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Police arrest three suspects, recover firearms, vandalised cables, others in Oyo 
Oyo State Police Command has revealed that it has arrested no fewer than three suspects in connection with various criminal activities in the state. The Public Relations Officer of the command, Olayinka Ayanlade, made this known in a statement. The statement was made available to DAILY POST on Tuesday. Ayanlade explained that the command also recovered […] Police arrest three suspects, recover firearms, vandalised cables, others in Oyo 
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Zverev ‘doesn’t care’ about French Open favourite tag
Alexander Zverev insisted he's just focused on his upcoming semi-final rather than being the favourite to win a first major after he laid down a marker at the French Open on Tuesday with a straight-sets victory over Rafael Jodar. The post Zverev ‘doesn’t care’ about French Open favourite tag appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos tackling contraceptive barriers through community engagement, awareness campaigns — Official
According to her, the state’s family planning initiatives deliberately engage men, traditional rulers, religious leaders and other key community stakeholders to address misconceptions and improve acceptance of contraceptive services. The post Lagos tackling contraceptive barriers through community engagement, awareness campaigns — Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Police nab accountant over alleged ₦150m Lagos burglary
The Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, has arrested an accountant accused of masterminding a burglary in Maryland, Lagos, in which property worth about ₦150 million was stolen. The post Police nab accountant over alleged ₦150m Lagos burglary appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Focus on aviation, not Jonathan’s candidacy, PDP fires back at Keyamo
The PDP faction urges Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo to focus on aviation challenges, not Jonathan’s candidacy, as calls for his 2027 return grow. Read More: https://punchng.com/focus-on-aviation-not-jonathans-candidacy-pdp-fires-back-at-keyamo/
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Nigeria’s revenue not enough to match population – Presidency
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, says Nigeria’s revenue is not enough to match the large population of the country. Bwala made this remark on Tuesday during a live appearance in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. He was speaking on why so many Nigerian citizens are still struggling to see […] Nigeria’s revenue not enough to match population – Presidency
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Nigerian Peace Advocates Secure MWFAAN Grant for Interfaith Dialogue Initiative in Middle Belt
MWFAAN has awarded its 2026 Inter-Cohort Collaboration Grant to Abdullahi Haruna and Jennifer Hembafan Alih for an interfaith peacebuilding initiative.
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Tension as Atiku drags INEC over data breach allegation
Atiku Abubakar, ex-vice president of Nigeria, has taken a swipe at INEC over the data controversies that are rocking the electoral body ahead of the 2027 elections.
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PDP To Keyamo: You Lack Moral Authority To Advise Jonathan On 2027 Presidency
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has faulted comments by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, over the party’s endorsement of former President Goodluck Jonathan as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election, insisting that the minister lacks the moral authority to advise the former president. In a statement issued on Tuesday by […]
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Delta NDC Aspirant Akpovoka Alleges Plot To Manipulate Primary Results
House of Representatives aspirant for Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency of Delta State, Hon. Julius Akpovoka, has alleged a plot to manipulate the outcome of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) primary election in the constituency. Akpovoka raised the allegation at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, insisting that although he emerged winner of the […]
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Poland vs Nigeria: Chelle backs Super Eagles to cope despite Osimhen, Lookman’s absence
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has said that Nigeria has “a lot of good players” to rely on, despite the absence of star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman ahead of the team’s international friendly against Poland on Wednesday. Chelle had already confirmed that Osimhen and Lookman will miss the encounter. The Malian stated this […] Poland vs Nigeria: Chelle backs Super Eagles to cope despite Osimhen, Lookman’s absence
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Court orders a judicial review of the coroner’s inquest into Nkanu Adichie-Esege’s death
One of the key issues likely to be examined during the judicial review is whether the coroner’s court properly assumed jurisdiction, particularly given that Nkanu’s body had already been cremated before the inquest process began The post Court orders a judicial review of the coroner’s inquest into Nkanu Adichie-Esege’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Omo-Agege Cannot Be Trusted, Says Delta Governor Oborevwori
Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has described former deputy president of the senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, as untrustworthy, accusing him of political betrayal and failure to consult party leaders during key political processes in the state. Oborevwori made the remarks during an exclusive interview with Arise News, where he also dismissed Omo-Agege as no political […]
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Why Schools In Borno Are Not Shut Despite Insecurity — NUT
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has explained why it is opposed to any move to shut down schools in Borno State amid worsening insecurity, saying closure would amount to conceding victory to terrorists seeking to disrupt education in the state. Speaking in an interview in Maiduguri on Tuesday, the union’s National Publicity Secretary, Yusuf […]
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Jarvis recounts what discouraged her about Peller at their first meeting
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment Jarvis Jadrolita shared how she met Peller her boyfriend. Netizens reacted to the video.
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274 New Cholera Cases Recorded In Borno In 24 Hours As Toll Hits 4,204
At least 39 people have died while 4,204 suspected cholera cases have now been recorded across several local government areas of Borno State, health authorities have said, as 274 new infections were confirmed within the last 24 hours. The Incident Manager of the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre, Dr. Jacob Thlizer, disclosed the figures on […]
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Help fight fake news before gov poll, Osun REC urges media
Ahead of the August 15 Osun Governorship poll, INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner urges media to help fight fake news and safeguard election integrity. Read More: https://punchng.com/help-fight-fake-news-before-gov-poll-osun-rec-urges-media/
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FG targets 1.2m farmers with 2,000 tractors to boost food production
The Federal Government aims to boost food production in Nigeria, targeting 1.2 million farmers with 2,000 tractors and new initiatives to strengthen food s Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-1-2m-farmers-with-2000-tractors-to-boost-food-production/
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Police arrest drug suspect, foil bandit attack, recover stolen livestock in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command says it has recorded major successes in its fight against drug trafficking and banditry, arresting a suspected drug dealer, seizing a large quantity of illicit drugs, and recovering animals stolen by bandits. Police spokesperson, DSP Ahmad Rufai, said officers from the Bado Division stopped two men riding an unregistered motorcycle […] Police arrest drug suspect, foil bandit attack, recover stolen livestock in Sokoto
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VIDEO: Obasanjo Seeks International Coaches, Better Facilities For Nigerian Squash Development
The former president also stressed the need for more facilities to train, develop, and stimulate the interest of young Nigerians. The post VIDEO: Obasanjo Seeks International Coaches, Better Facilities For Nigerian Squash Development appeared first on Channels Television.
