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Peggy Ovire shares how she nearly fainted during fasting and dieting
Peggy Ovire opened up about a frightening moment when she nearly collapsed during a meeting. The actress warned fans about the dangers of extreme dieting and fasting
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Police Arraign 4 Staff Of Richway Microfinance Bank Over N184m Fraud
The police in Lagos on Tuesday arraigned four employees of Richway Microfinance Bank Limited before a Federal High Court for allegedly defrauding a customer of N182.3 million. The bankers: Imuraina Ikeoluwa, Olabanji Peter, Nwokoma Ngozi, and Ayeni Olubunmi were docked before Justice Alexander Owoeye by Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) operatives at their Alagbon-Ikoyi, Lagos […]
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Israel says any successor to Iran’s Khamenei ‘target for assassination’
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz threatened on Wednesday to assassinate any Iranian leader picked to succeed supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. The post Israel says any successor to Iran’s Khamenei ‘target for assassination’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Any Iran regime leader could be targeted for assassination, Israel says
Following intensified military exchanges, Israel’s Defense Minister warns that any Iran regime leader advancing hostile operations could be targeted for el Read More: https://punchng.com/any-iran-regime-leader-could-be-targeted-for-assassination-israel-says/
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Ransom payment to terrorists: The lies, deception and politics
BY ZAINAB SULEIMAN OKINO As it stands today, almost every Nigerian knows or has some information about how the payment of ransom and the release of victims are negotiated, ever since abduction became part of our daily lives. The process typically involves secrecy, anxious moments, uncertainties, non-involvement of law enforcement, and a discreet payment system [...]
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Fubara Submits 9 Commissioner-nominees To Rivers Assembly For Screening
Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has submitted names of nine commissioner-nominees to the House of Assembly for screening as members of the State Executive Council. The commissioner-nominees are: Professor Datonye Alasia, Mr. Tonye Bell-Gam, Professor Temple Nwofor and Dr. Peter Nwagor. Others are: Mrs. Charity Demua, Tamuno Williams, Esq, Mr. Lekue Kenneth, Otonye TKD […]
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My Mother Told My Fiancé I Had a Secret Past — I Overheard Who She Thought He Should Marry Instead
Amara's mother claims that she is too ordinary for Tunde, plotting to replace her with Kemi. Amara overhears the betrayal and finally fights for her future.
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Man kills brother for ‘shooting him’ in a dream 
A 43-year-old man, Lateef Suleiman, has allegedly killed his elder brother, Mustapha Amidu, 52, in Sepeteri, Oyo State, after accusing him of shooting him in a dream. The post Man kills brother for ‘shooting him’ in a dream  appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Bambam Celebrates Daughters’ Birthday with Children In Orphanage Home
Big Brother Naija former housemate and actress, Bamike Olawunmi Adenibuyan, known as Bambam, celebrated her daughters’ birthday with the children at an Orphanage. Bambam, who is married to Teddy A, shared on Instagram a video of herself and her team visiting an orphanage with her daughters to celebrate their birthdays. Teddy A was not seen […]
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Trump insists he struck Iran on his own terms
President Trump’s administration scrambles to clarify the rationale for the Iran strike after his top diplomat suggested it was to pre-empt an Israeli atta Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-insists-he-struck-iran-on-his-own-terms/
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Just In: Doguwa Returns As Kano APC Chairman After 10 Years
Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa has emerged as chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, returning to lead the party a decade after he last held the position. Doguwa was affirmed at the party’s state congress concluded in the early hours of Wednesday and conducted under the supervision of the Resident Electoral Commissioner […]
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Benue APC elects new state officials
In his acceptance speech, Mr Benjamin Omale, State APC Chairman, said the APC must be home for all, adding that they would strengthen the party at the grassroots to get more support for Alia.
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Man slumps, dies during early morning jog
Tension gripped residents of the Agbonchia community in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday after an unidentified man reportedly collapsed and died while jogging. The incident was said to have occurred in the early hours along a major road in the neighbourhood, drawing the attention of passersby and other residents. A video [...]
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Man slumps, dies while jogging in Rivers
Tension gripped residents of the Agbonchia community in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday after an unidentified man reportedly collapsed and died while jogging. The incident was said to have occurred in the early hours along a major road in the neighbourhood, drawing the attention of passersby and other residents. A video [...]
