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NGX posts strong week as investors gain N1.54tn
Meanwhile, a total turnover of 4.373 billion shares worth N97.783 billion in 110,736 deals was traded this week by investors on the floor of the Exchange.
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Nigeria is already one-party state under Tinubu — Dele Momodu
Media entrepreneur and former presidential aspirant, Dele Momodu, has claimed that Nigeria has already slipped into a one-party state under President Bola Ahmed...
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No Regret Supporting President Tinubu Since 2022 — Wike
Wike said his political decisions are guided by the principles of character and integrity, adding that he never concealed his support for Tinubu from the outset. The post No Regret Supporting President Tinubu Since 2022 — Wike appeared first on Channels Television.
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Daddy Lumba: Sights & sounds as Ghanaians mourn legend at Kumasi funeral
Hundreds of mourners, music lovers, cultural custodians and dignitaries have converged on the iconic Baba Yara Sports Stadium this morning as final funeral rites for highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, unfold.
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Zamfara clinches $500,000 prize for performance in primary healthcare
Zamfara State has emerged as the best-performing state in the North-West zone of the Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge. The state was announced the winner during an award night held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre on The post Zamfara clinches $500,000 prize for performance in primary healthcare appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Bauchi gov pledges recruitment of 10,000 youths, women
"There are 214 jobs with 5,669 vacancies that are available in 18 MDAs, and all the people from local governments have applied...
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UN vs US: Gaza aid resolution sparks diplomatic tensions
The United States has sharply criticised the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for passing what it described as another biased and unserious resolution concerning the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
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US-Based Group Warns of Planned Christmas Attacks in Nigeria
A United States–based humanitarian organisation, Equipping The Persecuted, has warned of an alleged plan by terrorists to launch coordinated attacks on communities in northern Nigeria on Christmas Day, a claim the Bola Tinubu Presidency has dismissed as doubtful and capable of inciting panic. The organisation raised the alarm in Washington, D.C., during a roundtable meeting […] The post US-Based Group Warns of Planned Christmas Attacks in Nigeria appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Disorder in Parliament reflects poorly on Speaker – Senyo Hosi
Convener of the OneGhana Movement and Trustee of the Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has criticised Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin over what he describes as persistent disorder in Ghana’s legislature, saying it reflects weak leadership and a worrying culture of impunity.
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VIDEO: Bandits use special kind of technology to make calls — Communication Minister
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has disclosed that bandits and other criminal groups use...
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FG unveils OneGov ECMS to boost digital shift in mining sector
The Federal Government has launched the OneGov Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS), marking a major milestone in the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda. It also said the achievement underscored the decisive shift driven by the administration since assuming office. Speaking The post FG unveils OneGov ECMS to boost digital shift in mining sector appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Kebbi gov assures parents of students’ safety, security after Maga abduction
Following the Maga abduction, Kebbi’s governor assures parents of students’ safety with strengthened security measures and stakeholder consultations. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-gov-assures-parents-of-students-safety-security-after-maga-abduction/
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Kano govt bans ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi’, orders crackdown
He warned that such activities amount to the creation of unauthorised enforcement structures...
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No Amount of Money Can Push Me Into Politics, Not Even $1bn — Oyedepo
Presiding Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has declared that no amount of money, including $1 billion, can persuade him to venture into partisan politics. Oyedepo made the statement while speaking during the impartation service of the church’s annual convocation, Shiloh 2025, according to Vanguard. He […] The post No Amount of Money Can Push Me Into Politics, Not Even $1bn — Oyedepo appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Bago proposes ₦1.3tr 2026 budget for Niger
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has presented a ₦1.3 trillion appropriation bill for the 2026 fiscal year to the Niger State House of Assembly. The budget, tagged “Budget of Consolidation,” was presented at the Assembly chamber in Minna on The post Bago proposes ₦1.3tr 2026 budget for Niger appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ekiti LGA wins N5m prize in cultural contest
Ido-Osi emerged overall winner ahead of five other LGAs at the grand finale of the competition, organised by a civil society organisation, Gender Mobile Initiative (GMI), in collaboration with the Ekiti State Government, as part of activities marking the global 16 Days of Activism.
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Final funeral rites for late defence minister Dr Omane Boamah underway in Koforidua
Koforidua is set to host a solemn national gathering today as the final funeral rites of former Defence Minister, Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, take place at Jackson’s Park in the Eastern Regional capital. The funeral, scheduled for 12:00 noon in the New Juaben South Municipality, is expected to draw senior government officials, executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), traditional leaders and members of the public to honour the memory of the late statesman.
