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Motherly applause for retiring Fountain University Bursar
By Raheemat Adeniran February 3, 2026 was a memorable day at Fountain University, Osogbo. Members of the University Management, staff of the Bursary Department adorned in elegant blue Aso-Ebi Adire, The post Motherly applause for retiring Fountain University Bursar appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Iyanya reveals secret behind his 17-year fame
Nigerian musician, popularly known as Iyanya, has shared how he has been able to maintain fame positively for 17 years, saying... The post Iyanya reveals secret behind his 17-year fame appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Ex-Enugu Assembly members endorse Gov Mbah for second term, cite performance, equity
The Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Peter Mbah to serve a second term in office, citing his administration’s achievements and the need to uphold long-standing principles of equity and fairness in the state’s political system. The post Ex-Enugu Assembly members endorse Gov Mbah for second term, cite performance, equity appeared first on Vanguard News.
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SERAP petitions CCB over alleged alteration of Electoral Act, tax laws
The petition alleged that Senate members surreptitiously removed provisions for the electronic transmission of election results... The post SERAP petitions CCB over alleged alteration of Electoral Act, tax laws appeared first on Tribune Online.
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One suspect in custody over Ajah studio deaths – Lagos Police
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that one suspect has been taken into custody following the death of a gospel artiste and three others who were found lifeless inside a music studio in the Ajah area of Lagos State. The post One suspect in custody over Ajah studio deaths – Lagos Police appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos govt shuts Ladipo market again
The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the closure of the spare part market in a post on X on Sunday. The post Lagos govt shuts Ladipo market again appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu To Visit Kebbi For Project Commissioning, Argungu Festival — Gov Idris
The Argungu festival began in 1934 as a peace initiative between the Sokoto Caliphate and the Kebbi Kingdom. The post Tinubu To Visit Kebbi For Project Commissioning, Argungu Festival — Gov Idris appeared first on Channels Television.
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Tinubu doesn’t want to be like Venezuelan President, Maduro – SDP chieftain Adebayo
A chieftain of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Adewole Adebayo, says President Bola Tinubu does not want to be in the black book of United States President Donald Trump, like the ousted Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro. Adebayo spoke on Sunday in an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Hard Copy’, monitored by DAILY POST. He was reacting […] Tinubu doesn’t want to be like Venezuelan President, Maduro – SDP chieftain Adebayo
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Delta Govt moves to protect workers, tightens payroll controls
The Delta State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has ordered an immediate halt to the approval of staff loans for civil servants whose salaries are already heavily burdened The post Delta Govt moves to protect workers, tightens payroll controls appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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UK-based Nigerian footballer, Saburi Adeniji  dies after suffering brain injury
Nigerian footballer Saburi Olayinka Adeniji has died in the United Kingdom after suffering a severe brain injury, sparking an outpouring of grief from teammates, fans and members of the Nigerian football community. Adeniji, a winger who played for non-league side Kings Park Rangers in Halstead, Essex, passed away in hospital on Friday after being admitted […] UK-based Nigerian footballer, Saburi Adeniji  dies after suffering brain injury
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Constitutional Lawyer dismisses Sharia Council of Nigeria’s call for INEC Chairman’s sack
Constitutional lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Professor Sebastine Hon has dismissed the call by the Sharia Council of Nigeria for the sack of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Joash Amupitan SAN as an unguided request. He said the call predicated on possible bias against a particular interest was […] Constitutional Lawyer dismisses Sharia Council of Nigeria’s call for INEC Chairman’s sack
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All eyes on Argungu as journalists flood Kebbi for historic fishing festival
All arrangements have been concluded for the accreditation of journalists ahead of the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival, scheduled to commence on February 11, 2026, as Kebbi State prepares to host media organisations from across Nigeria and around the world. The post All eyes on Argungu as journalists flood Kebbi for historic fishing festival appeared first on Vanguard News.
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CPPE explains economic implication of export restrictions in Nigeria
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, CPPE, has explained that export restrictions on primary products on the basis of domestic value addition would result in market distortion. This comes as the economic think tank group urged the federal government to adopt a realistic and properly sequenced approach to policies on primary product exports […] CPPE explains economic implication of export restrictions in Nigeria
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NDLEA arrests China-bound businessman for ingesting 95 cocaine wraps
Brig-Gen. Mohamed Marwa (Rtd) enjoined them and their colleagues across the country to maintain the current level of professionalism.... The post NDLEA arrests China-bound businessman for ingesting 95 cocaine wraps appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Strike by health unions provided reform opportunities — Health Advocate, Adah
A healthcare stakeholder, Mr Shem Adah, says recent industrial actions by health unions in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have created opportunities for healthcare system reforms. Adah said this on Sunday that repeated strikes by the Joint Health Sector Unions, JOHESU, and others disrupted healthcare services across the FCT. He said the industrial actions further […] Strike by health unions provided reform opportunities — Health Advocate, Adah
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‎AXA Mansard grows insurance revenue by 22% to ₦160.6bn in FY’25 
‎AXA Mansard Insurance Plc has sustained its growth momentum in the 2025 financial year. It recorded a 22 per cent increase in gross insurance revenues to ₦160.56 billion, driven by The post ‎AXA Mansard grows insurance revenue by 22% to ₦160.6bn in FY’25  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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China-bound drug dealer caught with 95 Cocaine wraps inside Stomach
Babafemi said the suspect was taken for a body scan after raising suspicion, which confirmed that he had ingested illicit drugs.
