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Trump mulls fuel tax cut as crude hits $107
With oil prices soaring and inflation rising due to the Iran conflict, President Trump considers a fuel tax cut to ease cost-of-living pressures. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-mulls-fuel-tax-cut-as-crude-hits-107/
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Vote buying destroying democracy in Ondo — Abass Mimiko
Zenith Labour Party’s Abass Mimiko discusses how vote buying is destroying democracy in Ondo, the ZLP’s future, and the state of Nigerian politics. Read More: https://punchng.com/vote-buying-destroying-democracy-in-ondo-abass-mimiko/
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Wema Bank launches N170m reward scheme season five
Wema Bank launches Season 5 of its 5for5 rewards scheme, offering over N170m in prizes to promote digital banking and financial inclusion in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/wema-bank-launches-n170m-reward-scheme-season-five/
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Katsina in candid camera
An inside look at the development in Katsina State under Governor Dikko Radda, focusing on security, digital technology, and human capital investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/katsina-in-candid-camera/
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Nigerian equities will beat inflation in 2026 — CIS boss
CIS President discusses the optimistic outlook for Nigerian equities, predicting they will beat inflation in 2026 amid market reforms and investor trust. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-equities-will-beat-inflation-in-2026-cis-boss/
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2027: Reduce complaints with votes, Igbo group urges Nigerians
The World Igbo Congress urges Nigerians to register and participate in the 2027 general election to reduce complaints and influence public policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-reduce-complaints-with-votes-igbo-group-urges-nigerians/
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Ekiti 2026: Kukah Centre tasks parties, candidates on peaceful poll
The Kukah Centre urges political parties and candidates in the upcoming Ekiti 2026 governorship election to commit to a peaceful and violence-free poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-kukah-centre-tasks-parties-candidates-on-peaceful-poll-2/
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Nigeria’s electricity billing, metering quagmire
Millions of Nigerians face ‘crazy billing’ and a failed metering system due to a broken power sector. Learn about the electricity billing crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-electricity-billing-metering-quagmire/
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Lufthansa invests $7.7bn on 20 long-haul aircraft
Lufthansa places a $7.7bn aircraft order for 20 new long-haul jets from Airbus and Boeing to modernize its fleet and reduce carbon emissions. Read More: https://punchng.com/lufthansa-invests-7-7bn-on-20-long-haul-aircraft/
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NCAA digitises licensing for pilots, aviation personnel
Nigeria’s NCAA is shifting to a fully digital platform for aviation personnel licensing, ending paper-based processes and long delays for professionals. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncaa-digitises-licensing-for-pilots-aviation-personnel/
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Nigeria misses OPEC oil production quota again
Nigeria missed its OPEC oil production quota again, averaging 1.49 million barrels per day in April due to crude theft, vandalism, and underinvestment. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-misses-opec-oil-production-quota-again/
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FMDQ Exchange approves listing of NMRC’s N11.50bn bond
FMDQ Exchange lists NMRC’s N11.50bn Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond. Learn how this NMRC bond listing will boost Nigeria’s housing finance ecosystem. Read More: https://punchng.com/fmdq-exchange-approves-listing-of-nmrcs-n11-50bn-bond/
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FG, Bi-Courtney truce voids N132bn judgement debt
A landmark truce between Nigeria’s FG and Bi-Courtney voids a N132bn debt, reviving a stalled airport hotel project and boosting investor confidence. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-bi-courtney-truce-voids-n132bn-judgement-debt/
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UBA pushes Africa growth agenda at Nairobi summit
UBA reaffirms its commitment to Africa’s growth at the Nairobi summit, championing entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic global partnerships. Read More: https://punchng.com/uba-pushes-africa-growth-agenda-at-nairobi-summit/
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Unfurling the new face of FUOYE
FORMER United States Secretary of state, Henry A. Kissinger, makes a profound statement about the mission of a vision-driven leader, saying, “the task of a leader is to get his people from where they are to where they ought to be”. Examining the same concept, a leading expert on  leadership, John C. Maxwell says, “A […] The post Unfurling the new face of FUOYE appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Mo Abudu, Omoni Oboli, Kunle Remi, others mourn Alex Ekubo
Nigerian entertainment industry mourns the shocking death of actor Alex Ekubo. Colleagues like Mo Abudu, Omoni Oboli, and Kunle Remi share tributes. Read More: https://punchng.com/mo-abudu-omoni-oboli-kunle-remi-others-mourn-alex-ekubo/
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Fabric market as Nigeria’s oldest female-led economy
By: Mojisola Oladeni THE noise of policy rooms here in Nigeria has often drowned out a quiet and old intelligence that was already alive in the markets, since the primordial eras. If one listens closely to the rustle of Ankara and the measured murmur of bargaining voices, a revelation would begin to rise with almost […] The post Fabric market as Nigeria’s oldest female-led economy appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Video as man recalls moment late actor Alex Ekubo posted about heaveMan releases video Alex Ekubo made about heaven before his death
A man has shared one of the last videos Alex Ekubo made speaking about heaven just before he died. Netizens reacted in the comments. Netizens reacted.
