NEWSPOT NIGERIA DAILY PULSE April 24, 2025

HEADLINE SPOTLIGHTS

Tinubu releases ₦50bn to settle ASUU, university staff allowances — long-awaited relief hits the education sector after years of strikes
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Osimhen tops Man Utd striker wish list — Red Devils reveal official stance as summer transfer heat intensifies
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Trump, Zelenskyy clash again — diplomatic heat rises as war peace proposal details emerge amid tense U.S.-Ukraine dynamics
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Lady leaves Easter service with engagement ring — faith meets fate as a viral video captures a heartwarming proposal
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Keyamo: “Finally, Delta is APC” — political shift rocks Delta State as Gov Oborevwori and others dump PDP for ruling party
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 NATIONAL NEWS 

Tinubu releases ₦50bn to settle ASUU, university staff allowances — major move aims to calm tensions and restore stability to campuses nationwide
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EFCC warns public against fake land vendors in Abuja — citizens urged to stay alert as scam networks target unsuspecting buyers
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Governors joining APC out of fear – Momodu — political analyst says coercion, not conviction, is behind mass defections
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Keyamo declares: “Finally, Delta is APC” — ruling party celebrates as Gov Oborevwori, others switch camps in shock political twist
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CBEX Ponzi and ‘Miracle Money’ examined — Olusegun Adeniyi exposes how financial desperation is fueling digital scams
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 LOCAL LENS 

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Yobe university ASUU meets govt with fresh demands — academic tension brews again as lecturers push for renewed commitments
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Otti warns Abia monarchs — urges traditional rulers to stop giving titles to people with shady reputations
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Zamfara Assembly splits — lawmakers hold parallel sittings, issue ultimatum to Governor Lawal amid legislative chaos
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Military repels militia in Plateau — suspects arrested after a dramatic Kaduna highway chase
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Nasarawa PDP reconciling aggrieved members — party vows to reclaim power in 2027 as it rebuilds grassroots trust and unity
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ENTERTAINMENT – TRENDING TODAY! 

Sandra Benede makes U-turn — says she’s not Naira Marley’s baby mama after wild internet speculations
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Cousin nearly harms sister over seized phone — shocking family drama leaves social media users stunned
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Seye Kehinde at 60 — tribute celebrates the man who sees stars and shaped Nigeria’s entertainment storytelling legacy
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TikTok star Peller says Wizkid’s son snubbed him — “I messaged Boluwatife, no reply” — Gen Z shade gets louder
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From pew to proposal — lady attends Easter service single, leaves engaged — hearts melting nationwide
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 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS: ACTION FROM THE PITCH & BEYOND! 

Michael Owen says Arsenal star ‘will be screaming’ in dressing room — frustration boils after Crystal Palace draw slips away
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Man Utd makes Osimhen move clear — the Nigerian striker isn’t top priority as club names its No.1 summer target
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Ronnie O’Sullivan names his Snooker World Championship favourite — the GOAT tips his pick as cues clash at Crucible
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Arsenal star decides to leave — failed contract talks trigger transfer shake-up at the Emirates
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Chelsea eyes three replacements for Dean Huijsen — transfer race reopens as Blues explore fresh defensive options
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 INTERNATIONAL NEWS 

US Treasury Secretary to IMF & World Bank: “Earn Trump’s confidence” — strong words as global financial bodies face Washington’s tough love
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Trump, Zelenskyy clash again — diplomatic sparks fly as war talk deepens and peace talks hit new tension points
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Vietnam rushes to negotiate with US — looming 46% tariffs on exports sends shockwaves through Asian trade corridors
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Nigerian man indicted in US for $690k fraud, fake citizenship claim — immigration and identity crisis meet federal heat
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US peace proposal draft for Ukraine war surfaces — emerging details of a final ceasefire plan stir cautious hope for global peace
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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

 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 
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 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

Tinubu drops ₦50bn to settle ASUU and university staff allowances, easing academic tension across Nigeria. EFCC warns about fake Abuja land vendors, and Momodu says governors are joining APC out of fear. Delta State flips as Gov Oborevwori and allies dump PDP, triggering wild political reactions. Osimhen not Man Utd’s first choice as Red Devils reveal preferred striker target, while Arsenal star plans exit after contract breakdown. Ronnie O’Sullivan tips his snooker champ and Michael Owen says an Arsenal star was fuming after the Palace draw. Trump clashes with Zelenskyy again, while Vietnam rushes to avoid US tariffs, and a Nigerian man faces US indictment for fraud. A lady leaves Easter service with an engagement ring, and Sandra Benede denies being Naira Marley’s baby mama. Nasarawa PDP begins reconciliation efforts, vowing to reclaim the state in 2027.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 

STOCK MARKET OVERVIEW

• All-Share Index (ASI): Increased by 544.06 points, closing at 105,283.67, marking a 0.52% rise.

• Market Capitalization: Grew by ₦342 billion, reaching ₦66.159 trillion.

• Trading Volume: Approximately 744.8 million shares exchanged hands across 11,226 deals, totaling ₦18.28 billion in value. ​

• Fidelity Bank: Led with 388.76 million shares traded, valued at ₦7.75 billion.

• GTCO: Followed with 47 million shares worth ₦2.86 billion.

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