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10 dream spots to add to your 2026 travel list
As the year 2026 begins, your New Year’s resolution should not lack a travel destination. Here we have curated a list of the best cities for you to visit, escape, wonder, and get soaked in. Bali, Indonesia Bali remains the The post 10 dream spots to add to your 2026 travel list appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Suspected killers of FRSC officer, daughter remanded till February 6
An Osun State Magistrate’s Court sitting in Osogbo has remanded three suspects arrested in connection with the murder of an officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Command, Lasisi Oluwamayokun, and her daughter, Adesewa, at the Ilesa Correctional Centre until February 6. The suspects — Gboyega Daramola, 39; Sunday James, 38; and Fajemirokun Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-killers-of-frsc-officer-daughter-remanded-till-february-6/
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Police nab suspected medical quack over illegal clinic in Ondo
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, identified as Idris Nasiru, for allegedly running an unlicensed medical facility in Ore. Nasiru was picked up on January 14 following an intelligence-driven raid by the police surveillance team. The operatives were said to have stormed the makeshift clinic where the suspect was reportedly administering [...]
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European allies unite after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland
The European governments warned that “tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral”, adding that pressure and coercion had no place among allies
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See details as Federal government announces new deal with UAE
Nigeria and Abu Dhabi Ports Group have signed a landmark MoU to enhance ports development, maritime logistics, and strengthen trade and economic cooperation.
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Revealed: How a screwdriver trader in Onitsha influenced Donald Trump’s bombing of Nigeria
Onitsha trader reportedly played a key role in influencing United States (US) President Donald Trump's missile strike in Nigeria, a new report has unveiled.
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Morocco 2025: Super Eagles on the way to achieving great things under Chelle – Gusau
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, ABUJA BUREAU Nigeria’s senior men national team, Super Eagles, is close to running on auto-pilot and will definitely achieve a lot of success under the present technical crew headed by Franco-Malian tactician Éric Chelle, says President of Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau. Gusau, also President of the sub-regional bloc WAFU [...]
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FCT Police arrest six armed robbery suspects linked to nightclub attacks
By Kingsley Omonobi The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested six notorious armed robbery suspects connected to a series of violent crimes targeting nightclubs and recreational centres in Abuja. FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, identified the suspects as Suleiman Magaji (25), Abdullahi Abubakar (20), Abubakar Shitu (25), Sani Ibrahim (17), Rabiu Dahiru […] The post FCT Police arrest six armed robbery suspects linked to nightclub attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police clarify Prof. Duru’s role in withdrawn complaint, dismiss viral claim about Akpabio
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has clarified the involvement of Professor Sandra Duru in a recently withdrawn criminal complaint, rejecting viral social media claims that Senate President Godswill Akpabio declined The post Police clarify Prof. Duru’s role in withdrawn complaint, dismiss viral claim about Akpabio appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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MOVIE REVIEW: ‘SuperNowa’: Nollywood finally talks about child anxiety, and it hurts to watch
Anchored by a restrained yet compelling performance from 16-year-old Darasimi Nadi, the film succeeds as a necessary intervention in Nollywood’s evolving mental health conversation. The post MOVIE REVIEW: ‘SuperNowa’: Nollywood finally talks about child anxiety, and it hurts to watch appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Lack of newborn hearing screening in public hospitals hinders early detection – Audiologist
Clinical audiologist Dr. Simeon Afolabi has warned that the absence of a sustained newborn hearing screening programme in Nigeria’s public hospitals is delaying the detection of hearing loss in children, The post Lack of newborn hearing screening in public hospitals hinders early detection – Audiologist appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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One dead, two shot in renewed cult war in Aladja community
The atmosphere in Aladja in Udu Local Government Area is currently tense as the rivalry between the Aiyes Confraternity and Vikings Confraternity claimed one Saturday night after two were shot. The Aiyes boys were said to have attacked and shot one Israel Igho aka BTC who is believed to be a member of the Vikings […] One dead, two shot in renewed cult war in Aladja community
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APC will be voted out in 2027 despite legal challenges against PDP — Gbenga Hashim
Presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will be removed from power in the 2027 general elections, insisting that no legal or administrative maneuvers can derail Nigeria’s multiparty democracy. The post APC will be voted out in 2027 despite legal challenges against PDP — Gbenga Hashim appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Why Kaduna will support Tinubu’s re-election – Uba Sani 
Governor Uba Sani has pledged that Kaduna State will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election because of the dividends of democracy that he has brought to the state and country at large. The Governor, who listed projects that were executed by Federal Government and those that it has attracted in Kaduna State, spoke on Sunday  […] Why Kaduna will support Tinubu’s re-election – Uba Sani 
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Ruger confirms death of Nigerian singer, Destiny Boy
Breaking the silence, Ruger took to social media to question the circumstances surrounding Destiny Boy’s death and the lack of clear information.
