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Lagosians in diaspora endorse Hamzat for gov 
A coalition of Lagosians in the diaspora endorses Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for governor in 2027, citing his experience and leadership qualities. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagosians-in-diaspora-endorse-hamzat-for-gov/
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My child pointed at my best friend and mentioned his dad — Then came the shock
At her husband's 40th birthday, a mother uncovers a secret in her best friend's tattoo, leading to revelations about trust, betrayal, and family dynamics.
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Politicians who want to win elections should align with APC — National secretary
APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru claims the party is the only viable platform for politicians who want to win elections ahead of the 2027 polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/politicians-who-want-to-win-elections-should-align-with-apc-national-secretary/
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Ex-gov rejects ‘fake’ APC primary results in Gombe Central, urges calm
Ex-Gombe Gov. Danjuma Goje rejects purported results from the Gombe APC primary for the Central Senatorial District, urging supporters to await official ne Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-gov-rejects-fake-apc-primary-results-in-gombe-central-urges-calm/
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Gunmen storm San Diego Mosque, kill three before dying by suicide
Three people were killed in a deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in the city, as United States law enforcement authorities launched a major investigation into what police described as a possible hate crime.
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After my grandma died, my husband wanted her house sold fast — Then I discovered his secret
After my grandmother's death, a hidden letter in the attic revealed secrets that changed everything about my marriage and home in Portland, Oregon.
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Nigeria’s oil production: We must do more
Nigeria’s slow rebound in crude oil production to around 1.66 million barrels per day is good news, but it should not be treated as a major victory. After years of painful decline caused by oil theft, pipeline attacks, the departure of foreign oil companies and policy confusion, the recovery simply means the Federal Government has […] The post Nigeria’s oil production: We must do more appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Comrade Edwin Madunagu’s long march to 80
By SOLAR Collective May 15, 2026, marked the 80th birthday of one of Nigeria’s most enduring revolutionary intellectuals — Edwin Ikechukwu Madunagu: mathematician, journalist, Marxist theorist, archivist, teacher, agitator, and organiser. For more than five decades, Edwin Madunagu has stood firmly on the side of workers, students, women, peasants, and the oppressed. While governments changed, dictators […] The post Comrade Edwin Madunagu’s long march to 80 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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UNIBUJA student wins Amnesty International intervarsity debate
Amra Onize of the University of Abuja has won the 2026 Amnesty International Nigeria Intervarsity Human Rights Debate, topping students from 24 universitie Read More: https://punchng.com/unibuja-student-wins-amnesty-international-intervarsity-debate/
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Elite capture and death of democracy, by Dakuku Peterside
Democracy does not always die with the sound of boots, bullets, or decrees. Sometimes it dies quietly, under the cover of legality, procedure, and familiar political language. The constitution remains intact. Party offices remain open. Primaries are announced. Delegates assemble. Leaders speak solemnly of unity. Yet, behind the ceremony, the substance of democracy may already have […] The post Elite capture and death of democracy, by Dakuku Peterside appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lawal sets up committee for 3rd anniversary of ‘Rescue Administration’
Governor Lawal assumed office on 29 May 2023, as the 5th civilian Governor of Zamfara State. Over the past three years, the governor has advanced reforms and delivered many impactful projects The post Lawal sets up committee for 3rd anniversary of ‘Rescue Administration’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup
Neymar makes a surprise return to the Brazil squad for his fourth World Cup. See the full 26-man roster named by coach Carlo Ancelotti for the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/neymar-back-in-brazil-squad-for-fourth-world-cup/
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Pep Guardiola set to leave Manchester City – Reports
Reports indicate Pep Guardiola is leaving Man City after this season, ending his trophy-filled tenure. Could this weekend be his farewell? Read More: https://punchng.com/pep-guardiola-set-to-leave-manchester-city-reports/
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ADC screens over 70 governorship aspirants ahead of primaries
ADC said the exercise proceeded smoothly, with two screening panels handling 35 aspirants each. The post ADC screens over 70 governorship aspirants ahead of primaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: Orji Kalu, Atuma win APC senatorial tickets in Abia
Mr Kalu secured the party’s ticket with a landslide victory over his lone challenger, Philips Nto. The post 2027: Orji Kalu, Atuma win APC senatorial tickets in Abia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ECOWAS court orders FG to decongest prisons in six months
The ECOWAS Court of Justice has ordered Nigeria to decongest its prisons, citing human rights violations for thousands of awaiting-trial inmates. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-court-orders-fg-to-decongest-prisons-in-six-months/
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2027: Dafinone defeats Omo-Agege, wins APC senatorial ticket in Delta
Mr Omo-Agege has, however, announced himself the winner of the primary, despite the APC’s declaration of Mr Dafinone as the winner. The post 2027: Dafinone defeats Omo-Agege, wins APC senatorial ticket in Delta appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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APC Primaries: Adebule emerges Lagos West candidate unopposed
Mrs Adebule, a former deputy governor of Lagos State, won through affirmation as the sole aspirant for the party’s primary through direct primary system. The post APC Primaries: Adebule emerges Lagos West candidate unopposed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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I used my pocket money to feed a difficult classmate — 30 years later, he sent me a package
A medical crisis leads to an unexpected reunion, revealing how small acts of kindness can have life-changing impacts. Discover this profound story of generosity.
