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138 Million Children Engaged in Child Labor in 2024, ILO Reports
As the world observes World Day Against Child Labour, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has reported that nearly 138 million children were engaged in child labor in 2024.
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NNPC Ltd. Reports N5.8 Trillion Revenue and N748 Billion Profit After Tax for April
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) announced a revenue of N5.89 trillion and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of N748 billion for April.
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Pat Utomi Calls for Total Restructuring of Nigeria Before 2027 Elections
Political economist Prof. Pat Utomi has urged President Bola Tinubu to undertake a complete restructuring of Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election.
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Nigeria Extends Condolences to India Over Air India Crash
The Nigerian government has expressed its condolences to India following the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
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Israel Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites in Major Escalation
Israel has launched multiple airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile infrastructure in what marks a significant escalation in the long-standing tensions between the two countries.
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Air India Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Thailand Following Bomb Threat
An Air India flight from Delhi made an emergency landing in Thailand on Friday, after receiving a bomb threat.
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British Man Sole Survivor of Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad
A British man of Indian origin has emerged as the only survivor of the Air India plane crash at Ahmedabad Airport.
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Air India Plane with 242 Passengers Crashes Near Ahmedabad Airport
An Air India plane with 242 passengers on board has crashed five minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad Airport.
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Callers Divided Over Rivers Administrator’s Request for More Time
Callers on Nigeria Info’s HardFacts were split in their reactions to Rivers' Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibas Ete Ibas (Retired), who requested more time to provide a comprehensive report to the House of Representatives ad-hoc committee on Friday in Abuja.
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EFCC Distances Itself From CBEX Scheme, Says Monitoring Responsibility Lies with SEC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified its role in the wake of public outcry over the collapse of a digital trading platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange Smart-Treasures, commonly known as CBEX, which allegedly defrauded investors of over one trillion naira.
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June 12 Election: Babangida’s Legacy—Hero or Villain?
The June 12, 1993 election, adjudged by many as Nigeria’s 'freest and fairest', was conducted under Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s military government. While the National Electoral Commission (NEC), led by Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, played a role, the question remains—should Babangida get the credit?
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Nigeria bans 60,000-litre fuel tankers from roads Starting March 2025
In a bid to curb road accidents involving heavy-duty fuel tankers, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a ban on 60,000-litre tankers from operating on the nation’s roads, effective March 1, 2025.
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Apprenticeship vs. Tertiary Education
If you were to choose between an apprenticeship and a university degree, which would you opt for? Which is more profitable?
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Telecom Tariff Hike: Subscribers association demands action against 50% tariff increase
The National President of the Association of Telecommunications Subscribers, Deolu Ogunbanjo, has criticised the recent 50% tariff increase by telecom operators, arguing that it is an unjustified burden on Nigerians.
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Nigerians react as Rivers LGA chairman appoints over 100 Special Assistants
Nigerians have been reacting as the chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, Chijioke Ihunwo, appointed 130 Special Assistants. This is the second time in 6 months he would appoint over 100 SAs.
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Tantita Security Accused of Rights Abuses, Expert Call for Govt Action
Legal practitioner Robinson Ariyo Esq. has urged the federal government to closely supervise the operations of private security companies in the Niger Delta region, following allegations of misconduct by Tantita Security.
Sport
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11 Years After, Judgement Day Has Got to Be Nigeria Premier Basketball League’s Most Dramatic of All-Time
But the big question is: Who ended up beating the drop on the final day?
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Sinner Defends Australian Open Title, Dashes Zverev’s Grand Slam Hopes
World number 1 and the defending champion of the Australian Open, Jannick Sinner, has successfully defended his title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating world number 2, German Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3 7-6(7-4) 6-3.
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Australian Open: Madison Keys Upsets Aryna Sabalenka to Win Maiden Grand Slam
World number 1 and defending champion of the Australian Open, Russia’s Aryna Sabalenka failed to defend her crown at the 2025 tournament as she lost in the final to World number 14, American Madison Keys. In an exciting final that lasted about two hours at Rod Laver Arena, the 29-year-old American, seeded 19th, won 6-3, 2-6, 7-5.
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Libya vs Nigeria: CAF Awards Game to Nigeria By Forfeit
After weeks of speculation and anticipation, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given a verdict on the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier between Libya and Nigeria in Benghazi which was scheduled to be played on 15 October 2024.
