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Anambra NMA threatens to down tools over doctor’s abduction
The Nigeria Medical Association in Anambra threatens to down tools if a member, a victim of a recent doctor’s abduction, is not freed within 48 hours. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-nma-threatens-to-down-tools-over-doctors-abduction/
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Kwankwaso backs NDC decision zoning 2027 presidency to South
Rabiu Kwankwaso supports the NDC presidency zoning its 2027 ticket to the South, citing fairness and the party’s power-sharing arrangement. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwankwaso-backs-ndc-decision-zoning-2027-presidency-to-south/
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SDP elects Gombe new national chairman
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) elects Professor Sadiq Gombe as its new national chairman at the party’s 2026 national convention held in Bauchi. Read More: https://punchng.com/sdp-elects-new-gombe-national-chairman-vows-to-rescue-nigeria/
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SDP Re-elects Gombe As National Chair, Says Nigeria Needs Patriotic Leadership
The Social Democratic Party( SDP) has re-elected Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe, as its national chairman to lead the affairs of the party for another four years. Gombe was returned unopposed during the party’s 2026 national convention held on Saturday at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi alongside 11 other members of the National Executive Committee […]
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Nigeria qualify for FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026
Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland after edging past Malawi’s Young Scorchers 3-2 on aggregate. The post Nigeria qualify for FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Traffic Gridlock In Abuja As Thousands Storm NDC Convention
Vehicular movement along the busy Ahmadu Bello Way in Abuja was brought to a near standstill on Saturday as thousands of delegates, supporters, and political stakeholders converged on the venue of the national convention of the Nigeria Democratic Congress. The massive turnout triggered severe traffic congestion that extended into adjoining roads and major intersections within […]
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Police nab two suspected arms suppliers, recover firearms in A’Ibom
Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested two suspected arms suppliers, Udeme Udo and Nkereuwem Udo, in Ikot Ekpene, recovering a revolver pistol. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-two-suspected-arms-suppliers-recover-firearms-in-aibom/
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Kaduna Govt Reaffirms Commitment To Southern Kaduna As Katung Declares Re-election Bid
The Kaduna State Government has reiterated its commitment to development across all parts of the state as Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, formally declared his intention to seek re-election ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, stated this on Saturday while representing Governor Uba Sani […]
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Lagos commissioners to present stewardship reports before 2027 election
The Lagos State Government will begin a month-long Ministerial Press Briefing on Monday, May 11, 2026, as members of the State Executive Council prepare to present reports of their activities and achievements under the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration over the past one year. The Lagos State government, through the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga […] Lagos commissioners to present stewardship reports before 2027 election
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2027 polls: Why we endorsed Tinubu, Hamzat, others – Alimosho APC stakeholders
Members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Alimosho Federal Constituency, on Saturday, endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term. They also threw their weight behind the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, as the party’s preferred successor to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the 2027 governorship race. The post 2027 polls: Why we endorsed Tinubu, Hamzat, others – Alimosho APC stakeholders appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Alleged Fraud: EFCC Declares Former Humanitarian Minister Farouq Wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has declared former minister of humanitarian affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over alleged fraud. The former minister was declared wanted over alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, and diversion of public funds. Farouq served as minister of Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development under former […]
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PDP chieftain declares interest in Bayelsa central senatorial seat
Entrepreneur Richard Akinaka declares his ambition for the Bayelsa Central Senatorial seat, vowing to address leadership deficits for grassroots communitie Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-chieftain-declares-interest-in-bayelsa-central-senatorial-seat/
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With Obi And Kwankwaso, Nigeria Will Be OK
There is an old, almost mystical observation in Nigerian politics: whenever Peter Obi walks into a political space, the lifeless suddenly begin to breathe. Parties once dismissed as irrelevant rediscover purpose. Structures presumed buried begin to move again. Obi is not merely a politician; he has become a political stimulant, a transfusion of hope into […]
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Lagos 2027: APC clears Hamzat for gov’ship primary
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, weekend, successfully appeared before the All Progressives Congress, APC, Governorship Screening Committee in Abuja and received a clean bill of approval to contest in the party’s forthcoming governorship primary election ahead of the 2027 Lagos governorship poll. The post Lagos 2027: APC clears Hamzat for gov’ship primary appeared first on Vanguard News.
