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Tragedy as man exhumes relative’s skull for ritual sale in popular state
A suspect identified as Hamza Woru has been arrested for unlawful possession of a human skull for ritual purposes in the Kaiama local government area of Kwara State
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Lady speaks about Blord's recent appearance in court
A Nigerian lady's post about Blord and what he wore to the court room has caught the attention of many. She referred to him as a stubborn man. Netizens reacted.
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Deadly London Man Sivanda jailed 27 years for brutal stabbing
A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after carrying out a violent knife attack on a stranger in north London, leaving the victim with life-changing injuries.
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Tinubu/Aregbesola: Response To Abiola Aremu Ogunlade On Factbook
By Frederick Odujole Of course nobody wishes Tinubu dead. He can still be there till the next millennium if God permits him. But that Nigeria will remain in the stranglehold of Tinubu beyond next year? Whoever wishes that must be a terrible human being that decency, dignity, honestly and sincerity meant nothing to. And such […] The post Tinubu/Aregbesola: Response To Abiola Aremu Ogunlade On Factbook appeared first on OsunDefender.
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[VIDEO]: Fela’s Catalogue Fully Owned, Controlled By Family — Femi Kuti
According to the Grammy nominated artiste, the decision was strongly influenced by the eldest sister, who is deeply committed to protecting Fela’s legacy. The post [VIDEO]: Fela’s Catalogue Fully Owned, Controlled By Family — Femi Kuti appeared first on Channels Television.
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Little girl is caught stealing, but when the cashier learns why, she makes an unthinkable decision
A simple theft unfolds into an emotional tale of survival, choice, and compassion as Claire confronts the harsh realities of hunger and kindness at Willow's Market.
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JUST-IN: Benue Police Arrest 7 Suspects, Rescue Kidnap Victims, Clarify Abductees Not UTME Candidates
The Benue State Police Command has announced the arrest of seven suspects in connection with the Wednesday’s abduction of 13 passengers who were travelling in a commercial bus belonging to Benue Links Nigeria Limited, along Makurdi-Otukpo Road in the State. The Command also disclosed that some of the victims were rescued by a joint security […]
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JAMB to release First Batch of 2026 UTME Results before midnight
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that results of candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on Thursday, April 16, will be released before midnight.
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Appreciating impacts of Enugu First Lady, Igbo-Eze South chairman, JRB, By Isaac C Onoyima
Weeks ago, Igbo-Eze South Local Government, in partnership with the Office of the First Lady, Enugu State, and the Rauf Badamosi Foundation, championed the 2026 Igbo-Eze South Local Government Education Support Initiative. The post Appreciating impacts of Enugu First Lady, Igbo-Eze South chairman, JRB, By Isaac C Onoyima appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Girls’ education enhances positive growth — UNICEF
Leaders in society have been encouraged to take the education of the girl child very seriously, as it enhances the positive growth of the nation. The call was made during a media briefing in Yola on Friday by the Chief of the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Bauchi Field Office, Nazhat Raique. She […]
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NDPC investigates CAC’s alleged data breach, issues data protection advisory
The NDPC explained that its technical assessment indicates that some shadowy threat actors have engaged in coordinated operations targeting financial systems and some key digital infrastructure in Nigeria. The post NDPC investigates CAC’s alleged data breach, issues data protection advisory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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JAMB Releases First Batch of 2026 UTME Results, Warns Against Score Manipulation
The Board also revealed that additional batches of results will be released progressively as marking and processing continue. The post JAMB Releases First Batch of 2026 UTME Results, Warns Against Score Manipulation appeared first on Channels Television.
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Video: After pixie cut, Davido's wife Chioma debuts another hairstyle
Chioma Adeleke debuted a stunning new hairstyle, capturing Davido's heart. Discover the reaction from fans and the buzz surrounding her latest look.
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FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing, blames cartel for misinformation
The consumer protection agency says telecom operators, not regulators are responsible for any service disruptions. The post FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing, blames cartel for misinformation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian man cries out over his life situation, says he's sad all the time: "Falling apart"
A man's emotional post about his life has gone viral on social media after he shared a tweet via his official account. Netizens encouraged him in the comments.
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Mortician arrested in Benue over misuse of corpse
There was outrage in Agwabi community, Buruku Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue state, following the arrest of a mortician, name withheld  who was allegedly caught using a human leg from a corpse as a walking stick. The post Mortician arrested in Benue over misuse of corpse appeared first on Vanguard News.
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“Pick the next Awujale”: Tension as police invite 9 Ijebu kingmakers
Nine Ijebu-Ode kingmakers face police summons over bribery claims in selecting the new Awujale, raising concerns and dissatisfaction among Ijebu land residents.
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AON suspends planned shutdown after Keyamo’s intervention
Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, Friday, temporarily suspended its earlier planned shutdown action scheduled to take effect on Monday April 20, 2026. The post AON suspends planned shutdown after Keyamo’s intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Iran says its enriched uranium ‘not going to be transferred’
"Iran's enriched uranium is not going to be transferred anywhere," Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei told state TV. The post Iran says its enriched uranium ‘not going to be transferred’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Awujale Stool: Police Summon Nine Kingmakers Over Alleged Bribery
The Ogun State Police Command has for the second time summoned nine Ijebu-Ode kingmakers over allegations of bribery and financial inducement in connection with the selection of a new Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebu land. A top police source who pleaded anonymity because he was not authorised to speak on the issue, confirmed the […] The post Awujale Stool: Police Summon Nine Kingmakers Over Alleged Bribery appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Bundesliga: Agu doubtful for Werder Bremen’s derby with Hamburg
Super Eagles defender Felix Agu is doubtful for Werder Bremen’s Bundesliga clash with Hamburg, DAILY POST reports According information available on the club’s official website, Agu is battling with a muscle problem. The full-back has struggled with injuries this season, restricting his appearances for the Greens. Agu has made 11 league appearances for Bremen this […] Bundesliga: Agu doubtful for Werder Bremen’s derby with Hamburg
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Frank Lampard’s Coventry City gain promotion to Premier League
Coventry secured promotion to the Premier League on Friday as the Championship leaders' 1-1 draw against Blackburn ended their 25-year exile from the top-flight. The post Frank Lampard’s Coventry City gain promotion to Premier League appeared first on Vanguard News.
