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Ofori-Atta applied for US stay extension on medical grounds – Lawyer
Frank Davies, legal counsel for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, has confirmed that his client has applied for an extension of his stay in the United States, citing ongoing medical treatment and recovery.
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AFCON 2026: Senegal, Mali clash in quarters as hosts Morocco face Cameroon
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has reached its sharpest edge, with four heavyweight quarterfinals promising drama, history and unrelenting intensity as the road to continental glory narrows. From the group stages through to the Round of 16, football fans have been served incredible African footy only on SuperSport. On this platform, the world has […]
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Gov’t to award major textbook printing contracts to Ghana Publishing 
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) will receive a significant share of upcoming government printing contracts, including the production of textbooks and learning materials for basic schools. According to the President, the move is part of efforts to strengthen the state-owned firm’s capacity and sustain its ongoing retooling and expansion agenda.
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The Indian brand selling more cars in South Africa than BMW, Nissan, and Mercedes-Benz
South Africa’s new vehicle market has experienced a significant surge in sales, with the Indian brand Mahindra selling more cars than many of Europe and Asia’s most popular brands. The new vehicle market delivered a landmark performance in 2025, finally recovering above 2019 pre-pandemic levels and hitting highs not seen in a decade. The upward […]
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Attacks: Rescue Your Friend’s People, Son Of Late Emir Begs Tinubu
Chinwendu Nnadozie Worried by the series of attacks that have claimed lives and properties in Borgu and Agwarra Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Niger State, son of the late Emir… The post Attacks: Rescue Your Friend’s People, Son Of Late Emir Begs Tinubu appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Meet Amanda Azubuike, first Nigerian woman to become Brigadier General in US Army
In a field traditionally dominated by men, Amanda Azubuike has made history as the first Nigerian woman to attain the rank of Brigadier General in the US Army. The post Meet Amanda Azubuike, first Nigerian woman to become Brigadier General in US Army appeared first on Vanguard News.
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US Senate rebukes Trump on Venezuela in war powers vote
The US Senate advances a bipartisan resolution to limit President Trump’s military authority, voting to curb Venezuela war powers without congressional app Read More: https://punchng.com/us-senate-rebukes-trump-on-venezuela-in-war-powers-vote/
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Why I don’t belong to any country – Olufemi Terry 
Terry, who is widely traveled, was recently in Lagos, Nigeria as a guest at the 13th Ake Arts and Book Festival.
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My father’s statue should remind us to live by his ideals — Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings
Member of Parliament for the Klottey-Korle constituency, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has at a ceremony in Keta on Wednesday to unveil a statue in honour of her father, former President Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings, urged Ghanaians to emulate his ideals of probity, accountability, dedication to country, humility, service and integrity, as the statue is a symbol of what he stood for.
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AFCON 2025: Ndidi offers to pay Super Eagles’ bonuses ahead of Algeria clash
Captain of the Super Eagles team, Wilfred Ndidi, has offered to sort out the unpaid bonuses of the squad, amid delay in payment from the Nigerian government. Ndidi has pleaded with this team-mates not to boycott training ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Algeria on Saturday. Eric Chelle’s men initially […] AFCON 2025: Ndidi offers to pay Super Eagles’ bonuses ahead of Algeria clash
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ADC moves to review constitution to boost electoral chances
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has initiated another major internal reform process with the inauguration of its Constitution Review Committee, a move the party said is critical to strengthening its The post ADC moves to review constitution to boost electoral chances appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Bawumia on course to secure over 65% in NPP presidential primaries – Egyapa Mercer
Former Member of Parliament for Sekondi, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has expressed confidence that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will secure more than 65 percent of votes in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) upcoming presidential primaries.
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Donnie McClurkin denies alleged s3xual misconducts, seeks prayer for accuser
Grammy-winning gospel singer Donnie McClurkin has denied allegations of s3xual abuse by his former assistant, Giuseppe Corletto. Corletto filed a lawsuit claiming McClurkin abused him for several years but McClurkin’s The post Donnie McClurkin denies alleged s3xual misconducts, seeks prayer for accuser appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NCAA mulls stiffer penalties for chronic flight delays by airlines
Nigeria’s NCAA plans tougher sanctions for domestic airlines over chronic flight delays and poor passenger handling, citing recurrent inefficiencies. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncaa-mulls-stiffer-penalties-for-chronic-flight-delays-by-airlines/
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President Mahama backs GPCL’s push to become leading printing brand
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence in Ghana Publishing Company Limited’s (GPCL) ambition to become one of the country’s leading printing brands, saying the state-owned firm is steadily repositioning itself as a competitive player in the wider industry. The President made the remarks during an interaction with the Board and Management of GPCL, where he assessed the company’s progress and future direction.
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Yobe Governor Inaugurates Committee To Enhance Basic, Secondary Education
Mohammed Abubakar In a significant move to bolster the education sector, Governor of Yobe State, Dr. Mai Mala Buni, today inaugurated a new committee dedicated to improving Basic and Secondary… The post Yobe Governor Inaugurates Committee To Enhance Basic, Secondary Education appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Oyebanji unveils armed forces remembrance emblem, pledges priority for security
Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji launches the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance emblem, pledging to prioritise security and support for military veterans. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebanji-unveils-armed-forces-remembrance-emblem-pledges-priority-for-security/
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Tinubu sends powerful message to Chimamanda Adichie 
Tinubu paid tribute to Adichie’s global literary influence, describing her as an icon whose works have brought “joy and light” to homes around the world.
