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Troops Crush Multiple ISWAP Attacks In Borno, Recover Heavy Ammunition
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have once again demonstrated resilience and battlefield dominance by decisively foiling coordinated Islamic State West Africa Province ( ISWAP ) attacks on Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) Mayanti, Gajigana and Gajiram, in Nganzai local government area of Borno State, while intensifying offensive operations across […]
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Twins Tourism Mourns Passing Of Adegbodu Taiwo
With heavy hearts and in total submission to the will of Almighty God, Amb. Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye have mourned the painful passing of Adegbodu Taiwo, a brother, friend, pillar,…
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Breaking: Popular APC governor's appointees resign from cabinet, details emerge
The Commissioner for Water Resources, Washington Osifo, resigns alongside key political appointees as Governor Okpebholo directs resignations for upcoming elections.
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BREAKING: Dangote Refinery increases petrol price by N75
Dangote Refinery has increased its Premium Motor Spirit gantry price. The 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery increased its petrol price to N874 per liter, up from N799. This means that the African’s largest refinery adjusted its petrol price by N75 per liter on Monday. The spokesperson of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Chinedu Ukadike, confirmed Dangote […] BREAKING: Dangote Refinery increases petrol price by N75
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PDP Denies Conducting Congresses, Blames Expelled Members For Misinformation
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has refuted widespread claims that it is conducting congresses in parts of the country, describing the reports as false, misleading, and the handiwork of expelled members working with the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued by its National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, the party warned its members and […]
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PDP Not Conducting Congresses, Can’t Surrender Party To APC Stooge – Turaki
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has notified the general public and its members that the party is not conducting congresses in any part of the country. PDP, which warned that…
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University of Ibadan Engineering Student Who Led Campus Fellowship Bags First Class, Breaks Record
A young Nigerian man went viral as he celebrated the completion of his engineering studies at the University of Ibadan. He shared how he broke record.
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Civil Defence Commandant Tasks Personnel On Rededication To Duty
The Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Enugu State Command, Dr Elijah Willie, has tasked officers and men of the Corps on rededication to duty and professionalism. The commandant gave the task on Monday during NSCDC Enugu State Command commemoration of the World Civil Defence Day 2026; with the theme: “Managing Environmental Risks […]
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DSS Arrests Suspect Over Attack On Peter Obi, Others In Edo
Governor Monday Okpebholo and the African Democratic Congress condemned the attack which occurred on February 24, shortly after Obi and some ADC chieftains returned from the party's secretariat in Benin City. The post DSS Arrests Suspect Over Attack On Peter Obi, Others In Edo appeared first on Channels Television.
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When God says yes, but reality says no (2), By Ayo Akerele
The Carriers of Glory Adoniram Judson traveled to the nation of Burma as a missionary. At the time, Burma was a predominantly Muslim region. Shortly after his arrival, he was arrested by the Burmese authorities under allegations of espionage, charges he vehemently denied but which nonetheless led to his confinement in one of the most […] The post When God says yes, but reality says no (2), By Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Mbappe to undergo knee injury assessment, no surgery planned
Kylian Mbappe joined Real Madrid on a free transfer in June 2024 after his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expired. The post Mbappe to undergo knee injury assessment, no surgery planned appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Okpebholo joins Edo Youths in protest over blackouts, billing disputes
Governor Okpebholo, who was reportedly passing by, stopped to address the gathering and expressed solidarity with the protesters.
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ICPC gives full details of documents, other items recovered from El-Rufai’s home
A detailed Device Documentation Form was completed for all electronic devices, recording serial numbers, types, storage details, and accessories. The post ICPC gives full details of documents, other items recovered from El-Rufai’s home appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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War: ‘Clear violation of international law’ – Turkey condemns attack on Iran
President Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey has faulted the US and Israeli attacks on Iran. Erdogan said this on Monday, at a Ramadan fast-breaking dinner in Ankara, the nation’s capital city, describing the attack as a clear violation of international law. He stated that Turkey shared ‌the pain of the Iranian people amid the widening war […] War: ‘Clear violation of international law’ – Turkey condemns attack on Iran
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Tunji Disu becomes acting IGP: Will he rebuild public trust in police?
Good governance advocate Kalu Okoronkwo writes on Tunji Disu’s appointment as acting IGP and whether meaningful police reform can succeed in Nigeria’s Force.
