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NAF airstrikes destroy terrorist base in North-East
The Nigerian Air Force conducts precision airstrikes under Operation HADIN KAI, destroying terrorist strongholds and neutralizing fighters in the North-Eas Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-airstrikes-destroy-terrorist-base-in-north-east/
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Two Nigerians arrested in India over drug trafficking
Two Nigerians have been arrested by police in India over alleged involvement in drug trafficking. According to The Times of India on Friday, the suspects were apprehended in South Delhi’s Maidan Garhi following a targeted police operation. Police authorities said the arrests were made after “specific intelligence” was received on April 27, indicating that two Read More: https://punchng.com/two-nigerians-arrested-in-india-over-drug-trafficking/
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US appeal court halts mail delivery of abortion pill
A US appeals court on Friday temporarily halted mail delivery of mifepristone, the medication used in the majority of abortions in the United States, although a company distributing the drug said it would appeal the ruling in the Supreme Court. A three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals delivered the order in a Read More: https://punchng.com/us-appeal-court-halts-mail-delivery-of-abortion-pill/
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Labour Urges Govt To End Insecurity, Clear Workers’ Salary Arrears
The Organised Labour in Cross River State has called on state and federal governments to take urgent steps to address insecurity, unpaid entitlements and stalled promotions. The call came during the 2026 Workers Day celebration held on Friday at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar, where Governor Bassey Otu also outlined his administration’s ongoing interventions […]
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Air Peace Clarifies Gatwick–Lagos Flight Disruption
The airline said a circulating social media video alleging that passengers were left stranded without communication or care “does not accurately reflect the full circumstances surrounding the disruption.” The post Air Peace Clarifies Gatwick–Lagos Flight Disruption appeared first on Channels Television.
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Group Decries Imbalance In Edo South Representation
A group, the Fair Representation Initiative for Edo South (FRIES), has released its first assessment update on the 2027 Edo South Senatorial race, highlighting concerns over long-standing marginalisation of some local government areas while identifying key performance indicators shaping the contest. In its report on Friday, the group drew attention to what it described as […]
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I’m still on honeymoon after 59 years — Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Adejare Adeboye, has attributed the longevity and strength of his marriage to discipline, forgiveness, and constant communication, revealing that he and his wife have remained on honeymoon decades after tying the knot. The post I’m still on honeymoon after 59 years — Adeboye appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fubara Lauds Promotion Of Industrial Harmony In Rivers
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has lauded the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and all affiliate unions in the state for choosing dialogue rather than confrontation in resolving labour disputes, saying that the mature approach to unionism has promoted industrial harmony in Rivers State. Fubara disclosed this in a goodwill message […]
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Seyi Bakare: Ogun East – Between Gbenga Daniel, Dapo Abiodun
This week, political watchers paid keen attention as the senator representing Ogun East in the National Assembly, Chief Gbenga Daniel, purchased nomination forms at the national headquarters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja. Said the senator: “Today, I picked up my nomination and expression of interest forms as I seek to return to […] Seyi Bakare: Ogun East – Between Gbenga Daniel, Dapo Abiodun
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Prof Ekong Named UNIUYO Vice Chancellor
After months of tussle, the Governing Council of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), has named Prof Christopher Nyong Ekong as the new vice-chancellor (VC) for the institution. The management of the school said he was picked after “a rigorous and transparent selection process.” Prof Ekong is taking over from the acting VC, Prof Samuel Adewumi, […]
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Cult Violence Almost Eradicated In Edo – Okpebholo
Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, yesterday said his administration had created over 10,000 jobs and drastically curbed cult-related killings, which he said have dropped from over 300 annually to almost zero. The governor made the assertions in Benin City while addressing workers across the state during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration. “We have created jobs […]