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LASG supports 250 indigent residents with financial assistance
The Lagos State Government has extended financial support to another 250 indigent residents under the Eko Cares Financial Assistance Programme, as part of efforts to enhance public confidence in governance The post LASG supports 250 indigent residents with financial assistance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Anambra, UNICEF target over 2m children for measles, rubella vaccination
The Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA), in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is targeting over 2 million children for vaccination against measles and rubella diseases during the February 4 - 15, 2026 exercise in the state. The post Anambra, UNICEF target over 2m children for measles, rubella vaccination appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Family cancels burial plans for gospel singer Omije Ojumi
The burial for late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, ‘Omije Ojumi,’ has been canceled due to unresolved family issues, a colleague announced. New dates are p Read More: https://punchng.com/family-cancels-burial-plans-for-gospel-singer-omije-ojumi/
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AU hails Uganda’s election, congratulates Museveni on seventh-term victory
The African Union Commission, AUC, has hailed the conduct of the recent Uganda’s presidential election. This is even as the Union congratulated President Yoweri Museveni on his re-election for the seventh-term in office. DAILY POST recalls that Museveni, Uganda’s long-time leader, on January 15 secured a landslide victory in the nation’s presidential election. According to the […] AU hails Uganda’s election, congratulates Museveni on seventh-term victory
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Over 75% of NPP Parliamentary candidates outpolled Bawumia in 2024 – Bryan Acheampong
A flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Bryan Acheampong has raised questions over the nationwide appeal of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, urging delegates and voters to critically assess the party’s performance in the 2024 general elections.
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Many Injured As Container Truck Collides With 18-seater Bus On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A container truck and an 18-seater commercial bus collided in a serious accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday, leaving several passengers severely injured and causing panic among motorists. In a video circulating online, passersby were seen rushing to the scene to assist victims, helping remove injured passengers while awaiting emergency responders. The crash reportedly […]
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ADC loses key member as APC launches e-registration targeting 300,000 in Taraba
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Taraba State has lost one of its key members, Acho Righteous, the party’s 2023 candidate for Gassol I State Constituency, to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as the latter commenced electronic registration of new members. The post ADC loses key member as APC launches e-registration targeting 300,000 in Taraba appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027 election: Mixed reactions follow call on popular journalist to dump guber ambition
Nigerians have started reacting to the call on Ibadan-based popular broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, to drop his governorship ambition, just hours after the declaration.
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Nigeria targets1 million CNG vehicles by 2027 as numbers hit 100,000
“More than 4,600 CNG tricycles, 510 CNG/AGO/PMS buses have been deployed. Our target is to covert one million vehicles by 2027,” he said.
