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IPOB Seeks Adequate Police Protection For #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protesters On October 20

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged the Nigeria Police Force to guarantee full protection for peaceful protesters expected to join the October 20 #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstrations across the country.…

Anupuoaku October 19, 2025

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Abuja Police Gun Down Three Kidnap Kingpins, Rescue Victims

ABUJA — Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have killed three notorious kidnapping kingpins during a gun battle, rescued kidnap victims, and recorded major breakthroughs against robbery…

Anupuoaku September 20, 2025

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Hilda Baci makes history with Guinness World Record for biggest Jollof rice dish

Chef Hilda Baci has achieved a new Guinness World Record for preparing the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, weighing 8,780 kilogrammes (19,356 lb 9 oz). The milestone, accomplished in…

Anupuoaku September 15, 2025

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Lagos Market Killing: How N8,000 Dispute Between Traders Turned Deadly

More details have emerged regarding the violent clash that claimed the life of a trader, Sodiq Ibrahim, in the Mandillas area of Lagos Island on Wednesday. Our correspondent gathered on…

Anupuoaku August 29, 2025

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Nigerian Government Shuts 13.5M Accounts, Deletes 60M Posts

The Nigerian government has shut down 13.5 million social media accounts over alleged offensive content and violations of the established Code of Practice. This crackdown affected users on major platforms…

Anupuoaku August 21, 2025

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Detention of Ibom Air Passenger Sparks Outrage Over Selective Justice

The detention of Ibom Air female passenger, Comfort Emmanson, at Kirikiri Correctional Centre for allegedly assaulting an Ibom Air cabin crew member and security officers during a Uyo–Lagos flight on…

Anupuoaku August 12, 2025

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Residents fault Lagos govt’s response to Ikorodu erosion tragedy

Residents have criticised the Lagos State government’s handling of yet another tragedy in Ikorodu, where water erosion swept through homes, displacing families, destroying property, and leaving many stranded without shelter…

Anupuoaku August 8, 2025

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Nigerian petrol stations increase fuel rates

Nigerian fuel stations have raised the pump price of premium motor spirit following adjustments in ex-depot prices by Dangote Refinery and depot operators. EBELENAIJA reporters observed that Empire Energy and…

Anupuoaku August 2, 2025

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Police Secure Release of Six Kidnapped Law Students in Benue

Police Rescue Six Abducted Law Students Traveling From Anambra to Adamawa The police have successfully rescued six law students of the Yola Campus who were abducted on July 26, 2025,…

Anupuoaku August 1, 2025

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Obasanjo Criticizes Tinubu, Says Nigeria Needs a True National Leader to Move Forward

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has described the country as being trapped in bondage, facing challenges such as insecurity, economic struggles, and tribal-based governance under President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized…

Anupuoaku July 19, 2025

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Ex-Super Eagles Coach Monday Sinclair Dies at 88

Former Super Eagles coach, Monday Sinclair, has passed away at the age of 88, following a battle with diabetes. The announcement was made by ex-Nigeria goalkeeper, Peterside Idah, through a…

Anupuoaku July 17, 2025

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Lagos LG Polls Not Up for Discredit, APC Warns Opposition

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has called on opposition parties to desist from ongoing efforts to undermine the credibility of Saturday’s Local Government elections. This appeal was…

Anupuoaku July 16, 2025

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BREAKING: Atiku Abubakar Quits PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential flag bearer in the most recent general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has officially stepped down from the party. The former vice president made this…

Anupuoaku July 16, 2025

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BREAKING: Former President Buhari Returns to Katsina for Burial Ceremony

The body of former President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Katsina, his native state, for burial. This occurred shortly after President Bola Tinubu touched down in Katsina State ahead of…

Anupuoaku July 15, 2025

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Youth Party, Labour Party Demand Cancellation of Lagos LG Poll Results

The Youth Party has fiercely criticized the Lagos State Local Government elections held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, calling the exercise “shambolic” and “brazenly manipulated” in favour of the ruling…

Anupuoaku July 15, 2025

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Nigeria Observes Public Holiday for Late Former President Buhari, Dead at 82

Tuesday has been declared a public holiday by the Nigerian government to honour late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday at age 82 in a London clinic after…

Anupuoaku July 14, 2025

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Muhammadu Buhari, Ex-Nigerian President, Dies in London Hospital

Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away. According to his spokesperson, Mr Buhari died on Sunday at a hospital in London. “The family of the former president has announced…

Anupuoaku July 13, 2025

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Party Agent Decries Poor Turnout During Lagos Local Government Election

A representative of the All Progressives Congress, Samuel Ogunlokun, has voiced concern regarding the low voter turnout at polling unit 061, Ward A, within the Ikotun-Igando Local Council Development Area…

Anupuoaku July 12, 2025

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Lagos Police Revises Movement Restrictions Ahead of LG Elections

In preparation for the Local Government elections set for Saturday, July 12, 2025, the Lagos State Police Command has revised the previously announced movement restriction hours. The command stated that…

Anupuoaku July 11, 2025