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EFCC arraigns NEDC official, others over N2.2bn contract fraud allegations
EFCC arraigns ex-NEDC coordinator Danjuma Mohammed & others over an alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. The defendants face a 54-count charge of conspiracy & fo Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-arraigns-nedc-official-others-over-n2-2bn-contract-fraud-allegations/
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Affordable housing key to police welfare, says IG
Nigeria’s IGP states that affordable housing is critical to improving police welfare, morale, and productivity, fostering key institutional partnerships. Read More: https://punchng.com/affordable-housing-key-to-police-welfare-says-ig/
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Police caution intending travellers against visa scams
Police warn intending travellers about visa scams. Learn how fraudsters operate, spot red flags, and protect yourself by following official application pro Read More: https://punchng.com/police-caution-intending-travellers-against-visa-scams/
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Ex-PDP gov aspirant leads supporters to APC in Kebbi
Explore the latest shift in Kebbi politics as former PDP governorship aspirant Lawali Dakingari leads over 2,200 supporters to the ruling APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-pdp-gov-aspirant-leads-supporters-to-apc-in-kebbi/
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Police, NCoS, SON strengthen partnership in Jigawa
The Nigeria Police, NCoS, and SON in Jigawa State strengthen their security partnership to enhance public safety, crime prevention, and consumer protection Read More: https://punchng.com/police-ncos-son-strengthen-partnership-in-jigawa/
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Tinubu falls in Turkey: VeryDarkMan condemns mockery of president online
VDM criticised Nigerians mocking President Tinubu's fall in Turkey, highlighting age and fitness concerns while addressing social media’s reaction to the incident.
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Ramadan 2026: Expected start date, daily fasting hours explained
Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on 19 February, and bring shorter fasting hours and cooler conditions for many Muslim communities in Nigerian and worldwide.
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Multi-Trex gets NGX nod to fix shareholding shortfall
Multi-Trex Integrated Foods Plc gets a 24-month NGX extension to fix its public shareholding shortfall, now at 7.23%, after a recapitalization. Read More: https://punchng.com/multi-trex-gets-ngx-nod-to-fix-shareholding-shortfall/
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Mercy Johnson reportedly arrests Angela Okorie for cyber bullying
Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, has reportedly been arrested by her colleague, Mercy Johnson, for cyber bullying. Angela was said to have been arrested at her Lagos residence on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Center, Abuja. Journalist and founder of BON Awards, Seun Oloketuyi, made the disclosure on Wednesday. […] Mercy Johnson reportedly arrests Angela Okorie for cyber bullying
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Police Detain Angela Okorie In Alleged Cybercrime Case Involving Mercy Johnson
Popular Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has reportedly been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Centre, Abuja, in connection with an alleged cybercrime dispute linked to her colleague, Mercy Johnson. The arrest was made public by filmmaker Seun Oloketuyi, who shared details of the incident on his Instagram page. He disclosed that law [...]
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Police arrest two dismissed soldiers terrorissing Ibadan residents
The Oyo State Police Command said it has arrested two dismissed soldiers who have been terrorizing innocent citizens in Ibadan, the state capital. The Command noted that it also recovered some vehicles and motorcycle from the suspects, who have been parading themselves as officers of the Nigerian Army. This was disclosed via a statement signed […] Police arrest two dismissed soldiers terrorissing Ibadan residents
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Police extend recruitment deadline in Sokoto, urge youth to apply
The Sokoto State Police Command has extended the deadline for its 2026 recruitment drive. Eligible youths are urged to apply before the new closing date. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-extend-recruitment-deadline-in-sokoto-urge-youth-to-apply/
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Man kills brother in Adamawa
Police in Adamawa State have arrested a 40-year-old man for the alleged killing of his elder brother in Gombi LGA. The suspect confessed to the crime. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-kills-brother-in-adamawa/
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Abba Atiku Abubakar Vows To Mobilize 1M Youths For Tinubu For 2027 Election
A youth mobilizer and son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Abba Atiku Abubakar, has vowed to mobilize over one million youths of the North East for President Bola…
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Two dismissed soldiers arrested for armed robbery in Oyo
One of the suspects aged 48, a dismissed Corporal of the Nigerian Army, falsely paraded himself as an Army Captain while the second aged 43, was also a dismissed Corporal of the Nigerian Army, Oyo Police Command’s spokesman, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka said
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Protecting Consumer Data Is Core To How We Operate And Earn Trust —Jumia CEO
As digital platforms continue to expand access to goods and services across Nigeria, the conversation around data protection has moved from the margins to the mainstream. For many consumers, trust…
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Eagles To Achieve Great Things Under Chelle, Says Ugbade
Anthony Ufoh Nigeria’s ex-international Nduka Ugbade has expressed his opinion on the continuation of Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, as he advised the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to give the…
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South Korea’s ex-first lady jailed for 20 months for taking bribes
South Korea’s ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee jailed for 20 months for corruption after accepting lavish gifts from the Unification Church. Read More: https://punchng.com/south-koreas-ex-first-lady-jailed-for-20-months-for-taking-bribes/
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Gunmen abduct man, wife in Zamfara
Gunmen have abducted a man and his wife during a night attack on a private residence in Mada town, Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident was disclosed in a post shared on X on Wednesday by security analyst Bakatsine. “Last night, bandits stormed a private residence in Tukanawa area, Mada town of […] Gunmen abduct man, wife in Zamfara
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CAF may weigh stricter rules on goalkeepers’ towels after AFCON controversy
President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee, Olivier Safari, has hinted that the body may move to review existing regulations guiding the use of towels by goalkeepers, following the controversy that trailed their use during the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The post CAF may weigh stricter rules on goalkeepers’ towels after AFCON controversy appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu's govt approves recruitment of 1,000 Forest Guards in popular northern state
President Tinubu's government to recruit 1,000 youths as forest guards in Plateau State to combat longstanding insecurity, as VP Shettima pledges development.
