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Bosso targets continental ticket
Barau FC coach Ladan Bosso is targeting a continental ticket after his team’s dominant 4-1 victory over Rivers United in the Nigerian Premier Football Leag Read More: https://punchng.com/bosso-targets-continental-ticket/
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3SC boost fan confidence for 2025 finale
Shooting Stars Sports Club assures fans of robust security for the 3SC vs Niger Tornadoes NPFL match, eyeing a must-win result in their final 2025 home gam Read More: https://punchng.com/3sc-boost-fan-confidence-for-2025-finale/
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Kwara battle Bayelsa in Ilorin showdown
Kwara United host Bayelsa United in a pivotal NPFL matchday 18 clash. Get the preview and team news for the crucial Kwara vs Bayelsa fixture in Ilorin. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-battle-bayelsa-in-ilorin-showdown/
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Oliseh defends Okoye’s AFCON snub
Sunday Oliseh defends Maduka Okoye’s AFCON snub, arguing goalkeepers need special handling and citing the career risks for the Udinese player. Read More: https://punchng.com/oliseh-defends-okoyes-afcon-snub/
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Adeshina claims maiden PFL Africa title
Nigeria’s Wasi Adeshina becomes the first PFL Africa featherweight champion after a TKO victory, securing the prestigious title and $100,000 prize. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeshina-claims-maiden-pfl-africa-title/
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Title contenders, MVP favourites as battle begins in Morocco
Get ready for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. See the top title contenders like Morocco & Egypt, and MVP favourites including Osimhen, Salah, and Mane. Read More: https://punchng.com/title-contenders-mvp-favourites-as-battle-begins-in-morocco/
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Budget 2026: A Dialogue Between The Office Of The Citizen And The President
INTRODUCTION: CITIZEN’S MANDATE AND BUDGET ACCOUNT­ABILITY Mr. President,On 19 Decem­ber 2025, you presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill — labelled the “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity.” You described… The post Budget 2026: A Dialogue Between The Office Of The Citizen And The President appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Joshua calls out Fury, pockets $92m after Paul KO
Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul, breaking his jaw and pocketing $92 million. After the fight, Joshua immediately called out Tyson Fury for a future cla Read More: https://punchng.com/joshua-calls-out-fury-pockets-92m-after-paul-ko/
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Kano Proves Smart Agricultural Investment Delivers Lasting Gains — Sasakawa Country Director
KANO – The Country Director of Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) in Nigeria, Dr Godwin Atser, on Saturday, said the completion of the Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Project (KSADP) marks a… The post Kano Proves Smart Agricultural Investment Delivers Lasting Gains — Sasakawa Country Director appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Welcome, Ambassador Reno Omokri … Nigerians React (2)
 Just about last week here, I wanted us all to assume a deeper soliloquy on the secondary meaning behind the selection of Reno Omokri as ambassador desig­nate. Many people who… The post Welcome, Ambassador Reno Omokri … Nigerians React (2) appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Accra And The Unfinished Dream Of A United Africa
On the humid Atlantic edge of Accra, where the Gulf of Guinea exhales history into the present, Africa once again gathered to wrestle with its oldest and most unsettling question:… The post Accra And The Unfinished Dream Of A United Africa appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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CACOL Petitions ICPC, Seeks Proper Investigation Of  Allegations Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss, Farouk Ahmed
LAGOS – The Centre for Anti-Cor­ruption and Open Lead­ership (CACOL) has pe­titioned the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to urgently investigate allegations recently raised by Alhaji… The post CACOL Petitions ICPC, Seeks Proper Investigation Of  Allegations Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss, Farouk Ahmed appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Safeguarding food security across Africa through improved logistics
Africa food supply chain is edging toward a dangerous tipping point, as infrastructure struggles to keep pace with rising demand. Congested ports, insufficient deep-water capacity and outdated cargo-handling systems routinely The post Safeguarding food security across Africa through improved logistics appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Enugu under watch: drones, data and the end of invisible crime
There was a time, not too long ago, when Monday in Enugu State felt like a weekly rehearsal for despair. Streets that once throbbed with keke horns and market chatter The post Enugu under watch: drones, data and the end of invisible crime appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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China's rare earths El Dorado gives strategic edge
Buried in the reddish soil of southern China lies latent power: one of the largest clusters of crucial rare earths is mined around the clock by a secretive and heavily guarded industry. Since then, China has taken advantage of its natural reserves -- the largest of any country -- to dominate processing and innovation in the field.
