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We don’t trust Obi, he may dump ADC if he doesn’t get the presidential ticket – Group
SELF accused  Obi of blackmailing the ADC while calling on him to respect the rules of the game if he wants to participate in a democratic contest.
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Atiku is obsessed with becoming president, says Wike’s aide
Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Public Communications to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, believes that the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, is obsessed with becoming the president. Olayinka said this during an interview on The post Atiku is obsessed with becoming president, says Wike’s aide appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Barack, Michelle Obama deny rumoured divorce
Former US President Barack Obama and wife Michelle have addressed the rumours surrounding their marriage. In a recent episode of Craig Robinson’s podcast “IMO”, the couple jokingly dismissed speculation about The post Barack, Michelle Obama deny rumoured divorce appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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ITFA Trains Over 50 MSMEs In Northeast For Global Market Access
The International Trade Facilitators Association (ITFA), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has trained over 50 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Northeast zone on right structures, knowledge, and frameworks to align with financing and international standards to enable them scale their businesses and access global markets. The training under […]
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Stop Threatening Coalition, South-South Emerging Leaders Warn Peter Obi
A group on the platform of South-South Emerging Leaders’ Forum (SELF) has cautioned former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, to stop threatening the recently formed Coalition under the platform of African Democratic Congress (ADC). The Forum also alleged that it has reliable information that Peter Obi will eventually dump the Coalition […]
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From 1994 to today: Esangbedo’s First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes captures Nigeria’s World Cup journey
The May 2025 release arrives at a time of growing national concern, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an uphill task in their bid to qualify for the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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Liverpool Open Talks With Eintracht Frankfurt Over Hugo Ekitike Transfer
Liverpool have opened talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over a potential move for striker Hugo Ekitike. The Reds are looking to refashion their forward line this summer with Ekitike and Newcastle…
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17 in custody as Amotekun intensifies security efforts in Ondo
The Ondo State chapter of the Western Nigeria Security Network, Amotekun Corps, says it foiled five kidnap attempts across the state within a two-week period. The State Commander of the corps, Chief Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Wednesday in Akure The post 17 in custody as Amotekun intensifies security efforts in Ondo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Dele Momodu Dumps PDP For ADC
Publisher of Ovation Magazine and veteran journalist, Dele Momodu, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and declared his allegiance to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu’s resignation was conveyed in a letter dated July 17, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP Ward 4, Ihievbe, in Owan East local government area […]
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Port Harcourt Varsity Honours Gov Fintiri
The University of Port Harcourt in Rivers State has announced it will confer an honourary Doctor of Science in Public Administration on the governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. The recognition, according to the university, celebrates Governor Fintiri’s exceptional contributions to leadership and public service in Nigeria. In a formal communication conveying the Senate’s […]
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Lawyer Faults Publication Linking Nnamdi Kanu With Propaganda
ABUJA – A human rights lawyer, Barrister Christopher Chidera, has described the article published by a leading online platform against the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu,…
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Police Nab Man For N1.5m Bribery In Kidnap Case
Operatives of the Nigeria Police, FCT Command, have arrested one Yahaya Saleh, a 40-year-old man, for attempting to bribe police investigators with the sum of N1,500,000 in a desperate bid to secure the release of a kidnap suspect under investigation. The arrest was made following a discreet operation by officers of the command’s “Scorpion Squad”, […]
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Buhari’s Demise Major Loss To African Continent – Shettima
Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is personally pained by the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari. He described Buhari’s passing as a major loss not only to his family, the people of Daura, or the people of Katsina State but also to the nation and the entire African continent. […]
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Adekunle Gold rewards first-class students
Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold has credited multiple first-class students from various universities with N250,000 each. This gesture came after he invited students to share their transcripts on X, sparking a The post Adekunle Gold rewards first-class students appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Swatch Profits Plunge Over Weak China Sales
Net sales fell 11.2 per cent to 3.1 billion Swiss francs ($3.8 billion), while net profit plunged 88 per cent to 17 million francs. The post Swatch Profits Plunge Over Weak China Sales appeared first on Channels Television.
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PDP deeply rooted despite defections, says Lawmaker
According to him, the party remains a strong opposition because it has roots and structures all over the country...
