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A 40-year-old computer science graduate from Auchi Polytechnic has revealed he contemplated suicide after losing his job eight years ago and facing severe hardship and discrimination due to his disability. He is currently sleeping in a friend's apartment corridor and appealing for public assistance.
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Family rivalry can be the most destructive. A woman's success story turned into a tale of betrayal by her own sister, highlighting the deep-seated issues that can arise from differing ambitions and lifestyles within a family.
A UNILAG student recounts a harrowing robbery where assailants threatened to kill him and frame him as a cultist, seizing his phone and laptop. The incident occurred in Gbagada and has left him with significant psychological distress.
Trinity University's best graduating student, Osemen Esezobor, achieved a perfect 5.0 CGPA. She revealed sacrificing social events was crucial to her success, a discipline instilled from childhood by her parents.
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Marriage challenges are teaching couples the value of gratitude for small things. Appreciating your partner daily is vital for navigating hardship and building resilience together.
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Actress Pretty Fola initially feared skit-making would end her acting career. She credits content creation with boosting her visibility and securing movie roles, overcoming the challenge of waiting for opportunities.
Sickle Cell Disease patients can move from compliance to partnership in their care by actively advocating for themselves. Knowing your medical history and participating in health decisions are crucial steps.
Professor Joseph Ahaneku elected new president of the Academy of Medical Sciences of Nigeria for a two-year term. Professor Okechukwu Ogah to receive N10m Gold Medal Award at the upcoming convocation.
Kano farmers are praising Federal Government irrigation projects that are significantly improving agricultural production. The initiative provides better water access and road infrastructure, boosting yields and market reach.
Nigerian Army Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged sustained welfare initiatives for veterans and urged their increased participation in national security. He assured that sacrifices are valued and pension issues are being addressed.
Final Year Week celebrations in Nigerian universities are becoming a major financial burden, forcing students to borrow or sell property to keep up with extravagant trends driven by social media.
Skit maker Imole Ogundipe's journey to stardom began with an encounter with an Ofada rice seller, inspiring his viral TikTok series 'Ofada Spot' which garnered over 1.4 million views. He also shares insights into the initial challenges of his content creation career.
He met his wife at a concert, but his first proposal attempt was rejected due to her fear of public embarrassment. He shares the touching story of how he eventually married Akuidolo Orevaoghene.
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Nigerian poultry farmers are decrying the high cost of feed and other challenges like finance shortages and disease outbreaks, which are threatening the industry's sustainability. Urgent government intervention is needed to support local production.
Delta State plans N4 billion business grants for 15,000 residents, with each beneficiary receiving N250,000 to support small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs.
The WHO has launched the first clinical trial for an Ebola vaccine in DR Congo during the current outbreak. The trial, named Tumaini, aims to assess vaccine candidates against the Bundibugyo strain, for which no vaccine is currently approved.
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Nigeria has fewer than 4,000 practising physiotherapists, a number deemed critically insufficient for the nation's rehabilitation needs. The Medical Rehabilitation Therapist Board of Nigeria highlighted the issue, attributing it to professional migration and other factors. The government is urged to improve working conditions and pay to retain healthcare workers.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un has ordered his military to train to become the world's strongest. The directive was issued at a meeting of company commanders in Pyongyang, pushing for a 'Korean-style military revolution'.
Lionel Messi is the first footballer to win the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports individually. Clubs like Barcelona and Inter Miami have celebrated his historic achievement.
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Uganda government confirms traveller who tested positive for Ebola in Nigeria had no symptoms before leaving the country. Investigations are ongoing with Nigerian authorities, and traveller locator forms have been reinstated.