A new law in Kano State has sparked mixed reactions. The Kano Mandatory Premarital Law requires intending couples to undergo premarital medical screening before tying the knot. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf signed the law, aiming to promote healthier marriages and the birth of healthy children in the state. Under the new legislation, couples must present […]
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) scored a major victory against cybercrime. Operatives from the Ibadan Zonal Directorate arrested 127 suspected internet fraudsters during a raid in Akure, Ondo State. The early morning sting operation targeted a “Yahoo Party” held simultaneously at Signature and Abah Clubs on Saturday. EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the
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Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has launched the resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in nine local government areas, with a total of 12,985 individuals set to benefit. The exercise, which began with the resettlement of IDPs in six LGAs, including Bama, Konduga, Gwoza, Kukawa, Jere, and Ngala, saw each male head of household receive
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The Federal Government’s proposed minimum wage of N65,000 has sparked controversy, with governors and the private sector arguing it is unsustainable. Labour unions, however, insist on a higher wage, citing the current N30,000 minimum wage as inadequate. Negotiations continue, with the Tripartite Committee convening daily to finalize an agreeable national minimum wage. Governors and the
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Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification campaign is in jeopardy after a 1-1 draw with South Africa, their third consecutive draw in the series. The team conceded the first goal to Themba Zwane, but equalized through Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s debut goal. The result leaves Nigeria in fifth place with three points, trailing South Africa who have four
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Uriel Oputa, a reality TV star and entrepreneur, has taken to social media to address critics who have been questioning her single status. She emphasized that marriage is a personal choice and not an achievement, and therefore, she doesn’t feel pressured by family or public expectations. Uriel asserted that she doesn’t need social media validation
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Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has upped the ante in the search for the killers of five soldiers. He announced an increase in the reward from N25 million to N30 million for information leading to their arrest. The soldiers were fatally shot by unknown gunmen at a military checkpoint in Aba. The attackers also
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Ed Sheeran has expressed his doubts about artists who claim to prioritize passion over success in the music industry. In a recent interview, he stated that if artists truly didn’t care about success, they wouldn’t release their music commercially or sign with record labels. Sheeran believes that all artists crave success and fame, and those
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The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has imposed a N150m fine on Multichoice Nigeria, owners of DStv/GoTv, for defying its orders to halt a price increase pending the outcome of a lawsuit. The tribunal also directed the company to offer its Nigerian customers a free month of subscription to its DStv and GOtv packages. This
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According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Nigeria’s inflation rate is expected to stabilize at 14% in 2029, marking a potential end to the current upward trend. This projection comes as a relief amid concerns over the rising inflation rate, which currently stands at 33.69% as of April 2024. The IMF data suggests a gradual
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