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Atiku Backs Petrol Subsidy Amid ₦19.1tn Cost Dispute

KEY POINTS Atiku says he will restore a targeted petrol subsidy if elected president. The Presidency estimates the proposal could cost Nigeria ₦19.1 trillion annually. Accord candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim separately promises petrol at about ₦605 per litre, with prices potentially falling further. Former Vice President...

August 27, 2026

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Sunday Igboho Allegedly Stops Police Arrest of Tani Olohun

KEY POINTS Sunday Igboho allegedly stopped police from arresting Tani Olohun in Ibadan. Olohun faces a case over a social media video allegedly linked to religious tension. The case is ongoing, with proceedings adjourned until September 1, 2026. Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known...

August 27, 2026

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Kunle Afolayan Seals Landmark Benin Partnership to Launch Pan-West African Mythology TV Epic

KEY POINTS Kunle Afolayan has partnered with the Benin Republic government to produce a...

February 20, 2026

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Igbo Women Warn Language Faces Extinction Without Action

Igbo Women Assembly raises concern over Igbo language extinction risk and plans Mother Tongue Day 2026 in Awka to promote preservation efforts.

February 19, 2026

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NIGERIAN ANGLICAN CHURCH REJECTS OPENLY GAY ARCHBISHOP

The Nigerian Anglican Church rejects the election of an openly gay Archbishop, deepening the divide within the global Anglican Communion.

August 4, 2025

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5 Cultural Practices Still Relevant in 21st Century Nigeria

Explore five Nigerian cultural practices that still influence society and reflect the nation’s enduring identity in modern times

May 23, 2025

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Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural...

May 14, 2025

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Tinubu Vows to Fix Anambra’s Roads, Rail and Erosion Crisis

Tinubu visits Anambra, pledges federal help on roads, erosion, and gas development while receiving traditional support

May 9, 2025

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New Alaafin Vows to Rebuild 200-Year-Old Palace

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Owoade, plans to restore the 200-year-old palace while empowering youths and preserving the cultural legacy of Yorubaland

April 7, 2025

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Top 10 Nigerians Redefining Media and Entertainment in 2024

Nigeria’s media industry is thriving, led by Funke Akindele, Mo Abudu, and others championing African stories with global impact in 2024

December 30, 2024

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Kano Emir Threatens to Remove Title Holders Who Beat Wives

The Kano emir warns title holders against wife beating, threatening to revoke their titles to promote dignity and respect in traditional leadership

December 10, 2024

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Transforming Global Agriculture and Economics

The rise of agribusiness transforms global food production and economies while driving environmental shifts and challenging small-scale farmers' livelihoods

November 6, 2024

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5 Nigerian Historical Figures Everyone Should Know About

Five Nigerian historical figures who played crucial roles in shaping the country's independence, cultural identity, and leadership, inspiring generations to come

October 24, 2024

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7 Must-Attend Fashion Shows in Nigeria

These top fashion shows in Nigeria are advancing the country’s fashion industry, giving designers a global platform to showcase their creativity and entrepreneurship

October 17, 2024