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‘Joshua, Paul fighting for money’
The upcoming Joshua vs Paul fight is being called a ‘money fight’, with a career-high payday for Anthony Joshua and ‘retirement money’ for Jake Paul. Read More: https://punchng.com/joshua-paul-fighting-for-money/
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Cantonment Braves win Renewed Hope basketball tourney
Cantonment Braves emerge champions of the inaugural Renewed Hope basketball tourney, defeating Hoops and Read in an intense grassroots competition. Read More: https://punchng.com/cantonment-braves-win-renewed-hope-basketball-tourney/
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Medals rain as Special Eagles book final slot
Nigeria’s Special Eagles have advanced to the final at the inaugural West Africa Para Games, as the host nation continues to dominate the medal table. Read More: https://punchng.com/medals-rain-as-special-eagles-book-final-slot/
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Eagles trio set for City showdown
Fulham’s Nigerian trio, Chukwueze, Iwobi, and Bassey, are in fine form ahead of the Man City clash. Can they inspire a shock win at Craven Cottage? Read More: https://punchng.com/eagles-trio-set-for-city-showdown/
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DHQ addresses Katsina vigilantes, Nigerien soldiers’ border clash
Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters addresses a misunderstanding that led to a border clash between Katsina vigilantes and Nigerien soldiers over water. Read More: https://punchng.com/dhq-addresses-katsina-vigilantes-nigerien-soldiers-border-clash/
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In-form Onuachu makes strong AFCON 2025 case
With 11 goals for Trabzonspor, striker Paul Onuachu is making an undeniable case for a Super Eagles return at AFCON 2025. Is he the answer? Read More: https://punchng.com/in-form-onuachu-makes-strong-afcon-2025-case/
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Pisa want permanent Akinsanmiro deal
Pisa reiterates their intention to sign Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro on a permanent deal, believing he has found the ideal place to grow. Read More: https://punchng.com/pisa-want-permanent-akinsanmiro-deal/
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Ogun govt reaffirms commitment to strengthening security for farmers, herders, livestock producers
The Ogun State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening security for farmers, herders, and livestock producers as part of efforts to safeguard food production and rural stability. The assurance was given by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Honourable Bolu Owotomo, during a stakeholders’ meeting convened to address rising concerns over farmer–herder conflicts […]
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Adams sad after derby defeat
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams shares his disappointment after Sevilla’s 2-0 derby defeat, urging the team to work harder to overcome the setback. Read More: https://punchng.com/adams-sad-after-derby-defeat/
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Nnadozie wins WSL Save of the Month award
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie wins the WSL Save of the Month award for her spectacular save for Brighton against Liverpool in November. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnadozie-wins-wsl-save-of-the-month-award/
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Lookman must step up ahead AFCON – Yakubu
Yakubu Aiyegbeni says Ademola Lookman must find his best form before AFCON 2025, highlighting his importance to the Super Eagles’ title hopes. Read More: https://punchng.com/lookman-must-step-up-ahead-afcon-yakubu/
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BREAKING: Adeleke dumps PDP, blames party’s national crisis
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party’s ongoing national leadership crisi Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-adeleke-dumps-pdp-blames-partys-national-crisis/
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Anxiety trails Eagles’ AFCON list delay
Concerns grow as the NFF’s delay in announcing the Super Eagles AFCON list for Morocco raises questions about the team’s preparedness for the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/anxiety-trails-eagles-afcon-list-delay/
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Osimhen returns in Turkish derby draw
Victor Osimhen returns as Galatasaray and Fenerbahce play out a 1-1 Turkish derby draw, with Jhon Duran’s late goal keeping the Super Lig title race tight. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-returns-in-turkish-derby-draw/
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Nigeria will win AFCON, says Iwobi
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi expresses confidence that Nigeria will win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, aiming to improve on their last finish. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-will-win-afcon-says-iwobi/
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Feedlot Nigeria expands capacity to 5000 herds of cattle
Feedlot Nigeria, the concentrated animal feeding operations of Ajogbe Agro-Allied Industries Limited, has expanded its one-time herd capacity to 5,000 ruminants. The expansion follows the successful completion of the 24-month-long commercial research on the development of highly nutritious ruminant feeds from crop residues and agro-industrial by-products (AIBs). The research was implemented with the grant support […]
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10 essential nutrients every child needs to grow strong
Discover the 10 essential nutrients for kids, including protein, iron, and calcium, to ensure their strong growth and healthy development. Learn why a bala Read More: https://punchng.com/10-essential-nutrients-every-child-needs-to-grow-strong/
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Governor Ademola Adeleke Resigns From PDP
  Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the political platform under which he rose to prominence as … Continue reading Governor Ademola Adeleke Resigns From PDP The post Governor Ademola Adeleke Resigns From PDP appeared first on Channels Television.
