SPORTS

Nigeria edges Iran 2–1 in international friendly clash

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In a tightly contested international friendly played largely behind closed doors in Antalya, Turkey, Nigeria secured a 2-1 victory over Iran on Friday. The match, held at the home ground of Turkish Süper Lig side Antalyaspor, served as a crucial preparation fixture for both nations, albeit

ICPC Transition

El-Rufai released by ICPC hours after mother’s passing

admin March 28, 2026 0

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has released Malam Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State. El-Rufai has been in ICPC custody since February 19, 2026. He was arrested after leaving the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), where he was grilled for 48 hours. The ICPC had […]

news Security

Abducted ECWA BOT chairman, Rev. Agang, released safely

admin March 27, 2026 0

Rev. Agang, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), has regained his freedom following a recent abduction that sparked nationwide concern. The cleric was reportedly kidnapped last week near his residence in Kaduna State by unknown gunmen, prompting immediate responses from security agencies and appeals from religious leaders […]

Education

ASUU issues FG 4-Day ultimatum over new salary payment

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ASUU issues FG 4-Day ultimatum over new salary payment The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria, demanding the immediate implementation of a newly approved salary structure for university lecturers nationwide. The union warned that failure to comply within the given timeframe could lead to […]

Crime

Horror in Ebonyi: Man allegedly kills mother, remanded in custody

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Horror in Ebonyi: Man allegedly kills mother, remanded in custody A shocking incident has rocked residents of Ebonyi State as a man has been arraigned for allegedly killing his own mother in a gruesome domestic attack. The suspect, identified as Oforbuike Damian, was brought before a magistrate court in Abakaliki following the tragic incident which […]

news TRAGEDY

Six family members of Dahiru Zayi lost in horrific car accident; Hundreds mourn in Potiskum

admin March 26, 2026 0

Story by Ibraheem El-Tafseer A pall of grief has descended upon Potiskum following the tragic death of six members of the Dahiru Zayi family in a fatal motor accident along the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, has left the community in deep shock and mourning. Neptune Prime gathered that, […]

INTERNATIONAL news SPORTS

IOC restricts women’s Olympic events to biological females, introduces mandatory gene testing

admin March 26, 2026 0

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new policy restricting participation in women’s events at the Olympic Games to biological females. In a statement released on Thursday, the committee said all athletes seeking to compete in female categories will be required to undergo a one-time Sex Determining Region Y (SRY) gene test to verify […]

Health news

Health workers protest proposed bill to centralise regulation under MDCN

admin March 26, 2026 0

Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations on Thursday staged a protest at Unity Fountain in Abuja, opposing a proposed health sector regulatory bill before the National Assembly The demonstrators marched through parts of the Federal Capital Territory carrying placards and chanting slogans, warning

news TRAGEDY

Shock in Plateau community as aborted twins discovered at Refuse Dump

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Residents of Pankshin Local Government Area in Plateau State have been left in shock following the discovery of aborted twins dumped at a refuse site in an area known as Special Site. The lifeless infants—a male and a female, estimated to be over five months old—were reportedly found inside a polythene bag. A resident, Enman […]

FASHION

Hairstyles: A powerful expression of identity, fashion, and culture, by Gift Luckson

admin March 26, 2026 0

Hairstyles have long been more than just a way to groom or beautify the hair—they are powerful expressions of identity, culture, and fashion. Across different societies, the way people style their hair often reflects their beliefs, social status, and connection to tradition. Symbolic Styles In many cultures, especially in Africa, hairstyles carry deep cultural