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NDDC, LIFE-ND boost agriculture in Niger Delta
The NDDC and LIFE-ND partner to advance Niger Delta agriculture, inspecting incubation centres and empowering young agripreneurs to drive economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/nddc-life-nd-boost-agriculture-in-niger-delta/
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‘Until we meet again’ – Nwabali speaks after leaving Chippa United
Nigerian goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has spoken after he parted ways with Chippa United on Thursday after turning in a transfer request. In a message shared on his X account, the 29-year-old expressed gratitude to his teammates, coaches, fans, and the club’s chairman. He wrote, “It was more than a family. To my lovely teammates, dear […] ‘Until we meet again’ – Nwabali speaks after leaving Chippa United
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Kebbi govt releases N714.9m for tuition, upkeep of students abroad
N177.349 is for registration and upkeep of 28 students in Subharti and GD Goenka Universities in India... The post Kebbi govt releases N714.9m for tuition, upkeep of students abroad appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Nigeria police arrest six suspected kidnappers in Edo forest raid
Edo Police Command arrested six suspected kidnappers in Agbede Forest after a night raid, following intelligence from a rescued victim in February 2026.
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Money cannot buy happiness – Elon Musk
World’s richest man, Elon Musk, has endorsed the age-old proverb that wealth does not guarantee emotional fulfillment. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Tesla and SpaceX CEO wrote: “Whoever said The post Money cannot buy happiness – Elon Musk appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Kun Khalifat FC Protest ‘Outrageous Sanctions’, Quit NPFL
Kun Khalifat Football Club has announced its immediate withdrawal from the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), citing what it described as “outrageous and disproportionate sanctions” imposed on the club by the league’s management. The decision was announced in an official statement issued on February 3, 2026, and signed by the owner of Kun Khalifat FC, […]
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Anambra targets 2.7 million children for measles–rubella vaccination
The ongoing measles–rubella vaccination campaign in Anambra State is targeting more than 2.7 million children aged between nine months and 14 years. The post Anambra targets 2.7 million children for measles–rubella vaccination appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nenadi Usman, Darlington Nwokcha, attend INEC Consultative Meeting
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau A few days after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) finally recognised the Senator Nenadi Usman-led Labour Party (LP), the former lawmaker and the National Caretaker Committee Secretary, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, a former Senate Minority Whip, are fully participating in today’s INEC-Political Parties Consultative Meeting at the Commission’s headquarters [...]
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‘I am sorry,’ embattled UK PM tells Epstein victims
"I am sorry," an impassioned Starmer said, addressing his apology to Epstein victims who "have seen accountability delayed and too often denied to them". The post ‘I am sorry,’ embattled UK PM tells Epstein victims appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2026 Hajj: Nigerian Pilgrims Face Stringent Conditions As Saudi Arabia Outlines Visa Requirements
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a firm reminder to all participating countries regarding the critical deadlines for Hajj 2026, emphasising that February 8, 2026, remained the final date for submitting pilgrims’ data and forming groups on the Nusuk Masar registration platform. This crucial step is essential for visa issuance, with March […]
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Kwara community speaks after bandits attack, gives new details
Woro community head in Kwara says bandits attacked for 10 hours before soldiers arrived, adding that no air support was deployed and the area had been left exposed.
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ADC, PDP, NNPP knock APC, Senate over rejection of e-transmission of election results
The major opposition political parties in Nigeria, including the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, African Democratic Congress, ADC and the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, on Thursday tackled the Nigerian Senate for rejecting mandatory electronic transmission of results during elections. DAILY POST reports that the upper legislative chamber had on Wednesday turned down a proposed change […] ADC, PDP, NNPP knock APC, Senate over rejection of e-transmission of election results
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PICTORIAL: Olubadan Ladoja’s Visit To Lagos House Excites Governor Sanwo-Olu
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Royal Majesty Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Arusa 1, has met with the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during a courtesy visit to the Lagos House in Marina, Lagos, on Thursday. Taking to his verified Facebook page thereafter, an excited Governor Sanwo-Olu said the meeting with the Ibadan monarch was ‘meaningful’, and […]
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Kai Cenat visits Makoko kids, donates educational materials
Popular US-based streamer, Kai Cenat, has visited the Makoko Children School Orphanage Home, donating school supplies and spending time with the children. The 24-year-old content creator, known for his massive The post Kai Cenat visits Makoko kids, donates educational materials appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Anambra targets 2.7 million children in measles, rubella vaccination
“We cannot give our children what is harmful to them because their health is our priority... The post Anambra targets 2.7 million children in measles, rubella vaccination appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Kwara attack: Persistent killings of innocent Nigerians unacceptable, troubling – Natasha
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan condemns the recent Kwara attack, calling the persistent killings of innocent Nigerians unacceptable and deeply troubling. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-attack-persistent-killings-of-innocent-nigerians-unacceptable-troubling-natasha/
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NBA holds first NEC meeting in Maiduguri after 19 years
Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Thursday convened its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in The post NBA holds first NEC meeting in Maiduguri after 19 years appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Descendants Of Late High Chief Ojo-Seriki Mark 25th Memorial With Prayers, Charity
LAGOS  – The children and descendants of the late High Chief Hamzat Olatoye Ojo-Seriki have commemorated the 25th anniversary of his passing with a two-day memorial programme in Ota, Ogun…
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Ondo @50: Tunji-Ojo urges unity, backs Tinubu for 2027
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has called on the people of Ondo State to remain united and patriotic, while urging sustained support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consolidate The post Ondo @50: Tunji-Ojo urges unity, backs Tinubu for 2027 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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PICTORIAL: Ganduje’s Son Visits Kwankwaso In Kano
Abdul-Aziz Umar Ganduje, son of former Kano State governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on Thursday, paid a visit to the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, at the latter’s Miller Road residence in Kano. Photographs from the visit, shared on Facebook by Kwankwaso’s media aide, Saifullahi Hassan, showed Abdul-Aziz dressed in the signature […]
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NDDC, LIFE-ND partnership boosts agricultural development in Niger Delta
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in partnership with the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises–Niger Delta (LIFE-ND), has intensified efforts to drive agricultural transformation across the Niger Delta region. The post NDDC, LIFE-ND partnership boosts agricultural development in Niger Delta appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Abaribe, senators move to calm storm, insist Senate retained electronic transmission of results
Amid public outcry and confusion over the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill passed by the Senate on Wednesday, ranking senators led by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe on Thursday moved to set the The post Abaribe, senators move to calm storm, insist Senate retained electronic transmission of results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Spain, Portugal face floods and chaos after deadly new storm
Spanish rescuers on Thursday desperately searched for a woman missing after a new storm hit the Iberian peninsula while Portugal warned of a heightened flood risk after several months' worth of rain fell in a few hours. The post Spain, Portugal face floods and chaos after deadly new storm appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Edo APC demands N150m debt repayment from ex-national chairman, Oyegun
“Our records also reveal accumulated membership dues which the ADC National Leader refused to pay into the party’s The post Edo APC demands N150m debt repayment from ex-national chairman, Oyegun appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Kwankwaso Visits Singa Market, Draws Massive Youth Crowd In Kano
KANO – In an apparent display of street-level popularity, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, on Thursday visited Singa Market in Kano,…
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Northern CAN hails safe return of abducted Kaduna worshippers
Northern CAN expresses joy over the safe release of abducted Kaduna worshippers, commending Governor Uba Sani and security agencies for their roles. Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-can-hails-safe-return-of-abducted-kaduna-worshippers/
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Taraba: City Boys movement draws support for Kefas
The Seyi Tinubu City Boy Movement in Taraba State has thrown its weight in support of Governor Agbu Kefas for joining the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the development as The post Taraba: City Boys movement draws support for Kefas appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Lady releases video as she encounters snake in her compound days after Ifunanya's death
A lady has shared her encounter with a snake some days after Ifunanya was killed after being bitten by a snake. She shared a video of the reptile.
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LNRBDA restates commitment to crash food prices 
"We want to have multiple-season farming in a year so that there wouldn't be a need for a dry or rainy season... The post LNRBDA restates commitment to crash food prices  appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Rivers federal varsity warns against sex-for-grades, extortion
Rivers’ new Federal University of Environment and Technology warns staff against sex-for-grades, extortion, and other misconduct during its maiden matricul Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-federal-varsity-warns-against-sex-for-grades-extortion/
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Transcorp, DMO, MTN Nigeria win big at NGX awards
Transcorp, DMO, and MTN Nigeria were top winners at the 2025 NGX awards, which honor excellence and performance in Nigeria’s capital markets. Read More: https://punchng.com/transcorp-dmo-mtn-nigeria-win-big-at-ngx-awards/
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Raffaele Palladino sends message to Ademola Lookman after joining Atletico Madrid
Raffaele Palladino praises Ademola Lookman following his transfer from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid, reflecting on his impactful time at the Bergamo club.
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Three Killed As Truck Runs Into Commuters At Ota Tollgate
LAGOS  – A fatal road traffic accident occurred on Tuesday night at the Ota Tollgate along the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway, resulting in the death of three commuters. The crash, which happened…
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Man Posts Clip of New Song Nanyah Recorded in Studio 3 Days Before She Died From Snakebite
A man, who said he was with Nanyah in the studio 3 days before she died, posted a clip of the song she recorded. He also opened up about her unreleased songs.
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Breaking: Drama as former Nigerian Export-Import bank boss jailed 490 years, see photo
The former boss of Nigeria’s Export-Import Bank, Robert Orya, has been sentenced to 490 years in prison following a high-profile corruption conviction.
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NFF opens talks with Eric Chelle over contract extension
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to open discussions with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle regarding a possible extension of his contract. The post NFF opens talks with Eric Chelle over contract extension appeared first on Vanguard News.
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