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The draw for the Champions League knockout play-offs will take place on Friday

The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League group stage has come to a thrilling conclusion, setting up an exciting knockout phase play-off draw, which will take place on Friday, 31 January, at 12:00 CET, in Nyon, Switzerland. Following the simultaneous conclusion of all group-stage matches on Wednesday night, the list of teams advancing directly to the Round of 16, those heading to the knockout play-offs,…

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330kV Power Transmission Line Vandalized in Makurdi – TCN

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced on Thursday that its tower T195 along the Ugwuaji – Makurdi 330kV transmission line was targeted by vandals on Saturday. TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Mrs. Ndidi Mbah, disclosed in Abuja that the incident occurred at Watuolo village, Utonkon in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State. However, Mbah noted that the vandalism attempt…

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Four Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Kidnapping in Bayelsa

A High Court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, has sentenced four individuals to death by hanging after finding them guilty of conspiracy and kidnapping. The convicted individuals—Manager Etonzor, Daniel Derietiedei, Inimotimi Rufus, and Tari Firstman—were found guilty on Tuesday in Suit No. YHC/43c/2021, presided over by Justice Patience Diri. They were convicted under Section 2(1) of the Bayelsa…

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EFCC and bidders clash over car auction process

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has responded to bidders protesting alleged irregularities in the recent car auction held across various locations in the country. The auction, which took place between Monday, January 20, and Monday, January 27, 2025, concluded with bidders sharing screenshots on social media showing exorbitant bid amounts, prompting many to withdraw from the…

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Former Osun governor Akande claims he pressured Tinubu to run for president

Former Osun State Governor Bisi Akande has revealed that he was instrumental in persuading President Bola Tinubu to run for the presidency. In an interview on State Affairs with Edmund Obilo, published on YouTube on Wednesday, Akande shared that Tinubu was initially hesitant to pursue the presidency, citing financial limitations and personal reservations. Akande recounted Tinubu’s response when…

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Cardoso announces clearance of $7 billion outstanding foreign exchange

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, announced on Wednesday that the Federal Government has successfully cleared the $7 billion foreign exchange backlog owed to various firms. This follows a thorough verification process conducted by forensic auditors. Cardoso made the announcement during the launch of Nigeria’s Regulatory Policy Framework, organized by the…

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DR Congo Forces Resisting Rwanda-Backed Militants – President

President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has asserted that his forces are delivering a “vigorous” response to Rwanda-backed fighters advancing in the country’s chronically unstable eastern region. He also criticized the international community for its “silence and inaction” in the face of the escalating crisis. The M23 armed group, which has captured large portions of…

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US Passenger Plane and Military Helicopter Collide Near Washington, D.C.

A passenger aircraft and a military helicopter collided mid-air near Ronald Reagan National Airport, triggering a large-scale emergency response and halting all airport operations. According to Al Jazeera, the collision occurred around 9 p.m. on Wednesday, as confirmed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The aircraft involved was a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700, operating as an…

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Court Orders Woman's Remand Over Girl Trafficking Charges

Court Remands Woman for Alleged Trafficking of Three Young Women to Ghana A Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday ordered the remand of a woman, Rejoice John, also known as Success, at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre for allegedly trafficking three young women to Ghana for prostitution. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke directed her remand pending the hearing and ruling on her bail…

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Man and his lover arrested for selling child for N450,000 in Akwa Ibom

Couple Arrested in Akwa Ibom for Selling Their Child for N450,000 Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested Christiana Ibanga and her boyfriend, Inyene Akpan, for their alleged involvement in human trafficking and the sale of their child for N450,000. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, made this known while parading the suspects alongside others at the…

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Nigeria seeks partnership with China for drone manufacturing

On Monday, the Federal Government of Nigeria took steps to advance its domestic drone technology by partnering with Loong UAV, a leading Chinese company specializing in tactical drone solutions. Dr. Joseph Tegbe, the Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), led the Nigerian delegation and explained that the collaboration with Loong UAV aims to enhance Nigeria’s drone…

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Police storm criminal hideout in Anambra, seize hard drugs and cash

The Anambra State Police Command has uncovered a criminal hideout at Umudike, Amaokpala in Orumba North Local Government Area, recovering various illegal items during a raid. In a press statement on Monday, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that the operation, conducted by a joint security team on January 25, 2025, around 10:30 pm, was based on intelligence reports. The…

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Tesla and BMW contest EU tariffs on electric cars manufactured in China

Elon Musk’s Tesla and German automaker BMW have filed legal challenges against EU import tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in China, the European Commission confirmed on Monday. Both companies that produce EVs in China joined Chinese manufacturers BYD, Geely, and SAIC in contesting additional tariffs at the Court of Justice of the European Union. These tariffs, introduced by Brussels in…

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Neymar poised to rejoin his boyhood club, Santos – Report

Brazilian and Al Hilal superstar Neymar Jr. is on the verge of returning to his boyhood club, Santos, sources revealed to ESPN on Sunday. Reports indicate that Neymar’s contract with Al Hilal is expected to be terminated, with final negotiations currently underway. Fabrizio Romano shared an update on his X handle on Sunday, confirming that Neymar’s return to Santos is now imminent, as a verbal…

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UNILAG graduate recalls being mocked by classmates for seeking school fees on the street

Mary Oluwakemi, a Mass Communication graduate and beautician, whose video of begging for financial support to pay her final-year school fees went viral, opens up to AJIBADE OMAPE about the reasons behind her actions. Can you tell us about your early life and background? I’m Mary Oluwakemi, 30 years old, from Oluyole in Oyo State. I am the first daughter and the first child of my parents. I have…

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Kaduna aims to become Nigeria's grape-farming hub – Governor

Kaduna State is positioning itself as Nigeria’s grape-farming hub, with Governor Uba Sani pledging to support grape farmers by providing seedlings, mechanized farming tools, training, and other support services to enhance yield per hectare. The governor noted that this initiative aims to strengthen grape production in Kaduna, which already contributes 85% of Nigeria’s total grape…

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Kebbi set to recruit 500 health workers and integrate 390 more

The Kebbi State Government has unveiled plans to recruit 500 additional health workers and integrate 390 staff members from the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI) into the state’s workforce this year. Governor Nasir Idris announced this on Saturday during the handing-over ceremony of the NGF/GAVI UNICEF Project in Birnin Kebbi. “We intend to employ 500 more health…