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Resident doctors demand reinstatement of sacked colleagues
According to him, the caucus was also concerned about unpaid allowances and arrears owed to resident doctors across several federal institutions. The post Resident doctors demand reinstatement of sacked colleagues appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu intervenes again in Fubara-Nyesom Wike feud
President Bola Tinubu has reportedly intervened once again in the ongoing Rivers political feud between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former Governor Nyesom Wike.
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Islamic Republic: New Protests Erupt In Iran Despite Internet Shutdown
On Friday, US President Donald Trump said it looked like Iran's leaders were "in big trouble" and repeated an earlier threat of military strikes if peaceful protesters are killed. The post Islamic Republic: New Protests Erupt In Iran Despite Internet Shutdown appeared first on Channels Television.
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‘Content Board’s New Technology Devt To Address Local Oil, Gas Challenges’
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has devised new means that will help it improve and close seeming operational vulnerabilities and gaps in the implementation of the country’s local content law. To further integrate indigenous companies into the industry, the Board, has announced the Nigerian Content Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge 2025/2026. It […]
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Woman accuses ex-husband of seizing car bought with own money, causing illness
A woman, Anike, has approached a Grade A Customary Court in Mapo, Ibadan, seeking an order compelling her former husband, Karounwi, to release a vehicle she claims she bought with her personal funds. Anike told the court she paid for the car in 2019 through her then husband after informing him she needed a vehicle [...]
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Egbin Power Strengthens Policy To Achieve Sustainable Community Devt
Africa’s biggest thermal power firm, Egbin Power, said it is working towards enhancing policy values that will enable it meet strategic investment in people and communities. The Company, also reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development and inclusive growth through its Personal Corporate Social Responsibility (PCSR) initiatives, designed to deepen social cohesion, empower young people, and […]
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From proposal to pain: Peller gets back engagement ring after messy split with Jarvis
Following their messy breakup, Peller retrieves $4,000 engagement ring from Jarvis, eliciting divided reactions on social media about their turbulent relationship.
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Police Commissioner Orders DPO’s Removal Over N2.5m Bribe
The new Delta State Commissioner of Police (CP) Aina Adesola has ordered the removal of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) attached to Jesse Police Division, and arrest of another officer over extortion. This followed the viral video showing a woman alleging that the DPO allegedly extorted N2.5 million from her to facilitate the release of […]
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EFCC arraigns Austrian over undeclared $800,585, €651,505 at Lagos airport
Austrian Kavlak Onal was about flying Emirates Airline to Dubai when he was intercepted with huge, undeclared cash. The post EFCC arraigns Austrian over undeclared $800,585, €651,505 at Lagos airport appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Organ Harvesting: Police Move Against Perpetrators In Imo
The nefarious trade of organ harvesting  in Imo State, initiated by criminals and persons of questionable characters and individuals engrossed with tendencies of get-rich quick syndrome, have risen to a dangerous dimension. The activities of these elements have snow balled into  feverish heights, thereby generating uneasy calm and   consumed innocent citizens, the poor and less […]
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No Credible Alternative To Tinubu In 2027 – Kalu
Former Abia State governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has asserted that there will be no credible alternative candidate to President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. Kalu stated this while speaking to newsmen in his Neya Camp country home, Igbere, saying he is confident that the president would win the election in a landslide […]
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Abia First Lady Donates N6m, Food Items To Charity Homes
The wife of Abia State governor, Pricillia Otti, has donated N6 million, foodstuff, and various items to six charity homes in the state. ‎The homes are Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Motherless Babies Home; Ngwa Road Motherless Babies Home; and Victims of Need Social and Motherless Babies Home, all in Aba. Others are St. Vincent De […]
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AFCON 2025: ‘They’re very good team’ – Osayi-Samuel predicts Nigeria vs Algeria tie
Super Eagles defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel has predicted the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal clash between the Super Eagles and the Desert Warriors of Algeria. The defender said he does not worry too much about Algeria’s strong defense as Nigeria gets ready to face the North Africans on Saturday. Nigeria is coming […] AFCON 2025: ‘They’re very good team’ – Osayi-Samuel predicts Nigeria vs Algeria tie
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Delta Assembly Commits To People-oriented Governance
