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US to begin blockade of Iranian ports Monday – Military
The US military announces a full blockade of Iranian ports after peace talks collapse, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear ambitions. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-to-begin-blockade-of-iranian-ports-monday-military/
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Borno airstrike survivors recount ordeal, say they were animal traders
Survivors of a military airstrike in Borno State recount their ordeal, stating they were legitimate animal traders at Jilli market when the attack occurred Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-airstrike-survivors-recount-ordeal-say-they-were-animal-traders/
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Easter truce between Ukraine, Russia ends
The Orthodox Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia has expired, with both sides accusing each other of thousands of violations during the 32-hour ceasefi Read More: https://punchng.com/easter-truce-between-ukraine-russia-ends/
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Katsina unveils nutrition centres, warns against diversion of therapeutic food
Katsina State launches new nutrition centres and outpatient sites to combat severe acute malnutrition in children. Learn about this crucial public health i Read More: https://punchng.com/katsina-unveils-nutrition-centres-warns-against-diversion-of-therapeutic-food/
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NiMet warns of thunderstorms, strong winds Monday
NiMet issues a weather warning for thunderstorms, rainfall, and strong winds across Nigeria. Get the full forecast and safety advice for Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/nimet-warns-of-thunderstorms-strong-winds-monday/
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Hungary votes out prime minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power
Hungary's Viktor Orban, who conceded defeat to his rival in parliamentary elections on Sunday, was for 16 years a dominant and divisive figure who constantly tweaked his country's political system during his time in power. The post Hungary votes out prime minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police begin investigation into killing of Agali in Lagos
In a late-night post on its official X page, the Lagos State Police Command stated that investigations had commenced following the reported shooting. The post Police begin investigation into killing of Agali in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NPFL: Rivers United return to the top, pressure mounts on Rangers
Rivers United have surged back to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League standings following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Plateau United at the Adokiye AmiesimakaRive4s Utd
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NAF airstrike: We need answers, not condolences — Gumi
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Gumi, has called for a Senate probe into recent military airstrikes, insisting that condolences are not enough following reported civilian casualties. Gumi, in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Sunday, questioned the conduct of military operations and demanded accountability. “Who are the pilots behind these bomb releases on innocent locals?” Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-airstrike-we-need-answers-not-condolences-gumi/
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Inter close in on Serie A title after comeback triumph at Como
Inter Milan are on the brink of the Serie A title after a stunning 4-3 comeback win at Como, moving nine points clear as rivals Napoli slip up. Read More: https://punchng.com/inter-close-in-on-serie-a-title-after-comeback-triumph-at-como/
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Ex-Presidential Aspirant Hayatu-Deen Dumps PDP For ADC 
Hayatu-Deen contested the PDP presidential ticket in 2023 but withdrew, citing concerns about the monetisation of the process. The post Ex-Presidential Aspirant Hayatu-Deen Dumps PDP For ADC  appeared first on Channels Television.
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Army clears air on soldier’s death in Katsina
The Nigerian Army addresses reports on a soldier’s death in Katsina, identifying him as Cpl. Ude Jude and refuting claims of neglect and internal sabotage. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-clears-air-on-soldiers-death-in-katsina/
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Deputy Speaker Kalu bags PhD in Law, details emerge
Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu earns PhD in Law from the University of Calabar, demonstrating academic excellence and reinforcing RHP's vision.
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SDP’s Adebayo, Tech Expert Differ Over Alleged INEC Chair’s X Account
The controversy centers on claims that an X account linked to INEC chairman Joash Amupitan posted partisan content supporting the APC during the 2023 elections. The post SDP’s Adebayo, Tech Expert Differ Over Alleged INEC Chair’s X Account appeared first on Channels Television.
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How much Tottenham will lose if they get relegated from Premier League to Championship
Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in De Zerbi's debut, deepening relegation fears. Spurs face potential £260 million losses if relegated.
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CPPE rejects World Bank call for increased imports, urges industrialisation
CPPE warns against World Bank’s import advice, urging Nigerian industrialisation to build a self-reliant economy and strengthen local production. Read More: https://punchng.com/cppe-rejects-world-bank-call-for-increased-imports-urges-industrialisation/
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Hungary’s Orban concedes defeat after 16 years in power
Hungary’s long-serving nationalist leader Viktor Orban concedes defeat to conservative Peter Magyar in a landmark parliamentary election after 16 years in Read More: https://punchng.com/hungarys-orban-concedes-defeat-after-16-years-in-power/
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Zulum Warns Against Aiding Boko Haram Insurgents
The warning follows recent operations conducted by the Air Component of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai. The post Zulum Warns Against Aiding Boko Haram Insurgents appeared first on Channels Television.
