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Grid Upgrade Halts Power Supply To Bauchi, Gombe, Yola – NISO
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has announced a planned power interruption affecting Bauchi, Gombe, Yola and neighbouring communities to allow the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) to fit an Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) on the Jos–Bauchi–Gombe 330kV transmission corridor. The outage will start at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, and end at […]
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TCN Boosts Yobe Grid With New 60MVA Mobile Transformer, Raising Substation Capacity To 180MVA
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Thursday night commissioned a 60MVA, 132/33kV mobile power transformer at its Damaturu transmission substation, a move that raises the facility’s transformation capacity from 120MVA to 180MVA. Commissioned at 9:50pm on July 16, 2026, the transformer strengthens the substation’s operational flexibility and resilience by providing additional redundancy during maintenance […]
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World Cup: ‘It’s a shame for Deschamps’ – Mbappe speaks after England beat France
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Access Bank Wins 16 Awards Across African Markets at Euromoney
Access Bank said it has received 16 honours at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, covering categories such as customer experience, sustainable finance, SME banking, digital banking, corporate responsibility and market leadership across several African countries. The bank said the awards recognised performance across multiple markets and business segments and reflected its investments in digital […]
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Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface scores twice as Leverkusen record 7-0 win
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FG clarifies position on raw cocoa exports
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World Cup final: Lionel Messi’s emotional message to Argentina fans, teammates, coaching staff
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Police Rescue 9 Trafficked Children, Arrest 2 Suspects In Niger
Operatives of Niger state Police Command have rescued 9 children trafficked in two separate incidents and arrested two suspects in connection with the crimes. LEADERSHIP Sunday gathered that Police operatives attached to Madalla Division while on patrol along Madalla-Suleja Road intercepted and arrested one Dauda Ayuba of Senchi village in Kaffin-Koro area of Paikoro LGA […]
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Fubara Commiserates With Amaechi Over Mother’s Demise
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has commiserated with a former governor of the state, Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, on the transition of his mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi. In a condolence message issued on behalf of the government and people of the state, Fubara expressed deep sympathy with the former governor, describing the death […]
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Boniface scores twice as Leverkusen begin pre-season with 7-0 win
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Yobe Charts Course For Improved Healthcare Delivery
Yobe State Ministry of Health and Human Services has concluded its 2026 Joint Annual Review (JAR) and Quarterly Performance Dialogue, reaffirming the state’s commitment to strengthening the healthcare system through evidence-based planning, collaboration and accountability. The two-day stakeholders’ engagement, held at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Conference Hall in Damaturu, brought together senior government officials, […]
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World Cup final: Mbappe makes prediction after France’s defeat to England
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World Cup: They’ll easily win – Ronaldo predicts Spain vs Argentina final
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Annie yet to drop ‘Idibia’ over a year after split with 2Baba
More than a year after the collapse of her marriage to music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, actress Annie Macaulay has continued to retain “Idibia” on her social media platforms, reigniting conversations about the decision. The post Annie yet to drop ‘Idibia’ over a year after split with 2Baba appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Mary Habila’s Death: Activist Petitions IGP, Demands Probe
A Kogi-born political activist and public commentator,  Usman Okai Austin, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, demanding what he described as an immediate, transparent and comprehensive investigation into the death of 26-year-old Mary Habila. In the petition on Saturday and made available to journalists, Austin urged the IGP to ensure that […]
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3 Killed, Homes Destroyed As Heavy Rainstorm Hits Yobe
At least three people have lost their lives, while houses and properties worth millions of naira were destroyed following a heavy rainstorm accompanied by strong winds that struck parts of Nguru Local Government Area in Yobe State. The incident, which occurred overnight, affected Old Nguru, Filing Idi and several surrounding communities, leaving many residents injured […]
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LP, APC clash in Abia as opposition accuses Gov Otti of underpaying workers
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Reserved Seats Bill Will Correct Political Imbalance Against Women – Group
The Gender Strategy Advancement International (GSAI) has said increasing women’s participation in Nigerian politics will require deliberate structural reforms rather than symbolic gestures. Speaking with journalists in Abuja, the Executive Director of GSAI, Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack, maintained that equal access to political opportunities is essential for an inclusive democracy. She said efforts to improve women’s […]