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All APC Aspirants Will Face Primaries In Ekiti, Says Senate Leader
Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has said he and other aspirants contesting various positions in the All Progressives Congress (APC) will go through primaries despite being adopted as Ekiti Central Senatorial consensus candidate for the 2027 National Assembly election. The federal lawmaker who is representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly also admonished […]
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Osun Workers Demand Abolition Of Casualisation Of Workers
Workers in Osun State have demanded the abolition of casualisation of workers by employers of labour and called for safer workplaces. While also urging employers to invest in training so that workers can compete globally, they advocated respect for labour unions to facilitate robust dialogue when necessary and prevent strikes. Speaking at the gathering of […]
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Gatwick Passengers Were Not Abandoned, Hotel Accommodation Provided After Bird Strike – Air Peace
May 01, (THEWILL) — ‎ Nigeria’s leading carrier, Air Peace, has insisted that passengers affected by the disruption of its London Gatwick–Lagos flight on May 1, 2026, were not abandoned, stating that hotel accommodation and welfare support were promptly provided following a bird strike incident that forced the cancellation of the service. The airline also […] The post Gatwick Passengers Were Not Abandoned, Hotel Accommodation Provided After Bird Strike – Air Peace appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Officers’ Wives, Navy Partner To Strength Maritime Security
The Naval Officers’ Wives Association (NOWA) is collaborating with the Nigerian Navy to support ongoing maritime security operations as both sides emphasised the importance of family welfare in sustaining operational effectiveness. This formed the focus of a courtesy visit by the NOWA president, Hajia Aisha Idi Abbas, to the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Western Naval […]
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How can Peter Obi unify, lead Nigeria – Bashir Ahmad questions alleged move to NDC
Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, has criticised Peter Obi over alleged plans to dump the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the National Democratic Coalition (NDC). Speculations about Obi’s possible defection have intensified following the recent Supreme Court judgment that ended the prolonged leadership crisis within the ADC. Although no official confirmation has been issued by […] How can Peter Obi unify, lead Nigeria – Bashir Ahmad questions alleged move to NDC
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‘N50 million for you,’ E-Money tells Carter Efe after Portable defeat
Efe defeated Portable early Saturday in a game which had all three judges rule 27–30 in favour of Efe. The post ‘N50 million for you,’ E-Money tells Carter Efe after Portable defeat appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Eterna Plc Reports Strong Q1 Performance, Sustains Growth Momentum
Profit after tax for the period was ₦1.38 billion, while earnings per share closed at ₦1.06. The post Eterna Plc Reports Strong Q1 Performance, Sustains Growth Momentum appeared first on Channels Television.
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Army disciplines soldier over viral post alleging poor feeding
The Nigerian Army has taken disciplinary action against a personnel attached to Operation Hadin Kai after he circulated what authorities described as a misleading social media post concerning the feeding of troops in the North-East theatre of operations. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Media Information Officer of the Joint […] Army disciplines soldier over viral post alleging poor feeding
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Sanwo-Olu Approves N50,000 Salary Support For Lagos Workers
Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday approved an additional N50,000 support for workers for the month of May as part of efforts to cushion the prevailing economic hardship, particularly the impact of rising fuel prices across the country. The governor made the announcement at the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration themed “Insecurity, Poverty: Bane of […]
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Senior Bolivian magistrate dies after gun attack in taxi
A senior Bolivian judge was fatally shot by hitmen while riding in a taxi in the eastern city of Santa Cruz, police said on Friday. The shooting of Victor Hugo Claure, the most senior judge on Bolivia’s highest agro-environmental court, took place Thursday night, and is under investigation. “Yesterday a regrettable incident occurred: the murder Read More: https://punchng.com/senior-bolivian-magistrate-dies-after-gun-attack-in-taxi/
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Woman cautions ladies against marrying pastors, gives reason in video
A Nigerian woman who is married to a man of God has taken to social media to warn women against marrying pastors and gave one reason in the viral video.
