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Police arrest 24-year-old at Lagos airport over alleged N48.5m romance scam
The police said the suspect was apprehended on Monday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, while attempting to board a flight to Asaba, Delta State. The post Police arrest 24-year-old at Lagos airport over alleged N48.5m romance scam appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Clintons to testify on Epstein at end of February
Former US president Bill Clinton will testify in Congress about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on February 27, while former top diplomat Hillary Clinton will do so the day before, Republican lawmaker James Comer announced Tuesday. The post Clintons to testify on Epstein at end of February appeared first on Vanguard News.
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VIDEO: I won’t dance to promote a movie if it feels forced — Omotola
Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde explains her stance on movie promotion, stating she won’t dance if it feels forced or obligatory. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-i-wont-dance-to-promote-a-movie-if-it-feels-forced-omotola/
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Imo At 50: Our Local Govts Have Been Rendered Ineffective – APP
ABUJA – As Imo State observes a golden jubilee on Tuesday, February 3, Action Peoples Party (APP) has lamented the state of affairs in Imo State especially as the state…
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Army assures Onitsha Main Market traders, others of security, safety
The 82 Division, Nigerian Army, has assured traders in the Onitsha Main Market and traders in other economic centres in the region of security and safety. The post Army assures Onitsha Main Market traders, others of security, safety appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Buni Launches Financial Incentives, Empowerment Programme For Women, Education In Yobe
DAMATURU – The Executive Governor of Yobe State Dr. Mai Mala Buni, today launched a significant disbursement initiative aimed at empowering the community. The programme includes financial incentives for 32,382 girls,…
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Read what doctor said about Nanyah's death by snakebite
A doctor shared one main reason Nanyah didn’t survive the snakebite despite rushing to the hospital. He opened people’s eyes to what really happens during snakebite.
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Africa must stop begging for aid, become global investment hub — Okonjo-Iweala
WTO’s Okonjo-Iweala urges Africa to shift from aid dependency and become a global investment hub, leveraging its youth, resources, and clean energy potenti Read More: https://punchng.com/africa-must-stop-begging-for-aid-become-global-investment-hub-okonjo-iweala/
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Court to rule on final forfeiture of ex-acting Accountant General’s property, April 30
He stated that the said property was reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of crime The post Court to rule on final forfeiture of ex-acting Accountant General’s property, April 30 appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Monday Sit-At-Home Finally Ends As Onitsha Main Market, Others Roar Back To Life
ONITSHA – Business activities returned in full force across Anambra State on Monday, February 2, 2026, as the popular Onitsha Main Market and other surrounding markets reopened, effectively putting an end…
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Mobility Fintech, GoCab Raises $45m To Scale Electric Mobility, Financial Inclusion Across Africa
GoCab, a mobility and financial services platform enabling gig-economy workers in emerging markets to access productive assets through ethical and Shariah-compliant financing, has raised $45m to boost electric mobility, financial…
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Teen stabs, critically wounds teacher in France
A 14-year-old student stabbed a teacher in France, leaving the 60-year-old in critical condition. The attack occurred at a secondary school. Read More: https://punchng.com/teen-stabs-critically-wounds-teacher-in-france/
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Mixed Reactions As Obi Cubana Named South-East Coordinator Of City Boys Movement
ABUJA – Prominent businessman Obi Iyiegbu, widely known as Obi Cubana, has been appointed South-East Coordinator of the City Boys Movement, a Tinubu-aligned political support group, with the appointment letter presented…
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Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde sets new rules for Nollywood promotions
The veteran actress made this known during a recent appearance on TVC Entertainment, a clip of which was shared on Instagram on Tuesday.
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New Africa Energy Bank is set to fund oil & gas projects in Nigeria – See details
Africa is set to unlock about $10 billion in fresh oil and gas investments through the African Energy Bank to support energy projects across the continent.
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Bombshell Epstein Files trigger major Police Probe into former UK Minister
The newly released files reportedly contain emails and communications that appear to show the former minister sent sensitive UK government information and economic briefings to Epstein while he held a senior ministerial position.
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Osun-Osogbo festival: Traditionalists ask INEC to reschedule Osun gov poll
Traditionalists ask INEC to reschedule the Osun gov poll, citing a clash with the annual Osun-Osogbo Festival and potential security risks. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-osogbo-festival-traditionalists-ask-inec-to-reschedule-osun-gov-poll/
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Tinubu Seeks World Bank Support To Boost Agriculture, Economic Reforms
The president highlighted the importance of mechanization and modernization of agriculture to increase productivity and create opportunities for Nigeria’s large young population. The post Tinubu Seeks World Bank Support To Boost Agriculture, Economic Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.
