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world

Many feared dead from 7.1-magnitude quake in Kumamoto, Japan

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, causing widespread damage, injuries and fears of deaths.

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world

Kyiv warns Iran against escalation after Ukraine’s Caspian Sea attack

Kyiv claims its Caspian Sea strike targeted Russian warships, denying intent to harm civilian vessels or individuals.

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general

‘Is He Going For Boxing?’ APC Dismisses Peter Obi’s Call For Tinubu’s Resignation

The former Anambra State governor, who is eyeing the nation's top job, had urged Tinubu to step aside before the 2027 election. The post ‘Is He Going For Boxing?’ APC D

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Singer Cassie Ventura scores major win in Diddy escort lawsuit

Singer Cassie Ventura has secured a major legal victory against former escort Clayton Howard. A California federal j

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Catholic priest questions African priests who reject African names during baptism

A Catholic priest has questioned why Catholic priests from Africa reject African names during baptism. He claime

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Bandits attack rectorâs residence, k!ll guard, abduct lecturer and others in Zamfara

Bandits attacked the residence of the Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda in Zamfara State, Dr. Aminu Yusuf, k!lli

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Gov Soludo celebrates 66th birthday with a private dinner with his family members

Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo turned 66 today, July 28. To celebrate the day, he hosted his immediate fa

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business

Insurance stocks rescue NGX as investors recover N481 billion

The Nigerian equities market bounced back on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, with investors gaining approximately N481.18 billion as strong buying interest in insurance stocks and selected

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Activist, Harrison Gwamnishu demands justice as in-laws allegedly harass 28-year-old widow eight days after husband's death

Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has demanded justice for a 28-year-old widow, identified as Tosin, who is &

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sports

WAFCON 2026: Zambia Sends Super Falcons Warning After 6-0 Thrashing Of Egypt

Four goals from Barbra Banda saw Copper Queens of Zambia thrash Egypt 6-0, in their first Group C game at the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco on Tuesday. After d

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business

New Zealand announces changes to seasonal worker scheme, implementation starts 2027

The New Zealand government has announced changes to its Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme, introducing a simpler recruitment process, greater worker mobility and stronger p

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sports

Nigeria Vs Malawi Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 1)

Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – WAFCON 2026 Group C matchday 1 clash between the Super Falcons of Nigeria and the Scorchers of Malaw

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business

CIBN, ACAMB push for financial inclusion, women empowerment & sustainable growth for the banking industry.

Chartered Institute of Bankers and the Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) have enjoined banks to further deepen and prioritize fina

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19-year-old Nigerian student, accomplice jailed for robbery and blackmail in UK

A 19-year-old Nigerian student and another man who tortured" and humiliated party guests during a robbery before posting a

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