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Prioritise Tinubu’s re-election, Ondo ex-speaker urges co-aspirants
Ondo ex-speaker Jumoke Akindele calls on APC aspirants to prioritise President Tinubu’s re-election bid for 2027, urging party unity over personal goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-tinubus-re-election-ondo-ex-speaker-urges-co-aspirants/
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EU bans funding for Chinese solar tech
The EU implements a solar ban on public funding for Chinese tech, like inverters from Huawei, citing risks of remote shutdowns and countrywide blackouts. Read More: https://punchng.com/eu-bans-funding-for-chinese-solar-tech/
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Nigerian visa applicants face continuous security vetting after approval, US warns
The US Mission in Nigeria warns that all Nigerian visa applicants are subject to continuous security vetting even after a visa has been approved. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-visa-applicants-face-continuous-security-vetting-after-approval-us-warns/
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EPL: Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool have fallen far below standards
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admits the club has fallen below its standards, describing the current campaign as an ‘unacceptable season’ for the team. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-virgil-van-dijk-admits-liverpool-have-fallen-far-below-standards/
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NNPC posts N276bn profit as gas output hits one-year high
NNPC reports a N276bn profit after tax for March, a 102% increase driven by record-high gas production and improved operational efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-posts-n276bn-profit-as-gas-output-hits-one-year-high/
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Court remands Justice Crack over Army feeding video
A Federal High Court has ordered the remand of Chidiebere Justice Mark (Justice Crack) in DSS custody over a viral video on army feeding. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-remands-justice-crack-over-army-feeding-video/
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I trust my husband, Juma won’t cheat – Priscilla Ojo
Priscilla Ojo opens up about her marriage to husband Juma Jux, expressing full confidence and trust in him despite the pressures of fame and infidelity. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-trust-my-husband-juma-wont-cheat-priscilla-ojo/
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2027: ADC, Atiku camp deny defection talks with NDC
“If that is the case, I will be the first to know. I don’t think that there’s anything like that,” Ibe said when contacted. The post 2027: ADC, Atiku camp deny defection talks with NDC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Why I left ADC for NDC with Kwankwaso – Peter Obi opens up
A former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has given reasons why he resigned from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to join the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, alongside a former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso. In a long post on X on Monday, Obi insisted it was not out of anger or ambition. Rather, he said […] Why I left ADC for NDC with Kwankwaso – Peter Obi opens up
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Protest rocks Federal High Court over deregistration of opposition parties
Protesters storm Federal High Court over the deregistration of opposition parties, warning against judicial interference and threats to Nigeria’s democracy Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-protest-rocks-federal-high-court-over-deregistration-of-opposition-parties/
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Pope Leo to meet US Secretary of State Rubio Thursday
The Vatican on Monday said Pope Leo XIV will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday. This is just a few weeks after the pontiff seriously criticised United States President Donald Trump. According to a calendar published on the Vatican’s media site, the private visit with the top US diplomat, who is a […] Pope Leo to meet US Secretary of State Rubio Thursday
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Farotimi Calls for Collective Action Against Bad Governance
A legal practitioner and political activist, Dele Farotimi, has warned the suffering majority Nigerian masses against allowing the minority beneficiaries of the bad system in the country to continue to prevent them from taking actions to salvage their condition, through religious, political, and ethnic divisions. Farotimi believes the way to change Nigeria’s bad governance is […]
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US Resumes Visa Processing For Nigerian, Other Foreign Doctors
The United States has reversed a policy that previously suspended visa processing for foreign-trained doctors, paving the way for physicians from Nigeria and about 38 other countries to continue their applications. A report by The New York Times noted that the restriction, introduced in January, had halted decisions on visa extensions, work permits, and green […] The post US Resumes Visa Processing For Nigerian, Other Foreign Doctors appeared first on OsunDefender.
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My stepdaughter hasn’t spoken to me in 5 years – Then she sent a package that made me cry heavily
For years, my stepdaughter’s silence hurt deeply. Then a heavy package arrived at my door—unexpected, emotional, and powerful enough to change everything between us.
