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NPFL: Plateau United send message to fans after win over Wikki Tourists 
Plateau United have expressed gratitude to the club supporters after the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 21 win over Wikki Tourists. Vincent Temitope lone strike gave the Peace Boys a 1-0 win over Wikki Tourists at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday. The encounter was witnessed by a large number of Plateau United faithfuls. […] NPFL: Plateau United send message to fans after win over Wikki Tourists 
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NDLEA arrest two suspected traffickers with illicit drugs worth N300million in Delta
The Delta State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested two suspects with illicit drugs estimated at approximately N300 million in the state. DAILY POST reports that the suspects were arrested when operatives of the command intercepted two commercial buses laden with various illicit drugs. A statement by Johnkennedy Edoziem, Media […] NDLEA arrest two suspected traffickers with illicit drugs worth N300million in Delta
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What happened to Aura Bora Shark Tank after the show?
Curious about what happened after Aura Bora’s Shark Tank appearance? Find out who currently owns the beverage company and how it has fared in business.
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BREAKING: Magistrate, Customary Courts, Others Suspend Strike In Ondo
Coalition Of magistrates, presidents of Grade A Customary Court and legal research officers of Ondo State Judiciary has suspended its industrial action. This was made known in a statement jointly… The post BREAKING: Magistrate, Customary Courts, Others Suspend Strike In Ondo appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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ADC will destroy future of Nigeria if we are not careful – Biodun Ajiboye
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Biodun Ajiboye, says the future of Nigeria is at stake if Nigerians are not careful about the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Ajiboye stated this on Monday when he featured in an interview programme on Channels Television’s Politics Today, monitored by DAILY POST. He said, “If Nigerians […] ADC will destroy future of Nigeria if we are not careful – Biodun Ajiboye
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FCTA workers reject management’s claim of meeting demands, insists strike continues
The workers insisted that no such agreement had been reached between the union and the management. The post FCTA workers reject management’s claim of meeting demands, insists strike continues appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu Mourns Chief Imam Of Ilorin Sheikh Sohihu
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Solihu, a revered Islamic scholar and Chief Imam of Ilorin, who died at the age of 75 on Monday. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Imam, the Emir […]
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Brandon Moreno's wife, Shirley, and how their relationship grew over time
Brandon Moreno’s wife, Shirley Moreno, has been by his side since their high school days. Discover how their relationship grew into a lasting love story.
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Ondo Magistrates, Customary Court Presidents suspend strike
Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers in Ondo State have suspended their two-week-old industrial action following agreements with the State Government. The suspension was announced The post Ondo Magistrates, Customary Court Presidents suspend strike appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Watch video as Nigerian man displays house roofed with firewood
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man displayed the unusual roofing used in a building. Netizens reacted.
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Power outage hits Ibadan over transformer fault
A major transformer fault causes a power outage in Ibadan, affecting numerous communities and businesses. IBEDC is working to restore electricity. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-outage-hits-ibadan-over-transformer-fault/
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LG poll: Kogi PDP seeks deadline extension
The Kogi State PDP threatens legal action against KOSIEC if it fails to extend the timetable for participation in the forthcoming local government poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/lg-poll-kogi-pdp-seeks-deadline-extension/
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Minister inaugurates shippers’ council board, demands accountability
Minister Adegboyega Oyetola inaugurates the new Governing Board of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, urging for accountability and institutional governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-inaugurates-shippers-council-board-demands-accountability/
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Inside SPERGO‍ Shark Tank's momentum after its time on the show
Discover ho⁠w SPERGO‍ Shark Tank surged after getting a deal with Daymond Johnson. Read about their sales, retail wins⁠, and unstoppable youth momentum.
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Tanker Crash: NOA DG Asks National Assembly To Criminalise Fuel Scooping
The director-general of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has condemned in the strongest terms the dangerous and irresponsible act of scooping fuel from a fallen tanker, as witnessed on Monday, January 20, at the Liverpool Bridge in the Apapa area of Lagos State. Consequently, he called on the National Assembly to urgently […]
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Behind closed doors: Tinubu hosts Kano Governor in lengthy Secret talks
No official details emerged from the Presidency or the governor's office regarding the agenda. However, the meeting has drawn widespread attention due to persistent rumours of Yusuf's impending defection to the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Ghana’s IMF programme extension to August 2026 was to allow more time for final review work – IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Resident Representative in Ghana, Dr Adrian Alter, has revealed that the extension of Ghana’s programme to August 2026 was purely technical.
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Morocco’s King Accepts Invitation To Join Trump ‘Peace Board’
The US-led initiative aims to "contribute to peace efforts in the Middle East and adopt a new approach to resolving conflicts around the world", it said. The post Morocco’s King Accepts Invitation To Join Trump ‘Peace Board’ appeared first on Channels Television.
