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Poison Plot Against Tinubu Story Fabricated, No Chef Arrested — Presidency
March 01, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu is safe and no member of the kitchen staff at the Presidential Villa was arrested over any alleged poisoning plot, the Presidency has said, dismissing as fabricated a viral story circulating on social media. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, debunked the claim […] The post Poison Plot Against Tinubu Story Fabricated, No Chef Arrested — Presidency appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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IMN members protest in Kano over reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader
Hundreds of members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) on Sunday staged a protest in Kano over the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. The post IMN members protest in Kano over reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: INEC IREV glitch in 2023 won surface again – Amupitan
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Joash Amupitan, says the 2023 IREV glitch has been eliminated. Prof Amupitan expressed this confidence on Sunday during Citizens Town Hall Meeting on Electoral Act 2026 held in Abuja, the nation’s capital city. According to him, such a glitch will not surface in Nigeria again. “The […] 2027: INEC IREV glitch in 2023 won surface again – Amupitan
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FMC: Why Apapa Constituency Deserves Good Representation
By Adie Sunday Emmanuel “It ought to be the happiness and glory of a representative to live in the strictest union, the closest correspondence, and the most unreserved communication with The post FMC: Why Apapa Constituency Deserves Good Representation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Umrah Visit Sparks Calls For Stricter Screening By NAHCON
A recent disclosure by Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, Shepherd-in-Charge of Genesis Global, regarding his visit to Makkah and Madinah for Umrah has stirred reactions within sections of the Muslim community,…
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EPL: Rosenior identifies Chelsea player who caused Arsenal many problems during 2-1 defeat
Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior has identified the player who notably troubled Arsenal during their 2-1 loss in the Premier League on Sunday. Two goals from William Saliba and Jurrien Timber gave Mikel Arteta’s side the victory at the Emirates Stadium. However, Rosenior praised Pedro Neto, whose red card hampered Chelsea’s efforts against the Gunners. As […] EPL: Rosenior identifies Chelsea player who caused Arsenal many problems during 2-1 defeat
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EPL: My heart almost stopped – Arteta reveals Arsenal player that saved him against Chelsea
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has claimed that “his heart almost stopped” during the 2-1 win over Chelsea on Sunday. Arteta was referring to a late chance for the Blues, with David Raya clawing away Joao Pedro’s effort. Raya made the save with the scoreline at 2-1 already, after Jurrien Timber had headed in what proved […] EPL: My heart almost stopped – Arteta reveals Arsenal player that saved him against Chelsea
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2027: Logistics our major challenge – INEC
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Joash Amupitan, has attributed the major problem of the Commission to logistics failure. Prof Amupitan stated this on Sunday during the Citizens Town Hall Meeting on Electoral Act held in Abuja. He said that election can be as good as the logistic, adding that a successful […] 2027: Logistics our major challenge – INEC
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‘Other Parties Are Dying,’ Yilwatda Defends Mass Defections Into APC
The APC has about 31 governors and an overwhelming majority of the National Assembly members on its register, a move critics claim is turning Nigeria into a one-party state.  The post ‘Other Parties Are Dying,’ Yilwatda Defends Mass Defections Into APC appeared first on Channels Television.
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Trump says Iran ready for talks after strikes, claims U.S. agrees to negotiate
Donald Trump has said Iran’s leadership is prepared to resume negotiations with the United States following a wave of U.S.–Israeli strikes on multiple cities in the country, adding that Washington has agreed to the proposed talks. The post Trump says Iran ready for talks after strikes, claims U.S. agrees to negotiate appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Motorists stranded as FAAN goes fully cashless at Airport gates
The Authority appealed for patience and cooperation, insisting that the cashless initiative is designed to deliver long-term benefits, including faster processing, improved transparency, reduced risks associated with cash
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EU warns against long war, urges ‘credible transition’ in Iran
Writing on social media after calls with several Middle East leaders, von der Leyen said the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei spurred “renewed hope for the people of Iran”. The post EU warns against long war, urges ‘credible transition’ in Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Troops crush ISWAP raids in Borno, 11 killed
According to him, soldiers recovered weapons and ammunition, including rifles, rocket-propelled grenade launchers and an armed drone, while other offensive operations in the sector forced militants to abandon equipment and logistics supplies.
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Presidential Food Initiative To Reduce Hunger, Poverty Launched In Niger State
Chinwendu Nnadozie The federal government has launched flagged off the Presidential Initiative for Food and Nutrition Assistance aimed at alleviating the sufferings of distressed people in Niger state. Speaking at…
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AFN Golden League begins as 412 athletes storm Benin City for season starter 
The Technical Director of AFN Gabriel Okon described the league as a crucial platform to guarantee regular competition for Nigerian
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Hybrid Transmission Best For Credible 2027 Polls — Abbas
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has defended the decision of the National Assembly of Nigeria to retain both electronic and manual transmission of election results in…
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[VIDEO] 2027: IReV Will Checkmate Rigging, Says Umeh
Umeh spoke on Sunday during the Citizens’ Townhall on the Electoral Act 2026. The post [VIDEO] 2027: IReV Will Checkmate Rigging, Says Umeh appeared first on Channels Television.