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NAF Attains 72% In Aircraft Servicing, Says CAS
Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has revealed that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has attained 72 percent aircraft serviceability, with a target of 90 percent across all platforms by December 2025. He said significant investments have been made to ensure all operable aircraft in the NAF inventory are serviceable by the […]
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Plateau communities will not surrender to attackers – Mutfwang
Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has vowed that no Plateau community will surrender to assailants. The Governor spoke during a sympathy visit to scene of attacks in Riyom community where 27 The post Plateau communities will not surrender to attackers – Mutfwang appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Cincinnati Beat Inter Miami 3-0
Lionel Messi’s Major League Soccer-record streak of multi-goal games ended at five on Wednesday as his Inter Miami squad was blanked 3-0 at FC Cincinnati. The 38-year-old Argentine star forward…
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Arewa Youth Group Urges Tinubu To Probe, Remove NMDPRA Boss
LAGOS – The Arewa Youths Forum for Equity and Transparency (AYFET) has declared that it is no longer morally defensible for Engr. Farouk Ahmed, Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian…
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N100m Grant: Akwa Ibom LG Chair Warns Fraudsters
Chairman of Uyo local government area of Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo, has threatened decisive action against suspected fraudsters plotting to extort beneficiaries of the N100 million business intervention funds. The chairman voted the fund for the empowerment of business owners of Uyo origin to cushion the effects of the harsh socioeconomic challenges facing […]
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Jadon Sancho’s Agent ‘Holds Juventus Talks In Turin
Jadon Sancho’s agent has reportedly arrived in Turin as he attempts to break a deadlock between Man United and Juventus over the winger’s transfer. Sancho is one of a five-man…
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Rivers Needs More Professionals In Politics – Princewill
A former governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Rivers State, Prince Tonye Princewill, has said more professionals and community leaders should be involved in the state’s politics He said the involvement of professionals and community leaders, as well as youths, will help shape policies and hold elected officials accountable. Princewill, a businessman and […]
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TikTok Hit By Fresh Complaint Over Data Access
TikTok has been in the crosshairs of Western governments for years over fears that personal data could be used by China for espionage or propaganda purposes. The post TikTok Hit By Fresh Complaint Over Data Access appeared first on Channels Television.
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2027: Attempts To Separate Tinubu And Shettima Will Fail, Group Warns Detractors
LAGOS – The Northern Vanguard (NV), a political advocacy group based in Abuja, has issued a stern warning to what it described as “desperate elements” attempting to disrupt the growing…
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Buhari’s Death, Great Loss For Nigeria – APC South West
All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South West has described the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari as a great loss for Nigeria. The party’s zonal publicity secretary, Mr Ayo Afolabi, said in a statement yesterday in Ibadan that Buhari was one of Nigeria’s finest leaders who stood for integrity and true service to the […]
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LASG Deepens Reforms In Health Sector
Lagos State Ministry of Health, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp) Coordination Office, on Wednesday, flagged off a four-day capacity development workshop for health leaders and managers to strengthen health sector coordination and planning. The workshop is part of the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII), themed […]
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Retiree Petitions IGP Over Police Harassment, Occupation Of His House
A Lagos-based retiree and property owner, Engr Olufemi Fasehun, has formally petitioned the inspector-general of police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over the illegal occupation and professional misconduct by officers of the Nigeria Police Force attached to Zone 2 Command, Onikan. Speaking to newsmen in Lagos, Fasehun accused the officers of criminal trespass, unlawful arrest, and closure […]
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Make Every Moment Of Your Life Count, Oyebanji Urges Youths
Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has urged the youth of the state and Nigeria at large to make every minute of their lives count by living purposefully and intentionally. The governor spoke in Ado-Ekiti during a special plenary session of the Ekiti State Youth Parliament, held at the Ekiti State House of Assembly […]
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Sanwo-Olu Hails LASU Alumnae For Emerging Best Graduating Female Student
Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has applauded an alumnae of Lagos State University (LASU), Maryam Lawal, for emerging as both the Best Graduating Female Student and the Second Overall Best Graduating Student at the Nigerian Law School’s prestigious call to the Bar ceremony held in Abuja last week. Sanwo-Olu, the visitor of Lagos State […]
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ADC Rejects Coalition Coordinators In Ondo
Ondo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected a coalition of political interests’ appointment of Prof. Bode Ayorinde as the state coordinator and 18 others as local government coordinators, declaring the move unconstitutional and null. The party’s publicity secretary in the state, Eniola Olurotimi, disclosed said the current executive committee, led by […]
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At least 60 dead in Iraq shopping centre fire
Tribune Online At least 60 dead in Iraq shopping centre fire "The tragic fire claimed the lives of 61 innocent citizens, most of whom suffocated in bathrooms, and among them 14 charred bodies yet to be identified.... At least 60 dead in Iraq shopping centre fire Tribune Online
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Again, NRC suspends Warri-Itakpe train services
Tribune Online Again, NRC suspends Warri-Itakpe train services "This suspension is necessary to allow our engineering team to urgently address and resolve the issues. Please be assured that efforts are ongoing.... Again, NRC suspends Warri-Itakpe train services Tribune Online
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FG halts paramilitary recruitment portal, sets July 21 for reopening
The Federal Government has temporarily suspended recruitment into key paramilitary agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), citing the need to enhance system efficiency. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, the Board’s Secretary, Maj. Gen. AM Jibril (retd.), announced that the recruitment portal would remain inactive until Monday, [...]
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Big Wins, Bigger Responsibilities: How betPawa plans to support players
Following the historic ₦1.6 billion Aviator payout to players across Africa, betPawa has introduced a Financial Empowerment Program designed to help its BIG Winners manage their newfound wealth responsibly and sustainably.
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Corps member killed in Gwagwalada by hoodlums
A serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Shuaibu Adamu, has been allegedly killed with a hammer by hoodlums in Gwagwalada Area Council of the FCT. The incident was reported to have happened on Sunday night at about 8pm behind AA Rano filling station, located along the Abuja-Lokoja highway. The deceased, who was riding on [...]
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