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Peter Rufai, Christian Chukwu Die in 2025

Nigeria's football community was shaken in 2025 as it lost eight iconic stars, including AFCON 1980 heroes Christian Chukwu and Charles Bassey, and legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai. Read their stories.

Buhari, Diogo Jota Top Nigeria's 2025 Google Death Searches

Google's 2025 Year in Search reveals the public figures Nigerians searched most after their deaths. From ex-President Buhari to footballer Diogo Jota, see the full list of names that sparked national mourning and curiosity.

82 Nigerian Women on Death Row, Group Seeks Halt

ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.

Senate Proposes Single Nationwide Emergency Number

Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.

Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill

The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.

Senator Okey Ezea Dies in Lagos at 62

Senator Natasha Akpoti mourns the death of colleague Okey Ezea who passed away in Lagos. The Enugu North lawmaker died after brief illness at 62.

Senator Okey Ezea Dies, Peter Obi Mourns

Labour Party senator Okey Ezea passes away in Lagos at 62. Peter Obi describes the death as devastating and pays tribute to his close confidant and political ally.

Nigerian Senator Okey Ezea Dies in Lagos at 62

Senator Okey Ezea, Enugu North representative, passed away in Lagos after brief illness. The Labour Party lawmaker refused to defect to ruling party. Read his remarkable journey.

Kalu, Akpoti-Uduaghan mourn Senator Okey Ezea

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan express profound grief over the death of Senator Okey Ezea, describing him as a humble leader and bridge-builder. Read their heartfelt tributes.

Ex-Ukraine Star Andriy Polunin Dies at 55

Former Ukraine international Andriy Polunin tragically passed away after suffering a heart attack during a veteran football match in Lutsk. The 55-year-old had a distinguished career across Ukraine and Germany.

Monarch Confirms Ex-Governor Obiano is Alive and Well

The traditional ruler of Aguleri, Igwe Michael Idigo, has personally confirmed that former Anambra Governor Willie Obiano is alive and in good health in the United States, dismissing viral death rumours as false.

LP Chieftain Sues Over Death Threats in Ebonyi

Labour Party chieftain Dr. Ezeh Emmanuel Ezeh files a rights suit against suspected political enforcers for death threats. He seeks judicial protection and affirms the rule of law. Read more.

Two siblings perish in Rivers fire tragedy

Two young siblings died in a devastating fire that destroyed makeshift buildings in Rivers State, leaving 27 families homeless. Police investigation underway.

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