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Egypt vs Nigeria’s pre-AFCON friendly match postponed to December 16 after FIFA’s directive
Egypt vs Nigeria's pre-AFCON friendly match has been rescheduled after FIFA's directive on player availability, now set for December 16 instead of December 14.
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Ex-Army chief Yahaya denies terrorism financing allegations
Former Army Chief Lt.-Gen. Farouk Yahaya denies baseless terrorism financing allegations, attributing them to a personal vendetta and demanding a retractio Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-army-chief-yahaya-denies-terrorism-financing-allegations/
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"Wetin u know?" Shallipopi fires back as Daniel Regha tears his new album apart
Shallipopi has responded to popular online critic Daniel Regha after the latter delivered a scathing review of the singer’s newly released album, Auracle.
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Liverpool Blow Two-Goal Lead As Leeds Fightback In 3-3 Draw
A point leaves Liverpool languishing in eighth in the table and showing no signs of arresting an alarming slide since they clinched a record-equalling 20th title last season. The post Liverpool Blow Two-Goal Lead As Leeds Fightback In 3-3 Draw appeared first on Channels Television.
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EPL: Leeds score late to shock Liverpool in 3-3 draw
After a quiet first half, Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitiké scored twice in two minutes, putting Liverpool 2-0 ahead early in the second half.
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Shettima launches N1b family business grant initiative in Akwa Ibom
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday launched a N1 billion family-based business grant initiative in the Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency of Akwa Ibom State, describing the programme as a practical model for turning democratic promises into real economic empowerment at The post Shettima launches N1b family business grant initiative in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Torres hat-trick helps Barca down Betis to extend Liga lead
Ferran Torres netted a first-half hat-trick to help Barcelona thrash Real Betis 5-3 and move four points clear at the top of La Liga on Saturday. Lamine Yamal and Roony Bardghji scored the other goals as the champions racked up The post Torres hat-trick helps Barca down Betis to extend Liga lead appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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The Kissi Agyebeng Removal Bid: A Look at the Numbers
On average, the Kissi Agyebeng-led OSP has an annual conviction rate that is roughly 2.7 times higher than the entire State’s (AG and EOCO combined) conviction rate over the period. In other words, the Kissi Agyebeng-led OSP is securing convictions at a rate that is almost 3 times faster than the other state agencies. Should Kissi Agyebeng be removed or should the OSP be scrapped? The numbers say NO.
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Ooni launches Ojaja varsity, Ile-Ife campus
The Permanent Chairman, Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC) and Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, on
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Bundesliga: Kane scores hat-trick as Bayern Munich beat Stuttgart 5-0
Relive the action as a stunning Harry Kane hat-trick off the bench helps Bayern Munich to a dominant 5-0 victory over 10-man Stuttgart in the Bundesliga. Read More: https://punchng.com/bundesliga-kane-scores-hat-trick-as-bayern-munich-beat-stuttgart-5-0/
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Ex-COAS Buratai Denies Links With Terrorism Financiers
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai (Rtd), has denied links with suspected terrorism financiers in Nigeria. Buratai, in a statement issued by Brig-Gen. Sani Usman (Rtd), gave the disclaimer while reacting to online media reports (not LEADERSHIP) linking him with individuals suspected to be terrorism financiers. He described the allegations as “false, unfounded, […]
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Liverpool humbled again by Leeds fightback for 3-3 draw
Slot's faith in Ibrahima Konate will again by questioned after the French centre-back conceded a penalty that began the Leeds fightback. The post Liverpool humbled again by Leeds fightback for 3-3 draw appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Constitutional amendment bill seeks to create new 182 legislative seats for women
Nigeria is on the verge of one of the most consequential constitutional amendments in its democratic history as the Reserved Seats for Women Bill moves through the National Assembly, proposing the creation of 182 new legislative seats exclusively for women The post Constitutional amendment bill seeks to create new 182 legislative seats for women appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Security is everybody’s business – Lagos Speaker, Obasa
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has said that security is everybody’s business. Obasa made the assertion at a stakeholders meeting of the All Progressives Congress, APC, held on Saturday in Lagos. In a statement made available to DAILY POST, Obasa noted that everyone must be concerned about the security of […] Security is everybody’s business – Lagos Speaker, Obasa
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Sultan hails Ooni for establishing varsity
The Sultan of Sokoto commends the Ooni of Ife for establishing the Ojaja University Ile-Ife campus, a legacy project for arts, culture, and innovation. Read More: https://punchng.com/sultan-hails-ooni-for-establishing-varsity/
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Police charge two elders for breaking into late Lanre Razak’s Block Industry
After an investigation by the Oracle Unit of the Command, the defendants were charged before the Igbosere Magistrate’s Court sitting at the Tinubu Magistrate’s Court on a three-count charge of conspiracy, malicious damage and stealing.
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NAF Jet Crashes In Niger State, Pilots Eject Safely
The Nigerian Air Force said it is probing the incident. The post NAF Jet Crashes In Niger State, Pilots Eject Safely appeared first on Channels Television.
