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With the Naira?s fall, Nigeria is arguably now more competitive – Chatham House warns FG against strengthening Naira

Chatham House, a UK-based international affairs policy think tank, has cautioned the Nigerian government against efforts to strengthen the naira, asserting that the country’s economy has become more competitive due to the currency’s depreciation.   In an article titled “Nigeria’s Economy Needs the Naira to Stay Competitive,” Chatham House argued that for sustainable, long-term growth, the government “must resist the …

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Lakurawa k!lls 13 and razes seven villages in Kebbi reprisal

Lakurawa k!lls 13 and razes seven villages in Kebbi reprisal

In what is believed to be a reprisal attack following the death of their leader, Maigemu, suspected Lakurawa terrorists launched an assault on Birnin Dede village in Kebbi State on Sunday, March 9, k!lling 13 people.   Sources told Channels Television that the attackers also set fire to at least eight villages surrounding Birnin Dede, all located within the Arewa …

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Rivers Assembly issues arrest warrant for electoral chairman who announced new LG election date

Rivers Assembly issues arrest warrant for electoral chairman who announced new LG election date

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued an arrest warrant for the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), Justice Adolphus Enebeli (rtd), following his failure to appear before the Assembly after a 72-hour ultimatum expired.   The arrest warrant was issued during Monday’s plenary session, with the Assembly taking action after Enebeli did not comply with …

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan?s beauty is a problem to her- former Works Minister, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, says

A former Minister of Works, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, says one of the problems embattled Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has is her beauty which men find difficult to ignore.     While speaking on Arise News on Monday, Ogunlewe remarked that female senators do not consider themselves inferior to men and often assert themselves in political discussions.     However, he suggested …

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Davido?s “Kante” included in King Charles III?s exclusive music playlist, The King?s Music Room (Video)

    Nigerian singer, Davido, has been named one of the featured artistes on King Charles III’s exclusive music playlist, The King’s Music Room.   Kante,’ featuring singer Fave, is one of the hit songs from Davido’s Grammy-nominated album ‘Timeless,’ released in 2023.   The playlist, unveiled in celebration of Commonwealth Day 2025, highlights musical talents from across the Commonwealth, reflecting the monarch’s …

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South African man crashes SUV with intention of k!lling himself and his wife after she confronted him over female clothing in his car

South African man crashes SUV with intention of k!lling himself and his wife after she confronted him over female clothing in his car

A South African man crashed his vehicle with the intention of k!lling himself and his wife during an argument over suspected infidelity.   Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were called out to Hazelmere Road in Mhlasini – KZN at approximately 09:42 on Sunday, March 9, 2025.   On arrival, Reaction Officers found a brown Nissan SUV in a …

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NYPD detective pulled from active cases after appearing as str!pper in music video

NYPD detective pulled from active cases after appearing as str!pper in music video

Detective Melissa Mercado, the NYPD officer who gained attention for appearing as a str!pper in a provocative music video, has been removed from active s3x crimes cases while the department conducts a review.   Law enforcement sources confirm that Mercado, who is known for her strong investigative work, is no longer handling cases in the Special Victims Unit, which is …

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Trump says US in talks with four groups over TikTok sale

Trump says US in talks with four groups over TikTok sale

President Donald Trump has revealed that the United States is in discussions with four groups interested in acquiring TikTok, as the Chinese-owned social media platform faces an uncertain future in the country. A US law mandates that TikTok divest from its parent company, ByteDance, or be banned from operating in the United States.   Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force …

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Reps reveal 48 oil firms are owing FG N2trn

Reps reveal 48 oil firms are owing FG N2trn

The House of Representatives has announced that seven major oil and gas operators in Nigeria have agreed to remit a total of $37,435,094.52 (approximately N58 billion) to the federation account before August 2025. This commitment follows an ongoing investigation by the Public Accounts Committee of the Green Chamber.   In a statement released by Akin Rotimi, spokesperson of the House …

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