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Nvidia Posts Record $81.6bn Quarterly Revenue On AI Spending Boom
Net profit surged to $58.3 billion, more than tripling from $18.8 billion in the year-earlier period. The post Nvidia Posts Record $81.6bn Quarterly Revenue On AI Spending Boom appeared first on Channels Television.
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Ogu, Udeachara, Onuoha win PDP Senate tickets in Abia
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has announced the winners of its senatorial primary elections in Abia State. They are Jude Udeachara (Abia North), Bob Ogu (Abia Central), and Chinyere Onuoha (Abia South). Jude Udeachara, who was the PDP House of Representatives candidate in 2019, polled 39,740 votes to win in Abia North. Bob Ogu, who […] Ogu, Udeachara, Onuoha win PDP Senate tickets in Abia
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Coalition Reveals What Killing of ISIS Commander Means in Nigeria’s Counter-Terrorism
A Nigerian coalition says the elimination of ISIS-linked commander Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki demonstrates improved counter-terrorism coordination and effectiveness.
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US indicts former Cuban leader Raúl Castro
​The United States government is set to prosecute Raúl Modesto Castro Ruz, 94, the President of Cuba between 2008 and 2018, and brother of the late Fidel Castro. Also charged are Lorenzo Alberto Perez‑Perez, Emilio José Palacio Blanco, José Fidel Gual Barzaga, Raul Simanca Cardenas, and Luis Raul Gonzalez‑Pardo Rodriguez In the indictment the Department […] US indicts former Cuban leader Raúl Castro
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Odunuga-Bakare clinches Lagos APC ticket after Desmond Elliot’s exit
Barakat Odunuga-Bakare has won the Surulere Constituency I APC primary election after incumbent Desmond Elliot withdrew from the race. Read More: https://punchng.com/odunuga-bakare-clinches-lagos-apc-ticket-after-desmond-elliots-exit/
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Zulum supervises APC’s state assembly primaries in Mafa
“I urge you to eschew bitterness and carry everyone along in your discharge of legislative duties and responsibilities and your services to your constituency,” Zulum advised.
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Jigawa Speaker Dangyatin emerges APC consensus candidate for Miga 2027 polls
Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the Miga State Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The APC representative from the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, Usman Dange, announced this while addressing journalists after the conclusion of the party’s […] Jigawa Speaker Dangyatin emerges APC consensus candidate for Miga 2027 polls
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Fubara withdraws from Rivers APC governorship primaries
Mr Fubara promised to support whoever emerges the party governorship flag bearer The post Fubara withdraws from Rivers APC governorship primaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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APC has machinery to resolve post-primary crisis – Yilwatda
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, has said the party already has systems in place to settle disagreements that may come up after its primary elections.
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Thugs in Nigeria fly first class, says Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan decries political thuggery in Nigeria, calling for urgent electoral and judicial reforms to strengthen the nation’s demo Read More: https://punchng.com/thugs-in-nigeria-fly-first-class-says-jonathan/
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Zamfara APC senatorial primaries: Shinkafi vows to take important action
Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi to contest exclusion from APC senatorial primary, alleging unconstitutional directives and calling for a boycott amid political thuggery.
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Atiku unveils economic rescue, security plans at ADC screening
Atiku Abubakar presents his economic rescue plan and security strategy at the ADC screening, aiming to tackle Nigeria’s economic and security crises. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-unveils-economic-rescue-security-plans-at-adc-screening/
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Zamfara govt gives free medical treatment to 6,842 persons
The free medical treatment programme began in August 2023 and was provided at Yariman Bakura Special Hospital, General Hospital Gusau, Eye Centre Gusau, and Farida Hospital The post Zamfara govt gives free medical treatment to 6,842 persons appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2027: Fubara Shelves Second Term Ambition
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced his withdrawal from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in the state. Fubara made this known in a statement personally signed on Wednesday, saying he would support whoever emerges as the party’s candidate. “After deep reflection and extensive consultations with my family, friends, and associates, I […] The post 2027: Fubara Shelves Second Term Ambition appeared first on OsunDefender.
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‘Only someone with mental issue will say that’ – Kwankwaso on allegation of working for Tinubu
A chieftain of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has reacted to the allegations that he was working for president Bola Tinubu. Speaking during an interview on Global Television on Wednesday, Kwankwaso said only foolish people would say that. DAILY POST recalls that Sanusi Bature, spokesman of Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, had said that […] ‘Only someone with mental issue will say that’ – Kwankwaso on allegation of working for Tinubu
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Oyo 2027: APC gives green light to 11 governorship hopefuls
All 11 people who bought nomination forms to contest for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Oyo State have been cleared to take part in the party primary election scheduled for Thursday.
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U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos land in Abidjan for Guinea showdown 
Nigeria’s Flamingos have arrived in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire ahead of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Guinea. The contingent traveled aboard Asky Airlines from Lagos with a stopover in Lomé, Togo, before landing at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan. The players and their officials are lodged at Seen Hotel, Abidjan. […] U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos land in Abidjan for Guinea showdown 
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2027: APC clears Tuggar, Bala Wunti for Bauchi governorship race
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has cleared Nigeria’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and Bala Wunti, former Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), to contest the party’s governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 Bauchi State election.
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248 crime suspects arrested in Kano
Those arrested include 18 armed robbery suspects; five suspected kidnappers; 32 suspected drug dealers; 12 suspected motor vehicle thieves; 11 tricycle thieves; six motorcycle thieves; 15 suspected thieves; and 149 suspects for violent public disturbance.
