DStv and GOtv Owner MultiChoice Taken Over by French Media Giant Canal+

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French media giant Canal+ announced on Monday that it has taken effective control of South African television and streaming company MultiChoice, forming a combined group operating in nearly 70 countries across Africa, Europe, and Asia. In a joint statement, both companies revealed that the new entity will employ 17,000 staff members and serve over 40 […]

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Sowore, X, Meta Face DSS Lawsuit Over Anti-Tinubu Post

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The Department of State Services has filed a five-count charge against former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, along with social media platforms X Corp and Meta Incorporation, over posts critical of President Bola Tinubu. The suit, dated 16th September, 2025, was lodged at the Federal High Court in Abuja after Sowore allegedly refused to delete specific

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Air Peace Flights Delayed in Lagos Due to Heavy Rainfall

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Air Peace announced delays on several of its flights nationwide on Tuesday following heavy rainfall in Lagos. The airline revealed this in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efe. According to the statement, while the adverse weather disrupted flight schedules, passenger safety remained the top priority. “We wish to inform you that due to

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NDLEA arrests Indian businessman over N3.9bn tramadol bust at Lagos airport

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An Indian businessman, Gupta Ravi Kumar, along with three Nigerian accomplices, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) over alleged drug trafficking, following the seizure of more than two million tramadol pills intercepted at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The tramadol consignment, consisting of 2,248,000 pills valued

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Naira Gains Value, Trades at N1,525/$ in Parallel Market

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The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,525 per dollar in the parallel market, up from N1,530 per dollar recorded on Monday. Similarly, the Naira strengthened to N1,506.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the exchange rate of the Naira improved to N1,506.5

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10 countries that no longer exist – and What Led To Their Collapse

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Borders on a map may seem permanent, but history proves otherwise. Nations have risen, fallen, merged, and even vanished entirely over time. From vast empires to tiny micronations, here are ten countries that once existed but have since disappeared — and the stories behind their decline: 1. Prussia Once a dominant kingdom in Europe, Prussia

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7 Famous Currencies That Are No Longer in Use

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Currencies are the backbone of any country’s economy, but like all tools of trade, they can be replaced or abandoned when they no longer serve a nation’s economic or political needs. Over time, nations abandon or replace their currencies for various reasons, ranging from independence and political change to economic crises and regional integration. Demonetisation,

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Nigerian Government Increases Passport Fees to N100,000, N200,000 Starting September 1

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  The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced an upward review of fees for the Nigerian standard passport, with the new rates set to take effect from September 1, 2025. In a statement posted on its X handle yesterday by the Service Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, the revised charges will apply only to passport

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Veteran Nollywood Actor Fabian Adibe of “Things Fall Apart” Dies at 81

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Nollywood Veteran Fabian Adibe, Star of “Things Fall Apart,” Dies at 81. Veteran Nollywood actor Fabian Adibe, widely known for his role in the classic television series Things Fall Apart, has passed away. Wizopa reports that the legendary actor died at the age of 81. Journalist and movie producer Seun Oloketuyi confirmed the news in

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