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109 Years. Still Building. Still Nigerian.
For 109 years, Union Bank Nigeria has been a cornerstone of the nation’s economy. Discover our history of building Nigeria and our commitment to its future Read More: https://punchng.com/109-years-still-building-still-nigerian/
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Romania Appoint Hagi As National Team Head Coach 
Legendary playmaker Gheorghe Hagi has been officially appointed as the head coach of the Romanian national team. The 61-year-old, famously nicknamed the “Maradona of the Carpathians” for his sublime left foot and creative genius, steps into the role with a characteristically bold and unapologetic declaration: mediocrity is not an option.   During a packed press […]
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What is Google Business Profile and Why Every Nigerian Business Needs It
The free Google tool that puts your business in front of customers who are already looking for you… This article What is Google Business Profile and Why Every Nigerian Business Needs It appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.
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Rose Accepts To Succeed Iraola At Bournemouth
Marco Rose has agreed to take over as Bournemouth manager on a three-year contract when Andoni Iraola leaves at the end of the season. Bournemouth announced last Tuesday that Iraola, 43, would not be signing a new deal at Vitality Stadium. German manager Rose was one of three candidates considered by the Cherries, along with […]
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2026 UTME: JAMB provides free accommodation, meals for special needs candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive education with the provision of free accommodation, feeding, and other support services for candidates with special needs sitting its examinations across the country. The Centre Coordinator for the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG) in Ekiti State, Professor Saheed Aderinoye, disclosed this while […]
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EPL: Bournemouth appoint ex-Leipzig boss Marco Rose as Iraola successor
AFC Bournemouth have confirmed Marco Rose as their new head coach on a three-year deal, with the German set to succeed Andoni Iraola this summer. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-bournemouth-appoint-ex-leipzig-boss-marco-rose-as-iraola-successor/
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Investors Prepare for N750bn T-Bills Auction Amid High Liquidity
Nigeria’s fixed-income market turns its attention to Wednesday’s primary market, where the Central Bank of Nigeria will seek to raise N750 billion through Treasury bills split across three maturities — a sale that market operators widely expect to draw bids far in excess of the amount on offer.   The breakdown assigns the smallest slice, […]
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JUST IN: Ogun East APC endorses Abiodun for Senate, snubs Gbenga Daniel
Ogun East APC leaders and stakeholders have endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun as their consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-ogun-east-apc-endorses-abiodun-for-senate-snubs-gbenga-daniel/
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JUST IN: Woman dies while waiting at UTME centre in Ondo
Tragedy unfolded on Monday at Ilara-Mokin Junction in Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State, as a woman, Oluwasola Victoria Adebayo, reportedly collapsed and died while waiting for her child writing the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. It was gathered that the deceased had accompanied her child to the examination venue and was waiting nearby [...]
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Starmer Faces Parliament Amid Mounting Pressure Over Mandelson Scandal
Embattled UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, on Monday, faced lawmakers in the Parliament as he attempts to contain growing outrage over a persistent scandal involving Peter Mandelson, a long-time associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.   Starmer, whose popularity has waned among the public and within his own Labour Party, is battling to maintain […]
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FCTA urges teachers to end strike, says timing harms pupils
The FCT Administration appeals to the Nigeria Union of Teachers to call off its indefinite strike, warning it harms pupils preparing for WAEC exams. Read More: https://punchng.com/fcta-urges-teachers-to-end-strike-says-timing-harms-pupils/
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Tinubu approves new police academy campus in Ogun, N15bn take-off grant
President Tinubu approves a new Police Academy campus in Ogun State with a N15bn grant, aiming to enhance police education and expand the force. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-approves-new-police-academy-campus-in-ogun-n15bn-take-off-grant/
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FG validates N9.9bn cash transfers in Ondo, targets 396,671 households
The Federal Government has confirmed that Ondo State has so far received about N9.9 billion under its Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer Programme, which targets vulnerable households across the country. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, disclosed this on Monday during a stakeholders’ engagement and beneficiary interaction held at St […]
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"It's over": Peter Okoye officially disowns twin birthday date amid feud
Afrobeats singer Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, announces he will no longer celebrate his birthday on November 18 amid ongoing tensions with brother Rudeboy.
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ADC Dismisses PRP Talks, Vows to Overturn INEC Action on Party Leadership
April 20, (THEWILL) — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports of ongoing coalition talks with the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), declaring that its primary focus is a determined legal effort to overturn what it described as “illegal” actions taken against its leadership by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement issued […] The post ADC Dismisses PRP Talks, Vows to Overturn INEC Action on Party Leadership appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Court dismisses suit challenging allocation of four oil fields
The disputed oil fields spread across Bayelsa, Rivers and Akwa Ibom States. The post Court dismisses suit challenging allocation of four oil fields appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EPL: Players with most goal contributions this season [Top 10]
Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland, currently leads this season’s goal contribution in the Premier League. According to Squawka Football’s latest statistics, the Norway international has 30 goals (23 scored, 7 assisted) so far. Haaland is also the first player to reach this number after scoring a goal in Man City’s 2-1 win against Arsenal on […] EPL: Players with most goal contributions this season [Top 10]
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I adopted a girl 16 years ago — yesterday she came home in tears with a DNA test
Discover the emotional journey of a mother whose adopted daughter uncovers a DNA test revealing a haunting connection to a family tragedy from the past.
