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Nigerian Consulate Issues Safety Advisory After Eight Women Die in South Africa

The Consulate-General of Nigeria in Johannesburg has issued a safety advisory to Nigerians living in Kempton Park, Rhodesfield and surrounding areas of Ekurhuleni, following the deaths of eight women. The consulate said the deaths occurred over about two months and are being investigated by the South African Police Service (SAPS), which has deployed a multidisciplinary investigation team. According to the mission, investigators have identified concerning similarities in some of the cases and are examining whether the incidents are connected. However, […]

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Peter Obi Mourns Olu Jacobs, Hails His Contribution to Nigerian Film

Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has mourned the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs. Obi, in a tribute shared on Thursday, described Jacobs as an embodiment of Nigerian excellence and praised his contributions to the film and creative industry. He noted that Jacobs had a decades-long career spanning Nigeria and Britain, adding that the actor demonstrated talent, discipline, professionalism and dedication to his craft. Obi said Jacobs’ death was a reminder of the limited nature […]

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INEC Warns Against Abusive Campaign Language Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned political parties, candidates and their supporters against abusive, inflammatory and threatening language during campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections. INEC said violations of the Electoral Act 2026 could attract sanctions, including a fine of up to ₦10 million and a jail term of up to 12 months. The Electoral Act prohibits abusive, slanderous and provocative language, as well as campaign messages that target ethnic, religious, tribal or sectional sentiments. The law also prohibits […]

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MCE Begins Talks With Opposition Parties Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Movement for Credible Elections has commenced discussions with opposition parties and presidential candidates as part of efforts to explore a single opposition candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The Prof. Pat Utomi-led Political Commission of the MCE said the engagements would involve the Social Democratic Party, African Democratic Congress, Allied Peoples Movement, Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peoples Democratic Party, Accord Party, Peoples Redemption Party, African Action Congress and Young Progressive Party. The group said the closed-door meetings were intended to […]

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INEC Registers Over 100 Million Voters Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that Nigeria’s voter register has surpassed 100 million ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development has renewed attention on voter turnout, which has declined significantly in recent general elections despite growth in the number of registered voters. Available figures show that turnout stood at 69 per cent in 2003 but fell to 57 per cent in 2007, 54 per cent in 2011, 44 per cent in 2015, 35 per cent in 2019 […]

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Man Utd Suffer Carabao Cup Collapse Against Brighton

Manchester United crashed out of the Carabao Cup after surrendering a two-goal lead to lose 3-2 to Brighton at Old Trafford on Wednesday. United took control early in the match but Brighton fought back through Pascal Gross and other second-half goals to complete the comeback and advance to the next round. The defeat marked the first time in 145 attempts that Manchester United had lost at Old Trafford after taking a two-goal lead. It was also the first time in […]

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Boehly Steps Down as Chelsea Chairman as Clearlake Takes Full Control

Todd Boehly has stepped down as Chelsea chairman after selling his stake in the club to majority owner Clearlake Capital, which has now taken full control of the club. Boehly and director Mark Walter sold their shares in a deal worth almost £1 billion, representing about a quarter of Chelsea. The club said Swiss billionaire Hansjörg Wyss will remain an important stakeholder in the ownership group. Boehly became Chelsea chairman in 2022 after the consortium led by Clearlake and Boehly […]

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Police Tighten Security in Yola Ahead of Shettima’s Visit

The Adamawa State Police Command has tightened security across Yola ahead of Vice President Kashim Shettima’s condolence visit to the family of the late Bamanga Tukur. The command said it deployed personnel from the Police Mobile Force, Counter Terrorism Unit, Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Intelligence and Traffic units, alongside armoured vehicles, to strategic locations across the state capital. Police spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, said the deployment was ordered by the Commissioner of Police, CP Kabir Hassan, to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free […]

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Trade Fair Market Calm as Police Hunt Protesters

Normalcy has returned to the International Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, Lagos, following a protest by local traders over the alleged involvement of Chinese nationals in retail trading. The Lagos State Government and Police Command assured traders, foreign investors and the public that the situation is under control, while police said efforts were ongoing to identify and arrest those involved in the demonstration. The protest reportedly took place at the Auto Spare Parts and Machinery Dealers Association (ASPMDA) section of […]

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