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Kwadaso-Ofoase Road: Residents want contractor back on site to fix dusty road
Residents of Denkyemuoso, Atwima Techiman, and surrounding areas say they are suffering from severe dust pollution due to the abandoned Kwadaso-Atwima Ofoase dual carriageway projects.
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ACF, GIZ Programme To Strengthen Social Safety Nets In Borno, Adamawa
Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF) and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) have launched a new programme aimed at strengthening social protection systems in Borno and Adamawa States. The initiative, funded by the European Union (EU) and the German Government (BMZ) under the SEPIN–SUSI framework, targets the expansion and improvement of the social register […]
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BUA Foods annual profit hits record N508 billion on higher sales, easing cost pressures
The strong earnings performance also derived strength from some cost-cutting measures, which softened the pressure of expenditure on bottom line. The post BUA Foods annual profit hits record N508 billion on higher sales, easing cost pressures appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ICPC Arraigns NIPC Deputy Director Over Alleged Certificate Forgery
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has draged a Deputy Director at the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Yusuf Mustapha, before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, over allegations of forgery. Mustapha was brought before Justice S.U. Bature on a three-count charge involving alleged forgery, the use […]
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Femi Adebayo’s Euphoria360 Media Holds Maiden Thanksgiving Celebration Honouring Cast, Crew, and Partners
Euphoria360 Media, led by renowned Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo, recently held its maiden Thanksgiving celebration, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s journey within the Nigerian film industry.…
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Presidency Replies Obi, Says Student Loan Fund Is Strategic Investment, Not Waste
The Presidency has berated the former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi over recent comments credited to him where he described the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) as a wasteful venture. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Hon. Sunday Asefon, in a statement on Thursday, faulted Obi’s claims, saying his […]
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Glo steps up investments, performance to back Nigeria’s drive for digital economy
The company stands tall as a major industry player, with a reputation built over the decades through investments in cutting edge technology The post Glo steps up investments, performance to back Nigeria’s drive for digital economy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Presidential primaries are a reflection of democracy—Prof Sikanku
The Dean of the School of Journalism and Media Studies at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UNIMAC), Prof Etse Sikanku, has described presidential primaries as a critical reflection of Ghana’s democratic structures and systems.
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Troops Neutralise 12 Terrorists, Recover Weapons In Foiled Attack On Military Base
Troops of Sector 1 Joint Task Force, North-East ‘Operation HADIN KAI’ (OPHK), have again killed 12 members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists, with recovery of arms and ammunition on Wednesday. Unfortunately, some soldiers of Sector 2 at Sabon Gari, in Damboa local government area of Borno State, were also confronted with an ISWAP attack supported by […]
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Senate Gives Adhoc Committee 48 Hours To Conclude Work On Electoral Bill
The Senate has given a newly constituted committee 48-hour ultimatum to conclude its assignment on the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2026, ahead of final consideration by the red chamber. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, disclosed this on Thursday after a closed-door session during which senators deliberated on the consideration of the report on […]
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Commissioner advises Kano deputy governor to resign
Mr Waiya says political differences at the highest level of government could erode trust and hinder effective governance. The post Commissioner advises Kano deputy governor to resign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court Grants ₦400k Bail To 2 Activists Arrested During Anti-Demolition Protest In Lagos
The Yaba Magistrates’ Court in Lagos has granted bail of ₦200,000 each to activists Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Soweto, and Dele Frank, who were arrested and detained during a protest against demolitions in several communities across Lagos State. The duo was arraigned by the police on five counts of disturbing public peace. They pleaded […]
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Just In: APC Suspends Osun Ex-Lawmaker, Oyintiloye Over Alleged Misconduct
Members of the All Progressives Congress in Ward 01, Obokun Local Government have suspended a former House of Assembly lawmaker who represented the area, Hon. Bosun Oyintiloye over alleged gross misconduct. In the suspension letter which was signed by 18 executives and five ward leaders and addressed to the chairman of the party in the […] The post Just In: APC Suspends Osun Ex-Lawmaker, Oyintiloye Over Alleged Misconduct appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Kaduna gov seeks reserved seats for women in politics
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani campaigns for the Reserved Seats for Women Bill, advocating for constitutional backing to address female under-representation in N Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gov-seeks-reserved-seats-for-women-in-politics/
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Yusuf’s red cap on Tinubu’s red carpet, By Azu Ishiekwene
After months of dallying and endless speculations, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State finally broke ranks with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, his in-law, mentor and political godfather. Yusuf had been in Kwankwaso’s shadow for nearly two-and-a-half decades, serving in various roles, including an executive portfolio as commissioner in Kano State, until 2023, when Kwankwaso nominated […] The post Yusuf’s red cap on Tinubu’s red carpet, By Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Health Minister forms investigation committee to probe alleged unethical practices at Korle Bu and Ridge hospitals
The Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh (MP), has constituted a seven-member Investigation Committee to look into allegations of unethical medical practices at two of Ghana’s premier healthcare institutions: Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge).
