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A-Court verdict: PDP elders move to reconcile feuding camps
–How Wabara-led BoT plans peace –Enough of litigation, Wike-backed PDP declares lReconciliation yes; APC appendage no — Turaki-led By Omeiza Ajayi, Adeola Badru & Luminous Jannamike ABUJA —STAKEHOLDERS and elders of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, were, last night, ready to pursue reconciliation as advised by the Court of Appeal, Ibadan Division. The court, yesterday, […] The post A-Court verdict: PDP elders move to reconcile feuding camps appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Naira depreciates to N1,426 in parallel market
The  Naira yesterday  depreciated  to N1,426 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,420 per dollar on Tuesday. The post Naira depreciates to N1,426 in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.
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M-East war:  Despite Dangote refinery’s price cut, petrol is still N1,300 per litre
Despite the reduction of Dangote Petroleum Refinery gantry price of petrol by N100 per litre to N1, 075 per litre, due to the drop in crude oil price to $88 per barrel from $110 per barrel in the global market, oil marketers are yet to reduce price at filling stations. The post M-East war:  Despite Dangote refinery’s price cut, petrol is still N1,300 per litre appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Judicial cleansing: EFCC’s axe dangles over 100 lawyers as 17 get LPDC sanctions
No fewer than 100 lawyers are currently under the radar of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The post Judicial cleansing: EFCC’s axe dangles over 100 lawyers as 17 get LPDC sanctions appeared first on Vanguard News.
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2027 elections: As politicians hollow out Nigeria’s democracy, by Ikechukwu Amaechi
I am gravely worried about the 2027 elections. Other well-meaning Nigerians, who want the best for the country, are worried too. And this is not about being an alarmist. No! It is realism. The augury is too stark that one needs not be endowed with the gift of clairvoyance to read the handwriting on the wall. […] The post 2027 elections: As politicians hollow out Nigeria’s democracy, by Ikechukwu Amaechi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PSG Thrash Chelsea 5-2 To Take Control Of UCL Last-16 Tie
March 11, (THEWILL) — Paris Saint-Germain defeated Chelsea 5-2 in the UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg at Parc des Princes, leaving Liam Rosenior’s side facing a three-goal deficit ahead of Tuesday’s return fixture at Stamford Bridge. Joao Pedro squandered a fourth-minute opening from Reece James’ delivery, but PSG broke the deadlock 10 minutes later […] The post PSG Thrash Chelsea 5-2 To Take Control Of UCL Last-16 Tie appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Why Nigeria should not be a one-party state
The strength of every genuine democracy is tested not only at the ballot box but by the vitality of opposition parties. Today in Nigeria, the troubling question is whether the visible disarray within opposition ranks signals something deeper — a slow drift towards one-party dominance under the All Progressives Congress, APC. Across the country, defections […] The post Why Nigeria should not be a one-party state appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Plateau Assembly advances bill to strengthen legislative autonomy
The Plateau State House of Assembly has passed the second reading of a bill seeking to repeal and re-enact the Plateau State House of Assembly Service Commission Law. The post Plateau Assembly advances bill to strengthen legislative autonomy appeared first on Vanguard News.
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I’m a die-hard democrat – Tinubu
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu on Wednesday branded himself a "die-hard democrat," urging Nigerian politicians across party lines to embrace true democratic principles and submit to the rule of law—no matter the personal or political cost. The post I’m a die-hard democrat – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Interior minister hails Oyedele’s appointment as Finance minister, lauds Tinubu
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has described the appointment of Dr Taiwo Oyedele as the Minister of State for Finance as a significant win for Nigeria’s economic sector, labeling the appointee a man of "unwavering dedication" and "brilliance." The post Interior minister hails Oyedele’s appointment as Finance minister, lauds Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Revealed: What Liam Rosenior said after Chelsea's dramatic loss to PSG
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior reflects on the team's 5-2 loss to PSG, highlighting Filip Jorgensen's crucial errors ahead of the second leg at Stamford Bridge.
