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Police begin probe as woman dies after visiting boyfriend in Abuja
The Police in Abuja have commenced investigations into the mysterious and sudden death of a lady, Miss Esther Akwaji, during a visit to her boyfriend (who is presently at large) at the Dei-Dei area of the FCT. The post Police begin probe as woman dies after visiting boyfriend in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.
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InfraCredit Mobilises Local Currency Debt For First Electric Power Project
InfraCredit has provided credit enhancement for a local currency debt issuance by First Electric Power and Automation Services Limited under a co-financing arrangement with the Climate Finance Blending Facility (CFBF). InfraCredit is a ‘AAA’-rated specialised infrastructure credit guarantee institution. The transaction marks the first mesh-grid clean energy infrastructure project financed by the facility and its […]
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InfraCredit Backs Local Currency Debt For First Electric Power Project
InfraCredit has provided credit enhancement for a local currency debt issuance by First Electric Power and Automation Services Limited under a co-financing arrangement with the Climate Finance Blending Facility (CFBF). InfraCredit is a ‘AAA’-rated specialised infrastructure credit guarantee institution. The transaction marks the first mesh-grid clean energy infrastructure project financed by the facility and its […]
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Fubara is APC leader in Rivers, not Wike — Bwala
Daniel Bwala confirms Governor Fubara is the recognized APC leader in Rivers State, emphasizing that former governor Nyesom Wike is not a member of the par Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-is-apc-leader-in-rivers-not-wike-bwala/
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Find out new naira to dollar exchange rate as FX turnover skyrockets
Nigeria’s naira strengthened as FX market turnover surged over 262%, reflecting improved liquidity, stronger investor confidence, and the impact of CBN reforms.
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NIS operatives intercept 22 Nigerians on the way to Libya in Katsina
The Jibia Border Command of NIS intercepted victims, comprising 11 females and 11 males at the location identified as a black spot point for irregular migrants preparing for onward movement.
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Accident on Lagos-Ibadan expressway claims life, causes gridlock
A fatal accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway at Otedola Bridge involving two trailers has claimed a driver’s life and caused major traffic gridlock. Read More: https://punchng.com/accident-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway-claims-life-causes-gridlock/
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Benue flags off resettlement housing for Yelwata attack survivors
PREMIUM TIMES reported on 14 June 2025 how terrorists attacked the Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, leaving scores of residents dead, The post Benue flags off resettlement housing for Yelwata attack survivors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Inflation Is Cooling, Economy Still Needs Careful Healing, Says LCCI
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said that the methodology used by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) to revise Consumer Price Index (CPI) “is technically sound,… The post Inflation Is Cooling, Economy Still Needs Careful Healing, Says LCCI appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Nigeria Customs seizes vehicles, PMS, donkey products worth N229m in Bauchi
The Federal Operations Unit, FOU, Zone ‘D’ of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Bauchi, has recorded a breakthrough in its anti-smuggling campaign with the interception of smuggled goods valued over N229 million. The Comptroller of the Unit, Abdullahi Ka’ila, made the disclosure at a news conference on Friday in Bauchi He said the seizures were […] Nigeria Customs seizes vehicles, PMS, donkey products worth N229m in Bauchi
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Police deny granting amnesty to bandits, kidnappers in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has dismissed rumours claiming that bandits operating in parts of the state had been granted any form of truce or amnesty. Dismissing the claims, the command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, said the Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, on Tuesday led a team of security chiefs on a confidence-building visit […] Police deny granting amnesty to bandits, kidnappers in Bauchi
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Analysis: Trump follows through on WHO exit, ending U.S. funding lifeline
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), following through on an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump last year, reigniting concerns about the future of global health financing.
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Stakeholders question school closures in Kwara South as cattle markets linked to bandits operate normally
Kwara South faces prolonged school closures amid insecurity. While cattle markets linked to banditry reopen, concerns over education and governance are raised.
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BREAKING: National grid collapses, plunges Nigeria into blackout
The national electricity grid on Friday collapsed for the first time in 2026, throwing many parts of the country into darkness. Data obtained from the Nigerian Independent System Operator showed that power generation dropped to zero megawatts. The agency also indicated that load allocation to the 11 electricity distribution companies fell to zero megawatts as [...]
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Framing a political philosophy for Nigeria, By Jibrin Ibrahim
Nigeria has not consciously addressed the question of designing the country’s political philosophy based on the knowledge of its history – precolonial and colonial, the failures of the present, and the opportunities as well uncertainties of the future. As the world experiences mega-shifts from the classic political wisdom that shaped the way the state, morality, […] The post Framing a political philosophy for Nigeria, By Jibrin Ibrahim appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Rodman becomes world’s highest-paid female footballer
Trinity Rodman signs a new contract with Washington Spirit, making her the world’s highest-paid female footballer. Learn about her record-breaking deal. Read More: https://punchng.com/rodman-becomes-worlds-highest-paid-female-footballer/
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Rivers Impeachment Suit Put On Hold As Court Adjourns Indefinitely
The adjournment, the court held, would allow the Court of Appeal to first determine the issues before it. The post Rivers Impeachment Suit Put On Hold As Court Adjourns Indefinitely appeared first on Channels Television.
