Category: News
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DON’T IGNORE THE SIGNS: EXPERT URGES EARLY TESTING FOR HEMOPHILIA
Lagos — A leading hematologist, Titi Adeyemo, is urging Nigerians to take unusual bleeding seriously and seek early diagnosis for Hemophilia to improve survival and quality of life. She warned that many cases go undetected, leading to severe complications—or even death—despite modern treatments that can help patients live near-normal lives. According to her, symptoms like…
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SMOKE COSTS TOO LITTLE: CISLAC PUSHES FOR HIGHER TOBACCO TAXES
Katsina — Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) is calling on the Federal Government to hike tobacco taxes, arguing that low prices are fuelling widespread smoking—especially among youths and low-income groups. Executive Director Auwal Rafsanjani said higher taxes would push up prices and cut consumption, describing taxation as one of the most effective tools to…
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SMOOTH SAILING: ZAMFARA GOV PRAISES APC CONGRESSES, NEW LEADERS EMERGE
Gusau — Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has applauded the peaceful and orderly conduct of APC congresses across the state, describing the process as a major boost for party unity and grassroots strength. About 745 delegates from 147 wards across all 14 LGAs participated, producing new party executives through a consensus arrangement—an outcome the governor says…
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CONSENSUS CRASHES: EX-IGP ALKALI ENTERS YOBE GOV RACE, SETS STAGE FOR SHOWDOWN
Damaturu — The race for Yobe’s 2027 governorship has taken a dramatic turn as former Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali, officially joins the contest following the breakdown of consensus talks among aspirants. Alkali revealed that the earlier plan to produce a single candidate failed after at least four other aspirants went ahead to purchase nomination…
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NO BAD BLOOD: NWIFURU SHUTS DOWN UMAHI RIFT RUMOURS AHEAD OF 2027
Abakaliki — Ebonyi Governor Francis Nwifuru has dismissed rumours of a fallout with his predecessor and current Works Minister, David Umahi, calling the reports “pure speculation.” The buzz started after a consensus arrangement sidelined some aspirants linked to Umahi—but Nwifuru insists there’s no rift. “We’re working together for the party’s progress,” he said, blaming the…
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APC STAKEHOLDERS PICK FORMS FOR KALU, PUSH HIM INTO ABIA 2027 RACE
Abuja — Momentum is building ahead of 2027 as APC stakeholders in Abia have purchased governorship nomination forms for Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, urging him to step into the race. The group says Kalu’s track record at the National Assembly—spanning legislative impact, party unity, and constituency projects—makes him the right man to lead Abia. They…
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ADC URGED TO ADOPT NEW PARTY OR RISK 2027 DEADLINE STRUGGLE – LAWYER
Awka, May 2, 2026 — A legal practitioner in Awka, John Okoli-Akirika, has advised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to consider adopting a new, legally “clean” political platform if it wants to meet INEC’s tight schedule for the 2027 elections. Speaking to NAN, he warned that despite a recent Supreme Court ruling touching on the…
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OTTI KICKS OFF PVC MOBILISATION DRIVE IN ABIA COMMUNITIES
With elections ahead, Abia residents are being urged to do one key thing first—get their Permanent Voter Cards. Nsulu, Abia State, — Governor Alex Otti has launched a grassroots mobilisation campaign across Abia State, urging residents to register and obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the upcoming Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) registration…
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FANS CELEBRATE HELEN PAUL AT 43, FLOOD SOCIAL MEDIA WITH LOVE
Abuja, May 1, 2026 — Fans and colleagues of Nigerian comedian and actress Helen Paul have taken to social media to celebrate her as she marks her 43rd birthday. The entertainer shared a heartfelt post thanking God for life, praying for wisdom, good health, peace, and progress in her new year. Almost immediately, her comment…
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CARTER EFE OUTPUNCHES PORTABLE, CLAIMS CELEBRITY BOXING GLORY
Lagos, May 2, 2026 — Skit maker Carter Efe defeated street-hop star Portable in a heated celebrity boxing bout held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The three-round fight lived up to the hype, with Portable starting strong and aggressive, while Efe stayed calm and tactical. By the second round, Efe’s precision and stamina…
