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Why I criticised Tinubu’s tax reform openly — Nasarawa gov
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INEC extends candidate submission deadline to Tuesday
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NAN institutionalises quarterly fitness walks to boost staff wellness, productivity
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Two Years After Supreme Court Ruling, N10.48tn LG Allocations Still Not Paid Directly
August 09, (THEWILL) — Two years after the Supreme Court ordered that Federation Account allocations due to Nigeria’s 774 local government councils be paid directly to them, the financial autonomy granted by the judgment has yet to be fully implemented. The Supreme Court delivered its landmark judgment on July 11, 2024, ordering the Federal Government […] The post Two Years After Supreme Court Ruling, N10.48tn LG Allocations Still Not Paid Directly appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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END OF AN ERA: Tony Elumelu, the Africapitalist Bows Out After Transforming UBA into Africa’s Banking Giant
August 09, (THEWILL) — On August 21, 2026, one of the longest-serving and most influential boardroom gurus in Nigeria’s corporate governance world and financial services industry will step aside. He is Mr Tony Onyemaechi Elumelu. After 12 years, Elumelu will relinquish the position of Group Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), which he helped reshape, […] The post END OF AN ERA: Tony Elumelu, the Africapitalist Bows Out After Transforming UBA into Africa’s Banking Giant appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Shiloh 2026: Bishop David Oyedepo announces fresh development
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“We will challenge it vigorously” – FIFA fires back as pressure mounts on Infantino
The controversy comes at a particularly difficult moment for Infantino, who is facing increasing resistance from UEFA and several European football associations over his abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal.
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Tinubu’s reforms drove Nasarawa allocation up 300% to N16bn, says gov
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13 Residents Killed In Benue By Suspected Herdsmen Receive Mass Burial
No fewer than 13 residents of Efeyi community in Otukpo local government area of Benue State killed by suspected armed herdsmen were laid to rest in an emotional mass burial. Grieving family members and sympathisers trooped out early on Saturday to bid them farewell. Lying in white caskets, the victims were laid down after prayers […]
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Nigeria, China deepen partnership to boost agriculture, exports
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APGA candidate withdraws from Osun election, backs APC’s Oyebamiji
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FIFA condemns ‘concerted effort’ to weaken Infantino
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Otti celebrates Ngige, Obiano on their birthday
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Morocco knock out South Africa, book WAFCON semi-final spot, World Cup ticket
Morocco doubled their advantage in the 52nd minute when Hanane Aït El Haj converted from the penalty spot.
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Super Falcons to face Morocco in WAFCON 2026 semi-final if they beat Cameroon
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17 soldiers, others killed as buses collide in Niger
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16 Rescued, 3 Found Unconscious After Kano Building Collapse
Sixteen people were rescued alive while three others were found unconscious after a residential building collapsed at Dan Dishe, Kwanar Yashi, in Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State, on Saturday. The Kano State Fire Service disclosed this in a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, ACFO Saminu Yusif Abdullahi. Abdullahi explained that the […]
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Carrick says being ‘careful’ with Mount as Man Utd draw with PSG
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Special Marshal members urged to serve humanity with passion, integrity
Members of the Special Marshals arm of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have been charged to discharge their duties with passion, The post Special Marshal members urged to serve humanity with passion, integrity appeared first on Tribune Online.
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NAICE 2026: Sepha Energies Seeks Sustainable Financing For Indigenous Oil Firms
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sepha Energies Limited, Engr. Sandra Ekpe Agho, has called for improved access to sustainable financing for indigenous oil and gas companies, warning that inadequate capital could undermine efforts to deepen local content in Nigeria’s petroleum industry. Speaking at the 49th Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE 2026) of […]
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Kano spends N1.5bn on mass wedding
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Revealed: What Villarreal coach said after Victor Osimhen's fight with Santiago Mourino
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Hamzat reveals what must happen before Alaba Market roads are reconstructed
The deputy governor said the government remained committed to working with market leaders and other stakeholders to transform Alaba International Market into a more functional and sustainable commercial centre.
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WAEC 2026 candidate reacts to his unexpected grade in English language
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Full list of pentecostal churches in Nigeria and their leaders
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‘Patriotic leader’ – Defence minister hails APC National Chairman at 58
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14,000 athletes 14,000 Athletes To Storm Lagos For First National Intermediate Sports Festival Storm Lagos For first National Intermediate Sports Festival
14,000 athletes 14,000 Athletes To Storm Lagos For First National Intermediate Sports Festival Storm Lagos For first National Intermediate Sports Festival
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“Everybody is engaging their Wives” – Fayose links Rural blackouts to population growth
“After 7 o’clock, it gets dark there,” Fayose said, stressing that residents in such communities often have little else to occupy their time.
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Osun guber: APGA candidate steps down, backs APC’s Oyebamiji
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Osun State, Prince Adesina Adeyemi-Doro, has stepped down from the August 15 governorship race and declared his support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji. Adeyemi-Doro announced his decision at a press conference in Osogbo on Saturday, urging his supporters and […] The post Osun guber: APGA candidate steps down, backs APC’s Oyebamiji appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Muslim World League to commission cardiac centre in Kaduna
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AHF opens applications for HIV/TB media reporting project, targets seven states
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria has opened applications for journalists to participate in its 2026 HIV & TB Media Reporting Project aimed at strengthening ethical, The post AHF opens applications for HIV/TB media reporting project, targets seven states appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Tinubu Has Priced Nigerians Out Of Decent Living – Atiku
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of worsening the economic hardship facing Nigerians, saying many households can no longer afford homes, cars and basic household items. Atiku made the allegation in a statement issued on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant […]
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Nigeria seeks stronger Sahel, Lake Chad ties
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Troops disrupt terrorist logistics, neutralise IED threat, arrest suspects in Zamfara
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Tears, anger in Benue as 16 Otukpo attack victims buried
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Infantino denies having affair, paying off ex-lover while at UEFA
Infantino has categorically denied the allegations, according to the article which was published late on Friday. The post Infantino denies having affair, paying off ex-lover while at UEFA appeared first on Vanguard News.
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