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Police smash robbery syndicate, recover 450 motorcycles in Imo
Okoye said “the breakthrough followed a successful operation” that targeted armed robbery, attempted murder, and vehicle snatching across the state. The post Police smash robbery syndicate, recover 450 motorcycles in Imo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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APC governor sends message to residents after military airstrike in border market
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has reacted to the tragic military airstrike that reportedly killed many traders in Jilli market on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
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Lagos Socialite Agali shot dead in cold blood on National Stadium Bridge
The Lagos State Police Command has launched a high-priority investigation following the fatal shooting of Adedipe Adeyinkan, a well-known figure popularly referred to as “Agali.”
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Ogun ADC crisis: State publicity Secretary aligns with Famojuro faction
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State has been hit by leadership turbulence following the conduct of two parallel state congresses on Saturday. DAILY POST reported that the concurrent congresses held at different locations, produced Emmanuel Famojuro and Femi Soluade as the new chairman with Olumide Onabajo as the State Publicity Secretary for both […] Ogun ADC crisis: State publicity Secretary aligns with Famojuro faction
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‘We need answers — Sheikh Gumi demands probe over NAF airstrike
Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has demanded an urgent probe into the Nigerian Air Force airstrike that reportedly left more than 50 civilians dead at a weekly market in Jilli village along the Borno–Yobe border. The post ‘We need answers — Sheikh Gumi demands probe over NAF airstrike appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Deyemi Okanlawon leads scent-inspired performance as Seinde’s Signature hosts Sarah Baker
The multi-city event will span Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Lagos, marking the Nigerian debut of two signature fragrances by internationally recognised perfumer Sarah Baker. The post Deyemi Okanlawon leads scent-inspired performance as Seinde’s Signature hosts Sarah Baker appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Fire ravages residential building, shop in Ibadan
Properties worth millions of naira have been destroyed as a result of fire that ravaged a residential building and shop in Oyo State. The two incidents occurred in Ibadan on Sunday. The residential building is located beside C.A.C Oke- Ayo, Idi- Obi Junction, Agugu Area in Ibadan. Properties worth millions of naira were affected. No […] Fire ravages residential building, shop in Ibadan
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Nigerian military arrests ISWAP’s teenage terrorist logistics courier linked to Jilli attacks
A military source says the arrest provided further insight into the operational and logistics network of ISWAP. The post Nigerian military arrests ISWAP’s teenage terrorist logistics courier linked to Jilli attacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian military arrests ISWAP’s teenage logistics courier linked to Jilli attacks
A military source says the arrest provided further insight into the operational and logistics network of ISWAP. The post Nigerian military arrests ISWAP’s teenage logistics courier linked to Jilli attacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Patrick Doyle, wife lose newborn daughter hours after birth
Veteran Nollywood actor and broadcaster, Patrick Doyle, and his wife, Funmilayo Doyle, have lost their newborn daughter just hours after her birth. Doyle announced the development in a Facebook post on Sunday evening, revealing that the baby, Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, died barely a day after she was born. “Omayinuwa visited us briefly at about […]
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CISLAC condemns Borno–Yobe airstrike, calls for urgent investigation
CISLAC condemns the recent Borno-Yobe airstrike on a civilian market, calling for an urgent investigation and improved civilian protection measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/cislac-condemns-borno-yobe-airstrike-calls-for-urgent-investigation/
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Patrick Doyle mourns loss of newborn daughter hours after birth
Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle and his wife Funmilayo announce the heartbreaking loss of their newborn daughter just hours after her birth. Read More: https://punchng.com/patrick-doyle-mourns-loss-of-newborn-daughter-hours-after-birth/
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Fayose’s allegation baseless, say Makinde, Olubadan
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, have denied reports that there is a plan to remove the monarch from his position. They described
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Adamawa ADC Inaugurates New Executives Despite Court Restraining Order
It was held amid controversy, as two separate court orders had earlier directed the party to maintain the status quo regarding the conduct of the state congresses. The post Adamawa ADC Inaugurates New Executives Despite Court Restraining Order appeared first on Channels Television.
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Jilli market airstrikes: Army releases video confession of captured Boko Haram suspect
Nigerian Army has released a video showing the confession of a suspected member of Boko Haram, in which he claimed that those present at the Jilli market during a recent airstrike were members of the group allegedly involved in logistics operations. In the footage shared by the Army, the young man is seen being interrogated […] Jilli market airstrikes: Army releases video confession of captured Boko Haram suspect
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NAF airstrike: ACF faults military, demands compensation for victims
The Arewa Consultative Forum condemns a deadly NAF airstrike on a market, demanding full compensation for victims and accountability from the military. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-airstrike-acf-faults-military-demands-compensation-for-victims/
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Abia APC stakeholders endorse Kalu for governorship, aspirant kick
Abia APC stakeholders endorse Rep. Benjamin Kalu for the 2027 governorship race, but fellow aspirant Mascot Kalu swiftly condemns the move as an imposition Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-apc-stakeholders-endorse-kalu-for-governorship-aspirant-kick/
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2027: Abia APC split over Kalu’s governorship nod
Tension rises in Abia APC as stakeholders endorse Benjamin Kalu for the 2027 governorship race, sparking swift condemnation from a rival camp. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-abia-apc-split-over-kalus-governorship-nod/
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