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English FA Cup Matches to Include Ramadan Break for Muslim Players

This week’s English FA Cup matches will briefly pause to allow Muslim players to break their fast during Ramadan. The holy month, which runs through March this year, sees Muslims worldwide abstaining from food and drink during daylight hours. The English Football Association stated in their fifth-round fact sheet that players observing Ramadan will be given a short break in play to break…
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Super Eagles Camp Opens In Kigali On 16th March

U.S. President Donald Trump Heads Task Force for 2026 World Cup

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Jose Mourinho Files Lawsuit Against Galatasaray Over Racism Allegations

Jose Mourinho has filed a lawsuit against Galatasaray after the club accused him of making racist statements. The Fenerbahçe manager was accused by Galatasaray following Monday’s Istanbul derby. On Tuesday, the Portuguese coach’s Turkish club released a statement clarifying that his comments had been completely taken out of context. Mourinho was later banned for four matches and fined…
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Super Eagles Camp Opens In Kigali On 16th March

U.S. President Donald Trump Heads Task Force for 2026 World Cup

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Police Rescue Five Kidnapped Worshippers in Delta State

Security operatives in Delta State have successfully rescued five kidnapped worshippers following a raid on a criminal hideout in Ubuluku forest. The victims, all members of Elyon Paradise Ministry, Ogwashi-Uku, were abducted during a church vigil on February 22, 2025, while their pastor sustained gunshot injuries and remains hospitalized. Following the incident, Commissioner of Police, CP…
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IGP Egbetokun Orders Posting of 25 Senior Police Officers in Major Reorganization

NDLEA Nabs Notorious Drug Lord After 17 Years on the Run

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Senator Abdulaziz Yari Expands Scholarship Initiative to Benefit More Zamfara Students

Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar (Marafan Sokoto) has further expanded his Scholarship Initiative, increasing educational opportunities for indigent students across Zamfara State. As part of the latest phase, 50 additional students from all 14 local government areas of the state have been awarded full scholarships to study various undergraduate courses at Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, Kano…
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8% of Nigerians Suffer from Glaucoma – Experts Raise Alarm at Free Eye Screening in Sokoto

Rivers Assembly Blocks Gov. Fubara from Presenting 2025 Appropriation Bill

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Niger State Government Abolishes Taxation on Hawkers and Petty Traders

The Niger State Government has officially banned the taxation of hawkers and petty traders across the state to alleviate financial burdens on small-scale entrepreneurs. The decision, announced from the Government House in Minna, aims to curb exploitation and ensure that low-income earners operate without undue financial pressure. The state government emphasized that Local Government Council…
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8% of Nigerians Suffer from Glaucoma – Experts Raise Alarm at Free Eye Screening in Sokoto

Rivers Assembly Blocks Gov. Fubara from Presenting 2025 Appropriation Bill

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Zamfara Government Establishes Small Claims Court to Improve Justice Delivery

The Zamfara State Government has introduced a Small Claims Court to enhance the swift delivery of justice, as stakeholders convened to review a bill for the establishment of an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre in the state. The review meeting, held at the Command Guest House in Gusau, was organized by the Zamfara State Ministry of Justice with support from the non-governmental…
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8% of Nigerians Suffer from Glaucoma – Experts Raise Alarm at Free Eye Screening in Sokoto

Rivers Assembly Blocks Gov. Fubara from Presenting 2025 Appropriation Bill

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Zamfara NSCDC Strengthens Private Guard Companies’ Role in Security Efforts

The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) has emphasized that conventional security agencies alone cannot fully address the state’s escalating security challenges. It stressed the need for enhanced training and collaboration with Private Guard Companies (PGCs) to strengthen security efforts. State Commandant Sani Mustapha made this known during the…
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IGP Egbetokun Orders Posting of 25 Senior Police Officers in Major Reorganization

GOVERNOR FUBARA INVITES 27 HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY MEMBERS TO GOVERNMENT HOUSE

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Court Blocks Zamfara Assembly’s Attempt to Sack APC Lawmaker

The Federal High Court in Gusau, Zamfara State, has stopped the Zamfara State House of Assembly from proceeding with its move to sack Hon. Aliyu Ango Kagara, the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker representing Talata Mafara South Constituency. This decision followed a lawsuit (FHC/GSCS/10/2025) filed by Kagara against the Zamfara State House of Assembly, its Speaker, and the Independent…
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Rivers Assembly Blocks Gov. Fubara from Presenting 2025 Appropriation Bill

PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES RENAMING OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION KANO TO YUSUF MAITAMA SULE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION

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Ex-NYSC DG Brig-Gen Tsiga Freed After N250 Million Ransom Payment

Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has regained his freedom after spending 22 days in captivity. His release reportedly came after the payment of a N250 million ransom to his abductors. A reliable source confirmed the development, stating that a family member disclosed Tsiga’s release on Friday. He was abducted on…
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GOVERNOR FUBARA INVITES 27 HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY MEMBERS TO GOVERNMENT HOUSE

Former Presidential Aide, Doyin Okupe, Passes Away at 72

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ASOHON Calls for Stronger Implementation of Child Rights Act to Boost Foster Care in Nigeria

The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON) has raised concerns over the inadequate implementation of the Child Rights Act, 2003, which continues to hinder the growth of foster care in various parts of the country. Speaking at the opening of a two-day seminar in Abuja, ASOHON’s National President, Rev. Gabriel Oyediji, emphasized the urgent need for nationwide…
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GOVERNOR FUBARA INVITES 27 HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY MEMBERS TO GOVERNMENT HOUSE

Former Presidential Aide, Doyin Okupe, Passes Away at 72