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FG Orders Probe Into Temu Over Data Protection Concerns
The National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has ordered an immediate investigation into e-commerce platform Temu over concerns that its handling of Nigerians’ personal data may violate the Data Protection Act (NDPA). The Commission said the probe will assess whether Temu’s collection, processing, storage, and cross-border transfer of personal data comply with Nigeria’s data protection regulations. […] The post FG Orders Probe Into Temu Over Data Protection Concerns appeared first on OsunDefender.
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2027: Nigerian women push lawmakers to pass special seats bill
Nigeria has one of the lowest rates of female representation in parliament in Africa. Since democracy returned in 1999, women’s participation in elective positions has remained low.
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Valentine Day Outreach: Ooni Of Ife Splashes Royal Gifts On Babies In Abia, Lagos, Osun States
His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan-Ogunwusi, used Valentine’s Day, Saturday, 14 February 2026, to celebrate his love for babies and nursing mothers across some states in the…
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Tinubu hails BUA–UAE firms MoU on sugar refining, logistics
President Tinubu hails a strategic MoU between BUA Group and UAE firms, strengthening Nigeria-UAE economic ties in sugar refining and logistics. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-bua-uae-firms-mou-on-sugar-refining-logistics/
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Fake Contracts: Upstream Regulator Cautions Stakeholders Against Patronising Fraudsters
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has issued a strong warning to oil and gas stakeholders against engaging fraudsters parading fake contracts in the sector. The commission, stated on Monday that unscrupulous individuals are using tactics such as name-dropping and misinformation on social media to deceive members of the public, do so with the […]
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No threat, no electric chair, EFCC investigator tells court
The duo, through their lawyers, Abubakar Aliyu, SAN, and Olusegun Jolaawo, SAN, had, on Monday, objected to the tendering of the eight statements they allegedly made voluntarily by Oyedepo as exhibits.
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SEC flags ‘Mekanism’ as illegal investment scam promising daily returns
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a high alert to the investing public, blacklisting an unlicensed entity known as Mekanism Marketing Ltd (operating as “Mekanism”).
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Education key to Nigeria’s survival, global competitiveness – Gbajabiamila
The Chief of Staff to the President and former Speaker of the 9th House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has said education remains the strongest tool for national development as Nigeria seeks to reposition its schools for the future. The post Education key to Nigeria’s survival, global competitiveness – Gbajabiamila appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lack of access is denying 20m children secondary school education – FG
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has said out of about 23 million children enrolled in public primary schools nationwide, only about 3.75 million are able to secure admission to Junior Secondary Schools. The post Lack of access is denying 20m children secondary school education – FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
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SANs Storm Court As Party Deregistration Suit Begins
Torkwase Nyiekaa Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) on Monday stormed the Federal High Court, Abuja, as hearing commenced in the suit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC),…
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Nairagram Completes N10bn Capital Raise to Deepen Financial Connectivity Across Africa
Nairagram, a leading pan-African payments and financial infrastructure company, has successfully completed its N10 billion Commercial Paper issuance, fully subscribed within 48 hours of going to market. The company, which made this known in Abuja on Monday, said that the Commercial Paper programme received final regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on […]
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Awake Experience 2026 ends in frenzied praise as Diana Hamilton delivers electrifying performance
The ICGC Christ Temple East at Teshie came alive on Sunday, February 15, as hundreds filled the auditorium for this year’s Awake Experience with Diana Hamilton.
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Attack on Ghanaian traders: West Africa must fight terrorism shoulder-to-shoulder – Bombande
Conflict resolution and mediation specialist Emmanuel Bombande has warned that the recent terrorist attack on Ghanaian traders in Titao, Burkina Faso underscores the urgent need for West African countries to fight terrorism collectively rather than individually.
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MWUN Elects New Cooperative Multipurpose Society Leaders, Holds AGM
Comrade Micah Iddio, New President, MWUN Cooperative Multipurpose Society The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Cooperative Multipurpose Society has elected new Executive Members to pilot the affairs of the…
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"Why I stopped paying tithes": Toke Makinwa speaks about her church regret
Toke Makinwa reveals her shift from church tithes to direct aid for those in need, sharing personal experiences and challenging traditional giving practices.
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Video: Shettima inspects fire-ravaged Kano market
https://x.com/vanguardngrnews/status/2023429822224171150?s=20 The post Video: Shettima inspects fire-ravaged Kano market appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Call to INEC, Presidency and Nigerians calling for electoral reform
Reform must continue, but it must balance innovation with security, speed with scrutiny, and efficiency with accountability. That balance is not resistance to progress. It is the foundation of democratic stability.
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Kenya sets the tone as Global Tourism Resilience Conference opens in Nairobi
The 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and Expo officially opened in Nairobi on Monday with a strong call for leadership, collaboration and decisive action as the global tourism sector confronts increasingly complex crises.
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Philip Shaibu Turns Vision Into Reality: NIS Now In Six Zones
El Ameen Ibrahim The National Institute for Sports (NIS) has officially launched operations across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones: South-South (Edo), South-East (Enugu), South-West (Ogun), North-Central (Plateau), North-East (Adamawa), and North-West…
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Billboard Faces Backlash Over Post Labeling Rema a ‘One-Hit Wonder’
US entertainment magazine, Billboard, has sparked outrage on social media after resharing a 2025 article that described Nigerian music star Rema as a “one-hit wonder.” The post, shared on Sunday via Billboard’s official X page, revisited a ranking of 25 artistes considered to have scored only one major hit. Rema was ranked sixth on the [...]
