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[VIDEO] 2027: ‘Things Will Change’, Amaechi Promises To Turn Around Nigeria
Amaechi made the promise shortly after submitting his presidential nomination forms at the national secretariat of the ADC in Abuja. The post [VIDEO] 2027: ‘Things Will Change’, Amaechi Promises To Turn Around Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.
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Turkey: You’ve done enough – Osimhen told to leave Galatasaray
Former Inter Milan striker, Obinna Nsofor, has urged Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen to leave the Turkish Super Lig champions in the summer transfer window. The former West Ham United star insisted that the Nigerian international has done enough for Galatasaray. Osimhen has won back-to-back Turkish Super Lig titles since joining Galatasaray from Napoli. He has […] Turkey: You’ve done enough – Osimhen told to leave Galatasaray
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Cabo Verde set to host Web Summit Spotlight in December 2026
“This is a decisive moment for Cabo Verde,” said Ulisses Correia e Silva. “Hosting the first Web Summit event in Africa reflects the confidence the international technology community has in our vision and in the path we have chosen for our digital transformation.”
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Amaechi felt coalition preferred Obi, threatened to leave – ADC spokesman
Abdullahi made the disclosure during an interview with Symfoni TV on Thursday amid ongoing discussions about internal power dynamics within the opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Amaechi felt coalition preferred Obi, threatened to leave – ADC spokesman appeared first on Vanguard News.
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UNIPGC, Gicobat seal major investment deal in Côte d’Ivoire
A major investment partnership aimed at unlocking funding for capital-intensive projects in Côte d’Ivoire has been sealed between Noble & Gold Consulting Ltd and Gicobat Group of Company under the framework of the UNIPGC–Global Economic Development Council (GEDC).
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CSOs urge FG to tighten food regulations over rising hypertension cases
Civil Society Organisations urge Nigeria’s government to tighten food regulations and sodium policies to combat rising hypertension from processed foods. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-urge-fg-to-tighten-food-regulations-over-rising-hypertension-cases/
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 14, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to depreciation
The naira depreciated slightly against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira weakened to N1,370.89 on Thursday, compared to N1,370.56 exchanged on Wednesday. This means the naira dropped slightly by N0.33 against the dollar on a day-to-day basis. Meanwhile, at the […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 14, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to depreciation
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The most beautiful university in Nigeria: Top 10 in 2026
Which is the most beautiful university in Nigeria today? Read on to discover the best-looking Nigerian universities, their locations, and years of creation.
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Abdulrahman-Led PDP Distances Self From Alliance With APM
The party’s reaction comes after Governor Seyi Makinde officially declared his intention to run for the office of President in 2027. The post Abdulrahman-Led PDP Distances Self From Alliance With APM appeared first on Channels Television.
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Okiyi-Kalu submits PDP nomination form for Abia 2027 governorship election
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief John Okiyi-Kalu (JOK), has officially submitted his nomination form to contest the 2027 governorship election in Abia State. Okiyi-Kalu submitted the form after successfully undergoing screening by the party’s governorship screening committee, chaired by former Kaduna State governor, Ahmed Makarfi. Speaking with journalists after the exercise, […] Okiyi-Kalu submits PDP nomination form for Abia 2027 governorship election
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Lagos Assembly 2027: Orekoya declares 2nd-term bid, gives reason
Hon. Abiodun Orekoya declared his second-term bid for Somolu Constituency I as residents turned out massively to endorse the Lagos lawmaker ahead of 2027.
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“I’m prepared for primaries,” Amaechi submits ADC presidential forms
Speaking with newsmen shortly after submitting his form, Amaechi urged Nigerians to elect leaders based on merit, competence and proven performance.
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Christian leaders seek divine intervention for Nigeria’s future
Christian leaders and clerics from different denominations on Thursday gathered in Lagos to offer prayers for Nigeria’s unity, peace and political stability, declaring that despite the country’s challenges, Nigeria remains “a nation loved by God.”
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Minors marry selves off with N3,000 in Bauchi
Young girls and boys in Bauchi metropolis were caught engaging in “illegal” marriage arrangements with one another, who are ostensibly below the adult age of 18 years, with just N3,000 as bride price. The post Minors marry selves off with N3,000 in Bauchi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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INEC directs electoral commissioners to monitor party primaries
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed Resident Electoral Commissioners across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to prepare for the monitoring of political party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The directive was contained in a letter dated May 11, 2026, and signed by the Secretary to the Commission, Rose […] INEC directs electoral commissioners to monitor party primaries
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Tinubu warns APC against ‘Do-or-Die Politics’ ahead of Primaries
President Bola Tinubu has warned members of the ruling All Progressives Congress against divisive politics, violence and bitterness ahead of the party’s nationwide primaries, urging aspirants and party leaders to embrace consensus, fairness and sportsmanship in the overall interest of party unity.
