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Oluremi Tinubu condemns assault of women at Delta festival, demands justice
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu condemns the horrific Delta festival assault on women in Ozoro, demanding justice and urging authorities to prosecute perpetrator Read More: https://punchng.com/oluremi-tinubu-condemns-assault-of-women-at-delta-festival-demands-justice/
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La Liga: Araujo’s header gives leaders Barca 1-0 win over Rayo
Ronald Araujo’s decisive header secures a crucial Barcelona 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano, extending their lead at the top of La Liga. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-araujos-header-gives-leaders-barca-1-0-win-over-rayo/
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Iran threatens to completely close Hormuz if US targets power plants
Iran’s military threatens to completely shut down the strategic Strait of Hormuz if the US acts on threats to target the country’s power plants. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-threatens-to-completely-close-hormuz-if-us-targets-power-plants/
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2027: CSOs warn against ‘Joke Candidates,’ demand credible aspirants
Accredited Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), under the umbrella of the Civil Society Organisations on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), have warned against the emergence of unserious candidates in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The post 2027: CSOs warn against ‘Joke Candidates,’ demand credible aspirants appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Radda Takes EU Envoys On Historic Tour Of 2,005-Year-Old Kusugu Well
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, on Saturday took seventeen European Union envoys on a visit to the ancient Kusugu Well in Daura as part of activities marking the…
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2027: Seyi Makinde holds closed-door meeting with Kwankwaso
Makinde was accompanied by Senator Seriake Dickson, who recently left the PDP to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
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Radda, 17 EU Diplomats Witness Daura’s Colourful Hawan Magajiya
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, joined by seventeen European Union diplomats witness the spectacular Hawan Magajiya celebration in Daura as part of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr festivities. Royal horsemen…
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Ghana lauds Nigerian government, DSS for rescuing 44 nationals
The Government of the Republic of Ghana has praised the Nigerian authorities, particularly the Department of State Services (DSS), for rescuing 44 of her nationals from a "criminal network" that specializes in luring unsuspecting foreigners with false promises of job opportunities. The post Ghana lauds Nigerian government, DSS for rescuing 44 nationals appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PHOTOS: Shettima arrives Lagos to brief Tinubu on Maiduguri situation
Vice President Shettima has arrived in Lagos to brief President Tinubu on his on-the-spot assessment of the security situation following the Maiduguri bomb Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-shettima-arrives-lagos-to-brief-tinubu-on-maiduguri-situation/
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“I Was Set Up” – Baba Ijesha Breaks Silence on Prison Ordeal
Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka has broken his silence on the rape allegations brought against him by his colleague, Princess, insisting that he never engaged in any inappropriate conduct. In a recent interview with Biola Bayo, the actor claimed that Princess “knows she has betrayed everyone she has ever been friends with” and insisted that he [...]
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Man arrested for raping, killing woman in Ondo
Ondo State Police have arrested a 21-year-old man for allegedly raping and killing a woman. The suspect was tracked using the victim’s missing phone. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-arrested-for-raping-killing-woman-in-ondo/
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Imo Monarch Sues For Peace As Community Suspends Youth Election
March 22, (THEWILL) — The Traditional Ruler of Umuduruegwelle autonomous community in Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, His Royal Majesty, Eze Dan Chima Emereonye, and Hon. Eddy Onyeocha, the Councillor representing Umueze 2/Umueleke Ward and the Deputy Legislative leader in Ehime Mbano Council, had sued for peace and tranquillity in the agrarian […] The post Imo Monarch Sues For Peace As Community Suspends Youth Election appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Araujo Heads Barca To Victory Over Rayo Vallecano
Araujo has not featured much since taking a mental health break late last year, but came on as a substitute in Barca's 7-2 Champions League rout of Newcastle in midweek. The post Araujo Heads Barca To Victory Over Rayo Vallecano appeared first on Channels Television.
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2027: APC In Mortal Fear Of PDP, Makinde’s Rising Profile — CP-PDP
The Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP), has asserted that the imminently imploding All Progressives Congress (APC) is in mortal fear of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde…
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2027 PDP: Makinde speaks on ‘surrendering’ to Wike’s faction
“I came to the public domain to say that I was in a meeting with Wike and President Tinubu, and Wike promised to hold PDP for the president towards 2027,” he said.
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2027: Gov Uzodimma’s Performance Guarantees APC Clean Sweep – Anyanwu
March 22, (THEWILL) — A prominent political analyst and former Commissioner, Hon. Longers Anyanwu, has predicted a total victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State come 2027. He attributes this optimistic forecast to the “superlative” performance of Governor Hope Uzodimma and a strategic shift in party internal democracy. Speaking on the heels […] The post 2027: Gov Uzodimma’s Performance Guarantees APC Clean Sweep – Anyanwu appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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North Macedonia Reduces Fuel Tax To Curb Pump Prices Hike
In the Balkan nation, the price per litre of petrol and diesel were around 1.40 and 1.49 euros ($1.62 and 1.72) respectively on Sunday. The post North Macedonia Reduces Fuel Tax To Curb Pump Prices Hike appeared first on Channels Television.