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Ondo varsity VC congratulates PUNCHman on NMMA award
Adekunle Ajasin University VC congratulates PUNCH’s Segun Odunayo on winning the Sports Reporter of the Year at the 2025 Nigeria Media Merit Award (NMMA). Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-varsity-vc-congratulates-punchman-on-nmma-award/
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Death toll in Mozambique, South Africa floods rises
Weeks of heavy rain cause severe Mozambique & South Africa floods, raising the death toll to over 150. Rescue operations continue amid the devastation. Read More: https://punchng.com/death-toll-in-mozambique-south-africa-floods-rises/
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Atiku vows to build strong ADC opposition in Bauchi
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reaffirmed commitment to working with leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at all levels to build a strong and effective opposition in Bauchi The post Atiku vows to build strong ADC opposition in Bauchi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Togo expels alleged leader of Burkina Faso’s foiled coup — Report 
Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba was arrested last week in Lome and tried for "attempted destabilisation" in Burkina Faso before being taken to the airport, one of his associates said. The post Togo expels alleged leader of Burkina Faso’s foiled coup — Report  appeared first on Vanguard News.
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No records of Bryan Acheampong’s enlistment and release from the US Army – Parliament says in RTI response
Parliament has said that it has no record of documents linking the MP for Abetifi and former Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, to the US Army.
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How woman, six children were killed in Kano
In Chiranchi, Dorayi area of Kano, noon became darkness. It was on Saturday, 17 January that the blood chilling incident unfurled. The heinous killing of a mother and her six The post How woman, six children were killed in Kano appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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JUST-IN: NSA Ribadu’s Mother Dies At 86
Hajiya Aisha Mamma, the mother of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has died. Hajia Aisha, also known as Hajja Mamma, died on Monday morning and was aged 86. Beside the NSA, the deceased was also the mother to Emir of Fufore in Adamawa State, HRH Sani Ribadu. Among the first to pay […]
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Meet Madison Alworth's husband and their relationship timeline
Who is Madison Alworth's husband? The American television journalist is married to Brent. Explore more details about their relationship in this post.
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Emir fixes Tuesday for late Chief Imam of Ilorin’s burial
The Emir of Ilorin has announced the Janazah prayer for the late Chief Imam of Ilorin, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Solih, will take place on Tuesday. Read More: https://punchng.com/emir-fixes-tuesday-for-late-chief-imam-of-ilorins-burial/
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Morocco’s king accepts invitation to join Trump ‘peace board’
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has accepted US President Donald Trump's invitation to join his "Board of Peace" as a founding member, the Moroccan foreign ministry said on Monday. The post Morocco’s king accepts invitation to join Trump ‘peace board’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Obidient Movement Collapses Into ADC In Edo, Vows To Commence Grassroots Mobilisation For Party Victory
Francis Onoiribholo The leadership of the Edo State African Democratic Congress, ADC, on Monday warmly welcomed the Obidient Movement into the party,describing the harmonization as timely, strategic, and necessary for… The post Obidient Movement Collapses Into ADC In Edo, Vows To Commence Grassroots Mobilisation For Party Victory appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Destiny Boy: Mother speaks, shares 5 details about son’s death and his illness
The mother of Destiny Boy, Saidat Adeshina, has shared details of how he passed away, mentioning the name of the illness he was battling and the place he died.
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Nigerian govt opens application for free technical colleges
Last year, the government reviewed the curriculum for technical colleges to include new subjects such as content creation and solar work. The post Nigerian govt opens application for free technical colleges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Why I won’t stop having children – Obasanjo
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared that he will “never stop having children.” Obasanjo explained that although he no longer gives birth and his children are now adults, the circle of life continues through his grandchildren and subsequent generations. He made the remarks while hosting the leadership of the Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN), […] Why I won’t stop having children – Obasanjo
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NITDA Endorses Crisis Communication Hub To Tackle AI-driven Misinformation
The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has endorsed the establishment of a centralised National Crisis Communication Hub (NCCH) to counter the growing threats of… The post NITDA Endorses Crisis Communication Hub To Tackle AI-driven Misinformation appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Dasebre Osei Bonsu III swears oath of allegiance to Asantehene, pledges unity and development for Asante Mampong
Leslie Nkansah Osei Bonsu, the nominee for the Asante Mampong Paramount Stool, has officially sworn the oath of allegiance to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, at the Manhyia Palace on Monday, January 19, 2026. Following the oath-taking ceremony, he was formally gazetted as the Asante Mamponghene and assumed the stool name Dasebre Osei Bonsu […]
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Strike: FCTA rejects workers’ claims, says most demands already addressed
Workers under JUAC on Monday commenced an industrial strike, shutting down offices of the FCTA and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) across Abuja. The post Strike: FCTA rejects workers’ claims, says most demands already addressed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Kano massacre: Homes no longer safe – Sheikh Daurawa
An Islamic cleric and Chairman of the Kano State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Daurawa, has raised the alarm over the worsening security situation in the country, saying people can no longer feel safe in their own homes. Sheikh Daurawa spoke in an emotional video shared online while reacting to the killing of a woman, Fatima, […] Kano massacre: Homes no longer safe – Sheikh Daurawa
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