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Carnegie Challenge for Civic Leadership 2026/2027 Is Giving Out Up to $5,000 to Young Changemakers
  Young people aged 20 and under who want to tackle a problem in their community can now…
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I Drove Taxi To Fund My Education In US, Tinubu Speaks On Reason For NELFUND
The president said he understood the difficulties of paying tuition and accommodation while pursuing an education, adding that every Nigerian child deserved equal opportunities regardless of their background or their parents’ financial circumstances. The post I Drove Taxi To Fund My Education In US, Tinubu Speaks On Reason For NELFUND appeared first on Channels Television.
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CAF Awards 2026: Osimhen, Lookman omitted from men’s Player of the Year shortlist
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  The Confederation of African Football, CAF,  has unveiled the 10 nominees for the 2026 Men’s Player of the Year award, with Nigerian stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman surprisingly left out of the shortlist, Prompt News Online reports. Their exclusion has raised eyebrows, particularly given their impressive performances for the Super [...]
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From Taxi Driver To President: Tinubu Recalls US Struggles, Defends ₦372bn Student Loan Scheme
President Bola Tinubu has recalled how he worked as a taxi driver and took up different jobs in the United States to finance his university education, using his personal experience of financial hardship to defend his administration's education reforms, including the provision of more than ₦372 billion in student loans. The post From Taxi Driver To President: Tinubu Recalls US Struggles, Defends ₦372bn Student Loan Scheme appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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L.A.X’s Wedding in Lagos: Jonathan, Ooni, Oba Elegushi, Stars Attend
Few celebrity weddings bring together Nigeria’s political establishment, traditional institutions, business figures and entertainment industry in one celebration, but L.A.X’s marriage reception in Lagos attracted an unusually distinguished gathering. From the arrival of former President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife, Patience Jonathan, to the presence of the Emir of Kano, the Ooni of Ife and […] The post L.A.X’s Wedding in Lagos: Jonathan, Ooni, Oba Elegushi, Stars Attend appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Data for Health Leadership Lab (D4HLL) 2026
  The Data for Health Leadership Lab (D4HLL) 2026 is now accepting applications. This professional development programme helps…
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BREAKING: ADC Announces Venue for Atiku’s Presidential Campaign Flag-Off
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the venue for its presidential campaign flag-off in Sokoto State. The party’s Sokoto State Presidential Campaign Coordinator, Senator Ibrahim Lamido, disclosed that the campaign launch would take place at the ADC secretariat along Ilorin Road, Sokoto, on Wednesday. Lamido said party members and dignitaries were already making preparations […] The post BREAKING: ADC Announces Venue for Atiku’s Presidential Campaign Flag-Off appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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Nigeria, France Seek More Energy Investment As NLNG Train 7 Nears Completion
Nigeria and France are seeking to deepen investment cooperation in the energy sector, with industry stakeholders identifying gas development, infrastructure, technology transfer and regulatory stability as priorities for unlocking Nigeria’s energy potential. The post Nigeria, France Seek More Energy Investment As NLNG Train 7 Nears Completion appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Open Arts Fund 2026 Opens for Applications from Nigerian Creatives
  Open Arts is accepting applications for its 2026 Open Arts Fund from artists, writers, creative practitioners, collectives…
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Akwa Ibom Targets $250m Agribusiness Fund, Southern Industrial Corridor
Akwa Ibom State is targeting a $250 million multi-partner financing facility to accelerate agro-industrial development, expand agricultural exports and establish a Southern Agricultural Industrial Corridor under a proposed 10-year development compact. The post Akwa Ibom Targets $250m Agribusiness Fund, Southern Industrial Corridor appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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The Slingshot Effect: “Vote Like I’m on the Ballot” Backfired
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Donald Trump stood before crowds in the run-up to the 2026 midterms and delivered his signature ultimatum “Vote like I’m on the ballot” he intended it as a loyalty test. It was designed to fortify his mandate, secure congressional majorities and signal his dominance over the American political landscape. Instead, millions of American voters accepted […] The post The Slingshot Effect: “Vote Like I’m on the Ballot” Backfired appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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CAN Disowns Cleric Over Tinubu’s Re-Election Endorsement
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has disowned a cleric linked to the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, insisting that it has not authorised any political campaign in its name. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said Archbishop Chivir Chianson, who allegedly claimed to be the association’s General Secretary, had no mandate to […] The post CAN Disowns Cleric Over Tinubu’s Re-Election Endorsement appeared first on OsunDefender.
