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Breaking: Many feared dead in ‘accidental bombing’ at Borno–Yobe Border market

Tragic airstrike on Jilli Market claims 56 lives near Borno-Yobe border, as military targets Boko Haram insurgents. 14 in hospital following the incident.

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Sunderland stuns Tottenham Hotspur 1-0: How much could Tottenham lose if relegated

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Drama as popular Nigerian university reportedly starts sending students’ results to parents

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Trump orders US navy to block Strait of Hormuz after deadlock with Iran

Trump orders US navy to block Strait of Hormuz after deadlock with Iran

Trump has ordered a US Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks, raising tensions and fears over global oil supply disruptions.

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Borno governor reacts to military airstrike in border market, “Let me state categorically”

Borno governor reacts to military airstrike in border market, “Let me state categorically”

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UNIZIK appoints Stanley Uzochukwu to lead Advancement Management Board

UNIZIK appoints Stanley Uzochukwu to lead Advancement Management Board

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Liam Rosenior reacts as Chelsea set unwanted record in loss to Man City

Liam Rosenior reacts as Chelsea set unwanted record in loss to Man City

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Kwankwaso opens up on how positions will be shared in ADC

Kwankwaso opens up on how positions will be shared in ADC

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Petrol prices drop as marketers announce new rates

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FG releases updated list of 12 Nigerian companies and enterprises financing terrorism in 2026

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FBI issues urgent warning: Dangerous apps iPhone and Android users must delete now

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Wizkid's fans escalate feud with Burna Boy, spray baby oil to Darlington's diss track at parties

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"Hunger did not start today": Zack Orji tackles Nigerians ridiculing Tinubu's government

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Yeni Kuti defends Saheed Osupa after “juju for success” confession sparks massive backlash

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Yeni Kuti defends Saheed Osupa after “juju for success” confession sparks massive backlash

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Dane Cook's net worth (2026): What happened to the comedian?

Dane Cook's net worth (2026): What happened to the comedian?

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Marlon Wayans' net worth (2026), siblings, wife, movies and TV shows

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Kogi State University cut-off mark, courses, admission and school fees (2026/2027)

Kogi State University cut-off mark, courses, admission and school fees (2026/2027)

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Anna Faris' net worth (2026), background, husband and children

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Roseanne Barr's net worth in 2026, after the scandal that ended her career

Roseanne Barr's net worth in 2026, after the scandal that ended her career

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My Neighbour Ignored Parking Rules for Months — Until He Blocked an Ambulance From Getting Through

My Neighbour Ignored Parking Rules for Months — Until He Blocked an Ambulance From Getting Through

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The performing roots behind John Travolta’s parents and siblings

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Who Leonardo Dicaprio's parents are and how they shaped his early life

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How Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor split, reunited, and found their way back

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The ups and downs that defined Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom's relationship over the years

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The story of Natalie Portman's husband and her love life over the years

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Jordan Peele's net worth (2026): How did he amass his impressive wealth?

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Former IGP Egbetokun honoured by home community, praised by Senator Adeola

Former IGP Egbetokun honoured by home community, praised by Senator Adeola

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Jesus of Oyingbo: Profile of Nigerian carpenter who called himself Christ for 36 years

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NDLEA arrests 93-year-old great grandpa, medical doctor over illicit drugs

NDLEA arrests 93-year-old great grandpa, medical doctor over illicit drugs

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Breaking: Many feared dead in ‘accidental bombing’ at Borno–Yobe Border market

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Breaking: Many feared dead in ‘accidental bombing’ at Borno–Yobe Border market

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Japa: Do you know the differences between visa-free and free-visa?

Japa: Do you know the differences between visa-free and free-visa?

