NEWSPOT NIGERIA DAILY PULSE April 21, 2025

HEADLINE SPOTLIGHTS

Richard Keys tips a surprising name to take over from Amorim at Man Utd — coaching carousel heating up
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Pope Francis dies at 88 after a historic papacy marked by bold reforms and spiritual courage
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NEMA confirms 5 dead and 20 injured in Lagos building collapse — rescue efforts continue amid rising fears
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Kukah to Tinubu: “Please bring us down from this cross” — Easter message rings loud in a nation under pressure
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Portable blasts Burna Boy — says he gave him money but now snubs his calls and messages
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 NATIONAL NEWS 

Kukah’s Easter Cry – “Mr President, please bring us down from this cross” — Nigeria’s burdens are reaching breaking point
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Bukarti warns that Boko Haram has shifted strategy, now spreading its propaganda through social media — digital jihad alert
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Senate resumption postponed — uncertainty continues as lawmakers delay return amid national tension
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Ponzi warning – Kazeem Akintunde calls out greedy Nigerians for falling for shady schemes again and again
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Prof Bassey’s Easter reflection – urges Nigeria to pursue true peace and justice, not political lip service
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 LOCAL LENS 

Zamfara Governor Lawal shuts down rumors of defecting to APC — “I’m not dumping PDP”, he declares
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Lagos building collapse leaves 5 dead, 20 injured — NEMA confirms, rescue ops underway
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Abia suicide case under investigation — police to conduct autopsy as mystery deepens
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Soludo dragged to CCB — activist claims N30m was shared for APGA re-election ticket in Anambra guber race
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Falana hits Wike hard – says “only corrupt lawyers win all their cases” in fiery Rivers crisis clapback
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ENTERTAINMENT – TRENDING TODAY! 

Lady shares wholesome moment her sister reacts to a fridge dispenser for the first time — innocence and joy overload
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Portable calls out Burna Boy — “You gave me money but ignored my calls and messages” — wahala for music streets
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Man ditches island salon for the mainland after one wild styling session — says he’s not going back again
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“You can’t slay in peace” — mother laments the stress of motherhood vs party life, calls it ‘shege deluxe’
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Relaxer gone wrong — lady thought she was applying moisturizer, now regrets turning her natural hair to chemical soup
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 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS: ACTION FROM THE PITCH & BEYOND! 

Richard Keys backs a surprising manager to replace Ruben Amorim at Man Utd — shake-up loading at Old Trafford
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Day 3 of the World Snooker Championship delivers intense action — check out scores, surprises & standings on the green table
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Remo Stars defeat 3SC in Ibadan, while Ikorodu City climbs to 3rd on the NPFL table — southwest derby tension was real!
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Chelsea and another EPL club tipped to make bold Harry Kane transfer move — the England captain back in transfer buzz
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Jamie Carragher blown away by an Arsenal star he once criticized — tables turning in the Premier League
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 INTERNATIONAL NEWS 

Pope Francis dies at 88 after a historic, reform-filled papacy — the world mourns a spiritual titan
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Trump slams “weak judges” amid renewed deportation push — migration tensions heat up across America’s courts
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Trump claims Russia and Ukraine will reach a peace deal this week — world leaders watching closely
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Ukraine under air raid alerts again — just hours after Russia’s brief ceasefire ends; tension surges across Eastern Europe
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China warns countries “don’t sign trade deals with US at our expense” — tariff diplomacy enters a new phase
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 SCHOLARSHIPS & EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES! 

 London School of Economics (LSE) AKO 2025 Master’s Scholarship!  Fully funded opportunity for exceptional students to pursue a Master’s degree at LSE! Don’t miss out!  Read more

 Z Zurich Foundation 2025 One Young World Scholarship – Fully Funded!  Travel, learn, and network with global changemakers! This scholarship covers flights, accommodation, and conference costs!  Read more

 NNPC/OANDO JV unveils life-changing scholarships for Nigerian students! Aspiring scholars can secure their future. Grab this opportunity now!  Read more

 NNPC/SEPLAT JV opens doors to academic excellence with 2025 undergraduate scholarships!  Nigerian students stand a chance for full funding. Don’t miss out!  Read more

