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By Joan OdafeChildren and persons with disabilities (PWDs) from the Brazilian Campos team on Sunday captivated revellers as they paraded in the colourful procession at the Lagos Fanti Carnival. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that children and PWDs, as well as other members of their group, dressed in vibrant costumes inspired by afro-Caribbean culture.
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By Babatunde OgunrindeNigeria’s U-18 women’s handball team began their IHF Trophy Zonal Phase on Sunday with a resounding 53-21 win over Togo in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the team displayed ruthless dominance, particularly from the wings, securing a 21-8 lead by the end of the first half. Nigeria maintained control in the second half, making it difficult for Togo to respond, and wrapped up the match with a commanding 53-21 scoreline.
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By Oladapo UdomA security expert, Mr Patrick Agbambu, has commended the efforts of security agencies in curbing crime across the country. Agbambu, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Security Watch Africa Initiative, made the remarks during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos. He also called for sustained efforts to reduce insecurity, especially as the country approached another election cycle.
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By Philomina AttahArchbishop Daniel Okoh, the President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has urged Christian faithful to imbibe the acts of kindness and charity by reaching out to the marginalised and the poor. In a message marking the 2025 Easter, Okoh also urged them to promote dialogue and reconciliation for a more just and caring society.
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PAWA Sec-Gen Okediran urges Nigerian writers to address societal ills
By Joshua OlomuDr Wale Okediran, prolific author and Secretary- General of the Pan African Writers’ Association (PAWA) has urged Nigerian authors to use their works to address societal ills and advocate for social change. Okediran made the call in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the sideline of the April edition of the monthly “Reading and Writers Dialogue” in Abuja.
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Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo has urged Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s reform policies for prosperity, stability, and progress of the nation’s economic and social transformation. Uzodimma’s call is contained in his Easter message delivered at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Parish, Ozuh, Omuma in Orlu East Local Government Area of the state on Sunday. He commended Tinubu for his bold and pragmatic economic policies which, he said, had made more resources available to sub-national governments.
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SEC’s Director-General, Dr Emomotimi Agama, gave the warning in a notice issued on Sunday in Abuja.He said the commission was working closely with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Police Force, and other relevant government agencies to investigate and prosecute violators. According to Agama, the recently enacted Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 specifically targets promoters of unregistered investment schemes.
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By Abiodun LawalThe Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Most Rev. Peter Odetoyinbo, has commended the Federal Government for its efforts in addressing the numerous challenges facing the country. Odetoyinbo gave the commendation in his Easter message on Sunday in Abeokuta. He, however, said more needed to be done to tackle issues such as hunger, insecurity, kidnapping, insurgency, and other forms of criminality affecting the nation.
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By Aminu GarkoThe Deputy President of the Senate, Sen. Barau Jibril’s Foundation has awarded scholarships to 300 students to study in Nigerian Universities. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Jibrin spoke at the ceremony marking the inauguration of the scholarship offer at Bayero University Kano on Sunday. He said that the scholarship programme was aimed at enhancing educational development and promoting higher education in the country. He said, “I don’t know anyone of you here.
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By Philip YataiRev. Musa Tyagnet of Evangelical Church Winning All Worship Centre, Unguwan Tasu, Kaduna, has expressed hope that Nigeria will overcome its current challenges. Tyagnet, the lead pastor of the church, stated this during his Easter sermon in Kaduna on Sunday. Reading from Ephesians 1:19-20, the cleric said that the death of Jesus Christ has given people the power to overcome all challenges.
