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A renewed paternity dispute involving Nigerian music star Davido has sparked fresh debate online after the mother of a 13-year-old girl demanded an independent DNA test.

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Davido Denies Paternity as Alleged Teenage Daughter’s Mother Calls for Fresh DNA Test
Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known as Davido, has publicly denied claims that he is the father of a 13-year-old girl after her mother renewed calls for a fresh DNA test, reigniting a long-ru...
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January 17, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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As diet-related diseases overtake infectious illnesses in Nigeria, journalists are being trained to report on food choices that could save lives and the planet.

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Nigeria’s Rising Diet Crisis: Journalists Trained on Planetary Health Diet as NCD Deaths Surge
Journalists and civil society groups in Nigeria have been urged to play a stronger role in reshaping the country’s food system, as new data shows non-communicable diseases now account for nearly one-t...
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January 16, 2026 at 8:57 AM
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Sterling Bank and partners lead a nationwide environmental cleanup across 17 states, tackling plastic waste and boosting community climate action.

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Sterling Bank Leads Nationwide Environmental Cleanup Across 17 Nigerian States
Sterling Bank, through the Sterling One Foundation, has led a nationwide environmental cleanup across 17 states in Nigeria, mobilising communities to tackle plastic waste and protect public spaces. Th...
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January 15, 2026 at 10:39 AM
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Police in Edo State say no peaceful protester was arrested during the Ekpoma demonstrations, as security agencies moved in to curb violence, misinformation, and rising criminal activity.

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Ekpoma Protest: Police Deploy Heavy Security, Arrest 52 Suspects Over Violence Claims
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 52 suspects following violent disruptions during a protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, saying the operation was aimed at stoppi...
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January 14, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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Nigeria’s Customs Service has rolled out a new operating framework for courier companies, tightening oversight on Delivered Duty Paid shipments to curb revenue leakages and improve trade transparency.

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Nigeria Customs Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Under DDP Regime
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has begun implementing a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for courier companies operating under the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) regime, a move aimed at strengthen...
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January 13, 2026 at 8:39 AM
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A Nigerian leadership expert, Dr Victor Etukinyang, has been awarded an honorary doctorate by a US-based professional body, in recognition of his contributions to leadership development and human capital growth.

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Dr Victor Etukinyang Awarded Honorary Doctorate by US-based Leadership Institute
Dr Victor Etukinyang has been conferred with a Doctoral Research Fellowship (Honorary Doctorate) by the Chartered Institute of Leadership Manpower and Management Development (CILMMD), a professional b...
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January 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Delta Police redeploy Jesse DPO and detain officer after viral video alleges ₦2.5m extortion. X-Squad investigation underway.

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Delta Police Redeploy Jesse DPO, Probe Alleged ₦2.5m Extortion After Viral Video
The Delta State Police Command has ordered the redeployment of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jesse Division, CSP Chidi Nwabuzor, following allegations of a ₦2.5 million extortion captured in ...
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January 11, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Ned Nwoko disputes claims around Regina Daniels’ drug test, saying temporary abstinence does not erase earlier medical findings.

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Regina Daniels Drug Test: Ned Nwoko Says ‘Temporary Abstinence Is Not Sobriety’
Senator Ned Nwoko has dismissed claims that a recent negative drug test involving his wife, actress Regina Daniels, proves she has never used drugs, describing the narrative as “misleading and disinge...
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January 10, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Unity Bank disburses ₦270m to 30 NYSC entrepreneurs, raising total beneficiaries to 608 as it boosts youth employment and MSMEs.

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Unity Bank Disburses ₦270m Grants to NYSC Entrepreneurs Nationwide
Unity Bank Plc says it has disbursed over ₦270 million in grants to winners of its Corpreneurship Challenge, a youth entrepreneurship programme run in partnership with the National Youth Service Corps...
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January 9, 2026 at 8:35 AM
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Fear and uncertainty gripped parts of Oyo State on Tuesday night after suspected gunmen attacked a National Park facility, leaving several officers dead or injured.

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Five Feared Dead as Gunmen Attack National Park Facility in Oyo
Five people are feared dead after suspected bandits attacked personnel of the National Park Service (NPS) in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The attack occurred at about 9pm on Tuesda...
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January 8, 2026 at 9:28 AM
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Nigeria’s 2025 Tax Reform Acts promise tax relief for low-income earners, digital reforms and a business-friendly fiscal system, says NTPIC chair.

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Nigeria’s 2025 Tax Reform Acts Aim to Protect Low-Income Earners, Boost Investment — Joseph Tegbe
Nigeria’s newly enacted Tax Reform Acts 2025 will protect low-income earners, simplify tax administration and create a more predictable business environment, according to Joseph Tegbe, Chairman of the...
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January 7, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has warned Nigerians applying to join the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) not to pay any money, after reports that cyber cafés and agents are charging applicants up to ₦15,000 illegally.

