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Electoral Act: NBA demands mandatory electronic transmission of results
The Nigerian Bar Association urges lawmakers to amend the Electoral Act to mandate the electronic transmission of election results, boosting transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/electoral-act-nba-demands-mandatory-electronic-transmission-of-results/
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NAF to retrieve service weapons from retired personnel
The Nigerian Air Force plans for NAF weapon retrieval from retired personnel, aligning with the Firearms Act to enhance national security and veteran safet Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-to-retrieve-service-weapons-from-retired-personnel/
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2027: Rivers supporters don’t need governor to mobilise for Tinubu — Wike
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares that Rivers supports Tinubu for his 2027 re-election bid, asserting that a governor’s backing is not required. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-rivers-supporters-dont-need-governor-to-mobilise-for-tinubu-wike/
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Obasanjo’s daughter rules out Senate return, eyes Ogun gov seat
Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo confirms her return to politics, eyeing the Ogun governorship seat after joining the APC and ruling out a Senate return. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjos-daughter-rules-out-senate-return-eyes-ogun-gov-seat/
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Osun LG crisis: Adeleke slams CSO’s call for emergency rule
Governor Adeleke slams a CSO’s call for a state of emergency amid the Osun LG crisis, calling it a plot by the APC to seize power through the backdoor. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-lg-crisis-adeleke-slams-csos-call-for-emergency-rule/
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NGO, NDDC Push For Newborn Screening As Sickle Cell Burden Deepens
PORT HARCOURT — As Nigeria continues to grapple with one of the world’s highest burdens of sickle cell disorder, a non-governmental organisation, the Sickle Cell Awareness Initiative Ireland–Nigeria (SCAIIN), has…
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Jetour Nigeria Appoints 7 Accredited Auto Dealers To Accelerate Nationwide Expansion
Jetour Nigeria has strengthened its footprint in the country’s automotive market with the appointment of seven accredited dealers, partnering with some of Nigeria’s most established and reputable auto firms as it accelerates nationwide expansion. The development comes on the heels of major industry recognition for the brand, including its emergence as Fastest Growing Automotive Brand […]
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NAF plans structured withdrawal of firearms from retiring officers 
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said it will soon begin a structured and lawful process of withdrawing service firearms from retiring personnel to strengthen weapons accountability, enhance public safety, and The post NAF plans structured withdrawal of firearms from retiring officers  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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You’ll reap what you sow, Wike tells Govs, others supporting Fubara
He cautioned that those who support political disloyalty will eventually be consumed by the same treachery they endorse. The post You’ll reap what you sow, Wike tells Govs, others supporting Fubara appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AAP Tackles INEC Over ‘Unlawful Exclusion From Party Registration’, Threatens Legal Action
The African Alliance Party (AAP) has strongly condemned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what it described as its unlawful failure to register the party despite meeting all constitutional and statutory requirements. In a statement issued from its National Secretariat in Abuja and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq, the party […]
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Minister empowers 4,064 APC women leaders, others in Kano 
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud, has distributed various empowerment items to 4,064 All Progressives Congress (APC) women leaders and vulnerable citizens across the 44 local government The post Minister empowers 4,064 APC women leaders, others in Kano  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu Re-election Battle: Sardauna Tasks Coordinators To Deliver South Youth Votes
In a decisive political move that signals the full-scale launch of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election machinery, the National Leadership of the youth constituency Renewed Hope Ambassadors of Nigeria (RHYAN)…
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‘Betrayal Will Be Your Portion’, Wike Curses Fubara’s Suppporters
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a fierce rebuke apparently targeting his estranged political godson, Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his supporters, declaring that such individuals would face divine punishment through repeated acts of treachery and even sudden death. Wike, who spoke on Saturday during the commissioning of the Rivers […]
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Gov Fintiri commissions cottage hospital in Adamawa
The Adamawa State Government has officially opened for public use a cottage hospital it built in one of the largest local government areas in the state, Fufore. The cottage hospital is located in the local government headquarters, Fufore, a town about a 25-minute drive from the state capital, Yola. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who led other […] Gov Fintiri commissions cottage hospital in Adamawa
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Family Demands Justice Over Girl, 22, Raped, Murdered In Church Six Years Ago In Benin
The family of Vera Uwaila Omozuwa, a-22 year-old University of Benin Microbiology undergraduate who was raped and murdered inside a Church in Benin, has decried the delay in justice for…
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Manchester United Beat 10-man Tottenham For 4th Straight Win
Manchester United’s revival under Michael Carrick rolled with goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes as it secured a fourth straight win against Tottenham on Saturday and piling more misery on Thomas Frank. United have been reborn since the short-term appointment of their former midfielder, whose honeymoon period continued as triumphs against Manchester City, Arsenal […]
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You’ll reap what you sow, Wike tells Govs, others supporting Fubara
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday issued a stark warning to Nigerian politicians, especially second term governors and other leaders, claiming that a "message from the gods" portends a grim fate for those who align with "betrayers." The post You’ll reap what you sow, Wike tells Govs, others supporting Fubara appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Ekiti 2026: Senator Arise rallies support for Oyebanji
