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· May 6

Tailor cries out as COVID-19 loan of N580k gets debited from his account, shares amount he borrowed

A tailor in Kogi lamented online after N580,000 was debited from his bank account to repay a COVID-19 loan he took years ago. He revealed that the Nirsal Micro Finance Bank gave him a N400,000 loan initially, but the amount deducted was significantly higher. The incident sparked mixed reactions from...

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Tailor cries out as COVID-19 loan of N580k gets debited from his account, shares amount he borrowed

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· May 6

Fresh twist as court bars Nnamdi Kanu’s sister-in-law from 3 proceedings

The Federal High Court in Abuja has barred Favour Kanu, sister-in-law of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, from attending three court proceedings after she streamed court sessions live on Facebook. Justice James Omotosho explained that Mrs. Kanu’s phone was confiscated after she was caught recording the judge without permission, an act...

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Fresh twist as court bars Nnamdi Kanu’s sister-in-law from 3 proceedings

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· May 5

OpenAI abandons plan to become for-profit company

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced the company will remain a nonprofit, abandoning previous plans to convert into a for-profit entity. This decision follows pressure from civic leaders, attorneys general, and internal discussions, maintaining nonprofit board control despite the creation of a profit-generating arm. Initial plans to become a for-profit public...

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OpenAI abandons plan to become for-profit company

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· May 5

Wike-led FCTA pulls down popular estate in Abuja, reason surfaces

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), led by Nyesom Wike, demolished part of the Citiscape Villa estate in the upscale Guzape District of Abuja due to violations of building rules, specifically constructing on waterways and green areas. Felix Obuah, Coordinator of the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council, stated that the developer...

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Wike-led FCTA pulls down popular estate in Abuja, reason surfaces

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· May 5

JAMB Results of Lady Trends as She Recalls Why She Didn’t Start School Despite Getting Admission

Esther Ephraim, a Nigerian lady, shared her 2011 JAMB result where she scored 180 and gained university admission. Despite admission, she did not start university because her O-Level results were incomplete. She later obtained an NCE and a first degree, expressing gratitude for her mother’s sacrifices. The article also highlights...

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JAMB Results of Lady Trends as She Recalls Why She Didn’t Start School Despite Getting Admission

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· May 5

Natasha vs Akpabio: Ezekwesili breaks silence on allegation of collecting bribe to back Kogi senator

Oby Ezekwesili has denied allegations that she received a bribe to support Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in her sexual harassment case against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The allegation was made by Sandra Duru, who claimed Akpoti fabricated the sexual harassment claims and bribed Ezekwesili and others to back her case. Ezekwesili...

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Natasha vs Akpabio: Ezekwesili breaks silence on allegation of collecting bribe to back Kogi senator

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· May 5

2025 UTME Results: Only 0.63% Scored Above 300 Out of 1.9 Million Candidates, What the Numbers Say

Out of nearly 2 million candidates who took Nigeria’s 2025 UTME, only 0.63% scored above 300, indicating a challenging exam and reflecting systemic education issues. Over half of the candidates scored between 160 and 199, with only a small fraction reaching scores typically required for admission to competitive university courses....

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2025 UTME Results: Only 0.63% Scored Above 300 Out of 1.9 Million Candidates, What the Numbers Say

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· May 5

Nigerians oppose FG’s proposed electricity tariff hike amid growing concerns over affordability

The Nigerian government plans to withdraw electricity subsidies and raise tariffs, aiming to reduce its monthly subsidization of over N200 billion. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, explained the tariff hikes are meant to close the wide pricing gap between different consumer bands and attract sector investment. However, a poll shows...

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Nigerians oppose FG’s proposed electricity tariff hike amid growing concerns over affordability

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· May 5

EFCC finally confirms the arrest of VDM, shares petitions filed against him, people react

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of social media rights activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as Verydarkman (VDM), following multiple petitions against him. The EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale clarified that the petitions come from various complainants and are not limited to any single entity like...

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EFCC finally confirms the arrest of VDM, shares petitions filed against him, people react

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· May 5

Dangote makes U-turn on Arsenal, explains why he would no longer buy English club

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, announced he no longer has the liquidity to buy English football club Arsenal after prioritizing his $20 billion refinery project over the potential $2 billion acquisition. Dangote expressed regret for not purchasing Arsenal when it was valued lower but emphasized the importance of completing his...

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Dangote makes U-turn on Arsenal, explains why he would no longer buy English club

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