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APC suspends Jigawa rep, six others over anti-party activities
The APC in Jigawa State has suspended a House of Representatives member, Ibrahim Kamfani Auyo, and six others for alleged anti-party activities. Read more Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-suspends-jigawa-rep-six-others-over-anti-party-activities/
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Enugu dismisses reported attack as false
Enugu State Government dismisses social media reports of an attack in Awgu LGA as false and misleading, urging residents to disregard unverified informatio Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-dismisses-reported-attack-as-false/
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One feared killed, three injured in Plateau tricycle crash
A fatal Plateau tricycle crash near Lamingo Golf Club in Jos has left one passenger dead and three others injured. Potholes cited as a cause. Read More: https://punchng.com/one-feared-killed-three-injured-in-plateau-tricycle-crash/
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Joshua says Fury fight means nothing without victory
Anthony Joshua emphasizes that his highly anticipated fight with Tyson Fury means nothing without a win, as he prepares for a warm-up bout. Read More: https://punchng.com/joshua-says-fury-fight-means-nothing-without-victory/
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LG boss urges calm, warns against profiling new arrivals in Lagos communities
Ibeju-Lekki LG Chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Olowa, urges calm and warns against ethnic profiling amidst concerns over new arrivals in Lagos communities. Report Read More: https://punchng.com/lg-boss-urges-calm-warns-against-profiling-new-arrivals-in-lagos-communities/
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Nigerian Navy @ 70: Tinubu Commissions Three Warships, Vows Sustained Maritime Security Investments
June 1 (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu on Monday lauded the Nigerian Navy for seven decades of safeguarding the nation’s maritime domain, describing the Service as a critical pillar of national and regional security, as he commissioned three new naval vessels during the 2026 International Fleet Review in Lagos. The President, who served as the […] The post Nigerian Navy @ 70: Tinubu Commissions Three Warships, Vows Sustained Maritime Security Investments appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Police dismiss ‘bandit invasion’ rumours in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has issued an urgent rebuttal to viral social media posts claiming that armed bandits have invaded several communities, including Ibeju-Lekki, Imota, and Oke-Afo, targeting schools and children. The post Police dismiss ‘bandit invasion’ rumours in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027 presidency: Babachir predicts winner after dumping ADC
Former SGF Babachir Lawal predicted President Tinubu's landslide victory in 2027, condemning Atiku's rigging efforts in the electoral landscape of Nigeria.
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VIDEO: Obi flees from struggles, likes ‘Mama Put’ politics – Wike
Nyesom Wike slams Peter Obi, stating he “flees from struggles” and prefers “Mama Put” politics, lacking the resilience for national leadership. Read Wike’s Read More: https://punchng.com/video-obi-flees-from-struggles-likes-mama-put-politics-wike/
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Cute Abiola’s apology to Patience Jonathan has Nigerians talking
Popular content creator Cute Abiola has sparked fresh conversations on Nigeria's long-running insecurity crisis after publicly apologising to former First Lady Patience Jonathan over a viral video in which she broke down in tears following the abduction of schoolgirls during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.
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Police arrest suspects over false bandit attack alarm in Oyo
The Police Command in Oyo State has arrested two suspects in connection with alleged deliberate dissemination of false information about bandits killing six persons in Lamini Community, Ido Local Government Area of the state. The post Police arrest suspects over false bandit attack alarm in Oyo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PSC dismisses fake police recruitment shortlist
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has dismissed a fake police recruitment shortlist circulating online. Get official updates on the ongoing police recrui Read More: https://punchng.com/psc-dismisses-fake-police-recruitment-shortlist/
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Lagos Govt, Police Dismiss Rumoured Bandit Attacks In Eleko, Imota
The Lagos State Government and the Lagos State Police Command have dismissed reports of a suspected bandit attack in parts of the state, describing the claims as false, misleading and capable of causing unnecessary panic among residents. The rumour triggered anxiety on Monday across communities around Eleko in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area and Imota Local […]
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Mobilise support for Tinubu’s second term, Soludo urges women
Anambra State Governor Soludo tasks women coordinators to mobilise support for President Tinubu’s second term, emphasising strategic participation and avoi Read More: https://punchng.com/mobilise-support-for-tinubus-second-term-soludo-urges-women/
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Chelsea announce deal for Osagie
Chelsea on Monday announced that Academy defender Justin Osagie has signed a new contract with the club. The new deal will keep Osagie at the Premier League west London club until 2029. Osagie joined Chelsea during the opening months of the 2025/26 season. He has quickly established himself as an important part of the club’s […] Chelsea announce deal for Osagie
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Delta community unveils free ambulance service with N10m take-off fund
Asaba community in Delta State launches a free ambulance service with N10m take-off fund to boost emergency healthcare for all residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-community-unveils-free-ambulance-service-with-n10m-take-off-fund/
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18 players hit Super Eagles’ Warsaw camp ahead Poland friendly 
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  18 players are currently in the Super Eagles camp in Warsaw ahead of the international friendly against Poland, Prompt News Online reports. The Super Eagles opened camp for the clash with the Europeans on Monday morning. Captain of the team, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, Akor Adams, Paul Onuachu, and Frank Onyeka [...]
