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Belgium to appoint Mark van Bommel as head coach
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Soldiers rescue 27 kidnap victims, foil abduction attempts in Sokoto, Zamfara
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I pray Nigeria gets a winning Christian-Christian ticket — Nasarawa gov
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Aiyedatiwa offers automatic jobs to seven outstanding corps members
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2027: Tinubu Supporters Dismiss Kwankwaso’s Criticism Of Muslim-Muslim Ticket
 Supporters of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have dismissed renewed criticism of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket by former Kano State Governor and vice-presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, insisting that the issue is no longer politically significant ahead of the 2027 general elections. The supporters were reacting […] 
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Infrastructure: Appointees, Monarchs Assure Tinubu, Ododo Of Kogi People’s Support In 2027
 Members of the Kogi State Executive and Traditional Councils, have assured President Bola Tinubu and Govenror Usman Ahmed Ododo of the massive support of people of the state for their re-election bids in 2027. While Tinubu is the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the January 16, 2027 presidential election, Ododo is likely […] 
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What happened to Tylor Chase? The story of the 'Ned's Declassified' star
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How to apply for FG’s loan for laptops, smartphones, others
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Labour Party Endorses Okereke-Bintu Ticket For 2027 Victory
 The National Leadership of the Labour Party yesterday formally endorsed the presidential ticket of Dr Chibuzo Okereke and Hajia Bintu Konto for the 2027 general election during an interactive session at its National Secretariat in Abuja. The session was convened to reaffirm the party’s unity and strategic direction ahead of 2027, with the leadership declaring […] 
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Reps Urge FG To Address Shoreline Erosion, Save Industrial Project In Bayelsa
 The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to address the shoreline erosion threatening the Eraskorp Industrial Park, Gbarain in Bayelsa state. This followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Hon. Oforji Oboku at the plenary yesterday. Motion the motion, Oboku stated that, the shoreline erosion specifically threatened […] 
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REA appointment: Fayose a grassroot politician – Shehu Sani 
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Lawyer faults Cross River Assembly over same-sex marriage bill
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Middle Belt Forum Rejects Northern Security Trust Fund
 The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has rejected the Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund (NNSTF), urging governors of Middle Belt states to withdraw from the initiative and invest security funds directly in protecting their respective states. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its national spokesman, Luka Binniyat, the forum said. At the same […] 
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Police Launch Manhunt For Killers Of 4 Persons In Anambra
 The Anambra State Police Command has launched a search for the killers of four persons in a settlement in Awka, the state capital. According to the spokesperson of the state police command, Tochukwu Ikenga, the assailants who stormed the Agu Ifite-Awka with dangerous weapons in the early hours of yesterday also killed about six cows […] 
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Why is Stevie leaving GMM? Everything we know about her next chapter
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Reps Demand Comprehensive Audit Of Recovered Assets Since 1999
 The House of Representatives has called for a comprehensive audit of all assets seized, forfeited, recovered, managed, disposed of or repatriated by government institutions since the country’s return to democratic rule in 1999. Following the adoption of a motion sponsored by the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency of Abia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, at plenary […] 
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Find out 5 requirements Nigerians need to qualify for FG loan to buy phone, laptop
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‘Misleading’ – Shehu Sani faults claims Abacha died of cardiac arrest during intercourse 
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PFIPC scandal: Tinubu trapped, should apologize, resign – Atiku
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How To Build A Mobile Banking App In Nigeria: Technology, Compliance And Launch Strategy
 Nigeria’s financial services landscape is being reshaped by mobile-first behaviour, and the scale of activity now flowing through mobile channels illustrates how far this shift has progressed. Four of the country’s largest banks — GTCO, UBA, Zenith Bank and First Bank — together processed roughly $208 billion in mobile banking transactions over the course of […] 
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Defence minister denies quitting, threatens court action
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Senate expands Safe Schools probe to TETFund, NELFUND
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Godzilla vs Kong child star Kaylee Hottle passes away after tragic car crash
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Christopher Musa not resigning as Defence Minister – Presidency
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‘There will be no peace until Berom Militias stop killing our herders, cows’ – Fulani group
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US bombs Iran for 11th consecutive night
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‘The pain is so great’: Messi breaks silence after World Cup Final heartbreak
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After surprise visit to offices, Yobe govt issues stern warning to workers 
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Cartoon: ‘Experience is the best teacher’
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Falz: I never supported Peter Obi, delivers verdict on Tinubu’s second term
 “Just a point of correction: I’ve never, in 2023 or at any point, openly supported any politician or political party,” Falz said during an interview. 
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Jigawa: Namadi signs executive orders to combat drug abuse
 Jigawa state  Governor , Malam Umar Namadi on Tuesday signed two executive orders establishing a coordinated framework to combat drug abuse and institutionalise mass mobilisation for societal reorientation, describing the initiative as a strategic investment in the future of the state's youth population and the moral renewal of its communities. 
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Man dies in Jigawa hotel after allegedly checking in with 20-year-old lover
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Peter Obi, Kwankwaso’s ticket dead on arrival – Ganduje 
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Stop persecution, judicial harassment of Sowore – Amnesty International tells Nigerian govt
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US plans to announce nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia
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Otukpo Attack: A Test Of Leadership In Moment Of Crisis And The Urgency Of Lasting Security
 The renewed wave of violence in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State has once again reminded Nigerians that behind every casualty figure lies a family shattered, a community traumatized, and a people yearning for peace. The recent attacks on Akpachi and Otukpo-Nobi communities, which left scores dead and many others injured, sparked widespread grief, […] 
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