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Why top Nollywood stars were banned – Omotola Jalade Ekeinde ​
Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has opened up about the ban imposed on her and several top actors by movie marketers back in 2005.
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‘We don’t need to be best friends’ – Omotola speaks on alleged feud with Genevieve
Famous Nigerian actress, Omotola Jalade, has addressed the alleged feud with her colleague, Genevieve Nnaji.
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MTN FA Cup: Defending champions Kotoko knocked out by Aduana 
The Porcupine Warriors suffered a penalty shootout defeat to the Dormaa-based side at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, losing 4-2 after a goalless draw in regular time.
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Fayemi, global brand at 61
By Segun Dipe TURNING 61 is a milestone that can evoke a mix of emotions. For persons who are career-restless, it marks the beginning of a new chapter, filled with opportunities for growth, reflection, and giving back. It’s such a time to leverage experience, expertise, and networks to make a lasting impact. As Deborah Baker, […] The post Fayemi, global brand at 61 appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Why I no longer go clubbing – Davido
Singer David Adeleke, aka Davido, has revealed that his priorities have evolved following his marriage to long-term partner Chioma Adeleke.
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Okpebholo’s retreat for political appointees to close gap in governance –Esekhaigbe
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE recently concluded retreat for some political appointees by Governor Monday Okpebholo held in Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area has been described as an initiative designed to close critical gaps in governance and strengthen service delivery across the state. Speaking to journalists on the initiative, a resource person […] The post Okpebholo’s retreat for political appointees to close gap in governance –Esekhaigbe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Petroleum producer advocates coordinated action to build self-sustaining energy industry
The Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG), Mr. Adegbite Falade, has called for bold, coordinated action to build a resilient and self-sustaining energy industry capable of delivering long-term national prosperity. Delivering his maiden address at the opening of the 2026 Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), Mr Falade emphasized the need for strategic reforms, […] The post Petroleum producer advocates coordinated action to build self-sustaining energy industry appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Remembering Murtala Muhammad Five Decades After
Murtala Muhammed is remembered as a national hero whose life was cut short, yet he left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s developmental strides. Let me continue with the golden words of Gen. Muhammed’s amiable daughter, Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode. In a recent interview, Aisha eloquently posited: “My father’s simplicity led to his assassination”. Reflecting On Another Year […]
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NNPCL’s $1.5bn refinery failure proves my privatisation call right — Atiku
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has said the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s admission that the $1.5bn rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt Refinery was a waste of scarce resources validates his long-standing call for the privatisation of Nigeria’s state-owned refineries. The post NNPCL’s $1.5bn refinery failure proves my privatisation call right — Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.
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S Korean crypto firm accidentally pays out $40bn in bitcoin
A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange accidentally gave away more than $40bn (£32bn) worth of bitcoin to customers, briefly making them multi-millionaires.
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Washington Post chief executive steps down after mass lay-offs
The chief executive of the Washington Post is stepping down, the newspaper has announced, days after overseeing mass lay-offs.
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Tinubu receives US military delegation at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu has received a delegation from the United States led by the Commander of the United States Africa Command The post Tinubu receives US military delegation at Aso Rock appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Man Makes Wild Allegation About People Who Attended NSPPD Prayer conference
Man Makes Wild Allegation About People Who Attended NSPPD Prayer conference Man Makes Wild Allegation About People Who Attended NSPPD Prayer conference
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South East youth leaders hail end of Monday sit-at-home
“For too long, the enforced sit-at-home every Monday has crippled the economic, educational, and social life of our region,” the statement read
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Iranian Nobel laureate handed further prison sentence, lawyer says
Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been handed additional prison sentences totalling seven and a half years by an Iranian court, her lawyer has said.
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PHOTOS: Tinubu Meets AFRICOM Commander, US Charge D’Affairs
Although details of the discussions were not disclosed, the meeting comes amid strengthening security cooperation between Nigeria and the United States. The post PHOTOS: Tinubu Meets AFRICOM Commander, US Charge D’Affairs appeared first on Channels Television.
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Why Manchester City's third goal was cancelled and Dominik Szoboszlai red carded, video
Liverpool suffered a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, with Dominik Szoboszlai sent off late in the match and a late goal disallowed after VAR intervention.
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U20 WWCQ: South Africa come from behind to draw against Black Princesses in Accra
The game, played at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, ended 2-2 with the South Africans being the happier side. 
