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Deputy Speaker reveals how he fell for impersonation scam
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu discusses how he was misled by a fake organization posing as a government body. He highlights the importance of verifying such claims.
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Araraume denies false statement about Imo APC primary, insists on unity
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Trump hints at new blockade on Iran, threats of attack
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Kano APC Responds to Kwankwasiyya Over Defection Claims
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Metro
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Police nab father and son with four guns in Bayelsa
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INEC names Agbo as new NNPP national chairman
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Lawmakers Clash Over Inviting Tinubu to Discuss Budget Issues
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Nigeria and US Team Up for Better Security
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ADC says only judicial panel can investigate PFIPC scandal
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Court orders EFCC to pay N10 million for defaming ex-minister Olu Agunloye
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ADC in Kano Won't Give Governorship Ticket to Primary Winner
The ADC's Naja’atu Muhammad announced that Ibrahim Khalil will not receive the governorship ticket despite winning the primary, due to loyalty issues.