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U-20 WWCQ: Falconets qualify for Poland 2026 despite defeat in Malawi
Nigeria’s Falconets booked a spot at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup despite going down to a 2-1 defeat against Malawi in the second leg of their final qualifying round fixture in Lilongwe on Saturday. Moses Aduku’ side won the tie 3-2 on aggregate. Malawi made a good start with midfielder Faith Chimzimu putting them […] U-20 WWCQ: Falconets qualify for Poland 2026 despite defeat in Malawi
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Atiku Receives ADC Receipt After N90m Presidential Form Payment
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has confirmed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has paid N90 million for his presidential nomination form to contest the 2027 election under the party’s platform. In an official statement posted on its X account on Saturday, the party disclosed that Atiku had received his payment receipt after completing the […]
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Davido to join Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Fela, Beyoncé, others In Black Music Walk of Fame – Inside Story
Something powerful has been happening around Davido’s name for years now, something bigger than hit songs, sold out arenas, luxury headlines, streaming records, or celebrity conversations. Every major stage he has stepped on since 2011 has quietly carried a deeper message about African music’s changing position in the world. What once looked like another ambitious […] The post Davido to join Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Fela, Beyoncé, others In Black Music Walk of Fame – Inside Story appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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EPL: Why we failed to beat Chelsea – Liverpool manager, Arne Slot
Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, has explained why his team failed to beat Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday. Slot watched as goals from Ryan Gravenberch and Enzo Fernandez ensured both teams drew 1-1 at Anfield. Speaking to TNT Sports after the game, Slot admitted that his team struggled against the Blues during the encounter, adding […] EPL: Why we failed to beat Chelsea – Liverpool manager, Arne Slot
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True Muslims should be agent of peace, reconciliation – Sultan
The President, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA and Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Sa'ad Abubakar has disclosed that a true Muslim, rather disrupt peace would be a peace builder as result of the teachings of Islam. The post True Muslims should be agent of peace, reconciliation – Sultan appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nasarawa LP chair seeks unity ahead of 2027 elections
Nasarawa Labour Party Chairman Alexander Ombugu calls for unity to resolve internal disputes and strengthen the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-lp-chair-seeks-unity-ahead-of-2027-elections/
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Traffic gridlock in Abuja as thousands attend NDC convention
Thousands of supporters cause a massive Abuja traffic gridlock as the NDC holds its national convention, bringing vehicular movement to a standstill. Read More: https://punchng.com/traffic-gridlock-in-abuja-as-thousands-attend-ndc-convention/
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Bayelsa Central Senate Seat: Richard Akinaka Submits PDP Nomination Form
May 09, (THEWILL) — A 43-year-old entrepreneur, Richard Akinaka, has formally declared his ambition to contest the Bayelsa Central Senatorial District seat under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), positioning himself as a candidate to address what he described as a persistent leadership deficit affecting grassroots communities. He submitted the documents to the […] The post Bayelsa Central Senate Seat: Richard Akinaka Submits PDP Nomination Form appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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NDC Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket To South, Clears Path For Obi
May 09, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria for a single four-year term, a major decision that clears the way for former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and other southern aspirants to contest for the party’s presidential ticket. The resolution was adopted at the […] The post NDC Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket To South, Clears Path For Obi appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Wike’s ally Chinda passes APC screening, to battle Fubara in guber primary
Kingsley Chinda, a loyalist of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike, has been successfully screened and cleared by the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead its gubernatorial primary election in Rivers State. DAILY POST reports that Chinda, the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, recently joined the Rivers State gubernatorial race. Chinda, the […] Wike’s ally Chinda passes APC screening, to battle Fubara in guber primary
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Musk rants at French prosecutors probing his X platform
Elon Musk has launched a tirade against French judicial authorities currently investigating possible abuses on his X social network. The post Musk rants at French prosecutors probing his X platform appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Benue: APC chieftain, Ex-FHA Executive Director Terwase Byuan defects to Labour Party
A former governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Benue State, Dr. Terwase Matthias Byuan, has defected to the Labour Party, LP. Byuan, who until recently served as Executive Director, Finance at the Federal Housing Authority, FHA, under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, formally resigned from the APC and joined the Labour […] Benue: APC chieftain, Ex-FHA Executive Director Terwase Byuan defects to Labour Party
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U-20 WWCQ: Falconets seal Poland 2026 ticket despite Malawi loss
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Nigeria’s Falconets sealed qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to Malawi in the second leg of their final qualifying round clash in Lilongwe on Saturday. Moses Aduku’s side progressed 3-2 on aggregate after winning the first leg in Nigeria. The hosts made a [...]