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Arsenal vs Aston Villa: He proved people wrong – Keown names man-of-the-match
Former Arsenal star, Martin Keown has named captain Martin Odegaard as the man-of-the-match during the Gunners’ Premier League 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday. According to Keown, the Norway midfielder proved a lot of people wrong during the encounter. Two goals from Matty Cash and Emiliano Buendia ensured Unai Emery’s men defeated the Premier […] Arsenal vs Aston Villa: He proved people wrong – Keown names man-of-the-match
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Akwa Ibom sacks doctor, nurse over death of woman, newborn during childbirth
An official said that, beyond outright dismissal, other health workers had also faced disciplinary action, including demotion, after appearing before the Civil Service Commission’s disciplinary committee. The post Akwa Ibom sacks doctor, nurse over death of woman, newborn during childbirth appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EPL: Ian Wright pinpoints big mistake Arsenal made during 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa
Former Arsenal star, Ian Wright has pinpointed the big mistake the Gunners made during their Premier League 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday. Recall that Matty Cash gave Unai Emery’s side the lead before Leandro Trossard equalized for Arsenal. But a late second-half goal from Emi Buendia gave the hosts the victory against Mikel […] EPL: Ian Wright pinpoints big mistake Arsenal made during 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa
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Aston Villa Halt Arsenal 18-match Unbeaten Run As Man City Close Gap To 2 Points
Aston Villa ended Arsenal’s 18-match unbeaten run to blow the Premier League title race wide open on Saturday as Manchester City beat Sunderland 3-0 to close within two points of the leaders. Emiliano Buendia’s stoppage time strike secured a 2-1 victory for Villa and a ninth win in 10 league games since taking just three […]
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VP Shettima Launches ₦1bn Family Business Grant Initiative In Akwa Ibom
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Saturday, launched a N1billion family-based business grant initiative in Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency of Akwa Ibom State, describing the programme as a model for translating democratic promises into tangible economic empowerment at the grassroots level. He said the administration of President Bola Tinubu was committed to interventions that directly uplift […]
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Diaspora Group urges Tinubu to probe Tunji-Ojo’s credentials
Concerned Nigerians in the Diaspora (UK) have again urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, take immediate action regarding the growing controversy over the academic credentials of his Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The group, led by Abanikanda Olumoro, issued the statement early Thursday December 4, 2025 following recent media reports that London Metropolitan University had acknowledged [...]
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Nigeria allocates $200m to cushion health donor cuts — FG
The Federal Government says it has allocated $200 million as an emergency intervention to cushion the impact of declining donor funds on Nigeria’s health programmes, reaffirming its commitment to sustaining essential services and protecting decades of health gains.
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FG clarifies subject choices in new senior secondary curriculum
“A student may register for any of these subjects if the school offers them and the student has been taught the subject. The post FG clarifies subject choices in new senior secondary curriculum appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Rivers crisis: PDP mentions next line of action against defected lawmakers
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has disclosed the next line of action against some members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who defected to APC.
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DVLA to roll out digitised accident reports, new number plates and 24-hour services
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that it is set to introduce a series of major innovations aimed at modernising its operations and improving service delivery nationwide.
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COAS tasks 250 commissioned officers to uphold loyalty, discipline
The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged newly commissioned officers to place national interest above all else and uphold absolute loyalty to the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director Army Public Relations, in a statement, said General Shaibu gave the charge on Saturday, […] COAS tasks 250 commissioned officers to uphold loyalty, discipline
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Police inspector shot dead at checkpoint
The police have confirmed the killing of the officer. The post Police inspector shot dead at checkpoint appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Governor Sani Advances $200m Kaduna–China Poultry Project In Beijing, To Create 350,000 Jobs
The governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has visited Beijing to advance final agreements with the Chinese Government on a pioneering Model Integrated Poultry Development Project in Kaduna State, a landmark initiative expected to create 350,000 direct and indirect jobs and generate over USD $450 million annually. A statement issued by the State’s Commissioner […]
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Edo demolishes buildings linked to cultism
The Edo State Government has begun demolishing buildings in Uromi linked to cultism as part of a major crackdown on criminal activities in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-demolishes-buildings-linked-to-cultism/
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SWAT nabs man accused of breaking into Yaba property, stealing
Police prosecutor Inspector Reuben Solomon told the court that the alleged offences occurred on 9 March 2025 and were part of an attempt by the defendant to take over the property unlawfully.
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Police officers in Kwara undergo training to build mental resilience
Learn how an NGO is improving police mental health in Kwara State by training senior officers on mental resilience, stress management, and burnout. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-officers-in-kwara-undergo-training-to-build-mental-resilience/
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Mediators Qatar, Egypt Call For Next Steps In Gaza Truce
The measures were spelt out in the US- and UN-backed peace plan that has largely halted fighting, though the warring parties have yet to agree on how to move forward from the deal's first phase. The post Mediators Qatar, Egypt Call For Next Steps In Gaza Truce appeared first on Channels Television.
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Nasarawa LP elects new executives
The Nasarawa Labour Party has elected new executives, with Alexander Ombugu as Chairman, in preparation for the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-lp-elects-new-executives/
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Team Nigeria depart for African Youth Chess Championship in Zimbabwe
By Andrew Abah  Team Nigeria athletes comprising of Deborah Quickpen, Chiamaka Nwankwo, Zita Agusionu, Jason Nwankwo, Olakitan Elegbede, Adeola Elegbede, Bayefa Oyeinkeperemo and Goodness Ekunke have departed the country on Saturday morning for Harare, Zimbabwe to represent Nigeria in the African Youth Chess Championship (AYCC). The Chess Championship will run from December 6-14th  with several [...]
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