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Ramadan: Tomato farmers allay fears of price hike
Nigerian tomato farmers allay fears of a price hike for Ramadan. Discover why a bumper harvest and timing mean tomato prices are expected to stay low. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-tomato-farmers-allay-fears-of-price-hike/
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5th Convocation: Ododo Pledges Sustained Support For Kogi Polytechnic As 6,824 Graduate
Kogi state Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has pledged his administration’s commitment to the sustainable growth and development of Kogi State Polytechnic in Lokoja. He added that his administration’s implementation…
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I have no rift with Oshiomhole; Okpebholo remains APC leader in Edo — Tenebe
…Gives Insight into 3.5m Votes Promised Tinubu By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY — The Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Emperor Jarret Tenebe, has dismissed reports of a rift between him and a national leader of the party, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, insisting that Governor Monday Okpebholo remains the leader of the party […] The post I have no rift with Oshiomhole; Okpebholo remains APC leader in Edo — Tenebe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Video: Netizens react as Ini Edo’s nose, lips stir cosmetic surgery rumours
Nollywood star Ini Edo dances in luxurious attire to “Papaoutai,” sparking rumours of cosmetic surgery as fans discuss her changing appearance in a viral video.
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Reforms necessary to achieve positive results — Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has said that his administration has pursued difficult but necessary reforms to stabilise public finance, improve governance and create a predictable business environment in Kaduna State. The The post Reforms necessary to achieve positive results — Uba Sani appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigerian Army Deploys Troops To Amasiri, Ebonyi To Protect Innocent Citizens
The Nigerian Army says it deployed troops in a joint operation within Amasiri and its adjoining communities in Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi to protect innocent citizens. This…
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Orubebe Reaffirms Ijaws Second Term Endorsement For Oborevwori
Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs and Chieftain of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Elder Godsday Orubebe, has reaffirmed Ijaw leaders’ endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for a second term…
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Court Seals NNPC Depot, Other Facilities Over Sanitation Violations In Kano
The enforcement exercise spanned government, commercial, and public sites across the state. The post Court Seals NNPC Depot, Other Facilities Over Sanitation Violations In Kano appeared first on Channels Television.
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EPL: Guardiola eyes double over Liverpool as Man City plot Anfield strategy
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola will be aiming for a league double over Liverpool when his side travels to Anfield for a Premier League showdown. The post EPL: Guardiola eyes double over Liverpool as Man City plot Anfield strategy appeared first on Vanguard News.
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See photos of Covenant University first-class graduate who now sells phone accessories at Alaba market
A man has informed netizens about the Covenant University first-class graduate he saw selling phone accessories at Alaba International Market in Lagos.
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2027: APC Lagos4Lagos inaugurates street captains in Otto-Awori to boost grassroots mobilisation
In a renewed drive to strengthen grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Lagos4Lagos Movement under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Otto-Awori Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has inaugurated Street Captains, each tasked with coordinating 100 grassroots mobilisers per street. The post 2027: APC Lagos4Lagos inaugurates street captains in Otto-Awori to boost grassroots mobilisation appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police arrest suspect over alleged killing of nursing mother, baby in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended 35-year-old Sahabi Rabi’u, wanted in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old nursing mother and her 10-month-old baby in Sheme village, Faskari Local The post Police arrest suspect over alleged killing of nursing mother, baby in Katsina appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Police arrest 23 suspects, seize illicit drugs in Akwa Ibom
Police operatives stormed several hideouts simultaneously, overwhelming suspected dealers and users... The post Police arrest 23 suspects, seize illicit drugs in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Tribune Online.
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FG hails NIMASA DG on Nigeria’s IMO Council election
According to the Minister, Dr. Mobereola’s strategic engagement with IMO Member States and effective campaign coordination were pivotal to Nigeria’s resounding success, reflecting a high level of dedication to advancing the nation’s maritime interests.
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Gospel singer, three crew members found dead in Lagos studio
Reports indicate the victims had participated in a three-day birthday praise event organised by another gospel singer The post Gospel singer, three crew members found dead in Lagos studio appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Liverpool vs Man City: Here are 11 big players set to miss Premier League showdown
Up to 11 players, including Doku and Isak, will miss Liverpool vs Manchester City at Anfield this weekend, where City's history is against them in recent visits.
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NEC: Shettima to convene conference to strengthen Nigeria’s economic coordination
Mr Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice-President, made this known in a statement on Sunday. The post NEC: Shettima to convene conference to strengthen Nigeria’s economic coordination appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Woro killings expose Nigeria’s rural security collapse — Gbenga Hashim
..demands UN probe, questions absence of aerial response A presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has described the recent killings in Woro The post Woro killings expose Nigeria’s rural security collapse — Gbenga Hashim appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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BOI breaks new ground as CBN approves non-interest banking window
The Bank of Industry, BOI, has taken a major step toward expanding ethical and inclusive financing in Nigeria following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, to operate a Non-Interest Banking, NIB, Window. The post BOI breaks new ground as CBN approves non-interest banking window appeared first on Vanguard News.
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