A former member of the National Assembly, Senator Ayo Arise, has canvassed support for Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, ahead of the June 20 governorship election. Arise said Governor Oyebanji The post Ekiti 2026: Senator Arise rallies support for Oyebanji appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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JUST-IN: Bandits Kill 3, Kidnap Catholic Priest, 10 Others In Fresh Kaduna Attack
A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye, and 10 others have been abducted by suspected bandits following a violent attack on Karku community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. A statement issued by the Kafanchan Diocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Jacob Shanet, on Saturday, said the attackers were described by residents as a group […]
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Osun LG allocation row: APC accuses state govt of distorting facts
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has alleged that the state government deliberately misrepresented facts surrounding federal funds meant for reinstated council executives. In a statement issued by Kola Olabisi, its Director of Media and Information on Saturday, the opposition party said comments credited to the Commissioner for Information, Kolapo Alimi, […] Osun LG allocation row: APC accuses state govt of distorting facts
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Group Hails Olubadan For Role In Removing Sunday Igboho’s Name From Security Wanted Criminals List
A Pan – Yoruba Group, ‘Movement For The Removal of Sunday Igboho’s Name From List of Wanted Criminals’ (MRSINWC) has expressed its gratitude to the Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of…
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Electoral Act: Senate won’t be intimidated, says Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said the Senate will not be intimidated but will do what is right to give Nigerians an Electoral Act that will advance democracy. The post Electoral Act: Senate won’t be intimidated, says Akpabio appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: We Don’t Need Rivers Governor To Mobilise Support For Tinubu — Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that the people of Rivers State do not need a sitting governor of the State to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election. Wike made the statement on Saturday in Port Harcourt while commissioning the Rivers State Renewed […]
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Amupitan Demands Precision As INEC Tests BVAS Ahead FCT Elections
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, on Saturday, led senior officials of the Commission to monitor a mock accreditation exercise in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) ahead of the February 21, 2026 Area Council elections. The monitoring team included National Commissioners Mallam Mohammed Haruna and Alhaji Abdulrazaq Tukur Yusuf; […]
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Woman stabs husband in Yobe
Yobe State police are searching for an 18-year-old woman, Khadija Jamilu, who allegedly stabbed her husband in the genitals during a domestic dispute. Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-stabs-husband-in-yobe/
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Ogun @ 50: Calls Made For Zoning Of Yewa South/Ipokia Federal Constituency To Ipokia LG
As Ogun State marks its 50th anniversary, stakeholders from Ogun West Senatorial District have renewed calls for equity, fairness, and inclusive governance, urging political leaders to address long-standing imbalances in…
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Niger Delta Games: Coaches tasked to discover future talents, not medals rush
Braveman Wodi, who led a four-member screening panel, noted that one of the cardinal objectives of the Games is to discover, groom and prepare young athletes to become national champions in the future The post Niger Delta Games: Coaches tasked to discover future talents, not medals rush appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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INEC conducts mock accreditation ahead of FCT council polls
INEC conducts a mock accreditation exercise to test its readiness and the BVAS system ahead of the FCT council polls scheduled for February 21, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-conducts-mock-accreditation-ahead-of-fct-council-polls/
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Funke Akindele appreciates late mother as she celebrates her 3rd remembrance: “Your legacy lives on”
Nollywood star Funke Akindele reflects on her late mother’s legacy, sharing heartfelt tributes and memories on the third anniversary of her passing.
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‘We don’t need gov to mobilise for Tinubu’ – Wike boasts of Rivers support base
The minister asserted that his coalition of leaders holds the grassroots influence necessary to secure the state for the president's re-election. The post ‘We don’t need gov to mobilise for Tinubu’ – Wike boasts of Rivers support base appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Evelyn Soorkwagh: Suswam’s defection and the shifting sands of Benue power politics
Benue politics has never lacked drama, but the defection of the former Governor of Benue State, Sen. Gabriel Suswam into the All Progressives Congress (APC) has injected a fresh twist into an already fluid power equation. ‎Standing before his kinsmen, supporters and party faithful in his ancestral home of Anyiin, after he had completed his […] Evelyn Soorkwagh: Suswam’s defection and the shifting sands of Benue power politics
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Afternoon recap: Army pulls out retired generals, Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, other top stories
Get the latest Nigerian top stories. Read our afternoon recap on the Army’s tribute to retired generals, the proposed Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, and more news. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-army-pulls-out-retired-generals-obi-kwankwaso-ticket-other-top-stories/
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Utomi, Ezekwesili, Falana, others kick against Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of results
The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has condemned in very strong terms the decision of the Senate to remove and refuse the mandatory electronic transmission of election results as proposed by the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026. The post Utomi, Ezekwesili, Falana, others kick against Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of results appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FCT Mock Polls: Amupitan expresses satisfaction with BVAS performance
The INEC chairman said the essence of the exercise was to test the performance of the BVAS and identify any challenge that might arise with the usage before the election day. The post FCT Mock Polls: Amupitan expresses satisfaction with BVAS performance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu orders reopening of Samiya International border
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday ordered the immediate reopening of the Samiya International Border in Kebbi State with the Republic of Benin... The post Tinubu orders reopening of Samiya International border appeared first on Tribune Online.
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