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Black Sunday in Kano: Over 30 killed in road accident
Tragedy struck Kano State on Sunday as more than 30 people reportedly lost their lives in a road accident at Kwanar Barde, Gezawa Local Government Area. The post Black Sunday in Kano: Over 30 killed in road accident appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Osimhen fires Galatasaray past Rizespor with 15th goal of season
Victor Osimhen continued his fine scoring form for Galatasaray, netting his 15th goal of the season in a commanding 3-0 victory over Caykur Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig. The post Osimhen fires Galatasaray past Rizespor with 15th goal of season appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Finance, Investment Stalling Large-Scale Action Movies In Nigeria — Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde
The actress said Nollywood, which has spanned the VHS/CD era to the streaming era, has never been limited by fear in its storytelling. The post Finance, Investment Stalling Large-Scale Action Movies In Nigeria — Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde appeared first on Channels Television.
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Obasanjo seeks recognition of Iwe Iroyin House, others as heritage sites
Former President Obasanjo calls for the recognition of key Nigerian heritage sites like the Iwe Iroyin House to preserve history and boost tourism. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-seeks-recognition-of-iwe-iroyin-house-others-as-heritage-sites/
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Saudi League: Morgan reveals what Ronaldo wants as Al-Nassr star goes on strike
British broadcaster, Piers Morgan has revealed what Cristiano Ronaldo wants as the Al-Nassr forward went on strike. Ronaldo refused to play in Al-Nassr’s recent two matches against Al-Riyadh and Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. The Portugal captain is said to be very angry with the PIF because they didn’t back Al-Nassr during the winter […] Saudi League: Morgan reveals what Ronaldo wants as Al-Nassr star goes on strike
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EPL: Haaland scores late penalty as Man City stun Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield
Erling Haaland scored a dramatic 93rd-minute penalty as Manchester City pulled off a stunning comeback against Liverpool to keep the Premier League title race alive. A battling win for Pep The post EPL: Haaland scores late penalty as Man City stun Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Japa: UK hikes PhD stipend to £21,805
The United Kingdom’s research funding body, UK Research and Innovation, has approved an increase in the minimum stipend payable to PhD students, with the new rates set to take effect from October 1, 2026. Under the revised structure, the annual minimum stipend for doctoral researchers will rise to £21,805, up from £20,780, representing another above-inflation [...]
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Tinubu to visit Kebbi for Project Commissioning, Argungu Festival — Gov Idris
Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will embark on a two-day visit to the state to commission selected projects and attend the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival. The governor said the President is expected in Kebbi between February 11 and 14 for the commissioning of projects executed by […] Tinubu to visit Kebbi for Project Commissioning, Argungu Festival — Gov Idris
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Tension in Kebbi as Customs allegedly shot dead car dealer
The deceased left behind two wives and seven children, as well as an aged mother and father. The post Tension in Kebbi as Customs allegedly shot dead car dealer appeared first on Vanguard News.
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JAMB 2026: List of active educational mobile Apps one can use to prepare for UTME
EdTech apps helped Nigerian students prepare for JAMB UTME with AI tutors, offline access, past questions, and gamified learning for exam success.
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Illegal mining: NSCDC, DSS crack down on culprits in Kebbi operation
The Federal Government’s Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (PAGMI) has received renewed momentum following a sweeping crackdown that dislodged thousands of illegal miners from designated mining sites in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State. In a coordinated, multi-agency operation, operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, in collaboration with […] Illegal mining: NSCDC, DSS crack down on culprits in Kebbi operation
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Grieving mother calls for probe over death of gospel singer, three others
The mother of one of the four music crew members found dead in a studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos State, has appealed for justice, describing the incident as painful and suspicious. In an emotional video shared on Saturday by an event content creator, Seyizy Sho, the distraught woman called on Nigerians [...]
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NBA president, Osigwe didn’t brand judges, lawyers ‘worst bribe takers’
Contrary to reports suggesting that the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, described judges and lawyers as the “worst bribe takers and givers,” excerpts from his full speech show that no such assertion was made. The post NBA president, Osigwe didn’t brand judges, lawyers ‘worst bribe takers’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Report flags 92 fraudulent projects under Tinubu administration
Hundreds of projects remained incomplete or have not commenced despite budgetary allocations, the report stated. The post Report flags 92 fraudulent projects under Tinubu administration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Police confirm arrest of suspected abductors of two medical doctors’ brothers in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of suspected kidnappers in connection with the abduction of two medical doctors’ brothers in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state. DAILY POST reports that the two medical doctors were abducted on January 2, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m. along City Pride Road, Igbira […] Police confirm arrest of suspected abductors of two medical doctors’ brothers in Edo
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CAF CL: Rivers United eliminated after Pyramids’ 4–1 comeback in Uyo
Pyramids will conclude their group stage campaign at home against Power Dynamos, knowing their knockout spot is already secured.
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Press freedom advocate seeks protection for Nigerian journalists
Nigerian journalist and Advocate for Press Freedom, Livinus Chibuike Victor, has strongly condemned the growing cases of intimidation, harassment, unlawful detention, and killing of journalists across Nigeria. Victor, in a The post Press freedom advocate seeks protection for Nigerian journalists appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Kaduna cleric commiserates with Kwara community over bandits attack
Apostle Emmanuel Kure expresses deep sympathy with victims of the tragic Kwara bandits attack, calling for unity, prayers, and enhanced security. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-cleric-commiserates-with-kwara-community-over-bandits-attack/
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Man City Beat Liverpool To Rekindle Fading Premier League Title Hopes
Haaland put City in front from the spot before the visitors had another goal ruled out, and Szoboszlai was sent off in the same incident after a VAR review. The post Man City Beat Liverpool To Rekindle Fading Premier League Title Hopes appeared first on Channels Television.
