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Xenophobia: Next evacuation flight leaves South Africa Tuesday – FG
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Varsities Urged To Focus On Translating Research To Commercially Viable Products, Solutions
 The executive secretary of the Petroleum Trust Development Fund (PTDF), Prof. Shuaibu Aliyu, has challenged Nigerian universities and researchers to move beyond academic publications to translating research outcomes into commercially viable products and solutions. Aliyu made the appeal at the close-out seminar of the PTDF Endowment Professorial Chair in Geology and Mineral Sciences, where stakeholders […] 
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JUST IN: Two trucks, car collide on Lagos road
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NDC Hasn’t Been Deregistered, Our Candidates Will Be On Ballot – Dickson
 National leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has said the party has not been deregistered, and its candidates will be on the ballot in the 2027 general election. Dickson stated this while speaking on Channels Television programme, Sunday Politics, against the backdrop of the Federal High Court, Lokoja judgement, which set […] 
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2027: Timi Frank Alleges Fresh Plot To Delist ADC, Warns Against Chaos
 Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has alleged a fresh plot by the Presidency, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and elements within the judiciary to remove the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from the ballot ahead of the 2027 general election. The allegation was contained in a […] 
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JUST-IN: Kwara Governor Sacks Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Chief Of Staff, Advisers
     The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has relieved all his advisers, including the deputy chief of staff and principal private secretary of their appointments.   This development tagged minor cabinet reshuffle was contained in a terse statement on Monday signed by the governor’s deputy chief press secretary, Mashood Agboola.   The statement reads:” […] 
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Accolades Trail Azaiki’s Appointment As Ritman Pro-Chancellor
 The appointment of Prof. Stephen Sinikiem Azaiki as pro-chancellor and chairman of the Third Governing Council of Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State has attracted widespread praise from stakeholders across the country. Azaiki’s appointment, approved by the university’s Board of Trustees and conveyed by the founder and visitor of the university, Senator Emmanuel Ibok […] 
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Video: Sunday Igboho reveals Fuji star Saheed Osupa's music talent ties to charm
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Igboho, State Police, And South West Security
 There is fire on the mountain in the South West that if not quickly extinguished, may consume the entire country. Insecurity, banditry and kidnapping that started in the north two decades ago have now become cancer that has metastasized, spreading to the South West region of Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu is aware of the problem, […] 
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Abia Inaugurates Anti-Corruption Steering Committee
 Abia State government has inaugurated an anti-corruption steering committee to deepen transparency, accountability and good governance in the state. At the event in Umuahia, the state capital, the head of Service, Benson Ojeikere, said it demonstrated the government’s commitment to institutionalising integrity and accountability in the public service. He urged the members to discharge their […] 
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Credit allocation drops by N1.92trn in 2025, despite banks’ N26.3trn revenue record
 THE impressive showing being posted in the financial sector is yet to rub off positively on the country’s manufacturing sector, as bank credit allocation to the sector has continued to decline.
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Ogun ADC Gov’ship Candidate Advocates Tech-driven Solution To Insecurity
 The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State, Dr Biodun Collins Ogundipe, has challenged Nigerian leaders not to embrace technology-driven solutions to effectively overcome the plethora of insecurity challenges bedevilling the country. Ogundipe, who spoke at the BCO Unemployed Graduates Convergence in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, insisted that the worsening […] 
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World Cup: Eustaquio relishes historic winner for hosts Canada against South Africa
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Exercise Changes Health Because It Changes Flow 
 For more than half a century, medicine has been confronted with a remarkable observation that has proven surprisingly difficult to explain. Exercise appears to improve health in ways that extend far beyond stronger muscles or better athletic performance. People who remain physically active consistently enjoy better health than those who remain sedentary. They develop lower […] 
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Tinubu, Others Hail Herbert Macaulay’s Role In Nigeria’s Independence
 President Bola Tinubu, Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former external affairs minister, Gen Ike Nwachukwu(rtd) and former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Olabode George have paid glowing tributes to the late Herbert Macaulay, saying his contribution to the emancipation and freedom of Nigerians from colonialism was worthy of emulation. […] 
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Obi’s Four-Year Tenure And Why It Sounds Unbelievable 
 The American democracy which we modelled ours after, is four years tenured. It’s only renewable if voted for a second term. What it then means is that, in the wisdom of those who designed this both for America and other democracies in the world, including Nigeria, four years is enough to make an impact as […] 
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Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun Hail Police Onslaught Against Criminals In Lagos, Ogun
 Gos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart Prince Dapo Abiodun have hailed security agencies for the ongoing “massive onslaught” against criminals in their states. Abiodun, in a statement signed by the special adviser on Information and Strategy,  Hon. Kayode Akinmade, commended the inspector-general of police (IGP), Mr Olatunji Disu, for initiating […] 
