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Mohammad-Led PDP Disowns Interim NWC, Declares NEC Meeting Invalid
It criticised what it described as contradictions by those behind the alleged meeting, noting that individuals who previously opposed the idea of a caretaker committee were now claiming to have constituted one. The post Mohammad-Led PDP Disowns Interim NWC, Declares NEC Meeting Invalid appeared first on Channels Television.
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Stars Set For Met Gala, Fashion’s Biggest Night
Beyonce will make her first appearance at the event in a decade, serving as a co-chair of fashion's marquee event along with Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman. The post Stars Set For Met Gala, Fashion’s Biggest Night appeared first on Channels Television.
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Hurzeler Agrees New Long-Term Deal With Brighton
Brighton have agreed a new long-term contract with head coach Fabian Hurzeler.   The 33-year-old German still has 12 months to run on his current deal at the Amex Stadium, but will sign terms to extend his stay on the south coast.   Hurzeler arrived at Brighton at the start of last season following a […]
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NIPS speaks over armed forces operations against insecurity
NIPS commends Nigeria's Armed Forces for neutralising 200+ terrorists, arresting 300 suspects, and enhancing security through strategic military operations.
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Troops kill two suspected terrorists in Zamfara
Troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have killed two suspected terrorists during a patrol in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to security sources, who spoke to Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred around 10:20 am on May 3. Soldiers from 1 Brigade Counter-Terrorism Unit (CT 6), alongside a Quick Reaction Force (QRF), acted on […] Troops kill two suspected terrorists in Zamfara
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Natasha buys Senate forms, eyes second term
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has purchased her nomination forms, signaling her intent to seek re-election for the Kogi Central Senatorial District in 20 Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-buys-senate-forms-eyes-second-term/
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NULASS-LASU unveils 3-Day ELC 5.0 on lawmaking, heritage
The 11th National Union of Lagos State Students, Lagos State University Students Parliamentary Council, has unveiled the Eko Legislative Conference 5.0, scheduled to hold from Monday, April 4 to Wednesday, April 6, 2026.
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Xenophobia: Nigerians seeking return from South Africa will bear the cost – FG
Since the announcement, about 130 Nigerians in South Africa have expressed a willingness to return home voluntarily. The post Xenophobia: Nigerians seeking return from South Africa will bear the cost – FG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Communal Clash: Osun Monarch’s Wife, Four Others Arrested For Attacking Police Officers
The wife of Elegbedi of Egbedi in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State, Olori Bukola Afolabi, has been arrested in connection with the ongoing communal crisis between Egbedi and Iloba. Olori Afolabi was arrested alongside Isa Adesina, Rasheed Ayandiran and two other persons for attacking police officers from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Zone […] The post Communal Clash: Osun Monarch’s Wife, Four Others Arrested For Attacking Police Officers appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Kebbi showcases N7bn urban renewal projects
The Kebbi State Government highlights a N7bn investment in urban renewal projects, including street lighting, road expansion, and infrastructure developmen Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-showcases-n7bn-urban-renewal-projects/
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Arteta warns Atletico will face Arsenal ‘beasts’ in Champions League
Arteta's side earned a 1-1 draw in the semi-final first leg in Madrid last week, putting them in position to finish the job at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday. The post Arteta warns Atletico will face Arsenal ‘beasts’ in Champions League appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Ex-IPAC Chair Emerges Cross River NDC Chairman
Former Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Goddy Akpama, has emerged as the new Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Cross River State. His emergence comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Akpama was elected through a consensus arrangement. The process was supervised by officials of the […]
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Soldiers assault TheCable journalist in Lagos
Video footage of the incident posted by TheCable and reviewed by PREMIUM TIMES shows that at least two soldiers took part in the assault. The post Soldiers assault TheCable journalist in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Expert Urges Brain Scan For Portable After Defea
A Canada-based Nigerian medical expert, Arinze Onwumelu, has called on singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, to undergo an urgent brain examination following his recent boxing match.   The advice follows the Zazuu singer’s defeat in a celebrity boxing bout against skit maker Carter Efe in Lagos over the weekend. The fight, which has […]
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Automaker Urges Increased Investment In West African Industrialisation
Nigerian industrialist and founder of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) makers of Innoson Motors, Innocent Chukwuma, has called on West African leaders to deepen investment in the region’s industrialisation drive in order to build self-reliance and reduce dependence on foreign vehicles.   Chukwuma made this call in his remarks during the opening ceremony of the First […]
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NGX Regulation Recovers Over N500m For Investors
NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), the independent regulatory subsidiary of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to investor protection and market integrity, facilitating recoveries exceeding N500 million following the resolution of investor complaints involving certain market operators.     In a recent development, the SRO secured the restitution of N326.85 million to an […]
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Two defendants admit knowledge of coup attempt against Tinubu in video recordings
The defendants made the admission in video recordings played at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday. The post Two defendants admit knowledge of coup attempt against Tinubu in video recordings appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Why Nigerian Publishers must rethink Revenue Models
For many Nigerian publishers, the model that once sustained journalism is no longer working. Advertising, long the backbone of print, radio, and television, has been declining. At the same time, the wider entertainment and digital media market is growing and is projected to reach $4.9 billion by 2026.
