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FG pledges to uphold Buhari’s legacy as Shettima, Sambo, others pay tribute in Daura
The Federal Government has pledged to preserve and build upon the “laudable legacies” of late former President Muhammadu Buhari.  This commitment was made on Thursday in Daura, Katsina State, during The post FG pledges to uphold Buhari’s legacy as Shettima, Sambo, others pay tribute in Daura appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Aisha Buhari absent as Tinubu presides over FEC in Honour of late former President
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday evening presided over a special session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) convened in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, in London after a prolonged illness. The expanded FEC session, held at the Presidential Villa, […] The post Aisha Buhari absent as Tinubu presides over FEC in Honour of late former President appeared first on Vanguard News.
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“He was kind, funny, and patriotic” – Buhari’s daughter counters harsh public image
Nana Buhari, daughter of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has offered a heartfelt defence of her father’s legacy, saying many Nigerians never truly knew the man behind the public image. The post “He was kind, funny, and patriotic” – Buhari’s daughter counters harsh public image appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu presides over special FEC session to honour Buhari
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over a special Federal Executive Council, FEC, session in honour of the late former President, Muhammadu Buhari.It’s an expanded session attended by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibril, […] The post Tinubu presides over special FEC session to honour Buhari appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NELFUND disburses N77 billion in Student Loans to over 396,000 Tertiary students
Of the total disbursed, ₦41.7 billion was paid directly to 210 tertiary institutions as tuition fees, while ₦35.3 billion was disbursed as upkeep allowance to students.
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LIVE: FEC Holds Expanded Meeting In Honour Of Buhari
Former President Buhari died on Sunday, 13 July, at about 4:30 p.m. in a London hospital following a prolonged illness. The post LIVE: FEC Holds Expanded Meeting In Honour Of Buhari appeared first on Channels Television.
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FG dismisses report on purported changes to UAE’s visa policy
Tribune Online FG dismisses report on purported changes to UAE’s visa policy Federal Government on Thursday reiterated Nigeria's commitment towards the existing bilateral relations with United Arab Emirates (UAE) particularly in tourism development and cultural cooperation. FG dismisses report on purported changes to UAE’s visa policy Tribune Online
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Okpebholo promises to make Edo power house of sports
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has said his administration would position the state as a powerhouse in sports at both the national and international levels. The Edo Governor spoke through The post Okpebholo promises to make Edo power house of sports appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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We are not going on strike – Police PCRC
The Police Public Relations Committee, PCRC, on Thursday, described as fake and mischievous, claims of purported plans by its personnel to embark on strike. The PCRC National Chairman, Mogaji Olaniyan said this on Thursday in Abuja at a meeting of the National Executive Committee, NEC, of the PCRC. He said, “The fake news is the […] We are not going on strike – Police PCRC
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Abia Launches Water Supply, Sanitation, Hygiene Programme, Warns Against Open Defecation
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti has launched the Abia Integrated Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Accelerated Programme (IWAP), with a call for the ending of open defecation across…
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Top 10 most valuable companies in the world
In 2025, some of the most valuable companies in the world are names you hear almost every day like Microsoft, Apple and Amazon. The post Top 10 most valuable companies in the world appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Troops Arrest NURTW Members For Arms Smuggling In Borno
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrest of two members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), allegedly linked to arms smuggling operations for terrorists in Borno State. Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, where he gave updates on ongoing […] The post Troops Arrest NURTW Members For Arms Smuggling In Borno appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Youth Parliament speaker blasts ADC coalition, urges Tinubu to stay the course
By Nnasom David The Speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Idris Zakari, has taken a swipe at the newly formed political coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding it a “coalition of failed politicians” attempting to reclaim lost relevance. In a statement issued Monday, Zakari cautioned Nigerian youths against falling […] The post Youth Parliament speaker blasts ADC coalition, urges Tinubu to stay the course appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Breaking: Tinubu makes new pronouncement to honour Buhari
President Bola Tinubu has announced a special session for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari at the presidential villa in Abuja two days after his burial.
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SPRiNG programme backs inter-state collaboration for peace in Benue Valley
The Deputy Governor of Benue State, Barrister Samuel Ode, has called on national and international stakeholders to deepen their commitment to peace and security in the Benue Valley, stressing the The post SPRiNG programme backs inter-state collaboration for peace in Benue Valley appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Expect different ball game next season – Colwill to Chelsea’s UCL, EPL opponents
Chelsea defender, Levi Colwill has warned the Blues opponents for next season’s Premier League that it would be a totally different ball game. He said the Blues were ready to win the Premier League and Champions League trophies come next season. He gave the warning after helping the Blues beat Paris Saint-Germain in the final […] Expect different ball game next season – Colwill to Chelsea’s UCL, EPL opponents
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Otti Thanks Federal Government For The Planned Building Of Abia NSCDC Office
Uche Nwosu UMUAHIA – Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for the approval for the construction of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence…
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NYSC member donates laboratory equipment worth N8m to Abuja School
Tribune Online NYSC member donates laboratory equipment worth N8m to Abuja School A member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Marvelous Otarigho, has donated laboratory equipment worth ₦8 million to Government Junior Secondary School, Life Camp, Abuja, to advance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. NYSC member donates laboratory equipment worth N8m to Abuja School Tribune Online
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RMAFC settles rift between Anambra Communities, Oil Exploration Company
By Tony Obiechina Abuja As part of its oversight functions, the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), through its Investment Monitoring Committee, convened a high-level engagement to mediate between the Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) and the host communities in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State. Speaking during the engagement [...]