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Customs to auction 14,375 litres smuggled petrol in Cross River 
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced plans to auction 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) seized from smugglers heading to Cameroon. The PMS was seized by the Nigeria Customs Service Special Anti-Smuggling Taskforce named  Operation Whirlwind in the Calabar axis of the zone. National Coordinator of the taskforce in Zone C, DCC Abubakar Aliyu, Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-to-auction-14375-litres-smuggled-petrol-in-cross-river/
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EFCC arraigns two bank officials over alleged $306,667, €50,250 fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,EFCC, has arraigned two officials of FSDH Merchant Bank Limited over an alleged fraud involving $306,667.81 and €50,250. This was disclosed in a statement posted on the official page of the Commission. In the statement, the defendants, Bakare Oladimeji Surajudeen and James Olukayode Imokwede, were on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, […] EFCC arraigns two bank officials over alleged $306,667, €50,250 fraud
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Enugu Tech Festival pushes digital ambition
The second edition of the Enugu Tech Festival (ETF 2.0) has reinforced the state’s growing reputation as an emerging technology hub. The four-day festival, held from February 24 to 27, The post Enugu Tech Festival pushes digital ambition appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Poland seeks stronger diplomatic, economic ties wiith Nigeria
Poland has expressed readiness to deepen diplomatic and economic relations with Nigeria as part of renewed efforts to strengthen cooperation between both countries. The Ambassador of Poland to Nigeria, Michal The post Poland seeks stronger diplomatic, economic ties wiith Nigeria appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Navy, SIFAX partner for improved maritime security, national development
The Nigerian Navy and SIFAX Group have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at enhancing maritime security and supporting national development. This followed a visit by the Flag Officer The post Navy, SIFAX partner for improved maritime security, national development appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Despite The Hardship In Nigeria, I Will Still Endorse President Tinubu For A Second Term – Ogaga Ifowodo
Human rights activist Dr. Ogaga Ifowodo has declared that, despite the current economic hardship facing Nigerians, he would still endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. He made this known during an exclusive interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90MinutesAfrica, where he defended his continued support for the administration of Bola Ahmed […]
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Customs to auction over 14,000 litres of smuggled petrol in Cross River
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced plans to auction more than 14,000 litres of seized petrol in Cross River State as part of efforts to curb smuggling and ensure the products are put to proper use. Customs officials disclosed that the fuel, intercepted during a series of anti smuggling operations, was confiscated along major […] Customs to auction over 14,000 litres of smuggled petrol in Cross River
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Iran: Any new Supreme Leader will be target for elimination – Israel warns
Israel has warned that any leader appointed by the Iranian regime to replace Ali Khamenei will be an unequivocal target for elimination. Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, issued the warning in a statement on Wednesday. According to him, it does not matter what the name of such leader would be or where he would hide. […] Iran: Any new Supreme Leader will be target for elimination – Israel warns
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Nigerian Newspapers: Top Stories For Today (04/03/26)
Read the full details on our digital edition when you join our WhatsApp Communities here. Here are the major headlines for today: FG Formalises Tax Implementation For Nigeria’s Informal Economy…
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Security operatives, The Nigerian Army Collaborates To Stop Terrorism In Kwara 
The Nigerian Army along with the operatives of the Directorate of State Security (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have come together in collaboration to ensure that the issue…
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Ramadan: Katung Gives Food Items To Southern Kaduna Muslims
The senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, has distributed bags of rice to Muslim communities in the eight local government areas of the district as Ramadan palliatives. The items were presented to representatives from the councils at a brief ceremony, where the senator’s special adviser on Islamic Affairs, Ilyasu Musa, spoke on […]
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Exams, Ramadan: OAU Students’ Union Feeds 6,000 Students, Distributes 4,000 Food Items
Students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, have applauded the Students’ Union leadership following what has been described as the largest welfare intervention in the institution’s history. The Welfare Officer of the Great Ife Students’ Union, Osunleke Musab, spearheaded a large-scale feeding initiative that provided free cooked meals to over 6,000 students and distributed more [...]
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Crush Terrorists Anywhere In Nigeria, Army Chief Orders Special Forces
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of the 4 Special Forces Command to intensify and sustain high-impact operations aimed at decisively defeating terrorists and insurgents nationwide. He declared that the era of reactive engagements is over, “warning that terrorists and other violent criminals will find no sanctuary anywhere within […]
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Benue: Peace will return to Sankera – Alia assures
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has restated his administration’s commitment to restoring lasting peace in Sankera, a region that has faced repeated security challenges in recent years. He gave the assurance during a stopover at the Ukum Local Government Secretariat while travelling to Wukari in Taraba State for a peace meeting. Gov Alia […] Benue: Peace will return to Sankera – Alia assures
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Grower, Glow, Grow and Outgrow
What if life were like farming or growing? There is planning, there is the pleasure of planting, and there is the desire to do some fixing, focusing, weeding, winning, pruning, gathering and garnering. Festivities. A happy harvest is no freak. Dins. Wins. Nods. Face fiascos and frailties. Perceive beyond famine. You don’t cast off your […]
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Israel launches new strikes as Iran squeezes key oil shipping route
Israel launched fresh strikes on Iran and Lebanon, where state media reported a residential building was hit on Wednesday, as Iran's Guards said they had sealed off one of the world's most vital shipping routes for energy. The post Israel launches new strikes as Iran squeezes key oil shipping route appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Commanders Advised To Focus On Troop Discipline, Combat Readiness
The Chief of Army Staff Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked operational commanders to promote professionalism, discipline towards ensuring troops combat readiness in order to effectively curtail security threats. At the opening of the 1st Commanding Officers Workshop 2026, organised by Army Headquarters Garrison with the theme “Enhancing Tactical-Level Leadership for Combat Readiness in a Joint […]
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NDPC, 60 DPAs partner onprivacy rights in Al use
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has joined 60 other Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) in endorsing the “Joint Statement on Al-Generated Imagery and the Protection of Privacy.” The Joint Statement The post NDPC, 60 DPAs partner onprivacy rights in Al use appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ibom Air adopts directive on power bank
Ibom Air has fully adopted the recent safety directive from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) regarding the carriage and use of power banks on commercial flights, reaffirming the airline’s The post Ibom Air adopts directive on power bank appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Protest as one dies in bandits’ attack on Ondo farmers
Vehicular activities were paralysed on the Akure-Owo Expressway yesterday when angry residents trooped the road to protest the incessant kidnappings and killings by armed men. The protestors stormed the highway The post Protest as one dies in bandits’ attack on Ondo farmers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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11 years after, NAPTIP secures conviction of Ondo Baby Factory couple
Eleven years after prosecution started, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has secured the conviction of a couple for operating a baby factor. The convicts, The post 11 years after, NAPTIP secures conviction of Ondo Baby Factory couple appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ondo Govt Orders Crackdown On Kidnappers
The order followed investigations that revealed that some of the attacks were orchestrated by local collaborators seeking to portray the state as unsafe. The post Ondo Govt Orders Crackdown On Kidnappers appeared first on Channels Television.
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