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VIDEO: Doctor told me to get pregnant for another man — Nkubi’s Wife
Nkubi’s wife recounts a shocking experience where a doctor advised her to get pregnant by another man instead of her husband, who has dwarfism. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-doctor-told-me-to-get-pregnant-for-another-man-nkubis-wife/
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EFCC witness clears Yahaya Bello, links LGAs funds to contracts and supplies
Egoro told the court that over ₦109 million traced to various local government accounts was applied to the purchase of agrochemicals, medical consumables, sports materials and relief supplies. The post EFCC witness clears Yahaya Bello, links LGAs funds to contracts and supplies appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Oyo police nab three over abduction, recover guns
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers over the abduction of a 25-year-old woman in the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Ibadan. According to the statement, the suspects were apprehended following actionable intelligence and a coordinated operation involving other security [...]
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UBA to Revamp Agency, Merchant Banking with Improved Features, More Value on RedPay Terminals
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc  has launched a new Aggregator Sales Structure for its RedPay POS and Agency Banking Network, as part of efforts targeted towards the advancement of its mission to deepen relationship with its network and most importantly, expand financial inclusion across Nigeria. The newly launched multi benefit structure [...]
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Transfer: Galatasaray ready to sell Osimhen to Barcelona for €80million
Galatasaray have slapped an €80 million release clause on Victor Osimhen amid interest from Barcelona. Osimhen is one of the top strikers in Europe and is a man in demand. The Super Eagles talisman has scored 15 goals and provided one assist in 21 appearances across all competitions. Also, Osimhen has netted six times in […] Transfer: Galatasaray ready to sell Osimhen to Barcelona for €80million
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64% Of Inmates Await Trial As NCoS Calls For Urgent Reforms
Torkwase Nyiekaa The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed that 64 per cent of the country’s prison population are awaiting trial, highlighting chronic congestion and pressure on correctional facilities nationwide.…
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Gov AbdulRazaq mourns slain forest guard
Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara has expressed sadness over the death of a forest guard, Mr Omotosho Samuel, who was killed during an encounter with suspected kidnappers in Koro community, The post Gov AbdulRazaq mourns slain forest guard appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Fire razes APC women leader’s home, two hospitalised
A fire outbreak on Tuesday night destroyed parts of the residence of the All Progressives Congress Zonal Woman Leader, Hajiya Fatima Mairiga, in the Don Etiebet area of Damaturu, Yobe State, leaving two persons injured and property worth millions of naira damaged. The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency said it received a distress call about [...]
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US Congress: Kwankwaso caught in web of international hypocrisy, blackmail – NNPP
The New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has said it received with shock reports that the Congress of the United States of America is considering a bill titled The Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act, 2026 (H.R. 7457), in which the national leader of the party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, was named as the sole individual, alongside the […] US Congress: Kwankwaso caught in web of international hypocrisy, blackmail – NNPP
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UK being ‘colonised by immigrants’ – Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who moved to tax-free Monaco in 2020, has claimed that the UK is being “colonised” by immigrants, while criticising welfare spending and the state of the British economy. The post UK being ‘colonised by immigrants’ – Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Jesam Michael: EFCC rejects claims of prosecutor exit under pressure
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports that one of its prosecutors withdrew from a major fraud case because of pressure to compromise the trial, describing the claim as false and insisting there was no interference. The post Jesam Michael: EFCC rejects claims of prosecutor exit under pressure appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fire guts APC woman leader’s house in Yobe, two injured
A fire in Yobe gutted the residence of an APC Zonal Woman Leader, injuring two people. The state emergency agency responded swiftly to control the blaze. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-apc-woman-leaders-house-in-yobe-two-injured/
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Why Akpabio must read the room and the mood, By Zainab Suleiman Okino
…we see a Senate President who appears to be working for himself and the President, but definitely not for the citizens. The attempt to tinker with the Electoral Act’s provisions on real-time result transmission is the final straw. Nigerians haven’t forgotten the “glitch” of 2023 that cast a long, dark shadow over the presidential election. […] The post Why Akpabio must read the room and the mood, By Zainab Suleiman Okino appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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I could be arrested anytime — El-Rufai cries out
His remarks come days after he disclosed that he is not a close friend of President Tinubu, despite supporting him during the 2023 presidential election. The post I could be arrested anytime — El-Rufai cries out appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Ecobank Nigeria launches new Business App for SMEs
Ecobank Nigeria has launched the Ecobank Business App, a new digital banking platform designed to strengthen the growth and sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria.
