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Who is Kaitlin Bennett’s husband? Biography of Justin Moldow
Kaitlin Bennett’s husband, Justin Moldow, is a political commentator. He became prominent following his marriage to the famous American gun rights activist.
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CAF releases statement on South Africa after beating Nigeria to 2026 World Cup ticket ahead of kickoff match
CAF sends message to South Africa on their return to the World Cup after 16 years. Bafana Bafana will face Mexico on June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca.
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo bans use of ‘Ezeigbo,’ ‘Ezendigbo’, other titles in Edo
The Edo State Secretary of the pan Igbo group added that the statement also reaffirmed cooperation with Edo State’s established traditional authority, including loyalty to the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, and other recognized traditional rulers across Edo North and Central senatorial districts.
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Olise smashes hat-trick as France beat N. Ireland in pre-World Cup game
Michael Olise sparkled brightest in a star-studded France attack on Monday, hitting a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up win over outgunned Northern Ireland in Lille. The post Olise smashes hat-trick as France beat N. Ireland in pre-World Cup game appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Bandits abduct 39 Zamfara ‘elders’ after failed reconciliation meeting
The victims were part of a 50-member delegation that reportedly met a notorious bandit leader despite the state government's opposition to negotiations with criminal groups. The post Bandits abduct 39 Zamfara ‘elders’ after failed reconciliation meeting appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EFCC arraigns native doctor, wife for alleged N1 billion fraud
EFCC said it found that the couple used the money to acquire two properties in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The post EFCC arraigns native doctor, wife for alleged N1 billion fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Breaking: Tragedy strikes, 3 passengers die in Warri–Itakpe train accident, details emerge
Tragedy struck as a train derailment on the Warri–Itakpe service claimed three lives in Delta State. Emergency teams provided support amidst ongoing assessments.
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Nigeria’s trade surplus rises 340% to N7.5 trn
Nigeria’s trade surplus grew by 340.88 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to N7.55 trillion in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26) from N1.7 trillion in Q4’25. The post Nigeria’s trade surplus rises 340% to N7.5 trn appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Cut off terror financiers, COAS urges banks
Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff calls on banks to disrupt terrorism financing and illicit financial flows, highlighting the sector’s role in national securit Read More: https://punchng.com/cut-off-terror-financiers-coas-urges-banks/
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Lady who relocated to Canada shares what many don't know about journey
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady celebrated travelling to Canada. Netizens reacted massively to the post.
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Man discovers grave on piece of land he purchased, cries out in video
A video making the rounds on social media captured the moment a Nigerian man found a grave in his piece of land. Netizens reacted massively to the post on TikTok.
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Borno’s Askira-Uba school children: The abduction Nigeria chose to ignore
By Zainab Suleiman Okino In a conversation on the now-ubiquitous insecurity involving the abduction of schoolchildren, I asked an acquaintance what she knew about the abduction of 42 pupils from Primary and Junior Secondary Schools in Mussa, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, by alleged Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. She told me outright she had [...]
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THE HERO’S JOURNEY: From Skepticism To Statesmanship: Why Enugu West Should Support Senator Osita Ngwu’s Return To The Senate in 2027
By Anayo Agu June 7, 2026 Every generation produces individuals who, through courage, conviction, commitment, service, sacrifice, and accomplishment, rise above ordinary expectations and become symbols of collective beliefs, values, and aspirations. History remembers such individuals not merely because they occupied positions of authority, but because they transformed challenges into opportunities and left their communities […]
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Bandits kidnap 50 elders during peace meeting in Zamfara
Fifty elders sent to reconcile with bandits were kidnapped during a peace meeting in Zamfara. Learn more about this shocking Zamfara kidnapping incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-kidnap-50-elders-during-peace-meeting-in-zamfara/
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Police arrest seven suspected bandits over FRSC killings in Kebbi
Kebbi State Police Command arrests seven suspected bandits in connection with the killing of three FRSC personnel and other criminal activities in Bagudo L Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-seven-suspected-bandits-over-frsc-killings-in-kebbi/
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Ochonogor advocates responsible waste management
In commemoration of this year’s World Environment Day (WED, Chief Executive Officer of E-Terra Technologies Limited, Ifeanyi Ochonogor has urged Nigerians to be friends of the environment by reducing pollution and promoting responsible waste management. The World Environment Day is The post Ochonogor advocates responsible waste management appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Israel seeks Middle East peace, deepens ties with Nigeria
Reflecting on Israel’s founding vision, the ambassador recalled the words of Israel’s first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, who at independence called for peace and cooperation among nations. The post Israel seeks Middle East peace, deepens ties with Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Trump nominates former personal lawyer as attorney general
President Donald Trump on Monday nominated his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as US attorney general on a permanent basis, setting up a potential confirmation battle with the Senate. Blanche, 51, has been serving as acting attorney general since Pam Bondi departed in April. Since then he has pursued a number of indictments against Trump’s Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-nominates-former-personal-lawyer-as-attorney-general/
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Police Arrest Seven Suspected Bandits In Kebbi
The suspects were apprehended during intelligence-led operations conducted on June 5, 2026, targeting criminal networks operating within the Soda Forest axis and surrounding border communities. The post Police Arrest Seven Suspected Bandits In Kebbi appeared first on Channels Television.
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Kindly Myers traded her military uniform for modelling and never looked back after that
Kindly Myers is an American model and a former soldier who has achieved enormous success in her business. Find out more details about her age and who she is.