The Delta State House of Assembly (DSHA), has vowed to deepen its commitment to people-oriented governance in the state. Speaking on prospects and expectations in 2026, the chief press secretary to the speaker, Nkem Nwaeke stated that the 8th Delta Assembly, under the leadership of Hon. Dennis Guwor, holds great promise for a productive legislature […]
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Coastal Highway: Akwa Ibom Women Protest Non-Payment Of Compensation
Tension has continued to pervade the the Ekid ethnic nationality of Akwa Ibom State over the planned take over of the disputed Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve which the ongoing Lagos – Calabar Coastal Highway is expected to traverse to its terminal point in the neighbouring Calabar, Cross River State. Under the aegis of the Ekid […]
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Wike–Fubara Face-Off: PANDE Chief Kanu Agabi To Mediate With Committee
By Wilson Macaulay The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has decisively intervened in the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, following… The post Wike–Fubara Face-Off: PANDE Chief Kanu Agabi To Mediate With Committee appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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UN Security Council Plans Emergency Meeting On Ukraine Monday
The latest strikes left half of the residential buildings in Kyiv without heating in sub-zero temperatures, Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko said. The post UN Security Council Plans Emergency Meeting On Ukraine Monday appeared first on Channels Television.
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UNIOSUN postgraduate college gets acting provost
Osun State University has appointed Professor Alamu Oguntola as the acting Provost of its Postgraduate College to enhance academic excellence. Read More: https://punchng.com/uniosun-postgraduate-college-gets-acting-provost/
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Minneapolis Neighbours Protect One Another From US Immigration Police
Wednesday's shooting death of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good at the hands of masked ICE agents -- who are still conducting operations on Minneapolis streets -- has only inspired more volunteers. The post Minneapolis Neighbours Protect One Another From US Immigration Police appeared first on Channels Television.
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The Rivers State Débâcle: Why Wike-Backed Lawmakers Want Fubara Out?
Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State, and Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have renewed their hostility. The political feud between the two, which many believed had been resolved following President Tinubu’s intervention, persists.  The feud between the two, which stemmed from disagreements over governance and power conflicts, has been reignited and […] The post The Rivers State Débâcle: Why Wike-Backed Lawmakers Want Fubara Out? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Meet ‘Renowned Nigerian Author’ Who Lost Son Borne Through Surrogacy
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Edge, on Wednesday, January 7, lost one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi. Omawumi Ogbe, via a statement issued on Thursday on behalf of the family, disclosed that the 21-month-old baby passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a brief illness. According to […] The post Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Meet ‘Renowned Nigerian Author’ Who Lost Son Borne Through Surrogacy appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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2026 Army Recruitment: How To Apply
The Nigerian Army on Tuesday, January 6, launched recruitment for the Direct Short Service Commission and declared free applications open from Wednesday, January 7, to Wednesday, February 4. According to the notice, eligibility criteria include age, education, medical fitness, and being open to civilians and serving military personnel. It further added that various professional fields […] The post 2026 Army Recruitment: How To Apply appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Former Nigeria captain charges Super Eagles to defeat Algeria with strong message
Segun Odegbami urges the Super Eagles to play with confidence ahead of their crucial AFCON 2025 quarterfinal clash against Algeria, aiming for a semifinal spot.
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Abia Govt sets up panel to probe crisis in Okon-Aku community 
Abia State Government has constituted an administrative panel of enquiry to investigate the causes of the crisis in Okun Aku community, Ohafia local government area. DAILY POST recalls that a youth, Mr. Igwe Akuma Akwu was shot dead last week, while houses and vehicles belonging to some other indigenes of Okon-Aku were set ablaze during […] Abia Govt sets up panel to probe crisis in Okon-Aku community 
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Between Durojaiye and Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a quintessential diplomat (1930 – 2025)
James Durojaiye Olufemi Sokoya born on 26th November,1930 as the 10th child of Eunice that has suffered 9 abikus out of 11 children The post Between Durojaiye and Nunc Dimittis: Exit of a quintessential diplomat (1930 – 2025) appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Rivers Assembly breaks silence on 'withdrawing' impeachment notice against Fubara
The Rivers State Assembly addresses reports about Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s impeachment, clarifying whether lawmakers have officially withdrawn the notice.
