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The Federal Government has ordered the closure of land borders for Saturday’s Presidential and National Assembly elections. The government’s decision was made known by the Comptroller-General, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mr.…

A political analyst in Nsukka, Enugu state, has advised Nigerians to be guided by the spirit of patriotism in chosing the nation’s political leaders in next Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections. The analyst, Mr Kingsley…

Dr Peters Irobo, the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Triumphant Hospital Benin, Edo, has advised Nigerians against drinking cold water. Peters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Benin on Thursday that cold drinks decreases heart rate…

A Federal High Court, in Abuja, on Thursday, asked Sen. Atai Aidoko representing Kogi East Senatorial District to vacate his seat at the National Assembly for Air Vice Marshal Isaac Alfa (rtd). The court ruled that Alfa was the winner of…

Ipadeola Dolapo, Abeokuta The leadership of Lafenwa Market in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, has debunked reports that the Federal Government's Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), popularly known as 'TraderMoni', was…

As the world marks the 20th  anniversary of International Mother Language Day on Thursday, UNESCO calls for the recognition and enforcement of rights of the indigenous peoples.  Ms Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO made the…

The Manager of Imo State Zoological Garden, Dr Francis Abioye, has cautioned Nigerians against killing protected animals including reptiles like python, saying doing so would attract jail term. Abioye gave the warning on Thursday when he…

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has described reports that he has resigned as fake news. Speaking via his Twitter handle on Thursday, Osinbajo said he remains committed to the service of the Nigerian people under the leadership of…

The Lagos State Chapter of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says most public hospitals in the state have been equipped with new facilities for emergency response in case of crisis during the general elections. The Chairman, Dr Saliu…

Australia’s Former Foreign Minister, Julie Bishop, has announced her retirement from politics, in a blow to the conservative government just months before parliamentary elections. “I am also proud of the fact that I am the first woman to…