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NARD Gives FG Four-Week Ultimatum, Extends Strike Suspension

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to fully implement all outstanding agreements bordering on salaries, allowances and welfare of its members, even as it extended the suspension of its Total Indefinite Comprehensive Strike (TICS). In a communiqué jointly signed by the NARD President, Dr. Mohammad

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Sports

Blatter raises safety concerns ahead of 2026 World Cup

Former FIFA president, Sepp Blatter, has raised concerns about safety ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging fans to be cautious about travelling to the United States. His comments were linked to recent security incidents in the country. Blatter’s remarks have sparked mixed reactions among football fans and analysts. While some dismissed the concerns,

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Sports

Super Falcons to use WAFU B tournament to prepare for WAFCON 2026

The Super Falcons will participate in the WAFU B Four-Nation Invitational Tournament as part of preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The competition is expected to feature other West African teams and will serve as a warm-up ahead of the continental event. Team officials said the tournament would help the players build

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Sports

Ndidi loses father in road accident

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, following a fatal road accident in Delta State. Reports said he was rushed to the hospital after the crash but was later confirmed dead by medical officials. Messages of condolence have continued to pour in from fans, teammates and football officials. Ndidi’s club also

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Sports

Coach highlights Lookman’s role ahead of Union SG vs Atalanta clash

Union Saint-Gilloise head coach, David Hubert, has spoken about Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman ahead of his side’s UEFA Champions League encounter with Atalanta. Hubert said Lookman’s ability to move between the lines and create chances makes him a key attacking threat The coach noted that his team would need to remain disciplined while exploiting

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Politics

Tinubu seeks Senate approval to increase Court of Appeal justices

President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate seeking approval to increase the number of justices of the Court of Appeal from 70 to 110. The proposal is aimed at reducing the heavy backlog of cases and improving the speed of justice deliver The request was read on the floor of the Senate during plenary,

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Politics

UK court jails Nigerian for six years over assault case

A United Kingdom court has sentenced a Nigerian man, Daniel Odubanjo, to six years in prison for offences including false imprisonment and sexual assault. The judgement was delivered by a court in Essex following investigations by British Transport Police The court heard that the incident occurred on a train, where the victim was unlawfully restrained.

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Politics

Police sanction 10 officers over social media misconduct

The Nigeria Police Force has sanctioned 10 officers for violating its social media policy. The affected officers were punished with various disciplinary measures, including dismissal, demotion and reprimand, following internal investigations Police authorities said the actions were meant to enforce professionalism and discipline within the Force. They warned officers against unauthorised use of social media

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General Security

Suspected internet fraudster arraigned over $7,000 romance scam

A suspected internet fraudster, Samson Onaolapo, has been arraigned before a Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged romance scam involving about $7,000. He was charged with conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence and impersonation, to which he pleaded not guilt The prosecution told the court that the defendant allegedly posed as a foreign

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

Runsewe explains failed Tiger Woods Nigeria visit

The Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture, Otunba Segun Runsewe, has explained why plans to bring golf star Tiger Woods to Nigeria did not materialise. He said logistical and funding challenges prevented the proposed visit from taking plac Runsewe noted that the requirements for hosting a global sports icon of Woods’ status

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