim Shettima launched a N1 billion family business grant initiative in Akwa Ibom, empowering 3,000 families. The programme aligns with Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.

Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe

Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.

Girl, 13, dies in fall at abandoned Tenerife hotel

A 13-year-old girl has died after falling inside an abandoned 20-storey hotel in Tenerife. The 'Añaza monstrosity' has been a danger site for over 50 years. Read more on this tragic incident and calls for urgent action.

NDIC Reiterates N5m Deposit Insurance Cover

NDIC MD reassures depositors of N5m insurance cover, details collaboration with CBN for supervision, and warns against Ponzi schemes. Read key insights from Kano Trade Fair.

Court Upholds Ban on VIO Vehicle Impoundment

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.

AFCON 2025: Five Coaches Sacked Before Tournament

A shocking wave of dismissals sees five national team coaches, including Zambia's Avram Grant, fired just days before AFCON 2025 begins in Morocco, raising major concerns over team stability.

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