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FG Introduces Free Online Teaching Platform, Offers Pupils Free Internet Data
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Federal Government has introduced a new online teaching programme, known as Inspire Live, to provide pupils in schools without qualified subject teachers with access to live lessons delivered remotely by experienced instructors. The initiative is aimed at addressing the shortage of qualified teachers, particularly in rural and underserved communities, while improving access to quality […] The post FG Introduces Free Online Teaching Platform, Offers Pupils Free Internet Data appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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US Midterms: Abdul El-Sayed Makes History As First Muslim Elected To Senate, Defeats Trump-Backed Republican
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s United States Senate election, defeating Republican candidate Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim elected to the US Senate. The post US Midterms: Abdul El-Sayed Makes History As First Muslim Elected To Senate, Defeats Trump-Backed Republican appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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2027: Tinubu Will Win Re-election Based on Achievements – Education Minister
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure re-election in 2027, saying his administration’s achievements will earn him a second term. Alausa, who was recently appointed Director of Education Sector Mobilisation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, accused opposition parties of lacking a clear agenda […] The post 2027: Tinubu Will Win Re-election Based on Achievements – Education Minister appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowship 2026/2027
  Applications are now open for the DAAD Heilbronn AI Fellowship 2026/2027. The fellowship brings top international postdoctoral…
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Dangote Raises Petrol Price to N1,300 as Depot Owners Adjust Rates
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its petrol gantry price to N1,300 per litre from N1,215, reversing two previous price reductions and triggering fresh adjustments in the downstream petroleum market. The new price took effect from midnight on November 3, 2026, according to a notice circulated to the refinery’s customers. The News Chronicle reports that the […] The post Dangote Raises Petrol Price to N1,300 as Depot Owners Adjust Rates appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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Iran War Destroys Republican Midterm Hopes As Trump Admits Costly Political Blow
US President Donald Trump has admitted that the war against Iran contributed to the Republican Party's sweeping losses in Tuesday's midterm elections, as Democrats seized control of both chambers of Congress in a major setback for his administration. The post Iran War Destroys Republican Midterm Hopes As Trump Admits Costly Political Blow appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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2027 Polls: ‘We Maintain Political Neutrality’, Says CAN
The Association was reacting to one Archbishop Chivir Chianson and the group he represented, following attempts to present himself as the General Secretary of the Association and associate CAN with a purported church mobilisation in support of a political candidate. The post 2027 Polls: ‘We Maintain Political Neutrality’, Says CAN appeared first on Channels Television.
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UCL: Michael Carrick’s Job Saved as Man United Seal Comeback Win to End Winless Streak
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Manchester United ended their nine-game losing run in the UEFA Champions League as they staged a comeback from two goals down at Old Trafford to beat Roma and take the pressure off manager Michael Carrick. The visitors took an early lead as Matias Sole scored in the 11th minute before Donyell Malen scored a penalty […] The post UCL: Michael Carrick’s Job Saved as Man United Seal Comeback Win to End Winless Streak appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027: Fully Funded Graduate Study in France
  Applications are now open for the Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. The program is for students…
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2027: How Nigerian Politicians’ Scramble For Votes Is Turning Religious Centres Into Campaign Grounds
Churches, mosques and influential religious leaders are increasingly becoming important destinations for Nigeria's leading politicians and presidential aspirants as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, raising fresh concerns about the growing intersection of religion and partisan politics. The post 2027: How Nigerian Politicians’ Scramble For Votes Is Turning Religious Centres Into Campaign Grounds appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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MTN Opens Applications for 2027 Global Graduate Development Programme
  Applications are now open for the 2027 MTN Global Graduate Development Programme. The initiative aims to identify,…
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4,000 Newly Employed Public Servants To Strengthen A’Ibom Civil Service, Says Gov Eno
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BREAKING: ADC asks Nigerians to vote out APC, cites US midterm election outcome
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Nigerians to take a cue from the outcome of the United States midterm elections and use their votes to demand a change of government in the 2027 general elections. In a statement on Wednesday, Bolaji Abdullahi, its national publicity secretary, said the American elections showed that citizens could […] The post BREAKING: ADC asks Nigerians to vote out APC, cites US midterm election outcome appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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I Met Many Of Tinubu’s Classmates At Chicago State University, He’s A Genius — Tunji Alausa
Tunji Aluasa, who is Minister of Education, said President Tinubu transformed Nigeria from a "moribund country" to one that is growing in three years. The post I Met Many Of Tinubu’s Classmates At Chicago State University, He’s A Genius — Tunji Alausa appeared first on Channels Television.