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El-Rufai: I’m on my way back to Nigeria
When Mr Tinubu assumed office as president, he nominated Mr El-Rufai to become a minister. The post El-Rufai: I’m on my way back to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Oyo, AfCFTA secretariat meet in Ghana to deepen trade collaboration
The Oyo State Government has held high-level talks with the leadership of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat in Accra, Ghana, as part of efforts to advance collaborative initiatives and commence full implementation of the state’s AfCFTA Strategy. The post Oyo, AfCFTA secretariat meet in Ghana to deepen trade collaboration appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Kalu backs e-transmission, debunks old video
Abia North Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Tuesday reaffirmed his strong backing for the electronic transmission of election results, while expressing disappointment over the circulation of a five-year-old video misrepresenting his stance. The post Kalu backs e-transmission, debunks old video appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police arrest suspected kidnappers, recover firearms in Oyo
"The Oyo State Police Command reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property... The post Police arrest suspected kidnappers, recover firearms in Oyo appeared first on Tribune Online.
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I don’t make “regular” movies – Kunle Afolayan
Nigerian award-winning filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has stirred conversations online after stating that his movies are made for “intellectuals.”
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Oyo Govt, AfCFTA Meet, Discuss Collaborative Initiatives
Oyo State Government has met with the leadership of the African Continental Free Trade Area in Ghana to discuss collaborative initiatives as the state begins the full implementation of the…
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Appeal Court to hear appeals on PDP convention
The appeals arose from multiple court rulings on the legality of the PDP's convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, last year. The post Appeal Court to hear appeals on PDP convention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: Groups Hail Sule For Supporting Zoning
Michael David Group under the aegis of Sen. Ahmed Wadada supporting groups for 2027 gubernatorial aspiration of have praised Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa state for backing the zoning policy…
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Banking, Insurance stock power NGX to 0.78% gain
The steady climb underscores continued investor confidence amid selective accumulation of fundamentally strong stocks.... The post Banking, Insurance stock power NGX to 0.78% gain appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Mass shooting leaves 10 dead at Canadian school
Two victims were airlifted to the hospital with serious or life-threatening injuries, while a third person died while being transported to the hospital. The post Mass shooting leaves 10 dead at Canadian school appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Adedeji: Technology key to success of Nigeria’s new tax laws
The Executive Chairman of the Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has said that technology will play a major role in making Nigeria’s new tax laws work effectively. Adedeji The post Adedeji: Technology key to success of Nigeria’s new tax laws appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NEHCAF decries meagre N36m release from N218bn health allocation
The North East Health Awareness Forum (NEHCAF) has decried the paltry release of N36 million out of the N218 billion capital allocation earmarked for Nigeria’s federal health sector, representing less than 0.02 per cent of the approved funds. NEHCAF raises concern over the discrepancy, saying it underscores the urgent need for a thorough investigation into […] NEHCAF decries meagre N36m release from N218bn health allocation
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MWUN Commends Nigeria’s Feat On IMO Council Gains
The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN) under the leadership of Comrade Francis Bunu Abi has congratulated members of the Inter-Ministerial Committee in recognition of their contributions to Nigeria’s successful…
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Professionals induct new officers at AGM
Rentals Professionals Society of Nigeria (RPSN) members have inducted new officers to pilot the affairs of the association. The officers, who were inducted at the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), The post Professionals induct new officers at AGM appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Anti-corruption: CISLAC advocates stronger reforms as Nigeria retains low perception index
The Civil Society Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called for more and stronger coordinated anti-corruption reforms following the low ranking of Nigeria in the 2025 Corruption Perception Index released Tuesday.  The The post Anti-corruption: CISLAC advocates stronger reforms as Nigeria retains low perception index appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Explosion at Bayelsa secretariat, police arrest suspect
The police have confirmed the incident. The post Explosion at Bayelsa secretariat, police arrest suspect appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: Oyo LP members, others defect to ADC
Labour Party members and other politicians in Oyo State have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing the party’s internal democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-oyo-lp-members-others-defect-to-adc/
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Percentile Global Ventures, .NCDMB Conclude 5-Day Vocational Training On CAD For 30 Engineers In Abuja
  Abuja : Percentile Global Ventures, in collaboration with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), has successfully concluded a 5-day vocational training program on Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for…
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Lagos Legion gives succour to over 600 widows, others
No fewer than 600 widows and 20 physically challenged military veterans on Tuesday received palliatives from the Lagos State Council of the Nigerian Legion as part of activities marking its The post Lagos Legion gives succour to over 600 widows, others appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NAF issues warning against threats to democracy
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aleke, has warned personnel against any act of indiscipline that undermines democratic order. Air Marshal Aneke issued the warning during a The post NAF issues warning against threats to democracy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Yelewata residents demand justice as trial begins over 2025 massacre
Residents of Yelewata in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State have called for justice as the Federal Government commences the trial of the principal suspect linked to the 2025 The post Yelewata residents demand justice as trial begins over 2025 massacre appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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