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Marine police repel Sea pirates attack, recover speedboat in Akwa Ibom
Operatives of the Marine Police attached to the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have successfully repelled a violent attack by suspected sea pirates along the Oron-Calabar waterways. The post Marine police repel Sea pirates attack, recover speedboat in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Real Madrid duo Vinicius, Vazquez injured
Los Blancos said Monday Vinicius has been diagnosed with an ankle sprain, while Vazquez has a thigh injury The post Real Madrid duo Vinicius, Vazquez injured appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Boko Haram captures, kills soldiers after invading military base in popular northern state
Boko Haram terrorists killed many Nigerian soldiers and captured others during an attack on the Forward Operation Base of the 153 Task Force Battalion in Borno state
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Flying Eagles beat Senegal, advance to U-20 AFCON semifinals
Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have booked their place in the semifinals of the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and secured qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup The post Flying Eagles beat Senegal, advance to U-20 AFCON semifinals appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Niger gov inaugurates committee to resolve boundary disputes across 25 LGs
Tribune Online Niger gov inaugurates committee to resolve boundary disputes across 25 LGs Niger Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has inaugurated a Committee on State Boundary to resolve boundary issues across the 25 Local Government Areas of the State with Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba as Chairman of the Committee. Niger gov inaugurates committee to resolve boundary disputes across 25 LGs Tribune Online
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Benue: Blackmail won’t stop me – Gov Alia to critics over N300bn ethnic conspiracy claim
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has denied the claims that he’s colluding with Fulani leaders to raise N300 billion for an alleged image-laundering campaign abroad. Alia said the claims, credited to one Dennis Agema and Oliver Omenka, were baseless, reckless and designed to stoke ethnic tensions and undermine his administration’s efforts to secure […] Benue: Blackmail won’t stop me – Gov Alia to critics over N300bn ethnic conspiracy claim
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Fubara can’t decide for Rivers, Residents insist on democratic system
Some residents of Rivers State have criticized suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for apparently giving up quite easily on democratic principles, saying he (Fubara) can’t decide for Rivers people on who will occupy the Brick House. Recall that Fubara had on The post Fubara can’t decide for Rivers, Residents insist on democratic system appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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$700m CVFF disbursement to attract single digit interest rate — NIMASA
Tribune Online $700m CVFF disbursement to attract single digit interest rate — NIMASA The Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF), to be disbursed by the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy through the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), shall attract a single-digit interest rate. $700m CVFF disbursement to attract single digit interest rate — NIMASA Tribune Online
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PSC chairman warns against financial inducement ahead of Police Inspectors’ promotion interview
The Police Service Commission (PSC) on Monday announced that the Departmental Selection Board (DSB) interview for Police Inspectors eligible for promotion to the rank of Unconfirmed Assistant Superintendents of Police The post PSC chairman warns against financial inducement ahead of Police Inspectors’ promotion interview appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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See what Daniel Regha said about Siraheem's rap snippet
Daniel Regha has shared his take about the song newly released by Raheem Okoya. In the video, he rapped and spoke about some artists and their song.
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LP crisis: Abure-led NWC seeks Tinubu’s intervention
Tribune Online LP crisis: Abure-led NWC seeks Tinubu’s intervention …raises alarm over Abure’s safety The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Labour Party (LP), on Monday, sought the intervention of President Bola Tinubu and other well-meaning Nigerians to end the party’s festering leadership crisis, raising concerns over the safety of its Chairman, Mr Julius Abure. It particularly called out the Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex […] LP crisis: Abure-led NWC seeks Tinubu’s intervention Tribune Online
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Rivers State: HURIWA demands restoration of rule of law
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned the alleged unconstitutional removal of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, insisting that the governor's personal remarks or mood cannot justify the suspension of democratic processes in the state. The post Rivers State: HURIWA demands restoration of rule of law appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Sinner eases into Italian Open last 16, Osaka dumped out
Jannik Sinner cruised into the last 16 of the Italian Open on Monday after comfortably beating lucky loser Jesper de Jong 6-4, 6-2 in front of a delighted crowd in Rome. The post Sinner eases into Italian Open last 16, Osaka dumped out appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months
Tribune Online Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months “The Graduate Route has not met its original objectives. It has become a loophole for unsponsored work and a magnet for abuse.” Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months Tribune Online
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Selfish interest may kill PDP, party can’t win in 2027 —Wike
Tribune Online Selfish interest may kill PDP, party can’t win in 2027 —Wike Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, has said that selfish interests may destroy the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and eventually cause the party to lose the 2027 elections. Selfish interest may kill PDP, party can’t win in 2027 —Wike Tribune Online
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Access Bank Launches DiamondXtra Season 17, Rewards 165 Customers in Onsite Draws
Access Bank has officially unveiled Season 17 of its flagship loyalty reward scheme, DiamondXtra, with a renewed promise to transform lives and deepen financial inclusion across Nigeria.  To mark the launch, the bank rewarded 165 lucky customers with cash prizes ranging from N5,000 to N100,000 in onsite draws held at Lagos Trade Fair Complex in […]
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APC leaders reject alleged imposition of LCDA chairmanship candidate in Lagos
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA) have rejected the alleged imposition of Bayo Adefuye as the party’s chairmanship candidate for The post APC leaders reject alleged imposition of LCDA chairmanship candidate in Lagos appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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8 important things Nigerians and Africans must know about UK new immigration rules
UK has introduced strict immigration reforms, affecting Nigerians and Africans with new visa restrictions, higher skill requirements, and tighter family, others.