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Osimhen Eyes Record As Galatasaray Face Juventus In Champions League playoff
Victor Osimhen is on the brink of making history as he aims to become Galatasaray’s highest goal scorer in a single UEFA Champions League campaign. The Yellow and Reds are set to clash with Juventus in their playoff tie this Tuesday. Osimhen has already made an impressive mark this season, scoring six goals in six […]
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EPL introduces Ramadan breaks to support fasting players
Ramadan, the Islamic holy month, involves fasting from dawn to sunset and begins this week, lasting about a month. In the UK, sunset usually occurs between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm GMT during this period. The matches
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Breaking: Another Notorious Boko Haram commander killed as details emerge
Operation HADIN KAI troops intercepted a suspicious vehicle in Borno, recovering ₦37 million and neutralising Boko Haram's Abou Aisha during recent clashes.
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$1trn Economy: Expert Demands Financial System Re‑architecture
For Nigeria to achieve its $1trillion economy ambition, the former Executive Director at AXA Mansard, Rashidat Adebisi, said Nigeria must re‑architect its financial system and not rely on capital if it wants to achieve its $1 trillion economy ambition. Adebisi a financial expert with over 21 years in institutional finance, disclosed this in Lagos as […]
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President Tinubu sends Shettima to Kano after market fire
President Tinubu had sent a high level delegation to Kano after a Singer Market fire destroyed over N5bn in property and left seven persons missing.
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Modern tax systems automated, digital, data-driven – NRS boss
Nigeria’s tax reform success hinges on implementing modern tax systems. The NRS boss says a shift to a digital, data-driven approach is essential. Read More: https://punchng.com/modern-tax-systems-automated-digital-data-driven-nrs-boss/
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NPFL: Mangut laments Nasarawa United’s loss to Katsina United
Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has insisted that his team failed to perform to expectations in the defeat to Katsina United. The Solid Miners suffered a 1-0 defeat to Katsina United in Ilorin on Sunday. Boubacar Massally netted the winning goal for Nasarawa United in the game. Mangut said that Katsina United capitalised on […] NPFL: Mangut laments Nasarawa United’s loss to Katsina United
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NFF Boss Urges Integrity As 30 Nigerian Referees Receive FIFA Badges
Thirty Nigerian referees were awarded their FIFA badges on Monday, with Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, MON, stressing the critical importance of integrity in their officiating duties. His remarks come as an increasing number of Nigerian league matches are broadcast live on television. “Our league matches are now being televised,” Gusau […]
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Interior Minister’s engagement with Burkina Faso appropriate after attack – Bombande
Conflict resolution and mediation specialist Emmanuel Bombande has commended Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak for reaching out to his counterparts in Burkina Faso following the deadly terrorist attack on Ghanaian traders in Titao.
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Alleged Corruption: Protesters Storm EFCC Headquarters, Demand El-Rufai’s Prosecution
Some protesters on Monday stormed the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Abuja, demanding a thorough probe into the alleged N432 billion corruption case involving former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The protesters, under the aegis of the Mega National Movement for Good Governance, converged on the anti-graft agency’s headquarters, chanting solidarity […] The post Alleged Corruption: Protesters Storm EFCC Headquarters, Demand El-Rufai’s Prosecution appeared first on OsunDefender.
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JUST IN: Security agencies rescue nine abducted children from Benue church
Security operatives have rescued nine children abducted from St. John Catholic Church Ojije in Utonkon, Ado Local Government Area of Benue state.  Governor Hyacinth Alia commended the security agencies for The post JUST IN: Security agencies rescue nine abducted children from Benue church appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ramadan: Over One Thousand Indigents Benefit From FIDA Ramadan Package
The Kebbi State chapter of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) has distributed Ramadan packages to over 100 internally displaced persons (IDPs), less privileged individuals, and orphans in Birnin…
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Transport Ministry Secures $200m Private Investment
The minister of transportation, Senator Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has revealed that the ministry secured a private investment of $200 million in 2025. The minister, who did not reveal the names of the company involved in the deal, stated that despite government inability to release funds for the 2025 budget, the minister sort private companies […]
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NPFL: Ilechukwu predicts team that will win title
Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, says a team with strong mentality and ability will win the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title. The Flying Antelopes moved to second position on the NPFL table following a 2-0 win over Wikki Tourists in Enugu on Sunday. Rangers have lost once in their last seven NPFL matches. […] NPFL: Ilechukwu predicts team that will win title
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Gusau urges newly decorated referees to maintain integrity 
A total of thirty Nigerian referees were on Monday decorated with FIFA badges, as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, MON, called on the referees to uphold integrity in their officiating duties, especially since most matches will now be broadcast live on television. “Our league matches are now being televised. [...]
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Top 5 samsung phones for students on a budget
For many students, choosing a smartphone, which also includes samsung phones, means finding the right balance between affordability and functionality. The post Top 5 samsung phones for students on a budget appeared first on Vanguard News.
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