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Ondo varsity students drown in hotel swimming pool
Two Adekunle Ajasin University students have died after drowning in a hotel swimming pool. The Ondo students drown during a party for new students. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-varsity-students-drown-in-hotel-swimming-pool/
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Don seeks transformation of plant-based food systems
A professor advocates for policies to transform plant-based food systems, highlighting their health benefits and the risks of contamination from toxic meta Read More: https://punchng.com/don-seeks-transformation-of-plant-based-food-systems/
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Police arrest seven suspects over armed robbery, cultism in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested seven suspects for murder, armed robbery, and cultism. Read about the breakthroughs in Tede, Jobele, and Ilora. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-seven-suspects-over-armed-robbery-cultism-in-oyo/
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Police arrest Ghanaian landlord for allegedly deroofing tenant’s house in Rivers
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a Ghanaian national, Mr. Frimpong Samuel, for allegedly deroofing the apartment occupied by his tenant, Mr. Anozie Tochukwu, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. The post Police arrest Ghanaian landlord for allegedly deroofing tenant’s house in Rivers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Suswam was no longer our member – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has dismissed claims that former governor and senator, Gabriel Torwua Suswam, resigned from the party, insisting that he had already ceased to be a member long before the purported resignation letter surfaced. The party made this position known in a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, […] Suswam was no longer our member – PDP
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Joy as company gifts UNILAG overall best graduating student N10 million, gives reason
A company has rewarded the overall best graduating student of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for his outstanding academic achievement at the university.
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Police Force recruitment: NPF asks Nigerians to apply before deadline, releases application link
The Nigeria Police Force and Police Service Commission invite eligible Nigerians to apply for 50,000 constable positions before the February 8, 2026 deadline.
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Agbakoba urges state legislatures to act on medical negligence, calls for sweeping reforms
Human rights activist and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has called for urgent legislative intervention to address what he described as a deepening crisis of medical negligence in Nigeria. The post Agbakoba urges state legislatures to act on medical negligence, calls for sweeping reforms appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PTAD: Labour Ministry Settles Discrepancy in Check-Off Dues Between NUP, FEPPPAN
INNOCENT OWEH The Ministry of Labour and Employment, under the purview of Mohammed Dingyadi on Wednesday, made an attempt to resolve the long standing discrepancies involving check-off dues between the…
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UK electricity cheaper than Nigeria’s — Energy expert
An energy expert states electricity is cheaper in the UK than Nigeria, questioning the subsidy system amid plans to share costs. Find out more. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-electricity-cheaper-than-nigerias-energy-expert/
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“He has Ghanaian strength”: Iwobi shows damage to his hand after clash with Mainoo, video
Alex Iwobi jokes about Kobbie Mainoo’s “Ghanaian strength” after revealing a hand injury from their Premier League clash during Man United's victory against Fulham.
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After Decade Apart, Tonto Dikeh, Son Reunite With Fathe
Oscar Okhifo After ten years of separation and public disputes, Nigerian actress Tonto Dikeh and her son, King Andre, have reunited with her ex-husband, businessman Olakunle Churchill, in an emotional…
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Court rejects Sowore’s evidence that Tinubu called Jonathan ‘drunkard’
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday, rejected an evidence that President Bola Tinubu had in 2011, called former President Goodluck Jonathan a drunkard. The post Court rejects Sowore’s evidence that Tinubu called Jonathan ‘drunkard’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigeria must remain competitive to attract energy investment — TotalEnergies boss
TotalEnergies’ MD explains why Nigeria must stay competitive to attract global energy investment, outlining the company’s strategy in oil, gas, and power. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-remain-competitive-to-attract-energy-investment-totalenergies-boss/
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Reps’ committee slams MDAs for ignoring summons
A House of Reps committee slams MDAs and banks like the CBN for ignoring summons regarding its investigation into agricultural subsidies and intervention f Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-committee-slams-mdas-for-ignoring-summons/
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Tinubu congratulates Chief Pondi of Gbaramatu on birthday
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to Engr. Kestin Ebimorbowei Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services and the Ibe Benimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, on his birthday. The post Tinubu congratulates Chief Pondi of Gbaramatu on birthday appeared first on Vanguard News.
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JUST IN: Senate Rejects Electronic Transmission Of Election Results 
The rejected provision would have required presiding officers to electronically transmit results from each polling unit to the IREV portal in real time. The post JUST IN: Senate Rejects Electronic Transmission Of Election Results  appeared first on Channels Television.
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Rivers Handball Players Aim For Niger Delta Games Gold
Players of the Rivers state handball team have sent strong messages of warning to their opponents at the forthcoming Niger Delta Games that they will be in Benin City for…
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Reset agenda aims to build prosperity at home, not export potential – Vice President
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has underscored the government’s commitment to transforming Africa’s economic future through a “reset agenda” focused on building prosperity within the continent rather than exporting its potential abroad.
