10 h. ago Many of Nigeria’s herbal drugs safe but lack efficacy — NIMR

Tribune Online Many of Nigeria’s herbal drugs safe but lack efficacy — NIMR WHO has stated that traditional and herbal related medicines should be tested before being made available to the public... Many of Nigeria’s herbal drugs safe but lack efficacy — NIMR Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s Mineral Wealth Still An ‘Unexploited Benefit’, Says Analyst

Public affairs analyst, Dayo Akintobi, has described Nigeria’s vast mineral resources as an “unexploited benefit” rather than a curse, blaming decades of neglect and poor management for the country’s inability to maximise its natural wealth. Speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast show, ‘The Morning Brief’ on Monday, Akintobi said that despite the abundance of mineral resources […]

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12 h. ago Only Man To Appeal In Gisele Pelicot Case Says Not A ‘Rapist’

Dogan was one of 51 men found guilty of sexual abuse at Dominique Pelicot's invitation, in a trial that shocked the world. The post Only Man To Appeal In Gisele Pelicot Case Says Not A ‘Rapist’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Lagos: One Dead, Five Arrested In Rival Cult Clash In Badagry

Lagos State Police Command confirms that one person dies and five suspects are arrested following a violent clash between rival cult groups in the Onireke and Isashi communities of Badagry, Lagos State. Police responding to the incident recover a locally fabricated pistol, two pump-action guns, 52 live bullets, two spent cartridges, a Toyota Avalon (registration […] The post Lagos: One Dead, Five Arrested In Rival Cult Clash In Badagry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Jigawa Police Nab Nine Suspected Cattle Rustlers, Recover Livestock

The Jigawa State Police Command has apprehended nine suspected cattle rustlers during coordinated operations in Auyo Local Government Area of the state. Spokesperson for the command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, confirmed the development in a statement issued to Daily Post on Sunday. He noted that the arrests were part of the command’s ongoing efforts to […] The post Jigawa Police Nab Nine Suspected Cattle Rustlers, Recover Livestock appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Hilux, Tanker Collision Leaves Four Dead On Kaduna–Abuja Highway

A tragic accident on Sunday along the Kaduna–Abuja highway claimed four lives. The crash was confirmed by Iliyasu Tijjani, the Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna Sector Command. He said the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. at Kakau, near Gonin Gora, on the outskirts of Kaduna. According to Tijjani, the collision involved […] The post Hilux, Tanker Collision Leaves Four Dead On Kaduna–Abuja Highway appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Princewill, Asari Lift Entrepreneurs, Students In Rivers Community With N110m

  Newly installed traditional head of Da-Ogo Polo in Buguma, Rivers State, Prince Tonye Princewill and the Amanyanabo of the Source, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, have raised the sum of N110 million for the community’s development fund.Thedevelopment fund will be used to support entrepreneurs and students from the community, who are in various tertiary institutions. The […]

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17 h. ago ‘Living virgin’: Curse of marriage, other shocking facts about Nepal’s living goddess tradition

Tribune Online ‘Living virgin’: Curse of marriage, other shocking facts about Nepal’s living goddess tradition A two-year-old girl, Aryatara Shakya, was recently chosen as Nepal’s living goddess in another display of the country’s centuries-old custom. The little girl was carried by her family from their home in a Kathmandu alley to the temple palace during Nepal’s biggest Hindu festival. The selection, rooted in religion and tradition, has once again drawn […] ‘Living virgin’: Curse of marriage, other shocking facts about Nepal’s living goddess tradition Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Digital payment race heats up: Fintechs drive N71.5trn transactions as banks monetise digital growth

Tribune Online Digital payment race heats up: Fintechs drive N71.5trn transactions as banks monetise digital growth Nigeria’s digital payment space is witnessing intense competition as fintechs dominate transaction volumes, while traditional banks focus on translating digital activity into strong revenue growth. According to data from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), licensed mobile money operators, including OPay, PalmPay, and Moniepoint, processed a combined N71.5 trillion in transactions in 2024 — a […] Digital payment race heats up: Fintechs drive N71.5trn transactions as banks monetise digital growth Tribune Online

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22 h. ago N8bn liver transplant private hospital built by Nigerian excites FG

