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Ominira Initiative Free Trade Fellowship 2026 – Applications Now Open (Fully Remote)
  The Ominira Initiative is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Free Trade Fellowship, a fully remote, six-month…
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Kidnapping: Oyo CP queries DPO, detains Inspector over unprofessional conduct
The Oyo State Police Commissioner is investigating a DPO and Inspector for unprofessional conduct after residents protested rising kidnapping cases in Jobe Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnapping-oyo-cp-queries-dpo-detains-inspector-over-unprofessional-conduct/
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7 UK visa rules to know if you separate or divorce your partner
Migrants in the UK on partner visas must follow certain rules if their relationship ends. Here are five UK visa rules to know after separation or divorce.
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APC 2026 National Convention: Umahi Inaugurates Logistics Committee
The minister of works, Engr. David Umahi, on Tuesday formally inaugurated the All Progressive Congress (APC) Committee on Accommodation and Transportation in Abuja for the forth coming national convention 2026. He pledged a seamless convention devoid of logistics challenges. The committee’s mandate includes transportation logistics and movement planning, accommodation planning and coordination, hotel engagement and […]
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Drones fall near Dubai airport, ships hit as Iran presses on with attacks
Drones fell near Dubai airport, injuring four people, while ships were hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday as Iran kept up its campaign disrupting oil markets and air and maritime traffic. The post Drones fall near Dubai airport, ships hit as Iran presses on with attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BREAKING: Court of Appeal adjourns PDP Ibadan convention case, urges amicable settlement
The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan on Wednesday adjourned the case involving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over its Ibadan elective convention indefinitely. The court also granted the parties The post BREAKING: Court of Appeal adjourns PDP Ibadan convention case, urges amicable settlement appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Fubara To Swear-In 5 Commissioner-designates On Wednesday
Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara will on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, swear-in five commissioner-designates, who were screened and confirmed by the State House of Assembly. Secretary to the State Government, Dr Dagogo Wokoma, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt yesterday, said the ceremony will take place at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, […]
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Mutfwang Inaugurates 14-Member Advisory Committee On State Police
Plateau State governor Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has inaugurated a 14- member State Advisory Committee on State Police as part of efforts to strengthen the security architecture of the state. Mutfwang while speaking during the inauguration explained that the initiative followed the recent declaration by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the need to deepen and strengthen […]
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Watch: Galatasaray fans applauds the fans after they unveiled a banner for Victor Osimhen
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk praises fans for their heartfelt tribute to striker Victor Osimhen, who was emotional after the gesture honouring his late mother.
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UBA, Others Lose Bid To Disqualify Prosecutor In $950,000 Fraud Case
  The Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed an application filed by United Bank for Africa Plc and three others seeking to disqualify a retired Deputy Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Jackson, from continuing to prosecute a $950,000 fraud case initiated by the Nigeria Police’s Special Fraud Unit (PSFU). The trial judge, Justice Deinde Dipeolu, […]
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UCL: Galatasaray can hurt Liverpool at Anfield — Osimhen 
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Victor Osimhen insists Galatasaray can hurt Liverpool at the Anfield next week, Prompt News reports. Okan Buruk’s side will head into the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 encounter with a slim 1-0 lead. Galatasaray started the game strongly with Mario Lemina slotting home Osimhen’s header after seven minutes. Liverpool however [...]
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Three vessels set ablaze as Iran threatens to close Gulf oil chokepoint
Oil prices have surged and markets have see-sawed since the ends of last month, when the United States and Israel attacked Iran, killed its supreme leader and plunged the Middle East into war. The post Three vessels set ablaze as Iran threatens to close Gulf oil chokepoint appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Africa’s Business Heroes 2026: Applications Now Open (USD $1.5 Million in Grants)
  Since its founding in 2019, Africa’s Business Heroes has championed entrepreneurs who go beyond building successful businesses;…
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Nigeria’s Meningitis Burden Persists As Dry Season Fuels Outbreaks
Meningitis remains one of Nigeria’s recurring public health challenges, particularly in the northern region that lies within Africa’s meningitis belt. The disease, an infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, remains one of the most devastating infectious diseases worldwide. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the disease continues to pose a […]
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IMN Urges Katsina To Blame Security Operatives For Any Breakdown Of Peace
Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), followers of Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky in Katsina State, have called on the state government not to blame its members for any breakdown…
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Police vow to reclaim Kwara communities from bandits
The Inspector General of Police had urged Kwara communities not to surrender to bandits, assuring residents that security agencies would reclaim affected areas.
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Next Generation Of Women Can Lead Global Transformation, Says Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has praised the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) for using the capital market to advance inclusion, transparency, and opportunity for women across…
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ECOWAS Parliament Seeks Overhaul Of Regional Educational System
As a strategy towards advancing the subregion and educational competitiveness internationally, the Economic Community of West African States Parliament has sought to overhaul the region’s educational system. This was advocated…
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Drones Fall Near Dubai Airport, Ships Hit As Iran Presses On With Attacks
The oil-rich Gulf has borne the brunt of Iran's attacks in response to US-Israeli strikes that sparked the Middle East war The post Drones Fall Near Dubai Airport, Ships Hit As Iran Presses On With Attacks appeared first on Channels Television.