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Why Prince William’s Saudi Arabia visit is a diplomatic maze
These are the words of a royal source when asked whether Prince William had shown any resistance to the UK government's request that he visit Saudi Arabia.
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EndSARS: Omotola Jalade shares what happened to her children during 2020 nationwide protest
Nollywood veteran actress Omotola Jalade shares what her children faced during the EndSARS protest and how it changed her approach to social advocacy.
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BoI gets CBN nod to launch non-interest banking window
According to him, it positions the bank to further advance Nigeria’s sustainable and inclusive industrial development through tailored financial solutions for underserved and high-impact business segments.
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France murder trial complicated by twin brothers with same DNA
Two identical twins on trial for murder in France have confounded attempts to determine which one pulled the trigger because they have the same DNA, French media report.
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Itodo: Why Politicians Fear Real-time Transmission Of Election Results
The Executive Director of YIAGA Africa, Mr. Samson Itodo, has said the reluctance of Nigeria’s political class to adopt compulsory electronic transmission of election results was largely driven by fear of the transparency and accountability it brings to the electoral process. Itodo made the remarks amid growing controversy following the Senate’s passage of the Electoral […]
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NNPCL’s $1.5bn Refinery Failure Validates My Call For Privatisation — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) admission that the $1.5bn rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt Refinery was a waste of scarce resources validated his long-standing call for the privatisation of state-owned refineries. Atiku made the assertion in a statement shared on his X handle on Sunday, […]
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JUST-IN: Tinubu Meets AFRICOM Chief As Security Talks Deepen
President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, received the Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Dagvin Anderson, at the State House, Abuja. The meeting was attended by Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the nation’s service chiefs, members of the AFRICOM delegation, and the Charge d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Nigeria, Keith […]
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PM’s chief aide McSweeney quits over Mandelson row
Morgan McSweeney has resigned as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff after mounting scrutiny of his role in Lord Mandelson's appointment as the UK's ambassador to the US.
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Real Madrid keep pressure on Barca with tight win at Valencia
Alvaro Carreras and Kylian Mbappe's goals earned Real Madrid a battling 2-0 win at Valencia on Sunday to close the gap to La Liga leaders Barcelona to one point. The post Real Madrid keep pressure on Barca with tight win at Valencia appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Pep Guardiola speaks about Arsenal after Manchester City’s win over Liverpool
Pep Guardiola praises Manchester City's comeback win over Liverpool at Anfield, closing the gap to Arsenal in the title race to six points as the season intensifies.
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Court remands four over alleged murder in Osun community
The suspects were also accused of setting fire to the Ido-Ayegunle Community Hall and unlawfully possessing a locally made single-barrel gun and a live cartridge. The post Court remands four over alleged murder in Osun community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Real Madrid sink Valencia as Mbappé strikes in stoppage time
Deep into stoppage time, Kylian Mbappé sealed the victory in the 91st minute, latching onto a superb through pass and drilling a composed shot inside the right post to make it 2–0.
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US AFRICOM chief meets Tinubu and military leaders, details emerge
AFRICOM's General Dagvin Anderson met President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja, discussing vital security matters with Nigerian service chiefs and U.S. officials.
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Osimhen nets 12th league goal in Galatasaray win
For Osimhen, it was another evening that reinforced his growing legacy in Turkey The post Osimhen nets 12th league goal in Galatasaray win appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Electoral Act: Okonkwo Faults Akpabio, Calls For His Removal
The Electoral Act amendment bill passed the third reading at the Senate last week. The post Electoral Act: Okonkwo Faults Akpabio, Calls For His Removal appeared first on Channels Television.
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Kano accident: FRSC confirms seven dead
The Kano State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has confirmed no fewer than seven persons dead in a fatal accident along the Kano-Hadejia road. The post Kano accident: FRSC confirms seven dead appeared first on Vanguard News.
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‘$1.5bn down the drain’: Atiku calls for privatisation of refineries
“It is instructive that the Tinubu administration has finally come to terms with an inevitable truth: pouring public funds into moribund refineries is economically indefensible,” Atiku said.
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PANDEF Felicitates Tonlagha At 50, Describes Life As Testament Of God’s Grace
Wilson Macaulay The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has extended a warm congratulatory message to the Chief Executive Officer of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, Chief Matthew Tonlagha, as he marks…
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