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Electoral Act: Nigerian lawmakers only concerned about themselves – Yunusa Ya’u
Convener of the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, Yunusa Zakari Ya’u, has lambasted Federal lawmakers, accusing them of passing laws that favour themselves. Ya’u made this allegation on Thursday during an interview on Arise Television. He was speaking about the recently signed Electoral Act Amendment. He said that politicians, especially Federal lawmakers, are not focused […] Electoral Act: Nigerian lawmakers only concerned about themselves – Yunusa Ya’u
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King Mitchy bows, apologises to VDM, Seyi Tinubu
“My brother VeryDarkMan, I’m really sorry. I shouldn’t have come at you like that. Now I understand you and what you are doing for Nigeria.
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Trump Warns Iran Against 2026 World Cup Attendance
March 13, (THEWILL) — United States President Donald Trump has cautioned Iran’s national football team against attending the 2026 World Cup, posting on his Truth Social platform that it would not be “appropriate” for them to participate “for their own life and safety.” The remarks came one day after Iran’s sports minister, Ahmad Donyamali, told […] The post Trump Warns Iran Against 2026 World Cup Attendance appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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2027: Tinubu must not win presidential election – Adebayo
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has said neither he nor President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must necessarily win the 2027 presidential election, stressing that Nigeria should be the ultimate winner. Adebayo made the remarks on Thursday during an Iftar gathering attended by SDP leaders and other opposition figures in […] 2027: Tinubu must not win presidential election – Adebayo
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APC Chieftain Osolana Holds Ramadan Lecture, Distributes Food To Agege Residents
A prominent member of the All Progressive Congress,  (APC), Sola Osolana, on Wednesday organised a Ramadan lecture and shared food items with residents of Agege to support vulnerable members of…
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Court jails two for flogging 12-year-old housemaid to death in Lagos
An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Thursday sentenced two men to 15 years’ imprisonment each for the death of a 12-year-old housemaid they brutally flogged. The convicts, Edidiong Edem, a painter aged 22, and Alex Effiong-Etim, a 21-year-old mechanic, were handed the jail terms by Justice Abiola Soladoye after entering a plea […] Court jails two for flogging 12-year-old housemaid to death in Lagos
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War: US Air Force aircraft crashes in Iraq
A United States Air Force refuelling aircraft has crashed in western Iraq amid ongoing military operations tied to the escalating conflict with Iran, the United States Central Command confirmed on Thursday. In a statement, the command disclosed that a KC-135 Stratotanker was lost during Operation Epic Fury, a U.S.-led military campaign reportedly aimed at Iranian […] War: US Air Force aircraft crashes in Iraq
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LAPO MfB, Stakeholders Adopt 11-point Climate Finance Action Plan
Stakeholders at the Sustainable Finance Conference 2.0 have adopted a 11-point action plan to advance climate-resilient and inclusive finance in Nigeria’s microfinance sector. The conference, convened by LAPO Microfinance Bank…
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Japa: EFCC nabs woman for alleged N19m, €8,370 UK CoS Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested one Mbah Chidinma Sophina for an alleged case of criminal breach of trust and obtaining by false pretence to the tune of N19, 000, 000. 00 (Nineteen Million Naira) and €8,370 (Eight Thousand, Three Hundred and Seventy Euros), under the pretext of procuring a Certificate of [...]
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‘Join ADC, let’s rescue this country’ – Kenneth Okonkwo begs Nigerians
A lawyer and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo has urged Nigerians to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC, saying the party offers a platform to rescue the country from its pressing challenges. Okonkwo said he aligned with the party because of its constitutional commitment to the welfare of Nigerians. In a video on his X page, the […] ‘Join ADC, let’s rescue this country’ – Kenneth Okonkwo begs Nigerians
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Police promotes 13 CPs, 17 DCPs, others
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 13 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) This allowed their successful performance in the recently concluded written examinations and oral interviews held at the Commission’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. Torty Njoku Kalu, Head, Protocol and Public Affairs Police […] Police promotes 13 CPs, 17 DCPs, others
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NPFL: 3SC defeat league leaders Rivers United in Ibadan
3SC’s performance currently places the team in 6th position on the NPFL Table. The post NPFL: 3SC defeat league leaders Rivers United in Ibadan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Rotimi Salami weighs in on paternity tests
Salami further explained that it will be unfair to let a child suffer for a situation they did not create, adding that he cannot just walk away from a bond he had formed with the child since birth...
