September 23, 2025

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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Enter Joint Strategic Defence Pact, Pledge Mutual Military Support Against External Threats

In a significant diplomatic and military development, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan have signed a landmark Joint Strategic Defense Agreement, reaffirming their commitment to deeper security cooperation and mutual defence. The pact was formalised during high-level bilateral discussions between Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Mohammed

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Education

Federal Government Reinstates History as Compulsory Subject in Basic Schools to Bolster National Identity and Civic Values

Abuja — In a move widely regarded as a bold step towards restoring Nigeria’s cultural memory and fostering civic consciousness, the Federal Government has officially reintroduced History as a compulsory subject across all levels of basic education in the country. This landmark decision, spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Education under the leadership of the

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General

IPPIS Staff Admits Diverting Salaries of Retired Government Workers

Abuja, Nigeria | September 18, 2025 A staff member of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) has pleaded guilty to charges of diverting salaries meant for retired government workers. The accused, whose name was withheld pending sentencing, was arraigned before a Federal High Court in Abuja by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

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Football Sports

Defending Champions PSG Outclass Atalanta in Champions League Opener

Paris, France | September 18, 2025 Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) began their UEFA Champions League title defense in emphatic fashion with a commanding victory over Italian side Atalanta on Tuesday night. The reigning European champions showed their class from the start, dominating possession and creating chances at will. PSG’s attacking trio, led by Kylian Mbappé, proved

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NAHCON Religion

NAHCON Boss Briefs Katsina Governor on Tinubu’s Hajj Reforms, Highlights Cheaper Fares and Improved Welfare for Pilgrims

Katsina — The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has briefed the Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, on the series of bold and people‑focused reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the management of Hajj operations since assuming office.During the

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Religion

Makkah Chamber Welcomes Deputy Minister Dr. Mashat To Forge Stronger Ties With Entrepreneurs in Pilgrim Services

Makkah — The Makkah Chamber of Commerce recently received His Excellency Dr. Abdulfattah bin Sulaiman Mashat, Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah, in a gathering with the city’s entrepreneurial community to deepen cooperation aimed at improving services for the Guests of Allah. Dr. Mashat used the meeting as an opportunity to engage business owners, innovators

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World

3,000‑Year‑Old Egyptian Gold Bracelet Disappears from Cairo Museum’s Restoration Lab

Cairo — A rare and ancient gold bracelet, believed to be some 3,000 years old, has gone missing from the restoration laboratory of Egypt’s historic museum in Tahrir, authorities confirmed. The piece, described as a solid gold band decorated with spherical lapis lazuli beads, is attributed to King Amenemope of the 21st Dynasty (roughly 1070‑945

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NIMASA Vows Stricter Measures Against Offshore Waste Pollution

Lagos, Nigeria | September 17, 2025 The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has pledged to intensify its crackdown on offshore waste pollution, warning operators and stakeholders in the maritime sector against practices that endanger marine life and threaten Nigeria’s compliance with international environmental standards. Speaking during a stakeholders’ engagement in Lagos on Tuesday,

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General

FCSC Launches First-Ever Strategic Plan, Introduces CBT for 2025 Promotion Exams

Abuja, Nigeria | September 17, 2025 The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has unveiled its first-ever strategic plan, covering the period 2026–2030, after 75 years of existence. The historic development marks a significant milestone in the Commission’s efforts to modernize Nigeria’s civil service and improve transparency in its operations. Announcing the initiative in Abuja on

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World

Iran Rejects Arab‑World’s Push for Two‑State Plan, Affirms Sole Support for Palestine

Tehran – Iran has officially dismissed recent statements by Arab nations endorsing a two‑state solution to the Israel‑Palestine conflict, insisting instead that its allegiance lies only with Palestine. In a clarification released through its Foreign Ministry on September 16, 2025, Tehran made clear that it rejects the idea of Palestine and Israel existing side by

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