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Nigeria Submits 'Dear Ajayi' for Consideration in 2027 Oscars International Feature Category
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Nigerian filmmakers are celebrating as the film 'Dear Ajayi' has been submitted for the international feature category at the 2027 Academy Awards. This submission marks an important step for the Nigerian film industry, although it does not guarantee a nomination.
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The Osun State Government has announced plans to contest a recent court ruling that limits access to its bank accounts. This legal challenge comes in response to an arbitration award that the state claims is unjustified.
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The revelation of a fraudulent professor who has been misrepresented as a qualified academic in various media outlets has sparked widespread reactions among Nigerians. The incident raises significant questions about media vetting and the integrity of academic credentials in public discourse.
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A recent inquiry has unveiled that 61 Nigerian officials are associated with substantial property investments in the United States, totaling $271 million. This revelation raises concerns about the flow of wealth from Nigerian elites into foreign markets and the implications for transparency in governance.
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Super Eagles Face Setback Ahead of Russia Friendly Match
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