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Civil Groups Laud IGP Intervention In Osun Political Violence
 Human rights groups under the aegis of The Network of Osun Civil Society Groups have lauded the inspector-general of police (IGP), Tunji Disu, for his intervention in the wave of political violence and insecurity in Osun State ahead of the 15th August governorship election. The IGP sent the deputy inspector-general of police (South-West), DIG Adegoke […] 
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Why I didn’t appear before Oputa panel – Abacha’s Frank Omenka
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Oyo Govt Lifts Curfew, Assures Residents Of Safety
 Oyo State government has lifted the curfew imposed on 10 local government areas following the recent kidnapping incident in Oriire. In a statement issued by the commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Saturday,  asked the residents to resume their normal activities. At the same time, the government expressed appreciation for the cooperation and understanding […] 
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Islamic Cleric Seeks Immediate Execution Of Owo Church Attack Convicts
 A prominent Islamic cleric in Ondo State, Sheikh AbdulRauf Lagbaji, has asked the government to execute those convicted over the 2022 Owo Catholic Church massacre, insisting that justice must be served without further delay. Lagbaji, founder of At-Tanzil Foundation, made the call while delivering a lecture at the Ashura Day celebration organised by the Muslim […] 
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Petrol: FCCPC Warns Marketers Against Consumer Exploitation Amid Global Drop In Oil Prices
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Glasgow 2026: Oluwafemiayo Appointed Team Nigeria Captain
 The National Sports Commission (NSC) has named Nigeria’s most decorated para powerlifter, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, as captain of Team Nigeria for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The appointment, announced in a press statement issued on Sunday and signed by the Special Assistant on Media to the Director General of the NSC, Kola Daniel, recognises […] 
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Bago Appoints Kuso As New Niger Tornadoes Chairman
 Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has appointed Dr Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso, the Dan Wadatan Nupe, as the new Chairman of the Management Committee of Niger Tornadoes Football Club. The appointment takes immediate effect, according to a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim. Governor Bago expressed confidence in Dr Kuso’s ability […] 
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Africa Smashes World Cup Barrier As Nine Teams Reach Last 32
 Africa has achieved its greatest-ever performance at the FIFA World Cup, with nine of its 10 representatives advancing to the Round of 32 in a historic breakthrough at the 2026 tournament in North America. The remarkable achievement marks the first time an African confederation has seen 90 per cent of its participating teams progress beyond […] 
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World Cup 2026: ‘They impressed me’ – Romario snubs Brazil, names best team
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Auto crash: Kogi journalists seek insurance cover from govt
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Eniola Bolaji Claims British & Irish Para Badminton Silver, Targets Return To World No. 1
 Nigeria’s para badminton star Eniola Bolaji continued her impressive rise on the international stage by winning the silver medal in the women’s SL3 singles at the 2026 British & Irish Para Badminton International in Dublin, Ireland. The Paralympic bronze medallist and World Championship silver medallist finished runner-up after a hard-fought 21-18, 23-21 defeat to Japan’s […] 
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Police Rescue Abducted Victim In Imo
 Imo State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped victim, Chinonaobi Uchegbulam, from the forest. The command said it was part of ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements. The state commissioner of police, , CP Audu Garba Bosso, led operatives of the command and local vigilantes, on an intelligence-led forest clearance operation across […] 
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Police Arrest 2 For Alleged Self-Kidnap Plot In Edo
 Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested two suspects for allegedly staging a self kidnap plot in Uneme Akpama Community in Akoko-Edo local government area of Edo State. In a statement issued by the command spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, the suspects were identified as Lucky Alabi ‘M’, 48 years and Taiye Enahoro ‘M’, 37 […] 
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Edo: Police bust N4m scam self- kidnap plot, nab two suspects
 Enahoro made several telephone calls to relatives of Alabi, falsely claiming that Alabi had been kidnapped and demanding a ransom of N4 million for his release. 
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Otu Pledges Equitable Distribution Of Fertiliser To Farmers
 Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has assured the federal government that he would do everything within his power to ensure that there was strict monitoring in the distribution of fertiliser sent to the farmers in the state. He  promised to ensure that the intervention delivers “food price stabilisation, improved productivity and rural economic […] 
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UBA, Transcorp, United Capital top stock pick this week
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Concerns over high cost of petrol
 • Despite decline in global oil rates, marketers yet to adjust in Nigeria• Product still sells between N1,190 and N1,210 per litre DESPITE decline in global oil prices and marginal reduction in ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, marketers are yet to align their pump prices to reflect the new […]
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NDLEA Arrests 242 Suspected Drug Offenders In Rivers
 National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said its operatives arrested a total of 242 suspected drug offenders between January and June 2026 in Rivers State. NDLEA state commander, Offor Kenneth Onyeso, disclosed this in Port Harcourt while addressing journalists on the commemoration of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Onyeso […] 
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FULL LIST: Cardi B, Teyana Taylor, Kendrick Lamar shine at 2026 BET awards
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