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Late Gospel Musician Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced to Death by Hanging
An FCT High Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, on Monday sentenced Peter Nwachukwu, husband of the late gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, to death by hanging.
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Copyrights Commission Warns Against Music Piracy
The Nigeria Copyright Commission (NCC) is calling on all commercial users of music to obtain proper licenses to ensure creators are fairly compensated, contributing to a sustainable music industry.
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Fitch Upgrades Credit Ratings for Four Nigerian States
Fitch Ratings has upgraded the long-term credit ratings of Kaduna, Kogi, Lagos, and Oyo states in Nigeria from 'B-' to 'B', reflecting improved macroeconomic stability and recent policy reforms. The outlook for all four states is stable.
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Arsenal Thrash Lyon to Reach Women's Champions League Final
Arsenal delivered a stunning performance against Olympique Lyonnais, overturning a 2-1 first-leg deficit with a commanding 4-1 victory on Sunday night.
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Liverpool Thrash Tottenham Hotspur to Secure 20th EPL Title
Liverpool clinched the Premier League title in style as they came from behind to thrash Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield on Sunday.
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Aguata Stakeholders Endorse Governor Soludo for Re-election Amid Infrastructure Success
Residents of Aguata Local Government Area in Anambra State have endorsed Governor Chukwuma Soludo for a second term, lauding his significant infrastructure accomplishments over the past three years.
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Federal Government Pledges to Reduce Inflation to Single Digits
In a bold move to tackle economic challenges, the Nigerian government has pledged to reduce inflation to single digits and boost job creation.
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Counter-Terrorism Centre Applauds Governor Dauda Lawal’s Fight Against Banditry in Zamfara
The National Counter Terrorism Centre has praised Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State for his proactive stance and strong commitment to tackling insecurity in the region.
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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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Arsenal Thrash Lyon to Reach Women's Champions League Final
Arsenal delivered a stunning performance against Olympique Lyonnais, overturning a 2-1 first-leg deficit with a commanding 4-1 victory on Sunday night.
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Liverpool Thrash Tottenham Hotspur to Secure 20th EPL Title
Liverpool clinched the Premier League title in style as they came from behind to thrash Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield on Sunday.
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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.