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Carabao Cup final: Eze, Timber out of Arsenal squad, Ruben Dias injured
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, will be without the duo of Eberechi Eze and Jurrien Timber for Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. Eze and Timber have not been included in the Gunners’ matchday squad for the clash at Wembley. Arteta has included Ben White and Kai Havertz in his starting XI as replacements. Both […] Carabao Cup final: Eze, Timber out of Arsenal squad, Ruben Dias injured
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A nation under attack, a leader at dinner. But context matters, By Rinu Oduala
A security crisis marked by expanding violence, an economic crisis marked by rising costs and failing infrastructure, a governance crisis marked by everyday extraction and weak accountability, and at the centre of it all, a leadership crisis marked by misaligned priorities. There is also the growing reality that those in power are not fully present […] The post A nation under attack, a leader at dinner. But context matters, By Rinu Oduala appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Defection: Natasha decries PDP’s loss of 31 senators
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan reveals 31 PDP senators defect amid internal crisis, leaving only six. The party aims to rebuild ahead of future elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/defection-natasha-decries-pdps-loss-of-31-senators/
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Maiduguri attacks: Shettima arrives Lagos, to brief Tinubu on Maiduguri situation
The vice president is expected to update the president on his findings, including engagements with affected families, community leaders, and relevant authorities during the condolence visit...
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Confusion as Tinubu government phases out common entrance exam
The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government plans to abolish the Junior Secondary School Common Entrance Examination for students across the country.
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2027: Tinubu poised for landslide in South-West — BTO DG
By Dayo Johnson Akure The Director-General of BTO4PBAT27, Adojutelegan Adesuyi Gideon, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure a landslide victory in the South-West in the 2027 general elections. Adojutelegan in a statement issued in Akure, the Ondo State capital, said the administration’s policies and established political structure in the region place the […] The post 2027: Tinubu poised for landslide in South-West — BTO DG appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Majority of Americans oppose War with Iran, new Poll shows
This perception cuts sharply across political lines, with 92 per cent of Democrats and 73 per cent of independents viewing the war as avoidable. Among Republicans, however, 67 per cent consider it necessary, although a notable 33 per cent still regard it as a war of choice.
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Bandits abduct eight worshippers in Kwara ECWA church
Bandits on Sunday morning abducted eight worshippers an ECWA church in Omugo, Oro-Ago community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. DAILY POST however gathered that three of the abductees have been rescued by joint security forces. The attack occurred hours after the Coordinator, Joint Security Watch, Kwara South Senatorial District, Zubair Olaitan, issued […] Bandits abduct eight worshippers in Kwara ECWA church
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President Tinubu told to reward former Super Falcons players
However, she stressed that former Super Falcons players who won several African titles in the past also deserve recognition and rewards, as many of them were not appreciated during their
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Prioritize implementation of WASH projects – PPDF urges Akwa lbom, Cross River govts
As Nigeria joins the commemoration of 2026 World Water Day, WWD, a civil society organisation, Peace Point Development Foundation, PPDF, has urged Akwa Ibom and Cross River governments to come up with sustainable financing models to ensure the implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, WASH, projects. This was contained in a statement released by the […] Prioritize implementation of WASH projects – PPDF urges Akwa lbom, Cross River govts
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Eulogies, cultural display as ex-UN envoy Arthur Mbanefo buried in Onitsha
It was a mix of glowing tributes and rich cultural display as elder statesman and Nigeria’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Chief Arthur Mbanefo, was laid to rest on Saturday in the ancient city of Onitsha, Anambra State. The post Eulogies, cultural display as ex-UN envoy Arthur Mbanefo buried in Onitsha appeared first on Vanguard News.
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JUST IN: Again, gunmen raid Kwara church, kidnap worshippers
Suspected armed men on Sunday attacked an ECWA Church in Omugo community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, abducting several worshippers during service. As reported by PUNCH, the incident, which occurred in the morning, reportedly caused panic among residents and members of the church. Eyewitnesses said the assailants stormed the worship centre and forcefully [...]
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2027: Benue Group Appeals To Akume, Ortom, Others To Zone The Governorship To Kwande Intermediate Area
Tor Vande-Acka MAKURDI: As the lobbying and struggle for which of the Intermediate Areas, in Benue North-East senatorial district, of Benue State, will produce the governorship in 2027, the Benue…
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Video as man laments bitterly after discovering wife hid secrets from him for years
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man shared his experience in the hands of his wife. Netizens reacted massively.
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2027: Eyiboh Backs Etteh’s Second-Term Bid In Akwa Ibom
March 22, (THEWILL) — A former member of the House of Representatives, Eseme Eyiboh, has endorsed the lawmaker representing Eket/Onna/Esit-Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency, Okpolupm Etteh, for a second term, in a move seen as a notable shift following their contest in the 2023 National Assembly election. Eyiboh made the endorsement at a stakeholders’ meeting held at […] The post 2027: Eyiboh Backs Etteh’s Second-Term Bid In Akwa Ibom appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Maiduguri Killings: Shettima meets Tinubu in Lagos, to brief APC governors
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Lagos to brief President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the security situation in Maiduguri, Borno State, following recent killings in the area. The post Maiduguri Killings: Shettima meets Tinubu in Lagos, to brief APC governors appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: Bala Mohammed, Makinde, Seriake Dickson in closed-door meeting
Reports indicate that Bala Mohammed and Makinde, believed to be among the remaining governors in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), are considering leaving the party.
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EKDC reveals reason for power outages in parts of Lagos
Eko Electricity Distribution Company reports a major power outage in Lagos after a gas tanker collision caused fatalities and extensive damage. DisCo urges caution.
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Man arrested over kidnap, killing of four-year-old in Bauchi
A 20-year-old suspect, Rabiu Safiyanu, is in police custody in connection with a kidnapping incident that resulted in the death of a four-year-old boy, the Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed. The command’s spokesman, Nafiu Habib, in a statement on Sunday, explained that detectives attached to the ‘C’ Divisional Headquarters in Bauchi, led by the […] Man arrested over kidnap, killing of four-year-old in Bauchi
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