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Defence minister nominee Musa’s screening set for Wednesday — Senate Leader
The Nigerian Senate will screen the new defence minister nominee, General Christopher Musa, on Wednesday to address the nation’s security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/defence-minister-nominee-musas-screening-set-for-wednesday-senate-leader/
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Police protection for some officials to continue — FPRO
The Nigeria Police Force clarifies that while VIP police are being withdrawn, police protection for statutorily entitled officials will continue for now. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-protection-for-some-officials-to-continue-fpro/
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EPL: Chukwueze, Iwobi net in Fulham nine-goal thriller versus Man City
Craven Cottage witnessed one of the most dramatic matches of the Premier League season as Manchester City survived a furious Fulham comeback to win 5–4 in a breathtaking, end-to-end encounter on Tuesday night. City appeared in control early, with Erling Haaland opening the scoring in the 17th minute before Tijjani Reijnders doubled the lead at Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-chukwueze-iwobi-net-in-fulham-nine-goal-thriller-versus-man-city/
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MFM urges stakeholders to prioritise quality education for Nigerian children
The MFM church calls on stakeholders to prioritise quality education for Nigerian children at a student leadership summit held in Akure, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/mfm-urges-stakeholders-to-prioritise-quality-education-for-nigerian-children/
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Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Government Of Failing To Stop Killings
The lawmakers spoke weeks after Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over what he called the mass slaughter of Christians, a claim the Federal Government has denied. The post Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Government Of Failing To Stop Killings appeared first on Channels Television.
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TYLPI Pres., Dr. Ahmadu Is A Committed Philantropist, Lover Of Humanity – Atmos CEO
The Chief Executive Officer of Atmos Integrated Services, Dr. Ajibola Ahmadu has described the President of Yoruba Leadership and Peace Initiative (TYLPI), Dr. Olusegun Ahmadu as a committed philantropist and… The post TYLPI Pres., Dr. Ahmadu Is A Committed Philantropist, Lover Of Humanity – Atmos CEO appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Edo Govt countered PDP over allegations of provocative, destructive politics against ex-Governor Obaseki
The Edo State Government has rejected allegations by the state chapter of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, accusing it of engaging in provocative and destructive politics against former Governor Godwin Obaseki. DAILY POST reports that the PDP had also accused the state government of dismantling Obaseki’s legacy projects, describing the actions as political vendetta disguised […] Edo Govt countered PDP over allegations of provocative, destructive politics against ex-Governor Obaseki
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Serena Williams denies returning to tennis despite registering for drug tests
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has not competed since a third-round loss at the 2022 US Open left her one short of the all-time record of 24 Grand Slam singles titles, held by Margaret Court in the women's game and Novak Djokovic in men's tennis. The post Serena Williams denies returning to tennis despite registering for drug tests appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Abure’s LP faction proceeds with nationwide congresses
The Julius Abure-led Labour Party faction proceeds with its nationwide ward congresses, citing impressive turnout despite a court injunction from another f Read More: https://punchng.com/abures-lp-faction-proceeds-with-nationwide-congresses/
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Police debunks report alleging mass kidnapping at Ngor-Okpala axis in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has debunked reports alleging the mass kidnapping of passengers travelling from Owerri to Aba along the Ngor-Okpala axis, describing the claims as false and urging members of the public to disregard them. The command, through its spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, said in a press statement made available to journalists that […] Police debunks report alleging mass kidnapping at Ngor-Okpala axis in Imo
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Haaland becomes fastest ever player to reach 100 Premier League goals
Erling Haaland makes history as the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals, achieving the milestone in just 111 appearances for Manchester City. Read More: https://punchng.com/haaland-becomes-fastest-ever-player-to-reach-100-premier-league-goals/
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Akwa Ibom faults IPI blacklist, denies repressing press freedom
The Akwa Ibom State Government refutes its inclusion in the IPI Nigeria’s blacklist, denying all allegations of media repression and threats to press freed Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-faults-ipi-blacklist-denies-repressing-press-freedom/
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VIDEO: PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates To Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu, Others
The Kabiru Turaki-led national working committee (NWC) of the PDP NWC is committed to discipline to revive the opposition party. The post VIDEO: PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates To Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu, Others appeared first on Channels Television.
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Video: See the tree this man planted when he was a student shares what he saw there in 2025
A Nigerian man said he decided to pay a visit to the secondary school he attended. The man said he saw the tree he planted when he was a student.
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Insecurity: Northern group slams calls for Matawalle’s resignation
Matawalle has overseen key defence upgrades — from modernising military hardware to strengthening coordination among the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, and
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Presco Plc Secures $100m FDI To Accelerate Expansion In Edo State
December 02, (THEWILL) — Presco Plc has announced the successful attraction of a $100 million Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) aimed at accelerating the company’s expansion plans and strengthening Nigeria’s agro-industrial value chain. The investment described as a significant vote of confidence in Edo State’s economic potential will support Presco’s ongoing projects in oil palm cultivation, […] The post Presco Plc Secures $100m FDI To Accelerate Expansion In Edo State appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Gov Adeleke yet to inform PDP of his resignation – Turaki
"We have seen in the media a letter purported to be from him resigning his membership of our party, but I tell you that up to this moment, we have not officially received any such indication from him that he has left this party." The post Gov Adeleke yet to inform PDP of his resignation – Turaki appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Deploy more social scientists in national planning, SSAN urges FG
The SSAN President also faulted the recent reversal of the National Language Policy, which mandated the use of mother tongues...