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I won’t ’forcefully’ dance to promote a film – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde
Veteran actress and filmmaker Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has shared her views on the growing trend of using dance to promote movies, saying she has no objection to it as long as The post I won’t ’forcefully’ dance to promote a film – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Andy Cole snubs Ronaldo, Messi, names football’s GOAT
Former Manchester United striker, Andy Cole, has snubbed the iconic duo of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, as he named football’s greatest player. According to him, the best player of all time is Argentine legend Diego Maradona. Cole almost lined up alongside Ronaldo at Old Trafford, but departed in 1995, two years before the Red […] Andy Cole snubs Ronaldo, Messi, names football’s GOAT
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C’River: Magistrates threaten Indefinite strike
The Magistrates Association of Nigeria (MAN), Cross River State Chapter, has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike over unresolved welfare and security concerns. The post C’River: Magistrates threaten Indefinite strike appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Mikano donates 10 patrol vehicles to LSSTF as security support 
Power solutions giant, Mikano International Limited yesterday donated 10 patrol vehicles to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) to boost public safety.  The vehicles were handed over by the The post Mikano donates 10 patrol vehicles to LSSTF as security support  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Chieftaincy crisis: Ogun community disowns five ‘suspended’ chiefs
Chief Akinlolu described this development as surprising, noting that parties in a pending court case are expected to maintain the status quo until a final judgment is delivered. The post Chieftaincy crisis: Ogun community disowns five ‘suspended’ chiefs appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NNL: Sokoto United management team suspended
The Sokoto State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has announced the suspension of the entire management team of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Sokoto United. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, is expected to last for three months. The decision was communicated in a letter signed by the Director of Administration of the Ministry, […] NNL: Sokoto United management team suspended
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2027: APC group urges Tinubu to reshuffle cabinet, sack ‘unproductive ministers’
A support group within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reshuffle his cabinet and remove ministers allegedly sabotaging his government, warning that delays could affect the party’s chances in the 2027 general elections. The APC League of Democrats made the call in a statement signed on Monday by […] 2027: APC group urges Tinubu to reshuffle cabinet, sack ‘unproductive ministers’
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Police react to suspected bomb discovery at popular Abia church, see details
Police have reacted to viral reports of a suspected bomb discovery at a branch of the United Evangelical Church (UEC) in Aba, the Abia State capital.
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Cautious optimism ahead of US-Iran talks
The upcoming talks between the United States and Iran are being monitored globally following the signaling by President Donald Trump and President Masoud Pezeshkian. On Tuesday, Pezeshkian announced he had instructed top diplomat Abbas Araghchi to “prepare for equitable and fair negotiations” devoid of “threats and unreasonable expectations.” The directive came on the heels of […] Cautious optimism ahead of US-Iran talks
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Kogi shuts schools till February 16
The Kogi State government orders the temporary closure of all schools as a proactive measure based on credible security intelligence to protect students. Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-shuts-schools-till-february-16/
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Over 1m Nigerian students now get N20,000 monthly – APC chairman, Yilwatda
Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has announced the ongoing NELFUND initiative, emphasizing its impact on students and families across Nigeria. Prof. Yilwatda spoke on Tuesday on Channels TV Politics. He highlighted the challenges many Nigerian students face in paying school fees. “Most students in Nigeria have difficulty paying their […] Over 1m Nigerian students now get N20,000 monthly – APC chairman, Yilwatda
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Kwankwaso not in talks, negotiation with APC, Tinubu over defection – Kwankwassiya movement
KANO - The Kwankwassiya movement has dismissed reports that it leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is in talks and negotiation to defect to the ruling party, All Progressive Congress, APC, describing the report as false, baseless and misleading. The post Kwankwaso not in talks, negotiation with APC, Tinubu over defection – Kwankwassiya movement appeared first on Vanguard News.
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“Nigeria is dying daily!” Bishop Matthew Kukah cries out
Kukah spoke in Yola, Adamawa State, during the public presentation of a book titled The Man They Could Not Stop, written by Solomon Kumangar, a former Director-General of Media and Communication to Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri.
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Andy Cole names Maradona football’s GOAT, snubs Ronaldo, Messi
Man United legend Andy Cole weighs in on the GOAT debate, naming Diego Maradona as the best ever, ahead of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Read More: https://punchng.com/andy-cole-names-maradona-footballs-goat-snubs-ronaldo-messi/
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Court-martial for coup plotters illegal, Falana warns FG
“In a democratic dispensation, this is a matter for the Federal High Court, not a secret military panel," Falana stated. The post Court-martial for coup plotters illegal, Falana warns FG appeared first on Tribune Online.
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True worshipper gone – Bishop Wale Oke reacts to death of Ron Kenoly
The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Bishop Wale Oke, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of renowned gospel musician and worship leader, Ron Kenoly. In an emotional tribute, Bishop Oke hailed the late singer as a “true worshipper,” noting that his entire life and calling were poured out in honour of […] True worshipper gone – Bishop Wale Oke reacts to death of Ron Kenoly
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NiMet Faults Report On Farmers Loosing N5trillion In A Year Due To Poor Weather Forecasts
ABUJA – The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has faulted a report that Nigerian Farmers have lost “nearly N5trillion” in productive capital due largely to its weather forecast, saying such a claim…
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Abia to roll out e-health project, unveils vaccination 
The Abia State government announces the launch of its e-health project to digitize medical records, enable telehealth, and improve healthcare services. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-to-roll-out-e-health-project-unveils-vaccination/
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