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Tiny mocks Happy Boy ahead GOtv Boxing Night 34
Get ready for GOtv Boxing Night 34 on Dec 26! See Tiny Agboola face Happy Boy Adeleke for the national super bantamweight title amid fierce trash talk. Read More: https://punchng.com/tiny-mocks-happy-boy-ahead-gotv-boxing-night-34/
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2025 CAF Awards voting results spark controversy
Full voting results from the 2025 CAF Awards reveal a major controversy as Nigerian representatives voted against their own top players like Victor Osimhen Read More: https://punchng.com/2025-caf-awards-voting-results-spark-controversy/
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Aina launches new boots for AFCON 2025
Nottingham Forest’s Ola Aina unveils his new boots, the limited-edition Sokito ‘Mr Lulu’, a sustainable design inspired by Nigerian culture for AFCON 2025. Read More: https://punchng.com/aina-launches-new-boots-for-afcon-2025/
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US lawmakers, Nigerian Reps hold fresh sessions over rising insecurity
US and Nigerian lawmakers hold sessions to address Nigeria’s rising insecurity, focusing on kidnappings and the alleged persecution of Christians. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-lawmakers-nigerian-reps-hold-fresh-sessions-over-rising-insecurity/
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What are 'rare earths' for?
Crucial for making smartphones, fighter jets and electric cars, "rare earth" metals have become a strategic bargaining chip since main producer China this year introduced restrictions on their exports. - Fighter jets, golf clubs - Aviation is a major consumer of rare earths, especially for military plane manufacturing.
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Salah to miss Nigeria, Egypt friendly
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah is set to miss the Egypt vs Nigeria friendly. Manager Arne Slot confirmed he joins the AFCON squad on Dec 15, after the game. Read More: https://punchng.com/salah-to-miss-nigeria-egypt-friendly/
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Cricket: Runsewe leads Nigeria to West Africa Trophy
Sulaimon Runsewe will captain the Nigeria cricket team as the Yellow Greens defend their title at the West Africa Trophy in Abuja. See the full squad list. Read More: https://punchng.com/cricket-runsewe-leads-nigeria-to-west-africa-trophy/
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AI In Journalism: Opportunities Or Threats?
OJO ADEMOLA In the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of journalism, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked both excitement and apprehension. As AI technologies continue to advance, the… The post AI In Journalism: Opportunities Or Threats? appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Insecurity: Don’t travel without seeking clearance, NYSC DG warns corps members in Edo
The director-general, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has appealed to corps members to always seek clearance from the constituted authority before embarking on a journey during their service year in order to prevent avoidable dangers on the highways. He gave the advice while addressing the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Corps members currently undergoing […]
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Drug trafficking: Nigerian, accomplice jailed 37 years in S’Africa
A Nigerian man and his South African accomplice were jailed for a combined 37 years for drug trafficking after being caught with R260,050 of methamphetamin Read More: https://punchng.com/drug-trafficking-nigerian-accomplice-jailed-37-years-in-safrica/
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Telcos added N4.4tn to economy in Q3 – Report
Nigerian telcos’ GDP contribution hit N4.4tn in Q3 2025, driving 84.5% of the ICT sector’s N5.2tn revenue, a new NBS report reveals. Read More: https://punchng.com/telcos-added-n4-4tn-to-economy-in-q3-report/
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Priest recounts assault by naval officers at Anambra checkpoint
An Anglican priest recounts being brutally assaulted by naval officers at a checkpoint in Anambra over false allegations of making a phone call. Read More: https://punchng.com/priest-recounts-assault-by-naval-officers-at-anambra-checkpoint/
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What is the Average Income in Nigeria?
I still remember sitting in a Lagos bukka three years ago, chatting with a primary school teacher over a plate of jollof rice. She told me something that’s stayed with me ever since: “My salary looks good on paper, but The post What is the Average Income in Nigeria? appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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‘Nigeria needs preventive risk frameworks’
Nigeria’s Head of Civil Service calls for a shift to preventive risk frameworks, urging institutions to adopt forward-looking strategies for stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-preventive-risk-frameworks/
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Firm launches hub for local entrepreneurs in Lagos
Chateau Royal has launched The Meadows, a new lifestyle and entrepreneur hub in Lagos’ Awoyaya area to boost local business, hospitality, and urban living. Read More: https://punchng.com/firm-launches-hub-for-local-entrepreneurs-in-lagos/
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FRSC And Its Unreliable Data (1)
ALIMI O. ADAMU High-quality data is a fundamental tool for crash analyses and research necessary for effective road safety management system. It is useful for assessing performance of road safety… The post FRSC And Its Unreliable Data (1) appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Localising the ITU Facts and Figures 2025, by Okoh Aihe
There is no doubt that cost of connectivity and access to connectivity will remain a valid concern until there is noticeable improvement that guarantees inclusivity for remote domains and for all classes of people.  This is what the International Telecommunications Union, ITU, works for and it also remains the preoccupation of jurisdictional regulators like the Nigerian […] The post Localising the ITU Facts and Figures 2025, by Okoh Aihe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tricycle driver bags 10-year jail term for killing colleague
A Lagos court sentences a 42-year-old tricycle driver to 10 years in prison for involuntary manslaughter after he killed his colleague during a dispute. Read More: https://punchng.com/tricycle-driver-bags-10-year-jail-term-for-killing-colleague/
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African air travel grew 7.3% in October – IATA
IATA’s latest report shows African air travel demand increased by 7.3% in October, highlighting the continued recovery and resilience of the region’s aviat Read More: https://punchng.com/african-air-travel-grew-7-3-in-october-iata/
