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Bishop Kukah Dismisses Christian Genocide Claims, Says Numbers Don’t Match Intent Required for Genocide

Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah has rejected widespread claims that Christians in Nigeria are victims of genocide, insisting the narrative is exaggerated and unsupported by verifiable data. The Kukah Christian genocide debate intensified after he said genocide is defined by intent, not casualty numbers, and warned against manipulated figures fueling religious tension.

NIGERIA GRANTS ASYLUM TO GUINEA BISSAU OPPOSITION LEADER

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Nigeria has granted asylum to Guinea Bissau opposition presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa following threats to his life after a disputed election and sudden military takeover. The Nigeria asylum Guinea Bissau crisis development underscores Abuja’s growing regional security role as ECOWAS suspends Guinea Bissau amid escalating political instability.

Microsoft seizes 330 Nigeria phishing websites in global cybercrime bust

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Microsoft has shut down 330 websites tied to a Nigerian phishing ring, accusing the network of stealing over 5,000 user credentials worldwide.

AFROBASKET 2025: Nigeria Clinches Historic Fifth Title, Okonkwo Named MVP Again

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Nigeria's women’s basketball team made history in Abidjan, becoming the first nation to win the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket five times in a row. Led by MVP Amy Okonkwo, the D’Tigress extended their unbeaten streak to 29 games.

Ghana Clinch WAFCON Bronze as Nigeria Dominate Awards Table

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Ghana secured third place at WAFCON 2024 with a penalty shootout victory over defending champions South Africa after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Meanwhile, Nigeria dominated the tournament’s award slate, taking home Best Player, Best Goalkeeper, and Coach of the Tournament following their 3-2 comeback win over Morocco to seal a historic 10th title.

Super Falcons Stun Morocco in WAFCON Final to Clinch Record 10th Title

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Nigeria's Super Falcons pulled off one of the most dramatic comebacks in WAFCON history, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat hosts Morocco 3-2 in Rabat. Goals from Okoronkwo, Ijamilusi, and Echegini sealed their 10th continental crown and cemented their legacy as Africa’s queens of football.

UNICEF: 3.5 million Nigerian Children at Risk of Death From Malnutrition

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UNICEF warns Nigeria could lose 400,000 children in weeks as severe malnutrition crisis escalates across the north.

Super Falcons Thrash Tunisia 3-0 in WAFCON 2024 Opener

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons began their WAFCON 2024 campaign in style with a 3-0 win over Tunisia in Casablanca, led by goals from Oshoala and Babajide.

Daily Sponge Bathing Can Harm Skin Barrier

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Excessive sponge bathing causes long-term skin damage, Nigerian dermatologists warn. Limit to 2–3 times weekly and maintain sponge hygiene, experts say.

Esther Kolawole Wins Gold in Spain, Enekwechi Breaks African Shot Put Record

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Nigeria’s Esther Kolawole shined with gold in Spain’s Grand Prix, as Chukwuebuka Enekwechi broke the African shot put record with 22.10m in Oregon