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Govs back Tinubu on direct oil revenue remittance to Fed Account
Thirty-six state governors under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors ' Forum, NGF, have thrown their weight behind President Bola Tinubu's reforms, requiring oil and gas revenue entitlements to be remitted directly into the Federation Account. The post Govs back Tinubu on direct oil revenue remittance to Fed Account appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Oyebanji, Fayose rally Ekiti for Tinubu as APC gains PDP defectors
Ekiti Governor Oyebanji and ex-governor Fayose rally support for President Tinubu’s reelection, as PDP members defect to APC. See the latest in Ekiti polit Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebanji-fayose-rally-ekiti-for-tinubu-as-apc-gains-pdp-defectors/
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Free data for learning: Nigeria’s most urgent digital bet, By Idris Olorunnimbe
This conversation did not start here… I remember a session we held during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s journey to Aso Villa, where he spoke with obvious pride about the free WAEC and NECO policy he had implemented in Lagos, and then shared his vision for student loans: access to tertiary education should not depend on […] The post Free data for learning: Nigeria’s most urgent digital bet, By Idris Olorunnimbe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Okpebholo To Turn Ramat Park Into Tourist Attraction
Governor Monday Okpebholo on Monday unveiled plans to transform Ramat Park in Benin City into a major tourist attraction, as he inspected ongoing projects in Edo South Senatorial District. The…
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Mbah Our last Option For Women Inclusion — Enugu Women
Women groups under the auspices of Women Gather have declared that Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, is their last hope for women inclusion in politics in the state. Coordinator of the group, Ambassador Onyi Mamah, stated this while briefing journalists yesterday in Enugu. She noted that recently they had an engagement with the governor during […]
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Dangote Refinery jacks ex-Depot Price of Petrol to N875 triggered by U.S.-Iran War
The move follows the refinery's immediate suspension of petrol loading operations at midnight on March 2, after international crude prices surged past the $80 per barrel mark overnight. Diesel loading continued unaffected.
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APC Chieftain Hails South-South ADC Endorsement Of Amaechi
A chieftian of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has applauded the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the South-South geopolitical zone for endorsing the candidature of former minister of transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Describing the endorsement as a welcome presage of victory […]
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Kaizer Chiefs interested in signing Stanley Nwabali after leaving Chippa United
Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly interested in Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali less than a month after leaving Chippa United.
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FCTA to commence compliance enforcement on land use, ground rent
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has stated it will start enforcing compliance on residents who contravene land use and those defaulting with regard to ground rent as well. This was part of the decisions taken at the FCT Executive Committee meeting on Monday, chaired by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, at his official residence in […] FCTA to commence compliance enforcement on land use, ground rent
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Why I stopped going to church – Skit maker, Caterefe
Popular streamer Caterefe has revealed that skit maker Sidney Talker influenced his decision to stop going to church. Appearing in a recent episode of The Honest Bunch Podcast, Caterefe explained that he used to be a consistent churchgoer until Sidney, whom he was looking up to as a dedicated Christian gave him some advice that […] Why I stopped going to church – Skit maker, Caterefe
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Sports Commission Boss Commends AFN, As 412 Athletes Storm Benin For Golden League Season Opener
Amadin Desmond Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, has praised the leadership of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), headed by Chief Tonobok Okowa, for selecting Benin…
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Petrol, crude oil, gas prices go up as Middle East tensions escalate
Global energy prices rose sharply on Monday after military strikes in the Middle East disrupted oil and gas facilities and heightened concerns over supplies.
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No Plan To Move Against Kano Deputy Gov. – Assembly Majority Leader
The Kano State House of Assembly has said it has no immediate plan to take action against the deputy governor of Kano State, Comrade Abdulsalam Aminu Gwarzo, despite his decision to remain in the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) following Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Majority Leader of […]
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Alia, Akume’s Camps Head For Parallel State APC Congress
Two camps of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State controlled by governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume have set to conduct parallel state congress that would produce new excos tomorrow Tuesday. Governor Hyacinth Alia’s camp led by Chief Ben Omale as the APC state chairman, while […]
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Nigerians Face Higher Petrol Prices as Iran–US Tensions Lift Brent To $82pb
Nigerians may soon contend with higher petrol prices as escalating hostilities between Iran and the United States rattled global oil markets, pushing Brent Crude — Nigeria’s pricing benchmark — above…
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EPL: ‘What a brain’ – Gary Lineker names Player of the Season
Former Barcelona star, Gary Lineker has named Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes as his Player of the Season. Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Lineker praised the Portuguese midfielder for his exceptional intelligence on the pitch of play. His comments come in the wake of Fernandes’ standout performance that contributed to Man United’s 2-1 […] EPL: ‘What a brain’ – Gary Lineker names Player of the Season
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Iran strikes: US issues security alert to citizens in Nigeria
In the wake of the attacks, President Donald Trump stated that Iran’s leadership had agreed to return to negotiations with the United States after the bombardments of multiple Iranian cities. The post Iran strikes: US issues security alert to citizens in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Man dies in hotel fire after allegedly lodging with commercial sex worker
Tragedy struck at Lafia Hotel in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Thursday night as a man died in a fire that engulfed an apartment used for short-term lets. The incident occurred around 11:38 pm at the hotel located along Coca-Cola Road. The victim, who remains unidentified, was reportedly burnt beyond recognition. Investigations suggest that the man [...]
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Turaki PDP faction denies planned congresses, cites false reports
A PDP faction led by Kabiru Turaki denies reports of planned party congresses, calling them false information spread by expelled members aligned with the A Read More: https://punchng.com/turaki-pdp-faction-denies-planned-congresses-cites-false-reports/
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2027: Zone ADC presidency to South – Obidient Movement
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Regional Colligate Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, South-South, Onochie Osheokwu, has urged the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to zone its presidential ticket to the South. Osheokwu made this call on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST. His remark is coming as […] 2027: Zone ADC presidency to South – Obidient Movement
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"Imade's custody battle": Davido hits with massive lawsuit amid court drama
Bella Chukwu files a N1bn lawsuit against Davido for defamation and harassment amid custody battle, citing threats and a demand for public apology.
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