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Makinde group urges Wike allies to return to ‘PDP mainstream’
The Seyi Makinde Disciples, a political support group, has urged members of a factional caretaker committee backed by Minister Nyesom Wike to return to the party’s mainstream leadership. Convener of the group, Mr Laja Adeoye, made the appeal on Thursday in Lagos during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Adeoye said the […] The post Makinde group urges Wike allies to return to ‘PDP mainstream’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Comedian Broda Shaggi Hospitalised After Alleged Shooting During Skit Production In Ogun
Popular Nigerian comedian and content creator Samuel Perry, widely known as Broda Shaggi, has reportedly been hospitalised after he sustained a gunshot injury in the Sango-Ota area. According to reports, the incident happened on Sunday afternoon beneath the Sango-Ota bridge while the entertainer was filming a comedy skit. Although the exact circumstances of the shooting [...]
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‘I’m an Islamist, jihadist’ – Asari Dokubo boasts
Former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo has publicly described himself as an Islamist and a jihadist. Dokubo made the remarks while speaking about his religious beliefs, stating that the name he now uses reflects his faith and personal convictions. In a viral video, Dokubo said: “I’m a Jihadist, my name is Mujahed, he who […] ‘I’m an Islamist, jihadist’ – Asari Dokubo boasts
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EPL: Wayne Rooney picks teams to finish in top four
Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has picked the teams that will finish in the Premier League’s top four spots. Ahead of this weekend’s fixtures, Arsenal (67) are in first position, followed by Manchester City (60), Manchester United (51), Aston Villa (51), Chelsea (48) and Liverpool (48). “So I think Man City, Arsenal and United […] EPL: Wayne Rooney picks teams to finish in top four
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Benue: Burial of 13 herdsmen attack victims postponed as mortuary attendant goes missing
The planned burial of 13 residents killed during a recent attack by suspected armed herdsmen in Turan community, Jato-Aka, in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State has been postponed. The burial ceremony, originally scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026, was organized by grieving families and the concerned sons and daughters of the Turan community. […] Benue: Burial of 13 herdsmen attack victims postponed as mortuary attendant goes missing
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RMB Latitudes Art Fair announces Nigeria focus for 2026
By Babajide Komolafe RMB Nigeria Limited has announced Nigeria as the focus country for the 2026 edition of the RMB Latitudes Art Fair’s International Focus programme, an initiative that spotlights a different African country each year to promote cultural exchange and collaboration across the continent. RMB Nigeria, a member of the FirstRand Group and a leading […] The post RMB Latitudes Art Fair announces Nigeria focus for 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FULL LIST: Major Contenders for the 2026 Oscars Revealed
The vampire period horror film “Sinners” has emerged as the biggest contender for the 98th Academy Awards, earning a record 16 nominations ahead of the ceremony scheduled to hold in Hollywood on Sunday. Prompt News reports the movie set a new milestone for the Oscars, surpassing “One Battle After Another,” which received 13 nominations. Other [...]
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Nigeria’s FX market reforms raise capital inflows by 200% – Cardoso
“Through deliberate policy actions, we eliminated the system of multiple exchange rates and significantly reduced the parallel market premium." The post Nigeria’s FX market reforms raise capital inflows by 200% – Cardoso appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tonto Dikeh dragged to court over viral ‘exorcism’ of schoolgirl
In addition, the lawyer is asking the court to award ₦200 million in damages against Dikeh, claiming the child has been facing stigmatisation since the incident.