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PSC Warns Nigerians Against Illegal ₦15,000 Charges for Police Recruitment
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has warned Nigerians applying to join the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) not to pay any money, after reports that cyber cafés and agents are charging applicants up to ₦...
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January 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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LASTMA’s boss says media collaboration is boosting public trust, traffic compliance and road safety across Lagos.

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Bakare-Oki Hails Media Partnership as LASTMA Targets Safer Lagos Roads
The General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has praised media practitioners for what he described as sustained and professional coverage of the a...
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January 5, 2026 at 10:17 AM
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Graphic videos from accident scenes are spreading online in Nigeria, raising urgent questions about empathy, duty of care, and the cost of choosing cameras over compassion.

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WHEN CAMERAS REPLACE COMPASSION: NIGERIA’S GROWING CULTURE OF RECORDING ACCIDENT SCENES By Ralph Oguntibeju
Nigeria is witnessing a disturbing shift in public behaviour as accident scenes increasingly become content for social media rather than emergencies demanding urgent help. A recent crash on New Year’s...
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January 4, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Anambra Govt rejects a chieftaincy title linked to Bianca Ojukwu, calling it fake and warning against threats to traditional institutions.

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Anambra Govt Rejects Bianca Ojukwu’s Chieftaincy Title, Calls It Fake
The Anambra State Government has dismissed as “fake and not recognised” a chieftaincy title reportedly conferred on Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, warning t...
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January 3, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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As Nigeria steps into 2026, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Ondo State has called on citizens to renew their commitment to unity, peace and national development, describing the New Year as a moment for reflection and collective responsibility.

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NOA Urges Nigerians to Sustain Unity, National Commitment in 2026
The National Orientation Agency (NOA), Ondo State Directorate, has urged Nigerians to remain committed to national unity, patriotism and responsible citizenship as the country enters the New Year. The...
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January 2, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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Former AGF Abubakar Malami, his wife and son have been remanded in Kuje Prison after EFCC arraignment over alleged ₦8.7bn money laundering.

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EFCC Arraigns Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, Wife and Son Over Alleged ₦8.7bn Money Laundering
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and their son,...
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December 31, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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Peter Obi says insults from rivals will not stop him from contesting Nigeria’s presidency in 2027, insisting that leadership is about service, not name-calling.

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Peter Obi Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Shrugs Off Insults
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has reaffirmed his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, dismissing insults and personal attacks from political opponents. Speaking ...
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December 30, 2025 at 7:34 AM
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NDLEA rearrests an ex-convict as cocaine hidden in liquid starch bound for the UK is intercepted, alongside nationwide drug seizures.

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Ex-Convict Arrested as NDLEA Intercepts UK-Bound Cocaine Hidden in Liquid Starch
Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a previously convicted drug trafficker and three others over an attempt to smuggle cocaine concealed in liquid starch sachets to the...
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December 29, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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Fidelity Bank donates firefighting equipment to Ikoyi Fire Station as authorities warn of rising dry-season fire risks in Lagos.

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Fidelity Bank Donates Firefighting Equipment to Ikoyi Fire Station
Fire outbreaks often escalate quickly in Lagos, especially during the dry and festive season when fireworks, faulty wiring and fuel storage increase risks. Emergency services say access to functional ...
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December 28, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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A US-based security institute names NDLEA chairman Mohamed Buba Marwa Security Leader of the Year 2025 for reform and results.

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US-based Institute Names NDLEA Boss Marwa Security Leader Of the Year 2025
A Texas-based security research and strategy organisation has named the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (...
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December 27, 2025 at 7:34 AM
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From busy markets in Onitsha to neighbourhoods in Benin City, Knorr is using food, culture and generosity to bring festive cheer to communities across Nigeria.

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Knorr Takes ‘Share The Good’ Campaign to 30 Nigerian Communities
Knorr, one of Nigeria’s best-known seasoning brands, has launched a nationwide festive outreach that will reach 30 communities and 21 markets, serving free meals and hosting cultural activities across...
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December 26, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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Olokuns Media Network celebrates Hon Fatoki Abiodun Olumide’s birthday as the CAC-registered platform prepares to launch online news reporting.

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December 25, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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Nigeria hosts its first WBB Heavyweight Championship as unbeaten Ike Ibeabuchi returns to face Kabiru Towolawi in Lagos.

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History Beckons, As Undefeated Ibeabuchi Fights Resilient Towolawi In a WBBHC Title In Nigeria
By Shakirudeen Bankole History is about to be made as two Nigerian professional boxers prepare to face each other in an unprecedented bout for the World Boxing Bureau Heavyweight Championship (WBBHC) ...
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December 23, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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Prophet Biyi Ogunbamowo marks 65 with a Lagos book launch, urging Christians to rediscover purpose, discipline and faith amid modern distractions.

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Nigerian Christendom Stood Still for Prophet Adebiyi Ogunbamowo at 65th Birthday Book Launch
By Shakirudeen Bankole It was glitz and glamour over the weekend at the Grace of Glory Church in the Opebi area of Lagos, as religious leaders and devoted worshippers gathered to celebrate one of the ...
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December 22, 2025 at 7:35 AM