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Sean Diddy Combs Set for Early Release Amid Ongoing Appeal
March 03, (THEWILL) — Music mogul Sean Diddy Combs is now expected to be released from prison on April 25, 2028, earlier than the previous date of June 4, 2028, according to records from the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Combs, 56, is serving a 50‑month federal sentence at Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution in New Jersey […] The post Sean Diddy Combs Set for Early Release Amid Ongoing Appeal appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Ondo strengthens security, recruits 500 to tackle abductions
“The Ondo State Government has expressed deep concern over the recent kidnapping incidents in the state, which have been discovered to have been orchestrated by some locals within those parts of the state and the government has directed all security agencies to crack down on them,” the statement read.
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NPFL: Nasarawa United will bounce back from Rangers’ defeat
Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, is adamant that his team will regain their form ahead of the final rounds matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Solid Miners failed to consolidate on their last home win as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Rangers at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on […] NPFL: Nasarawa United will bounce back from Rangers’ defeat
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NBBF Leadership Crisis: Bakare Challenges ‘Expired’ Board, Demands Election Timeline
The ongoing leadership dispute within the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has escalated, with Ebun Comets Basketball Club proprietor, Ayodele Bakare, criticising an alleged attempt by the Musa Kida-led faction to cling to power beyond their mandate. A group, including Ugo Udezue, Babatunde Ogunade, Musa Kida, Abba Kaka, Victor Okoro, and Felix Awogu, held a meeting […]
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Police confirm gunmen attack on farmers in Ondo, one feared dead
The Ondo State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed the killing of a farmer following an attack by suspected gunmen along Agunla Farm Road in Ayede-Ogbese, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, told journalists that the incident was reported at about 9:30 p.m. on Monday by a concerned [...]
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Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Plateau
Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace have rescued two kidnapped victims in Plateau State and arrested a suspected gunrunner in Kaduna State in separate successful operations. The post Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigeria Private Sector Rebounds as PMI Climbs to 53.2
Nigeria’s private sector regained momentum in February, with fresh data showing a return to expansion after a brief slowdown at the start of the year.   Crossing the 50-point barrier denoting expansion, the latest Purchasing Managers Index issued by Stanbic IBTC Bank rose to 53.2 in February from 49.7 in January. The study, conducted by […]
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Nigerian pastor opens up on the reason he visited Saudi Arabia amid online criticism
The Presiding Prophet of the Genesis Global Church, Israel Ogundipe, has explained the reason he visited the cities of Mecca and Medinah in Saudi Arabia.
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Annie Macaulay Responds to ‘Single Mom’ Label Following Divorce
March 03, (THEWILL) — Annie Macaulay has responded to fans after the end of her marriage to singer Tuface Idibia. The couple, who were married for several years and share two children, separated in January 2025. Since then, their breakup, along with Tuface’s remarriage to Natasha Osawaru in the same year, has attracted significant media […] The post Annie Macaulay Responds to ‘Single Mom’ Label Following Divorce appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Ondo L-PRES trains 100 livestock farmers on fodder production
The Ondo State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project has trained 100 livestock farmers on modern fodder production techniques aimed at boosting productivity and strengthening commercial livestock farming across Ondo State. The State Project Coordinator of L-PRES, Mr Olufemi Adeogun, disclosed this on Tuesday at a two-day capacity-building workshop held in Ilara-Mokin, Ifedore Local Government [...]
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Toothpaste Myth Busted
The Nigerian Dental Association (NDA) has sounded a stern warning over the rising wave of false oral health information circulating on social media, urging Nigerians to seek guidance only from certified professionals. In a statement released Tuesday in Abuja, the NDA President, Dr. Emedom Elias, alongside Secretary-General Dr. Franklin Abhulimen and Chairman of the Ethics and Disciplinary […]
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DSS dismantles arms trafficking ring in Gombe, recovers RPG warheads
Operatives of the Department of State Services, DSS, have foiled a suspected arms trafficking operation in Gombe State, arresting two alleged couriers and recovering sophisticated weapons, including Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) warheads. In a statement, the Service said the suspects, Muhammed Alhaji Mohammed, 55, and Sani Gesha, 47, were intercepted at Mararaban Tula in Kaltungo […] DSS dismantles arms trafficking ring in Gombe, recovers RPG warheads
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IFGreen Industries & Investment Commissions Hybrid Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage System, Transitions To Renewable Energy
IFGreen Industries & Investment Ltd, an agro-allied processing company based in Epe, Lagos, recently announced the successful commissioning of its Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System and Battery Energy Storage System…
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2027: Nnamdi Kanu’s incarceration will affect election in South East – IPOB lawyer
Aloy Ejimakor, legal consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has said the continued detention of the Biafra agitator will affect the conduct of the 2027 general elections in the Southeast. Ejimakor said Kanu’s continued detention remains a central concern for many people in the Southeast. Posting on X, Ejimakor […] 2027: Nnamdi Kanu’s incarceration will affect election in South East – IPOB lawyer
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Top UK minister highlights ongoing military, intelligence and trade cooperation with the US
UK–US relations faced strain as Trump said ties were “not what it was”, while Darren Jones insisted cooperation remained strong and Sir Keir defended Iran decision.