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MCE Condemns INEC’s Role In SDP Leadership Takeover
The Movement for Credible Elections has expressed concern over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s handling of the leadership dispute within the Social Democratic Party, accusing the commission of imposing a new chairman without a clear court directive. The Media Coordinator of MCE, Comrade James Ezema, said in a statement on Saturday that the group was […]
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Oyo govt issues flood, heatwave warning to residents
The Oyo State Government has issued a public advisory to residents, urging residents to observe precautionary measures as the 2026 rainy season starts in earnest. The post Oyo govt issues flood, heatwave warning to residents appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EPL: Chelsea coach, Calum McFarlane names two players who caused Liverpool problems
Chelsea interim head coach, Calum McFarlane, has named Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto as the two players who caused Liverpool problems during both sides’ Premier League tie on Saturday. McFarlane watched as the Blues drew 1-1 with Arne Slot’s side at Anfield. Ryan Gravenberch and Enzo Fernandez scored the goals of the encounter as Chelsea and […] EPL: Chelsea coach, Calum McFarlane names two players who caused Liverpool problems
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Women’s Super League: Arsenal Beat Villa To Seal Champions League Spot
Arsenal rounded off a difficult week by comfortably beating Aston Villa to seal a place in the 2026-27 Women’s Champions League. The Gunners were knocked out of this year’s competition by Lyon in last Saturday’s semi-final second leg and had their Women’s Super League title aspirations ended by a draw at Brighton on Wednesday. That […]
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Gunmen invade TCN Kwara power substation, hold workers hostage
Gunmen attacked the TCN Kwara power substation in Offa, holding staff hostage and forcing a shutdown. TCN has declared force majeure after the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-invade-tcn-kwara-power-substation-hold-workers-hostage/
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NDC Zones 2027 Presidency For South, 2031 For North
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to the South, while allocating the party’s 2031 presidential slot to the North. The decision was reached on Saturday during the party’s national convention following the adoption of a resolution moved by Afam Victor and seconded by Seyi Sowumi. The […]
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EFCC Declares Ex-Minister Sadiya Farouq Wanted
She was the minister of humanitarian affairs, disaster management and social development under the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari from 2019 to 2023. The post EFCC Declares Ex-Minister Sadiya Farouq Wanted appeared first on Channels Television.
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Federal Govt Seeks Private Sector Partnership To Unlock Investment In Housing
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for housing investment, as part of efforts to accelerate affordable housing delivery and deepen private sector participation in the sector. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, stated this ahead of the second edition of the Renewed Hope Housing PPP Summit […]
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Christian Lady Who Chose to Wear Hijab at Law School in Abuja Shares Experience, Sparks Reactions
A Christian lady shared what she noticed after she chose to start wearing hijab as a student at Law School in Abuja campus. Her experience caught people’s attention.
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