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Ticket Refund: Justice Omotosho Affirms FCCPC’s Authority In Air Peace Suit
The Federal High Court, Abuja, has affirmed the authority of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate consumer complaints and issue summons, dismissing a suit filed by Air Peace Limited challenging the Commission’s statutory mandate.   The judgment, delivered on Monday, April 20, 2026, by Justice James Omotosho, upheld the FCCPC’s powers […]
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I carried my sister’s baby, left it behind, but 10 years later she returned with shocking truth
A sister's surrogacy leads to abandonment and a ten-year separation, only for shocking truths to emerge when the child is returned with a life-altering envelope.
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Apple iPhone Foldable: Expected Price, Specs, and How It Compares to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold
Apple is finally building a foldable phone. After years of “it’s coming soon” reports that never materialised, stretching back to at least 2018, the evidence has piled up to the point where the supply chain has essentially confirmed it for you. As of April 2026, the device is in trial production at Foxconn; Samsung has […] The post Apple iPhone Foldable: Expected Price, Specs, and How It Compares to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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‘I was into prostitution,’ DJ Kulet reveals, shares transformation story
Popular Nigerian Fuji disc jockey, Kudirat Gbemisola, known as DJ Kulet, has revealed that she was once involved in prostitution in
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Atlético Madrid Confirm Injury Setback For Lookman
Atlético Madrid Confirm Injury Setback For Lookman     Atlético Madrid have confirmed Ademola Lookman will be sidelined with an injury. The Nigerian international sustained the injury during Atlético’s Copa del Rey final defeat to Real Sociedad on Sunday night.   The 28-year-old scored Colchoneros’ opening goal of the game, but was replaced two minutes […]
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EPL: Tim Sherwood names Man City player that kept Arsenal in title race
ormer Aston Villa manager, Tim Sherwood, has claimed that Manchester City’s Erling Haaland kept Arsenal’s title hopes alive by staying on his feet after clashing heads with Gabriel Magalhaes on Sunday. Haaland scored the winner as City beat the Gunners 2-1 on Sunday, to move within three points of the league leaders. All through the […] EPL: Tim Sherwood names Man City player that kept Arsenal in title race
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‘You’ll Get Your Due, Come Back’, Wike Tells Aggrieved PDP Members
‘You’ll Get Your Due, Come Back’, Wike Tells Aggrieved PDP Members   By Igho Oyoyo   Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and the National Leader of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nyesom Wike, has assured aggrieved members of the the party that they will not lose their entitlements if they return, declaring that many […]
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Eliminate criminals, make Nigeria safe, CDS tells soldiers
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff directs troops in the North-West to sustain aggressive operations and eliminate criminals to make the nation safe. Read More: https://punchng.com/eliminate-criminals-make-nigeria-safe-cds-tells-soldiers/
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From Mesopotamia to Kabba: The Joshua Pledge and the Legacy of the Righteous Seed
By Isaac Megbolugbe Introduction The narrative of human history, from a theological perspective, is a journey from the loss of divine communion to the reclamation of faith. Following the flood, Mesopotamia and surrounding regions became centers of paganism. Yet, amidst this spiritual landscape, God called Abraham out of Ur to establish a new lineage—a “righteous [...]
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Find out more as Fidelity Bank, Access holdings lead top gainers on NGX as market extends gain
Nigeria’s stock market gained 0.44% as bullish sentiment pushed market capitalisation above N140 trillion, driven by strong demand for banking and energy stocks.
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APC chieftain hospitalised after alleged assault by reps member in Ibadan
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, Hon. Gafar Oyebade, has been hospitalised as a result of injuries he allegedly sustained after being assaulted by a member of the House of Representatives representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency, Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede. Oyebade claimed that he was assaulted by […] APC chieftain hospitalised after alleged assault by reps member in Ibadan
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FCCPC hails court ruling affirming its powers to probe airlines
A Federal High Court ruling affirms FCCPC airline powers, dismissing Air Peace’s lawsuit. This judgment strengthens consumer protection in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/fccpc-hails-court-ruling-affirming-its-powers-to-probe-airlines/
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2027: Don’t purchase APC nomination forms outside governor’s directive – Emegha
Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ebonyi State, Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha, has warned registered members of the party seeking elective positions in the state to obtain the governor’s permission before purchasing nomination forms. Chief Emegha gave the advice on Monday in Afikpo during the inauguration of the Ebonyi South Senatorial Zone chapter […] 2027: Don’t purchase APC nomination forms outside governor’s directive – Emegha
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N8.7bn Fraud Trial: Banker testifies on inflows into accounts linked to Malami, family members
The court admitted nine exhibits, including bank accounts linked to Mr Malami, his family members and their firms. The post N8.7bn Fraud Trial: Banker testifies on inflows into accounts linked to Malami, family members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court dismisses Air Peace suit against FCCPC
A court has dismissed Air Peace’s lawsuit against the FCCPC, ruling the airline cannot avoid investigation into unrefunded ticket fares and cancelled fligh Read More: https://punchng.com/court-dismisses-air-peace-suit-against-fccpc/
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Insecurity: ‘Crush all bandits’ – CDS charges troops
The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Olufemi Oluyede, has urged troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to intensify their ongoing operations against bandits and other criminal elements in the North West, emphasizing that ensuring the safety of Nigeria is paramount at all costs. General Oluyede delivered this directive during his operational visit to the Headquarters, […] Insecurity: ‘Crush all bandits’ – CDS charges troops
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Retired Police officers protest at Presidential Villa over pension scheme
Scores of retired personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and their families on Monday blocked a gate of the Presidential Villa, protesting their
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CBN, NCC sign MoU to combat SIM-related fraud
The CBN and NCC have signed a new MoU to tackle rising SIM-related fraud, strengthening consumer protection and payment system integrity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-ncc-sign-mou-to-combat-sim-related-fraud/
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