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Roy: I Witnessed Monarchs Receiving “Ghana-Must-Go” Bags From the President During My Time in the Military

Ambassador Okhidievbie Roy, a seasoned security expert, has offered candid insights into the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria, drawing from personal experiences in his military days. In an exclusive interview with Silverbird Television, Roy reflected on the once-crucial role traditional rulers played in maintaining security within local communities. He expressed concern that many of […]

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Nigeria Must Stop Exporting Raw Materials Like Crude Oil – AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina

Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has urged African leaders, including Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, to end the continued export of raw materials if the continent is to move out of poverty. Despite Africa being abundantly blessed with raw materials essential for global manufacturing, the region contributes less than 2% to

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Stop Behaving Like a Sole Administrator, VP Shettima Cautions NAHCON Chairman

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reportedly cautioned Professor Abdullahi Saleh-Usman, the chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), over his alleged unilateral approach to decision-making within the commission. In a letter addressed to the NAHCON chief, Shettima expressed concerns over alleged breaches of due process, including violations of procurement guidelines, marginalization of board

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“People Don’t Know It’s a Ponzi Scheme”: Nigerian Man Names Platform Similar to Cbex

A Nigerian content creator has sparked online conversation after exposing a financial platform he suspects operates like a Ponzi scheme, warning that many users are unaware of its true nature. Speaking via his TikTok handle, @emperoryrn, the man known simply as Emperor shared that some people are currently investing in a platform that he believes

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36 Cows Killed, 42 Poisoned in Plateau as Governor Mutfwang Imposes Night Grazing Ban

The tension in Plateau State deepened on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, after an incident in the Bassa Local Government Area led to the death of dozens of cattle. According to reports, 36 cows were killed and another 42 poisoned at the Tafi Gana junction, an area known for recent conflicts. The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders

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Prepare Yourselves: Schools, Banks, and Government Offices to Close for 48 Hours — Here’s Why

In observance of the upcoming Easter celebrations, schools, banks, and government offices across Nigeria will remain closed for 48 hours on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. This announcement follows the Federal Government’s declaration of public holidays to mark the Christian holy period. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement, confirming the

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FCCPC Seals Shops in Abuja Over Sale of Fake Foreign Rice, Arrests Made

Abuja, FCT – The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), on Tuesday, April 15, carried out an extensive raid on Utako Market in Abuja, targeting businesses involved in selling repackaged local rice as imported brands. The operation, supported by police officers and other security personnel, led to the closure of several shops and the

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Sultan of Sokoto Labels Social Media a “Terrorist Organisation,” Calls for Urgent Action

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has stirred conversation after describing social media as a “terrorist organisation,” citing its growing influence in spreading disinformation and provoking civil unrest across Nigeria. Speaking at the 7th Executive Committee Meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, the Sultan expressed

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Peru’s Former President and First Lady Sentenced to 15 Years Imprisonment

A Peruvian court has sentenced the country’s former president, Ollanta Humala, to 15 years behind bars after he was convicted of money laundering charges linked to his presidential campaigns in 2006 and 2011. Humala was found guilty of receiving illegal campaign financing from the Brazilian construction giant Odebrecht, which has been at the center of

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Complete List: MMM, CBEX, QNet and 47 Other Pønzi Schemes That Scαmmed Nigerians

Over the last ten years, Nigeria has witnessed an alarming rise in the number of Ponzi schemes that have swindled millions of unsuspecting citizens, disguising themselves as “investment platforms,” “cooperatives,” or “donation networks.” These fraudulent operations have taken advantage of economic challenges and widespread financial desperation to lure people with promises of unrealistic profits. The

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JAMB Warns 2025 UTME Candidates Against Fraudulent Text Messages

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cautioned candidates preparing for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to be on alert for scam messages designed to mislead and defraud them. In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja, the board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, made it clear that the messages currently circulating are not

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EFCC Assures CBEX Investors of Fund Recovery: “We Are Working On It”

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has offered a ray of hope to Nigerians who lost funds in the now-defunct trading platform, CBEX. The anti-graft agency says efforts are already underway to ensure that investors get their money back. This assurance was given on Wednesday by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale during an interview on

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House of Reps Summons Rivers Sole Administrator for Oversight Session

The House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee overseeing developments in Rivers State has summoned the state’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retired), to appear before it for an interactive session scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025. Naturenex reports that the invitation was confirmed by Akin Rotimi (Jnr), the spokesperson for the House, following the committee’s

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‘Defend Yourselves’ – Plateau Governor Mutfwang Urges Communities Amid Fresh Attacks

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has urged residents across the state to take responsibility for their own safety following another wave of deadly attacks attributed to suspected armed herders. Naturenex reports that in the past two weeks, more than 100 individuals have lost their lives in a series of violent incidents across Bassa Local Government

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