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US reacts as Nigeria fast-tracks, secures conviction of 386 terrorists

US reacts as Nigeria fast-tracks, secures conviction of 386 terrorists

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Graduate of Ekiti State University Who Had 5 Carryovers Goes Viral, Posts Her Final Year Result

Graduate of Ekiti State University Who Had 5 Carryovers Goes Viral, Posts Her Final Year Result

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Corps member visits Computer Village to buy iPhone, shares what he saw inside

Corps member visits Computer Village to buy iPhone, shares what he saw inside

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JAMB 2026: Lady lists 'only' 3 items allowed into examination hall, video goes viral

JAMB 2026: Lady lists 'only' 3 items allowed into examination hall, video goes viral

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Graduate of Ekiti State University who was the only student in her department shares her experience

Graduate of Ekiti State University who was the only student in her department shares her experience

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Two years after my husband’s death, I sorted his garage—What I found changed my life

Two years after my husband’s death, I sorted his garage—What I found changed my life

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Graduate of the University of Abuja posts amount he paid as school fees from 100-400L, posts receipt

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Graduate of the University of Abuja posts amount he paid as school fees from 100-400L, posts receipt

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Breaking: Fayose alleges Makinde is plotting to dethrone Olubadan, details emerge

Breaking: Fayose alleges Makinde is plotting to dethrone Olubadan, details emerge

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Former commissioner endorsed for Kano deputy governor slot

Former commissioner endorsed for Kano deputy governor slot

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PDP group asks deputy speaker to join Abia guber race

PDP group asks deputy speaker to join Abia guber race

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List: Governors Tinubu has given special appointments for 2027 campaign roles

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Centre clears air on IST chairman Aminu Junaidu’s appointment

Centre clears air on IST chairman Aminu Junaidu’s appointment

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Breaking: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

Breaking: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

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Barcelona line up 5 star players for sale to fund Victor Osimhen transfer

Barcelona line up 5 star players for sale to fund Victor Osimhen transfer

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Union Berlin makes history: Marie-Louise Eta appointed as 1st female coach of men's team in Germany

Union Berlin makes history: Marie-Louise Eta appointed as 1st female coach of men's team in Germany

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Olympics star explains why NFF should drop pursuit of Italy-born Premier League star

Olympics star explains why NFF should drop pursuit of Italy-born Premier League star

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La Liga breaks silence, sends message to Akor Adams after striker's goal destroys Atletico Madrid

La Liga breaks silence, sends message to Akor Adams after striker's goal destroys Atletico Madrid

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Opta's supercomputer insists Arsenal will clinch 2025/26 Premier League title despite Bournemouth loss

Opta's supercomputer insists Arsenal will clinch 2025/26 Premier League title despite Bournemouth loss

11 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Arsenal fan threatens to sue Premier League club after painful 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth

Arsenal fan threatens to sue Premier League club after painful 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth

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Breaking: US ends talk with Iran as new development emerges

Breaking: US ends talk with Iran as new development emerges

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Prime minister Netanyahu says Israel will continue to fight Iran amid ceasefire

Prime minister Netanyahu says Israel will continue to fight Iran amid ceasefire

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

Fresh details emerge on new supreme leader of Iran after he sustained injuries during war

Fresh details emerge on new supreme leader of Iran after he sustained injuries during war

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

2026: US updates list of Israelis to be deported, releases names and photos

2026: US updates list of Israelis to be deported, releases names and photos

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

Israel resumes bombing of Iran's top ally as Trump announces ceasefire, gives reason

Israel resumes bombing of Iran's top ally as Trump announces ceasefire, gives reason

2 days ago by Bada Yusuf

Next UN Secretary-General: Full list of 4 leading candidates for 2026 selection

Next UN Secretary-General: Full list of 4 leading candidates for 2026 selection

2 days ago by Basit Jamiu

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How INEC and Nigeria’s major parties are failing the first test of digital democracy

How INEC and Nigeria’s major parties are failing the first test of digital democracy

4 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Of Caesars and the citizens who made them: When Nigerians’ exhaustion, distraction empower leaders

Of Caesars and the citizens who made them: When Nigerians’ exhaustion, distraction empower leaders

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INEC and the 2027 elections: An umpire with a jersey?

INEC and the 2027 elections: An umpire with a jersey?

5 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Patterns sustaining Plateau’s war and rural insecurity

Patterns sustaining Plateau’s war and rural insecurity

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Why Jos keeps burning: The truth no one wants to face

Why Jos keeps burning: The truth no one wants to face

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US drones in Nigeria: Help for security or the start of dependence?

US drones in Nigeria: Help for security or the start of dependence?

