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Stakeholders Decry Demolition Of 50 Buildings By Suspected Land Grabbers
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s real estate industry have expressed concern over the demolition of about 50 buildings in a Lagos community by individuals suspected to be land grabbers, popularly referred to as “Omo Onile.” The incident has reignited discussions about persistent landownership disputes and enforcement gaps within the state’s property sector. The demolished structures were located […]
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Omisore withdraws court case over APC governorship aspirant disqualification
The campaign organisation of former Osun State Deputy Governor, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has confirmed that the legal action challenging the disqualification of several governorship aspirants by the All Progressives Congress has been withdrawn. In a statement released in Osogbo on Thursday, and signed by its Director General, Ajibola Famurewa, the organisation explained that the case […] Omisore withdraws court case over APC governorship aspirant disqualification
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Lauryn Hill Under Fire Over Six-Figure Tax Debt  
American singer and rapper, Lauryn Hill, has drawn attention to her unpaid tax issues. The record producer is currently subject to two active state tax liens totalling hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to records from the New Jersey Division of Taxation. The filings show that the first lien shows an unpaid balance of $133,246. […]
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Knorr Extends “Share The Good” Ramadan Initiative To More Communities
A leading food seasoning brand, Knorr, has commenced the 2026 edition of its annual Share The Good Ramadan initiative, bringing Iftar meals and community support to Muslim faithful across parts of Nigeria. The initiative began with outreach visits to communities in Ogun, Oyo, and Lagos States, where the brand shared meals with fasting Muslims at […]
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Falcon Corporation Advocates Appointment Of Women To Lead Energy Firms
The chief executive officer of Falcon Corporation Limited, Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, has called on Nigeria’s energy industry to deepen its commitment to appointing women to top leadership positions, particularly across the gas value chain, as the sector commemorates International Women’s Day 2026. Audrey made this call as part of the global celebration of women’s social, economic, […]
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Uzor Arukwe reacts to rumours of destroying Bambam’s marriage
Arukwe revealed that he had brought up her marriage before touching her, noting that he did not want to do anything that will jeopardize her marriage...
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Reminiscing Over The Day Truth Sat Opposite Bwala
There is an African proverb that says: “If lies travel for twenty years, the truth will surely meet it in one day.” Few modern political spectacles illustrate this ancient wisdom more vividly than the now-viral interview involving Daniel Bwala, the Presidential Spokesperson on Policy Communication for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and Mehdi Hasan of Al […]
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Meet Mark Consuelos' parents Saul and Camilla Consuelos
Who are Mark Consuelos’ parents? Find out about Saul and Camilla Consuelos, their life story, military background, and the family behind the famous actor.
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Two nabbed in Adamawa over alleged abduction of child
Two people have been nabbed in Adamawa State for allegedly abducting a four-year-old child and demanding for ransom. The Adamawa State Police Command arrested the two suspected kidnappers in connection with the abduction of the four-year-old boy in Ngballang, a community in Numan Local Government Area. The Police authorities said on Friday that the incident […] Two nabbed in Adamawa over alleged abduction of child
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Major blow hits Edo PDP as spokesman Osa-Ogbegie dumps party
"The opposition space in the country has, regrettably, struggled to organise itself with the clarity, cohesion and forward momentum required to offer the kind of structured political alternative that strengthens democracy," he stated.
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Eba Island: Reps to investigate territorial status over oil exploration dispute
House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the territorial status of Eba Island following emerging claims over its ownership and concerns that the dispute can trigger communal clashes and threaten The post Eba Island: Reps to investigate territorial status over oil exploration dispute appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ilaje monarchs seek Tinubu’s intervention
Foremost traditional rulers from the oil-rich Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the dispute over the ownership of oil-rich The post Ilaje monarchs seek Tinubu’s intervention appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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‘Reject religious sentiment in leadership choice’
The lawmaker representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Solomon Adeola, has urged the electorate not to allow religious sentiment influence their choice of leaders. He stressed the need to prioritise unity The post ‘Reject religious sentiment in leadership choice’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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#IWD2026: Kuda MFB Offers Millions In Grants To Women-Led Food, Hospitality Businesses  
As part of its Kuda for Her campaign for this year’s Women’s Month, Kuda Microfinance Bank (MFB) is inviting Lagos-based women entrepreneurs in the food and hospitality sector to pitch…
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Key To Economic Growth – Adeosun
Supporting women-led businesses could be the fastest way to boost Nigeria’s economy, former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun said on Thursday. Speaking at an International Women’s Day event organised by the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN), She said female entrepreneurs represent a powerful but underutilised economic force, particularly within micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Adeosun […]
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Stock Market Returns To Positive Position, Gains N649bn
The Nigerian stock market, on Thursday, reversed the negative direction witnessed in the previous two trading sessions, with a growth of N649 billion. The All Share Index (ASI) gained 1,010.22 points, representing a growth of 0.52 per cent to close at 196,908.76 points. Also, market capitalisation gained N649 trillion to close at N126.399 trillion. The […]
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Endgame: PDP’s long walk to oblivion
Lagos State chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) says it notes with a mixture of concern and inevitability, the steady descent of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into political irrelevance across The post Endgame: PDP’s long walk to oblivion appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Allegations Against Senator Karimi Baseless, Driven By Political Opportunism —Aide
The Media Office of to Senator Sunday Karimi, Representing Kogi West Senatorial Zone and Chairman, Senate  Committee on Services has issued a formal rejoinder regarding a publication dated March 10, 2026, and titled “The Fallacy of Sabotage: Setting the Record Straight on Kogi West 2027”. A statement issued by Busayo Tosin,Media Officer to Senator Sunday […]
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Breaking: Atiku's son announces party he registered with ahead of 2027
Adamu Atiku, son of ex-VP Atiku Abubakar, announces his registration with the African Democratic Congress, aiming to strengthen Nigeria's democracy and governance.