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Nnamdi Kanu appeals against terrorism conviction, seeks acquittal from all charges
Mr Kanu's appeal notice, which named the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the respondent, urged the appellate court to “quash, reverse and set aside” the punishment handed down by the trial court. The post Nnamdi Kanu appeals against terrorism conviction, seeks acquittal from all charges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NEDC Donates Fire Station, Truck To ATBU
Suzan Edeh The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has donated a modern fire station, a brand new fire fighting truck, a functional borehole and offices to the management of Abubakar…
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Lagos moves to sanction content creators over child rights violations
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Social Development (MYSD) in partnership with the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), has raised concerns over the violation of children’s rights by content creators, skit makers, influencers, and digital media producers, both online and offline. The post Lagos moves to sanction content creators over child rights violations appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kano court reduces bail for cleric accused of forgery
A Kano State High Court has reduced the bail conditions for Islamic cleric Ibrahim Abdullahi Isa, who is facing allegations of forging land ownership documents for two properties along Ahmadu Bello Way in Kano. Justice Jamilu Shehu Suleiman reviewed the earlier bail terms after the cleric spent about two weeks in custody without meeting the […] Kano court reduces bail for cleric accused of forgery
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Mbah Pushes For Common South East Market, Economic Bloc
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says the South East must be reimagined and built into a common market and economic block in order to realise its potential as…
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Lagos to enforce mandatory waste sorting
The Lagos State Government says it will soon make waste sorting at source mandatory to modernise waste management and unlock its economic value. The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste The post Lagos to enforce mandatory waste sorting appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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South East Governors agree on shared responsibility for regional development
Governors of the five South East states have agreed on the need for regional cooperation in intelligence sharing, infrastructure development, and the formulation of a harmonized integration plan to accelerate the zone’s 50-year development vision. The post South East Governors agree on shared responsibility for regional development appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027 politics won’t affect my job as FCT Minister – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says political activities towards the 2027 general elections will not affect his capacity to deliver life-impacting projects to FCT residents. Wike gave The post 2027 politics won’t affect my job as FCT Minister – Wike appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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J.B Danquah @ 61: You cannot write Ghana’s history without J.B Danquah – Abuakwa South MP
Parliament has marked the 61st anniversary of the passing of Dr Joseph Kwame Kyeretwie Boakye Danquah with a solemn reflection on his enduring intellectual, constitutional and moral legacy, as lawmakers across the political divide reaffirmed his place as one of the nation’s foremost architects.
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Nigerians must unite to crush cancer – First Lady
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on all Nigerians to unite and wage a relentless fight against cancer. The post Nigerians must unite to crush cancer – First Lady appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Yobe gov builds nine girls’ schools, empowers women, female students
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, said he has established nine senior girls’ day secondary schools to boost girl-child education in the state. Buni stated this while flagging off disbursement and empowerment programmes for women, IDPs, and schoolgirls. The move, he added, is aimed at reducing cases of drop-outs among girls and ensuring a smooth […] Yobe gov builds nine girls’ schools, empowers women, female students
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Abia monarch slams ex-govs for ganging up against Otti
The monarch urged Governor Otti not to be distracted, assuring him that his performance would speak volumes for him ahead of the 2027 general election. The post Abia monarch slams ex-govs for ganging up against Otti appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescues Two Victims 
The Nasarawa State Police Command on Wednesday arrested suspected kidnapper and rescued two kidnapped victims in Nasarawa State as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other related crimes…
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Nanyah: Friend Who Witnessed Singer’s Death After Snakebite Shares Experience, Many React
A close friend has mourned a fast-rising singer, Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah, who died from a snakebite. He shared how he witnessed her death.
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Shettima launches S/East Vision 2050 Economic Development blueprint
Shettima, has launched a 25-year development blueprint for the South-East region (South East Vision 2050). The post Shettima launches S/East Vision 2050 Economic Development blueprint appeared first on Vanguard News.
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The thinker and the tactician: Why Robert Mugabe was more intelligent that Jonathan Moyo
Zimbabwe has produced many politicians who could shout, scheme or survive. It has produced very few who could genuinely think. Among those few, two names inevitably surface: Robert Gabriel Mugabe and Jonathan Nathaniel Moyo. The post The thinker and the tactician: Why Robert Mugabe was more intelligent that Jonathan Moyo appeared first on Nehanda Radio.
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Nana Asamoah champions national pride with new single, “GHANA”
Ghanaian artiste Nana Asamoah has unveiled his latest single, GHANA, a stirring musical tribute that celebrates national pride, cultural identity and the enduring spirit of the country.
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