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    Day: September 1, 2025

    Fedmas Studios Announces October Release of Blockbuster Film NINI

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    ABUJA—Fedmas Studios has announced the nationwide release of its highly anticipated film, NINI, scheduled to hit cinemas on October 3, 2025. Distributed by Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution, the movie will premiere on Sunday, September 28, at Silverbird Cinema, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja. Written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Sam Idiagbonya, NINI explores themes of love, betrayal, and resilience. The story follows a young... Read more

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    No Sabotage in Abuja-Kaduna Train Derailment – Transport Minister

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 1, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    …20 passengers injured, NRC apologizes to journalists, FG to link Abuja to Warri rail line ABUJA—Minister of Transportation, Senator Saidu Ahmed Alkali, has assured Nigerians that last week’s Abuja-Kaduna train derailment was not caused by sabotage, stressing that rail travel remains safe across the country. Speaking in Abuja alongside the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Mr. Kayode... Read more

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    China, Nigeria call for UN reforms, global unity on 80th anniversary of anti-fascist war

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 1, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Ms Yan Yuqing, alongside the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) Prof. Eghosa Osaghae; Chairman of NIIA, Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi, and other scholars have called for the reform and further democratisation of the UN Security Council to allow the admission of more permanent members.They also... Read more

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