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By, Emeka Echewodor Pascal Gabriel Dozie, founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and a former chairman of MTN Nigeria, YOUNEWS learnt he died at 85 from an undisclosed ailment. PGD, as he is fondly called by friends, is the father of five sons and says he has gotten over wishing for the daughter he never had, as his married ...
April, 2025
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8 April
Peter Obi denies plan to join SDP
By, Isa Abdullahi Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, has clarified that former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi is still a member of the Labour Party (LP) and not joining Social Democratic Party (SDP). This statement comes in response to claims that Obi is considering joining the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Adewole Adebayo, presidential candidate of the ...
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8 April
2Baba’s new wife, Natasha rank reduces in Edo State Assembly
By, Onome Jackson The Edo State House of Assembly has announced the removal of Hon. Natasha Osawaru Irobosa of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from her position as Minority Leader. Also affected by the leadership shake-up is Hon. Charity Aiguobarueghian, who previously served as Majority Leader. However, PDP lawmakers Hon. Blessing Agbebaku and Hon. Maria Edeko have retained their positions ...
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8 April
Terrible Accident in Ogun: 22 perish (4 of same family)
By, Ayoofe Aiyedatiwa The terrible accident on a Sunday at Sagamu has claimed the lives of these four soldiers in the gospel music industry in Nigeria. Evng Ayodeji kekerejesu, Evangelist Iyanu Joseph, monjolajesu oluwapamilerin and Mrs opeyemi adesina. The accident claimed the lives of 22 people. And 4 of them from 1 family. YOUNEWS reports that the accident occurred along ...
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8 April
Remi Tinubu donates One Billion Naira to fight Cancer in Nigeria
By, Ambrose Okokobioko As World Health Day is commemorated globally,the First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu has donated One Billion Naira to the National Cancer Fund to fight the scourge of Cervical Cancer in Nigeria. Senator Oluremi Tinubu who donated on behalf of the Renewed Hope Initiative use the occasion to called on Nigerians, especially women to speak up ...
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8 April
JAMB uncovers 585 fake A-Level certificates, arrest made
By, Joke Thomas The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board said it uncovered 585 fake A-level certificates in 2025 alone, with four suspected already arrested by the police. The Registrar of the board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, made this known during a closed-door meeting with the staff of the board. “He noted that more worrisome and heart-rending was the upload of 13 ...
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8 April
Prophet Odesola dies (@ 61) days after Dad’s burial (@103)
By, Maxwell Sofela Solution in Christ Evangelical Church (SCEC) founder in Anambra State, prophet Dr Olatunde Odesola.(a.k.a baba authority) is dead Affectionately called living and moving Oracle by Church followers and admirers, Tunde Odesola who wrestled greatly with illness, died on Friday, April 4th. Late chief John Olawole Odesola the father of the living and moving oracle was buried March ...
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8 April
NURTW Chairman, Tafa Sego, Escapes Assassination
By, Ayoofe Aiyedatiwa The Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle Adio, popularly known as Tafa Sego, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Saturday . Six hefty armed men reportedly stormed his residence in Surulere, Lagos, with the intent to kill him. Fortunately, he was not at home at ...
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6 April
Breaking: Ex-Oyo State gov, Olunloyo, dies days to 90th
By, Joke Thomas Former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Victor Omololu Olunloyo, has passed away. He reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday, just days before his 90th birthday. His death was confirmed in a statement issued by Barrister Oladapo Ogunwusi on behalf of the family. “With a heavy heart but gratitude to the Almighty, we announce the passing ...
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5 April
Opinion: Power of determination & foresight in Serena & Venus Williams’ father
In 1980, a man named Richard turned on his television and saw a female player from Romania receiving a check for $40,000 after winning a tennis tournament. The whole scene was enough to shock Richard. This was more than his annual salary. Within a few years, he would decide that his daughters would also play tennis. After turning off the ...
