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EPL: Man City see off Wolves to return to winning ways
Omar Marmoush scored his first Premier League goal of the season to help Manchester City return to winning ways by easing past bottom side Wolves at Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s The post EPL: Man City see off Wolves to return to winning ways appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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BREAKING: Fire outbreak in Lagos estate
A fire outbreak has occurred at the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate in Lagos. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is on the scene battling the blaze. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-fire-outbreak-in-lagos-estate/
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Ondo Police probe illegal clinic linked to maternal death
The Police in Ondo State have commenced investigations into an alleged case involving the operation of an illegal medical facility linked to a maternal death in Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. The post Ondo Police probe illegal clinic linked to maternal death appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Breaking: Massive Fire outbreak rips through Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate
 A massive fire outbreak erupted Saturday evening at the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate in the Mile 2 area of Lagos, prompting a swift response from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other emergency teams.
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Victor Osimhen becomes fastest player to reach 50 goals for Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen scored in Galatasaray's 3-1 win over Fatih Karagumruk, marking his 50th goal and becoming the fastest player to reach this milestone in club history.
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Lagos lawmaker dumps Labour Party for ADC
A Lagos lawmaker, Mrs Foluke Osafile, defects from the Labour Party to the ADC. Find out the reasons for her move and what it means for her constituency. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-lawmaker-dumps-labour-party-for-adc/
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Victor Moses signs for FC Kaysar Kyzylorda
Former Super Eagles star Victor Moses completes a transfer to FC Kaysar Kyzylorda. The ex-Chelsea player signs a one-year deal for the 2026 season. Read More: https://punchng.com/victor-moses-signs-for-fc-kaysar-kyzylorda/
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Osimhen, Chukwueze score as Super Eagles stars return with goals from Morocco
Akor Adams also scored from the penalty spot in the 56th minute, sealing the win for Sevilla in the LALIGA clash against Athletic Bilbao The post Osimhen, Chukwueze score as Super Eagles stars return with goals from Morocco appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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From TikTok star to law student: Peller announces admission to Lagos private varsity
TikTok sensation Peller (Habeeb Hamzat) announces his admission into a private Lagos university to study law, responding to critics of his education. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-tiktok-star-to-law-student-peller-announces-admission-to-lagos-private-varsity/
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Gov. Yusuf sacks political adviser, appoints replacement
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has relieved Sunusi Surajo-Kwankwaso of his appointment as Political Adviser, citing poor performance. The post Gov. Yusuf sacks political adviser, appoints replacement appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu secures massive $20 billion Shell Deal for Deepwater Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has secured a significant vote of confidence in Nigeria's oil and gas sector, with Shell announcing plans for a potential $20 billion investment in the long-delayed Bonga South West deepwater oilfield, following high-level discussions and targeted government incentives.
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Osun APC youths unveil campaign teams in six LGs
The Osun APC youths have launched campaign committees in six local government areas for grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2026 governorship election. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-apc-youths-unveil-campaign-teams-in-six-lgs/
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Western regional lands officer enstooled Divisional Chief of New Juaben
A 44-year-old Western Regional Lands Officer has been enstooled as the Ntotoyɛhene (Chief of Staff) of the New Juaben Traditional Area in the Eastern Region.
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Lagos lawmaker Osafile dumps LP, joins ADC
Osafile said this step was taken to serve the interests of her constituency better and secure a brighter future for them. The post Lagos lawmaker Osafile dumps LP, joins ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fire Razes Building In Lagos
The incident comes a month after a fire broke out on December 24, 2025, at the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) House located at 47/57 Martins Street. The post Fire Razes Building In Lagos appeared first on Channels Television.
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After 10-year Feud, Tonto Dikeh Reconciles with Ex-Husband Churchill
After 10-year long public feud, Nollywood star actress, Tonto Dikeh, has reconciled with her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. The actress announced the development in a statement on Saturday, describing the reconciliation as a restoration after years of conflict, broken communication, bitterness, and emotional pain. She said peace and mutual respect have now replaced the hostility that [...]
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Power rotation: Gbajabiamila pushes for legal framework
Gbajabiamila expressed President Bola Tinubu’s administration's commitment to engaging Nigerians across all divides in a spirit of fairness, inclusion and shared responsibility. The post Power rotation: Gbajabiamila pushes for legal framework appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Man shares how he secured job as a lecturer at 22 years old
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man shared how he got a job as a lecturer at the age of 22. Netizens reacted.