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Nicki Minaj Claims Trump’s ‘Gold Card’ Is Fast-tracking Her US Citizenship
Rapper Nicki Minaj has claimed that her application for US citizenship was being fast-tracked under Donald Trump’s administration, following her public show of support for the President. The rapper made the claim after appearing on Wednesday at the Trump Accounts Summit in Washington, D.C., where Trump unveiled a new policy proposing a $1,000 government allocation […]
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Ned Nwoko showers encomiums on Moroccan wife as she adds a year to her age
Nigerian politician Ned Nwoko celebrates his fifth wife, Laila Charani, on her 35th birthday, praising her kindness, strength, and positive impact on their family.
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Halima Abubakar seeks help for brain tumour surgery, accommodation
Actress Halima Abubakar has renewed her public appeal for financial assistance, saying she urgently needs funds to undergo brain tumour surgery while grappling with homelessness and mounting medical bills. During The post Halima Abubakar seeks help for brain tumour surgery, accommodation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nursing student arrested over death of Federal Poly Bida lecturer in Minna
A nursing student, Stella Joseph, has been arrested by the Niger State Police Command in connection with the sudden death of Otori Abdulfatai Aiyede, a lecturer at a higher institution in Niger State. It was gathered that the deceased lecturer, on January 27, 2026, travelled from Bida to Minna and visited Stella Joseph at her […] Nursing student arrested over death of Federal Poly Bida lecturer in Minna
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Female voters surpass men as INEC registers 36,638 in Gombe
The Independent National Electoral Commission has enrolled 36,638 new voters in Gombe State during Phase I of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise, with women accounting for the majority of registrants for the first time in the state’s history. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Gombe State, Dr Saad Idris, disclosed this on Thursday at a state Read More: https://punchng.com/female-voters-surpass-men-as-inec-registers-36638-in-gombe/
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Wike Commissions 12 Ambulances, Warns Against Sabotage
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday took a significant step towards bolstering emergency healthcare services with the official commissioning and handover of 12 new ambulances to public hospitals across the territory. The event, held at the FCTA Secretariat, was presided over by the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, and attended by senior health officials, […]
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Iran threatens to hit US bases, carriers
Iran threatens to strike US bases and carriers in response to any attack, as tensions rise with the US and EU over its nuclear program and protests. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-threatens-to-hit-us-bases-carriers/
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NDC bars Ministers, MMDCEs and CEOs from contesting party primaries unless they resign
The General Secretary of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has announced that Ministers of State, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), as well as Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and their deputies of state institutions, will not be permitted to contest the party’s upcoming internal elections unless they resign from their positions.
