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Supreme Court Case Not About Kano Emirship – Lawyer
A lawyer in the ongoing legal dispute involving a Kano Emirate titleholder, Bashir Muhammad Tudun-Wizirci, has clarified that the case before the Supreme Court does not concern the removal or reinstatement of any emir. Speaking to journalists after proceedings, Wizirci said the suit filed by Aminu Babba Dan’agundi is strictly between his client and the […]
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Drama as Seun Kuti, VeryDarkMan unfollow each other
Popular Nigerian influencer, VeryDarkMan and singer Seun Kuti unfollow each other on Instagram. The development, which came amid VeryDarkMan’s ongoing legal dispute with Blord, sparked beef rumors on social media. While circumstances surrounding the duo rift remain unknown, Seun Kuti in a viral post on his Instagram story on Wednesday mocked VeryDarkMan’s fanbase, popularly known […] Drama as Seun Kuti, VeryDarkMan unfollow each other
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My mother doesn’t want me to give my father money – Peller reveals
Popular Nigerian streamer, Peller, has disclosed that his mother doesn’t want him to give money to his father. He made this disclosure while reacting to content creator, GehGeh’s family controversy on social media. DAILY POST reports that GehGeh’s younger sister had called him out for abandoning his siblings despite being rich. In response, GehGeh who […] My mother doesn’t want me to give my father money – Peller reveals
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Iran executes man over alleged Israel links, opposition ties amid rising crackdown
Iran has executed a man accused of ties to Israel and membership of a banned opposition group, in what observers describe as an intensifying crackdown amid ongoing tensions in the region. The country’s judiciary confirmed that Sultan-Ali Shirzadi-Fakhr was hanged on Thursday after being found guilty of belonging to the outlawed People’s Mujahedin Organisation and [...]
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Foreign inflows jump 78% on NGX amid rising outflows
By Peter Egwuatu The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) recorded a significant shift in foreign investment activity in the first quarter of 2026, Q1’26, as foreign inflows surged by 78 per cent to N393.68 billion, up from N221.62 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. The increase signals renewed investor interest in the market. However, the rise […] The post Foreign inflows jump 78% on NGX amid rising outflows appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: It’s Too Late For Peter Obi To Return To Labour Party — Nenadi Usman
The interim national chairperson of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Esther Nenadi Usman, has said that it was too late for the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return to its fold ahead of the 2027 general election. Usman made the remark on Wednesday night during an appearance on ARISE News Channel Prime Time […]
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Peller slams Roby Ekpo over emotional interview on his failed marriage
Nigerian streamer Peller sparked massive reactions after he slammed media personality Roby Ekpo, who broke down in tears over his failed marriage to Mayowa Lambe
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Bandits Burn Zamfara District Head’s Palace After Military Raid
Bandits launched a brazen revenge attack on Yankuzo community in Tsafe local government area of Zamfara State, torching the palace of the District Head, Babangida Hamza, and looting properties hours after a three-hour military offensive on their hideouts in the area. The attackers, reportedly led by Mai Rasha, stormed the community on Tuesday, firing sporadically […]
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Coalition Demands Transparency In Probes, INEC Processes
A political group, Coalition for Project Rescue Nigeria, has called for transparency and due process in probes and trials of some Nigerians, especially in the ongoing investigation and prosecution of former attorney-general of the federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami. It also called for measures to strengthen confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission. At a press […]
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‘Tiktokers, influencers, everybody now a celebrity’ – Zlatan Ibile laments
Rapper and singer, Zlatan Ibile has expressed deep concern about the emergence of influencer culture and its impacts on the Nigerian entertainment industry. The singer lamented that music-making is no longer exclusive to professional musicians but anyone with considerable social media influence, including skitmakers, pranksters, TikTokers, and content creators. “It used to be that artists […] ‘Tiktokers, influencers, everybody now a celebrity’ – Zlatan Ibile laments
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$500,000 fraud: Nigerian, wife face 50-year jail risk in US crackdown
A United States-based Nigerian, Opeyemi Olujobi, and his wife, Jennie Davidson, could spend up to 50 years behind bars following their arrest over an alleged large-scale credit card fraud scheme in New York. The couple was apprehended in Poughkeepsie and is expected to be arraigned before a U.S. Magistrate Judge in White Plains, according to [...]