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Zulum commissions remodelled school for vulnerable girls
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum on Thursday commissioned a fully remodelled “second chance school” for vulnerable women in Biu Local Government Area (LGA). The educational facility is part of a strategic initiative designed to provide adult women with education, particularly The post Zulum commissions remodelled school for vulnerable girls appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Residents desert Oloka village as social-economic activities collapse after bandits attack
Residents of Oloka village, Orire local government Area of Oyo State, the host community of the National Park Service, have continued to desert the village. Despite the presence of heavy The post Residents desert Oloka village as social-economic activities collapse after bandits attack appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ray J Hospitalised With Pneumonia and Chest Pain as Legal and Financial Pressures Mount
LAS VEGAS – Singer and reality television personality Ray J has been rushed to hospital after suffering severe chest pains and being diagnosed with pneumonia, as mounting legal and financial pressures continue to weigh heavily on him, AllHipHop.com reports. The 44-year-old artist was admitted to a Las Vegas hospital late Tuesday night, where doctors are […]
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Professionalism non-negotiable as Mahama calls for reset of Ghana Police Service
President John Mahama has stressed that professionalism must guide conduct at every level of the Ghana Police Service, as he called for a reset of the service to address changing realities, strengthen policing, and renew commitment to democratic values.
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Alabi Appointed Head Of Communications, Media For Omi Eko Project
The Omi Eko Project, a €410 million initiative aimed at transforming water transportation across Lagos State, has appointed Dr. Segun Alabi as its new Head of Communications and Media. The… The post Alabi Appointed Head Of Communications, Media For Omi Eko Project appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Power: Ajaokuta Steel, host community owe ₦1.03bn – NERC
The Ajaokuta integrated steel complex was conceived and steadily developed with the vision of erecting a Metallurgical Process Plant cum Engineering Complex with other auxiliaries and facilities. The post Power: Ajaokuta Steel, host community owe ₦1.03bn – NERC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EU orders Elon Musk’s Grok AI to keep data after deepfake outcry
The EU executive has ordered Elon Musk’s Grok AI to retain data following a scandal involving the generation of sexualized deepfake images of minors. Read More: https://punchng.com/eu-orders-elon-musks-grok-ai-to-keep-data-after-deepfake-outcry/
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Tacha reacts to Fubara impeachment controversy
Big Brother Naija star Tacha has expressed frustration and sadness over the renewed impeachment process against Rivers Governor, Sim Fubara, citing the persistent political instability that has stalled progress in The post Tacha reacts to Fubara impeachment controversy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Rivers Assembly serves Fubara, Deputy notice of gross misconducts
A few hours after receiving documents containing alleged gross misconducts against Rivers Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, from 26 lawmakers,  Speaker Martin’s Amaewhule has transmitted letters containing the allegations to the Governor The post Rivers Assembly serves Fubara, Deputy notice of gross misconducts appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Electricity: Togo, Niger, Benin owe Nigeria N25bn; Ajaokuta Steel, community, N1.03bn
NERC disclosed that Togo, Niger, and Benin owe Nigeria $17.8 million, an equivalent of over N25 billion The post Electricity: Togo, Niger, Benin owe Nigeria N25bn; Ajaokuta Steel, community, N1.03bn appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Mahama commends Ghana Publishing for major turnaround
President John Dramani Mahama has praised the Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) for what he described as a remarkable turnaround, saying the state-owned firm has transformed from a struggling institution into a public-sector success story. The President made the remarks during a meeting with the Board and Management of GPCL, where he reflected on the company’s past challenges and its recent progress.
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Three ships head to US with Venezuela oil
Three of 11 vessels chartered by Chevron were Thursday transporting oil from Venezuela to the US, according to an AFP analysis of ship-tracking data, as export sanctions raised concerns over the South American country’s storage capacity. Two more of the The post Three ships head to US with Venezuela oil appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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APC Progressive Mandate Group Condemns Faulty Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara As Affront On President Tinubu’s Peace-Building Efforts In Rivers
The APC Progressive Mandate Group has called for the immediate cessation of impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, describing the move as constitutionally… The post APC Progressive Mandate Group Condemns Faulty Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara As Affront On President Tinubu’s Peace-Building Efforts In Rivers appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ‘devastated’ by death of young son
One of Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler twins has died, her family has confirmed.
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IGP urges professionalism and respect for human rights as police receive new vehicles
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has cautioned personnel of the Ghana Police Service to uphold human rights and the rule of law as the Service intensifies policing operations across the country.
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Nine Kwara victims: Kidnappers insist on N300m ransom 
No progress has been recorded on the bandits demand for N300m ransom for the release of nine victims abducted in Adanla community of Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara state on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025, DAILY POST reports. Coordinator of the Joint Security Watch for Kwara South Senatorial District, Zubair Olaitan, disclosed this on […] Nine Kwara victims: Kidnappers insist on N300m ransom 
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Drama before kick-off: CAF drops referee Omar Artan ahead of Algeria vs Nigeria clash
The incident highlights CAF’s firm stance on compliance with official regulations, especially during major matches at the Africa Cup of Nations.
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Ademola Lookman leads rising Super Eagles confidence ahead of Algeria showdown
Ademola Lookman has revealed that belief within the Super Eagles is growing stronger at the 1XBET CAF Africa Cup of Nations, as Nigeria sharpens its focus for a high-stakes quarter-final clash with Algeria’s Desert Foxes in Marrakech on Saturday.
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