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2027: ‘Cross River ADC must not be taken for a ride’ – Ex-guber candidate, Nyong warns
Former governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Cross River State, Dr. Effiong Nyong, has warned that the party and the people of the state will no longer allow themselves to be taken for a ride by what he described as political impostors. Nyong stated this in a letter addressed to the ADC […] 2027: ‘Cross River ADC must not be taken for a ride’ – Ex-guber candidate, Nyong warns
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Adenta Court jails man 7 years for defilement 
An Adenta Circuit Court has sentenced a 27‑year‑old Nigerian to seven years’ imprisonment for defiling a 13‑year‑old girl at Nanakrom, near Adenta. 
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UEFA includes Chelsea, Barcelona, Benfical players in Champions League team
UEFA, on Thursday, included Chelsea, Barcelona and Benfica players in the UEFA Champions League team. This comes following the conclusion of this week’s Champions League group stage matches played on Wednesday. UEFA includes the likes of Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, Chelsea’s Joao Pedro and Benfica’s Anatoliy Trubin in the team. The players were included in the […] UEFA includes Chelsea, Barcelona, Benfical players in Champions League team
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Anambra Begins Revocation Of Undeveloped Properties In Designated Estates
The Anambra State Government has commenced the revocation of ownership of undeveloped landed properties in designated housing estates across the state. The managing director of the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA), Dr Ossy Onuko, disclosed this on Thursday while speaking with journalists during an enforcement exercise at the Awka Millennium City Estate, Agu-Awka. Onuko […]
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‘I take responsibility for disappearance of $6.2M from CBN under Emefiele’ – CBN staff
A Deputy Director in charge of Banking Supervision with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Malam Bashirudeen Maishanu, has accepted responsibility for the disappearance of the sum of $6.2 million in the CBN during the tenure of former governor Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele. The CBN top officer specifically accepted responsibility for the withdrawal of $2.5 million […] ‘I take responsibility for disappearance of $6.2M from CBN under Emefiele’ – CBN staff
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GBV: 3,200 Nigerian Men Now Feminist Allies — Centre LSD
The Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) has said that over 3,200 Nigerian men have been trained and certified as feminist allies under the Male Feminists Network (MFN) project, as part of efforts to curb gender-based violence (GBV) and promote gender equality across the country. The Project Director of MFN and the founding […]
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Unpaid N4trn Debt: 500 Lawyers Storm Finance Ministry, Demand Minister’s Resignation
ABUJA – About 500 lawyers, organised under Concerned Lawyers for Probity and Justice, have demanded the resignation of Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, over an unpaid debt estimated…
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Self-care no longer optional – Stakeholders warn as Nigeria battles health gaps
Health advocates have called for stronger policies, clear guidelines, and community education to promote the self-care initiative in Nigeria, especially among vulnerable populations and those facing barriers such as distance, financial constraints, and stigma. Stakeholders, who made the call at the National Self-Care Advocacy Network, NSAN, meeting on Wednesday, noted that empowering citizens to take […] Self-care no longer optional – Stakeholders warn as Nigeria battles health gaps
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Tinubu condoles with Super Eagles’ Samuel Chukwueze over mother’s death
President Bola Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze and his family following the passing of his mother. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-condoles-with-super-eagles-samuel-chukwueze-over-mothers-death/
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GreenPlinth Africa Targets 80m Nigerian Homes With Clean Cookstove, 4bn InnovativeTree-Planting Drive
  A carbon-credit-financed clean cooking initiative promoted by GreenPlinth Africa Limited and aimed at transforming household energy use in Nigeria has moved closer to nationwide rollout, with key stakeholders reaffirming…
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Three drug suspects arrested in Taha
Three suspects have been arrested in the Sagnarigu Municipality of Tamale for allegedly selling illicit drugs.
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Christian leaders charged on 'conviction' as ex-Senate president sends important message
Senator Anyim Pius Anyim urges Christian leaders to lead with integrity at FGBMFI's unveiling of the 2026 Lagos National Convention theme and logo.
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