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Turkey: Osimhen, Onuachu named In Team of the Week
Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu has been included in the Turkish Super Lig Team of the Week, DAILY POST reports. The duo played important roles in their clubs wins last weekend. Galatasaray defeated Istanbul rivals Besiktas 1-0 with Osimhen scoring the winning goal. It was Osimhen’s 11th league goal of the campaign. Onuachu grabbed a […] Turkey: Osimhen, Onuachu named In Team of the Week
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‘She must be a freak’ – Don Jazzy reveals ideal woman
Ace producer and music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has disclosed his type of ideal woman. Appearing in a recent episode of the Is This Seat Taken podcast hosted by actress Chinasa Anukam, Jazzy revealed that his ideal woman is a freak with a soft body and personality. The 43-year-old explained […] ‘She must be a freak’ – Don Jazzy reveals ideal woman
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Tension in Anambra as Police Chief Nwode Refutes Whistleblower’s Organ Harvesting Claims
A Chief Superintendent of Police, Ms Nkeiruka Nwode, has defended her role in the investigation of an alleged fraud involving the withdrawal of over ₦100 million from a suspect’s bank account in Anambra State, insisting that her actions were professional and aimed at protecting the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force. Recall that Nnamdi Daniel Emeh, […]
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Atlético Madrid Thrash Tottenham In 7-goal Thriller
Madrid, Spain – Atlético Madrid asserted firm control over their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie tonight, delivering a stunning 5-2 victory against Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg. The Wanda Metropolitano witnessed a breathtaking opening 22 minutes as the hosts scored four times, leaving Tottenham’s defense in disarray and forcing an early substitution […]
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Video: Jessica Elena's friend calls for protest to seek justice, Nigerians react
Destiny called for justice after her friend Elena Jessica's tragic death post-BBL surgery, igniting mixed reactions on social media over hospital accountability.
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PAAU VC Ogbo Appoints Uredo Omale As PRO
The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has appointed Mrs. Uredo Omale as the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the university. The appointment takes…
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Borno Police Task Residents On Vigilance In Ramadan’s Last 10 Days
The Borno State Police Command has urged residents to remain vigilant and security-conscious as Muslims enter the last ten days of Ramadan. The police further advised residents to report any suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station, adding that they are intensifying patrols and surveillance across Maiduguri and other parts of the state, […]
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Katy Perry loses trademark battle to Australian designer
The designer had accused the global pop star of trademark infringement, arguing she registered and used the “Katie Perry” name for her clothing label before the singer rose to worldwide fame.
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Kaduna community embarks on self-help project to prevent flooding
Residents of Bondon Ward in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State have embarked on a self-help project to construct a double-cell ring culvert on a road that connects 10 communities. The post Kaduna community embarks on self-help project to prevent flooding appeared first on Vanguard News.
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IGP Leads Crackdown On Forest Bandits In Kwara, 32 Suspects In Net
The quiet forest corridors stretching across parts of Kwara State have long been whispered about as safe havens for criminal gangs. On Tuesday, those shadows were shaken as the Nigeria…
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BOI, Plateau sign N4bn deal to fund small businesses
The Bank of Industry and Plateau State partner on a N4bn fund for Plateau SME funding, aiming to boost local businesses, create jobs, and empower women & y Read More: https://punchng.com/boi-plateau-sign-n4bn-deal-to-fund-small-businesses/
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PDP now ‘orphan’, not driven by anybody – Umar Sani
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Umar Sani, has said the party is currently not being driven by any leadership bloc, suggesting it is now “an orphan”. Sani made the remark on Wednesday while speaking on The Morning Show on Arise Television. He said the party’s current challenge is not the threat of failing […] PDP now ‘orphan’, not driven by anybody – Umar Sani
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ADC Accuses PDP Faction Of Trying To Hijack Party Structure In Cross River
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State has accused a group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members of trying to take over the party’s structure in the state. Speaking at a press briefing in Calabar, the party’s vice chairman for the Central Senatorial District, McFarlane Ejah, said, “We condemn in strong terms the […]
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COAS Advocates Effective Career Planning For Operational Success
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has emphasized the importance of efficient career planning and management of Nigerian Army officers as a critical factor in achieving…
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Kano Head Of Service Sack By Gov Yusuf
Abdullah I Musa has been relieved of his duty as the Kano State Head of Service by Governor  Abba Yusuf. Spokesperson to the state government, Sanusi Bature made this know…
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Reps Give FAAN 14 Days To Recover N18.98bn Debt From Foreign Airlines, Query NBET Over SPV Registration
The House of Representatives Committee on Finance on Tuesday directed the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to recover over N18.98 billion owed by foreign airlines operating in the country…
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Champions League: Late Yamal Penalty Earns Barcelona 1st-leg Draw At Newcastle
Lamine Yamal denied Newcastle United a priceless victory with the final kick of the game as Barcelona snatched a draw which sends them into next week’s return as favourites to make the Champions League quarterfinals. The Spain international struck from the penalty spot in the sixth minutes of added time to cancel out Harvey Barnes’ […]
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