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National Convention: APC extends dates for purchase, submission of forms
The ruling party says its national convention will be held from 26 to 27 March as earlier announced. The post National Convention: APC extends dates for purchase, submission of forms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Derrikson Quiros breaks up with girlfriend three days after public pitch proposal
Costa Rican footballer Derrikson Quiros has announced his breakup just three days after romantically proposing to his girlfriend, Wendy, on the pitch
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US Stabbing Spree Kills Four; Suspect Shot Dead By Police
Pierce County Sheriff's office said deputies had responded to reports about a man who was believed to be violating a "no-contact order" at a home near Tacoma in the western state. The post US Stabbing Spree Kills Four; Suspect Shot Dead By Police appeared first on Channels Television.
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Nigerian actor Okemesi is dead
Few hours after slipping into coma, Nigerian comic actor, Bamidele Tope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi, is dead. Following complications from drugs administered to him at the hospital, Okemesi died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Announcing his death in a video shared on Instagram, actor Tony Montana Jeff stated that his body has been deposited [...]
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Peter Obi Donates N15m To Nursing College In Edo
A presidential hopeful of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has donated N15m to the St. Philomena College of Nursing, Benin City, Edo State. A similar donation last year by Obi to the same hospital sparked reaction that made the State governor, Monday Okpebholo, to bar Obi […]
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Court To Rule On Suit Seeking Deregistration Of ADC, 4 Others March 24
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed March 24, 2026, for ruling on a joinder application and other pending motions in a suit seeking the deregistration of five political parties over alleged non-compliance with constitutional provisions. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2637/25, was filed by the National Forum of Former Legislators (NFFL) against the Independent […]
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Five in police custody over murder of 57-yrs-old farmer in Edo
By Jethro Ibileke Five suspects have been arrested by operatives of Edo State Police Command over the alleged murder of a 57-year-old man identified as Saturday Ojewa, following unresolved issues. The deceased was reportedly murdered in Ewato community, Esan South East local government area of the state, while on his way to the farm, and […]
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ECOWAS Decries Poor Enforcement Of Free Movement Protocol
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has decried the poor implementation of free movement of persons and labour protocol among member-states, stressing that the situation was seriously hindering trade and the integration process within the sub-region. The Director of Free Movement of Persons and Migration at the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja, Mr Albert […]
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8 DIGs, AIGs Set To Retire As Tunji Disu Takes Over As IGP
About eight deputy inspectors-general of police (DIGs) and senior assistant inspectors-general of police (AIGs) are set to retire after the appointment of AIG Tunji Disu as the acting inspector-general of police (IGP). Special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, had announced in a statement on Tuesday that President Bola Tinubu had […]
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SEDC: Senate Approves ₦140bn 2026 Budget Proposal, Demands Accountability, Security Results, Erosion Control
ABUJA – The Senate has endorsed the proposed ₦140 billion 2026 budget of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), while issuing strong warnings on fiscal discipline, measurable security outcomes and urgent…
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Court adjourns Ganduje’s port ownership dispute case
Mr Ganduje and three other defendants face a 10-count charge of criminal conspiracy, misappropriation of public funds, breach of trust, and conflict of interest. The post Court adjourns Ganduje’s port ownership dispute case appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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INEC denies result manipulation in FCT polling unit
In a statement, FCT Resident Electoral Commissioner, Aminu Idris, described the claim as false and misleading. The post INEC denies result manipulation in FCT polling unit appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Heavy Rains Kill 14, Displace 440 In Southeastern Brazil
At least 14 people have died and 440 others displaced after heavy rains hit the southeastern Brazilian city of Juiz de Fora, local authorities said on Tuesday. The downpours caused severe flooding and landslides, forcing the suspension of classes in municipal schools. Specialised teams have been deployed to respond to emergencies and search for missing […]
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Tinubu, Wike, Umahi sons’ political ambition ‘dangerous for society’ — Gov Eno’s campaign official
A top campaign official for Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, has warned that the growing political ambitions of the sons of some of Nigeria’s most powerful politicians threaten fairness and democratic competition. The post Tinubu, Wike, Umahi sons’ political ambition ‘dangerous for society’ — Gov Eno’s campaign official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ojaja Pan Africa Completes N9.2bn CP Redemption, Boosts Investor Confidence
The Ojaja Pan Africa Limited owned by, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, has recently completed the seamless redemption of its inaugural Commercial…
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Edo ADC Factional Crisis Deepens As Gunshots Hit Oyegun’s House
The crisis rocking the Edo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has degenerated into a major conflagration as hoodlums suspected to be loyal to one of the factions attacked the house of the party chieftain and former governor of the state, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, riddling his gate with bullets. It would be recalled […]
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Ex-Edo LP Guber Candidate, Olumide Akpata Joins ADC, Pledges Commitment To Rescue Nigeria
BENIN – The Governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2024 Edo State gubernatorial election, Barrister Olumide Akpata, has defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) along with his…
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Kano Sets Up 23-member Panel To Disburse N8bn Singer Market Fire Relief Fund
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 23-member high-level committee to oversee the disbursement of billions of naira secured as relief for victims of the recent fire outbreaks at Singer Market in Kano. The inferno, which struck the market twice within a week, destroyed goods and other wares, leaving many traders counting heavy losses. President […]
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Screening For Recruitment Of 50,000 Police Constables Set For March 9
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has fixed March 9, 2026, for the physical and credential screening of all candidates who successfully completed the online recruitment registration for the recruitment of 50,000 police constables. The exercise is set to hold between March 9, through April 18, 2026, across the federation. Spokesperson of the PSC, Torty Njoku […]
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Niger Delta Games: Team Edo Maintains Dominance In Medal Hauls, Harvesting Gold In Swimming, Others
BENIN – Team Edo’s Swimming, Weightlifting, Kokowa contingent have delivered extraordinary performance at the ongoing Niger Delta Games tagged Edo2026, harvesting gold medals and reaffirming the host state’s dominance. Leading the…
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Kano Assembly Urges Govt To Respond To US Sanctions Threat Against Kwankwaso
The Kano State House of Assembly has called on the state government to urgently intervene following reports that the United States is considering sanctions against the leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, over alleged anti-Christian positions. Legislators in the US reportedly labelled Senator Kwankwaso as anti-Christian and accused him […] The post Kano Assembly Urges Govt To Respond To US Sanctions Threat Against Kwankwaso appeared first on OsunDefender.
