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Four deaths, 11 Lassa fever cases recorded in Plateau
“We were first alerted on December 20, 2025, following a case from Quanpan Local Government Area, and immediately, we activated our... The post Four deaths, 11 Lassa fever cases recorded in Plateau appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Ondo man arrested for ‘defrauding’ cooperative society of N55m
Ondo Commissioner of Police (CP), Adebowale Lawal, advised cooperative societies and individuals to exercise heightened caution in their financial dealings.
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Soulless Onald, You Slump, They Dump  
Onald, who didn’t know you still see primates perched on trees? Onald, you slump too low, below humanity and Germany’s fees! History haunts. Which other words begin with the letter H, Onald? Hitler. Hegemony. Hog. Hate. Oh stop! Your soul. Was it not sold?
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‘Our prayers are with you’ – Shettima says on visit to Kwara
“Our prayers are with you, and our empathy is with the affected families and communities,” the Vice-President said. The post ‘Our prayers are with you’ – Shettima says on visit to Kwara appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu orders sports funding reforms, hails 2025 sporting successes
The president said he has approved clear instructions to ensure steady sports funding from the 2026 budget year The post Tinubu orders sports funding reforms, hails 2025 sporting successes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Bandits raid village, kill elderly man, abduct six women
Bandits on Friday invaded Kurfar Danya village in Bukkuyyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State, killing an elderly man and abducting six women. The attack was disclosed on Saturday by a security analyst, Bakastine, in a post on X. According to the post, the assailants stormed the community in the early hours of the raid, [...]
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JOHESU UCH to resume work Monday after 84-day strike
The University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, chapter of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) will resume work on Monday after the national body suspended its 84-day strike. The post JOHESU UCH to resume work Monday after 84-day strike appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Oyo adopts full implementation of FG’s PoA initiative, sets take-off date
Oyo State government has formally adopted the full implementation of the Proof of Address, PoA, a Federal Government initiative aimed at introducing a data-driven identification system for proper documentation of residents and businesses. According to the Federal Government, the PoA will replace Nigeria’s longstanding reliance on informal and non-standard address descriptions and tools, such as […] Oyo adopts full implementation of FG’s PoA initiative, sets take-off date
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Firm introduces weekly lottery with live TV draw
AfriMillions has launched a weekly progressive lottery, entering the country’s digital gaming market with one of the largest recurring jackpot offerings and a live, televised draw format. According to the company, The post Firm introduces weekly lottery with live TV draw appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NEDC commissions three bridges on Bauchi–Gombe federal highway
Road users along the ever-busy Bauchi–Gombe Federal Highway can now heave a sigh of relief from the annual collapse of some sections of the road, which had often disrupted free movement, as the North East... The post NEDC commissions three bridges on Bauchi–Gombe federal highway appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Kebbi key to Nigeria’s border security — Customs chief
Nigeria’s Customs chief highlights Kebbi’s strategic role in border security and trade, announcing the reopening of regulated trade corridors with new meas Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-key-to-nigerias-border-security-customs-chief/
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2027: We don’t need governors to mobilize support for Tinubu – Wike
The Rivers State chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has declared that local leaders in the state do not need governors to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu. Wike made the assertion on Saturday during the launch of the Port Harcourt office of […] 2027: We don’t need governors to mobilize support for Tinubu – Wike
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Destabilising Nigeria will empower terrorists, says US lawmaker
A US lawmaker warns that efforts to encourage separatism and destabilising Nigeria could empower terrorists and put Christians at greater risk across the n Read More: https://punchng.com/destabilising-nigeria-will-empower-terrorists-says-us-lawmaker/
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Ondo To Domesticate Niger Delta Games Scouting Framework 
In Ondo State, the vision of organisers of the Niger Delta Games is already gaining traction as the state has now adopted a policy to have coaches scout for talents…
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PTI becomes independent trainer, says Principal
The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, will soon commence the training independently without collaborating with its partner, JFD. The Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Samuel Onoji broke the news The post PTI becomes independent trainer, says Principal appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NIS speaks on alleged ‘disqualification’ of South East from passport issuance
The NIS is presently implementing a phased onboarding system to migrate passport offices including those in foreign missions to a centralized production framework.