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Youth Abducted, Killed By Gunmen In Ondo
Gunmen have struck again in Ondo State as a youth, Ojo Abbey, popularly known as Obesere in Isua Akoko, headquarters of the Akoko South East Local Council Area of Ondo…
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EPL: I’m disappointed – Yaya Toure reacts to Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Chelsea
Ex-Ivory Coast midfielder, Yaya Toure, has claimed Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Chelsea on Sunday, left him “disappointed”. Toure, analyzing the match on Sky Sports, said he expected to see a better game of football. However, the former Manchester City man, was put off by the “strange” derby with all three goals coming from corner-kicks. He […] EPL: I’m disappointed – Yaya Toure reacts to Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Chelsea
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Over 1,000 Americans killed by IRGC in 47 years – CENTCOM
The US Central Command, CENTCOM, has revealed that the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, IRGC, killed more than 1,000 Americans over the past 47 years. The US government department, in a statement on Sunday, also said that the IRGC no longer has a headquarters, suggesting that it has been destroyed by the US military. “The […] Over 1,000 Americans killed by IRGC in 47 years – CENTCOM
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Reece James explains Chelsea defeat to London rivals Arsenal as Gunners close in on EPL title
Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium as set-piece goals secured a crucial Premier League win, and Reece James has explained what caused the defeat.
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Three US citizens killed in war amid escalating Iran conflict, government reacts
US confirmed three service members were killed and five wounded in Iran conflict as missile strikes and Khamenei’s death escalated Middle East tensions.
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Scholarship: 8,205 Niger Deltans Benefit As Otuaro Repositions PAP — Ex-Agitators
Niger Delta ex-agitators better known as Critical Stakeholders Forum, Ex-Agitators Board of Trustees, have praised the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) for refocusing on human capital development. The group disclosed that…
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MDGIF commissions CNG refueling station at top Nigerian varsity
MDGIF has launched a CNG refuelling station at OAU, Ile-Ife, promoting cleaner energy use and supporting Nigeria's transition to sustainable fuel solutions.
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Nigerian stars Rema, Damson Idris nominated for 2026 ‘Most Handsome Man Alive’
Nigerian Afro-rave pioneer Rema and British‑Nigerian actor Damson Idris have been nominated for the prestigious “Most Handsome Man Alive 2026” title
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State Congress: Oyo APC’s Stakeholders Agree On Zoning Arrangement
Raji Adebayo Ahead of the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) nationwide State Congress scheduled for this Tuesday, the stakeholders of the party in Oyo state have agreed to work with a…
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2027: Political parties face stricter scrutiny as INEC updates regulations
The Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) is providing technical support for parts of the process, alongside Nigerian legal and electoral experts.
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Electoral Act 2026 Still Contains Loopholes — Ex-INEC Official
The professor said Nigeria’s electoral law has been repeatedly repealed and amended, calling it unhealthy for democracy. The post Electoral Act 2026 Still Contains Loopholes — Ex-INEC Official appeared first on Channels Television.
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Manual Results Transmission Option In Electoral Act Not An Issue, Says NSE ICT Head
Tinubu assented to the Electoral Act 2026 some weeks back. However, critics have faulted the law, which provides for the electronic transmission of results but makes room for a manual backup in case of technological issues. The post Manual Results Transmission Option In Electoral Act Not An Issue, Says NSE ICT Head appeared first on Channels Television.
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CAPPA Accuses Lagos Govt Of Breaching Transparency Laws ln Water PPP Procurement
A civil society organisation, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), has accused the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) of conducting its ongoing water infrastructure procurement in secrecy, in alleged…
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Jarvis in tears as she gets Mercedes Benz AMG worth N130 million naira on birthday
Nigerian streamer Peller surprises Jarvis with a luxury car on her birthday, revitalising their relationship. Fans react to this emotional reunion and grand gesture.
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EPL: They will win it – Sutton predicts title winners after Arsenal beat Chelsea
Former Chelsea striker, Chris Sutton, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title. However, Sutton has claimed Mikel Arteta’s men will be the “ugliest” champions in history. He was speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, after the Gunners beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates on Sunday. Arsenal took the lead from […] EPL: They will win it – Sutton predicts title winners after Arsenal beat Chelsea
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Family values central to national stability – Hamzat
“Proper moral training and character development are essential to ensure that our children grow into responsible adults and do not become a burden to the families or the society in later life,” he said.
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House Moves to Regulate Nigeria’s Booming Fintech Sector
The House of Representatives has initiated legislative steps to regulate Nigeria’s rapidly expanding financial technology (fintech) industry, with a bill seeking to establish a dedicated commission to oversee the sector.…
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NPFL: Rangers Soar To Top As Ikorodu City Stumble
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) witnessed a thrilling Matchday 28 on Sunday, with significant shifts in the standings as Rangers International of Enugu reclaimed the top spot after a commanding 2-0 victory over Nasarawa United. Meanwhile, Ikorodu City faced a shocking defeat at the hands of Bendel Insurance, who overwhelmed them with a resounding […]
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First Lady Reminds Lawmakers Of Their Accountability To God
The Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged members of the National Assembly to recognise that beyond their constitutional mandate to legislate for more than 200 million Nigerians, they remain ultimately accountable to God for every decision they make and every law they enact. She delivered the message on Sunday during the dedication and […]
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