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Tinubu-led APC destroyed LP, NNPP – Buba Galadima
A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congres, NDC, Buba Galadima, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of destroying the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, and Labour Party, LP, platforms on which Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso contested for the presidency. Galadima disclosed this while speaking on why Obi and Kwankwaso left the African Democratic Congress, […] Tinubu-led APC destroyed LP, NNPP – Buba Galadima
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EFCC Arraigns Ex-Skye Bank Chairman, Tunde Ayeni, Over Alleged N15.6bn Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday, arraigned former chairman of the defunct Skye Bank Plc, Tunde Ayeni, before the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja, over an alleged N15.6 billion fraud.   The EFCC disclosed the development in a statement published on its verified Facebook page on Monday evening. […]
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‘No Opposition, No Election’ — Protesters Storm Court Over Alleged Plan to Deregister Parties
A large group of protesters on Monday gathered at the Federal High Court in Abuja to express anger over what they described as alleged plans to deregister some opposition political parties. The demonstrators cautioned President Bola Tinubu against any interference in the independence of the judiciary and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Operating under […] The post ‘No Opposition, No Election’ — Protesters Storm Court Over Alleged Plan to Deregister Parties appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Chelsea’s Forward Derry Taken To Hospital After Head Injury
Teenage Chelsea forward Jesse Derry has been taken to the hospital as a precaution after sustaining a head injury in the 3-1 Premier League loss to Nottingham Forest.   The 18-year-old was making his top-flight debut on Monday when he clashed heads with opponent Zach Abbott in the Forest penalty area in the 45th minute. […]
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‎Court Okays Hearing Of Suit To Reopen  The Probe Of Mohbad’s Death ‎
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 28 for the hearing of a suit that is seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to reopen an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of young musician Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. ‎ ‎A non-governmental organisation under […]
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Bold move – PETROAN sends message to Tinubu, NNPCL on partnership to restart Port Harcourt, Warri refineries
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN, has hailed the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his administration’s bold and strategic efforts toward revitalising the nation’s refining sector. PETROAN, in a statement on Monday by its spokesperson, Joseph Obele, particularly applauded the recent milestone achieved by the […] Bold move – PETROAN sends message to Tinubu, NNPCL on partnership to restart Port Harcourt, Warri refineries
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‎Rapper Pras Michel Begins 14-Year Jail Sentence
Grammy Award-winning rapper, Prakazrel ‘Pras’ Michel, popularly known as a member of the group the Fugees, has reported to federal prison to begin a 14-year sentence following a conviction over illegally funnelling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign. ‎ ‎According to a spokesperson, Michel reported to prison […]
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ADC, Atiku’s Aide Deny Defection Talks With NDC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), and Special Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Media, Paul Ibe, have dismissed reports suggesting ongoing defection talks with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting there are no discussions involving a possible political switch or coalition arrangement with the party. The denial comes amid claims that there were […] The post ADC, Atiku’s Aide Deny Defection Talks With NDC appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Marotta Confirms Barcelona’s Interest In Bastoni
Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta has addressed growing speculation surrounding star defender Alessandro Bastoni, confirming that Barcelona have shown interest in the Italian international but insists the move remains far from concrete.   In an update shared by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Marotta revealed that while the Catalan giants have made initial inquiries, no […]
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Wike-backed PDP Dismisses Makinde-Supported NEC Meeting
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has rejected the 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting reportedly backed by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, describing it as illegitimate and unconstitutional.   In a statement on Monday, the party faction dismissed claims by a […]
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Marcelino To Leave Villarreal At The End of The Season
Manager Marcelino will leave Villarreal at the end of the season.   The 60-year-old has secured Champions League football for a second straight year with Villarreal currently in third place in La Liga.   Confirming his imminent departure, in a statement, the Spanish club said: “Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Marce, for […]
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What is hantavirus, and can it spread between humans?
Three people have died after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship sailing between Argentina and Cape Verde. The post What is hantavirus, and can it spread between humans? appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NNPC’s Federation Account Remittance Rises 60% To N2.88trn In March
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reported a 60 per cent increase in its remittances to the Federation Account, reaching N2.88 trillion in March from N1.80 trillion in February 2026.   This was disclosed in the company’s Monthly Report for March, 2026, released on Monday.   The rise followed Executive Order No. 9, […]
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NDC has zoned presidential ticket to South – Buba Galadima
A leading figure in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and close ally of former governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Buba Galadima, has confirmed that the party has zoned its presidential ticket to the southern region ahead of its forthcoming primaries. Speaking in an interview on Channels Television, Galadima said the party is concluding preparations for the […] NDC has zoned presidential ticket to South – Buba Galadima
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Umar Ado Vows to Challenge NDC’s Registration in Court 
A leading promoter of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), Dr. Umar Ardo, has vowed to challenge in court the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), alleging that the party’s recognition by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was flawed and did not follow due process. Ardo said the legal action would also extend to […] The post Umar Ado Vows to Challenge NDC’s Registration in Court  appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Hayatu-Deen Canvasses New Standard of Political Engagement in Nigeria
Presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has called for a shift in Nigeria’s political culture, advocating a new standard of engagement anchored on ideas, integrity, and service ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Hayatu-Deen made the call on Monday in Abuja during the inauguration of 36 state coordinators for his campaign under the African Democratic Congress […]
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2027: Follow us to NDC to unseat APC Govt – Buba Galadima begs Atiku
A stalwart of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Buba Galadima, has appealed to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to join the party to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. Galadima made the appeal on Monday in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, monitored by DAILY POST. The appeal came a day after former […] 2027: Follow us to NDC to unseat APC Govt – Buba Galadima begs Atiku
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South Africa to raise fuel prices from 6 May
South Africa will increase fuel prices from 6 May following a rise in global crude oil prices, higher international petroleum product costs, and continued supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East. The post South Africa to raise fuel prices from 6 May appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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