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Dabiri-Erewa Mourns Nigerian Student Killed In UK, Demands Justice
The chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of a 20-year-old Nigerian student, Khaleed Oladipo, who was fatally stabbed in Leicester, United Kingdom. Oladipo, a second-year Cybersecurity student at De Montfort University, was reportedly attacked while returning home to watch a football match. His […]
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FCT polls: INEC chief declares BVAS “game changer” after successful mock acccreditation
The Chairman expressed satisfaction with the machine's speed, noting that accreditation was taking five seconds or less per voter. The post FCT polls: INEC chief declares BVAS “game changer” after successful mock acccreditation appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police Launch Manhunt After Killers Of Anambra Community PG, Woman
The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered a manhunt after the killers of the president-general (PG) of Ogidi community of Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, Chief Ikwuka Okoye. According to sources, Chief Okoye was waylaid somewhere at Ebenezer Anglican Church, Uru village, Ogidi, between 6pm-7pm where he had gone […]
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EPL: Guardiola rejects Slot’s ‘style over trophies’ idea
Pep Guardiola dismisses Arne Slot’s ‘style over trophies’ idea, insisting that winning is the most important thing for a manager ahead of a key EPL clash. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-guardiola-rejects-slots-style-over-trophies-idea/
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Rivers CP Orders Full-scale Investigation Into Killing Of Youth Leader, Aide
The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the killing of the President of Omoku Youth Federation (OYF) in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni local government area of the state, Ifeanyi Azuazu, and his civilian security aide, Chigozie Oluwu, with the view of apprehending the perpetrators. Gunmen suspected to be cultists had on […]
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Police uncover shallow grave, arrest suspect over missing motorcyclist in Akwa Ibom
Nearly three months after a commercial motorcyclist vanished without a trace, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has broken its silence on the case... The post Police uncover shallow grave, arrest suspect over missing motorcyclist in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Sack non-performing commissioners, advisers, APGA chieftain urges Soludo
An APGA chieftain has advised Governor Soludo to sack over 80% of non-performing commissioners and advisers in his cabinet before his second term. Read More: https://punchng.com/sack-non-performing-commissioners-advisers-apga-chieftain-urges-soludo/
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‘You’ll collapse and die’ – Wike rains curses on politicians supporting betrayal
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike on Saturday rained curses on politicians he perceived as backing those betraying him. The minister spoke while commissioning the Rivers State chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors’ office in Port Harcourt. He said senators and members of the House of Representatives supporting the betrayal will also […] ‘You’ll collapse and die’ – Wike rains curses on politicians supporting betrayal
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57 Inmates Regain Freedom In Ekiti Jail Delivery Exercise
No fewer than 57 inmates have regained their freedom at the Ado-Ekiti Custodial Centre following a jail delivery exercise carried out by the Ekiti State Judiciary. According to a statement issued by the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Ekiti State Command, and signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Babalola Foluso, the exercise, led by […]
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Nigerian graduate reacts after getting job days after graduating from university
A Nigerian graduate has rejoiced on social media after securing a job days after his graduation from the university. The excited graduate said God is so good to him.
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Teen’s death sparks mob violence as suspect is lynched in Nasarawa
Tension gripped Keffi, Nasarawa State, on Monday after a man was lynched by a mob over allegations linking him to the killing of a teenage boy whose remains were discovered in a pit within a nearby compound. The victim of the mob action, identified as Isma’ila Zaria, was said to have been arrested earlier by [...]
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Police Probe Nigerian Socialite Over Alleged $2.5m Romance Scam
The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCC) has launched an investigation into a Nigerian socialite, Nzube Henry Ikeji, accused of impersonating the Crown Prince of Dubai to defraud a Romanian woman of $2.5 million in a romance and investment scam. The Commissioner of Police in charge of the NPF-NCC, Uche Ifeanyi, confirmed the development […]
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Nigeria Set For Epic Weekend As Lagos Hosts Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs
Nigeria will host the Davis Cup World Group II playoffs from Saturday, February 7 to Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, with the nation set to face Uzbekistan in a crucial tie. Action begins on February 7 at 11 a.m. with Nigeria’s Canice Abua taking on Uzbekistan’s Khumoyun Sultanov in the […]
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North–South Alliance: Obi–Kwankwaso ticket proposed ahead of 2027
The proposal was announced on Friday in Kano by Abba Sadauki Gwale, who spoke on behalf of several Kwankwaso support groups. He said the idea reflects the desire of their supporters to back a political alliance that
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US Congressman Moore warns against calls to break up Nigeria
"A destabilized Nigeria would embolden terrorists and make Christians less safe in Nigeria and across the continent," Congressman Moore said while rejecting calls to support the division of Nigeria separate entities.
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NIS dismisses S’East passport ban claims, explains migration plan
It added that the current phase of the migration is specifically focusing on the Southeast and several key international missions. The post NIS dismisses S’East passport ban claims, explains migration plan appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu hails Waltersmith Petroman chairman, Abdulrazaq Isa, at 65
…says entrepreneur’s success affirms Nigeria as fertile ground for investment President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Mr. Abdulrazaq Isa, co-founder and chairman of Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited, on his 65th The post Tinubu hails Waltersmith Petroman chairman, Abdulrazaq Isa, at 65 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Opportunity has no mother tongue: How President Tinubu’s NELFUND provides equal access
By Dare Ojepe In a country where identity often arrives before ability, it is no small thing when a public policy chooses to listen differently. Nigeria, with its many tongues The post Opportunity has no mother tongue: How President Tinubu’s NELFUND provides equal access appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Chippa United coach laments Nwabali’s departure 
Chippa United head coach, Vusumizi Vilakazi has lamented Stanley Nwabali’s exit from the club, DAILY POST reports. Nwabali announced his departure from the South African club this week. The 29-year-old was on the books of the Chilli Boys for four years. The shot stopper’s departure came as a surprise to many due to his status […] Chippa United coach laments Nwabali’s departure 
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Gunmen kill community leader, relative
Cultism, mixed with the deadly activities of separatist groups in Anambra, has complicated the security challenges in Anambra State. The post Gunmen kill community leader, relative appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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