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NEMA Delivers Relief to Victims of Niger Tanker Explosion

NEMA has distributed relief materials to victims of the Diko tanker explosion in Niger State, ...
  • 21 January 2025
  • Nigeria
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Pastor Kumuyi Prays for Trump at Inaugural Event in the U.S.

Pastor William Kumuyi leads prayers at Donald Trump’s inauguration event, calling for divine guidance and ...
  • 20 January 2025
  • Nigeria
Niger tanker explosion

FG, Lawmakers Mourn as Niger Tanker Explosion Claims Over 70 Lives

The FG and lawmakers mourn over the Niger tanker explosion that claimed 70 lives and ...
  • 19 January 2025
  • Nigeria
NSCDC

NSCDC Arrests 36 Scavengers for Vandalism, Theft, and Drug Possession

NSCDC arrests 36 scavengers in Abuja for vandalism, theft, and drug possession. The agency vows ...
  • 17 January 2025
  • Nigeria
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Tinubu Celebrates Six Nigerians Honored on Biden’s Presidential List

Six Nigerian scientists honored on U.S. Presidential List for groundbreaking achievements. President Tinubu celebrates their ...
  • 17 January 2025
  • Nigeria
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Senegal Embarks on $8.7 Million Energy Efficiency Lighting Project

Senegal launches a $8.7 million energy efficiency project to improve lighting, reduce energy consumption, and ...
  • 14 January 2025
  • Energy
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Vatican Updates Policy: Gay Men Can Train as Priests but Must Uphold Celibacy

The Vatican’s new guidelines allow gay men to train as priests if they commit to ...
  • 11 January 2025
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Unrelenting Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles: Thousands Evacuated Amid Escalating Crisis

Devastating wildfires around Los Angeles have burned over 50,000 acres, displacing thousands, destroying homes, and ...
  • 8 January 2025
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INEC

INEC Denies Plans to Destroy Six Million Uncollected Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs)

INEC denies plans to destroy over six million uncollected Permanent Voter Cards, reaffirming its commitment ...
  • 5 January 2025
  • Nigeria
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Ghana Introduces Visa-Free Entry for African Passport Holders

Ghana introduces visa-free entry for African passport holders, promoting regional integration, trade, and tourism under ...
  • 4 January 2025
  • Ghana
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