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APC Youth Leader Advises Federal Govt Against Politicians Hijacking State Police
The youth ;eader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers South-East Senatorial District, Hon. Innocent Ajaelu, has called on the federal government not to allow politicians to hijack the yet-to-be-created state police. Ajaelu, who made the call while speaking with LEADERSHIP in Port Harcourt yesterday, said that if politicians are allowed to hijack the […]
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Ondo begins clearing of waterways
Ondo State Government has begun clearing of waterways across four local governments in Ondo South Senatorial District, to improve water transportation and enhance economic activities, particularly fishing in riverine communities. The post Ondo begins clearing of waterways appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Accord, PDP members clash with APC supporters in Osun
There was pandemonium in Ede, hometown of Governor Ademola Adeleke, yesterday, as members of Accord Party and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) clashed with supporters of All Progressives Congress (APC), over The post Accord, PDP members clash with APC supporters in Osun appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ekiti okays N6.2b for road rehabilitation
Ekiti State Government has approved N6.29 billion for the rehabilitation of key township roads in Ado-Ekiti, as part of efforts to improve urban mobility and stimulate socio-economic activities in the The post Ekiti okays N6.2b for road rehabilitation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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AbdulRazaq empowers Kwara residents
Kwara State Government has given industrial cassava flour (garri) processing machines to the people of Owode Oja in Asa Local Government to boost their businesses, create jobs, improve livelihoods and The post AbdulRazaq empowers Kwara residents appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu Deserves Second Term, Say Road Transport Employers
Ahead of the January 16, 2027 general election, the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) has declared that President Bola Tinubu deserves a second term in office to consolidate on his achievements. The President of RTEAN, Dr. Musa Muhammadu-Maitakobi, stated this while addressing journalists during a working visit to the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
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Oil holds above $100, stocks fall as Khamenei targets Hormuz
Oil prices held gains above $100 Friday and most equity markets dropped after Iran's leader called for the blocking of the crucial Strait of Hormuz and the opening up of new fronts in the war against the United States and Israel. The post Oil holds above $100, stocks fall as Khamenei targets Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Group mobilises for APC candidates
Omoluabi Movement, a grassroots political group in Ogun State, has reaffirmed its commitment to mobilising support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, senatorial aspiration of Governor Dapo Abiodun The post Group mobilises for APC candidates appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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LPDC Judgment: Group Hails Kalu’s Exoneration, Cautions Against Blackmailing Political Leaders
A foremost parliamentary group in Nigeria, the Parliamentary Advocacy Network (PAN), has lauded the landmark verdict of the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) over the allegation of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and Nigeria Law School overlap involving the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. The LPDC on Wednesday […]
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N1bn scholarship opportunity: Foundation ready to sponsor 1,000 Nigerian students
Tunji Olowolafe Foundation has launched the Gbemisola Olowolafe Miva Scholarship, a ₦1 billion initiative that will fund the university education of 1,000 students.
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Akpabio, Barau, Others Challenge Abaribe’s Defection To ADC
A stormy session in the Senate on Thursday saw Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin challenging the legality of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe’s (Abia South) defection from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The issue was raised by Barau, who cited Sections 65 and 68 of […]
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ADC Hits Tinubu Over ‘Game’ Comment on Electoral Act, Questions Democratic Credentials
The opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of trivialising governance and raising questions about his commitment to democratic principles. The criticism followed the President’s remark during an Iftar (breaking of fast) meeting with the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), where he dismissed opposition concerns over the Electoral Act 2026 Amendment, telling […]
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Does Lee Majors have any biological children? Meet the actor's family
Does Lee Majors have any biological children? Discover how many kids he has and how he has balanced fatherhood with family life and his Hollywood career.
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Foundation, Partners Celebrate Women With Disabilities In Bayelsa
Persons with disabilities in Bayelsa State have called for greater inclusion, opportunities and support, especially for women, as stakeholders gathered in Yenagoa to mark this year’s International Women’s Day. The event held yesterday at Dormaris Hotel in Yenagoa was organised by the Do Foundation in collaboration with partners including the Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring […]
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M/East ‘pushed to breaking point’, UN chief warns
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the Middle East crisis is pushing the region to a breaking point, urging a ceasefire and return to diplomacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/m-east-pushed-to-breaking-point-un-chief-warns/
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How transport fares jumped in Lagos, other cities amid petrol price increases
Lagos and Abuja face soaring petrol prices, leading to increased transport fares and living costs. Despite Dangote Refinery's price cut, consumers feel the strain.
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Advocacy Groups, PWD, Others Celebrate International Women’s Day In Bayelsa
March 13, (THEWILL) — Gender Rights Advocacy group, Do Foundation, and others celebrated the International Women’s Day 2026, “Women living with disabilities in Bayelsa State”, calling on the state and federal lawmakers to quickly pass and sign the Bayelsa State Persons with Disabilities Bill into law. The organisers of the event, the Joint National Association […] The post Advocacy Groups, PWD, Others Celebrate International Women’s Day In Bayelsa appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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