85 m. ago My first onscreen kiss in Nollywood was embarrassing –Osas Ighodaro

By Rita Okoye Award-winning actress Osas Ighodaro has shared a candid account of her first on-screen kiss in Nollywood, describing it as one of her earliest cultural shocks in the Nigerian film industry. Ighodaro, who relocated to Nigeria from the United States in 2012, revealed the experience during a recent episode of The Culture League […] The post My first onscreen kiss in Nollywood was embarrassing –Osas Ighodaro appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nepal’s Parliament Dissolved, New Elections Set For March 2026

The dissolution comes after a new interim prime minister was appointed in the wake of deadly anti-government protests. The post Nepal’s Parliament Dissolved, New Elections Set For March 2026 appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Nepal: Citizens Can Demand Accountability Without Destruction, Says Tinubu’s Aide

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has reflected on the scale of chaos and destruction in Nepal following youth protests against corruption and controversial ban on social media, saying citizens of a country can demand accountability from their leaders without resorting to violence. He noted that after the […]

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8 h. ago Awujale: We’ve not constituted screening committee for aspirants — Owoyemi

Tribune Online Awujale: We’ve not constituted screening committee for aspirants — Owoyemi Owoyemi, a former president of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), explained that so many factors would be considered to make the process seamless for all contestants. Awujale: We’ve not constituted screening committee for aspirants — Owoyemi Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Governor Abiodun Appoints 1,200 Aides Boost Governance At Grassroots In Ogun

Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 Political Assistants (PAs) to serve as change agents, as well as enhance civic engagement at the grassroots across the state. The Special Adviser to Governor Abiodun on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, who disclosed this to journalists on Friday, said appointments of the new PAs […]

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8 h. ago Governor Abiodun Appoints 1,200 Aides To Boost Governance At Grassroots In Ogun

Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 Political Assistants (PAs) to serve as change agents, as well as enhance civic engagement at the grassroots across the state. The Special Adviser to Governor Abiodun on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, who disclosed this to journalists on Friday, said appointments of the new PAs […]

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9 h. ago Emir Sanusi lauds British govt, citizens for tolerance, diversity

Tribune Online Emir Sanusi lauds British govt, citizens for tolerance, diversity Emir Sanusi emphasised that the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) welcomed Christian brothers and sisters into the mosque... Emir Sanusi lauds British govt, citizens for tolerance, diversity Tribune Online

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9 h. ago “I’m Not Dying Anytime Soon” – Chiwetalu Agu Dispels Death Hoax

Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has denied reports of his death. The rumours began when a Facebook account named Mzansi Celebrities claimed that the veteran actor had passed away due to “complications from diabetes and spine surgery.” “Veteran Nollywood Legend Chiwetala Agu Passes Away at 66! Shocking battle with diabetes & spine surgery ends in tragedy,” […] The post “I’m Not Dying Anytime Soon” – Chiwetalu Agu Dispels Death Hoax appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago North Korea ‘Executing Citizens’ For Watching Foreign Films, TV – UN

North Korea has allegedly executed citizens for watching or distributing foreign television programmes, including popular South Korean dramas, according to a United Nations (UN) human rights report released on Friday. The 14-page report described an intensifying crackdown on personal freedoms, with punishments becoming harsher and surveillance more pervasive. Based on interviews with more than 300 […]

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9 h. ago FG moves to strengthen payroll integrity, public service accountability

Tribune Online FG moves to strengthen payroll integrity, public service accountability She noted that the steering committee, being the highest decision-making body overseeing the implementation of the IPPIS project... FG moves to strengthen payroll integrity, public service accountability Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Extension Of Natasha’s Suspension A Desecration Of Democracy — Akande

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has condemned the refusal of the Senate leadership to allow Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to resume legislative duties after completing her six-month suspension, describing the development as a desecration of democracy. Speaking on his ‘My Take’ segment on ‘Inside Sources’ TV show on Channels Television on Friday, Akande said the Senate […]

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12 h. ago Imo Journalist Granted ₦2m Bail After One Month In Detention For Alleged Defamation

An Owerri Magistrate’s Court has granted bail to Mr. Ejike Ogbonna, publisher of First Citizen Newspaper, after he spent 30 days in detention at the Tiger Base Police Unit over allegations of defaming a government official The court granted him bail in the sum of ₦2 million and further directed that he must provide a […] The post Imo Journalist Granted ₦2m Bail After One Month In Detention For Alleged Defamation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nepal Seeks Interim Leader As Army Restores Order After Deadly Protests

Nepal’s president and Army, on Friday, sought to find a consensus interim leader to fill a political vacuum after deadly anti-corruption protests toppled the government and left parliament in flames. At least 51 people were killed in the unrest, the worst violence since the end of the Maoist civil war and the abolition of the […]

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14 h. ago Six Suspects Nabbed As Jigawa Police Recover Stolen Cows, Vandalised Cables

The Jigawa State Police Command has apprehended six individuals suspected of cattle theft and electricity vandalism, recovering stolen livestock and vandalised property during separate operations across the state. Jigawa, predominantly a rural and agricultural state, has in recent years faced recurring incidents of cattle rustling and the destruction of electricity infrastructure, particularly the theft of […] The post Six Suspects Nabbed As Jigawa Police Recover Stolen Cows, Vandalised Cables appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Akpabio seeks EFCC support for transparency, accountability in SSDC 

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Managing Director of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), Ms. Usoro Akpabio, has called for collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure the commission’s financial activities are firmly guided by compliance with extant financial laws. Akpabio made the call on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the […] The post Akpabio seeks EFCC support for transparency, accountability in SSDC  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago S’Africa leads as Nigeria holds 1.7% of Africa’s $63.6bn insurance market

South Africa remains, by far, the dominant figure in the continent’s insurance market as Nigeria accounts for a paltry 1.7 read more S’Africa leads as Nigeria holds 1.7% of Africa’s $63.6bn insurance market

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16 h. ago FG To Begin 2025 Budget Implementation By September – DG Yakubu

The Federal Government has announced that implementation of the 2025 national budget will begin by the end of September, following the winding down of the 2024 budget. The disclosure was made on Thursday, by the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu, during the 3rd Quarter Ministerial Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement […] The post FG To Begin 2025 Budget Implementation By September – DG Yakubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago ICPC Tracks ₦271bn In Projects, Recovers Billions Across Northern Nigeria

The Commission says the project tracking will continue across other regions, with increased collaboration from civil society and citizens expected in the coming phases. The post ICPC Tracks ₦271bn In Projects, Recovers Billions Across Northern Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago ‘Food Prices Have Crashed’, Agric Minister Speaks On Tinubu’s Emergency Interventions

  Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s emergency measures on food security have started yielding results, insisting that food prices in the country “have crashed.” Kyari made the remarks on Friday morning while speaking on Arise News ‘Day Break’ programme, where he defended the administration’s strategy […]

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17 h. ago NUPRC Hailed On Transparency, Efficiency In Petroleum Regulation

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has been commended for transparency and efficiency by the Public Space Tracker in West Africa. In a statement, the organisation commended NUPRC Chief Executive, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, for setting a new benchmark for accountability and efficiency in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. According to the group’s convener, Dr. […]

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