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Army acquires more drones to boost combat operations
The Nigerian Army acquires new TP-2 drones and reconfigures its aviation assets to enhance surveillance, precision strikes, and combat effectiveness. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-acquires-more-drones-to-boost-combat-operations/
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Ex-Imo Deputy Gov Madumere Emerges PDP Candidate For Imo East Senatorial Seat
Madumere emerged through a consensus arrangement during the PDP senatorial primary election held at the party’s state secretariat in Owerri. The post Ex-Imo Deputy Gov Madumere Emerges PDP Candidate For Imo East Senatorial Seat appeared first on Channels Television.
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US Enforces Law To Crack Down On Sexual Deepfakes
President Donald Trump signed the Take It Down Act last year, criminalizing the online distribution of non-consensual sexual imagery that is often created using cheap and widely available artificial intelligence tools. The post US Enforces Law To Crack Down On Sexual Deepfakes appeared first on Channels Television.
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NDLEA uncovers ‘largest’ meth lab in Nigeria, arrests three Mexicans, Nigerians
The operation, carried out by operatives of its Special Operations Unit (SOU), led to the discovery of an industrial-scale methamphetamine production facility hidden inside a forest in Ijebu area of Ogun State. The post NDLEA uncovers ‘largest’ meth lab in Nigeria, arrests three Mexicans, Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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BREAKING: Aston Villa thrash Freiburg to win Europa League final
Aston Villa have won this year’s Europa League final, after they hammered Freiburg 3-0 on Wednesday night. The Premier League side came into the game at Istanbul as favourites and immediately made their dominance count. Unai Emery’s men went into the break two goals up, thanks to sensational strikes from Youri Tielemans and Emi Buendia. After the […] BREAKING: Aston Villa thrash Freiburg to win Europa League final
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Farmers, CRIN to modernise Nigeria’s cocoa, coffee value chains
Farmers and CRIN partner to modernise Nigeria’s cocoa and coffee value chains, focusing on production, research, farmer empowerment, and sustainability. Read More: https://punchng.com/farmers-crin-to-modernise-nigerias-cocoa-coffee-value-chains/
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BamBam sparks reactions with dancing video after Teddy A’s confession
Bambam shares a joyous video dancing at a wedding amid Teddy A's confession about their marriage, sparking reactions from fans and renewed speculation.
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Female police officer, pedestrian killed in Gombe truck crash
A female police officer and another person have died after a truck crashed into shops at New Mile 3 Market along the Gombe–Yola highway on Wednesday. The truck, which was carrying bags of grain, reportedly lost control after suffering brake failure and slammed into roadside shops. Two other people, including the driver, were injured in the […] Female police officer, pedestrian killed in Gombe truck crash
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Aston Villa Crush Freiburg To Win Europa League
Youri Tielemans fired Villa ahead with an exquisite volley on 41 minutes and Emiliano Buendia curled in a superb strike from outside the box before half-time. The post Aston Villa Crush Freiburg To Win Europa League appeared first on Channels Television.
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Tension in Ekiti APC as Groups Allege Fraud in House of Reps Primaries
Ekiti APC stakeholders have called on President Bola Tinubu to investigate alleged irregularities in the party’s primaries in Ekiti North Federal Constituency II.
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Naira exchange rate today, May 20, 2026: Nigerian currency appreciates as CBN holds interest rate
The Naira eased against the dollar on Wednesday at the official foreign exchange market after the Central Bank of Nigeria held the interest rate at 26.50 percent. CBN’s data showed that the Naira strengthened slightly to N1,373.34 per dollar on Wednesday from N1,373.87 exchange on Tuesday. This means that the Naira strengthened marginally by N0.5 […] Naira exchange rate today, May 20, 2026: Nigerian currency appreciates as CBN holds interest rate
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Breaking: Tonye Cole pulls out of Rivers APC governorship race
Tonye Cole withdraws from the APC governorship race in Rivers State, prioritising party unity ahead of the 2027 elections, following extensive consultations.
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First HoldCo’s Otedola Pledges $100m for Dangote Refinery Ahead of IPO
Chairman of First HoldCo, Femi Otedola, has told reporters he plans to invest $100 million in the Dangote Refinery as part of the refinery’s ongoing private-placement drive ahead of a planned initial public offering (IPO). Otedola announced the intended investment on Wednesday after leading a delegation of First HoldCo executives on a tour of the […]
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Tinubu vs Peter Obi/Atiku: Popular prophet reveals divine revelation on 2027 election winner, others
A prophet has shared a prediction on the outcome of the 2027 presidential election amid rising political activity and opposition moves ahead of the contest.
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APC Primaries Most Competitive Ever, Says Chairman
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda has described the party’s ongoing primaries as the “most competitive ever in the history of Nigeria,” citing the large number of aspirants participating across the country.   Yilwatda spoke with journalists after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the President’s Lagos residence. […]
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Read how lady bagged degree from UI despite financial challenges
A University of Ibadan medical student who faced financial challenges celebrated as she finally bagged a degree. Her experience caught people’s attention.
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Advocacy group urges govt to establish spinal cord injury rehabilitation facility
The group urged the government to set up a rehabilitation facility for victims of spinal cord injuries. The post Advocacy group urges govt to establish spinal cord injury rehabilitation facility appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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