Author: Starnews NG
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Kemi Olunloyo Breaks Ties with Late Father’s Family
Kemi Olunloyo, the controversial media figure, has publicly declared that she no longer associates with her family following the death of her father, former Oyo State Governor Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo. The former governor, a respected mathematician and politician, passed away on Sunday, April 6, at the age of 89. Olunloyo made the announcement on…
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INEC Yet to Decide on Ward Delineation in Warri Constituency
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated that no final decision has been made regarding the delineation of wards in Warri Federal Constituency. The commission made this known on Thursday, April 10, 2025, urging Nigerians to ignore reports suggesting otherwise. According to INEC, the process of defining ward boundaries for Warri North, Warri South,…
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US-China Tariff Dispute Threatens Global Trade, WTO Warns
The ongoing tariff conflict between the United States and China is putting global trade at risk, according to the Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. The trade war began when former President Donald Trump increased tariffs on Chinese imports by 104%, prompting China to retaliate with an 84% tariff hike on…
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Okpebholo Launches Campaign for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election in Edo
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has officially kicked off the campaign for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made during a visit by Hon. Kaycee Osamwonyi, a member of the Edo State House of Assembly, who recently switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All…
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Reps Call for Vigilante Training, Regulation, Highlight Need for State Police
The House of Representatives Committee on Army has urged for the professional training and regulation of vigilante groups across Nigeria in response to the growing issue of jungle justice and lawlessness within communities. Babajimi Benson, the Committee’s Chairman and representative for Ikorodu Federal Constituency, made this statement in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on…
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Peter Obi Urges LP Leaders to Speak Out Amid National Crisis
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has stated that Nigeria is in a state of deep crisis, emphasizing that no political defense can conceal the widespread suffering faced by millions of Nigerians. Obi made the comments on Wednesday while addressing members of the Labour Party’s National Executive Council (NEC)…
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Starnews NG Celebrates CEO Olumide Akinrinlola on His Birthday
Starnews NG has sent its heartfelt birthday wishes to its dynamic Chief Executive Officer, Olumide Akinrinlola, as he celebrates another year of success and leadership. Under his visionary guidance, the media company has flourished, leaving a significant mark on both the organisation and the broader media landscape. In a statement issued by the management, the…
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JUST IN: Ondo PDP Spokesman Resigns, Criticizes Leadership’s Direction
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, the Publicity Secretary of the opposition People’s Democratic Party in Ondo State from Arogbo Ward 1, in Ese-Odo Local Government Area, has announced his resignation from the party, citing frustrations with the leadership’s failure to focus on electoral success. In a strongly worded resignation letter, Peretei accused the party’s leadership of having…
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Man accuses police of converting his stolen car into patrol vehicle in Delta
A man identified as Ogoro Miffy has accused the Delta State Police Command of turning his stolen vehicle into a patrol car. In a viral video making the rounds on social media, Miffy recounted that his car was stolen in 2015 while attending a church service. He said he reported the incident at the Ekpan…
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Top 7 reasons Canadian visa applications get rejected
Applying for a Canadian visa can be a challenging process, and many applicants face rejection without fully understanding why. Although Canada remains open to welcoming visitors, students, and immigrants, immigration officials are responsible for ensuring that only genuine and eligible applicants are granted entry into the country. One of the most important factors in the…
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Youth Leader Shot Dead by Cultists in Rivers Community
A former youth leader, Godspower Uwhetu, was shot dead in the early hours of Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Odhiajie Community, located in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to local sources, the killing was carried out by a group of five suspected cultists believed to belong to the Iceland cult group.…
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US to Review Social Media for Visa Applications
The United States has announced a new policy to review social media activity when assessing visa and residence permit applications. Immigration authorities will now consider online content as part of the process in determining whether an individual is eligible for entry or stay in the country. The government made it clear that any applicant found…