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Haaland becomes quickest player to reach 100 Premier League goals
The 25-year-old broke the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer, who took 124 matches to reach 100 goals. The post Haaland becomes quickest player to reach 100 Premier League goals appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Trump hints economic adviser Hassett may be Fed chair pick
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hinted that he wants to nominate his chief economic adviser Kevin Hassett to replace outgoing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell next year. Hassett, a PhD economist, is currently chair of the National Economic Council, a White House body which advises the president and his cabinet on policymaking.
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Reps Panel Orders CBN, TCN, SEPLAT To Submit Full Power Sector Records By Dec 9
ABUJA – The House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee investigating Nigeria’s power sector reforms and expenditures from 2007 to 2024 has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Transmission… The post Reps Panel Orders CBN, TCN, SEPLAT To Submit Full Power Sector Records By Dec 9 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Lady fasts 7 days for God to change her genotype, discovers her man already moved on
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady shared her painful experience in the hands of her former boyfriend.
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US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Backs Trump’s Moves
The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]
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Equities Market Rebounds As Market Capitalisation Gains Over N1.28 Trillion
December 02, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian equities market closed on a mixed note today as the All-Share Index (ASI) dipped despite an improvement in overall market capitalisation. Market Capitalisation opened at N91.089, and closed higher at N92.376, reflecting renewed interest in high-cap stocks. However, the ASI declined from 144,928.36 to 143,210.33, indicating price corrections across […] The post Equities Market Rebounds As Market Capitalisation Gains Over N1.28 Trillion appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Adeleke yet to inform PDP of his resignation, says Turaki
PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki states the party has not received official notice of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s PDP resignation, despite media reports. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-yet-to-inform-pdp-of-his-resignation-says-turaki/
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Taye Arimoro sues Guilds for N1 billion over ‘unlawful’ suspension!
The sanctions were imposed following an alleged on-set dispute involving Arimoro and actress Peggy Ovire during the production of the movie “Pieces of Love.”
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Fire disrupts traffic on Third Mainland Bridge
A fire on the Third Mainland Bridge near Adekunle has caused major traffic disruptions. Emergency services are on the scene managing the situation. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-disrupts-traffic-on-third-mainland-bridge/
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Warning bells for Lagos: NIEE reveals environmental risks
The Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers, under the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has raised the alarm over Lagos’ escalating environmental challenges.
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Court Jails NAHCO Cargo Manager For 3 Years Over Drug Trafficking
Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced a cargo manager at Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO), Adakole Ogwuche, to three years in prison for theft and trafficking 25 kilograms of Ephedrine Hydrochloride, a controlled substance similar to cocaine and heroin. Justice Kakaki handed down the verdict while […]
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Edo Assembly summons Osawaru over explosive Airport clash with husband 2Baba
Speaker Agbebaku, clearly displeased, said the Assembly would no longer tolerate conduct that undermines its reputation.
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Kogi govt launches out maternal, child health week
"This initiative underscores the government's commitment to building a healthier and more prosperous state...
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Details of Tinubu’s meeting with service chiefs emerge
President Bola Tinubu has called for greater efficiency in strategies and results in the ongoing fight against insecurity in parts of Nigeria. The President made the demand when he met with heads of intelligence agencies and service chiefs at the State House on Tuesday in Abuja. DAILY POST reported earlier that the President held a […] Details of Tinubu’s meeting with service chiefs emerge
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Bauchi Records 189 Homicide, Rape, Kidnapping Cases 1 Year
The Bauchi State Ministry of Justice has said that it recorded nothing less than 75 homicide cases, 28 kidnapping cases and 86 cases of rape in the 2024-2025 legal year. Commissioner of the Ministry, who is also the State’s Attorney General, Hassan Usman, SAN, said this in Bauchi on Tuesday during the commencement of the […]
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Lead Poison: Commissioner commends PREMIUM TIMES’ investigation as Ogun, Lagos launch joint probe into pollution threat
The commissioner said the ministry welcomed the media’s role in bringing long-standing community complaints to national attention. The post Lead Poison: Commissioner commends PREMIUM TIMES’ investigation as Ogun, Lagos launch joint probe into pollution threat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu orders service chiefs to intensify crackdown on insecurity
Oluyede assured Nigerians that security agencies were improving coordination to ensure peaceful yuletide celebrations across the country.
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‘Beware Of 2015 Anti-Jonathan-like Plot’, Ohanaeze Warns Tinubu
Apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu to be alert to what it described as “2015-style political tactics,” warning that opposition elements were allegedly deploying familiar strategies aimed at weakening his administration. In a statement signed by its Deputy President General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and National Spokesman, Chief Chinenyeze Ohia, the […]
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