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Tears Of Joy As Court Acquits Lagos Teacher Of Rape After Four-Year- Legal Ordeal
Emotional scenes unfolded at the Sam Ilori Magistrate court, Ogba on Monday, January 19, 2026, awhen a teacher, Adewale Bakare was discharged and acquitted of child defilement charges after a… The post Tears Of Joy As Court Acquits Lagos Teacher Of Rape After Four-Year- Legal Ordeal appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Chelle to keep Nigeria job, set for training
Eric Chelle will continue as Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach. The NFF plans for him to undergo further training with top European clubs to boost his skil Read More: https://punchng.com/chelle-to-keep-nigeria-job-set-for-training/
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Eagles soar to 26th, highest FIFA ranking in 16 years
Nigeria’s Super Eagles climb 12 places to 26th in the world, their highest FIFA ranking in 16 years, after a strong showing at the 2025 AFCON. Read More: https://punchng.com/eagles-soar-to-26th-highest-fifa-ranking-in-16-years/
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Tinubu: FG Re-Arraigns Sowore On Amended Charges
ABUJA – The Federal Government through the Department of State Services (DSS), on Mon­day, re-arraigned human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, on a 2-count amended charge over… The post Tinubu: FG Re-Arraigns Sowore On Amended Charges appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Goals, glory and controversy
Our complete AFCON 2025 review covers the tournament’s biggest moments. From record goals and Morocco’s hosting to VAR controversy and the chaotic final. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-goals-glory-and-controversy/
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Morocco files complaint as CAF begins AFCON final probe
Morocco’s FA files a complaint with FIFA & CAF after Senegal walked off in the AFCON 2025 final. CAF has now opened an AFCON final probe into the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/morocco-files-complaint-as-caf-begins-afcon-final-probe/
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Is Veronika Rajek married or single? What we know about her relationships
Is Veronika Rajek married? The Slovakian influencer wed former athlete Victor Rajek in 2019. Get facts on their marriage, his career, and profile details here.
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Tackling Insecurity, Boosting Agriculture Key To Sustaining Inflation Decline – Economist
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has identified insecurity, high logistics costs and weak agricultural productivity as critical challenges that must be addressed to achieve long-term price stability and a sustained reduction in inflation in Nigeria. The director/chief executive officer of CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf, said curbing structural cost pressures, strengthening support […]
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Oyedeji emerges first African World Olympians Association Sec Gen
Former Nigerian basketball star Olumide Oyedeji becomes the first African elected Secretary General of the World Olympians Association after a historic vot Read More: https://punchng.com/oyedeji-emerges-first-african-world-olympians-association-sec-gen/
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Oshoala, Nwabali mock Morocco over final loss
Nigerian football stars Asisat Oshoala and Stanley Nwabali taunt Morocco on social media following their loss in the AFCON final, sparking huge reactions. Read More: https://punchng.com/oshoala-nwabali-mock-morocco-over-final-loss/
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Seplat Steps Up Action To End Routine Gas Flaring
Seplat Energy Plc has called on operating oil and gas companies in Nigeria to ensure their operations are properly driven by practical actions, including efficiency improvements, emissions reduction, and credible offsetting strategies. The company said it has embedded those principles into its operations and had exemplified it with the launch of a comprehensive programme several […]
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Bronze better than nothing — Dele-Bashiru
Super Eagles star Fisayo Dele-Bashiru expresses satisfaction with Nigeria’s AFCON bronze medal despite missing a penalty in the shootout against Egypt. Read More: https://punchng.com/bronze-better-than-nothing-dele-bashiru/
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Regragui slams referee for poor final officiating
Morocco coach Walid Regragui slams the referee’s officiating in the AFCON final loss to Senegal, citing controversial late decisions and a lengthy delay. Read More: https://punchng.com/regragui-slams-referee-for-poor-final-officiating/
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Dangote Outlines New Strategy To Drive Africa’s Economic Expansion, Industrial Development
Dangote Industries Limit­ed (DIL) has announced an ambitious Vision 2030 strat­egy aimed at fast‑tracking Africa’s industrialisation, strengthening economic self‑sufficiency, and empow­ering the continent’s next generation. President of the Group, Aliko… The post Dangote Outlines New Strategy To Drive Africa’s Economic Expansion, Industrial Development appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Bankers Seek Balance Between Cash, Digital Payments
Banking operations leaders are taking steps to reposition cash for efficiency and inclusion as Nigeria deepens its digital payments transformation. In this regard, the Committee of Heads of Bank Operations (CHBO) on Monday said it plans to examine the evolving role of cash in a rapidly digitising economy at its 2026 Banking Operations Conference. The […]
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Sheffield enter Onyeka race
Sheffield United have entered the race for Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka, facing competition from Valencia and other clubs for a potential transfer. Read More: https://punchng.com/sheffield-enter-onyeka-race/
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UFC: Pyfer eyes KO against Adesanya in March
UFC middleweight Joe Pyfer vows to be the first to knock out Israel Adesanya in their upcoming March fight. Get details on the Pyfer vs Adesanya matchup. Read More: https://punchng.com/ufc-pyfer-eyes-ko-against-adesanya-in-march/
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How Dude Wipes Shark Tank, the toilet humour brand, went mainstream
Dude Wipes Shark Tank revolutionised the bathroom experience with the belief that wet cleans better than dry. Read more on how bro-humour became a cultural staple.
