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FULL LIST: 177 names of kidnapped Kaduna Christian worshippers

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The identities of 177 worshippers abducted from churches in Kaduna State have emerged. Gunmen attacked three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area, during Sunday service. Worshippers were taken from ECWA Church and Cherubim and Seraphim Church (Churches 1 and 2). Residents said more than 100 people were abducted in what they described […]

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PHOTOS: Alaafin settles into renovated ancestral palace in Oyo

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The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has moved into the newly renovated and furnished ancestral palace located at the Oke Afin area of Oyo town, nine months after his coronation. The monarch relocated from his Boroboro private residence, where he had been living since his enthronement as the Alaafin. Renovation work on

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300 level student takes own life after losing N600,000 to betting

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300-level Computer Science student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) University, Lapai, Niger State, has died following an alleged loss of N600,000 to betting. The student, identified as Kelvin Danlami, was said to have used money given to him for house rent to gamble. He reportedly became deeply distressed after losing the funds. According to fellow

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AREF confirms Iya Oge of Lagos, Opral Benson, is alive, safe

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The African Refugees Foundation (AREF) has confirmed that its president, Chief (Mrs.) Opral Benson, popularly known as the Iya Oge of Lagos, is alive, safe and not missing, contrary to earlier reports. The clarification followed concerns raised by members of her family who said the 90-year-old socialite and entrepreneur was last seen on January 13

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Satellite technology to complement mobile networks in Nigeria — NCC

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Nigeria is set to take a major step toward improving nationwide connectivity as plans advance to introduce satellite-to-phone internet services aimed at reaching millions of unconnected citizens. In a consultation document released on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said satellite technology would be deployed to bridge long-standing coverage gaps, particularly in

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VIDEO: Portable drops new song ‘Innocente’ after prison release

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Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has released a new song titled “Innocente” shortly after regaining his freedom from prison. The track, which dropped on January 20, 2026, comes barely a day after the singer was released from custody, sparking widespread reactions on social media. The development has further fueled conversations around

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Edo: Bishop arrested for sexual abuse of minor sisters in church

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Edo State Government has arrested Bishop Gideon Osagie Osazee, a senior cleric and founder of Rollo Life of Christ Brethren Ministry, for sexually abusing two biological sisters. In addition to the sisters, four other girls from his church reportedly came forward to testify that Bishop Osazee had sexual intercourse with them. According to reports, officials

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VIDEO: Man loses life savings on Man City, Man United football bet

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A man has reportedly lost his savings after a football bet involving Manchester City and Manchester United did not go as expected. According to reports, the man placed a large bet on Manchester City to defeat their city rivals, believing the result would favour his choice. The match, however, ended without the outcome he had

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Man quits marriage as wife takes in late sister’s six children

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A man has reportedly walked out of his marriage after his wife took in her late sister’s six children, a decision that caused ongoing disagreements between the couple. The story, shared on X (formerly Twitter), said the woman’s elder sister passed away, leaving behind six daughters aged between six and 20. After attending the burial,

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Destiny Boy: Father cries out over son’s missing SUV after death (Video)

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The father of late Afrofuji singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has asked the public for help after his son’s SUV reportedly went missing just days following the singer’s death. In a viral video, the singer’s father raised concerns about the whereabouts of the SUV. He said the vehicle was returned to the

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