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Police arrest three over mob killing of two in Bauchi
Bauchi police arrest three suspects in connection with the mob killing in Bauchi where two men were beaten to death. Investigations are ongoing. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-over-mob-killing-of-two-in-bauchi/
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Kebbi unveils sole administrator for state varsity
The Kebbi State Government has appointed Ismaila Arzika-Mungadi as the Sole Administrator for Abdullahi Fodio University after dissolving the council. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-unveils-sole-administrator-for-state-varsity/
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Police arrest two suspected kidnappers in Kwara, recover AK-47 rifles
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Kwara State have arrested two suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate and recovered arms and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Ilorin. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Adekimi Ojo, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday by the command’s spokesperson, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi. According to the Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-suspected-kidnappers-in-kwara-recover-ak-47-rifles/
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Mexico to cut school year short ahead of World Cup
Mexican authorities will end the school year 40 days early due to a heatwave and the World Cup, sparking backlash from parents and policy experts. Read More: https://punchng.com/mexico-to-cut-school-year-short-ahead-of-world-cup/
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WHO chief to coordinate hantavirus ship evacuation
WHO chief to coordinate the evacuation of the MV Hondius cruise ship in Tenerife after a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Passengers to be repatriated. Read More: https://punchng.com/who-chief-to-coordinate-hantavirus-ship-evacuation/
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NANS cautions CSOs against discrediting security agencies
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) cautions CSOs against discrediting security agencies following a court’s defamation ruling for DSS sta Read More: https://punchng.com/nans-cautions-csos-against-discrediting-security-agencies/
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Lightning kills police officer on duty in Maiduguri
A lightning strike which erupted in the Maiduguri Metropolitan Council of Borno State has claimed the life of a policeman, Abdulkadir Garba, known as 'Buratai', while on duty. The post Lightning kills police officer on duty in Maiduguri appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Ribadu Holds Security Talks With U.S. Vice President, Secretary of State
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has held high-level talks with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on deepening counterterrorism cooperation in West Africa. The meeting, revealed in a post by Secure Nigeria⁠, underscored growing security collaboration between Nigeria and the United States as both countries intensify efforts against terrorism […]
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US Plans Evacuation Flight For Americans On Hantavirus Ship
The World Health Organization has said that the United States is among 12 countries with nationals who have already left the ship, on the remote British island of Saint Helena, on April 24. The post US Plans Evacuation Flight For Americans On Hantavirus Ship appeared first on Channels Television.
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Rema to Perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 With Tyla, Katy Perry and LISA
Afrobeat singer Rema and Tyla are among the biggest names confirmed for the entertainment lineup of the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening celebrations, according to announcements shared by FIFA on Saturday. The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by United States, Canada and Mexico, is set to begin on June 11, 2026, and FIFA says […]
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Lagos Cracks Down on Illegal Sewage Disposal, Seals Estates in Lekki, Ajah, Surulere
The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has sealed several housing estates and private properties across Lekki, Ajah and Surulere over the illegal discharge of untreated sewage into public drains and canals. The enforcement action was disclosed by the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, in a statement shared on his official X handle […]
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Four killed, four injured in fresh Plateau attack, clash with security operatives
No fewer than four persons have been killed in separate violent incidents in Plateau State, including a fresh attack on a community in Riyom Local Government Area and a clash involving security operatives and residents in Pankshin LGA. The post Four killed, four injured in fresh Plateau attack, clash with security operatives appeared first on Vanguard News.
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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons to embark on UK tour 
African champions, Super Falcons of Nigeria will embark on a training tour in the United Kingdom later this month, DAILY POST reports. The training tour will serve as part of the Super Falcons preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The 10-time African champions will engage in one friendly during the camping exercise […] WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons to embark on UK tour 
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Adekunle Gold releases deluxe album ‘Fuji Xtra’, features Olamide
Adekunle Gold was signed to Olamide’s YBNL Nation in 2015 after his debut single ‘Sade’, released in 2014, went viral. The post Adekunle Gold releases deluxe album ‘Fuji Xtra’, features Olamide appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NPFL: Wikki Tourists’ Aliyu suspended for Rivers United clash 
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has enforced the suspension of Wikki Tourists defender, Abubakar Aliyu. Aliyu has accumulated five yellow cards the season, the latest was in the 3-1 defeat against Ikorodu City on Tuesday. The defender will now miss the Bauchi Elephants matchday 37 encounter against Rivers United on Sunday. The league body backed the […] NPFL: Wikki Tourists’ Aliyu suspended for Rivers United clash 
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Peace proposal: ‘We’ll see what happens’ – Trump reacts to Iranian response
United States President Donald Trump says he is expecting to receive a response on a peace plan from Iran. Trump said this on Friday night while addressing reporters at the White House. “We’ll see what happens,” he said. When asked if the US had received a response from Iran, Trump said: “We’re receiving a letter, supposedly tonight, […] Peace proposal: ‘We’ll see what happens’ – Trump reacts to Iranian response
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Jet A1 Crisis Rocks Aviation Sector as Expert Questions Dangote Refinery’s Loyalty
Nigeria’s worsening aviation fuel crisis is pushing many airlines to the brink, with stakeholders warning that inconsistent policies and poor strategic planning could further destabilize the sector. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV, former Tourism Manager of Nigeria Airways, Irene Helen Efue, said the country’s policy framework has failed to adequately address the complex […]
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National Open University Student Who Gained Admission in 2018 Bags Degree after 8 Years, Posts Story
A lady celebrated as she bagged a degree after eight years instead of four years. Her experience caught people’s attention, as her story trended on social media.