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US to screen for Ebola at airports, one American infected
The United States said Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travelers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services. The post US to screen for Ebola at airports, one American infected appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Arsenal edge Burnley to move within touching distance of EPL title
Arsenal secure a 1-0 win over Burnley, moving within touching distance of their first EPL title in 22 years thanks to a Kai Havertz goal. Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-edge-burnley-to-move-within-touching-distance-of-epl-title/
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My step siblings abandoned our 81-year-old grandma over a restaurant bill — I got revenge
In a family crisis, one sibling confronts step-siblings after they abandon their grandmother, revealing true character and reshaping family dynamics forever.
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Governor Abiodun wins Ogun East APC senatorial ticket
According to figures announced by the Chief Returning Officer for Ogun East, Dr Wale Bello, Abiodun scored 75,550 votes out of a total of 99,503 votes cast to emerge victorious. Gbenga Daniel polled 398 votes, while Bukola Braimoh secured 29 votes. The post Governor Abiodun wins Ogun East APC senatorial ticket appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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US To Screen For Ebola At Airports
The measures shared by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health Organization has declared the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) an international health emergency. The post US To Screen For Ebola At Airports appeared first on Channels Television.
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Neymar Included In Brazil’s 2026 World Cup Squad (FULL LIST)
The forward, a veteran of the 2014, 2018, and 2022 World Cups, had not played for Brazil since suffering a knee injury during a World Cup qualifying game against Uruguay in 2023. The post Neymar Included In Brazil’s 2026 World Cup Squad (FULL LIST) appeared first on Channels Television.
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APC Primaries: Senate spokesperson, other serving Ekiti senators win return tickets
The trio emerged winners of the APC senatorial primaries conducted across the three senatorial districts of the state on Monday. The post APC Primaries: Senate spokesperson, other serving Ekiti senators win return tickets appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EPL: Arsenal move five points clear after slim win over Burnley
Kai Havertz rose above everyone in the box to head the ball into the net for the only goal of the match. The post EPL: Arsenal move five points clear after slim win over Burnley appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How police foiled violence at APC senatorial primary in Lagos
Lagos Police Command on Monday, rescued at least 15 persons who sustained injuries in a fracas that erupted during the Alimosho All Progressives Congress, APC West Senatorial District primary on Monday. The post How police foiled violence at APC senatorial primary in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad
The inclusion of Neymar, Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, was the biggest surprise in the 26-man squad named by coach Carlo Ancelotti. The post Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027: Godswill Akpabio secures APC ticket for Akwa Ibom North West
Incumbent Senate President Godswill Akpabio has secured the APC senatorial ticket for Akwa Ibom North West ahead of the coming 2027 general elections.
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Kano politics takes new turn as Gov Yusuf issues threat to Kwankwaso, reason emerges
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has issued a direct and confrontational threat to his estranged political godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and his reason has emerged.
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Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, two attackers dead
Police said emergency response teams found the victims outside the sprawling Islamic Center of San Diego, before later finding the shooters, aged 19 and 17, also dead. The post Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, two attackers dead appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Guardiola to leave Man City at end of the season – Reports
Pep Guardiola is set to bring his trophy-laden decade in charge of Manchester City to an end this weekend, according to multiple reports on Monday. The post Guardiola to leave Man City at end of the season – Reports appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Two die in Plateau road crash 
Two people are confirmed dead in a fatal Plateau road crash in Kwang community. The FRSC attributed the accident to reckless driving and speeding. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-in-plateau-road-crash/
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Police arrest bandit informant linked to deadly attack in Katsina
Katsina State police have arrested a 45-year-old bandit informant linked to kidnapping, cattle rustling, and a fatal attack on Sayaya Village. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-bandit-informant-linked-to-deadly-attack-in-katsina/
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After 15 years in the Senate, Goje loses APC primary
Mr Goje, who has held the seat since 2011, was defeated by Jarman Deba in the primary election. The post After 15 years in the Senate, Goje loses APC primary appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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