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JAMB announces 23 delisted CBT centres ahead of 2026 UTME

JAMB announces 23 delisted CBT centres ahead of 2026 UTME

2 days ago by Adekunle Dada

FG issues digital IDs to 1.9m WAEC, NECO candidates

FG issues digital IDs to 1.9m WAEC, NECO candidates

2 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Germany opens fully funded scholarships for African graduates, application link, deadline announced

Germany opens fully funded scholarships for African graduates, application link, deadline announced

2 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

JAMB 2026: How to print your UTME examination slip

JAMB 2026: How to print your UTME examination slip

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Grief as renowned educator Yinka Ogunde dies in London, 'forever in our hearts'

Grief as renowned educator Yinka Ogunde dies in London, 'forever in our hearts'

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UTME 2026: JAMB gives update on examination slip printing

UTME 2026: JAMB gives update on examination slip printing

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Nigerian stock investors gain N707bn as N31.5bn exchange hands

Nigerian stock investors gain N707bn as N31.5bn exchange hands

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Why Nigeria’s digital economy needs more platforms like TechOff — Olumide Sosanya

Why Nigeria’s digital economy needs more platforms like TechOff — Olumide Sosanya

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Apple warns iPhone users: Never answer these Apple pay scam calls and texts

Apple warns iPhone users: Never answer these Apple pay scam calls and texts

7 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Again, Lagos extends tax filing deadline amid eTax surge, announces new date

Again, Lagos extends tax filing deadline amid eTax surge, announces new date

8 hours ago by Victor Enengedi

Pixel 6 and 6 Pro lose Security updates in October 2026: What owners need to know

Pixel 6 and 6 Pro lose Security updates in October 2026: What owners need to know

8 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

“Misleading reports”: Nigeria's tax committee debunks claims Taiwo Oyedele admitted errors

“Misleading reports”: Nigeria's tax committee debunks claims Taiwo Oyedele admitted errors

10 hours ago by Victor Enengedi

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Odira Nwobu: Video of actor’s uncompleted building trends, elicits talks, “After all the struggles”

Odira Nwobu: Video of actor’s uncompleted building trends, elicits talks, “After all the struggles”

6 hours ago by Shade Metibogun

Video of Governor Alex Otti speaking about Davido at an event elicits reactions, Wizkid's fans fume

Video of Governor Alex Otti speaking about Davido at an event elicits reactions, Wizkid's fans fume

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Rita Dominic shares unexpected gesture from her husband as she vacations in Zanzibar

Rita Dominic shares unexpected gesture from her husband as she vacations in Zanzibar

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BBNaija Angel’s wife shares what star allegedly did in their marriage amid breakup rumours

BBNaija Angel’s wife shares what star allegedly did in their marriage amid breakup rumours

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Lady apologises to Veekee James after designer pins offensive comment on post, elicits reactions

Lady apologises to Veekee James after designer pins offensive comment on post, elicits reactions

11 hours ago by Shade Metibogun

Rapper Phyno set to launch new bedroom play instrument ‘Okpu by Alobam’, fans react

Rapper Phyno set to launch new bedroom play instrument ‘Okpu by Alobam’, fans react

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Yaki ya yi tsanani: Kasashen Larabawa sun fara kauce wa taimakon Amurka

Yaki ya yi tsanani: Kasashen Larabawa sun fara kauce wa taimakon Amurka

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Trump Ya Fadi abin da Zai Faru da China idan Ta Kuskura Ta Tura wa Iran Makamai

Trump Ya Fadi abin da Zai Faru da China idan Ta Kuskura Ta Tura wa Iran Makamai

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Bayan susucewar sulhu, Trump ya kuma yin bazarana ga Iran da kawayenta

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Sojojin sama sun yi kuskuren kai hari, sun kashe fararen hula kusan 200 a Borno

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Kano: Yadda aka raba mukaman ADC tsakanin Kwankwaso, Gawuna da bangaren Atiku

Kano: Yadda aka raba mukaman ADC tsakanin Kwankwaso, Gawuna da bangaren Atiku

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Shugaba Putin ya kira takwaransa na Iran a waya, an ji abin da suka tattauna tsakaninsu

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