Author: Olumide Akinrinlola
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Why Suspended Catholic priest got married — sister
Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe, a suspended priest of the Catholic Church in the Warri Diocese, has renounced his celibacy vows to marry his partner in Dallas, Texas. This news was reported on Sunday evening. Fr. Oghenerukevwe married Dora Chichah at the Stream of Joy Church in Dallas on December 29, 2024, without awaiting formal…
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Canada Unveils New Policy Changes: What You Need to Know
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced several new measures, including changes to open work permits, a reduction in international student study permits, and a temporary change to the Express Entry system. Check out the various policy changes announced on the IRCC portal below, Starnews NG reports. Open work permits As of January 21,…
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Shattered Dreams: Nigerians in Canada Share Heartbreaking Struggles with Homelessness
In a poignant video shared on social media, two Nigerians, Simi and Peter, have bravely revealed the harsh realities they face as immigrants in Canada, transitioning from hopeful aspirations to the brink of homelessness. Simi, who relocated to Canada to pursue her studies, reminisced about the initial excitement that accompanied her arrival. “When I came…
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Nasarawa Poly expels 100 students
By Miracle Ogunde 100 students have been expelled from the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa State for their alleged involvement in examination malpractices during the 2023/2024 academic session. Dr. Hauwa Muhammad, the Acting Rector of the institution, disclosed this during the 41st matriculation ceremony held over the weekend for approximately 15,000 newly admitted students for the 2024/2025…
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Historic Victory: Nigeria Edges Out New Zealand for First U-19 Women’s World Cup Win
In a thrilling encounter at the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia, Nigeria’s Junior Female Yellow Greens made a remarkable debut, securing their first-ever win with a narrow two-run victory over test-playing nation New Zealand on Monday. After facing delays due to rain in Sarawak, the Nigerian team refused to let the…
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Canadian businessman, Kevin Offers $20 Billion to Acquire TikTok Amid U.S. Ban Threat
Canadian businessman and investor Kevin O’Leary has made a bold move by offering $20 billion to acquire TikTok from its parent company, ByteDance. Starnews NG reports that this development follows the recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court, which upheld President Joe Biden’s ban on the popular social media app due to concerns over national…
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Jonathan Sends Message to Nigerian Youths Over Japa Syndrome
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerian youths not to leave the country despite the ongoing challenges, emphasizing that with determination, these difficulties can be overcome. He made this appeal over the weekend during the commissioning of the Soybean Plant and Refinery of the CSS Group, as well as at the birthday celebration of Prof.…
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Wanted Cultist Killed In Owo During Curfew
A 40-year-old man, Nasir Isiaka, was shot and killed in Owo, Ondo State, on Sunday morning despite an ongoing curfew in the area. The Ondo State Police Command identified Nasir as a wanted cultist. According to the police, two masked men attacked him at LA Igbanasa area. Officers arrived at the scene after a distress…
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I have been stealing children from Ondo , Ilesha since 2023 — Suspect
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspects allegedly involved in child trafficking following a successful sting operation. The suspects, identified as Lukman Isiaka, 43; Abosede Olanipekun, 23; and Sabira Izuorah, 68, were apprehended with at least 14 babies and toddlers believed to have been stolen from Akure, the state capital, and Ilesa, Osun…
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Queues resurface at filling stations as petrol price rises to N1,150/litre
Oil marketers have declared that filling stations should not be blamed for the hike in the pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, as queues for the commodity surfaced in various locations on Saturday. Many filling stations in Lagos, Ogun, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, among others, were closed on Saturday, as dealers explained…