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Angry Umahi removes Controller over Mararaba-Keffi road project, sets deadline
Umahi expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of work and attributed the persistent lapses not only to the contractor but also to negligence by officials of the Ministry of Works assigned to supervise the project.
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AFCON 2025: ‘That’s what has helped us’ – Frank Onyeka on why Nigeria is winning matches
Super Eagles midfielder, Frank Onyeka, has revealed what has been helping Nigeria do well at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria plays against Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday. The Brentford midfielder talked about Nigeria’s strong performance in the tournament so far, saying the […] AFCON 2025: ‘That’s what has helped us’ – Frank Onyeka on why Nigeria is winning matches
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Civil society groups condemn Lagos govt’s forced eviction of Makoko, Oko Agbon, Sogunro residents
The Justice Empowerment Initiative, in collaboration with the Nigerian Slum/Informal Settlement Federation and other civil society organisations, has strongly condemned the ongoing eviction of residents in the Makoko, Oko Agbon, and Sogunro communities by the Lagos State Government. In a joint statement released on Friday, the groups warned that the forced removals threaten thousands of […] Civil society groups condemn Lagos govt’s forced eviction of Makoko, Oko Agbon, Sogunro residents
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Ayra Starr Earns Nomination At 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has been nominated for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, marking another major international recognition for the singer. Prompt News reports organisers of the award ceremony released the official nominees list on Thursday, with Ayra Starr securing a spot in the highly competitive World Artiste of the Year category. She will [...]
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Wike abandons ministerial duties in Abuja for weeks because of Rivers politics
As of Friday, PREMIUM TIMES counted at least 20 LGAs the minister has already visited across Rivers State between December 2025 and January 2026. The post Wike abandons ministerial duties in Abuja for weeks because of Rivers politics appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Seyi Vibez’s ‘Different Pattern’ Video Removed From YouTube Over Copyright Claims
Seyi Vibez’s popular track ‘Different Pattern’ has been taken down from YouTube following a copyright claim over unauthorized samples used in the song’s introduction. The intro of the track incorporates elements from two late Nigerian music legends: highlife maestro Orlando Owoh and Apala pioneer Musiliu Haruna Ishola. The takedown specifically references the unapproved use of [...]
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AFCON: ‘We can go through that door’ – Chelle explains how Super Eagles’ plan to beat Algeria
Nigeria coach, Eric Chelle, has explained what the Super Eagles need to do to win against Algeria in the quarterfinal match at Marrakech Stadium on Saturday. Going into the quarterfinals, Nigeria has done really well in the tournament, winning four matches, scoring twelve goals, and letting in just four goals. Algeria too have won every […] AFCON: ‘We can go through that door’ – Chelle explains how Super Eagles’ plan to beat Algeria
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Nigeria, Jersey seal deal to repatriate $9.5m looted funds
Nigeria and the Bailiwick of jersey have agreed to repatriate more than $9.5 million traced to proceeds of corruption to the Federal Government of Nigeria. The agreement is contained in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in December 2025 by The post Nigeria, Jersey seal deal to repatriate $9.5m looted funds appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Shettima: Nigeria will witness enduring peace, prosperity in coming days
Shettima acknowledged the sacrifices of the fallen soldiers and other security agencies, who paid the supreme price to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity, as well as the lives and properties of the citizens.
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AFCON: Why we lost against Morocco – Cameroon coach, David Pagou
Cameroon head coach, David Pagou has suggested why his team was defeated by the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, host nation Morocco in the quarter-final. Pagou observed as Morocco dominated the encounter on Friday night, securing a spot in the AFCON last-4 by eliminating Cameroon. The North Africans sealed their victory with a goal […] AFCON: Why we lost against Morocco – Cameroon coach, David Pagou
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