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Lookman scores as Atletico edge Osasuna, Betis seal Champions League spot
Real Betis secure a spot in next season’s Champions League after beating Elche 2-1. Atletico Madrid also won, edging Osasuna to consolidate fourth place. Read More: https://punchng.com/lookman-scores-as-atletico-edge-osasuna-betis-seal-champions-league-spot/
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Tinubu hails France-Nigeria business council meeting, says partnership enters execution phase
President Tinubu hails the France-Nigeria business council meeting, stating the partnership has entered an execution phase for jobs and economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-france-nigeria-business-council-meeting-says-partnership-enters-execution-phase/
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Screenshot goes viral as producer releases his last chat with Alex Ekubo
A post making the rounds on social media has broken people's hearts as a producer shared his last conversation with late Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo.
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NDC pegs presidential forms at N60m, adopts ‘open secret ballot’ for primaries
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) sets its presidential forms at N60m for the 2027 elections, adopting an ‘open secret ballot’ for primaries. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndc-pegs-presidential-forms-at-n60m-adopts-open-secret-ballot-for-primaries/
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Tinubu calls for overhaul of global financial system at Nairobi summit
President Tinubu calls for urgent reform of the global financial system, arguing current structures limit Africa’s industrial growth and development. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-calls-for-overhaul-of-global-financial-system-at-nairobi-summit/
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2027 election: Powerful Nigerian cleric reveals prophecy on only way to sack Tinubu, see details
A cleric has shared a fresh prophecy ahead of the 2027 election, speaking on what he claims must happen for President Bola Tinubu to be defeated.
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Excitement as Heirs Insurance launches Nigeria's first multi-language GenAI assistant
Heirs Insurance has unveiled Nigeria’s first multi-language GenAI assistant, designed to improve customer engagement and digital insurance services.
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₦100m DSS Defamation Judgment: SERAP appeals, seeks stay of execution
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed an appeal against the judgment delivered on 5 May 2026 by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, which awarded ₦100 million in damages in favour of officials of the Department of State Services (DSS), a judgment SERAP considers to be “a travesty and […] The post ₦100m DSS Defamation Judgment: SERAP appeals, seeks stay of execution appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Africa Must Process Its Own Resources, Compete Globally – Tinubu
The President highlighted Nigeria’s blue economy potential as a key driver of Africa’s development, noting that it had long been underutilised due to insecurity and uncertainty. The post Africa Must Process Its Own Resources, Compete Globally – Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.
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BudgIT commends Abia’s progress, seeks strategic partnership
The BudgIT Foundation has commended developmental strides in Abia under the administration of Gov. Alex Otti. The post BudgIT commends Abia’s progress, seeks strategic partnership appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Rivers APC denies favouring Wike’s loyalists in screening
The Rivers State APC refutes claims of favouring Nyesom Wike’s loyalists in its screening for House of Assembly aspirants, calling the allegations misleadi Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-apc-denies-favouring-wikes-loyalists-in-screening/
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Alexx Ekubo: Deyemi Okanlawon, Bimbo Ademoye, Bolanle Ninalowo react to actor's death
Nollywood stars Deyemi Okanlawon, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Bimbo Ademoye expressed deep pain and sorrow after the death of their colleague, Alexx Ekubo
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Police arrest 55 suspected kidnappers, rescue 58 victims in Edo
The Edo State Police Command said on Tuesday that it arrested 55 suspected kidnappers and rescued 58 victims between March and The post Police arrest 55 suspected kidnappers, rescue 58 victims in Edo appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Lagos speaker Obasa declares interest in Rep seat
Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa declares his bid for the Agege Federal Constituency Reps seat ahead of the APC primaries, citing party leaders’ encouragement Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-speaker-obasa-declares-interest-in-rep-seat/
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2026 FIFA World Cup: 4 countries release provisional squads
Over 1,000 footballers are representing their nations at the global football tournament, where each team can name up to 26 players, including three goalkeepers. The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: 4 countries release provisional squads appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos Speaker, Obasa, declares for Reps seat
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has declared his intention to contest for the Agege Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries. Obasa made the declaration during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Tuesday in Agege, Lagos, where he said leaders of […] The post Lagos Speaker, Obasa, declares for Reps seat appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Verde Casino DK: Hvorfor det er et populært valg for danske spillere
I denne artikel vil vi udforske, hvad der gør Verde Casino til et attraktivt valg for danske spillere.… This article Verde Casino DK: Hvorfor det er et populært valg for danske spillere appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.
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Conan O’Brien to host 2027 Oscars – Organisers
Comedian Conan O'Brien will return for the third straight time to host the Oscars in 2027, organizers announced Tuesday. The post Conan O’Brien to host 2027 Oscars – Organisers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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