3 h. ago How Wahalanetwork Revolutionalised Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector — Kristen Dawodu

In an age where fake news and sensationalism have become rampant, Wahalanetwork, a popular entertainment gist blog, has carved a niche for itself by prioritising credibility and accountability. Founded in 2021 by Oluwagbenga Oluwafemi Dawodu, also known as Kristen Dawodu, the platform has revolutionised the way entertainment news is consumed in Nigeria. With a massive […]

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3 h. ago EPL: I’m focused on my players, Rashford is not one of them – Man Utd boss Amorim

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has declared that Marcus Rashford is not one of his current players. Amorim made this known at his pre-match press conference ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League game against Nottingham Forest on Tuesday. Daily Sun reported that Rashford fell out of favour with Amorim at Manchester United. […] The post EPL: I’m focused on my players, Rashford is not one of them – Man Utd boss Amorim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Journalists protest as White House plans to reallocate briefing room seats

The White House said Monday it is “seriously considering” taking control of deciding which journalists get seats in the famed briefing room, in the latest bid by President Donald Trump’s administration to exert power over the media. The 49 spots in the press room, where spokespeople, officials and occasionally the president take the podium, have Read More

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6 h. ago Burkina junta leader pardons 21 soldiers for 2015 failed coup

The head of the junta in Burkina Faso has pardoned 21 soldiers convicted of involvement in a failed coup in 2015, according to an official decree seen by AFP on Monday. The troubled west African country has been run since September 2022 by military leaders following a coup headed by Captain Ibrahim Traore. Traore announced Read More

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7 h. ago Marine Le Pen convicted of fraud, banned from office for five years

The leader of France’s far-right National Rally party, Marine Le Pen, has been banned from running for political office for five years after a French court found her guilty of embezzling European Union funds, CNN reported on Monday. The court also sentenced her to four years in prison, two of which were suspended, and imposed Read More

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7 h. ago Electricity consumption up, production growth down in Q4 – CBN report

The Nigerian electricity sector slowed in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index declining by 1.64% year-on-year. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria says this marks a reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Average estimated electricity generation, according to a Channels TV report Read More

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8 h. ago NCDC raises the alarm over rising meningitis cases, reports 74 deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has expressed concern over the rising cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis in the country. NCDC warned that its peak season runs from November to May. As of March 26, 2025, 807 suspected cases and 74 deaths have been reported across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory. NCDC Read More

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8 h. ago French Presidential Hopeful Le Pen Banned 5 Years From Politics

French presidential hopeful and far-right figure-head, Marine Le Pen, has been banned from running for political office for five years after she was found guilty of embezzling European Union funds. Le Pen, her National Rally (RN) party and more than 20 of its members were convicted of using European Parliament money to pay staff who […]

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9 h. ago Paul Obukohwo: Group suggests tripartite investigation panel to unravel cause of death

From Ben Dunno A group, Victims Right Protection Initiatives (VRPI), has called for a thorough investigation into the remote and immediate causes of death of a 24-year-old upcoming artist, Paul Obukohwo, while in police custody, in order to establish the truth in the claim and counter-claim on the cause of death by the Delta State […] The post Paul Obukohwo: Group suggests tripartite investigation panel to unravel cause of death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago French far right leader Le Pen found guilty of corruption, banned from public office

A French court found far-right leader Marine Le Pen guilty Monday of misappropriating EU funds and she will be banned read more French far right leader Le Pen found guilty of corruption, banned from public office

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12 h. ago Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries

By John Ogunsemore A Nigerian, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie has been extradited to the United States of America for allegedly engaging in a transnational criminal organisation that operated an inheritance fraud scheme targeting elder US consumers. In a statement, the US Department of Justice disclosed that Akhimie, 41, was extradited from the United Kingdom. According to […] The post Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Myanmar junta declares one week of national mourning after quake

Myanmar’s ruling junta declared a week of national mourning on Monday for victims of the country’s devastating earthquake, which has killed more than 1,700 people. The official mourning period runs until April 6, the junta said in a statement, with national flags to fly at half-mast. AFP Details later Read More

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13 h. ago Experts Blame Weak Law Enforcement For Digital Rights Violation

A Digital Rights expert Friday Odeh has attributed weak enforcement of existing laws and limited public awareness to increase in digital rights violation of Nigerians. Odeh who is the Country Director of Accountability Lab Nigeria, disclosed this in Makurdi during a One-Day Digital Rights Roundtable Engagement for Civil Society Organizations,(CSOs) Government officials and the media […]

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14 h. ago Emergency Rule: Nigerians Must Stop Tinubu For Breaching Constitution In Rivers – Falana

Human Rights Lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has tasked Nigerians to stand against what he described as ‘violation of the country’s constitution’ by President Bola Tinubu, over declaration of Emergency Rule in Rivers State. Speaking over the weekend in a virtual meeting with some Nigerians in diaspora, co-hosted by popular columnist, Farooq Kperogi, Falana acknowledged that […] The post Emergency Rule: Nigerians Must Stop Tinubu For Breaching Constitution In Rivers – Falana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana Says nation’s economy failing HUMAN Rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for his recent pronouncement of a state of emergency in River State, describing the nation’s number one citizen as giving out what he refused to accept then as Lagos State governor. Falana, who was speaking at a webinar tagged, “Civilian Coup? […] Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Djokovic silent on eye ailment after stunning Miami Open defeat

Novak Djokovic refused to discuss the evident eye problem he suffered before Sunday’s Miami Open final defeat to unseeded Czech teenager Jakub Mensik saying he did not want to take away from his opponent’s triumph. After a nearly six hour rain delay, Djokovic appeared with looked to be a stye causing swelling around his right Read More

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19 h. ago SERAP To NASS: Reject Bill Seeking To Jail Citizens Who Fail To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the National Assembly to reject a proposed bill that aims to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of N100,000 on any Nigerian of voting age who fails to participate in national and state elections. SERAP, which made the demand in an open letter addressed […]

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21 h. ago How bankruptcy led Nigerian boxer to death in Ghana – NBBofC

The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control says boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who died in Accra, Ghana on Saturday, was not granted approval for the fatal bout after his initial fight scheduled for Friday was cancelled after being adjudged overweight. The 40-year-old former National and West African light-heavyweight champion lost consciousness during his bout against Ghanaian Read More

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25 h. ago Money For Hospital Project Paid In Full Multiple Times With Nothing In Place — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, said the agency uncovered massive corruption where some (unnamed) government officials paid 100 per cent fees for a hospital project that was never built. The ICPC chairman said the most troubling part of the corruption was that the officials ensured […]

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25 h. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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