NEWSPOT NIGERIA DAILY PULSE 
March 12, 2025
HEADLINE SPOTLIGHTS 
Stay ahead with the five biggest stories shaping today’s news!
Fubara Locked Out of Rivers Assembly – Political tensions rise as the Rivers State Governor is denied entry into the Assembly complex.
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Ukraine Endorses Ceasefire Proposal – A 30-day ceasefire proposed by the U.S. gets Ukraine’s approval, with hopes of drafting a peace plan. Read more
Liverpool OUT of Champions League – Arne Slot’s squad falls to PSG on penalties, ending their UCL run in heartbreak. Read more
Oluwadolarz’s Fiancée Ends Engagement – Ifeluv announces her breakup with the social media comedian, sending fans into a frenzy. Read more
LSE Offers 2025 Masters Scholarship – The London School of Economics opens applications for a fully funded postgraduate opportunity. Read more
National Politics 
FCT: Wike Leads Demolition in Gishiri – Residents resist as the Minister of the FCT supervises a large-scale demolition. Read more
Reps Push Gender-Based Reforms – Lawmakers and CSOs advocate for policies promoting gender equality in legislation. Read more
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Calls for Justice at UN – The Senator speaks on her suspension at the UN Inter-Parliamentary Union. Read more
PDP Asks Court to Remove Ned Nwoko – The opposition seeks to declare his seat vacant after his defection to APC. Read more
Troops Kill Three Bandits – Nigerian Army neutralizes criminals along the Kaduna-Abuja highway, seizing arms and ammunition. Read more
Local Lens 
Kano Gets New Police Commissioner – The state welcomes a new top cop amid rising security concerns. Read more
Oyetola Administration Under EFCC Investigation – The corruption probe into the former Osun State governor intensifies. Read more
Fubara vs. Rivers Assembly Standoff – Political tensions escalate as the governor is locked out of his own Assembly. Read more
Osun Political Crisis Deepens – Clashes erupt over local government leadership disputes in the state. Read more
Mass Defections in Edo Politics – Philip Shaibu’s ally leads ex-PDP, LP lawmakers to APC. Read more
Entertainment Buzz 
Oluwadolarz’s Fiancée Ends Engagement – Social media reacts to the influencer’s public breakup. Read more
Holy Communion Controversy – A viral video shows congregants sharing a single spoon, sparking debate. Read more
Veekee James Pranks Husband – The celebrity designer plays a hilarious trick at a hair salon. Read more
Mother-in-Law Turns Prayer Warrior – A determined MIL prays to ensure a wedding goes as planned. Read more
Kids Run from Catfish – Viral clip shows children fleeing in panic from a wriggling catfish. Read more
Sports Highlights 
Liverpool OUT of Champions League – A crushing defeat to PSG on penalties ends their campaign. Read more
Tiger Woods Injured Again – The golf legend faces another career setback. Read more
Mo Salah and Alexander-Arnold Bust-Up – Details emerge on their training ground confrontation. Read more
Jamie Carragher on Liverpool’s Loss – The ex-player raises concerns about their penalty shootout approach. Read more
Cheltenham Festival Gold Cup Predictions – Analysts tip Galopin Des Champs for a third straight win. Read more
International News 
Elon Musk Slams Delaware Leadership – Musk reacts to Governor Matt Meyer’s interview, calling his approach destructive. Read more
Trump Appoints Michael DeSombre – Trump grants a new role to his longtime ally. Read more
UK Steel Industry Fears Trump Tariffs – British companies warn of economic damage as U.S. tariffs take effect. Read more
Israel Kills Senior Hezbollah Militant – In retaliation, four prisoners are released amid heightened Middle East tensions. Read more
USAID Document Destruction Scandal – Employees raise concerns over classified files being destroyed amid agency restructuring. Read more
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Summary
Today’s Newspot Nigeria Daily Pulse captures the intensity of global and national developments, the vibrancy of entertainment, and the highs and lows of the sports world. In Nigeria, political tensions are at an all-time high, with Governor Fubara locked out of Rivers Assembly, EFCC deepening its probe into former Osun Governor Oyetola, and mass defections shaking Edo’s political landscape. On the international stage, Ukraine backs a 30-day ceasefire, Trump makes bold appointments, and Elon Musk fires shots at Delaware’s leadership. Sports headlines are dominated by Liverpool’s heartbreaking Champions League exit, Tiger Woods’ latest injury setback, and Mo Salah’s tense moment with Darwin Nunez. Meanwhile, Veekee James’ hilarious prank on her husband, a viral Holy Communion controversy, and the bizarre reaction of kids to a catfish moment add laughter to the entertainment scene. With exciting scholarship opportunities like LSE’s fully funded program, today’s news cycle reminds us that while the world faces turmoil, hope and humor persist in everyday moments. 
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