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Community Leaders Protest Alleged Land Grabbing In Abia Assembly Area
Leaders of Umoke Kindred in Ofeke Azueke, Ndume Ibeku in Abia State have protested peacefully over alleged encroachment on their land located around the Abia State House of Assembly Complex, Umuahia. The community leaders, including Chiefs Chinmobi Nwokocha, Kingsley Ogbonna, and the women leader, Mrs Victoria Chinyere, identified the disputed land as Alaoji Isiyi Oduakara. […]
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‘They Are Not Asking For Shariah, N1bn Ransom’ — Abducted School Principal Counters Media Report On Bandits’ Demands
The abducted Principal of Community High School, EsieleAhoro-Esieele, Mrs. Rachael Alamu, has dismissed reports claiming that the gunmen holding her and 31 others captive were demanding the entrenchment of Shariah law or a ₦1 billion ransom, describing the claims as false and dangerous. In a latest video released from captivity and circulating on social media […]
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Madumere Secures Diaspora Endorsement For Imo East 2027 Senate Race
As the 2027 Imo East Senatorial District election gathers momentum, members of the diaspora community have called for a political shift and endorsed the candidacy of former Imo State deputy governor, Prince Eze Madumere, as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the senatorial seat. The endorsement was contained in a statement made available to […]
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Nasarawa Opens Bids For Construction Of 30 Secondary Schools Under AGILE Project
The Nasarawa State Government has commenced the bid-opening process for the construction of 30 new secondary schools under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project. The ceremony, held in Lafia, was led by the State Commissioner for Education, Dr. John Mamman, who said the initiative is aimed at expanding access to quality […]
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Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ To Battle For Rivers South-East Senatorial Seat
Indications have emerged that the contest for the Rivers South-East senatorial district seat in the forthcoming June 20, 2026 bye-election will be dominated by political parties under the so-called “Rainbow Coalition.” The Rainbow Coalition is a political alliance led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, bringing together politicians from the […]
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 8, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to appreciation
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 8, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to appreciation The Naira appreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market to begin the week on a good note on Monday. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira strengthened to N1,362.84 on Monday from N1,362.21 traded last week Friday.  This means that on […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 8, 2026: Nigerian currency returns to appreciation
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Why Tinubu is stalling state police implementation — Kenneth Okonkwo
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Kenneth Okonkwo, has accused President Bola Tinubu of deliberately stalling state police implementation to enable his administration to deploy security forces to allegedly manipulate the 2027 general elections. The post Why Tinubu is stalling state police implementation — Kenneth Okonkwo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EDITORIAL: The N110bn Judgment and the demand for Accountability
The recent judgment of the Federal High Court in Lagos declaring the National Assembly's N110 billion vehicle and allowance schemes unlawful is a victory for accountability, transparency and the rule of law.
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Group Rejects INEC’s New Polling Units In Warri
The Children of Drives and Fishermen Association (CODAFA) has rejected the recent proposal by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for new wards, polling units, state constituencies, and an additional federal constituency in Warri Federal Constituency, describing the exercise as fraudulent and misleading. The group made its position known in a press release signed by […]
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Zulum Commends Tinubu For Securing Release Of 434 Ngoshe Captives
Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his role in securing the freedom of 434 residents of Ngoshe community, who were abducted over a year ago during a violent raid on the town. Speaking in Pulka on Monday, Governor Zulum confirmed that the latest release comprises 357 persons, […]
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Nigerian Army, Benin troops conduct joint patrol in Cotonou to curb insecurity
Troops of the Nigerian Army and personnel of the Benin National Guard have conducted a joint night patrol in Cotonou, Republic of Benin, with the view to curtailing insecurity at the border communities. This is contained in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region. Makama […] Nigerian Army, Benin troops conduct joint patrol in Cotonou to curb insecurity
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7 Killed, 9 Injured After Minibus Rams Into Stationary Truck on Dubai’s Emirates Road
A tragic road accident on Dubai’s Emirates Road has claimed the lives of seven people and left nine others injured after a minibus crashed into a stationary truck, according to Dubai Police. Authorities said preliminary investigations revealed that the truck had developed a technical fault and came to an abrupt stop in the middle of […]
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Commonwealth Secretary-General Calls For Stronger Trade, Investment Partnerships Among Members
Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has called for greater trade, investment and economic cooperation across the Commonwealth, urging governments and businesses to turn the organisation’s unique commercial advantages into tangible growth, jobs and prosperity. The Secretary-General said Commonwealth was uniquely positioned to help member countries navigate a rapidly changing global economy. “The global economy is […]
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Court stops alleged demolition at Ogombo Estate, restrains bank, developer
A Lagos State High Court sitting in Epe has restrained Multi-Purpose Infrastructure Development Construction Limited and Abbey Mortgage Bank Limited, alongside seven other defendants, from carrying out further demolition of properties at Roseville Gardens Estate in Ogombo, Eti-Osa Local Government The post Court stops alleged demolition at Ogombo Estate, restrains bank, developer appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Army Chief Tasks Banking Sector On Disrupting Terrorism Financing
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called on Nigeria’s banking sector to strengthen efforts at disrupting terrorism financing and other illicit financial flows that threaten national security. The COAS made the call on Monday, June 8, 2026, when he received the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/COE) of […]
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Emir Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli at 60: Reflections on a unique form of leadership, By Samuel Aruwan
As His Royal Highness marks his 60th birthday, I find myself reflecting not only on the office he occupies, but also on the experiences that shaped his approach to leadership. His journey through banking, law, diplomacy, public administration and traditional leadership has given him a perspective that combines respect for institutions with an appreciation of […] The post Emir Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli at 60: Reflections on a unique form of leadership, By Samuel Aruwan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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