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Terrorists kill 3 police officers in Kwara community
This came 11 days after three soldiers were killed at Kemanji community following more than two hours of gunfight. The post Terrorists kill 3 police officers in Kwara community appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BREAKING: Bandits attack police camp in Kwara, kill officers
Unidentified gunmen, suspected to be bandits, on Saturday morning attacked a Police Mobile Force camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing no fewer than three officers and leaving two others injured. ‎The attack was said to have happened in the early hours of Saturday morning, throwing the community into panic […] BREAKING: Bandits attack police camp in Kwara, kill officers
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Operators Blame Poor Telecom Services On Theft, Vandalism
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has attributed the current poor quality of telecom services across the country to vandalism, fibre optic cable cuts and diesel theft. Chairman of the association, Engr Gbenga Adebayo, explained that the numerous complaints about dropped calls, weak signals and service disruptions are mainly due to sabotage […]
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Workers Are True Drivers Of Lagos’ Economic Success – Obasa
Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Hon (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa, has congratulated workers in Lagos State and across Nigeria on the occasion of 2026 Workers’ Day, saying workers are the true drivers of the state’s economic success. In a message by his chief press secretary, Mr Dave Agboola, he commended the resilience, dedication […]
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Californians Fume Over Soaring Petrol Prices
This week, pump prices in the United States climbed to their highest level since early 2022, when Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine triggered a global surge in the cost of oil. The post Californians Fume Over Soaring Petrol Prices appeared first on Channels Television.
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Ododo Reaffirms Commitment To Workers’ Welfare
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare, sustainable reforms, and a productive civil service, as organised labour commended the government’s achievements while presenting a list of pressing demands. Speaking during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration, the governor described workers as the backbone of the state’s development, assuring […]
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Labour Party Seeks Better Welfare For Workers
The Labour Party has urged authorities to intensify efforts to improve the welfare of Nigerian workers as the nation marks International Workers’ Day. National publicity secretary Ken Eluma Asogwa, in a May Day message on Friday in Abuja, said the day holds “deep emotional and historical significance” for the party. He noted that since its […]
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Delta killing: Police PRO gives update on whereabouts of the remains of Mene Ogidi following viral allegation
Delta Police PRO, SP Bright Edafe, clarified the whereabouts of Mene Ogidi's remains after an X influencer raised concerns that sparked outrage online
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APC chieftain predicts landslide victory for Tinubu in Kano
An APC chieftain expresses confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure a landslide victory in Kano in the 2027 election due to a unified party. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-chieftain-predicts-landslide-victory-for-tinubu-in-kano/
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We won’t remove Oluremi Tinubu as ordained Pastor due to political pressure — Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has declared that Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will remain an ordained pastor in the church despite calls for her removal. Speaking during the church’s monthly Holy Ghost Service, Adeboye said Oluremi Tinubu was ordained as an Assistant Pastor […] We won’t remove Oluremi Tinubu as ordained Pastor due to political pressure — Adeboye
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Portable suffers first celebrity Boxing defeat in Lagos showdown against Carter Efe
The result brings a halt to Portable’s run as the face of Nigeria’s growing celebrity boxing scene The post Portable suffers first celebrity Boxing defeat in Lagos showdown against Carter Efe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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David Mark’s Lawyer Hails INEC On Restoration Of ADC Leadership
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria(SAN) and counsel to former senate president, David Mark, Jibrin Okutepa, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for swiftly restoring the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on its official portal following the Supreme Court judgment. Okutepa, who led Mark’s legal team in the leadership dispute, praised INEC […]
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Kwankwaso, Obi to join NDC — Kwankwasiyya
Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso is set to defect from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) next week, according to the Kwankwasiyya movement. Habibu Mohammed, spokesperson for the movement, told TheCable on Friday night that the decision followed a unanimous endorsement by key stakeholders. Mohammed said talks with the […] Kwankwaso, Obi to join NDC — Kwankwasiyya
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Ex-APC governorship candidate Aisha Binani joins NDC
The 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, Aishatu Dahiru, has officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The post Ex-APC governorship candidate Aisha Binani joins NDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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