 Mkpouto Pius Foundation offers fully funded scholarships for Nigerian students!  Future leaders can apply and secure a brighter tomorrow. Shine bright!  Read more

 University College London Humanitarian Scholarship 2025 — Study at one of the world’s best universities with this scholarship tailored for humanitarian change-makers!  Apply here

 University of Groningen Eric Bleumink Scholarship 2025 — A worldwide fully-funded offer for brilliant minds ready to study in the Netherlands. Secure your global edge!  Apply here

 General Ibrahim Attahiru Foundation Scholarship (GIAF) 2025 — For Nigerian students aspiring to grow and lead. Education meets legacy!  Apply here

 Call for Papers: Women & Children’s Rights Reader — Contribute to a powerful legal volume celebrating justice, peace, and protection for the most vulnerable. Perfect for academics, lawyers & advocates! Submit here

 Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship 2025 — Committed to sustainability? This scholarship funds eco-conscious students driving change globally.  Apply now

 University of Michigan-Dearborn Undergraduate Scholarship (USA) 2025 — Looking to study in America? This award supports talented undergrads seeking excellence in the USA!  Check eligibility

 Fully Funded CICOPS Scholarship 2026 now open for researchers from developing countries!
 Covers airfare, accommodation, insurance, and living costs in Italy 
 Apply now before the deadline!

 Study in the UK! The University of Bath Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 is now open for international students . A golden chance to pursue your dream degree at one of the UK’s top universities! Apply Here

 Prestige Meets Opportunity! The Boston College Gabelli Presidential Scholarship 2025 offers FULL funding  to exceptional students ready to lead and serve . One of the most competitive and elite scholarships in the U.S. Apply Now

RTSF Scholarship 2025 – Open to secondary & undergraduate students in Nigeria, this opportunity supports educational dreams from the grassroots
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Chalmers University Scholarship – A fully funded Master’s program in Sweden for bright minds ready to innovate globally
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Providence Memorial Scholarship 2025 – For Nigerian undergraduates, focusing on leadership, integrity, and academic excellence
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McCall MacBain Scholarship 2025 – A prestigious international postgraduate scholarship for change-makers worldwide
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QECS 2026 – The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship offers full Master’s funding in Commonwealth countries — apply to study, lead, and impact
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Anthony Udokwu Foundation Scholarship – Supporting Nigerian undergraduate students with tuition relief and academic support
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Holcim Building for Peace Scholarship 2025 – For peacebuilders and innovators attending One Young World Summit in Germany, fully funded!
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DCU John Thompson Scholarship – For international students in business & digital marketing, hosted at Dublin City University
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 SUMMARY

Richard Keys backs a surprising name to replace Amorim at Man Utd, as NPFL action sees Remo Stars beat 3SC in Ibadan and Ikorodu City rise to 3rd . Chelsea and another EPL giant eye Harry Kane, while Jamie Carragher eats his words over an Arsenal star he once doubted . Zamfara Gov Lawal says he’s not dumping PDP for APC, while NEMA confirms 5 dead in the Lagos building collapse — tragedy stirs new calls for regulation . Anambra scandal unfolds as Soludo’s aides are accused of collecting ₦30m for APGA re-election tickets, and Falana claps back at Wike, saying “only corrupt lawyers win all their cases” . Pope Francis dies at 88, ending a historic reform-filled papacy, just as Trump declares Russia and Ukraine will strike peace this week, while slamming “weak judges” and pushing his deportation agenda . Kukah’s Easter message pleads with Tinubu to “bring Nigerians down from this cross”, echoing the national mood, as Senate resumption is postponed and Boko Haram takes its propaganda to social media . Portable calls out Burna Boy, saying he gave him money but ghosted him after, while another man jokes he’s now loyal to mainland salons after an island hair disaster . A woman shares the ‘shege’ of motherhood, lamenting she can’t even slay to a party in peace, and a lady regrets using relaxer, thinking it was just moisturizer — hair wahala dey o . Lady’s fridge dispenser moment goes viral, reminding us sometimes, joy comes from the simplest things .The Audi Environmental Scholarship 2025 opens applications, giving green-minded Nigerians a shot at global change . University of Michigan-Dearborn rolls out scholarships for undergraduates and many more, offering new doors for aspiring students .

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