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2026 Ahead of 2027: Five defected govs, allied lawmakers face uncertain fate in APC
BARELY 13 months to the 2027 general elections, a wave of high-profile defections into the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has dramatically altered the political landscape across several states. The post 2026 Ahead of 2027: Five defected govs, allied lawmakers face uncertain fate in APC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigerian striker Yenne braces for Russia challenge
Nigerian striker Tenton Yenne joins Russian Premier League club Baltika Kaliningrad, aiming for European football after a successful career in Armenia. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-striker-yenne-braces-for-russia-challenge/
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Anger Simmers Over Alleged Intimidation Of Opposition Figures
…Stakeholders Foresee Dangers For APC Over Its Actions LAGOS – As opposition figures are now regularly ambushed with rou­tine invitations from security organisations along­side alleged subterranean ma­nipulations by the All… The post Anger Simmers Over Alleged Intimidation Of Opposition Figures appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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How Skepticism Threatens True Democratic Change In 2027
ABUJA – In Nigeria today, promises have become cheap. Politicians, policy makers, and even private institu­tions offer commitments with the confidence that words alone rarely inspire lasting trust. Yet the… The post How Skepticism Threatens True Democratic Change In 2027 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Counterterrorism: Analysts Worry Over Matawalle’s Alleged Sympathy For Insurgents
LAGOS – Chief Martin Onovo, a seasoned politician and the 2015 presiden­tial candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP), has said that there is a prima-facie case against the Minister… The post Counterterrorism: Analysts Worry Over Matawalle’s Alleged Sympathy For Insurgents appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Trump’s New Push Indicates Shift To Aggressive U.S. Foreign Policy – Experts
LAGOS – Wale Akintade, a for­eign affairs analyst and international relations expert, has said that Donald Trump’s recent moves abroad, like the military action in Venezuela and his push for… The post Trump’s New Push Indicates Shift To Aggressive U.S. Foreign Policy – Experts appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Bremen announce Boniface season-ending surgery
Werder Bremen confirms forward Victor Boniface will undergo season-ending knee surgery, ending his difficult loan spell. Get the latest on his recovery. Read More: https://punchng.com/bremen-announce-boniface-season-ending-surgery/
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Nigerian Newspapers: Top Stories For Today (11/01/26)
Read the full details on our digital edition when you join our WhatsApp Communities here. Here are the major headlines for today: Anger Simmers Over Alleged Intimidation Of Opposition Figures…… The post Nigerian Newspapers: Top Stories For Today (11/01/26) appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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I Am Inspired By The Impossible – Fela Durotoye
LAGOS – Leadership coach, nation builder and founder of the Gemstone Group, Adetokunbo Olufela Durotoye, has opened a rare window into the philosophy that has driven his decades of work… The post I Am Inspired By The Impossible – Fela Durotoye appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Inter eye Bassey January transfer
Inter Milan is reportedly monitoring a potential Calvin Bassey transfer. Discover why the Serie A club is interested in the Fulham defender this January. Read More: https://punchng.com/inter-eye-bassey-january-transfer/
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Arokodare scores in Wolves FA Cup win
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare scores a late goal to seal Wolverhampton Wanderers’ dominant 6-1 victory over Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup third round. Read More: https://punchng.com/arokodare-scores-in-wolves-fa-cup-win/
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Ighalo slams calls for Osimhen exile
Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo defends Victor Osimhen, dismissing calls for his exile after an on-field clash as an overreaction. Read More: https://punchng.com/ighalo-slams-calls-for-osimhen-exile/
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Adams pays tribute to Lumumba amid Algeria controversy
Akor Adams paid tribute to Patrice Lumumba after scoring in Nigeria’s 2-0 AFCON victory over Algeria, a significant gesture amid recent controversy. Read More: https://punchng.com/adams-pays-tribute-to-lumumba-amid-algeria-controversy/
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Massive Deception On Trump’s Bungled Strike
“The great masses of the people …will more easily fall victims to a great lie than to a small one.” – Adolf Hitler, 1889-1945.It took almost an entire week for… The post Massive Deception On Trump’s Bungled Strike appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Fubara vs Wike/Lawmakers: Tinubu options are politically costly
By mid-afternoon on Thursday in Abuja, Tamuno Briggs has stopped pretending to concentrate. The post Fubara vs Wike/Lawmakers: Tinubu options are politically costly appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigerian Democracy: Redesign The System, Claim The Future
 Nigeria does not suffer from a shortage of elec­tions; it suffers from a shortage of elector­al finality. In theory, democracy in Nigeria is in the hands of the voters. In… The post Nigerian Democracy: Redesign The System, Claim The Future appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Tinubu, Atiku, others hail Nigeria after Algeria victory
Read how President Tinubu, Atiku, and others hailed the Super Eagles’ victory over Algeria in the AFCON quarter-finals. Nigeria won 2-0 to advance. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-atiku-others-hail-nigeria-after-algeria-victory/
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Hearn tips Joshua for boxing return
Promoter Eddie Hearn believes a Joshua boxing return is likely after the former champ grieves the tragic loss of two close friends in a car crash. Read More: https://punchng.com/hearn-tips-joshua-for-boxing-return/
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BUA boss pledges $500k, other bonuses to Eagles
BUA Group chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu pledges a huge Super Eagles bonus, including $500k for the semi-final and $1M if they win the 2025 AFCON. Read More: https://punchng.com/bua-boss-pledges-500k-other-bonuses-to-eagles/
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Showdown In Hospitals: Panic as patients caught in crossfire
For months, Nigeria’s teaching hospitals and other tertiary health institutions have been enveloped in tension. The post Showdown In Hospitals: Panic as patients caught in crossfire appeared first on Vanguard News.
