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PDP Crisis: Turaki Group Emerges Interim Working Committee, Makinde Pledges Support
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has pledged support for a newly constituted Interim National Working Committee reportedly emerging from the Turaki group within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The decision was taken at the Makinde-backed 103rd NEC meeting held on Monday in Abuja, following a motion moved by the Edo State PDP Chairman, Tony […]
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Minister Pate Withdraws from Bauchi 2027 Guber Race, Cites National Interest
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, has withdrawn from the Bauchi State governorship race ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing the best interests of the state and the nation. In a video message released to the people of Bauchi State on Sunday night, the minister expressed regret over […]
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Political thugs disrupt NDC Congress in Enugu
Political thugs on Monday went on rampage and attacked the venue of the congress of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in Enugu. DAILY POST reports that the venue of the Congress, Aborigene Hall, Enugu, came under attack after members of the party gathered for the event. The development comes barely 24 hours after former Labour […] Political thugs disrupt NDC Congress in Enugu
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Court Remands ‘Justice Crack’ In DSS Custody Over Alleged Cybercrime
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered that the defendant be remanded in DSS custody until May 25, when the court will commence trial and hear the bail application. The post Court Remands ‘Justice Crack’ In DSS Custody Over Alleged Cybercrime appeared first on Channels Television.
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ADC stakeholders break silence after Supreme Court verdict on leadership crisis, reveal fresh political tension
Anambra ADC stakeholders celebrate the Supreme Court's ruling restoring David Mark's leadership as a win for internal democracy ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Belgian driver faces murder trial over carnival crash
A Belgian driver went on trial Monday accused of murdering seven people by ploughing his car into a carnival procession in a high-profile case that shocked the country. The post Belgian driver faces murder trial over carnival crash appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Pope to meet US Secretary of State Thursday
Pope Leo XIV will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a private visit aimed at thawing relations after recent harsh criticism from US President Trump Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-to-meet-us-secretary-of-state-thursday/
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Britain In Talks To Participate In EU Loan To Ukraine
Starmer said British participation would give Ukraine the "capability that it desperately needs" as Russia's war grinds into a fifth year and would boost UK jobs. The post Britain In Talks To Participate In EU Loan To Ukraine appeared first on Channels Television.
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Champions League ‘not the same’ without Man United – Cunha
Matheus Cunha says the Man United Champions League return is vital, stating the competition isn’t the same without the club among Europe’s elite. Read More: https://punchng.com/champions-league-not-the-same-without-man-united-cunha/
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Just in: Makinde-backed PDP NEC appoints Turaki Caretaker Chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has appointed Kabiru Turaki (SAN) as Chairman of its Interim National Working Committee (NWC). The post Just in: Makinde-backed PDP NEC appoints Turaki Caretaker Chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police arrest 25 suspected cultists, recover firearm
Ms John, a deputy superintendent of police, said the operation, carried out on 3 May at about 9:19 p.m., followed “credible intelligence” about suspected cult members' activities at Oku Abak Village in Abak Local Government Area. The post Police arrest 25 suspected cultists, recover firearm appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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SSANU, NASU Strike Grounds UNILORIN
The workers are insisting on a 45 per cent salary increase and full implementation of the 2009 agreement. The post SSANU, NASU Strike Grounds UNILORIN appeared first on Channels Television.
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Women’s Rights Advocate, Mopelola Bashir, Joins Reps Race In Kwara
A women’s rights advocate, Hon. Mopelola AbdulMalik Bashir, has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination form to contest the House of Representatives seat for Ilorin West/Asa Federal Constituency in Kwara State. Bashir, a former Commissioner for Women Affairs in the state, has built a reputation around institutional reform, social development, […]
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Breaking: Makinde-backed PDP appoints Turaki as national chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), backed by Seyi Makinde, Oyo governor, has appointed Kabiru Turaki as the chairman of the interim national working committee (NWC).
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WHO: Low public risk after Hantavirus alert
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said there is no cause for panic following a suspected outbreak of rodent-borne hantavirus aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, stressing that the risk to the general public remains low. The post WHO: Low public risk after Hantavirus alert appeared first on Vanguard News.
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US reopens visa doors for Nigerian doctors amid health crisis
The United States has lifted its suspension on visa processing for foreign-trained doctors, including those from Nigeria.
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Install new Awujale before Ileya – Chief Imam of Ijebuland appeals to Gov Abiodun
The Chief Imam of Ijebuland, Sheikh Muftaudeen Ayanbadejo, has appealed to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, to urgently intervene in the delay surrounding the selection of a new Awujale, stressing the need for the monarch to be in place before the upcoming Ileya (Eid-el-Kabir) festival He spoke on Sunday at during a sendforth ceremony for […] Install new Awujale before Ileya – Chief Imam of Ijebuland appeals to Gov Abiodun
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Ogun killing was cult clash, not linked to Yayi rally — Police
The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed a violent cult-related clash in Abeokuta that left one person dead on Sunday, and says investigations have begun to track down those responsible. In a Sunday statement issued by the State command spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, detectives of the Oke Itoku Division said the incident occurred around 2:45 pm Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-killing-was-cult-clash-not-linked-to-yayi-rally-police/
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JUST IN: PDP crisis deepens as Makinde camp names Turaki caretaker chair
The leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party escalated on Monday as a faction loyal to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, inaugurated a 13-member caretaker committee to pilot the party’s affairs. At a National Executive Committee meeting held in Abuja, the group ratified the appointment of former minister, Tanimu Turaki, as chairman of the interim [...]