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Nigerian youths will vote me out if I fail, they don’t accept excuses – Tinubu 
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that Nigeria’s youthful population could vote him out of office if he fails to address the country’s economic challenges. Tinubu stated this on Thursday at the Africa CEO Forum, noting that Nigeria has a very dynamic youth population that is restless and unwilling to accept excuses. “We have a very dynamic […] Nigerian youths will vote me out if I fail, they don’t accept excuses – Tinubu 
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Mbappe, Dembele lead France squad for 2026 World Cup
Didier Deschamps announces the France World Cup squad for 2026, with stars Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé leading a powerful team to North America. Read More: https://punchng.com/mbappe-dembele-lead-france-squad-for-2026-world-cup/
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FG eyes AI-powered intelligence system to tackle terrorism, piracy, illegal mining
The Federal Government says it is preparing to deploy an artificial intelligence-powered security system known as the Multi-domain Hybrid Intelligence Shield (HIS) as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s fight against terrorism, piracy and illegal mining. The post FG eyes AI-powered intelligence system to tackle terrorism, piracy, illegal mining appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Why I want to be Kwara governor — PDP aspirant
PDP aspirant Bolakale Kawu outlines his vision to be Kwara governor, citing years of community service, youth empowerment, and human capital development. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-want-to-be-kwara-governor-pdp-aspirant/
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Gov Fintiri reshuffles Adamawa cabinet, reassigns two commissioners
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has carried out another minor reshuffle in the Adamawa State Executive Council, reassigning two commissioners to different ministries. Under the new arrangement, Joab Sahma has been moved from the Ministry of Lands and Survey to the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, while Dr John Ishaya Dabari will now oversee the […] Gov Fintiri reshuffles Adamawa cabinet, reassigns two commissioners
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Primaries: APC dispatches materials for direct mode
The clearest signal of the policy reversal came when the party's Organising Department dispatched election materials and result sheets to all states on Thursday — a development insiders interpreted as a green light for direct primaries. The post Primaries: APC dispatches materials for direct mode appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Renowned Marxist Segun Osoba dies at 92
“His work in economic history was groundbreaking in many ways as he sought to expose the actual workings of the economic system that was holding back development in the country."
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Ekiti Poll: INEC begins distribution of non-sensitive materials
INEC said it has completed major electoral preparations and assessed all Registration Area Centres across the state ahead of the poll. The post Ekiti Poll: INEC begins distribution of non-sensitive materials appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2,000 police stations not enough to protect 200m Nigerians — IG
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Thursday backed the call by the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission for the establishment of 3,000 new police stations across the country, warning that the existing security infrastructure is grossly inadequate for Nigeria’s growing population. Disu stated that the Nigeria Police Force currently operates only about 2,000 police stations Read More: https://punchng.com/2000-police-stations-not-enough-to-protect-200m-nigerians-ig/
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2027: Consensus remains preferred option for APC primaries in Borno – Zulum
The APC primary elections are scheduled to commence on Friday, 15 May, with the House of Representatives primaries and climax on Saturday, 23 May, with the presidential primaries. The post 2027: Consensus remains preferred option for APC primaries in Borno – Zulum appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Air Peace announces another disruption on Lagos-London Gatwick flight
The airline says the London-bound aircraft returned to Lagos after encountering airspace-related operational issues during the flight, forcing a rescheduling of the service and affecting passengers. The post Air Peace announces another disruption on Lagos-London Gatwick flight appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Minors arrested in Bauchi over illegal marriage ceremony, N3,000 bride price
Authorities in Bauchi State have apprehended a group of minors for allegedly conducting an illegal marriage ceremony involving a bride price of N3,000. The suspects, including the purported bride and groom, were on Thursday presented before the Bauchi State Action Committee on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, chaired by the wife of the governor, Aisha Bala Mohammed. The […] Minors arrested in Bauchi over illegal marriage ceremony, N3,000 bride price
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Rotary Conference: Fasua, Manek, others call for patience on reforms, warn against complacency
Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs in the Office of the Vice President, Dr. Tope Fasua, on Thursday defended the Federal Government’s economic reforms, saying the measures, though painful, were necessary to stabilise the economy and create long-term opportunities for inclusive growth. Fasua spoke at the second conference of Rotary International District 9127 [...]
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Nigerian man jailed in US for 115 months over $700,000 scams
A United States court has sentenced a Nigerian man, Charles Nnamdi Emesim, to 115 months imprisonment over a decade-long money laundering operation linked to romance, lottery and other internet fraud schemes worth more than $700,000. The post Nigerian man jailed in US for 115 months over $700,000 scams appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kabiru Sokoto appeals conviction over 2011 Madalla church bombing case
Kabiru Umar, popularly known as Kabiru Sokoto, has appealed against the judgment that convicted him of terrorism-related offences connected to the 2011 bombing of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Madalla. His lawyer, Don Akaegbu, confirmed the development in a statement, saying the appeal followed a review of the court proceedings and the judgment delivered by […] Kabiru Sokoto appeals conviction over 2011 Madalla church bombing case
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APM Terminals commits fresh $600m Investment in Nigeria
Global port operator APM Terminals has pledged a fresh $600 million investment in Nigeria’s maritime sector, in a move expected to strengthen ongoing port modernisation and boost confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s economic reform agenda.
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14m Nigerian children in orphanages – Oyediji, ASOHON president
No fewer than 14 million children are in motherless and orphanage homes across Nigeria as a result of governments irresponsible attitudes. The post 14m Nigerian children in orphanages – Oyediji, ASOHON president appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: Atiku meets U.S lawmakers amid election concerns
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Thursday met with representatives of Congressman Riley Moore to discuss election and security concerns in Nigeria. This was disclosed in a statement by Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., a Washington D.C.-based lobbying firm representing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The statement read in part: “We are pleased to announce that earlier […] 2027: Atiku meets U.S lawmakers amid election concerns
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How I almost lost my job as Tinubu’s Chief of Staff because of Desmond Elliott – Gbajabiamila
Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has narrated how his principal almost sacked him because of Lagos State House of Assembly member, Desmond Elliot. He said he almost lost his job during the Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa impeachment saga. Recall that lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly had said that […] How I almost lost my job as Tinubu’s Chief of Staff because of Desmond Elliott – Gbajabiamila
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NDC backs Nsofor for Anambra south senate race ahead of 2027
Hon. Prince Chinedu Nsofor secures NDC support for the 2027 Anambra South Senate campaign, emphasising development and party unity in Abuja meeting.
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