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Urban Express News is a Nigerian newspaper. Founded in March 2015, it is published by Urban Express News Nigeria Limited and edited by Olusegun Ariyo, its founder. The newspaper, a Nigerian focused publication, covers general news, politics, entertainment, urban and rural lifestyle, crime, environment, sports and column. [1] [2]

History

The newspaper started publication on 3 May 2015 with its online edition. On 30 November 2024, the paper launched its print edition circulating it to its readers in Lagos and Abuja for free. [3] [4]

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