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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Friday morning
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Senate on Thursday witnessed a dramatic session as nine senators announced their defection from various political parties to the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe’s move triggered a constitutional debate on the floor of the chamber. 2. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Friday morning
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Ramadan Talk Day 24: Signs of Lailatul Qadr
Believers are encouraged to increase Qiyamul-Layl, recitation of the Qur’an, and heartfelt supplications, seeking forgiveness, guidance, relief from hardship, and provision. The post Ramadan Talk Day 24: Signs of Lailatul Qadr appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Why I left PDP – Tambuwal
“When we projected into the future, we saw clear signs that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration might want to turn Nigeria into a one-party state,” The post Why I left PDP – Tambuwal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Electoral act amendment on certificate forgery troubling – Angalapu
A research analyst with the Centre for Democracy and Development, Dengiyefa Angalapu, has warned that the decision to remove certificate forgery as a ground for filing election petitions in the amended Electoral Act 2026 could weaken accountability in Nigeria’s electoral system. Section 138 of the Electoral Act 2026 states the conditions under which an election […] Electoral act amendment on certificate forgery troubling – Angalapu
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Nigeria’s economy will withstand shocks from US-Iran war — Cardoso
By Babajide Komolafe Governor of theCentral Bank ofNigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, yesterday said Nigeria’s ongoing macroeconomic reforms have positioned the economy to withstand potential shocks arising from escalating tensions in the Middle East. Cardoso stated this while delivering a Distinguished Alumni Lecture at the Founders Day celebration of St Gregory’s College Lagos in Lagos. He noted […] The post Nigeria’s economy will withstand shocks from US-Iran war — Cardoso appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Anti-terrorism war: Tinubu beefs up military equipment
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the acquisition of additional military equipment to strengthen ongoing operations against terrorists and bandits. Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), confirmed this yesterday The post Anti-terrorism war: Tinubu beefs up military equipment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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DEAP Capital’s shareholders approve name change to Critical Minerals Financing Corporation (CMFC) Plc
The Nigerian minerals and commodities ecosystem yesterday received a major boost as shareholders of DEAP Capital Management & Trust Plc unanimously approved holistic transformation of the company into Critical Minerals The post DEAP Capital’s shareholders approve name change to Critical Minerals Financing Corporation (CMFC) Plc appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Court grants ICPC leave to examine electronic devices recovered from El-Rufai’s house
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted an order permitting the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to access and analyse about 14 sets of electronic The post Court grants ICPC leave to examine electronic devices recovered from El-Rufai’s house appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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ADC replaces PDP as dominant opposition party
A gale of defections yesterday hit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party (LP) and the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the National Assembly. Nine senators dumped the The post ADC replaces PDP as dominant opposition party appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2025 Yuletide exploitation: FCCPC to sanction airlines
A number of airlines is to be sanctioned by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) for exploiting travellers during last year’s Yuletide. The punishments to be meted out The post 2025 Yuletide exploitation: FCCPC to sanction airlines appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Pate and speculations over Bauchi governorship race
In recent days, sections of the media have carried reports suggesting that the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate (CON) may resign his position to The post Pate and speculations over Bauchi governorship race appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ekiti poll: Why BAO has no rival
​In the political history of Ekiti State—a land defined by its fierce intellectualism and uncompromising demand for integrity—the “second term” has historically been a mountain often cited but rarely climbed The post Ekiti poll: Why BAO has no rival appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Lagos APC will make Tinubu proud, says Ojelabi
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State will make President Bola Ahmed Tinubu proud during the January 16, 2027 poll  through their overwhelming votes, its chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi The post Lagos APC will make Tinubu proud, says Ojelabi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Oyo APC: Alleged plot to sideline Adelabu sparks tension
Fresh political intrigues appear to be brewing within the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as early permutations for the 2027 governorship election begin to gather momentum. The post Oyo APC: Alleged plot to sideline Adelabu sparks tension appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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