•Envoy hails it as symbol of strong Nigeria, Australia bond From Aidoghie Paulinus, Tasmania The Federal Government has expressed delight over the state-of-the-art Tasmania Digestive Centre built by a Nigerian Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, Dr Albert Nwaba, in Tasmania, Australia. Speaking during the commissioning, Acting High Commissioner of Nigeria to Australia, Ambassador Jane Bassey Adams, said […] The post N8bn liver transplant private hospital built by Nigerian excites FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago BBNaija S10 finale: Organisers unveil prize money after deductions

As the BBNaija Season 10 ends today, organisers have revealed a final twist: the grand prize has been reduced to ₦80 million after a series of in-house deductions and earnings from housemates’ activities. The revelation came during Sunday’s tense live briefing at the lounge, where host Big Brother detailed the financial ledger for the remaining […] The post BBNaija S10 finale: Organisers unveil prize money after deductions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago “Mutual Stubbornness, Unforgiveness Broke My First Marriage” — Daddy Freeze

Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze has opened up about the heartache of being estranged from his children, disclosing that he has not seen them in almost ten years since his first divorce. In a recent WithChude interview uploaded to YouTube on Saturday, Daddy Freeze, whose real name is Ifedayo Olarinde, referred to his marriage with […] The post “Mutual Stubbornness, Unforgiveness Broke My First Marriage” — Daddy Freeze appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Kogi Residents Urge Tinubu To Build Modern Market, Fix Idah–Ibaji Highway After Deadly Boat Tragedy

Ibaji residents in Kogi State have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to authorize the construction of a modern market and the rehabilitation of the Idah–Ibaji–Anambra federal highway following a tragic boat accident that claimed over 100 lives. The incident occurred when a heavily loaded wooden boat carrying traders from Ibaji to Ilushi Market in […] The post Kogi Residents Urge Tinubu To Build Modern Market, Fix Idah–Ibaji Highway After Deadly Boat Tragedy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Era of referring to Nigeria as most corrupt country is over — Tinubu’s wife

Tribune Online Era of referring to Nigeria as most corrupt country is over — Tinubu’s wife “I'm 65 years old now, I pray I live long. But I'm working so hard so that when my husband finishes his tenure, me too I can walk around safely... Era of referring to Nigeria as most corrupt country is over — Tinubu’s wife Tribune Online

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37 h. ago Your mother chose the right time to die, Akpabio tells Yilwatda

Tribune Online Your mother chose the right time to die, Akpabio tells Yilwatda Akpabio said the family should find comfort in the legacy Mama Lydia left behind and the impact she made in the lives of others... Your mother chose the right time to die, Akpabio tells Yilwatda Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Unregistered Dangote Truck Crushes Five Occupants In Tricycle To Death In Ogun

A truck accident at the Alapoka area along the Papalanto–Ilaro Road in Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State has claimed the lives of five people. The crash was confirmed in a statement obtained by PUNCH Online from the spokesperson for the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, Babatunde Akinbiyi. He added that […] The post Unregistered Dangote Truck Crushes Five Occupants In Tricycle To Death In Ogun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Businessman Wins ‘Salary 4 Life’ In Access Bank’s DiamondXtra Scheme

A businessman, Edwin Oraka has won the ‘Salary 4 Life’ prize in Access Bank’s DiamondXtra reward scheme, as the bank continues the programme’s tradition of empowering customers with life-changing prizes. The scheme, which has been running for 17 years, has rewarded over 30,947 customers with more than N6.62 billion to date. The rewards will include […]

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44 h. ago Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness

Tribune Online Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness In this report by VINCENT KURAUN, medical experts stress the significance for Nigerian men to engage in routine health check-ups to ensure early detection and prompt treatment of health concerns. A significant number of Nigerian men are battling with health issues that often go undiagnosed and untreated. The societal expectation for men to embody strength […] Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Senate President Cup: Organisers honour LOC chairman with prestigious award

The Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairman of the Senate Presidents U-18 Unity Football Tournament was honoured over the weekend with the Grassroot Sports Ambassador Award at a ceremony held at the Custodian Hotel, Abuja. The award was presented by Hon. John Ekpenyong, tournament coordinator; Senator Musa Mustafa, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Livestock; and […] The post Senate President Cup: Organisers honour LOC chairman with prestigious award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago “No Petty Trader Should Be Denied Their Livelihood” – Soludo

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a stern warning to local authorities against collecting taxes or levies from petty traders in the state. The statement was made on Saturday, while addressing supporters during a rally at Ekwulọbịa, Aguata Local Government Area. The governor’s directive comes after a visit to Eke Market in Awgbu, […] The post “No Petty Trader Should Be Denied Their Livelihood” – Soludo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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