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Four Nigerian-Americans Win US Mid-Term Elections
Four Nigerian-Americans have won elective positions in the United States mid-term elections, securing seats in local government and state legislatures across Maryland, Texas, Washington DC and Pennsylvania. The winners, Will Jawando, Junior Ezeonu, Oye Owolewa and Carol Kazeem, are all members of the Democratic Party, which flipped control of both the House and Senate, according […] The post Four Nigerian-Americans Win US Mid-Term Elections appeared first on OsunDefender.
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FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Can Flamingos Make History Against Brazil?
The Flamingos of Nigeria will be aiming to make history when they take on Brazil in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Wednesday night. The post FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Can Flamingos Make History Against Brazil? appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Obama Breaks Silence After Democrats’ Victory Over Trump’s Republicans
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Former United States President Barack Obama has reacted to the Democratic Party’s victory over President Donald Trump’s Republican Party in the just-concluded midterm elections. In a statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, Obama said the election results reflected Americans’ desire for political leaders who promote unity, offer practical solutions and prioritise public service […] The post Obama Breaks Silence After Democrats’ Victory Over Trump’s Republicans appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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World Bank Faults States Over Higher Spending on Roads Than Social Services
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The World Bank has expressed concerns over how Nigerian states have been prioritising spending on roads and transport infrastructure over education, health and social protection despite increased government revenues since 2023. The bank said it raised concerns over how states are spending money. The News Chronicle reports that World Bank representative Gloria Joseph-Raji said during […] The post World Bank Faults States Over Higher Spending on Roads Than Social Services appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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Dangote Unveils Namibia Energy Project, Proposes 1.6mb Tank Farm
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NNPC Posts N509bn Profit as September Revenue Hits N4.61trn
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited posted a profit of N509 billion after tax and revenue of N4.61 trillion in September 2026 on a marginal rise in oil and gas production. According to the company’s operations report for September, total hydrocarbon production rose to 3.04 million barrels of oil equivalent from 3.01 million barrels […] The post NNPC Posts N509bn Profit as September Revenue Hits N4.61trn appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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Man On The Cusp Of History: Busari Hakeem Ishola, Flamingos Coach
From Harry Awurumibe This evening in the cold weather of the Kingdom of Morocco, the head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, Busari Hakeem Ishola has a date with history when Nigeria meets Brazil in the second semi-final match of the on-going FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup at Pitch 3 of Mohammed [...]
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Lami Samuel Dawa: Why Borno Woman Was Jailed for 14 Years
In Borno, Lami Samuel Dawa, a Christian woman, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for what the state deemed an illegal conversion of a Muslim woman to Christianity. The incident happened in the Gwoza Local Government Area. Dawa was convicted and sentenced by a Borno State High Court. The judgment has sparked outrage across […] The post Lami Samuel Dawa: Why Borno Woman Was Jailed for 14 Years appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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Davido, Wizkid and the $500K Tour: Why Their Joint Concert Never Happened
For years, the possibility of seeing Davido and Wizkid headline the same concert tour has remained one of the biggest talking points among Afrobeats fans. Both singers have spoken about working together, shared memorable moments on stage and given the public reasons to believe that their long discussed partnership could eventually become a reality. However, […] The post Davido, Wizkid and the $500K Tour: Why Their Joint Concert Never Happened appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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FIFA Tests Radical New Rules to Make Youth Football More Exciting
The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. FIFA has experimented with a series of new football rules at the Under-15 World Cup in a move aimed at increasing young players’ involvement in matches and giving them more opportunities to develop their skills. The proposed changes, which depart from some of the traditional rules of the game, are designed to ensure that young […] The post FIFA Tests Radical New Rules to Make Youth Football More Exciting appeared first on The News Chronicle.
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