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We’ll promote Tinubu’s agricultural policies – MOUAU female VC
MOUAU’s first female VC, Prof. Ursula Ngozi-Akanwa, pledges to promote President Tinubu’s agricultural policies and turn the university into a hub for inno Read More: https://punchng.com/well-promote-tinubus-agricultural-policies-mouau-female-vc/
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Expressions on people’s faces tell our story – Otti
Governor Alex Otti says his administration prioritizes measurable impact over publicity, arguing that residents’ experiences are the true billboards. Read More: https://punchng.com/expressions-on-peoples-faces-tell-our-story-otti/
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Diaspora groups endorse Tinubu for second term
Diaspora groups unite to endorse President Bola Tinubu’s second term bid for 2027, aiming to mobilize millions of voters for Nigeria’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/diaspora-groups-endorse-tinubu-for-second-term/
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Abia begins construction of first LG General Hospital
Governor Alex Otti lays the foundation for the first Abia General Hospital in Ukwa East, a project set to transform rural healthcare and save lives. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-begins-construction-of-first-lg-general-hospital/
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NCPC suspends Jerusalem pilgrimage after final batch’s return
The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission has suspended its Jerusalem pilgrimage exercise due to recent developments and a state of emergency in Israel. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncpc-suspends-jerusalem-pilgrimage-after-final-batchs-return/
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Stop market fires
Learn about the causes of persistent market fires in Nigeria and discover actionable solutions for governments and traders to prevent these costly disaster Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-market-fires/
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Jigawa APC elects state chairman, 35 other executives
The All Progressives Congress in Jigawa State elects Ahmad Garba as its new chairman and 35 others in a peaceful, consensus-driven state congress. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-apc-elects-state-chairman-35-other-executives/
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Police arrest three kidnap suspects, recover victim’s corpse in Edo
Edo State Police have arrested three Edo kidnap suspects and recovered the corpse of a victim, Edafe Oghenekome, in Ovia South-West Local Government Area. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-kidnap-suspects-recover-victims-corpse-in-edo/
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Kwara recruits 150 nurses, acquires MRI to boost healthcare
The Kwara State government advances its healthcare reform by recruiting 150 nurses and acquiring a modern MRI machine to improve diagnostic services. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-recruits-150-nurses-acquires-mri-to-boost-healthcare/
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Reactions as lady shares sad post about late biker Onifoto, mourns him
A Nigerian lady's emotional tribute to the late Onifoto has broken people's hearts. She shared her last moments with him and also spoke about her experience.
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Ayade, Minister, Jarigbe absent as Cross River APC elects new executives
The congress saw the emergence of Mr Chris Etta, a former member of the House of Representatives, as the Cross River APC chairman of the party as a consensus candidate.
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Francis Odega says Nollywood was better in his time, laments decline in movie quality
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Odega has opened up about the quality of movies in the film industry today compared to his time as a pioneer actor
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Top PDP aspirants joins Adedibu memorial Ramadan programme in Ibadan
Olufemi Ajadi, a chieftain and top governorship aspirant of the PDP, has joined the Adedibu memorial Ramadan programme in Ibadan with fresh humanitarian services.
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France deploys aircraft carrier to Mediterranean over Iran war
Amid a widening Mideast conflict, France is sending its flagship aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean to counter threats from Iran and secure key sea lane Read More: https://punchng.com/france-deploys-aircraft-carrier-to-mediterranean-over-iran-war/
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Struggling Wolves stun Liverpool with dramatic late winner
As the clock ticked deep into added time, André collected possession outside the box in the 94th minute and tried his luck from distance. His effort took a decisive deflection, wrong-footing Alisson and rolling into the net to restore Wolves’ lead at 2–1.
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Nigerian girl goes viral after speaking 'egg language' to her mother
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a young girl spoke 'egg language' to her mother. Netizens reacted massively to the post
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EPL: Liverpool rocked by last-gasp 2-1 defeat at Wolves
Liverpool suffered an embarrassing 2-1 defeat at Wolves as Andre's stoppage-time strike sealed a dramatic victory for the Premier League's bottom club on Tuesday. The post EPL: Liverpool rocked by last-gasp 2-1 defeat at Wolves appeared first on Vanguard News.
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“Deliver two million votes for Tinubu,” Sani, Abbas task new Kaduna APC exco
Sankay, who is Special Adviser on Peace and Conflict Resolution to the governor was adopted after consultations with stakeholders in APC across the state’s 23 local government areas.