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AGF Files Fresh Charges Against Ozekhome
The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation has filed a fresh 12-count charge against Chief Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, and Ponfa Useni, also known as Tali Shani, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. They were accused of conspiracy, forgery, impersonation and unlawful control of a property […]
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Peter Obi Donates N15m For Training Of Nurses At St Philomena College
BENIN – Ex-Governor of Anambra State and former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday donated the sum of fifteen million Naira…
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Obi, ADC, Akpata Criticise APC Govt After Attack In Edo
Obi, a former Anambra State governor, also accused the APC-led Federal government of tampering with the nation’s democracy. The post Obi, ADC, Akpata Criticise APC Govt After Attack In Edo appeared first on Channels Television.
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I didn’t direct any attack on Obi, says Okpebholo
Edo Government Denies Orchestrating Attack on Peter Obi The Edo State Government has denied allegations that it directed any of its agencies to attack former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, The post I didn’t direct any attack on Obi, says Okpebholo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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How fraudster posing as BDC operator defrauded Nigerians of N369.3 million – EFCC
The EFCC said the suspect was arrested by its operatives from the Enugu Zonal Directorate in response to petitions from two Nigerian victims. The post How fraudster posing as BDC operator defrauded Nigerians of N369.3 million – EFCC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Effium-Ezza crisis: Stakeholders seek accelerated demarcation, enhanced policing amid rising tensions in Ebonyi-Benue border
In response to escalating violence along the Ebonyi–Benue border, senior government officials, community leaders, and development coordinators convened an emergency peace and security summit under the leadership of CP Adaku Uche-Anya, Commissioner of Police, Ebonyi State Command. The meeting was prompted by the recent killing of at least 11 individuals in a cross-border assault linked […] Effium-Ezza crisis: Stakeholders seek accelerated demarcation, enhanced policing amid rising tensions in Ebonyi-Benue border
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FG Files Charges Against Ozekhome Over Alleged Use of Forged Passport
The Federal Government has filed fresh criminal charges against constitutional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), over the alleged use of a forged Nigerian passport in a disputed property case in the United Kingdom. The government on Tuesday slammed a 12-count charge against Ozekhome before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court […] The post FG Files Charges Against Ozekhome Over Alleged Use of Forged Passport appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Ooni’s Ojaja Pan Africa Redeems ₦9.2bn Public Debt, Reaffirms Commitment To Economic Growth
Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi’s Ojaja Pan Africa Limited has successfully redeemed its ₦9.2 billion commercial paper issuance, a landmark move that underscored the firm’s financial strength and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s economic stability. The funds were raised under a ₦10 billion programme registered on the FMDQ Securities Exchange. According to the company, it repaid ₦2.15 […]
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Germany’s Merz meets Xi in China after visits by Carney, Starmer
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet President Xi Jinping during an official visit to China from February 25 to 26, following the invitation of Premier of the State Council Li Qiang. The German leader will hold talks with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, the Chinese Foreign Ministry […] Germany’s Merz meets Xi in China after visits by Carney, Starmer
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Naira continues to depreciate against US dollar despite CBN intervention
The Naira continued depreciation against the United States Dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the Naira further dropped to N1,355.37 per dollar on Tuesday, down from N1,349.24 on Monday. This means that on a day-to-day basis, the Naira depreciated by N6.13 against the dollar. Meanwhile […] Naira continues to depreciate against US dollar despite CBN intervention
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Aregbesola, labour blast US over Cuba blockade
The concerns were raised in Abuja at a conference of the Nigeria Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (NMSC) themed 'Cuba and all countries have the right to live.' The post Aregbesola, labour blast US over Cuba blockade appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FG Faults US Congress’s Comment On ‘Religious Persecution’ In Nigeria
On Monday, the United States House Committees on Appropriations and Foreign Affairs formally submitted a report to the White House outlining their findings and recommendations on the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The post FG Faults US Congress’s Comment On ‘Religious Persecution’ In Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.
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London Property Saga: AGF refiles amended forgery, impersonation charges against Ozekhome, co-suspect
The refiled amended forgery and impersonation charges considerably altered the case initially filed by the ICPC agaisnt Mr Ozekhome in the fallout of an ownership battle over a controversial London property. The post London Property Saga: AGF refiles amended forgery, impersonation charges against Ozekhome, co-suspect appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian govt rejects US report on ‘religious persecution’
The Nigerians Government has again, countered claims of genocide against Christian in the country. Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, who was reacting to reports of religious persecution submitted to the US President Donald Trump by congressman, Riley Moore said there is no religious persecution in Nigeria. The report filed by the US House Committees on […] Nigerian govt rejects US report on ‘religious persecution’
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Nigerian Naira will appreciate to N1,000 per dollar in coming weeks – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the naira will appreciate to N1000 per dollar in the coming weeks. The president disclosed this in his remarks at the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Summit in Abuja on Tuesday. He confirmed that the Central Bank of Nigeria had to intervene on Monday by mopping up excess dollars to stabilize […] Nigerian Naira will appreciate to N1,000 per dollar in coming weeks – Tinubu
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