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American multinational toy and entertainment company Mattel has introduced its first-ever autistic Barbie, further expanding its diversity-focused Fashionistas line. The collection already features dolls with Down syndrome, a blind Barbie, and Barbie and Ken figures with vitiligo. Mattel said the new doll was developed over a period of more than 18 months in partnership with […]
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called for greater support for the Nigerian Armed Forces in recognition of their sacrifices toward preserving the unity and sovereignty of the nation. The governor made the call while speaking with journalists at the Museum Ground, Oba Ovonramwen Square, Benin City, during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day […]
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has officially welcomed the students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, following their recent release after being detained in connection with the Ekpoma protest. During this reception, the Governor reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to open dialogue, university reform, and the overall advancement of both the institution and the state. […]
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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has cautioned that Nigeria’s semi-final clash with host nation Morocco will be far from straightforward, but expressed strong confidence in the team’s ability to rise to the occasion. Osimhen spoke after Nigeria’s impressive 2–0 victory over Algeria on Saturday, a result that sealed the Super Eagles’ place in the last […]
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker fire incident in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area, which followed the fall of a petroleum tanker and led to a fire outbreak that engulfed several vehicles. Describing the incident as painful and unfortunate, the governor said it has caused immense […]
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Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday carried out an unscheduled inspection of the ongoing reconstruction of Ogheghe Road and Old Sapele Road in Benin City, directing contractors to speed up work in order to maximise the current dry season. The governor visited the project sites shortly after attending a church service, explaining […]
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has again dismissed claims that Nigeria is experiencing a Christian genocide, insisting that the country’s security challenges are driven by criminality, extremism and long-standing socio-economic issues rather than religious persecution. The President stated this in Abuja while declaring open the 8th Biennial Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nasrul Lahi-l-Fatih […]
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all acquirers, processors and Payment Terminal Service Providers (PTSPs) to implement dual connectivity for point-of-sale (PoS) transactions within one month, in a move aimed at improving transaction reliability and minimising service interruptions. The directive was contained in a circular dated December 11, 2025, and signed by Rakiya […]
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