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Marital dispute: Edo Assembly summons 2Baba’s wife
The Edo State House of Assembly on Tuesday summoned the member representing Egor Constituency, Natasha Irobosa, to appear before its Ethics and Privileges Committee within one week. The Assembly said she was invited to defend herself over allegations of misconduct leveled against her. PUNCH Metro learnt that the development comes amid growing controversy surrounding the Read More: https://punchng.com/marital-dispute-edo-assembly-summons-2babas-wife/
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The North must own its problem, by Rotimi Fasan
The Northern Governors Forum, together with traditional rulers from the North, rose from a meeting convened in Kaduna on Monday this week with a major resolution: that a centralised police system is no longer workable for Nigeria in view of the mounting security challenges facing the country. The meeting followed a similar one held by […] The post The North must own its problem, by Rotimi Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Unilever engages transporters on safety
Unilever Nigeria Plc hosts its annual Transporters’ Safety Week to reinforce road safety, prevent accidents, and ensure a zero-fatality transport network. Read More: https://punchng.com/unilever-engages-transporters-on-safety/
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Edo, PDP bicker over alleged destruction of Obaseki’s legacy projects
Edo State politics heat up as the PDP accuses the APC-led government of destroying ex-Gov. Obaseki’s legacy projects, sparking a war of words. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-pdp-bicker-over-alleged-destruction-of-obasekis-legacy-projects/
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From Secrecy To Discipline: Inside NNPCL’s Bold Rebuild
ENAM OBIOSO For decades, the national conversation around the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has been clouded by politics, suspicion, and loosely framed financial arguments. The latest controversy broke… The post From Secrecy To Discipline: Inside NNPCL’s Bold Rebuild appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Tinubu, N’Assembly, Wike donate N320m to Nigerian legion
President Tinubu leads a N320m Nigerian Legion donation for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, reaffirming commitment to military welfare. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-nassembly-wike-donate-n320m-to-nigerian-legion-2/
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NDDC provides free medical outreach for over 8,000 in Calabar
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in partnership with medical professionals and stakeholders, has concluded a free medical outreach in Calabar held between November 24 to 28. The event took place at the Women and Children Hospital on Murtala Mohammed highway and provided a wide range of free specialist healthcare services to underserved residents. During […]
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27-year-old man found dead in deep well in Ogbomoso
The body of a 27-year-old man, identified as Alagbe Gbemisoye, was recovered on Monday from a deep well in the Ire-Akari, Adeniran area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The post 27-year-old man found dead in deep well in Ogbomoso appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Dictatorship has no place in Nigeria, says Shettima
VP Shettima declares that dictatorship is impossible in Nigeria, assuring that the Tinubu administration will protect press freedom and freedom of expressi Read More: https://punchng.com/dictatorship-has-no-place-in-nigeria-says-shettima/
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Freedom for justice miscarriage victim, Sunday Jackson
A major flaw in the Nigerian legal system has been exposed to the global community with the trending story of brazen miscarriage of justice visited on citizen Sunday Jackson, a farmer from Dong community in Numan Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Sometime in 2015, Jackson was working on his farm and a Fulani herdsman, […] The post Freedom for justice miscarriage victim, Sunday Jackson appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Reps seek support for families of five slain policemen
Nigerian lawmakers urge federal support for the families of five slain policemen killed in Bauchi, calling for justice and immediate financial aid. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seek-support-for-families-of-five-slain-policemen/
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Borno rebuilt 45 churches destroyed by B’Haram – Zulum
Borno Governor Zulum states his government rebuilt 45 churches destroyed by Boko Haram, stressing the insurgency is not a religious but a humanitarian cris Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-rebuilt-45-churches-destroyed-by-bharam-zulum/
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Five suspects in custody for attacking Rivers cops, rifles recovered
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested five suspects linked to an attack on its officers in Port Harcourt, recovering two stolen police rifles. Read More: https://punchng.com/five-suspects-in-custody-for-attacking-rivers-cops-rifles-recovered/
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700,000 meters available for distribution, says NERC
NERC confirms 700,000 electricity meters are available in Nigeria, urging DisCos to accelerate distribution and improve communication with customers. Read More: https://punchng.com/700000-meters-available-for-distribution-says-nerc/
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Senate reshuffles, picks new heads for security committee, others
The Nigerian Senate announced a major reshuffle of its standing committees, appointing new heads for National Security, Air Force, and other key positions. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-reshuffles-picks-new-heads-for-security-committee-others/
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Onyema warns new taxes could cripple airlines
Air Peace Chairman Allen Onyema warns that impending taxes, set for 2026, could cripple Nigerian airlines if not reviewed, despite recent sector improvemen Read More: https://punchng.com/onyema-warns-new-taxes-could-cripple-airlines/
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IPI blacklists Govs Bago, Eno, Egbetokun over press freedom violations
The International Press Institute, IPI, Nigeria has listed the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Olukayode Egbetokun; Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State and his Niger State counterpart, Mohammed Bago, in its Book of Infamy, for violating press freedom. The post IPI blacklists Govs Bago, Eno, Egbetokun over press freedom violations appeared first on Vanguard News.
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