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Feb

15

2025

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Asagba Bans Unregistered Native Doctors, As Oba Of Benin Warns Against Misuse Of Attires

Culture, News Flash, People Reorientation

Asagba Bans Unregistered Native Doctors, As Oba Of Benin Warns Against Misuse Of Attires The Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, yesterday, banned the activities of unregistered native doctors and their female (Ezewanyi) counterparts who are of non-Asaba extraction in Asaba and environs, saying: “The way and manner they operate is detrimental to the peace and well-being of our land.”The monarch also decried the massive influx of people from other states who currently constitute a nuisance in the state. Addressing journalists at his Palace, Prof. Azinge said: “We have banned activities of Ezewanyi because they have suddenly taken over the…

Feb

15

2025

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NECO Releases 2024 Examination Results

Education, FGN, News Flash

NECO releases 2024 examination results The National Examinations Council (NECO) has published the results for the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External, with 57,114 candidates achieving five credits or more, including English Language and Mathematics. Announcing the results in Minna on Friday, NECO’s Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, stated that the overall pass rate was 67.35%. The examination took place from November 14 to December 14, 2024, with 86,067 candidates registered. According to Wushishi, the successful release of results followed the standard examination process, which includes pre-examination, examination, and post-examination stages. A total of 29 subjects…

Feb

14

2025

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Breaking: Afenifere Leader, Adebanjo dies At 96

Obituary, News Flash, South West

BREAKING: Afenifere Leader, Adebanjo dies Renowned nationalist and elder statesman, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, has passed away at the age of 96. According to Vanguard, the Yoruba leader breathed his last on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki residence in Lagos State. SubmitIn an official statement released on Friday, the family confirmed his peaceful departure, saying, “He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos home at the age of 96.” Chief Adebanjo, a respected lawyer, former organising secretary of the Action Group, and national leader of Afenifere, is survived by his…

Feb

14

2025

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‘Free My Son,’ 2Face Mother Begs Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawuru

Gossips, Love & Life, Marriage And Love, News Flash

‘Free My Son,’ 2face Mother Begs Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawuru Rose Idibia, the mother of veteran singer Innocent, popularly known as 2face, has raised the alarm that Nigerians should help her beg Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawuru, to leave her son. She made the appeal in a video that went viral on Thursday evening According to Mrs Idibia, 2face is presently not in his right frame of mind due to the divorce proceedings with his estranged wife, Annie. “Good evening, Nigerians. My name is Mrs Rose Idibia, the mother of 2face. This message is for Miss Natasha Osawaru of Edo…

Feb

14

2025

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TRUE-LIFE CONFESSION: I Sleep With 12 To 20 Men Daily For N1,000; 14-Year-Old JSS 3 Girl Confess.

Crime, News Flash, Police Force, Spirituality

TRUE-LIFE CONFESSION: 14-Year-Old JSS 3 Girl Says She Sleeps With 12 To 20 Men Daily For N1,000 Yesterday, Southwest Security Network codenamed Amotekun reportedly busted a sex trafficking syndicate in Ogun state. According to Trending Ex, the syndicate lure kids and use them as sex slaves charging customers as low as ₦1k per session. 14yr old victim said they brought her from Akwa Ibom on the promise’s that she’ll work as a sales girl. On getting there, they gave her some drugs, the boss lady cut her hair and told her that, if she runs away, she’ll use the hair…

Feb

14

2025

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Doctor Reacts To Belief On Sex And Prostate Cancer Risk

Health, Love & Life, News Flash

Doctor Reacts To Belief On Sex And Prostate Cancer Risk Dr Sam Adegboye, a Physician, has debunked the claim that frequent sexual activity reduces the risk of prostate cancer in men. Adegboye is the Assistant Chief Medical Officer and General Practitioner at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti. He debunked the claim in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Osogbo Adegboye said most of the neurological articles did not agree with the claims. “Most of the neurological articles do not agree with that because one of the journals checked was the American Journal of…

Feb

14

2025

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Governor Otti Restates Commitment To Actualizing Reliable Power Supply In ABIA State

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Power & Energy

Goveenor Otti Restates Commitment to Actualising Reliable Power Supply in Abia State Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has restated his commitment to actaulising reliable power supply as a way of encouraging industrialisation in Abia State. Governor Otti gave the assurance when he led a delegation from the European Union on a visit to the management of Aba Integrated Power Project(Geometric) at their Osisioma Corporate Headquarters as well as tour of the power plant facilities. Governor Otti commended the management of Aba IPP for the progress they have recorded so far in power generation and distribution, especially…

Feb

14

2025

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Agborji Women Association (AWA) Visits Ohafia LGA Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu

Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

AGBORJI WOMEN ASSOCIATION (AWA) VISITS OHAFIA LGA MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU. The Agborji Women Association (AWA) made a groundbreaking visit to the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, led by Elder Mrs. Mercy Dike Oleh. This trailblazing delegation sought to forge a powerful alliance with the Mayor, pledging their unwavering support for his future endeavors and cementing their commitment to driving transformative change in the community. This historic visit underscored the vital importance of community engagement and collaboration, highlighting the profound impact that women's associations can have in propelling development and growth in local communities. During the…

Feb

14

2025

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Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Flags-Off 2nd Round Routine Immunization Vaccine Catch-up Program In Ohafia LGA

Abia North, Health, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu flags-off 2nd Round Routine Immunisation Vaccine Catch-up Program in Ohafia LGA. Today, the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, flagged off the 2nd round routine immunisation vaccine catch-up ceremony. The event aimed to sensitize mothers on the importance of vaccination in preventing unforeseen diseases in children. According to the Mayor, it is crucial for all mothers within the LGA to observe this health sensitization to protect their children from vaccine-preventable diseases. The Mayor emphasized the significance of vaccination in ensuring the health and well-being of children, which aligns with global health recommendations. The Catch-up…

Feb

14

2025

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NNPC Reduces Petrol Price, Directs Filling Stations To Comply

Business, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas

NNPC Reduces Petrol Price, Directs Filling Stations To Comply The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a slight reduction in petrol prices at its retail stations, lowering the pump price from N960 to N945 per litre. The new pricing took effect on Thursday, February 13, 2025, following an official directive from the company’s headquarters. According to Politics Nigeria, At an NNPC filling station in Ejigbo, attendants confirmed the adjustment. One of them stated, “We received instructions this morning (Thursday) to change the price from N960 to N945. As you can see, more customers are coming in, and the…