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S’Court judgment: PDP without leadership, party organs will step in — Turaki’s camp
The Former Minister of Special Duties, Tanimu Turaki (SAN) camp has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party is currently without a defined leadership following the ruling of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, but expressed confidence that the party’s constitutional organs will swiftly step in to rescue the situation and reconstitute its leadership. Turaki’s camp’s National Read More: https://punchng.com/scourt-judgment-pdp-without-leadership-party-organs-will-step-in-turakis-camp/
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Obi–Kwankwaso ticket will drive Nigeria’s rebirth, says Obidient Movement
The Obidient Movement calls for an Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, arguing a merger would drive Nigeria’s rebirth and create a formidable electoral force for 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-kwankwaso-ticket-will-drive-nigerias-rebirth-says-obidient-movement/
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Abia APC zones governorship ticket to central senatorial district
The Abia State APC has zoned its 2027 governorship ticket to the Abia Central Senatorial District to promote equity, justice, and fairness within the party Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-apc-zones-governorship-ticket-to-central-senatorial-district/
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Vigilantes beat, kill mentally challenged Kogi varsity student
A 400-level Kogi varsity student, Andrew Aziko, with mental health challenges, was allegedly tortured and killed by vigilantes at a health college in Okpo. Read More: https://punchng.com/vigilantes-beat-kill-mentally-challenged-kogi-varsity-student/
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BREAKING: Supreme Court restores Mark’s ADC leadership, voids status quo order
The Supreme Court voids a status quo order in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership crisis, holding such orders cannot survive concluded proceed Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-supreme-court-restores-marks-adc-leadership-voids-status-quo-order/
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Edo NLC factions divided over May Day celebration
Conflicting directives emerge as Edo NLC factions clash over the May Day celebration, with one group calling for a boycott and the other proceeding. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-nlc-factions-divided-over-may-day-celebration/
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Kogi PDP chair hails Supreme Court judgment
The Kogi State PDP Chairman, Muhammed Gambo, reacts to the Supreme Court ruling, calling it proof that the party is the darling of Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-pdp-chair-hails-supreme-court-judgment/
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Alaafin says insecurity requires innovative solutions
The Alaafin of Oyo discusses Nigeria’s insecurity, stressing the need for innovative, context-specific solutions and an integrated national security strate Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-says-insecurity-requires-innovative-solutions/
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Osun senatorial aspirant lauds Adeleke’s projects
An Osun senatorial aspirant praises Governor Adeleke’s projects, saying they reduce poverty and improve welfare, boosting his re-election chances. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-senatorial-aspirant-lauds-adelekes-projects/
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Tinubu Appoints Lanre Babalola As Special Adviser On Power
April 30, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Minister of Power, Mr Rilwan Lanre Babalola, as his Special Adviser on Power and Chairman of the Presidential Taskforce on Power Sector Reset and Restoration, in a move to accelerate reforms and improve electricity supply across the country. The appointment, announced on Thursday by the […] The post Tinubu Appoints Lanre Babalola As Special Adviser On Power appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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BREAKING: Supreme Court rules in favour of David Mark in ADC leadership battle
But the decision is not the final on the ADC matter as the Supreme Court ordered that the Federal High Court in Abuja where the suit originated from should see the stalled proceedings to the end. The post BREAKING: Supreme Court rules in favour of David Mark in ADC leadership battle appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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CITN urges members to support tax reforms
The CITN calls on members to support new Nigeria tax reforms, which demand higher competence and ethics from professionals guiding businesses and individua Read More: https://punchng.com/citn-urges-members-to-support-tax-reforms/
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Mainoo Commits Long-Term Future To Man Utd With New Deal Until 2031
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future. England international Mainoo, 21, had agreed his previous deal shortly before breaking into the first team in 2023, and it was due to expire in 2027, though there was an option to extend […]
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NRS launches REV360, marks transition to digital tax administration
“This is about creating a future where tax administration is not a burden, but an enabler of national development,” the NRS boss, Mr Adedeji, stated. The post NRS launches REV360, marks transition to digital tax administration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ashley Young To Retire From Football At The End of The Season
Ashley Young has announced his retirement at the end of the season, following a career spanning 23 years and including spells at Manchester United, Aston Villa, Inter Milan and Everton. Young, 40, currently plays for Ipswich Town and said he hopes to help the club achieve promotion back to the Premier League on the final […]
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U-20 WWCQ: Malawi coach names final squad for Falconets clash
Malawi head coach Maggie Chombo has named 20 players in his final squad for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria’s Falconets. Chombo included three goalkeepers, five defenders, eight midfielders, and four strikers in the squad. The Young Scorchers will face Nigeria in the first leg on Saturday. Malawi will host the […] U-20 WWCQ: Malawi coach names final squad for Falconets clash
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NUC Approves Full Accreditation To 20 AAUA Programmes
Reacting to the development, the Vice Chancellor, Olugbenga Ige, showered praise on the NUC for its unwavering dedication to quality and high standards across Nigerian universities. The post NUC Approves Full Accreditation To 20 AAUA Programmes appeared first on Channels Television.