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‘The grudge is on for life’ — Seun Kuti speaks on fallout with Wizkid
Seun Kuti has made it clear that there is no reconciliation in sight between him and fellow singer Wizkid, saying their fallout will last “for life.” The post ‘The grudge is on for life’ — Seun Kuti speaks on fallout with Wizkid appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Court to rule on Sowore’s no-case submission in trial on charges of cyberbullying Tinubu
Mr Sowore’s lawyer, Marshal Abubakar, told the court that the prosecution failed to link his client to the alleged offences. The post Court to rule on Sowore’s no-case submission in trial on charges of cyberbullying Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court remands blogger ‘Justice Crack’ in DSS custody
According to the DSS, Mark is accused of making false claims about Nigerian Army soldiers, alleging they are poorly fed. The charges stem from a viral video posted on his X handle (@JusticeCrack), where he allegedly made defamatory statements that could damage the reputation of the Nigerian Army.
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Police arrest Enugu nurse, Joy Ezeugwu, over video depicting poor conditions in hospital
Joy Ezeugwu, a nurse at Uwani General Hospital in Enugu State, who shared a video of deteriorating conditions at the facility, has been arrested by the Nigerian police. Joy was reportedly arrested by a team from Police Force Headquarters Annex, Enugu. An education technologist, Alex Onyia, disclosed the development in a post on his X […] Police arrest Enugu nurse, Joy Ezeugwu, over video depicting poor conditions in hospital
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Lagos moves to curb dispatch riders’ crashes with safety campaign
Lagos State is intensifying efforts to improve dispatch rider safety and reduce accidents by engaging with unions to promote adherence to safety regulation Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-moves-to-curb-dispatch-riders-crashes-with-safety-campaign/
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Family begs Elumelu to forgive teen arrested over divorce rumour
The sister of 18-year-old social media user and UTME candidate, Kingsley Akunemeihe, has appealed to billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu to forgive her brother following his arrest over a viral post alleging that the entrepreneur had divorced his wife. The post Family begs Elumelu to forgive teen arrested over divorce rumour appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos plans safety drive for dispatch riders
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it is intensifying efforts to curb rising accidents involving dispatch riders on major highways across the state. The post Lagos plans safety drive for dispatch riders appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Our surrogate gave birth to a baby—The first time my husband bathed her, he said, “We can’t keep it.”
After years of infertility, a couple brings home their newborn daughter, until a chilling discovery during her first bath turns their joy into fear and doubt.
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Read why nursing student changed courses after multiple UTMEs
A student who gained admission to study nursing shared why she changed her course. Her experience with UTME and JUPEB caught many people’s attention.
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BREAKING: PDP crisis: Wabara-led BoT appoints 13-member NWC
The Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by ex-Senate President Adolphus Wabara, has appointed a 13-member interim National Working Committee, NWC, for the party. Wabara, who announced this on Monday, said the move was in line with the PDP constitution. He insisted that the Supreme Court judgment which upheld the nullification […] BREAKING: PDP crisis: Wabara-led BoT appoints 13-member NWC
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Court to rule on Sowore’s no-case submission in cyberstalking trial
The ruling will be delivered on May 8, 2026, after both parties adopted their final written addresses in the case, with Sowore's counsel, Marshall Abubakar, arguing for the dismissal of the charges.
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My beef with Wizkid is for life – Seun Kuti
Maverick singer Seun Kuti has ruled out reconciliation with Afrobeats star, Wizkid, declaring that their rift is lifelong. DAILY POST recalls that Seun Kuti and Wizkid fell apart after the latter claimed he was greater than Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti in response to the former’s directive to fans to stop comparing the Ojuelegba crooner to […] My beef with Wizkid is for life – Seun Kuti
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A’Ibom airport’s international status will boost regional connectivity – Eno
Akwa Ibom’s Victor Attah International Airport now has international status, set to boost regional connectivity and eliminate travel stress, says Gov. Eno. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-airports-international-status-will-boost-regional-connectivity-eno/
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Alleged cybercrime: Court remands ‘Justice Crack’ in DSS custody
He was accused of posting a viral video on his X handle (@JusticeCrack) in which he allegedly made false claims that were capable of tarnishing the reputation of the Nigerian Army. The post Alleged cybercrime: Court remands ‘Justice Crack’ in DSS custody appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fuel prices hit ₦1,370 in Abuja
Petrol prices in Abuja have remained elevated for the second consecutive week, with filling stations selling Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at between ₦1,364 and ₦1,372 per litre. The post Fuel prices hit ₦1,370 in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Australia hunts for knockout consistency
Long known for their physical resilience and "never-say-die" spirit, Australia is now looking to establish itself as a consistent threat beyond the group stages, moving past the tag of a perennial underdog. The post Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Australia hunts for knockout consistency appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AFCON 2027: Nigeria to discover qualifying rivals May 19
For Nigeria, the focus is now on the draw, which will determine their path to qualification. Fans will be hoping the team not only qualifies easily but also builds a strong squad capable of winning the tournament.
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