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Jehovah’s Witnesses ease policy on transfusions, allows storage, use of one’s own blood

Jehovah’s Witnesses have announced a clarification on blood transfusions, allowing members to decide whether their own blood can be used during surgery or other medical procedures. The position still maintains the ban on receiving another person’s blood but gives individuals room to make decisions in life-threatening situations. In a video statement released on their website

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I’m not leaving PDP, Bala Mohammed

I’m not leaving PDP, Bala Mohammed rejects APC defection claims

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has again dismissed speculations about his alleged plan to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting that he remains a committed member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking to journalists on Friday after the Eid prayers marking the end of the 2026 Ramadan fast, the governor described

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Senegal moves AFCON trophy to military base

VIDEO: Senegal coach moves AFCON trophy to military base amid Morocco dispute

Senegal’s head coach, Pape Thiaw, has reportedly moved the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy to a military facility as tensions continue over the tournament’s final outcome involving Morocco. The development, which has intensified the Senegal AFCON trophy dispute, comes after reports showed the trophy being transported to a secure military base, where soldiers were

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Netanyahu denies insulting Jesus

Netanyahu denies insulting Jesus after ‘Genghis Khan’ remark

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denied claims that he insulted Jesus Christ following a controversial statement comparing him to Genghis Khan, which sparked backlash, particularly among Christians. Responding to the criticism on Friday, Netanyahu said reports suggesting he mocked Jesus were inaccurate. Writing on X, he stressed that no offense was intended and clarified

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FG clarifies UK deportation deal, says it applies only to Nigerians

The Presidency has addressed claims surrounding a recently signed migration agreement with the United Kingdom, stating that the deal applies only to Nigerians residing illegally in the UK. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, said the clarification followed reports suggesting that Nigeria had agreed to accept foreign deportees. In

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Take war to terrorists

Borno bombings: Take war to terrorists — Sultan tells military

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on the Nigerian military to adopt a more proactive approach in combating terrorist groups after deadly bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State. Speaking on Wednesday evening while announcing Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, the Sultan stressed that security forces should not wait for attacks to happen before responding. “Take

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Lagos ports

UK, Nigeria seal £70m steel deal to upgrade Lagos ports

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have sealed a £70 million steel supply agreement aimed at modernising key port infrastructure in Lagos, in a move expected to strengthen trade capacity and deepen economic ties between both countries. The deal, part of a broader £746 million redevelopment plan, will see British Steel provide about 120,000 tonnes of

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Delta: How We’re tackling electricity challenges – Gov Oborevwori

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has outlined steps his administration is taking to address electricity challenges across the state, focusing on policy changes and infrastructure projects to improve power supply and support economic activity. Speaking during the inauguration of the 31-kilometre rehabilitated Ohoror–Bomadi Road on Tuesday, the governor said several communities that had

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