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Yobe APC Aspirants Draw Battle Line Over Consensus Plot
The political temperature in Yobe State has climbed a notch as six governorship hopefuls of the All Progressives Congress pushed back against what they described as an attempted imposition of a consensus candidate ahead of the party’s primary election. Like a storm gathering on the horizon, the disagreement burst into the open after the aspirants accused some party actors […]
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NNL: Biffo thumbs up standard of Super four playoff
Former Kwara United technical adviser, Abdullahi Biffo, has lauded the Nigeria National League NNL, for improving the standard of the 2025-26 Super Four playoff. DAILY POST reports Sporting Lagos were crowned champions after edging Inter Lagos on superior goal difference on the final day of the competition. Biffor believed that the intensity of the competition […] NNL: Biffo thumbs up standard of Super four playoff
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2027: APC will dislodge PDP in Oyo – Adelabu
Immediate past Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will dislodge the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State.  Adebayo, who is one of the gubernatorial aspirants on the platform of APC, made this declaration in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Saturday.  The former minister announced […] 2027: APC will dislodge PDP in Oyo – Adelabu
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Kano SWAN Hails Maikaba’s Flying Eagles Appointment
The Kano State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has applauded the appointment of Abdu Maikaba as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s U-20 male national team, the Flying Eagles, by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The commendation was conveyed in a statement released on Friday in Kano by the chapter’s Secretary, […]
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NBBF Appoints David Fizdale As New Coach Of D’Tigers
Fizdale brings a wealth of NBA experience to the role, having previously served as head coach of the Memphis Grizzlies and New York Knicks. The post NBBF Appoints David Fizdale As New Coach Of D’Tigers appeared first on Channels Television.
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2027: Court cases avenue to ambush ADC, create clear pathway for APC – Ladan Salihu
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Ladan Salihu, has described the party’s court cases as an avenue to ambush the party and create a one-way traffic for the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2027 general elections. Salihu made this statement on Friday during a live appearance in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels […] 2027: Court cases avenue to ambush ADC, create clear pathway for APC – Ladan Salihu
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NNL: Aluo praises standard of 2026 Super Four playoff
 Nigeria National League, NNL, Chairman, George Aluo has commended the organization and quality of the 2025-26 Super Four playoff.  Aluo said the event marked a significant upgrade for the second-tier league. DAILY POST reports that the tournament took place at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. “The ambiance is excellent. This stadium is world-class outside […] NNL: Aluo praises standard of 2026 Super Four playoff
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Air Peace suspends Lagos-Gatwick departure over technical issue
West Africa's largest airline, Air Peace, has disclosed that its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service experienced a temporary disruption. The post Air Peace suspends Lagos-Gatwick departure over technical issue appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Two soldiers, many terrorists killed as Nigerian troops repel attack on military base, checkpoint
A spokesperson said the army recovered AK-47 rifles, machine guns, rocket-propelled grenade tubes, ammunition, magazines, bandoliers and other ordnance. The post Two soldiers, many terrorists killed as Nigerian troops repel attack on military base, checkpoint appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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‘No document found’ – Onanuga ridicules NDC over ‘missing’ manifesto
Onanuga said in a statement on Friday that the NDC was “a camp for the politically displaced and desperate,” while questioning the party’s readiness to govern. The post ‘No document found’ – Onanuga ridicules NDC over ‘missing’ manifesto appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AEDC announces two-day power outage at Lugbe, Airport road, others
The company said that during the period, electricity supply to the affected areas would be temporarily disrupted. The post AEDC announces two-day power outage at Lugbe, Airport road, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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U-20 WWCQ:Malawi captain Chinyamula eyes Falconets upset
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Malawi U-20 women’s national team captain Laticia Chinyamula says the team remains determined to put up a strong fight against Nigeria’s Falconets despite their first-leg defeat, Prompt News reports. The Young Scorchers are chasing a historic first-ever qualification for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Maggie Chombo’s side fell to a [...]
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APC Screens, Clears Kano Gov For Second Term
The party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, who led the exercise at the Plateau Governor’s Lodge, said the governor met all requirements. The post APC Screens, Clears Kano Gov For Second Term appeared first on Channels Television.
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Nesiama Lands World Athletics Mentorship Role At CAA Senior Athletics Championships
The former technical director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Omatseye Nesiama, has earned another major continental assignment after being selected for the prestigious World Athletics and Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Mentoring Programme for Referees. Nesiama, a retired military officer will participate in the programme during the 2026 African Championships scheduled to hold […]
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Dikko’s NSC Under Fire: “Colossal Failure” Looms For Nigerian Football, Says Reform Advocate
Harrison Jalla, Chairman of Advocacy for Nigeria Football Reform, has issued a scathing indictment of the National Sports Commission (NSC) under Mallam Shehu Dikko, warning that its tenure will be a “colossal failure” if it fails to address the deep-seated issues plaguing Nigerian football. Jalla’s statement emphasizes the urgent need for direct presidential intervention through […]
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Troops repel ISWAP-coordinated attack on military base in Yobe
The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled an ISWAP-coordinated attack on the headquarters of 27 Brigade, Buni Gari, and a nearby checkpoint in Yobe. The post Troops repel ISWAP-coordinated attack on military base in Yobe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Concern As BBNaija Star Ilebaye Cries For Help During Assault On Livestream
The winner of the 2023 All-Stars edition of Big Brother Naija reality TV show, Ilebaye Odiniya, has sparked concern among fans after appearing in an emotional live video in the early hours of Saturday, alleging she was assaulted by some men. In the shocking video, which has been widely circulated on social media, the reality […]
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Oloyede defends JAMB over hijab controversies, says incidents misunderstood
His remarks come amid repeated controversies involving Muslim candidates at Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the country in recent years, including incidents in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo and Abuja that generated public outrage and prompted responses from JAMB. The post Oloyede defends JAMB over hijab controversies, says incidents misunderstood appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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