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Osimhen’s on Barcelona wishlist
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has emerged as a possible transfer target for Barcelona as the Catalan giants begin planning for life after Robert Lewandowski, Afrik-Foot reports. The free-scoring Super Eagles The post Osimhen’s on Barcelona wishlist appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Onyeka doubtful for Coventry City against Bristol   
Coventry City head coach, Frank Lampard has provided a fitness update on Frank Onyeka ahead of his side’s trip to Bristol City on Saturday. Onyeka picked up a knock in The post Onyeka doubtful for Coventry City against Bristol    appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Iwobi shortlisted for Fulham’s Goal of the Month
Alex Iwobi is in the running for Fulham’s Goal of the Month for February, DAILY POST reports. Iwobi will battle six other players, Raúl Jiménez, Kevin, Jonah Kusi-Asare, Harrison Reed, The post Iwobi shortlisted for Fulham’s Goal of the Month appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Uche set for Getafe return
Christantus Uche will return to Getafe this summer after the completion of his loan stint with Crystal Palace. Uche, who moved to the Selhurst Park on loan last summer, has The post Uche set for Getafe return appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Oloko relishes training with idol Nnadozie
Abia Angels goalkeeper Fatima Oloko describes her first Super Falcons call-up as a dream come true, relishing the chance to train with her idol, Chiamaka N Read More: https://punchng.com/oloko-relishes-training-with-idol-nnadozie/
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No light to watch World Cup, fans mock national grid collapse
Nigerian football fans use humor to decry the national grid collapse, joking they won’t have electricity to watch the 2026 World Cup matches. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-light-to-watch-world-cup-fans-mock-national-grid-collapse/
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SINKING SPURS: Tudor hopeful despite Tottenham being on brink of  relegation
Tottenham Hotspur striker Dominic Solanke said the team no longer have any excuses after their Premier League survival hopes took another blow with a 3-1 loss to Crystal Palace on The post SINKING SPURS: Tudor hopeful despite Tottenham being on brink of  relegation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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COPA DRESS REHERSAL: Lookman’s Atletico host Sociedad in La Liga showdown
Ademola Lookman’s Atletico lost 3-0 to Barcelona in the second leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final on Tuesday evening, but they still managed to advance to the final of The post COPA DRESS REHERSAL: Lookman’s Atletico host Sociedad in La Liga showdown appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ethiopia’s Wachiso  races to 400m glory as MTN CHAMPS Calabar heats up
On the second day of action at the MTN CHAMPS Athletics Classics in Calabar, the focus shifted firmly to the finals of several events across the Cadet, Youth, Junior, and The post Ethiopia’s Wachiso  races to 400m glory as MTN CHAMPS Calabar heats up appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Gateway FC tackles Beyond Limits in NNL showdown
The Nigeria National League star match of the week between  Gateway FC and arch-rivals Beyond Limits is gaining momentum as the highly-anticipated local derby at the MKO Abiola Arena this The post Gateway FC tackles Beyond Limits in NNL showdown appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Why we honoured Funke Akindele, by NFVCB boss
The Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Film and Video Censors Board, Dr Shaibu Husseini, has explained why the board recently honoured brilliant Nollywood actress, director, and producer, Funke The post Why we honoured Funke Akindele, by NFVCB boss appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Segun Ogungbe: My wife and babymama are not friends
Popular film producer and actor Segun Ogungbe, has cleared the air regarding the rumour surrounding his marital life. Ogungbe, who was a guest on a recent programme, corrected the notion The post Segun Ogungbe: My wife and babymama are not friends appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Guardian Woman Festival unveils 31-day shows
In celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day, the Guardian Woman Festival has partnered with the Federal Palace Hotel to host a month-long programme for women. Themed ‘Reciprocity – Give The post Guardian Woman Festival unveils 31-day shows appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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I faced rejections for years, says Amanda Oruh
Screen actress, Amanda Oruh has revealed how she faced rejections and unable to secure acting roles for many years. Oruh, who stars as Pinky in the blockbuster, ‘Lady,’ said she The post I faced rejections for years, says Amanda Oruh appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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MultiChoice announces plans to terminate Showmax
Multichoice Africa has announced plans to terminate Showmax services in the near future. According to information gathered by The Nation, the Showmax Board has made the decision to discontinue the The post MultiChoice announces plans to terminate Showmax appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Arenyeka’s emergence as Delta APC chairman ‘ll strengthen party ahead 2027 — Agbeyi
The Chairman of the Community Management Committee of Ifie-Kporo Community in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, Dr. Monday Agbeyi, has congratulated Chief Solomon Arenyeka on his emergence The post Arenyeka’s emergence as Delta APC chairman ‘ll strengthen party ahead 2027 — Agbeyi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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IWD: ‘No More Shrinking’ set to take centre stage
A stage adaptation of Dr Abiola Salami’s bestselling book ‘No More Shrinking’ is set to be performed in Lagos. Entitled, ‘No More Shrinking – The Stage Experience’, the production is The post IWD: ‘No More Shrinking’ set to take centre stage appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2027: ‘Why ADC won’t make much impact’
The 2027 general elections are almost around and political parties have started putting their houses in order. In this interview with Southeast Bureau Chief, NWANOSIKE ONU, one of the leaders The post 2027: ‘Why ADC won’t make much impact’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Osun 2026: Between the dance and the decadence