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CBN announces Nigerian financial rate to compete with US, EU
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with financial market dealers, has introduced the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR), a standardized benchmark designed to enhance transparency and strengthen monetary policy transmission. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the apex bank’s spokesperson, Hakama Sidi Ali. According to the CBN, the NOFR […] CBN announces Nigerian financial rate to compete with US, EU
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Police arrest suspected cultist, recover firearm in Ekiti
Operatives of the Ekiti State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested a suspected member of the Supreme Eiye Confraternity found with a locally made pistol in Ado-Ekiti metropolis. The suspect, identified as Adeleke Tosin, alias Damo, was apprehended on April 16, 2026, following what the police described as a credible tip-off that he […] Police arrest suspected cultist, recover firearm in Ekiti
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Omowunmi Ajiboye at 40: 5 movies that define the actress’s Nollywood journey
At 40, many careers slow down. In Nollywood, especially the ever-evolving Yoruba film industry, reaching that milestone and still commanding attention is no small feat. For Omowunmi Ajiboye, it is not just about staying relevant; it is about growth, reinvention, and influence. As she marks her 40th birthday today, April 17, 2026, Wunmi Ajiboye stands […] The post Omowunmi Ajiboye at 40: 5 movies that define the actress’s Nollywood journey appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Video as lady laments bitterly after living in Abuja for 6 years: "Nothing to show"
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady lamented bitterly over her financial struggles in Abuja. Netizens reacted.
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Awujale stool: Again, police summon kingmakers over bribery allegations
Nine Ijebu Ode kingmakers have again been invited to appear at the Ogun State Police Command, Eleweran, Abeokuta, next week Monday and Tuesday over allegations of bribery and financial inducement during the selection process of the new Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebu land. Recall that the Ogun State government in January through a statement […] Awujale stool: Again, police summon kingmakers over bribery allegations
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PCN seals 598 premises in Kaduna, arrests 2 over drug regulation violations
He said 828 premises were visited during the four-day exercise, including pharmacies, patent medicine stores, and unlicensed outlets. The post PCN seals 598 premises in Kaduna, arrests 2 over drug regulation violations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Drama escalates as Gehgeh’s sister alleges arrest plot
Gehgeh’s sister alleges threats from the content creator amid claims of family neglect, igniting netizen support and sparking fierce reactions online.
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World Cup fans to pay $150 for New York stadium train ticket – Official
World Cup fans face a shocking $150 round-trip train ticket fee to MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, as officials and FIFA clash over costs. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-fans-to-pay-150-for-new-york-stadium-train-ticket-official/
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DSS Arraigns Man For Threatening To Kill Abuja Students, Teachers
A Federal High Court in Abuja heard on Friday how operatives Department of State Services (DSS) trailed and apprehended a man who sent several messages to some elite schools in Abuja, threatening to kill their students and teachers. An operative of the DSS, Michael Jego, told the court that his agency received petitions from three […]
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EFCC’s anti-corruption fight central to Nigeria progress – UNILORIN VC
UNILORIN’s VC praises the EFCC’s anti-corruption fight, highlighting its central role in Nigeria’s progress and national development through crime preventi Read More: https://punchng.com/efccs-anti-corruption-fight-central-to-nigeria-progress-unilorin-vc/
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Nigeria’s Reforms Have Become Reference Points – Edun
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Olawale Edun, has said the country’s ongoing economic reforms are now being recognised globally as reference points for policy credibility and resilience. Speaking at the Nigerian press conference to round up the International Monetary Fund/World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington DC, Edun said Nigeria’s reform […]
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Operative of Edo Security Corps escapes from kidnappers’ den after fierce battle
Yusuf Kazim, an operative of the Edo State Security Corps, ESSC, has escaped from the kidnappers’ den after a fierce battle. DAILY POST gathered that Kazim, who operates in Edo North Senatorial District, was ambushed on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, while driving into his residence at Iyahmo in Etsako West Local Government Area. It was […] Operative of Edo Security Corps escapes from kidnappers’ den after fierce battle
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Security operatives rescue 59-year-old abducted farmer in Edo
A 59-year-old farmer identified as Aminu Yusuf has been rescued from a kidnapper’s den by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps, ESSC. DAILY POST gathered that the victim was reportedly abducted on his way to the farm in the Iddo area of Okpella community, Etsako East Local Government of the State by gunmen suspected […] Security operatives rescue 59-year-old abducted farmer in Edo
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CAS denies fast-track for AFCON 2025 final appeal verdict
By Harry Awurumibe with agency report Expectations of early adjudication of the appeal lodged by the Senegalese Football Federation against the decision of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip it of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy has evaporated like early morning dews as the final arbiter of sporting disputes, the [...]
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