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Lagos council warns Alimosho residents against fake security alerts
The council chairman, Mr Johnson Akinpelu, issued the warning in a statement on Tuesday. The post Lagos council warns Alimosho residents against fake security alerts appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Transfer: Galatasaray told to sell Victor Osimhen
Former Turkish referee, Ahmed Çakar, has advised Galatasaray to sell their top striker, Victor Osimhen, if they receive an offer of 130 million Euros for his signature. Çakar believes the Turkish Super Lig champion would make a profit because they bought the Nigerian international for 75 million Euros from Napoli. Osimhen has been heavily linked […] Transfer: Galatasaray told to sell Victor Osimhen
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Niger Assembly approves N20.4bn loan for food security project
The Niger State House of Assembly has approved Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago’s request for a N20.4 billion loan facility to boost the state’s food security initiative through the development of a large-scale irrigated farming project. The approval was granted during Tuesday’s plenary session following the presentation of a letter from the governor addressed to the […] Niger Assembly approves N20.4bn loan for food security project
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Wike Assures Protesting Teachers Of Rescue Efforts, Warns Against Politicising Insecurity
The minister disclosed that security agencies were working within established operational protocols and had recorded progress in efforts to secure the victims' freedom. The post Wike Assures Protesting Teachers Of Rescue Efforts, Warns Against Politicising Insecurity appeared first on Channels Television.
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Turkish pundit reveals the only condition Galatasaray should sell Victor Osimhen
Turkish commentator Ahmet Cakar states the only condition for Galatasaray to sell Victor Osimhen amidst transfer speculation and interest from top European clubs.
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NUPRC Suspends Workers’ Industrial Action After Talks With Unions
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has suspended the industrial action initiated by its workers following successful negotiations between management and labour unions. The workers had commenced a strike on Monday over internal grievances, with sources within the agency indicating that the dispute was linked to concerns over foreign training opportunities and related welfare […]
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Ireland Tightens Rules For Long-Term Student Visa Applications
International students planning to study in Ireland for more than three months must now obtain a long-term study visa before travelling, the country’s Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) has announced. According to updated guidance cited by the Economic Times on Tuesday, non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals enrolling in academic programmes lasting longer than 90 days are […]
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Supporters’ Club Rallies To Roar Super Eagles Against Poland, Portugal
Fresh from their commanding victory at the 2026 Unity Cup in London, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are gearing up for two significant international friendlies against Poland and Portugal this week Behind the scenes, the Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC), one of the nation’s most fervent fan organisations, is already mobilising to ensure […]
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Oyo School Abduction Is An ‘Assault On Our Collective Humanity’ — Senate
The Senate president, Godswill Akpabio, expressed hope that the abducted victims would soon be freed and led lawmakers in a minute’s silence for the deceased. The post Oyo School Abduction Is An ‘Assault On Our Collective Humanity’ — Senate appeared first on Channels Television.
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Trump appoints Bill Pulte acting US intelligence chief
United States President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence, placing a trusted ally with no previous intelligence or national security background at the helm of the country’s intelligence community. Pulte, 38, will assume the role while continuing to oversee the Federal Housing Finance Agency, FHFA, and government-backed mortgage institutions […] Trump appoints Bill Pulte acting US intelligence chief
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Police allay fears over alleged security breach in Ondo
The Police Command in Ondo State says there is no recorded breach of security, terrorist threat or any incident capable of causing panic within Odigbo Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The post Police allay fears over alleged security breach in Ondo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FCT Natives Seek Inclusion Of Communities In Abuja Master Plan Review
The Abuja Original Inhabitants Youths Empowerment Organisation (AOIYEO) has welcomed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike’s plan to review the Abuja Master Plan, while calling for the full inclusion of the 858 indigenous communities in the process. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the Executive Director of AOIYEO, Commandant Isaac […]
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Friendly: Chelle upbeat Super Eagles will beat Poland 
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has reiterated his team’s desire to extend their unbeaten streak when they take on Poland in a friendly on Wednesday. The former African champions are unbeaten in their last five games. Chelle’s side last tasted defeat in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, when they lost […] Friendly: Chelle upbeat Super Eagles will beat Poland 
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Teachers Protest In Borno Over Students’ Abduction, Picket Govt House
Teachers in Borno State, under the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), on Tuesday took to the streets and picketed the Government House in Maiduguri to protest the abduction of students, including 48 pupils and students reportedly kidnapped by Boko Haram terrorists in Mussa, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of the state. The protesting teachers carried placards […]
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StarTimes set to broadcast 2026 World Cup from ₦4,000, offers ₦50m rewards to subscribers
StarTimes Nigeria highlighted that its Basic Bouquet, which starts from ₦4,000, will give subscribers access to the FIFA World Cup 2026, making the tournament one of the most affordable major sporting events available to television viewers in the country.
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