As the August 15, 2026, Osun governorship election approaches, the reality on the ground – not the rhetoric – will decide our fate as a state and people. To begin The post Osun 2026: Between the dance and the decadence appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ekiti 2026: Ex-PDP Rep candidate, 12,000 supporters defect to APC
A Former House of Representatives candidate of the People’s Democratic Party in Ekiti State, Henrich Akomolafe, has defected to the All Progressives Congress, along with 12,000 supporters, ahead of the The post Ekiti 2026: Ex-PDP Rep candidate, 12,000 supporters defect to APC appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Adeyemo sworn-in as Oyo APC chair
Former deputy governor, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, has formally assumed office as the Chairman of the Oyo state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the inauguration of a The post Adeyemo sworn-in as Oyo APC chair appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FG appoints former Osun Speaker as new OAU pro-chancellor
A Former Speaker of the Osun House of Assembly, Hon. Adejare Bello, has been appointed by the Federal Government as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the The post FG appoints former Osun Speaker as new OAU pro-chancellor appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2027 poll: Lagos APC will make Tinubu proud, says Ojelabi
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State will make President Bola Ahmed Tinubu proud during the January 16, 2027, poll through their overwhelming votes, its chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, The post 2027 poll: Lagos APC will make Tinubu proud, says Ojelabi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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 Oriwu College wins Ardova’s maiden debate competition
Oriwu Senior Model College, Ikorodu, has emerged winner of the maiden International Women’s Day debate competition organised by Ardova Plc (AP). The debate, according to the energy company, was aimed The post  Oriwu College wins Ardova’s maiden debate competition appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Lagos indigenes hail Tinubu for appointing Disu as IGP
A group of Lagos indigenes under the aegis of Prominent Citizens have applauded the appointment of  Mr Olatunji Disu as Nigeria’s new Inspector- General of Police. According to a statement The post Lagos indigenes hail Tinubu for appointing Disu as IGP appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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132KVA electricity, gas projects: Lagos holds second stakeholders’ meeting, reassures  compensation
Lagos State government has reassured that residents and businesses along the Bonny Camp to Eleko, whose properties are within the Right-of- Way for the 132KVA electricity transmission and gas pipeline The post 132KVA electricity, gas projects: Lagos holds second stakeholders’ meeting, reassures  compensation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Obasa rallies state support for First Lady’s development programmes
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has called on state governments across the country to support the developmental programmes championed by First Lady The post Obasa rallies state support for First Lady’s development programmes appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Kwara boy, 15, kills guardian after failed poisoning attempt
Police arrest a 15-year-old Kwara teen killer for murdering his guardian. The suspect allegedly attacked her with household items due to resentment. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-boy-15-kills-guardian-after-failed-poisoning-attempt/
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I was Barca fan until I suffered heartbreak – Mayor Frosh
Read our exclusive interview with Mayor Frosh. He discusses his start in content creation, why he stopped supporting Barcelona, and his hopes for Nollywood Read More: https://punchng.com/i-was-barca-fan-until-i-suffered-heartbreak-mayor-frosh/
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Why I couldn’t survive in Nollywood – Ceec, 2018 BBNaija Housemate
Cynthia Nwadiora, aka Ceec, was once on everyone's lips after her stint on Big Brother Naija 2018. The reality TV show catapulted her to fame, and she briefly explored an acting career, making her Nollywood debut in the TV series 'Fake Liars' alongside seasoned actors like Nkem Owoh and Caroline Danjuma. The post Why I couldn’t survive in Nollywood – Ceec, 2018 BBNaija Housemate appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Court asks PDP to resolve differences, validates Ekiti candidate
A court has advised warring PDP factions to resolve their differences and has validated Dr. Oluwole Oluyede as the party’s Ekiti governorship candidate. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-asks-pdp-to-resolve-differences-validates-ekiti-candidate/
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APC’s 30 govs can’t intimidate me from presidential poll – Obi
Peter Obi affirms his decision to contest the 2027 presidential poll, stating he is not intimidated by APC’s 30 governors and is determined to fix Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/apcs-30-govs-cant-intimidate-me-from-presidential-poll-obi/
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Minister hails resolution of OPL 245 dispute
Nigeria resolves the long-standing OPL 245 dispute with Eni, a move hailed as a major boost for investor confidence in the country’s oil and gas sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-hails-resolution-of-opl-245-dispute/
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Petrol price to hit N1,050
Dangote Refinery increases its gantry price to N995/litre, a sharp N221 rise. This petrol price hike could push pump prices above N1,050 nationwide. Read More: https://punchng.com/petrol-price-to-hit-n1050/
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Giving Back Where It Matters: TMDK distributes 17,000 bags of food relief across Zamfara for Ramadan
TMDK Group, through its coordinated community outreach initiative, distributed 7,000 bags of rice and 10,000 bags of maize flour to residents within the Talata Mafara LGA in Zamfara State. The post Giving Back Where It Matters: TMDK distributes 17,000 bags of food relief across Zamfara for Ramadan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigeria isn’t a backdrop, it’s part of how I see the world – Geoff Browne
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