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Nigeria needs new Constitution, not amendments – Ezekwesili
Punch
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July 31, 2025
A former Minister of Education and Chief Executive Officer of Human Capital Africa, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, on Thursday knocked the National Assembly over its ongoing constitutional amendment efforts, which she described as a charade and a conduit pipe...
Nigeria, Ghana hold talks over anti-Nigerian protests
Punch
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July 31, 2025
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has appealed for calm, following calls by some Ghanaians for the deportation of Nigerians from the country. A statement on Thursday by her Special Assistant on Communication...
Activist sues Tinubu over extension of Customs boss’s tenure
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 31, 2025
A human rights activist, Bolaji Akinyemi, has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu over the extension of the tenure of Bashir Adeniyi as Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The suit, filed at the Federal High Court...
African teams confirmed for FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournaments
FIBA Basketball
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ABIDJAN (Cote d'Ivoire) - The four African teams that reached the 2025 Women's AfroBasket semifinals have secured their spots in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup qualifying tournaments, which will take place in March of next year. Mali,...
Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 1st August, 2025
Naija News
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August 1, 2025
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 1st August, 2025 Former Political Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has dismissed the insinuation that his...
UNN Pro Chancellor seeks greater investment in education at convocation
The Sun Nigeria
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August 1, 2025
Pro-Chancellor/Chairman Governing Council, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Kayode Olubunmi Ojo, has advocated for more investment in the education sector by all tiers of government as a credible way of restoring and regaining Nigeria’s...
Capital For Her Uplifts Widows With N6m Grants, Education Aid
Daily Independent
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August 1, 2025
1 Demonstrating a powerful blend of compassion and foresight, ‘Capital For Her’, a non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering widows—has distributed over N6 million in grants to uplift vulnerable widows and secure ongoing education...
Equipping Midwives for Success and Transforming Maternal Health in Nigeria
Direct Relief
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July 31, 2025
By Jordyn Isaacs Dr. Faith Adole, founder of the U-VOL Foundation, is revolutionizing maternal and neonatal healthcare in rural Nigeria through the Value Her initiative. The program, born from a stark reality check—a shocking 51 percent maternal...
Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede: Driving Strategic Reforms for a Combat-ready, Well-motivated Nigerian Army
This Day
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August 1, 2025
Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, the 24th Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is a seasoned military officer whose career in the Nigerian Army spans over three decades. A member of the 39th Regular Course, he was commissioned as a second...
Three Nigerians on Lineup for 2nd PFL Africa Event in Cape Town
This Day
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August 1, 2025
After a groundbreaking debut in Cape Town, South Africa earlier last month, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the full fight card for the second event of the inaugural season of PFL Africa with three Nigerian stars as headline...
Welcome ceremony for Nigerian medical specialists
Now Grenada
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July 31, 2025
The Government and People of Grenada, on Thursday morning expressed its delight and warm welcome to the esteemed team of 4 Nigerian medical specialist doctors to our shores. This ceremony took place at the Coyaba Beach Resort. Foreign Affairs...
Raising children in digital age complicated – Experts
Punch
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August 1, 2025
The challenges of child upbringing in today’s digital age took centre stage at the 27th valedictory service and graduation ceremony of Jextoban Secondary School, Ibafo, Ogun State. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the school’s Board of...
Wema Bank: Empowering Nigerian Youth through Financial Literacy, Educational Mentorship
This Day
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August 1, 2025
Oluchi Chibuzor narrates how Wema Bank Plc continues to empower millions of Nigerian youth through financial literacy and educational mentorship Education remains a core and highly significant tool for driving socio-cultural development of the...
Callous Incompetence on Nigeria‘s Power Supply
This Day
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July 31, 2025
Chido Nwangwu wonders if President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to address the myriad of age-long problems associated with Nigeria’s power sector. On July 18, 2025, members of the Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC), led by Col. Sani...
Texans Sign Nigerian Prospect After Injury to DT Kyonte Hamilton
Heavy.com
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August 1, 2025
Jamie Squire/Getty Images Led by head coach DeMeco Ryans, pictured, the Houston Texans made a move on Thursday to bolster their defensive line depth. The Houston Texans are looking far and wide for ways to improve their defensive line as training...
We’re facing serious education crisis – Govs
Daily Trust
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July 31, 2025
Governors of the 36 states of the federation have expressed worry that the country is faced with a challenging crisis in education, saying foundational skills are critical building blocks for achieving educational objectives. Chairman of the...
Egusi seeds make history as first Nigerian item in space
Punch
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August 1, 2025
Egusi melon seeds sourced from Oyo State are set to make history as the first agricultural product from West Africa, and the first item from Nigeria, to enter orbit, The PUNCH has learnt. According to a statement, the space-bound seeds will be...
Nigeria Under Evil Spell Amid Worsening Economic Crisis- Pastor Enenche
New Telegraph
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July 31, 2025
Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, has decried the worsening economic situation in Nigeria, describing it as a result of an “evil spell” and a “blanket of sorcery and darkness” afflicting the nation. In a...
Meet FunnyFreakc: The Nigerian Prank Creator Taking Over TikTok with 2.1M Followers
Daily Trust
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July 31, 2025
Nwagu Saviour Chigozirim, popularly known as FunnyFreakc, is a fast-rising Nigerian content creator, comedian, and filmmaker who is taking the online space by storm. With over 2.1 million followers on TikTok, he has quickly become one of the most...
We have many laws to protect women, children in Lagos – Speaker Obasa
Daily Post
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July 31, 2025
The Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, says the State House of Assembly has passed many laws in to protect the interest of women and children. Obasa revealed this in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Thursday. He...