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Either defer new royalty regime or abolish Growth and Sustainability Levy – Chamber of Mines to government
“Should government proceed with the reform, the Chamber further recommends the inclusion of robust transitional and grandfathering provisions to protect existing operations and committed investments approved under the current regime. A balanced, predictable, and competitive fiscal framework remains essential if Ghana is to maximise the long-term value of its gold resources, sustain employment and investment, and preserve the sector’s contribution to national development”, it added.
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Tanker explosion claims lives of driver, conductor in Anambra
Asekhauno said the incident involved a commercial tanker with no registration number, conveying inflammable content and a motorcycle with no registration number. The post Tanker explosion claims lives of driver, conductor in Anambra appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Gov Yusuf mourns road accident victims, orders free medical care
Gov. Abba  Yusuf of Kano State has expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in a road accident at Kwanar Barde, Gezawa Local Government Area. The post Gov Yusuf mourns road accident victims, orders free medical care appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of results setback – Okei-Odumakin
Okei-Odumakin, the President of the Centre for Change, said that the decision was troubling. The post Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of results setback – Okei-Odumakin appeared first on Vanguard News.
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ASHE Slams Tinubu Amid Kwara Terror, Calls Out Yoruba Leaders’ Alleged Colonial Sellout
The ASHE Foundation states that since the destruction of Oyo Ile in 1835 and the Ilorin Fulani enthronement of a new lineage in 1837 in Oduduwa land, the enthroned Alaafin…
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Nnamdi Kanu announces ‘total cancellation’ of sit-at-home in South-east – IPOB
The enforcement of the sit-at-home had resulted in deadly attacks and destruction of goods in Nigeria’s South-east for years, despite being cancelled repeatedly by the Mr Kanu-led IPOB. The post Nnamdi Kanu announces ‘total cancellation’ of sit-at-home in South-east – IPOB appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Man City beat Liverpool 2-1 to rekindle title hopes
Erling Haaland's stoppage-time penalty earned Manchester City a dramatic 2-1 win at Liverpool on Sunday to reduce Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League back to six points. The post Man City beat Liverpool 2-1 to rekindle title hopes appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Fresh update emerges as popular gospel artiste, 3 others found dead in music studio
The Lagos State Police Command has given a fresh update following the tragic deaths of gospel artiste Matthew Ogundele and three others found in a music studio.
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The Suit is a shroud ; the fugu is our resurrection
Fellow Africans, citizens of Ghana and Zambia, I speak to you not as a commentator, but as a sentinel on the wall. I am witnessing a moment so pregnant with possibility that it would be criminal to let it pass. For too long, we have seen ourselves through lenses not our own, measured our progress by foreign yardsticks, and allowed superficial misunderstandings to eclipse profound truths. ​A recent incident, a seemingly trivial "blouse" brouhaha, has thrown open a door we must now stride through with conviction. When our esteemed Ghanaian President, in his regal Fugu, stepped into Lusaka, a segment of the Zambian digital community mistook the very symbol of Northern Ghanaian royalty for a "woman’s blouse."
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Stanley Nwabali: 2 clubs Super Eagles goalkeeper could join after leaving Chippa United
Stanley Nwabali is a free agent after leaving Chippa United and is already attracting interest across Africa with two clubs linked with the Super Eagles goalkeeper.
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Electoral Act: Real-time result transmission may endanger rural voting — CSO
A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW), has warned that making real-time electronic transmission of election results mandatory could The post Electoral Act: Real-time result transmission may endanger rural voting — CSO appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Anfield in Shock: Late goal sends Liverpool crashing as Man City claim victory
Manchester City turned a tense contest on its head at Anfield on Sunday, claiming a dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool thanks to late strike from Erling Haaland
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Senate hails Tinubu’s halal economy drive
The Committee added that Nigeria’s halal strategy is inclusive, market-led and globally focused, aimed at improving standards and competitiveness while respecting the country’s diversity.
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Presidency confirms Tinubu’s state visit to UK
President Tinubu and First Lady Remi Tinubu will be hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla from 18 to 19 March 2026.... The post Presidency confirms Tinubu’s state visit to UK appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Nigerian governor disowns car donation to TikToker
The government warns individuals against carrying out similar actions in the name of the governor or the Sokoto State Government. The post Nigerian governor disowns car donation to TikToker appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Niger Delta Digital Museum unveiled in Abuja as stakeholders call for history centre
Stakeholders from government, the diplomatic corps, the creative sector, and development organisations have called for increased investment in technology and historical preservation in the Niger Delta following the unveiling of The post Niger Delta Digital Museum unveiled in Abuja as stakeholders call for history centre appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Police arrest suspect, recover 117 rounds of live ammunition
The Benue State Police Command has taken into custody a suspected criminal and seized a cache of 117 rounds of live ammunition in Ukum Local Government Area of the state. In a statement released on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, disclosed that the arrest was made following actionable intelligence regarding the […] Police arrest suspect, recover 117 rounds of live ammunition
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