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US-Nigeria joint security group
When recently US President, Donald Trump, designated Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern over Christian genocides and the ill-checked spread of jihadist terrorism, he threatened to take military action. The Federal Government showed its willingness to work with America to address the issue by sending a delegation to Washington. The upshot of the diplomatic exchanges […] The post US-Nigeria joint security group appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Assessing the relevance of traditional rulers, by Eric Teniola
With the death of Dr. Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo (14 April 1935 – 6 April 2025) and that of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona (10 May 1934 – 13 July 2025), Ogbagba Agbotewole II, the final chapter of emergency rule in Western Nigeria of 1962 has been closed. Historians will have to draw […] The post Assessing the relevance of traditional rulers, by Eric Teniola appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fashola, NIMR seek private sector funding to boost medical research
Babatunde Fashola and NIMR urge Nigeria’s private sector to boost medical research funding to drive health innovations and tackle local diseases. Read More: https://punchng.com/fashola-nimr-seek-private-sector-funding-to-boost-medical-research/
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Mpox still spreading in Nigeria amid limited vaccine access
Health experts warn that Mpox in Nigeria remains a public health challenge. Discover the current situation, prevention methods, and challenges like vaccine Read More: https://punchng.com/mpox-still-spreading-in-nigeria-amid-limited-vaccine-access/
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Disinformation, threat to democracy, EU envoy warns
European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Gautier Mignot, has warned over the danger posed by foreign-borne misinformation to media credibility and democratic governance in Nigeria. The post Disinformation, threat to democracy, EU envoy warns appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nestlé faults Swiss NGO report on infant formulas in Nigeria
Nestlé Nigeria refutes a Swiss NGO report alleging high added sugar in its infant formulas, stating all products comply with global Codex standards. Read More: https://punchng.com/nestle-faults-swiss-ngo-report-on-infant-formulas-in-nigeria/
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Some Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees should be in prison, says Amb Joe Keshi
Former permanent secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Joe Keshi, has faulted the ambassadorial list sent to the Senate by President Bola Tinubu for confirmation. The post Some Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees should be in prison, says Amb Joe Keshi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Olatunji-Bello Stresses Character Building, Blows Hot Against Cultism As LASU Absorbs 14,893 Freshers
Prof Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the Vice Chancellor, Lagos State University (LASU) has charged the newly admitted students of the university to imbibe the ethos of impeccable moral and enviable character which… The post Olatunji-Bello Stresses Character Building, Blows Hot Against Cultism As LASU Absorbs 14,893 Freshers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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FG to unify livestock data systems, strengthen sector accountability
The Federal Government has restated its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s livestock industry through a unified national data architecture that will enhance accountability, strengthen planning, and unlock new investment opportunities across the sector. The assurance was given by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at two-day multi-stakeholder workshop on strengthening national livestock sector accountability […]
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Minimally invasive prostate surgeries now available in Nigeria – Surgeons
Discover advanced, minimally invasive prostate surgery in Nigeria. Surgeons now offer HoLEP for enlarged prostates, reducing the need for medical tourism. Read More: https://punchng.com/minimally-invasive-prostate-surgeries-now-available-in-nigeria-surgeons/
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Why Nigeria faces trauma-linked infections — Orthopaedic surgeons
THE Nigerian Orthopaedic Association, yesterday, sounded the alarm over the rising threat of musculoskeletal infections, which affect the body’s bones, joints, muscles, and surrounding soft tissues. The post Why Nigeria faces trauma-linked infections — Orthopaedic surgeons appeared first on Vanguard News.
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SEC deepens collaboration to prosecute Ponzi scheme perpetrators
Nigeria’s SEC is strengthening inter-agency collaboration to identify and prosecute Ponzi scheme perpetrators under the Investments and Securities Act 2025 Read More: https://punchng.com/sec-deepens-collaboration-to-prosecute-ponzi-scheme-perpetrators/
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Kebbi military withdrawal: Purge the enemies within
The suspicious military withdrawal in Kebbi before a school abduction sparks claims of sabotage. Nigeria must purge the enemies within its ranks to end ter Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-military-withdrawal-purge-the-enemies-within/
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Kidnap epidemic: Questions, more questions, many questions
Explore the troubling rise of Nigeria’s kidnap epidemic. Why are bandits known but not stopped? An in-depth look at the nation’s security crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnap-epidemic-questions-more-questions-many-questions/
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Ambassadorial list: Tinubu shows again that he doesn’t care
President Tinubu’s new ambassadorial list has drawn sharp criticism due to controversial nominees, sparking public frustration over his choices. Read More: https://punchng.com/ambassadorial-list-tinubu-shows-again-that-he-doesnt-care/
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Insecurity: Amotekun, Agbekoya Warriors move into S-West forests
FOLLOWING the rising wave of kidnapping in Kwara and Kogi states, Agbekoya warriors have moved to some villages in Oyo State to flush out bandits hibernating there. The post Insecurity: Amotekun, Agbekoya Warriors move into S-West forests appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tackle sabotage, upsurge in terrorist attacks
Nigeria faces a troubling spike in terrorist attacks and banditry, with numerous kidnappings. Explore the call for action against sabotage and improved sec Read More: https://punchng.com/tackle-sabotage-upsurge-in-terrorist-attacks/
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Nigeria needs smarter data centres, says Schneider
Nigeria’s ability to compete in the AI economy depends on investing in smarter, energy-efficient, and high-density data centres for modern computing demand Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-smarter-data-centres-says-schneider/
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