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Mahmood Yakubu Was Only Interested In Crushing Opposition

By Justina Otio / NaijaNews.com / October 8, 2025

The National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Peter Ameh, has claimed that the former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, destroyed Nigeria’s multi-party democracy. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television on Wednesday, Ameh claimed that Yakubu failed to accommodate the opposition during his 10-year tenure […]

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IGP urges 10,000 new constables to serve with honour, patriotism

By Mariam Olawunmi Oladeji / Guardian Newspaper / October 8, 2025

The IGP, Dr Kayode Egbetokun, has urged new constables to uphold the values of honour and patriotism as they join the nation’s policing ranks.

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Nigerian lawmakers move to counter US Senate bill targeting Nigeria over religious freedom

By Sharon Eboesomi / Premium Times / October 8, 2025

On 9 September, some US senators sponsored a bill seeking to classify Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) for alleged violations of religious freedom.

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Nigerian Navy hands over 20 bags of seized Cannabis sativa to NDLEA

By John Gabriel / Daily Post Newspaper / October 8, 2025

The Nigerian Navy said it has handed over 20 bags of Cannabis Sativa to the leadership of National Drugs Law Enforcement Agent The Navy disclosed this in

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Australia Police Foil ‘Kill Team’ Gang Hit Near Daycare Centre

By Donatus Anichukwueze / Channels TV News / October 8, 2025

Australian police foiled an alleged organised crime hit by a so-called kill team near a Sydney daycare facility, authorities said Wednesday

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LP Senator Defects As Akpabio Calls For Stronger Opposition

By Alexander Okere / Channels TV News / October 8, 2025

The ranks of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Senate have risen to 73, following the defection of Senator Kelvin Chukwu of the Labour Party.

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Verdict Due In Former Argentina President Kirchner Assassination Bid Case

By Donatus Anichukwueze / Channels TV News / October 8, 2025

Argentina’s judiciary is set to deliver a verdict on Wednesday against two people accused of a failed attempt to assassinate former president Cristina Kirchner, in a case that has shaken the South American country

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Reps move against U.S. bill Labeling Nigeria a religious violator

By Nwafor / Vanguard Newspaper / October 8, 2025

The House of Representatives on Wednesday took a firm stance against a proposed legislation in the United States Senate, describing it as a gross mischaracterisation of Nigeria’s religious and security situation.

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WAEC assures smooth conduct of 2026 Computer-Based WASSCE

By Damola Kola-Dare / The Nation News / October 8, 2025

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has assured students, parents, and schools that the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) will be conducted smoothly and efficiently. Speaking during a sensitisation campaign in Lagos on Wednesday, the Head of the WAEC National Office, Dr. Amos Dangut, said every candidate who registers for the

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LASTMA nabs 47-year-old impostor for extorting motorist in Lagos

By Udeh Onyebuchi / The Nation News / October 8, 2025

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has arrested a 47-year-old man, Adetayo Adewodun, for impersonating a LASTMA officer and extorting money from a motorist at Itire Junction in Lagos State. According to a statement issued by Adebayo Taofiq, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment at LASTMA, the incident occurred on Tuesday. Preliminary investigations showed

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