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World Cup: Mbappe overtakes Messi in race for Golden Boot ahead of final [Top 7]
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Army-Air Force Feud Crippled Counterterrorism Under Buhari – Presidency
The Presidency has alleged that a rivalry between the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Air Force during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration undermined counterterrorism operations, with troops allegedly denied crucial air support during some military missions. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, made the claim while speaking on The Link […]
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Soldiers’ Salaries And Matters Arising
The recent announcement by the minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (rtd.)  that the federal government had increased the minimum monthly salary of Nigerian soldiers to N100,000 is a welcome development that deserves commendation. Any effort to improve the welfare of the men and women who defend this nation from its enemies is a good […]
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2026 World Cup: England beat France 6-4 to win third-place match
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FGC Kaduna Alumni Rewards Students For Academic Excellence
The Federal Government College Kaduna Old Students Association (FGCKADOSA) has donated prizes to outstanding students of the college as part of efforts to promote academic excellence and encourage students to strive for higher achievements. The global president of the association, Fatima Ambashair Kyari, disclosed this at the 29th Speech and Prize-Giving Day of the college […]
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2026 World Cup: Argentina, Spain clash in final for ages
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Atiku Seeks Forensic Probe Of N210bn Budget Duplication
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has called for a forensic investigation into the alleged duplication of overN210 billion in the 2026 Appropriation Act, accusing the administration of President Bola Tinubu of fiscal recklessness and poor management of public resources. The former vice president said the discovery […]
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Sokoto Employs 3,940 Health Workers As Gov Aliyu Hosts UNICEF
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu has said his administration recruited 1,500 nurses and midwives and 2,440 community health extension workers across the state since assumption of office. The governor stated this when he received UNICEF executive director, Katherine Russell who paid him a visit at Government House Sokoto yesterday. Represented by his deputy, Idris Muhammad […]
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2027: ADC raises alarm over removal of billboard in Ibadan
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WAEC, NECO Fee Hike Suspended Because Of Election, Parents Allege
By HENRY TYOHEMBA, AZA MSUE, NICHOLAS DEKERA, INIOBONG EKPONTA, FEMI OYEWESO and BRAHIM OBANSA The Federal Government had recently planned to increase the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) registration fee from N27,000 to N50,000, but later suspended it following public outcry. Some parents and students said the government did not shelve the idea due to […]
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Flood Threat: Why Residents Of Risk-prone Areas Won’t Flee Despite Repeated Warnings
Benue, Plateau, C’River, Niger, Taraba among vulnerable states   |   Flood washes away graves, destroys 20 houses in Edo By AZA MSUE, Makurdi; RICHARD NDOMA, Calabar; OKECHUKWU OBETA, Awka; ACHOR ABIMAJE, Jos; ANAYO OUKWUGHA, Port Harcourt; ATTAH ANTHONY, Jalingo; ABDULLAHI OLESIN, Ilorin; ALO ABIOLA, Ado-Ekiti; and ABU NMODU, Minna Despite the federal government’s flood alert placing […]
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Rodri could become 10th player to win World Cup, Champions League, Ballon d’Or
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ICPC secures final forfeiture of N941m linked to IPPIS fraud
Investigations revealed that fictitious IPPIS identities had been created for non-existent personnel across multiple MDAs, with salaries paid over extended periods into accounts belonging to individuals and companies. In many cases, the account names did not correspond with those of the purported employees, while some accounts received multiple salary payments simultaneously.
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Ibadan’s Ogunpa: The handwriting is on the wall
IBADAN is sitting on a sleeping giant. In truth, we are sitting on a keg of gunpowder. The post Ibadan’s Ogunpa: The handwriting is on the wall appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Sunday morning
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Oriire: Celebrating the unsung heroes
LAST week, the Senate announced a donation of ₦50 million for the families of the fallen heroes of the Oriire kidnap saga. It was a worthy gift from the lawmakers, who identified the beneficiary families The post Oriire: Celebrating the unsung heroes appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Ajah landlord drags tenant to court for allegedly partitioning apartment without consent
And after investigation by Inspector Odijile Eghonghon and his team, the defendant was charged before the Igbosere Magistrates' Court, Lagos on a one-count charge bordering on willful damage to bathroom wall and door.
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You don’t need to hold a microphone to succeed in entertainment — Dami Adenuga
Music executive and public relations expert, Dami Adenuga, has said success in the entertainment industry is not limited to singers, actors or other performers in the spotlight The post You don’t need to hold a microphone to succeed in entertainment — Dami Adenuga appeared first on Tribune Online.
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