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SWDC: Olufehinti’s Contributions To S’West Reason For Appointment -APC Group
AKURE – The contributions of Mr. Olufehinti Olusegun to the socio-economic development of South-West has been described as the reason his appointment as the Director of Project, South-West Development Commission (SWDC). Ondo All Progressives Congress Democratic Movement stated this in a congratulatory statement to the appointee on Monday in Akure, Ondo State capital. Describing the […]
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Hafsoh Lawal: Family Begs Court To Release Remains Of Murdered Student For Burial
Family of the murdered final year female student of Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, Kwara State, Hafsoh Lawal, on Monday requested the state High Court sitting in Ilorin to release the dismembered body of the deceased to them for proper burial according to Islamic rites. Kwara State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. […]
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No more scholarships abroad: Analyst rates education minister’s performance
Analyst Popoola commends education minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa, for major reforms in basic education, renewable energy in universities, anti-bullying policy, etc.
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Osun 2026 guber election will favor us, Aregbesola tells supporters
A former Governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, has urged his followers not to relent in strengthening their base in the state, assuring them that the outcome of the 2026 governorship election will be in their favour. Ever since Aregbesola The post Osun 2026 guber election will favor us, Aregbesola tells supporters appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Osun 2026 guber election will favour us, Aregbesola tells supporters
A former Governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, has urged his followers not to relent in strengthening their base in the state, assuring them that the outcome of the 2026 governorship election will be in their favour. Ever since Aregbesola The post Osun 2026 guber election will favour us, Aregbesola tells supporters appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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JAMB Engages IT Experts To Probe Alleged UTME Technical Glitches
ABUJA – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has launched an investigation into the alleged technical glitches in the just-conducted 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The investigation followed widespread complaints about poor performance in the UTME. The Information was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Monday by the […]
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JUST IN: Tinubu swears in INEC commissioners, others
Tribune Online JUST IN: Tinubu swears in INEC commissioners, others President Bola Tinubu on Monday swore in newly appointed National Commissioners of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and members of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), as the administration gears up for critical institutional reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. JUST IN: Tinubu swears in INEC commissioners, others Tribune Online
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Cote d’Ivoire Opposition Leader Resigns But Vows To Still Fight For Victory
A court in Abidjan struck him off the electoral list last month, saying the 62-year-old politician had lost Ivorian nationality when he acquired French citizenship in 1987. The post Cote d’Ivoire Opposition Leader Resigns But Vows To Still Fight For Victory appeared first on Channels Television.
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Clark Is Nigeria’s Most Iconic Nation Builder, Fearless Patriot, Prof. Azaiki Pays Tribute
ABUJA – Late Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, has been celebrated as one of Nigeria’s most iconic nation-builders, a fearless patriot, whose life’s work spanned generations, bridged ethnic divides, and championed justice with unwavering conviction. Prof. Steve Azaiki, who paid his tribute, extolled the late elder statesman as “a man forged from the same moral steel as […]
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Court sends T-dollar, TobiNation to prison for spraying naira notes
The duo of Babatunde Peter Olaitan (T-Dollar) and Tobilola Olamide (TobiNation) have been sentenced to six months imprisonment each for mutilation of the Naira notes. They were jailed by Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The convicts were arraigned on a separate one-count charge of tampering with the Naira […]
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Cote d’Ivoire Opposition Leader Resigns But Vows To Still Fight For Victory
A court in Abidjan struck him off the electoral list last month, saying the 62-year-old politician had lost Ivorian nationality when he acquired French citizenship in 1987. The post Cote d’Ivoire Opposition Leader Resigns But Vows To Still Fight For Victory appeared first on Channels Television.
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Contractors urge Tinubu to intervene over delayed payments
Contractors handling various federal government-funded capital projects have called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the delayed payments for completed projects, expressing concerns over the financial strain it has caused. The post Contractors urge Tinubu to intervene over delayed payments appeared first on Vanguard News.
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President Tinubu Chairs FEC Meeting
Also, in attendance are ministers from the various federal ministries and other members of the Council. The post President Tinubu Chairs FEC Meeting appeared first on Channels Television.
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UTME uproar: JAMB drops crucial update amid result complaints
JAMB assured the public that it is committed to ensuring fairness and accuracy in the conduct and outcome of its examinations.
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Kemi Badenoch slams new UK immigration proposal, calls for stricter policies
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has launched a sharp rebuke of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour-led government, demanding urgent action on immigration through the adoption of the Conservatives' proposed Deportation Bill. The post Kemi Badenoch slams new UK immigration proposal, calls for stricter policies appeared first on Vanguard News.
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CP-PDP Urges Saraki Committee To Fast-Track Wike’s Expulsion From PDP
The Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) has commended serving and former Governors of the PDP on their efforts to salvage and stabilize the party but urged the Senator Bukola Saraki-led Committee to fast-track the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Chief Nyesom Wike from the party. […]
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BBNaija’s Tochi blames over-dependence on AI for poor JAMB 2025 results
Reality TV star Tochi has linked the poor performance of Nigerian students in the 2025 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams to an overdependence on artificial intelligence (AI) tools, The post BBNaija’s Tochi blames over-dependence on AI for poor JAMB 2025 results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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S’East Devt Commission Denies Secretly Borrowing N25bn Without Approval
On Monday, the Southeast Development Commission (SEDC) issued a statement denying allegations that it secured a ₦25 billion ‘secret’ loan from a commercial bank without statutory approvals. A report published by The Sun Newspaper on Sunday, May 11, 2025, made the allegations. However, SEDC management stated in a statement that the claim was entirely false and [...]
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