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May 2025

Governor Otti Pays Tribute to Late Commissioner Sunny Onwuma at Memorial Service

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Governor Otti Pays Tribute to Late Commissioner Sunny Onwuma at Memorial Service

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has honored the late Commissioner for Labour and Productivity, Sunny Onwuma, during a special night of tributes, praising his contributions to resolving labour

Senate Urges Military Redeployment After Boko Haram Kills 12 Soldiers in Borno

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Senate Urges Military Redeployment After Boko Haram Kills 12 Soldiers in Borno

The Nigerian Senate has called for immediate redeployment of military personnel to the North-East following the killing of 12 soldiers by Boko Haram insurgents in Marte, Borno State.

LP Crisis: Abure Challenges Peter Obi to Prove Financial Support Claims

Politics

| 17-05-2025

LP Crisis: Abure Challenges Peter Obi to Prove Financial Support Claims

Labour Party National Chairman Julius Abure has challenged Peter Obi and other party leaders to provide evidence of financial contributions made to him during the 2023 elections, threatening

Naira Strengthens to ₦1,600.03 at Official Market, Drops to ₦1,635 at Black Market

Business

| 17-05-2025

Naira Strengthens to ₦1,600.03 at Official Market, Drops to ₦1,635 at Black Market

Nigeria's currency showed mixed performance on Tuesday, appreciating slightly to ₦1,600.03 per dollar at the official foreign exchange market while simultaneously depreciating to ₦1,635 at t

Malouda Advises Nkunku to Consider Arsenal Move Amid Chelsea Struggles

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Malouda Advises Nkunku to Consider Arsenal Move Amid Chelsea Struggles

Former Chelsea winger Florent Malouda suggests Christopher Nkunku should consider joining Arsenal or Bayern Munich to secure regular playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

MAAUN Closes Non-Compliant Private Hostels Over Student Welfare Concerns

Education

| 17-05-2025

MAAUN Closes Non-Compliant Private Hostels Over Student Welfare Concerns

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria has closed several private hostels, including Al-Ansar Indabo, citing poor facilities and non-compliance with university regulations.

Ancelotti Reveals Rodrygo's Sadness Over Leg Injury at Real Madrid

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Ancelotti Reveals Rodrygo's Sadness Over Leg Injury at Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has opened up about forward Rodrygo's current situation at the club, revealing the Brazilian star is dealing with leg discomfort and missed training due t

Scaloni Names World's Best Player, Sets Messi Aside in Surprising Statement

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Scaloni Names World's Best Player, Sets Messi Aside in Surprising Statement

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has named who he considers the current best footballers in the world, deliberately setting his captain Lionel Messi aside, claiming the Inter Miami star remain

Capello Criticizes Real Madrid's 'Unfair' Treatment of Ancelotti Ahead of Brazil Move

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Capello Criticizes Real Madrid's 'Unfair' Treatment of Ancelotti Ahead of Brazil Move

Former England and Real Madrid manager Fabio Capello has criticized Los Blancos for their decision to part ways with Carlo Ancelotti despite his remarkable success at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Nigerian Troops Eliminate Six Terrorists in Sokoto, Zamfara Hideouts During Operation

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Nigerian Troops Eliminate Six Terrorists in Sokoto, Zamfara Hideouts During Operation

Nigerian military forces have conducted successful raids on terrorist enclaves across Sokoto and Zamfara States, eliminating six insurgents and recovering weapons during Operation FANSAN YAN