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Katsina stakeholders back Buhari’s son for House of Reps seat
The stakeholders made the presentation on Wednesday during a visit to Governor Dikko Radda at the Government House in Katsina. The post Katsina stakeholders back Buhari’s son for House of Reps seat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Boko Haram Now Weak, Attacks Ineffective, Akume Declares
The secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has asserted that the country’s security situation has improved. He declared that the insurgent group, Boko Haram, has been significantly degraded and reduced to a weakened force. The SGF stated this when he received members of the Renewed Hope Fulbe Campaign Organisation (RHFCO), […]
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Bundesliga: Super Eagles winger slammed with two-game ban
Hamburg winger, Philip Otele has been handed a two-match suspension by the German Football Association, GFA, DAILY POST reports. Otele was sent off in Hamburg’s North derby defeat to Werder Bremen last weekend. Hamburg appealed centre referee’s Florian Exner decision after the game, but their their appeal was rejected by the GFA. The 27-year-old will […] Bundesliga: Super Eagles winger slammed with two-game ban
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2027: Coalition Calls For Performance-Driven Choice Of Candidates
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a coalition of civil society organisations in Kosofe local government area has called for performance-driven governance and informed electoral choices. It described former local council chairman Dele Oshinowo as a leading contender for federal representation. According to a statement jointly signed by co-convener, Centre For Human and Socio-economic Rights […]
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Find out more as stock market closes positive, N36.17bn transacted on Wednesday
Nigerian stocks extended gains as the All-Share Index rose 0.61% to 219,586 points, driven by strong buying interest in banking and consumer stocks.
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Bruno Fernandes would win Ballon d’Or at Man City — Pogba
Paul Pogba claims Bruno Fernandes would win the Ballon d’Or if he played for Man City, highlighting the link between team success and individual awards. Read More: https://punchng.com/bruno-fernandes-would-win-ballon-dor-at-man-city-pogba/
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EPL: John Terry reacts as Chelsea name new manager to succeed Rosenior
Former Chelsea captain, John Terry, has insisted that he and other coaches at the club will support Calum McFarlane after Liam Rosenior’s sacking. Recall that Chelsea named McFarlane on Wednesday to be in charge of the club’s first team until the end of the season on Wednesday, starting with the FA Cup semi-final against Leeds […] EPL: John Terry reacts as Chelsea name new manager to succeed Rosenior
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Kano court hands death sentence to 21-year-old over shop owner’s killing
A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 21-year-old man, Umar Idris, to death by hanging for the murder of a shop owner, Sabiu Umar, in a late-night attack. Delivering judgment, Justice Sunusi Ado-Ma’aji ruled that the prosecution successfully established the charge of culpable homicide against the defendant beyond reasonable doubt. The court heard that [...]
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Sani, Mimiko, Falana Advocate Lasting Reforms At Gani Fawehinmi Book Launch
Some political leaders and senior lawyers have advocated for urgent reforms to strengthen press freedom, the rule of law and democratic governance in Nigeria. The calls were made by Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani; former Ondo State governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko and human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) during the presentation of the book […]
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Why US–Nigeria trade matters for both economies – Jack-Rich
Nigerian businessman, Tein Jack-Rich has outlined why trade between the United States and Nigeria remains crucial to the economic progress of both nations. He made this known in a statement issued Wednesday following a meeting with Roger Stone, an associate of former US President Donald Trump. According to Jack-Rich, commercial relations and investment prospects between […] Why US–Nigeria trade matters for both economies – Jack-Rich
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Oyo Approves N5.8bn Compensation For 900 Circular Road Property Owners
Oyo State Executive Council has approved N5.8 billion as compensation for over 900 property owners whose lands were affected by the ongoing construction of the Ibadan Circular Road. The commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said that a total of N5,813,000,000 would be paid to these categories of people. The council noted that the compensation […]
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Canada grants asylum to 3,463 Nigerians, over 21,000 applications still pending
Canada granted asylum to 3,463 Nigerian nationals in 2025, while 21,573 applications from the country remained unresolved as of December 31, highlighting a growing backlog in its refugee system. Latest figures released by the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada showed that a total of 6,765 Nigerians filed asylum claims within the year under review. [...]
