Anietie Udobit, AbujaA controversy has erupted ahead of the FIFA World Cup after a Somali-born referee residing in the United States was reportedly denied entry clearance based on alleged security concerns.The official, who has strongly denied any wrongdoing, returned home to a hero's welcome from supporters who described the decision
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaFresh security concerns have forced the Edo State Government to close three schools after intelligence reports suggested imminent kidnapping threats against students and staff.The decision comes amid growing anxiety over attacks targeting educational institutions across Nigeria.Authorities insist the closures are temporary and aimed at protecting lives while security
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaNigeria's political landscape has been jolted by an escalating public dispute between 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential figure Peter Obi and actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo.The disagreement has now entered the legal arena after Obi filed a ₦5 billion defamation suit against his former ally over comments allegedly made concerning
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaAs concerns grow over the resurgence of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in parts of Central Africa, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the release of ₦10 billion and inaugurated a specialized national Ebola Task Force aimed at preventing the importation of the deadly disease into Nigeria.The intervention comes
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Anietie Udobit,AbujaA diplomatic dispute has emerged ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Iran's football federation accused the United States of limiting ticket allocations for Iranian supporters.The allegations have introduced geopolitical tensions into preparations for what is expected to be one of the biggest sporting events in history.FIFA has
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaAs Nigeria prepares to commemorate Democracy Day, several civil society organizations and activist networks have announced plans for coordinated protests across major cities including Lagos, Abuja, and parts of Jigawa State.Among the leading groups driving the mobilisation is the Take-It-Back Movement, which says the demonstrations are intended to
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaA dramatic anti-kidnapping operation in Ogun State ended in tragedy after a Nigerian soldier and four hostages lost their lives during a fierce gun battle involving suspected kidnappers targeting Chinese expatriates.Military authorities confirmed that troops responded swiftly after receiving intelligence about an attempted abduction involving foreign workers operating
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaGrowing concerns over insecurity in Nigeria's educational sector have triggered fresh legislative intervention as the National Assembly summoned National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and the country's top military and security chiefs to explain the government's response to a disturbing resurgence of school-targeted abductions.The move follows widespread outrage over
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaNigeria's rail transportation sector suffered a setback after a passenger train travelling along the Warri-Itakpe corridor derailed near Agbor in Delta State, leaving four people dead and at least 24 others injured.Emergency responders, railway officials, and medical teams were deployed to the scene as rescue efforts commenced.The incident
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Anietie Udobit, AbujaThe nation's capital witnessed heightened civic activism as groups of young Nigerians, labour advocates, and public sector workers converged on the National Assembly demanding urgent government intervention in the country's worsening security and economic conditions.The protesters carried placards highlighting concerns over kidnappings, rising living costs, unemployment, and delays
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