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Outrage As Nigerian Embassy In Qatar Allegedly Dupes Over 500 Citizens Of N315,000 Each
There is growing outrage among Nigerian nationals residing in Qatar following allegations that the Nigerian Embassy in Doha defrauded over 500 citizens by collecting N315,000 each under the guise of renewing their international passports but failed to deliver the service more than five months after. The affected Nigerians, some of whom spoke to SaharaReporters under […] The post Outrage As Nigerian Embassy In Qatar Allegedly Dupes Over 500 Citizens Of N315,000 Each appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Troops reject N13.7m bribe from terrorists intercepted in Plateau
Troops arrested two suspects, recovered weapons, ammunition, a vehicle and the sum of N13.7 million from them.
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Anambra govt counters Peter Obi on brewery’s tax ranking claim
During an interview on Arise TV in June, Mr Obi claimed that Intafact Beverages Limited, otherwise known as SABMiller Brewery, is “the biggest revenue earner” in Anambra State and the largest contributor to the state’s internally generated revenue. The post Anambra govt counters Peter Obi on brewery’s tax ranking claim appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Imo Raid: Police declare suspected IPOB members wanted
...As family reports missing relative since 2022 By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — Confusion and tension have continued to trail a deadly security raid allegedly carried out in May 2022 by a combined team of police and other security operatives on a suspected Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) camp in Izombe, Oguta Local Government Area of Imo […] The post Imo Raid: Police declare suspected IPOB members wanted appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Osun Youths Declare Protest Over Withheld Red Cross Funds
  Scores of youths under the Osun Youths Vanguard have declared their readiness to embark on a statewide protest over the continued non-release of their funds by the Nigerian Red Cross Society. In a statement issued on Thursday, the group accused both the national and state leadership of the Red Cross of deliberate neglect, mismanagement, […] The post Osun Youths Declare Protest Over Withheld Red Cross Funds appeared first on OsunDefender.
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3 controversial things Buhari did and said while alive that still provoke Nigerians even after his death
Even after Buhari’s death, Nigerians debate his legacy, recalling his controversial “dot in a circle” remark, sexist comments, and naira scarcity crisis.
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Aviation, Interior Ministries Partner On Nigeria Airshow
Stella Omona ABUJA – The Federal Ministries of Aviation and Aerospace Development and Interior are partnering for the successful hosting of the the forth coming Nigeria International Air Show scheduled…
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Video: See what this driver did in the presence of passengers
A Nigerian lady shared a video on TikTok showing how the driver of the vehicle she was travelling in came down and made them wait as she recorded a video.
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AGF Insissts On Inter-agency Collaboration For Improved Tax Compliance
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Shamsudeen Ogunjimi, has stressed the need for collaboration between revenue-generating agencies and other stakeholders for improved tax compliance in the country. Ogunjimi spoke on Thursday at a 1-Day Stakeholders’ Engagement between the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) and the Federal Inland Revenue [...]
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Outrage in Badagry over alleged harassment of Okada riders by suspected NURTW members
Tension is mounting in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State following growing allegations of harassment, extortion, and assault against motorcycle (okada) riders by individuals claiming to be officials of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). The post Outrage in Badagry over alleged harassment of Okada riders by suspected NURTW members appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigerian author Andrew Esangbedo unveils new book, “First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes”
The book release arrives at a time of growing national concern, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an uphill task in their bid to qualify for the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The post Nigerian author Andrew Esangbedo unveils new book, “First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes” appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Watch video of moment mysterious object reportedly fell from doomed Air India plane
A video making the rounds online has captured the moment a mysterious object reportedly fell off the ill-fated Air India plane. Netizens reacted to the video.
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Ebonyi court frees final batch of Biafran agitators after four years in detention
An Ebonyi State High Court, on Thursday, discharged and acquitted the last batch of 24 Biafran freedom fighters who had been standing trial for conspiracy and treason since their arrest on May 24, 2020. The post Ebonyi court frees final batch of Biafran agitators after four years in detention appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Online Casino Boom: Why More Nigerians Are Playing from Their Phones
By Temidayo Adebimpe For decades, Nigerians have had one clear betting love: football. From neighbourhood pools to sports betting, especially on local and European football leagues has dominated the gambling The post Online Casino Boom: Why More Nigerians Are Playing from Their Phones appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Megastar Media donates solar-powered toilet facility to Abuja school
ByChioma Obinna Abuja — In a move to promote hygiene, health, and environmental sustainability in schools, Megastar Media Communications has donated an ultra-modern, solar-powered toilet facility to Junior Secondary School, Sokale Dutse Alhaji, Abuja. The facility was officially handed over to the school during a brief ceremony on Thursday, as part of the company’s ongoing […] The post Megastar Media donates solar-powered toilet facility to Abuja school appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Connie Francis Iconic 1950s–60s Pop Star Dies At 87
July 17, (THEWILL) — Connie Francis, the legendary American singer who rose to international fame in the late 1950s and 1960s with timeless hits like Who’s Sorry Now?, Stupid Cupid, and Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool, has died at the age of 87. Her publicist, Ron Roberts, announced her passing in a Facebook post on Thursday but […] The post Connie Francis Iconic 1950s–60s Pop Star Dies At 87 appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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FG Urged To Effectively Manage Ocean Sustainability To Fully Reap Benefits Of Blue Economy
Okiemute Okpomor WARRI – The Federal Government has been called upon to effectively understand as well manage various aspects of ocean sustainability with a view to achieve full benefits of…
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