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Nigeria Targets $200bn From Lagos Games Week
Nigeria is expected to net about $200 billion from the Global Games Market industry at the forthcoming Lagos Games Week. Now in its third year, the event continues to drive its long-term objective of fostering the growth of African game studios capable of generating up to $100 million in annual revenue by 2030. Organisers say […]
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Support Me To Complete Ongoing Projects, Sanwo-Olu Tells Lagos Assembly
Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to the state House of Assembly to give his administration its usual massive support to complete ongoing projects. The governor stated this at the 19th Executive and Legislative Parley organised by the Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement at the Eko Hotels and Suites, with the theme, ‘Equal […]
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I Insist, Lagere Flyover A Misplaced Priority – APC Deputy Guber Candidate
The deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Mr Benjamin Adereti, has once again questioned the importance of the flyover being constructed by the state government in Ile-Ife. In a statement by his media office, a copy obtained by OSUN DEFENDER on Thursday, Adereti said that the Lagere flyover bridge was […] The post I Insist, Lagere Flyover A Misplaced Priority – APC Deputy Guber Candidate appeared first on OsunDefender.
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We’re happy to have more Nigerians in LaLiga, says Akor Adams
The Sevilla FC striker, who is enjoying a standout campaign in LaLiga, made the remarks during a media interaction, reflecting on his development, national team experience, and the growing visibility of Nigerian talent in Spain. The post We’re happy to have more Nigerians in LaLiga, says Akor Adams appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Terrorists Captured In Plateau Must Face Trial – MURIC
A group, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has warned that the case of terrorists captured in Plateau State must not be swept under the carpet. Reacting to the arrests in a statement on Tuesday, the group’s executive director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, hailed the Nigerian Army, insisting that the arrested individuals must face the full wrath […]
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Tesla Reports Higher Profits, Confirms Hefty Spending Ahead
A rise in profit had been expected compared to a particularly weak performance in the 2025 period, when Tesla faced boycotts over Musk's leadership of a Trump administration initiative targeting government spending. The post Tesla Reports Higher Profits, Confirms Hefty Spending Ahead appeared first on Channels Television.
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Military Strikes ISWAP Logistics Hub, Kills 30 Fighters In Borno
No fewer than 30 Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists have been killed in precision air strikes that dismantled ISWAP terrorist logistics networks along the Lake Chad waterways around the Kaniram Island axis in Northern Borno State. A statement by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force. (North East) Operation HADIN KAI Lt-Col […]
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Global workplace risks cause 840,000 deaths annually — ILO
A new ILO report reveals that workplace risks like long hours and harassment contribute to 840,000 deaths each year from related health conditions. Read More: https://punchng.com/global-workplace-risks-cause-840000-deaths-annually-ilo/
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Zamfara: Casualty Figures Unknown, As Troops, Bandits Engage In 3-hour Gunfire
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have engaged suspected armed bandits in a fierce gun battle lasting over three hours during a high-risk clearance operation in Zamfara State with casualty figures unknown. The clash erupted in Yankuzo area of Tsafe local government area as troops advanced on a suspected hideout linked to notorious armed groups operating […]
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UNICEF, Stakeholders Task Media, Traditional Leaders On Child Protection
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and stakeholders from Gombe, Bauchi and Adamawa states have called for a collective action to safeguard children’s rights and strengthen protection systems across communities. They made the call yesterday at the one-day stakeholders’ Roundtable and Media Advocacy on child rights organised by UNICEF Bauchi field office, held in Gombe, […]
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Nasarawa Starts Quarterly Gratuity Payments To 1,389 Retirees
The Nasarawa State Government has commenced quarterly payment of gratuities to 1,389 retirees from the state and local government civil service. Mr Abdullahi Ibrahim, Director of Human Resources at the state Pension Bureau, disclosed this while speaking with newsmen during the exercise on Wednesday in Lafia. Ibrahim said the quarterly payment system was introduced by […]
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ADC crisis deepens as S-West caucus alleges sabotage, poor coordination
The caucus said the situation has persisted despite repeated communication with the party’s national headquarters. The post ADC crisis deepens as S-West caucus alleges sabotage, poor coordination appeared first on Vanguard News.
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IEP, CORN Equip Policymakers, Researchers With Peace Building Tools
The Bauchi State government has directed all political appointees who intend to contest for any elective position in the forthcoming party primaries to resign their appointments on or before Friday, April 24, 2026. The directive was contained in a press release issued by Governor’s spokesperson Mukhtar Gidado and made available to journalists in Bauchi yesterday, […]
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