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1,000 Enugu pregnant women get health insurance
An NGO has provided free health insurance for 1,000 pregnant women in Enugu State to remove financial barriers and improve access to antenatal care. Read More: https://punchng.com/1000-enugu-pregnant-women-get-health-insurance/
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NDLEA Arrests Suspected Drug Dealer After Escape Attempt In Kano
A suspected drug dealer has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano after attempting a dramatic escape by jumping from the second floor of a building at the Audu Bako Secretariat. The arrest, which occurred on April 30, was part of the agency’s ongoing “Operation Sharar Mafaka” targeting […]
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Breaking: Tinubu announces powerful appointment amid sector crisis
President Bola Tinubu has given appointment to popular former minister amid sector power. The politician will be controlling two offices under Tinubu's government.
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Supreme Court Verdict Has Left PDP Without Defined Leadership, Turaki-Led Group Claims
The Tanimu Turaki-led bloc within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that the party is currently without a clearly defined leadership structure following the Supreme Court judgment on the suspension of key members of the Nyesom Wike-backed camp. In a statement signed by Comrade Ini Ememobong, spokesperson for what the group describes as the […]
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Kwara reviews immunisation progress, pledges improvement
The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its resolve to strengthen immunisation efforts as part of a broader strategy to combat polio and other preventable childhood diseases across the state. The Deputy Governor, Kayode Alabi, made this known in Ilorin, the state capital, on Thursday during a review meeting on the Abuja Commitment, where stakeholders, including Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-reviews-immunisation-progress-pledges-improvement/
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Umahi Pegs Bodo-Bonny Road Construction At N150bn
The Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, has said the construction of 8.9-kilometre dualised road connecting Bodo-Bonny to the East-West Road would cost N150billion. He disclosed this when he received the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas, Adeleye Falade, at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Umahi in a […]
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Attorney general seeks deregistration of non-performing political parties
Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi argued in court that retaining parties without electoral seats was unconstitutional and strained Nigeria’s resources.
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Alake Rallies Africa To Maximise Mineral Wealth
Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Oladele Alake, has called for a united African approach to harness the continent’s vast mineral resources and secure greater value from the global mineral economy. According to a statement by the minister s special assistant on media, Lara Owo-eye Wise, Alake made this call while speaking at the Kenya […]
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West Brom Appoint Morrison As New Head Coach
West Bromwich Albion have appointed James Morrison as head coach on a two-year contract after steering the club to Championship safety. The former Baggies midfielder, 39, stepped up on an interim basis after Eric Ramsay was sacked in late February and was put in charge until the end of the campaign a week later. Under […]
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BREAKING: Supreme Court voids INEC’s derecognition of David Mark as ADC national chairman
The Supreme Court has vacated the order of the Court of Appeal which barred the recognition of David Mark as the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The apex court on Thursday held that the preservative order by the Court of Appeal was in bad faith, unnecessary, unwarranted and improper. In a unanimous […] BREAKING: Supreme Court voids INEC’s derecognition of David Mark as ADC national chairman
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NIS DG, Shaibu, Applauds NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel, Urges Stronger Commitment To Public Health
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has commended the leadership of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT, for spearheading a timely public health awareness campaign, describing the initiative as both necessary and impactful in the current national climate. Shaibu […]
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Customs Seize N18.96bn Cannabis Hidden In Imported Vehicles At Lagos Port
The Tin-Can Island command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has intercepted a massive consignment of illicit drugs valued at N18.96 billion at a Lagos port, uncovering thousands of packages of cannabis concealed inside imported vehicles. The seizure, carried out by officers of the command under the leadership of the Customs Area Controller, Frank Onyeka, […]
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No victor, no vanquished, let’s unite – Enugu PDP chair on Supreme Court judgment
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Enugu State chapter, Mr Vitus Okechi, has called on the party faithful to unite as, according to him, the issues bedeviling the party have been resolved. Okechi made the call on Thursday while reacting to the ruling by the Supreme Court nullifying the Ibadan convention. The convention, which […] No victor, no vanquished, let’s unite – Enugu PDP chair on Supreme Court judgment
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NISO Imposes Load Shedding After Egbin’s Total Generation Collapse
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) imposed load shedding measures following a total generation collapse at Egbin Power Station, impacting electricity supply across Nigeria, especially in the Lagos region. The system operator noted that on April 28, 2026, at about 8:21pm, Egbin – the largest plant on the national grid – dropped from approximately 641MW […]
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BREAKING: Supreme Court affirms David Mark as ADC national chairman
The Supreme Court has affirmed David Mark as the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The apex court gave the judgment on Thursday in one of the landmark rulings that will shape the 2027 general election. The apex court, in a unanimous decision by a five-member panel headed by Justice Mohammed Lawal Garba, […] BREAKING: Supreme Court affirms David Mark as ADC national chairman
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BREAKING: NASU, SSANU begin indefinite strike Friday
Nigerian university unions NASU and SSANU have declared an indefinite nationwide strike starting Friday over failed negotiations with the Federal Governmen Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-nasu-ssanu-begin-indefinite-strike-friday/
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Breaking: Supreme Court “restores” David Mark ADC leadership
The panel rendered its verdict in a unanimous decision
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“I am a street girl”: Bimbo Ademoye clashes with thugs on movie set, video trends online
Actress Bimbo Ademoye goes viral after confronting area boys during a film shoot, highlighting Nollywood's challenges with thug extortion in Lagos.
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ADC Crisis: Supreme Court Sets Aside Appeal Court Decision On Status Quo Ante-Bellum
The Supreme Court has asked parties to return to the Federal High Court for the determination of the suit filed by Bala Gombe against the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC). The court sets aside the Appeal Court decision that asked partiea to maintain status quo ante-bellum The Apex court said the right order that […]
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