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Fire breaks out at Alaba Suru in Lagos
The extent of property damage and any casualties as a result of the fire has not been confirmed. The post Fire breaks out at Alaba Suru in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Just In: Fire guts Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate
Inferno has gutted some buildings at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Mile 2, Lagos on Saturday evening. The post Just In: Fire guts Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Bandits kill two Benue Community Guards as residents flee community
According to him, the bandits appeared to have become aware of the arrangement with the police and returned in large numbers days later. The post Bandits kill two Benue Community Guards as residents flee community appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Six Arrested Over Abduction of Six-Year-Old Boy in Gombe
Six people have been arrested over the alleged abduction of six-year-old Habibu Appolos from Nyuwar Village in Balanga Local Government Area, Gombe State. According to Zagazola Makama, the boy was reportedly kidnapped in August 2025 by unknown assailants. On January 22, 2026, he was found in the custody of 14-year-old Zubaina Abubakar from Kumuru via […] The post Six Arrested Over Abduction of Six-Year-Old Boy in Gombe appeared first on OsunDefender.
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EPL: Bournemouth beat Liverpool 3-2, end reds’ 13-game unbeaten run
Bournemouth ended Liverpool’s 13-game unbeaten run with a dramatic 3-2 victory, thanks to a 95th-minute winner. Get the full EPL match report. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-bournemouth-beat-liverpool-3-2-end-reds-13-game-unbeaten-run/
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Nigeria needs to adjust budgets to match economic reality — Rewane
Financial expert Bismarck Rewane urges Nigeria to right-size its budget to reflect current economic realities, ensuring fiscal credibility and stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-to-adjust-budgets-to-match-economic-reality-rewane/
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Kano Govt Cautions Yusuf’s Supporters Over Comments Against Kwankwaso
The Kano State Government has warned supporters of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to refrain from insulting or making provocative statements against the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The Director General of Media and Publicity at Government House, Kano, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, issued the warning during the distribution of motorcycles to […] The post Kano Govt Cautions Yusuf’s Supporters Over Comments Against Kwankwaso appeared first on OsunDefender.
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NELFUND: Tinubu govt denies asking students to repay loans
The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration has dismissed claims that it is demanding Nigerian students repay loans. This comes amid reports that Tinubu had asked Nigerian students to repay their debt to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Reacting to the development, a presidential media aide, Olusegun Dada, urged Nigerians to disregard the rumours. In […] NELFUND: Tinubu govt denies asking students to repay loans
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Hajj-Umrah Nigeria Expo 2026 Holds Jan. 28
Nigeria next week will host the Hajj–Umrah Nigeria Expo 2026, an international event designed to improve how Hajj and Umrah are planned and delivered in Nigeria, while also positioning the country as a regional centre for faith-based tourism and pilgrimage management. The expo is scheduled for 28–30 January 2026 at the National Mosque Conference Hall, [...]
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Tinubu’s education reforms boost access, stability in varsities — Minister
Discover how President Tinubu’s education reforms, including student loans, are creating opportunities and strengthening stability in Nigerian universities Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubus-education-reforms-boost-access-stability-in-varsities-minister/
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NELFUND dismisses loan repayment rumours, assures students of protection under law
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has debunked widespread reports suggesting that beneficiaries of the federal government’s student loan scheme have been instructed to begin repayment, describing the claims as false, misleading and capable of causing needless panic among students. The post NELFUND dismisses loan repayment rumours, assures students of protection under law appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kano commissioner pledges loyalty to Kwankwaso, NNPP after gov’s defection
Amid the governor’s defection, Kano Commissioner Adamu Aliyu Kibiya reaffirms his loyalty to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and the NNPP, clarifying his stance. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-commissioner-pledges-loyalty-to-kwankwaso-nnpp-after-govs-defection/
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LaLiga: Akor scores for second consecutive game as Sevilla end winless streak
Akor Adams scored for the second consecutive game to help Sevilla beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1. Akor rose from the bench to bag a brace in the Rojiblancos clash with Elche in midweek. The Nigeria international netted the winning goal for Sevilla in the mid-table clash with Athletic Bilbao. Matias Almeyda’s side ended a run of […] LaLiga: Akor scores for second consecutive game as Sevilla end winless streak
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Governor Yusuf sends message to supporters over Kwankwaso
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has warned his supporters on the personality of the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Kwankwaso, amid political tension.
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Abia council chairmen raise alarm over illegal collection of voters’ data
The Chairman of Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, Chinedu Enwereuzo, has cautioned residents against releasing their Permanent Voter’s Cards, National Identification Numbers, Bank Verification Numbers, and bank account details to individuals or groups. He said no government agency has authorised the collection of such information from the public. According to the council […] Abia council chairmen raise alarm over illegal collection of voters’ data
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Kano warns against insulting Kwankwaso
The Kano State Government has issued a stern warning against insulting Rabiu Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, amid rising political tensions Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-warns-against-insulting-kwankwaso/
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Police nab 14 suspected Cultists, recover weapons in Ogun sweep
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested 14 youths suspected to be members of a cult group during a coordinated sweep operation across the Isara, Ipara and Ode axis of the state, recovering arms, ammunition and other incriminating items.
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Why I love Kie Kie’s content – Tiwa Savage
Award-winning Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has showered praise on popular Nigerian content creator Kie Kie, describing her as the “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT) for her creativity and consistency.
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