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‘Iyanu’ Animated Series Premieres on Cartoon Network

The animated series “Iyanu: Child of Wonder” premiered on Cartoon Network on April 5, 2025, with streaming available on Max starting April 6,...

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Nigeria cracks down on ‘spraying’ money at parties to defend currency

Nigeria’s government has intensified efforts to curb the cultural practice of “spraying” naira notes at social events, a tradition where guests throw money...

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Death Toll Reaches 151 in North-central Nigerian Town Submerged in Floods, with Thousands Displaced

The town of Mokwa in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State was devastated by catastrophic flooding following intense pre-dawn rainfall. The deluge, which lasted approximately...

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Nigerian National Petroleum Company Denies Explosion at Port Harcourt Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted reports of an explosion at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) in Rivers State....

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Nigerian Senate Summons Security Chiefs Over Rising Insecurity

The Nigerian Senate has once again summoned the nation’s security chiefs to address the escalating insecurity plaguing various regions. This decision follows a...

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Here are some recent developments in African entertainment

African entertainment industry has witnessed significant developments across various sectors, highlighting the continent’s dynamic cultural landscape. In May 2025, South African actor Presley...

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Senator Natasha Akpoti Suspended After Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Senate President

The Nigerian Senate suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months following allegations of misconduct. The suspension was based on findings from the Senate’s...

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Afrobeats continues to solidify its global presence in 2025

Afrobeats continues to solidify its global presence in 2025, with Nigerian artists making significant strides on the international music scene. Tems, a prominent...

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Sit-at-Home Protests: Initiated by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), These Protests Have Led to Over 700 Deaths

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a separatist group advocating for the secession of southeastern Nigeria, initiated a sit-at-home protest in August 2021...

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President Tinubu Seeks Approval for $21.5 Billion External Borrowing

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu formally requested the National Assembly’s approval for an external borrowing plan totaling $21.5 billion. This proposal comprises $21.54 billion,...