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Mining sector digitization triggers revenue increase, efficiency, global recognition – Alake
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake has attributed the giant strides recorded to digital reforms introduced to the sector by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration in the last The post Mining sector digitization triggers revenue increase, efficiency, global recognition – Alake appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FG to empower 10,000 women with tricycle, motorcycle loans
The Nigerian government launches a mobility programme to empower 10,000 women with loans for tricycles and motorcycles, boosting financial inclusion. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-empower-10000-women-with-tricycle-motorcycle-loans/
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APC Moves To Reclaim Osun After Adeleke’s Defection From PDP
The move followed recent defection by the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, to the Accord Party from the Peoples Democratic Party The post APC Moves To Reclaim Osun After Adeleke’s Defection From PDP appeared first on Channels Television.
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Kinsmen dismiss viral video linking ex-COAS Yahaya to terrorism
“To accuse a former Chief of Army Staff of sponsoring terrorism is beyond mischief; it is a deliberate attack....
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Wike At 58: FCT Minister Says He Has No Regret Supporting Tinubu Since 2022
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he has no regrets openly supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, since 2022, stressing that his position has remained… The post Wike At 58: FCT Minister Says He Has No Regret Supporting Tinubu Since 2022 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Lai Mohammed urges Nigerians to encourage Tinubu in fight against insecurity
The immediate past Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Lai Mohammed, has urged Nigerians to give encouragement to the President Bola Tinubu-led administration in the fight against insecurity in the country. While emphasising that no president would want his country The post Lai Mohammed urges Nigerians to encourage Tinubu in fight against insecurity appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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I won’t join politics, even if you give me $1bn – Oyedepo
Reflecting on past warnings, the cleric said, “In 2015, I warned the church that trouble was coming. Didn’t trouble come?”
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Woman Executed For Killing Four-Year-Old Stepdaughter
Iran has carried out the execution of a woman convicted of killing her four-year-old stepdaughter in the country’s northwest, judicial authorities confirmed on Saturday. According to the judiciary’s official outlet, Mizan Online, the child, identified as Ava, died in December 2023 after suffering severe brain injuries linked to repeated abuse allegedly inflicted by her stepmother. […] The post Woman Executed For Killing Four-Year-Old Stepdaughter appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Why Remi Tinubu is angry at Adeleke — Dele Momodu
Veteran journalist and publisher Dele Momodu has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, attributing her...
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Senyo Hosi questions Ghana’s democratic image after Kpandai rerun chaos in Parliament
Former Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors, Senyo Hosi, has criticised Ghana’s political leadership following chaotic scenes in Parliament that unfolded Tuesday, December 9, questioning the image of governance being projected to the world.
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Fans Vandalise India Stadium After Messi’s Abrupt Exit
An angry fan told the Press Trust of India (PTI) that people had spent "a month's salary" to see Messi. The post Fans Vandalise India Stadium After Messi’s Abrupt Exit appeared first on Channels Television.
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Bayelsa gov Diri mourns late deputy, Ewhrudjakpo
"You know what it means when you have a deputy governor who works with you loyally. He was dependable, a workaholic and very resourceful. The post Bayelsa gov Diri mourns late deputy, Ewhrudjakpo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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ICPC disowns event allegedly scheduled to hold at EFCC headquarters
The poster of the event being circulated on social media indicated that it will hold between 17th and 22nd December at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC in Abuja.
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Full list of Premier League players going to AFCON
The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, bringing together the continent’s top national teams. The post Full list of Premier League players going to AFCON appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Troops Repel ISWAP Attack, Neutralise VBIEDs, Recover Weapons, Logistics In Borno
During the attempted attack, terrorists attempted to breach the base using two Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs). The post Troops Repel ISWAP Attack, Neutralise VBIEDs, Recover Weapons, Logistics In Borno appeared first on Channels Television.
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Okada riders association promises discipline after legalisation of commercial motorcycles
The Okada Riders Association of Ghana has pledged to enforce strict discipline among its members following Parliament’s passage of the Road Traffic Amendment Bill, 2025, which legalises commercial motorcycle and tricycle operations.
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Police speak on reported attack in Ajebo community in Lagos
The police said they have conducted a preliminary investigations into the disturbance in Ajebo community, which occurred earlier in the week. The post Police speak on reported attack in Ajebo community in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Christian Genocide In Nigeria Is Real – ECWA
The General Secretary of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), Dr Ayuba Asheshe, has reiterated that there is evidence beyond doubt that Christian genocide is real in Nigeria. Asheshe lamented that insecurity in the country has claimed 19,100 churches, 600 clergymen abducted and thousands of Christians killed in Nigeria. Speaking to newsmen in Jos, Asheshe […] The post Christian Genocide In Nigeria Is Real – ECWA appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Sophia Momodu responds fiiercely to accusation of flaunting fake designer bag
Davido's baby mama and fashionista, Sophia Momodu, responded fiercely to a netizen’s accusation about her Birkin bag being a replica, sparking reactions.
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