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Lassa Fever: Nigeria records 82 cases, 20 deaths in one week– NCDC
New infections were reported in Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo, Plateau, Gombe, Nasarawa, Kano, Ebonyi, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kogi, Kebbi, Kaduna, and Benue states. The post Lassa Fever: Nigeria records 82 cases, 20 deaths in one week– NCDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EPL: Andre’s Late goal seals 2-1 victory for Wolves over Liverpool
Andre scored a 94th-minute winner as bottom club Wolves beat the defending Premier League champions Liverpool. Mohamed Salah looked to have rescued a point for Liverpool after Rodrigo Gomes gave The post EPL: Andre’s Late goal seals 2-1 victory for Wolves over Liverpool appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Yobe APC chairman re-elected after congress
Alhaji Muhammad Gadaka has been re-elected as the Yobe APC Chairman following a peaceful and transparent state congress held in Damaturu. Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-apc-chairman-re-elected-after-congress/
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Atletico hammered but hold off Barca to reach Copa del Rey final
Atletico Madrid struggled through a 3-0 Copa del Rey semi-final second leg defeat at Barcelona on Tuesday but scraped into the final 4-3 on aggregate. The post Atletico hammered but hold off Barca to reach Copa del Rey final appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Asake Surprises Mum With A New G-Wagon
‎ ‎Nigerian singer, Ahmed Ololade, known as Asake, has surprised his mother with a new G-Wagon. ‎ ‎In a video posted online, the musician was seen taking his mother around to see the gift. She was astonished by the new ride, hugging her son, after which she entered the G-Wagon to check it out. ‎The […]
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Ex-US president Clinton explains hot tub, pool photos from Epstein files
Former President Bill Clinton offers an explanation for viral hot tub and pool photos released as part of the Jeffrey Epstein files during testimony. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-us-president-clinton-explains-hot-tub-pool-photos-from-epstein-files/
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Copa del Rey: Holders Barcelona exit after Atletico Madrid seal 4-3 aggregate win
Barcelona threatened an epic comeback against Atletico Madrid but came up short as the holders exited the Copa del Rey at the semi-final stage after a dramatic 4-3 defeat on The post Copa del Rey: Holders Barcelona exit after Atletico Madrid seal 4-3 aggregate win appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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UK, Sultan, Kukah, Others Back Inclusive Peacebuilding In Northwest
The United Kingdom, alongside key religious and community leaders, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting inclusive, gender-responsive peacebuilding initiatives in Northwest Nigeria. The pledge was made on Tuesday at the 2026 Northwest Regional Conference on Women, Peace and Security, organized by Global Rights and Partners West Africa Nigeria (PWAN). The conference, with the the theme: […]
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Abia introduces cashless payment for shuttle bus services
The rollout was announced on Sunday, 1 March. The post Abia introduces cashless payment for shuttle bus services appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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War, Politics Clouding World Cup On 100-Day Countdown
This summer's unprecedented 48-team World Cup with 104 matches across the US, Canada and Mexico had been an alluring prospect. The post War, Politics Clouding World Cup On 100-Day Countdown appeared first on Channels Television.
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Council Suspends Medical Director, 2 Doctors Over Death Of Chimamanda’s Son
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has suspended the Medical Director of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Dr. Tunde Majekodunmi, along with two other doctors, after finding a prima facie case of medical negligence in the care of 21-month-old Nkanu Adichie-Esege. Nkanu, son of renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege, passed […]
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I’d rather die than betray my benefactor, Yobe gov declares
The Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, has declared that he would rather forfeit his life than betray his political benefactor and predecessor, Ibrahim Gaidam. ‎Buni made the declaration on Tuesday while addressing delegates at the just-concluded All Progressives Congress congress held in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital. ‎“I would rather die than betray Read More: https://punchng.com/id-rather-die-than-betray-my-benefactor-yobe-gov-declares/
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War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown
Donald Trump's brutal immigration crackdown, polarized politics and a war unleashed on Iran have tarnished the global image of the United States just under 100 days before millions of fans are expected to visit for the World Cup. The post War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Chukwunweike, 36 Others Elected APC Enugu Excos As Mbah Lists Gains Of Connecting To The Centre
The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected Dr. Martin Chukwunweike as Chairman and Hon. Chukwudi Nnadozie as Secretary of a 37-man new executive of the…
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APC Retains Omale-Led Executives In Benue
MAKURDI – The All Progressives Congress (APC), in Benue State, on Tuesday, conducted its State Congresses where it affirmed and retained the Benjamin Omale-led State Executives of the party in…
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No more mounting of roadblocks to collect taxes, FG says
Adesokan said that the regulations would entrench transparency and equity in tax administration, especially within the commerce and informal sectors.
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COAS tasks Army Special Forces on decisive dominance against terrorists
Shaibu gave the directive during his maiden operational visit to the Command on Tuesday in Doma, Nasarawa State. The post COAS tasks Army Special Forces on decisive dominance against terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Food Security: Kaduna Showcases Gains Ahead Of NIPR Week 2026
As Kaduna State prepares to host the 2026 Annual Week and National Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), the commissioner for information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, has outlined concrete milestones underscoring the state’s readiness and reform trajectory. Receiving the NIPR national planning committee led by Chief Yomi Badejo-Okusanya, at the Ministry of Information, […]
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