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President Tinubu didn’t slip, opposition behind ‘fake’ viral video in Turkey- Lege Maimi
A viral video circulated on Tuesday, showing the Nigerian President stumbling briefly during a state visit to Turkey. The post President Tinubu didn’t slip, opposition behind ‘fake’ viral video in Turkey- Lege Maimi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Akwa Ibom gov unveils palm fruit processing mill
Akwa Ibom inaugurates a new palm fruit processing mill, boosting daily palm oil production and aiming for future exportation under the Nigeria for Women Pr Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-gov-unveils-palm-fruit-processing-mill/
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‘I’m not making money; I’m not going again’ — Peller hints at dropping out of University
PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the 20-year-old revealed that he secured admission into a private university in Lagos to study Law. The post ‘I’m not making money; I’m not going again’ — Peller hints at dropping out of University appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Fubara Felicitated On His Birthday, Hailed For Youth-focused Leadership
LAGOS – Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, has been widely celebrated as he marks his birthday on January 28, with many stakeholders praising his leadership style and commitment to…
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Shutting down Onitsha market is putting fire to fire — Shop owner
A shop owner at the Onitsha main market,   Gibson Okafor, has said that shutting down the market is entirely putting fire to fire. Okafor said this on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Morning Brief’ monitored by DAILY POST. Recall that Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State on Monday ordered the closure of the […] Shutting down Onitsha market is putting fire to fire — Shop owner
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Illegal Occupants Around Obafemi Awolowo Stadium Get 14-Day Quit Notice
The Oyo State Government, through the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), has issued a 14‑day ultimatum to owners and occupants of illegal structures, including shanties, kiosks, stalls,…
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Tinubu consoles Super Eagles captain on father’s death
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a message of condolence to Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, over the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi. In a statement on Wednesday by The post Tinubu consoles Super Eagles captain on father’s death appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Trump warns Iraq not to reinstate al-Maliki as Prime Minister
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw the U.S. support from Iraq if former Prime Minister, Nouri al-Maliki, is reinstated to the post. “Because of (al-Maliki’s) insane policies and The post Trump warns Iraq not to reinstate al-Maliki as Prime Minister appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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BREAKING: Protest breaks out in Lagos over Makoko demolition
Community leaders and displaced residents on Wednesday converged on the Ikeja Under-Bridge area of Lagos to protest the ongoing demolitions and alleged forced evictions in waterfront and low-income communities, including Makoko, Owode Onirin and Oworonshoki. The protesters accused the Lagos State Government of carrying out demolitions without adequate notice, compensation or resettlement plans for affected […] BREAKING: Protest breaks out in Lagos over Makoko demolition
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Soludo abolishes Monday Sit-at-Home in 12 more markets
The Anambra State government has directed traders in 12 additional markets to resume full business activities on Mondays, warning that non-compliance could result in temporary market closures. The post Soludo abolishes Monday Sit-at-Home in 12 more markets appeared first on Vanguard News.
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"I saw her private part": Biodun Stephen's shares scary salon encounter
Biodun Stephen criticises the increasing trend of women going without underwear in public, highlighting the impact on decency and personal choice in everyday spaces.
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Business Start-Up Tool Kits by Successdrive Nigeria LP
  Successdrive is a business solution consulting firm that specializes on proving regulatory compliance for businesses. Specifically, we undertake business/company registration, trademark registration, NAFDAC, all CAC filing, NRS Tax Identification/TIN registration/Tax Promax registration, SONCAP, Expatriate quota, NGO, SCUML registration, etc. Read more about Business At Successdrive, we pride ourselves on our cutting-edge solutions to business […] This article Business Start-Up Tool Kits by Successdrive Nigeria LP appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.
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Rivers Grassroot Movement Hails Governor Fubara’s Leadership On Birthday
…Says Governor remains symbol of progress The Leadership and members of the Rivers Grassroot Movement extend our warmest birthday felicitations to His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, Executive Governor of Rivers State, on this auspicious occasion of your birthday. We celebrate your exemplary “Rivers People First” leadership that has delivered unparalleled dividends of democracy across all […]
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Non-Security Presence, Bank Closures Keep Onitsha Market Shut On Mondays, Traders Explain
Governor Chukwuma Soludo had on Monday ordered that Onitsha Main Market be shut down for one week due to traders’ perceived compliance with the Monday sit-at-home order by non-state actors. The post Non-Security Presence, Bank Closures Keep Onitsha Market Shut On Mondays, Traders Explain appeared first on Channels Television.
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Nigeria, Türkiye to fast-track trade, energy, defence ties —Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to work together and fast-track cooperation in trade, energy and defence to boost jobs, investment and shared prosperity. Tinubu made this known on Tuesday via his verified X handle during his ongoing State Visit to Ankara, Türkiye. The President revealed that his engagement with […] Nigeria, Türkiye to fast-track trade, energy, defence ties —Tinubu
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