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VIPs Panic as Tinubu Orders Withdrawal of Police Escorts Nationwide

A wave of anxiety has gripped several prominent personalities across the country following President Bola Tinubu’s directive ordering the withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs. The Presidency announced on Sunday that police officers assigned as escorts would be recalled and redeployed to core policing duties. Henceforth, VIPs seeking official protection are to request armed personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). Following the announcement, police headquarters has reportedly been flooded with calls from concerned VIPs seeking clarification. […]

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ASUU–FG Renegotiation Ends Today as Union Sets Wednesday NEC Meeting

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced that its ongoing renegotiation meeting with the Federal Government, which began on Monday, will conclude today (Tuesday). In a statement released on Tuesday, the union said its National Executive Council (NEC) will meet on Wednesday to review the outcome of the discussions and determine its next steps regarding a possible nationwide strike. “The renegotiation meeting commenced on Monday and is scheduled to conclude today. Immediately after this phase, the National Executive […]

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Former Lagos CPS Prince Bayo Osiyemi Dies at 75

Prince Bayo Osiyemi, former Chief Press Secretary to Lagos State’s first civilian governor, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, has died at the age of 75. A statement released by his family announced that he passed away early on November 24. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, grandfather, and esteemed community leader, Prince Bayo Osiyemi,” the family said. “While we mourn his loss deeply, we also celebrate his well-lived life and the countless individuals […]

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Entertainment

Bollywood Icon Dharmendra Dies at 89

Dharmendra, the legendary Bollywood actor affectionately known as the “He-Man” of Indian cinema, has passed away at the age of 89. His illustrious career spanned more than six decades, featuring over 250 films that cemented his place as one of the most enduring stars of Indian cinema. Born Dharam Singh Deol on December 8, 1935, in Punjab, Dharmendra moved to Mumbai in 1958 after winning a celebrity magazine’s talent competition. He made his film debut in 1960 with the melodrama […]

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Breaking: Oyo Governor Presents ₦892 Billion Budget Proposal for 2026

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Monday presented a proposed budget of ₦891,985,074,480.79 for the 2026 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly in Ibadan, describing the figure as both ambitious and necessary to drive the state’s next phase of development. The governor outlined a spending plan focused on infrastructure, social services, and sustained economic expansion. He emphasized that the proposal reflects ongoing commitments to education, healthcare, rural development, and major capital projects across the state. At the core […]

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Atiku Abubakar Formally Joins ADC Ahead of 2027 Elections

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a major realignment in his political trajectory as he prepares for the 2027 general elections. On Monday, Atiku publicly shared a photo of himself holding his new ADC membership card on X, writing simply: “It’s official.” His move comes months after he resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing irreconcilable differences with its leadership. Atiku’s transition into the ADC consolidates his role in the opposition […]

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Court Adjourns Cybercrime Case Against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed proceedings in the cybercrime case involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after the presiding judge, Justice Mohammed Umar, was unavailable for Monday’s sitting. The trial, which had been slated to continue, has now been rescheduled for February 4, 2026, when the court is expected to begin hearing evidence. This marks another delay in a case that has faced repeated adjournments since Akpoti-Uduaghan was first arraigned on a six-count charge earlier in the year. The […]

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Paystack fires co-founder Olubi over alleged sexual misconduct

Nigerian fintech giant Paystack has terminated the employment of its co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, Ezra Olubi, following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a colleague at the company. The decision marks a dramatic turning point for one of the most recognisable figures in Africa’s tech ecosystem. Olubi disclosed the development in a personal blog post over the weekend, stating that the company communicated his dismissal to him on Saturday, November 22, 2025. According to him, the decision came even before […]

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50 Children of Niger State Catholic School Escape From Kidnappers; Over 200 Still Missing.

  Fifty pupils abducted during last week’s attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Niger State, have escaped from their captors and safely returned home, according to an update from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the state. The development comes after a verification exercise conducted by the Niger State CAN leadership, which sought to confirm the true status of students affected by the mass abduction that occurred on Friday, November 21, 2025. During the […]

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