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Customs seizes vehicles, PMS, donkey products worth N229m in Bauchi
 The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone ‘D’ of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bauchi, has recorded a major breakthrough in its anti-smuggling campaign with the interception of smuggled goods valued  The post Customs seizes vehicles, PMS, donkey products worth N229m in Bauchi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Three Dead, One Injured In Benue Attack By Gunmen
Anthony Ufoh Three persons have been left dead and one other injured as suspected gunmen attacked the Buruku, Okokolo, and Naka Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue State on Thursday,… The post Three Dead, One Injured In Benue Attack By Gunmen appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Oyo Recorded 246 Fire Incidents In 2025 – Chairman Fire Service
Oyo State Fire Services Agency has disclosed that no fewer than two hundred and forty-six (246) cases of fire incidents were recorded in the state in the just concluded year… The post Oyo Recorded 246 Fire Incidents In 2025 – Chairman Fire Service appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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UNILAG 56th Convocation: Ikorodu Executive Chairman, Hon. Prince Adedayo Ladega, Bags Master’s In public Administration
The Executive Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government, Hon. Prince Adedayo Ladega, has earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) at its 56th Convocation Ceremony… The post UNILAG 56th Convocation: Ikorodu Executive Chairman, Hon. Prince Adedayo Ladega, Bags Master’s In public Administration appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Breaking: Nationwide blackout as power grid collapses – first time in 2026
Nigeria was plunged into widespread darkness on Friday following the collapse of the national electricity grid, the first such incident recorded in 2026. The post Breaking: Nationwide blackout as power grid collapses – first time in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Terrorists kill six in Sokoto LGA hit by US airstrike
The attack resulted in the deaths of six men, while many other villagers were forced to abandon their homes in search of safety. The post Terrorists kill six in Sokoto LGA hit by US airstrike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Rev Ezekiel Dachomo: Cleric who fought against Christian killings reacts to health rumours
Rev Ezekiel Dachomo dismisses death rumours, confirming he is alive and addressing health concerns after advocacy against Christian killings in Plateau State.
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Stray dog causes panic at cemetery, attempts to dig grave
A stray dog has caused panic at the Kpakungu Muslim cemetery in Minna, the Niger State capital, after it allegedly gained entry into the burial ground and attempted to dig up a grave. The incident, which occurred around 6pm, was said to have thrown residents in the area into confusion after the dog forced its [...]
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Your leadership claims constitutionally selective, inconsistent – ADC dismisses Duke
The ADC Coalition Leadership Team, Akwa Ibom State has described the claims put forward by Dick Duke against the Assistant National Organising Secretary (South-South) of the Coalition, Mr Ben Smith as constitutionally selective, historically inconsistent and contrary to binding national precedents of ADC. Duke, in a petition had accused the South South Assistant National Organizing […] Your leadership claims constitutionally selective, inconsistent – ADC dismisses Duke
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Richard E. Addison named Country Lead for Commonwealth Youth Entrepreneurs Alliance
Richard E. Addison has been appointed Ghana Country Lead for the Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs – Africa (CAYE Africa), a continental platform that promotes youth entrepreneurship, trade cooperation, and policy engagement among Commonwealth member states.
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JUST-IN: National Grid Collapses For First Time In 2026
The national grid collapsed on Friday for the first time this year, cutting power supply across the country. Data obtained from the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) showed that power generation dropped to zero megawatts (MW). According to NISO, load allocation to all 11 electricity distribution companies (DisCos) fell to zero MW as of 1 […]
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AFCON; What a man asked CAF to do next after awarding Morocco the "Fair Play Team"
CAF faced backlash after naming Morocco the Fair Play Team of the 2025 AFCON, as a young fan highlights unsportsmanlike conduct during their matches.
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Fubara Is Our Leader Rivers, Wike Is Not An APC Member— Presidency
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has declared Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, as the undisputed leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, insisting that former governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has no standing within the ruling party. Bwala made the assertion during an […]
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2027: Baba Ahmed has no right to bar Atiku – Group
The Omoluabi Coalition has criticised the growing involvement of Hakeem Baba Ahmed in opposition politics, accusing him of working to undermine opposition unity ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Convener, Olumide Obayemi, the group faulted Baba Ahmed’s repeated calls on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar [...]
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Tinubu adjusts posting of ambassadors-designate
In the updated statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu confirmed the postings of Ambassador Ayodele Oke as the ambassador-designate to France, and Colonel Lateef Are as the ambassador-designate to the United States of America. The post Tinubu adjusts posting of ambassadors-designate appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Africa CDC declares end to Mpox as continental health emergency
Between early 2025 and late 2025, suspected Mpox cases declined by 40 per cent, while confirmed cases dropped by 60 per cent. The post Africa CDC declares end to Mpox as continental health emergency appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NDLEA Tasks Commanders To Fight Against Drug Peddlers In 2026
Anthony Ufoh  The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd), has set the tone for the 2026 operational goals with… The post NDLEA Tasks Commanders To Fight Against Drug Peddlers In 2026 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Jaywon addresses young Nigerian artists who believe music success is only about numbers and streams
Jaywon criticised young Nigerian artists obsessed with streaming numbers, reminding them that music is about impact, changing minds and touching souls
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Career growth: See networking and job tips for Nigerian university students
Nigerian undergraduates are urged to prioritize networking and develop job-ready skills as experts share practical tips to boost career growth and employability.
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