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Immigration Service Denies Seizing Senator Natasha’s Passport
The Nigerian Immigration Service has denied reports that its officers seized the passport of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the airport.
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Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for ₦1.15 Trillion Domestic Loan
President Bola Tinubu has asked the National Assembly to approve a fresh ₦1.15 trillion loan from the domestic debt market to finance the deficit in the 2025 budget.
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China Backs Nigeria, Warns Against Foreign Interference
China says it firmly supports the Nigerian government as it leads its people “on a development path suited to its national conditions.”
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Tinubu Nominates Ude as Minister, Seeks Senate Confirmation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded a request to the Senate for the screening and confirmation of Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Ude, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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FG Reaffirms Commitment to Religious Tolerance, Dialogue Amid Global Concerns
The Federal Government says President Bola Tinubu remains committed to promoting religious tolerance and unity across Nigeria, despite recent international criticism over alleged religious persecution.
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Reps Clash Over Motion on Religious Killings Narrative
Tension erupted in the House of Representatives on Tuesday during debate on a motion to counter what was described as “misleading international narratives” about religious killings in Nigeria.
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Tinubu Declares Emergency on Police and Security Training Facilities
President Bola Tinubu has officially declared a state of emergency on the training institutions used by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and other internal security agencies across the nation.
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Nigerian Military Vows Tougher Fight Against Terrorism
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff says the armed forces are intensifying operations against terrorism after the United States placed the country back on its “watchlist” for religious and security concerns.
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"Not Everyone Can Afford Rent'' -Caller Argues Amid Nigeria's Housing Crisis
A caller on the Morning Crossfire says it is the responsibility of the government to build houses and give them out for rent. This follows concerns by the House of Representatives over arbitrary rent increases in Nigeria.
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Education Analyst Backs FG’s Database to Tackle Fake Degrees
An academic and public affairs analyst, Dr Isaac Uwadiunor, says education must be about genuine learning, not forged certificates, stressing that going through school and earning a real degree is what matters.
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Amaewhule Criticises One-Sided Welcome for Governor Fubara
Bright Amaewhule, President-General of GDI, has criticised the welcome reception for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara as one-sided, following the end of a six-month emergency rule in the state.
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IBTD Debate Winner Kokoette Shares How Pressure Inspired Her Success
Godsgoodness Kokoette, the national winner of Nigeria Info FM’s ‘I Beg to Differ’ debate competition, has revealed how working under pressure became the driving force behind her success.
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Rivers Residents React to Governor Fubara’s Expected Return
Residents of Rivers State have expressed mixed reactions ahead of the expected return of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the State House of Assembly, following a six-month suspension under emergency rule declared by President Bola Tinubu.
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Why Inflation Beats Money Market Investments – Economist
Despite rising interest rates in Nigeria’s money market, inflation continues to outpace investment returns, causing many investors to experience a loss in the real value of their funds. Economist Dr. Bridget Ladi points out that even returns of 18 to 20 percent per year are insufficient compared to the current inflation rate of 21.8 percent.
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Quackery: ‘No Auxiliary Nurses in Nursing Profession’— NANNM Official Warns
Flora Obele, a member of the State Executive Committee of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Rumukrushi Unit, Rivers State, has emphasised that it is standard practice for nurses to introduce themselves to patients for proper identification before carrying out any medical procedure.
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Caller Says All Exams Can Be Manipulated, Recalls Romantic Affair With Teacher
A caller on Nigeria Info’s Hello Port Harcourt argued that all forms of examinations, whether paper-based or computer-based, can be manipulated.
Sport
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My Boy Comes First: Paul Scholes Quits TV Work to Care for Autistic Son
Football legend Paul Scholes has revealed he’s quit live punditry to focus on the most important job of his life, being a dad.
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Arne Under Fire! Slot Blames Injuries After Liverpool’s Cup Humiliation
Liverpool boss Arne Slot has leapt to his own defence after a humiliating Carabao Cup exit at the hands of Crystal Palace, but admits his struggling Reds have fallen well below the club’s proud standards.
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Vinícius’s El Clásico Outburst Prompts Talks but No Club Sanction
Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior apologised on social media after angrily reacting to being substituted in Sunday’s 2-1 win over Barcelona.
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Juventus Sack Manager After Prolonged Winless Run
Juventus have officially dismissed head coach Igor Tudor following an eight-match winless run across all competitions.