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All On’s Impact Evaluation Report Shows Over One Million Lives Transformed Through Clean Energy Access
 All On, a leading impact in­vestment company focused on expanding clean energy access in Nigeria, has released its Im­pact Evaluation Report 2025, re­vealing that its strategic invest­ments and interventions have… The post All On’s Impact Evaluation Report Shows Over One Million Lives Transformed Through Clean Energy Access appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Yuletide: 12 Persons Die In Kogi Auto Crash
LOKOJA – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of 12 persons with two others injured in an auto crash that occurred on Friday along the Ejule… The post Yuletide: 12 Persons Die In Kogi Auto Crash appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Glamour As St. Finbarr’s College 1985 Set Holds Historic Celebration
LAGOS – The Saint Finbarr’s College Old Boys’ Association (SFCOBA), 1985 Set, held its end-of-year party and 40 years out-of-school celebration at the SFCOBA Hall within the school premises in… The post Glamour As St. Finbarr’s College 1985 Set Holds Historic Celebration appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Ex-Cops Speculate On Source Of Gov. Eno’s Leadership Qualities
UYO – Ex-cops under the aegis of Na­tional Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria, NAR­PON, have attracted the leader­ship qualities of Governor Umo Eno to his upbringing as the… The post Ex-Cops Speculate On Source Of Gov. Eno’s Leadership Qualities appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Against all odds, Yayi pushes on with cross-base support
By Olanrewaju Fatunmbi Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (aka Yayi) maintains a strong lead among the prominent figures pushing for Ogun West to produce the next governor of Ogun State in the 2027 The post Against all odds, Yayi pushes on with cross-base support appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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BAO effect: celebrating Oyebanji, the change agent at 58
By Olayinka Oyebode Christmas indeed came early for the people of Ekiti State this year. For them the celebration begun on December 10th when the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport The post BAO effect: celebrating Oyebanji, the change agent at 58 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigeria, ESG And Sustainability Roadmap
Nigeria’s import in global economic environment cannot be over-emphasised. Its size, economy, people and leadership have continued to register relevance in global competitiveness. Though its global competitiveness has not measured… The post Nigeria, ESG And Sustainability Roadmap appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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End Of Year Thanksgiving: UFAM Holdings Gifts Car To Best Staff
LOKOJA – The Ufam holdings have presented a saloon car to Ms Winner Ihemeje who emerged the overall best staff of the year, as a recog­nition for her commitment to… The post End Of Year Thanksgiving: UFAM Holdings Gifts Car To Best Staff appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Bayelsa: Who takes over from Ewhrudjakpo as deputy governor?
Following the death of Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Senior Correspondent, Okungbowa Aiwerie, examines its wider political implications and the search for his successor. Although the Nigerian Constitution The post Bayelsa: Who takes over from Ewhrudjakpo as deputy governor? appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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LND Writes NASS, Calls For Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Alleged Alteration Of New Tax Law
ABUJA – League of Northern Democrats has written to the leadership of the National Assembly to invoke the constitutional powers under Section 143 to commence im­peachment proceedings against President Bola… The post LND Writes NASS, Calls For Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Alleged Alteration Of New Tax Law appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Are companies getting better at doing good?
Hitherto, businesses hinged their survival and continuity on the sheer amount of profits they were able to make rather than relying on intangibles like goodwill, reputation, brand essence, etc. But The post Are companies getting better at doing good? appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ex-Edo Information Commissioner, Charles Idahosa, Dies At 72
BENIN – Former Edo State Commis­sioner for Information and Orientation under Lucky Igbinedion administra­tion, Hon. Charles Idaho­sa, has passed on at the age of 72. He also served Lucky Ig­binedion’s… The post Ex-Edo Information Commissioner, Charles Idahosa, Dies At 72 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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TotalEnergies launches payment solution
TOTALENERGIES Marketing Nigeria Plc has officially launched the TotalEnergies Mobility Card Plus (TEMC+), a next-generation mobility and payment solution designed to enhance convenience, security and operational control for customers nationwide. The post TotalEnergies launches payment solution appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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SWBN, SC Johnson equip visually impaired with educational and mobility materials
The Society for the Welfare of the Blind (SWBN) with the support of SC Johnson has equipped some visually impaired students with study kits and walking aids. The event, held The post SWBN, SC Johnson equip visually impaired with educational and mobility materials appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NMDPRA, NUPRC CEOs’ Resignation: Nigerians Seek Forensic Probe Of Oil Sector Agencies
…Lawyers, Activists Want Tinubu To Act Swiftly LAGOS – Following the sudden resignation of the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Author­ity (NMDPRA) and… The post NMDPRA, NUPRC CEOs’ Resignation: Nigerians Seek Forensic Probe Of Oil Sector Agencies appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Ibadan funfair tragedy: Prophetesses Silekunola supports bereaved families
The Founder of the WINGS Foundation, Prophetess Naomi Silekunola, has extended support to families affected by the 2024 children’s funfair tragedy in Ibadan, Oyo State, one year after the incident. The post Ibadan funfair tragedy: Prophetesses Silekunola supports bereaved families appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Kano Stakeholders’ Engagement: Customs Reaffirms Commitment To Trade Facilitation, Compliance
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to trade facilitation, anchored in strict regulatory compliance. This reaffirmation was coming as the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, engaged officers… The post Kano Stakeholders’ Engagement: Customs Reaffirms Commitment To Trade Facilitation, Compliance appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Watch your words against Nigeria, cleric urges citizens
The General Overseer of Peculiar Gospel Outreach Ministry, Pastor Joseph Babatunde, has called on Nigerians to be mindful of making negative statements against the country, warning that such careless words The post Watch your words against Nigeria, cleric urges citizens appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Prioritise word, not miracles —Archbishop John Osa-Oni
As the Vineyard Christian Centre, Lagos rounded off its annual Word Conference in Lagos today, Founder and Senior Pastor of the ministry, Archbishop John Osa-Oni, delivered a piercing message to The post Prioritise word, not miracles —Archbishop John Osa-Oni appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Pessimism Trails PDP As Defections, Leadership Crisis Overwhelm Party
…It Can Still Bounce Back Before 2027 – Ojo, Kalu LAGOS – Baba Aye, a veteran activist and the Co-Convener, Coalition for Rev­olution (CORE), has said with the gale of… The post Pessimism Trails PDP As Defections, Leadership Crisis Overwhelm Party appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Thespian theatre to the rescue
Ayo Jaiyesimi is a theatre entrepreneur, playwright, promoter and producer.  She owns the Thespian Family Theatre that has been in existence since 2003.  So far she has written about 9 The post Thespian theatre to the rescue appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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