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The Nigerian Media: Caught In Socio-Political Crossfire
ABUJA – At dawn in Kurudu, a satellite town on the outskirts of Abuja, Musa Abdullahi balances a battered transistor radio on a wooden stool as he tightens the strap… The post The Nigerian Media: Caught In Socio-Political Crossfire appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Osimhen powers Eagles to AFCON semis against hosts Morocco
Victor Osimhen scores as Nigeria defeats Algeria 2-0, securing a spot in the AFCON semis. The Super Eagles will now face hosts Morocco. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-powers-eagles-to-afcon-semis-against-hosts-morocco/
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NSSA loses bid to cancel US$10 million software deal
The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) has lost a legal bid to have a US$10,4 million software contract with a local firm declared invalid and its money returned. The High Court declined jurisdiction to hear the matter, ruling that it should have been brought before the Administrative Court. The latest High Court decision brings the […]
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Nigerians, Tax Authorities Confused About New Tax Laws – Adikwuru
Hon. Dennis Adikwuru is the Convener and National Secretary, Igbo People’s Action Congress; former Secretary General of Igbo People’s Movement, as well as a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain in… The post Nigerians, Tax Authorities Confused About New Tax Laws – Adikwuru appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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New term, new rules: How Govt will track your child’s school
The opening of the 2026 first term will be accompanied by heightened monitoring and public accountability measures, as anxious parents across the country scramble to complete back-to-school preparations. As schools reopen on Tuesday, Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerayi Moyo said the ministry will closely track attendance, teacher deployment, infrastructure delivery and learning outcomes. The […]
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Why US Intervention Can’t End Terrorist Activities In Nigeria – Baba Aye
Comrade Baba Aye, is Co-Convener, Coalition for Revolution (CORE) and a Council Member, Progressive International (PI). Baba Aye, one-time Deputy National Secretary of Labour Party (LP), former National Convener, United… The post Why US Intervention Can’t End Terrorist Activities In Nigeria – Baba Aye appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Uzodimma, others back Tinubu’s re-election
Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma and other South-East APC leaders endorse President Bola Tinubu’s re-election as the sole candidate for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/uzodimma-others-back-tinubus-re-election/
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FG vows to stop striking health workers’ salaries
The Nigerian government directs federal hospitals to stop salaries of striking health workers from Jan 2026, enforcing its ‘No Work, No Pay’ policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-vows-to-stop-striking-health-workers-salaries/
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Aiyedatiwa At 61: Focusing On Legacy
IDOWU AJANAKU “Governor Aiyedatiwa’s contributions to the progress, growth and development of Ondo State, formerly as Deputy Governor, Acting Governor, and now Governor, are a pragmatic testament to his visionary… The post Aiyedatiwa At 61: Focusing On Legacy appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Potatoes rising demand presents opportunities
The New Year brings a wealth of opportunities and one of the most prominent is the potato. Potatoes have steadily transitioned from a supplementary food to one of the most consumed starches on Zimbabwean plates. Across urban centres, growth points and rural households alike, the potato is now a regular feature on the menu. From […]
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Lagos markets where refuse competes with foodstuffs
Discover the poor state of Lagos market sanitation, where vendors sell food beside overflowing refuse bins, posing serious public health and food safety ri Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-markets-where-refuse-competes-with-foodstuffs/
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Grief, tears as three brothers bonded by death are remembered
A community gathers in overwhelming grief to remember three brothers, Stephen, Casmir, and Collins Omatu, tragically killed in a Lagos market fire. Read More: https://punchng.com/grief-tears-as-three-brothers-bonded-by-death-are-remembered/
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Excitement as 1,500 Lagos residents get free medical care
A Lagos medical outreach by philanthropist Razaq Okoya provided free healthcare, including vital cancer screenings, to over 1,500 residents in the communit Read More: https://punchng.com/excitement-as-1500-lagos-residents-get-free-medical-care/
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Lagos families sleep in canoes after govt bulldozers level homes
Following the Makoko demolition by the Lagos government, displaced families are now forced to sleep in canoes on the lagoon, facing hunger and uncertainty. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-families-sleep-in-canoes-after-govt-bulldozers-level-homes/
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DisCos abandon metering duty, NERC report reveals
A new NERC report shows DisCos have largely abandoned their metering duty, funding only 90,172 meters since 2019 and widening Nigeria’s metering gap. Read More: https://punchng.com/discos-abandon-metering-duty-nerc-report-reveals/
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PDP Salutes Super Eagles After Emphatic 2–0 Win Over Algeria
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria on their emphatic 2–0 victory over the Atlas Lions of Algeria, describing the performance as confidence-boosting and a clear statement of intent. In a congratulatory message, the party commended the national team for dominating the encounter from the opening whistle, showcasing tactical discipline, […]
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