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#OpEd: Buhari, Galadima’s Revelation And Nigerias Field Of Landmines, By Adewale Adeoye
Sahara Reporters
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An epic event passed two weeks ago without significant notice. It was as if a giant comet scurried through the sky without anyone showing interest, or an incubus beast running on a tarmac without any notice from the control tower. In the bitter...
Makinde targets sport tourism to boost Oyo economy
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 31, 2025
The Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatubosun, has reiterated that sports tourism is a critical component of Governor Seyi Makinde’s economic development agenda, aimed at boosting the state’s economy through strategic...
10 Nollywood Films That Capture the Reality of Dating in Nigeria
Zikoko!
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July 31, 2025
Nollywood isn’t all action and drama; every now and then, it also serves up heartfelt romantic comedies that reflect the unique dating culture in Nigeria. We have carefully curated a list of movies—a mix of modern and classic hits—that explore...
Top 5 low-cost business ideas Nigerians are trying in 2025
Pulse
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July 31, 2025
These low-cost businesses leverage digital platforms, shared resources, and simple value propositions to reach customers quickly and keep overheads low. From home-based services to micro manufacturing ideas, entrepreneurs can launch operations...
Nigeria Police Approves Promotion Of Over 29,000 Rank-And-File Officers, 4,708 Inspectors After #PoliceProtest Over Poor Welfare
Sahara Reporters
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The Nigeria Police Force has approved the promotion of over 29,000 rank-and-file officers and 4,708 Inspectors in what is being described as one of the most extensive internal reorganisation efforts in recent years. This development comes amid...
Fayemi blames Bola Tinubu for bad roads in Ekiti, hunger in Nigeria
Peoples Gazette
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July 31, 2025
Former Governor Kayode Fayemi has blamed the Bola Tinubu government for the widespread hunger in the country, the lack of money in circulation, and the poor state of roads in Ekiti. Mr Fayemi, ex-Ekiti governor and former minister of solid...
Power, grace, rebellion: Nenysty shines at Fashion Finest Africa’s epic show
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 30, 2025
At the 2025 Epic Show by Fashion Finest Africa, the runway came alive with bold intensity as Nenysty, the rising Nigerian fashion house, unveiled a collection that redefined modern elegance. Led by visionary Creative Director Chinenye Nwasike, the...
Bianca Arrives in Ghana Amidst ‘Nigerians Must Go’ Protest
Lagos Post Online
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July 31, 2025
Following protests in Ghana calling for the deportation of Nigerians, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has urged calm. Speaking during a joint press briefing in Ghana on Wednesday, Odumegwu-Ojukwu said viral...
Nigeria’s declining governance has drawn global attention — Peter Obi
Eagle Online
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July 31, 2025
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has said that Nigeria’s declining governance has drawn global attention. Obi, a former two term governor of Anambra State, said this following a comment by the United...
Ghana and Nigeria reaffirm strong ties amid viral video controversy
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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July 31, 2025
By: Hannah Dadzie Ghana and Nigeria are actively working to de-escalate tensions and reaffirm their profound historic ties following a controversial viral video that ignited public outrage and social media protests in both nations. The video,...
Tanzania backs Nigeria’s bid for International Maritime Organization Council seat, seeks maritime partnership
Alexa.ng
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July 31, 2025
The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured Tanzania’s official backing for its candidacy into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, a key step in the country’s efforts to strengthen its voice in global maritime...
Speaker to youths: Leave social media, get involved in politics
Daily Trust
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has urged Nigerian youths to move beyond political engagement on social media and take concrete steps toward active participation in governance. He made the call on Tuesday during the...
Us Embassy Questions Nigeria's Spending Priorities Amid Growing Poverty
The Nigerian Voice
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The United States Embassy in Nigeria has subtly criticized the Nigerian government's display of opulence, particularly by state governors, while urging citizens to endure economic hardships caused by inflation, fuel subsidy removal, and currency...
From “son Of Nobody” To “son Of Somebody”: Nigeria Must Break The Chains
The Nigerian Voice
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Source: Dr. Gidado Abdulkarim "Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will." Frederick Douglass In every corner of Nigeria today, the story is the same: millions of ordinary citizens the so-called “sons of nobody” are...
NiDCOM DG Urges Calm Over Ghana-Nigeria tension
News Investigators Nigeria
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July 31, 2025
News Investigators/ The Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has stressed the need for calm, urging Nigerians living in Ghana not to be provoked or resort to violence with anyone. Mrs Dabiri-Erewa gave the...
Ghana, Nigeria ease tensions amid social media-induced diplomatic strain
Ghana News Agency
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July 31, 2025
By James Amoh Junior Accra, July 31, GNA – Ghana and Nigeria have reaffirmed their historic ties and mutual commitment to peace following a diplomatic engagement in Accra. It aimed at de-escalating the seeming tensions stirred by a viral video...
“Cynthia Ofori Go Home,” The Current Trending Sound On Social Media
Y Naija
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July 31, 2025
The Nigerian internet is always abuzz with hilarious sounds, and sometimes these sounds are those pulled out of old nollywood movies. To keep you up to date on what’s trending at the moment, we take a look at the “Cynthia Ofori” trend and where it...
Swarovski Nigeria Launches Exclusive Summer Sale: Up to 40% Off All Crystal Jewellery, Other Accessories
Pulse
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July 31, 2025
Swarovski Nigeria has launched its highly anticipated Summer Sale, ending on July 27, 2025 and offering up to 40% off a dazzling range of its iconic crystal jewellery and accessories.This summer, Swarovski Nigeria invites you to elevate your...
Why Nigeria has fewer breakout artistes – Magixx
The Sun Nigeria
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July 31, 2025
By John Ogunsemore Mavin Records signee, Magixx has expressed frustration with the current state of music promotion in Nigeria, stating that financial influence has overshadowed talent in securing visibility. He faulted the alleged practice of...
Detty December: The rise of diaspora tourism in Nigeria
The "Good Tourism" Blog
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July 31, 2025
December is peak month for tourism in Nigeria thanks to the arrival of hundreds of thousands of expatriate Nigerians and tourists with Nigerian heritage. Diaspora tourism is a boon to Nigeria’s economy and a lifeline to many of...