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Court Slams N100m Fine On Nigerian Army Over Land Trespass
Justice Oyeyemi Ajayi of the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan on Monday awarded N100 million damages against the Nigerian Army, and 2 Division, Ibadan, for trespassing on part of… The post Court Slams N100m Fine On Nigerian Army Over Land Trespass appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool reject €40m Lookman
Top Premier League clubs rejected a €40m Ademola Lookman transfer, but West Ham have made an approach for the Atalanta and Nigeria forward. Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-chelsea-liverpool-reject-e40m-lookman/
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Nigeria will win the 2027 AFCON
Discover why Nigeria is poised to win the 2027 AFCON. With back-to-back CAF awards and a talented squad, history suggests a victory is near. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-will-win-the-2027-afcon/
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Directors, Lagos Business School Partner To Strengthen Corporate Governance
The Chartered Institute of Directors of Nigeria (CIoD) and Lagos Business School (LBS) have signed an MoU to enhance governance standards nationwide. President of CIoD, Adetunji Oyebanji, said in Lagos on Monday that the partnership would advance ethical leadership and board effectiveness. He described the agreement as a strategic commitment to collaboration in director education, […]
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Local Contractors Accuse FG Of Using Their Funds For Re-Election
 The All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN) has resumed protest over debt being owed its members by the Federal Government amounting to over N4 trillion, alleging that the administration… The post Local Contractors Accuse FG Of Using Their Funds For Re-Election appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Destiny Boy’s mother speaks on circumstances surrounding son’s death
Saida reacted to the reports of Destiny Boy being involved in money rituals, stressing that such reports are fake.  She revealed that the artist was booked for a performance on Sunday until the seizures affected him again..
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Digital Innovation Can Transform Nigeria’s Energy Landscape — Expert
An energy expert has said that the convergence of renewable energy and digital innovation could help Nigeria build a more reliable and sustainable power sector. The Country Sales Director, Process Automation and Software for English-speaking Africa at Schneider Electric, Elijah Daniel, said digital transformation is becoming critical as Nigeria grapples with limited and unreliable electricity […]
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Murder Of Kano Woman, Kids: Tinubu Orders Prosecution Of Culprits
…Mourns Kano Business Leader, Bature Abdulaziz ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu has condemned the gruesome murder of a housewife, Fatima Abubakar, and her six children at Chiranci community in Kano.… The post Murder Of Kano Woman, Kids: Tinubu Orders Prosecution Of Culprits appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Afrilabs Announces Change In Top Leadership
An innovation-focused organisation, Afrilabs, has announced a change in its top leadership position to support its growth and development over the next decade. The organisation was formerly led by Anna Ekeledo, who positioned it as a top contender for supporting and developing Africa’s digital space. With her insights, intuition and acumen, Afrilabs has expanded from […]
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Alleged terror financing: DSS arrests ex-AGF Malami
The Department of State Services (DSS) yesterday arrested a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mallam Abubakar Malami (SAN). This followed the discovery of arms and ammunition The post Alleged terror financing: DSS arrests ex-AGF Malami appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Fed Govt faults NEF over Lagos gold refinery ownership
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has dismissed the allegation by the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) that the Federal Government is planning to establish a gold refinery in Lagos. The post Fed Govt faults NEF over Lagos gold refinery ownership appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Agency boss to ADC spokesman: substantiate your claims against Tinubu or face legal action
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Abiodun Ajiboye, has said that with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, Nigeria is gradually reversing years of The post Agency boss to ADC spokesman: substantiate your claims against Tinubu or face legal action appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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2027: We’re building virile opposition in Bauchi, says Atiku
Leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at federal, regional, and state levels are working assiduously towards strengthening the party and establishing virile roots in Bauchi State and other parts The post 2027: We’re building virile opposition in Bauchi, says Atiku appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Demolition: Housing Authority, Firm Restrained From Encroaching On Gwarinpa Property
A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Bwari, Abuja, has restrained the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) and AIBEN Properties Ltd from encroaching on a property located along 5th Avenue, 52 Road, Gwarinpa Il Estate, Abuja, belonging to Tolwu Integrated Properties Ltd. The court, headed by Justice M. A. Madugu, issued the order on […]
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False claim against President: DSS’ trial of Sowore begins Thursday
A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed January 22 for the commencement of trial in the cyber-bullying case brought against the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) The post False claim against President: DSS’ trial of Sowore begins Thursday appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu congratulates Alake on re-election as Africa Minerals Strategic Group chairman
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, on his re-election as the Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategic Group (AMSG). The President described The post Tinubu congratulates Alake on re-election as Africa Minerals Strategic Group chairman appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Protesting contractors block Finance minister over N4tr debt
There was pandemonium yesterday at the entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja. Protesting local contractors prevented the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, from entering The post Protesting contractors block Finance minister over N4tr debt appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Budget 2026: Humanitarian ministry plans N23.56b youth empowerment, medical outreach, others
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has earmarked N23,562,393,982 in this year’s budget to execute various projects and implement different programmes. The proposed budget shows that N1,399,578,241 The post Budget 2026: Humanitarian ministry plans N23.56b youth empowerment, medical outreach, others appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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