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Gunfire and explosions shake Niger's capital Niamey
Niamey, Niger was shaken by gunfire and explosions early Saturday. The attack lasted two hours and targeted the airport and security areas.
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How my friend tricked me into selling my kidney and used the money for phones
Samuel Ezekiel reveals how his friend Emmanuel Odeh tricked him into selling his kidney. Odeh used the money to buy phones and other devices.
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NMA asks FG to raise retirement age for health workers to 65
The Nigerian Medical Association is pushing for the retirement age of health workers to be set at 65 years to tackle shortages and enhance healthcare services.
Politics
Atiku Says Tinubu is 90 Years Old and Sick
Atiku Abubakar claims President Tinubu is 90 years old and not in good health. He questions why he cannot run for president at 80.
Politics
PDP Picks Mohammed Nami as Governorship Candidate for 2027
The PDP has chosen Mohammed Nami as its candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Niger State, highlighting trust in his leadership abilities.
Politics
Rising Debt and Taxes Spark Youth Protests in Kenya, Activists Say
Young people in Kenya are protesting against rising debt and taxes. Activists highlight the government's failure to address their concerns and improve living conditions.
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Nigerian Government Sends Two Men to the US Over Teen Sextortion Case
The Nigerian government extradited two men to the US for allegedly extorting American teenagers online. Their actions are linked to the tragic suicides of the teens.
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Adeyemi Created Fake Government Agencies and Opened Bank Accounts, ICPC
Adeniyi Adeyemi allegedly impersonated a government official and created fake agencies to open bank accounts. The ICPC is investigating his actions.
Metro
Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Kidney Trafficking in Nasarawa
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested four suspects linked to an organ trafficking ring in Nasarawa State. They allegedly targeted vulnerable individuals for illegal kidney removal.
Politics
ADC confident of winning against Tinubu in 2027 without a coalition
The African Democratic Congress is confident it can win the 2027 presidential election against Bola Tinubu without forming a coalition. Party leaders believe Atiku Abubakar has strong support.
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Africa spends $90bn yearly on debt repayment, pays $75bn extra, Kenya official
Kenya's official reveals Africa's $90 billion annual debt repayment and $75 billion in extra interest. This limits investment in essential services.
Metro
Policeman Shoots Driver at Checkpoint in Rivers, Injuring Three
A tragic shooting occurred at Agip-Ada George junction in Port Harcourt when a policeman shot a driver, leading to injuries of three pedestrians.