Author: Starnews NG
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President Tinubu Celebrates Nigerian Artistes’ Success at the 9th All Africa Music Awards
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian artistes who emerged winners at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), describing their triumphs as fresh evidence of the growing strength and global relevance of Nigeria’s music and creative ecosystem. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,…
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Aiyedatiwa Approves N50m Interest-Free Loan for 120 Widows of Fallen Heroes in Ondo
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved the sum of N50 million for no fewer than 120 widows and dependents of fallen heroes in the state. Aiyedatiwa announced the approval on Thursday during the grand finale of the 2026 Armed Forces and Remembrance Day celebration, held at the Government Cenotaph in Alagbaka, Akure. The governor…
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Emir Sanusi II Gains Admission to Study Law at Kano University
The Emir of Kano, Khalifa Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has received special admission to study Law at Northwest University, Kano. This news was confirmed by former presidential media aide Bashir Ahmad, who noted that this initiative should inspire others. “The Emir of Kano, Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has returned to the classroom, following the approval…
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Nigeria Immigration Launches Enhanced Passport Tracking Feature Amid Public Outcry
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the rollout of an enhanced passport tracking feature. The update, posted by the Service on X on Thursday, follows rising public clamour over delays in passport issuance and collection. According to the Service, it had observed that hundreds of passports produced had remained uncollected, leading to increasing complaints…
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Anambra Police Arrest Criminal Gang Linked to Attack on Senator Ngige’s Convoy
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested members of a criminal gang linked to an attack on the convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, with two suspects killed during a gun battle. The command described the development as a major operational breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to rid the state…
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Winter Storm Brings Snowy Thursday to Toronto: Freezing Conditions With 30 cm of Snow Expected
TORONTO, Canada — Environment Canada has now indicated that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) could receive up to 30 centimetres of snow as a major winter storm continues to impact the city. Schools across the GTA are closed today, and Environment Canada is warning drivers to “prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.” The…
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French Military Contingent Arrives in Greenland Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
A 15-member French military contingent has arrived in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, as part of a reconnaissance mission involving several European nations. This deployment, which also includes military personnel from Germany, Sweden, Norway, and the UK, comes amid increasing tensions regarding the Arctic island, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, particularly following statements from U.S.…
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Morocco Defeats Nigeria 4-2 on Penalties to Reach AFCON 2025 Final
The Super Eagles of Nigeria saw their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign come to a heartbreaking end on Wednesday night, succumbing to a penalty shootout defeat against the Atlas Lions of Morocco in the semi-final. Premium Times reports that after 120 tense minutes of play ended in a goalless draw, the match was decided…
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Obi Urges Nigerians to Honour Fallen Soldiers With National Recommitment
By Charles Maduka Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians and leaders at all levels to renew their commitment to building a country worthy of the sacrifices made by fallen members of the Armed Forces. Obi made the call while marking Armed Forces Remembrance Day, describing the occasion as a solemn…
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Police Arrest Two Suspected Robbers After Gun Battle in Anambra
By Charles Maduka “The Anambra State Police Command in the early hours of January 14, 2026, recorded another major operational breakthrough in its sustained efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and ensure the safety of lives and property.” “The police operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, acting on credible and actionable…
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Musk’s Grok Blocked From Altering Images After Global Backlash
By Charles Maduka Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has introduced new restrictions to stop its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, from altering images of real people following widespread global criticism. The move comes after concerns were raised over the chatbot’s ability to generate sexualised images of women and children, prompting investigations by authorities in several…
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Ekiti Electoral Commission Pledges Free, Fair LG Polls
By Charles Maduka The Ekiti State Independent Electoral Commission has assured residents that it is fully prepared to conduct free, fair and credible local government elections across the state. The commission’s chairman, Justice Cornelius Akintayo, said adequate measures have been put in place to strengthen public confidence in the electoral process and ensure a peaceful…