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Truck crushes LASTMA officer, two others to death
Three persons, including a LASTMA officer who was on duty, were confirmed dead at the scene. The impact of the crash left the motorcycles severely damaged. The post Truck crushes LASTMA officer, two others to death appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Ronaldo leaves Saudi Arabia for Madrid following strikes
Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Saudi Arabia for Madrid, Spain, with his family following escalating tensions and strikes in the Middle East. Read More: https://punchng.com/ronaldo-leaves-saudi-arabia-for-madrid-following-strikes/
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Cristiano Ronaldo flees Saudi Arabia amid Middle East tensions
According to reports, the 41-year-old forward departed Riyadh aboard his £61 million ($81 million) Bombardier Global Express 6500 private jet. The journey to Madrid took nearly seven hours, flying over Egypt and the Mediterranean, with the aircraft landing in the Spanish capital shortly before 1 a.m. local time.
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US airstrike: American soldier speaks about Trump’s attack on Iran, post generates buzz
A Nigerian man who is currently serving as a soldier in the US Army has reacted to the attacks ordered by President Donald Trump on the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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Court Dismisses Appeal Filed Against Sanwo-Olu, Others
The Court of Appeal sitting in Lagos has dismissed an appeal filed by Prince Sammy Adebiyi and another against Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and six others. A three-man justices…
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"Happy to be back": Natasha Idibia makes big return after giving birth
Natasha Idibia resumes her legislative duties at Edo Assembly post-maternity leave, sharing an emotional return and keeping the newborn's gender a secret.
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Phone-tapping equipment: ICPC now political weapon – El-Rufai’s son, Bello
Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, who represents Kaduna North in the House of Representatives and the son of former governor Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, is being used as a political weapon against his father. He made the accusation in response to the commission’s claim that wiretapping […] Phone-tapping equipment: ICPC now political weapon – El-Rufai’s son, Bello
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EU asylum applications down as Iran concerns mount
EU asylum applications dropped by 20% in 2025, but the EU warns that the crisis in Iran could trigger refugee movements of an unprecedented magnitude. Read More: https://punchng.com/eu-asylum-applications-down-as-iran-concerns-mount/
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UN demands probe into ‘horrific’ attack on Iranian girls’ school
Secretary ​of ​State ⁠Marco Rubio said U.S. forces “would not deliberately ​target a school”, after ​Iranian ⁠state media reported over 160 were killed on the first ⁠day ​of the U.S. ​and Israeli attacks on Iran.
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CAF Secretary General To Contest Congolese Football Presidency
Véron Omba, the current Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), is anticipated in Kinshasa this Tuesday to formally submit his candidacy for the presidency of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFA). BSNSports.com.ng reports that Omba’s expected declaration is already generating considerable interest within Congolese football, with observers suggesting his entry could significantly alter […]
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Mobile Optimization And The Shift To App-Based Gambling
Gone are the days when bettors had to step into a physical casino to enjoy their favorite slot game. Today, all you need is a phone and a stable internet…
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Nasarawa Attorney General, Isaac Danladi, Nominated For Prestigious Sportsville Award
By Salifu Usman Barrister Isaac Danladi, the Nasarawa State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, has been nominated for a Special Recognition Award by Sportsville Communication Services Limited. The prestigious award ceremony, organised by Sportsville’s Board of Directors and the organising committee, is set to take place on Saturday, 28th March 2026, at the Lagos […]
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Boko Haram Terrorists Attack Geidam Yobe, Set Market, Vigilante Vehicle Ablaze
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have attacked Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State, setting parts of the local market on fire and burning a vigilante vehicle on Monday night.  A resident who spoke while hiding near the scene said flames had engulfed sections of the market. “As I am talking to you now, the market […]
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NBA kicks against CCB’S probe of Justice John Tsoho, cites exclusive NJC authority
The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has kicked against the planned probe of the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho by the Code of Conduct Bureau CCB on alleged non disclosure of some bank accounts in his assets declaration form. The umbrella body of lawyers in the country particularly condemned the […] NBA kicks against CCB’S probe of Justice John Tsoho, cites exclusive NJC authority
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Operation HADIN KAI: ‘ISWAP lied, no 20 soldiers killed,’ Nigerian Army insists
According to the statement, terrorists have been circulating old photographs and outdated media reports to create a false impression that they still possess the capacity to launch large-scale attacks.
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Bright The Seer sends strict warning to Linda Ikeji, Gossipmill, clip trends
Bright the Seer warns bloggers and journalists worldwide of troubling prophecies in a viral video, urging prayers and caution amid rising concerns for their safety.
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Ademola Lookman's Atletico Madrid handed crucial advantage ahead of Copa del Rey semifinal 2nd leg vs Barcelona
Atletico Madrid receive major boost ahead of Copa del Rey semi-final second leg clash against Barcelona, as the Catalans key players have been ruled out.
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Sophia Momodu’s lawyer files ₦1B lawsuit against Davido
They demanded a public apology, retraction of the statements, and N1 billion in damages....
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6 things iPhone 17 has that Galaxy S26 doesn’t
While Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra arrived in February with a few bells and whistles, the standard Galaxy S26 feels like a minor iteration on old hardware. The post 6 things iPhone 17 has that Galaxy S26 doesn’t appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NBA: Warriors’ Stephen Curry Out For Five More Games
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss at least five additional games due to a persistent issue with his right knee, the team announced yesterday. The Warriors plan to reevaluate Curry in ten days, meaning he will not participate in upcoming fixtures against the Clippers, Rockets, Thunder, Jazz, and Bulls. He has already been […]
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Reactions trail scary video biker Kola Onifoto shared online few days before he died in Lagos
Nigerians have reacted to a daring video shared by late Nigerian biker Kola Onifoto, some days before he lost his life in a lone Lagos crash. The video is trending.
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