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Ondo @50: Prof. Taiwo Oyedele To Deliver Lecture, As Govt Unveils Activities
BOLU-OLU ESHO In celebration of the golden jubilee of the creation of Ondo State, the state government has disclosed that Professor Taiwo Oyedele, chairman, Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms… The post Ondo @50: Prof. Taiwo Oyedele To Deliver Lecture, As Govt Unveils Activities appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Leaked Sex Allegations: Eucharia Anunobi files petition against Apostle Psalm Okpe, heads to court
“…in almost 14 years since I have been midwived into ministry, I have been celibate and have been keeping myself for the man that will be deserving of my new virginity”. The post Leaked Sex Allegations: Eucharia Anunobi files petition against Apostle Psalm Okpe, heads to court appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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‘Mr Ibu Truly Made Africa Laugh’, Says Ex-Manager Don Singles
The chief executive officer of Don Singles International (DSI), Mr Dominic Nwuzor, who was the manager of the late Nollywood comic actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, said his demise was the end of an era, describing him as the man that truly ‘made Africa laugh.’ Speaking in fond memory of the late […]
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Gov Kefas commends Nigerian Army, reaffirms support for security agencies
The Taraba State Government has once again commended the Nigerian Army for its professionalism and operational effectiveness, particularly the leadership and troops of Headquarters 6 Brigade, for their role in maintaining peace and security across the state. The commendation was delivered by Governor Agbu Kefas through his Chief of Staff, Jeji Williams, during the 2025 […] Gov Kefas commends Nigerian Army, reaffirms support for security agencies
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DG NCC, Others Inaugurated Into Technical Working Group On National IP Policy
Ngozi Uma The Director-General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), Dr. John Asein, alongside representatives of relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), has been inaugurated as members of the Inter-Ministerial… The post DG NCC, Others Inaugurated Into Technical Working Group On National IP Policy appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Undergo mental health evaluations before marriage – Actress Yewande Adekoya advises couples
Actress Yewande Adekoya has advised couples planning to get married to undergo personality tests and mental health evaluations, citing a message from God. In a video posted on an Instagram The post Undergo mental health evaluations before marriage – Actress Yewande Adekoya advises couples appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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AFCON 2025: I was anxious – Ghanaian ref speaks on Morocco vs Nigeria semi-final
Ghanaian referee, Daniel Laryea, has admitted he was nervous before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match between Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea revealed this while speaking to reporters after arriving at Accra Airport. He also denied favouring the host country during the game. Morocco beat Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after the game finished 0-0 […] AFCON 2025: I was anxious – Ghanaian ref speaks on Morocco vs Nigeria semi-final
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Tinubu Directs Suspension Of e-Registration In Kano Amid Yusuf’s Planned Defection
    President Bola Tinubu has ordered the suspension of the commencement of the All Progressives Congress’ electronic registration exercise in Kano State. A member of the House of Representatives, Alhassan Ado Doguwa, stated this in a 27-second video widely circulated on social media on Saturday. In the video, Doguwa said the decision was taken […] The post Tinubu Directs Suspension Of e-Registration In Kano Amid Yusuf’s Planned Defection appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Rising poverty could undermine credibility of 2027 elections – HURIWA warns
 A civil rights organisation, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, on Sunday warned that worsening poverty levels across the country could pose serious risks to the credibility of the 2027 general elections, urging governments at all levels to adopt policies that improve living standards rather than deepen hardship. The post Rising poverty could undermine credibility of 2027 elections – HURIWA warns appeared first on Vanguard News.
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WASA 2025: Ododo Charges 12 Brigade To Intensify Efforts Against Insecurity In Kogi
The kogi state Governor,Ahmed Usman Ododo has charged personnel of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army to remain proactive and to redouble their efforts in confronting banditry and other criminal elements in… The post WASA 2025: Ododo Charges 12 Brigade To Intensify Efforts Against Insecurity In Kogi appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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IPOB denies involvement in killing of two Enugu policemen
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed claims by the Nigerian Police in Enugu State that it was responsible for the killing of two officers on January 15, 2026. The post IPOB denies involvement in killing of two Enugu policemen appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Morocco, Nigeria semi-final toughest AFCON 2025 match – Ghanaian ref Laryea
Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea calls the Morocco vs. Nigeria semi-final the toughest AFCON 2025 match, dismissing claims of biased officiating. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-nigeria-semi-final-toughest-afcon-2025-match-ghanaian-ref-laryea/
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