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I gave Daniel Bwala money outside what Atiku paid him to fund his lifestyle – Phrank Shaibu
The Special Assistant to Atiku Abubakar on Public communication, Phrank Shaibu, has disclosed that he gave President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, Daniel Bwala, money to sustain his lifestyle outside what the former vice president gave him. Shaibu said Bwala needed “extra cash” to fund his luxurious lifestyle outside what Atiku paid him while he was […] I gave Daniel Bwala money outside what Atiku paid him to fund his lifestyle – Phrank Shaibu
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Three strategic gates that must open to you (2), By Ayo Akerele
Work that opens provision gates includes: Hard work Smart work Excellent work Enduring work Eternal work Collaborative work Why Many Miss It Some believers cling to prayer while neglecting skill. Others master principles while disregarding spiritual authority. Both positions limit access. Non‑Negotiable Steps to Open Provision Gates Identify divine calling accurately Work strategically and creatively […] The post Three strategic gates that must open to you (2), By Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NDLEA raids old BUK site, arrests six over drug activities
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano says it has carried out a raid around the old site of Bayero University Kano (BUK), arresting six people linked to illegal drug activities and shutting down several drug spots. The operation was led by the Kano Strategic Command under Commander D.Y. Lawal. This is contained […] NDLEA raids old BUK site, arrests six over drug activities
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NDC elects Johnpaul Anih Chairman, Okafor Secretary in Enugu congress
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has elected a former House of Assembly candidate of the Labour Party during the 2023 general election, Dr. Anih Johnpaul, as its State Chairman, and former Enugu North Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, as the State Secretary. Dr. Anih and 28 others emerged on […] NDC elects Johnpaul Anih Chairman, Okafor Secretary in Enugu congress
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Zichis Plc Wins Shareholder Backing For ₦50bn Capital Raise To Drive Agribusiness Expansion
May 04, (THEWILL) — Zichis Agro-Allied Industries Plc has secured shareholder approval to raise ₦50 billion in fresh capital as part of an ambitious plan to scale operations across Nigeria’s agribusiness value chain. The approval was granted at the company’s 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Ogun State. Shareholders endorsed a flexible fundraising structure […] The post Zichis Plc Wins Shareholder Backing For ₦50bn Capital Raise To Drive Agribusiness Expansion appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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US destroyers cross Strait of Hormuz, enter Gulf – Military
US guided-missile destroyers have passed through the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Gulf as part of a new mission to restore maritime traffic in the vital waterway, the US military said Monday. The post US destroyers cross Strait of Hormuz, enter Gulf – Military appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu approves immediate deployment of four new perm secs
President Tinubu approves the deployment of four new permanent secretaries to enhance governance and service delivery as part of his Renewed Hope Agenda. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-approves-immediate-deployment-of-four-new-perm-secs/
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Makinde-Backed PDP Unveils Turaki, Others As Caretaker Committee Members
  The factional National Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has ratified the appointment of a 13-member Caretaker Committee headed by Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as chairman. The decision was taken on Monday at the Makinde-backed 103rd NEC meeting held in Abuja, following a motion moved by the […] The post Makinde-Backed PDP Unveils Turaki, Others As Caretaker Committee Members appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Court admits key evidence against Emefiele’s co-defendant in joint gratification trial
“I have carefully considered the evidence presented during the mini-trial. The environment was active, and there is no evidence that the second defendant was physically harmed,” the judge said. The post Court admits key evidence against Emefiele’s co-defendant in joint gratification trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Cesc Fabregas expresses commitment to Como amid Chelsea's interest
Cesc Fabregas stylishly declines Chelsea's managerial role amid their search for a new coach following Liam Rosenior's dismissal after a disappointing run.
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Borno police commissioner warns officers against torture, rights abuses
The Commissioner of Police in Borno State, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, has warned police officers in the state against torture, excessive force, and human rights abuses in the line of duty. The warning was contained in a statement issued by the Borno State Police Command on Monday, signed by ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, Police Public Relations […] Borno police commissioner warns officers against torture, rights abuses
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Court okays hearing of suit seeking reopening of probe into Mohbad’s death
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, fixed May 28 for the hearing of a suit that is seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to reopen an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of popular musician Mr Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, widely known as Mohbad. The post Court okays hearing of suit seeking reopening of probe into Mohbad’s death appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Death Toll From Turkey School Shooting Rises To Ten
A 14-year-old opened fire at a school in the Kahramanmaras province on April 15. The post Death Toll From Turkey School Shooting Rises To Ten appeared first on Channels Television.
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Bandits abduct Special Constabulary officer in Katsina
Suspected armed bandits have kidnapped a Special Constabulary officer attached to the Faskari Division of the Katsina State Police Command. The incident was contained in a post shared on Monday on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the abduction took place on Sunday at about 7 pm along the Kankara–Sheme road […] Bandits abduct Special Constabulary officer in Katsina
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Energy Crisis Fuels Calls To Cut Methane Emissions
Around 60 percent of methane emissions are linked to human actions. The post Energy Crisis Fuels Calls To Cut Methane Emissions appeared first on Channels Television.
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La Liga: Villarreal coach to leave at end of season
Villarreal coach Marcelino will leave the club at the end of the season despite securing a Champions League spot for the second consecutive year. Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-villarreal-coach-to-leave-at-end-of-season/
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Emefiele: Court Admits Extrajudicial Statement Made By Co-Defendant
The co-defendant had challenged the admissibility of his statements made to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, alleging that they were obtained under oppression and inducement. The post Emefiele: Court Admits Extrajudicial Statement Made By Co-Defendant appeared first on Channels Television.
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Gwarzo, Gawuna set to dump ADC for NDC – Aide
Kano’s Aminu Gwarzo and Nasiru Gawuna are set for a major political defection from the ADC to the NDC, following moves by Kwankwaso and Peter Obi. Read More: https://punchng.com/gwarzo-gawuna-set-to-dump-adc-for-ndc-aide/
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Two American merchant vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz – US military
The United States military says two of its merchant vessels have successfully transited through the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command, CENTCOM, made this known in a post via X on Monday. “American forces are actively assisting efforts to restore transit for commercial shipping,” CENTCOM said. This comes a day after President Donald Trump vowed […] Two American merchant vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz – US military
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Police arrest 13 after PUNCH report on journalists’ assault in Rivers
Following reports on a journalist assault in Rivers, the state police command has arrested 13 suspects in Port Harcourt for various criminal activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-13-after-punch-report-on-journalists-assault-in-rivers/
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Video as Nigerian graduate abandons her first degree to pursue new course
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian graduate shared her reason for writing JAMB again despite completing her first degree.
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Alleged Cyberbullying: Court Fixes May 8 To Rule On Sowore’s No-Case Submission
Sowore is accused of calling President Tinubu a “criminal” on his X handle. The post Alleged Cyberbullying: Court Fixes May 8 To Rule On Sowore’s No-Case Submission appeared first on Channels Television.
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