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Abuja emerges top destination for Nigerians considering relocation — Report
According to the report, Abuja received 65 mentions from respondents who said they were likely to relocate from their current locations, more than any other destination identified in the survey. The post Abuja emerges top destination for Nigerians considering relocation — Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ogun Police debunk viral kidnap alarm, confirm suspects as officers
The Command expressed concern over the ordeal suffered by the officers, who were subjected to public suspicion, photographs, and video recordings before police intervention established their true identities. The post Ogun Police debunk viral kidnap alarm, confirm suspects as officers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kano lawmaker Muhammad Tomas dumps NDC, returns to APC
A member of the Kano State House of Assembly representing Makoda Constituency, Hon. Muhammad Ahmad Tomas, has left the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) and returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Tomas made his return known on Monday during a visit to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, at his residence in Abuja. […] Kano lawmaker Muhammad Tomas dumps NDC, returns to APC
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Breaking: Influential African president visits Tinubu at private residence
A popular and influential newly sworn in African president visited President Bola Tinubu at his private resident in Bourdillon. The video of the moment is trending.
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Reps To Probe FG’s Real Estate Investment Fund
The House of Representatives Committee on Housing and Habitat has commenced moves to investigate the operations of the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), a flagship federal government housing finance initiative aimed at expanding access to affordable home ownership for Nigerians. The investigative hearing is scheduled to begin tomorrow, with the […]
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Florida sues OpenAI, Altman, says ChatGPT harms kids
Florida’s Attorney General sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging ChatGPT endangers young users through addiction and harmful content. Learn more about t Read More: https://punchng.com/florida-sues-openai-ceo-altman-over-chatgpt-harm-to-minors/
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Global AI Infrastructure Spending To Hit $600bn In 2026 — Report
Global technology companies are projected to spend more than $600 billion on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in 2026, as the rapidly expanding AI Factory market moves into what analysts describe as an “industrialisation phase,” according to a new report by Omdia. The market research firm said cumulative global investment in data centres could reach nearly […]
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OG Milan: Ex-police officer, four others remanded over viral killing of Delta singer
The five suspects, including a dismissed ASP, have been remanded by a Delta State High Court over the viral killing of singer OG Millan, who was fatally shot while handcuffed. The post OG Milan: Ex-police officer, four others remanded over viral killing of Delta singer appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu Commissions 3 Naval Vessels, Says Anti-Oil Theft Operations Boosted Oil Output
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, commended the Nigerian Navy for its seven decades of commitment and sacrifice in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime domain and protecting the nation’s economic interests. Tinubu spoke at the 2026 International Fleet Review held at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront, Lagos, as part of events to commemorate the Navy’s 70th Anniversary, where the […]
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Supreme Court endorses Unity, Providus bank merger
The Nigerian Supreme Court has approved the merger between Unity Bank and Providus Bank, clearing the way for the two banks to become one institution.
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Ogidi: Family Of Murdered Musician Says They Are Not Updated On Court Case
The family of the late 28-year-old Delta State musician and delivery worker, Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Millan, has expressed frustration over what they described as poor communication and lack of official updates regarding court proceedings in the case of his killing by police officers. The family said they were not properly informed about […]
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No attack in Enugu community – State govt
Enugu State Government has dismissed as false and misleading, reports circulating on social media platforms alleging that innocent citizens were attacked in Awgu, Awgu Council Area of the state. The post No attack in Enugu community – State govt appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nearly 9 in 10 Cross River residents consider leaving state amid worsening services — Report
The report, conducted by SBM Intelligence, an Africa-focused geopolitical and market intelligence firm, warns that the state risks a demographic haemorrhage if urgent reforms are not implemented. The post Nearly 9 in 10 Cross River residents consider leaving state amid worsening services — Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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CBN Reshuffles Deputy Governors
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a redeployment of its four Deputy Governors, with the changes taking effect from June 1, 2026. Details published on the apex bank’s official website show a realignment of responsibilities among the senior management team as the institution continues to implement its monetary, regulatory and financial stability mandates. […]
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NUPRC Rules Out Oil Production Disruption, Amid Workers’ Strike
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has rules out disruption of Nigeria’s oil and gas production, even as workers shut down the regulator’s offices and halted its administrative operations nationwide. Staff — many of them members of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) — blocked access to the Nigerian […]
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Biashara Afrika in Lome 2026: From AfCFTA talkshop to trade action, By Ehi Braimah
On Sunday 17 May, we flew from Lagos and landed in Lome, the capital of Togo in the West African sub-region for the third edition of Biashara Afrika, the premier continental business forum that brings together African heads of state, ministers, policy makers, SMEs, investors, and entrepreneurs to accelerate the African Continental Free Trade Area […] The post Biashara Afrika in Lome 2026: From AfCFTA talkshop to trade action, By Ehi Braimah appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: Remi Tinubu Rallies APC Women On Grassroots Mobilisation, Trust Building
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged women leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to intensify grassroots mobilisation and build trust among supporters, saying political success depends on sustained engagement with the people. Speaking during a meeting with APC women leaders from across the country, Senator Tinubu said politics is fundamentally about […]
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2027 Elections: No One Can Face Tinubu If Parameter Is Rigging, Ex-SGF Lawal Alleges
President Tinubu recently secured the presidential ticket of the ruling party for the 2027 election and is expected to face strong opposition from candidates of rival parties, including Atiku and Obi. The post 2027 Elections: No One Can Face Tinubu If Parameter Is Rigging, Ex-SGF Lawal Alleges appeared first on Channels Television.
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Wike Faults 2027 Jonathan Comeback Speculation
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed speculation over a possible return of former President Goodluck Jonathan to the 2027 presidential race, saying no politician is compelled by public sentiment to contest elections. Wike made the remarks during his monthly media parley in Abuja on Monday, while responding to questions on […]
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