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State police: Tinubu is pushing Nigeria towards a disaster, by Olu Fasan
Recently, President Bola Tinubu unceremoniously sacked Kayode Egbetokun as Nigeria’s 22nd Inspector-General of Police, IGP, reportedly for expressing strong reservations about the creation of state police. Tinubu swiftly named Tunji Disu as the new IGP. Disu immediately declared that “state police has come to stay” and set up a panel to develop a framework for establishing […] The post State police: Tinubu is pushing Nigeria towards a disaster, by Olu Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Senate approves N1.7trn 2025 Statutory Budget for NDDC
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Senate on Wednesday approved the 2025 statutory budget of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) totalling N1,750,923,400,137.15. The approved budget includes N47.57 billion for personnel expenditure, N49.93 billion for overhead costs, N22.36 billion for internal capital expenditure, and N1.63 trillion allocated for development projects. The approval followed the presentation […] The post Senate approves N1.7trn 2025 Statutory Budget for NDDC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Igbo community blows out over alleged killing of 41 villagers, details emerge
Umobor Akaeze community in Ebonyi State has taken action after the alleged killings of 41 residents amid a land dispute, despite a Supreme Court judgement
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The authority you carry: Mastering executive presence, by Ruth Oji
Picture this: A woman walks into a room. She doesn’t announce herself. She doesn’t demand attention. Yet somehow, the atmosphere shifts. Conversations pause mid-sentence. Heads turn. People straighten in their seats. She hasn’t said a word, but everyone knows—someone significant has arrived. What just happened? Was it her title? Her reputation? Perhaps. But more likely, it […] The post The authority you carry: Mastering executive presence, by Ruth Oji appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Ogun Waste Recyclers praise Abiodun, support OGWAMA reforms
The Ogun State chapter of the Association of Waste Management & Recyclers of Nigeria (AWAMRN) has commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his prompt intervention in resolving issues between the association and the Ogun State Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA). The post Ogun Waste Recyclers praise Abiodun, support OGWAMA reforms appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Digital identity orchestration in identity verification
Understanding what identity orchestration is and how it works helps organizations streamline identity management processes, reduce operational complexity, and improve user experiences across digital services. The post Digital identity orchestration in identity verification appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Bwala at Al Jazeera: How to disown one’s past politics
By EBUKA UKOH Some political interviews expose policy weakness. Others expose something deeper: the fragility of credibility. Presidential aide Daniel Bwala’s recent appearance on Head to Head with Mehdi Hasan at Al Jazeera belonged to that second category. It was not simply a difficult interview for a presidential spokesman. Public officials are expected to face hard […] The post Bwala at Al Jazeera: How to disown one’s past politics appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Insecurity: Scholars harp on peace-building efforts, suggest solutions
One of the panellists emphasised the need to institutionalise peace education within Nigeria’s formal education system. The post Insecurity: Scholars harp on peace-building efforts, suggest solutions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Reflections on CBN and interest rate dynamics
By ARIZE NWOBU Interest rate is the cost of money and one of the major macroeconomic variables which determine the dynamics, direction and health of an economy.  Other major macroeconomic variables are exchange rate, inflation rate, unemployment rate, imports and exports and consumer confidence.  Central banks determine the interest rates for their respective economies towards attaining […] The post Reflections on CBN and interest rate dynamics appeared first on Vanguard News.
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UCL Roundup: Valverde fires Real Madrid to big win as PSG hit five against Chelsea
Elsewhere, Bodø/Glimt beat Sporting CP 3-0 in Norway, while Arsenal drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen after Kai Havertz scored a late penalty against his former club. The post UCL Roundup: Valverde fires Real Madrid to big win as PSG hit five against Chelsea appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Troops repel ISWAP attack on Military base in Yobe
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force (Northeast) Operation HADIN KAI have repelled coordinated attacks by terrorists on troops location in Goniri, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe, Media/Information Officer, The post Troops repel ISWAP attack on Military base in Yobe appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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The Senseless Attacks On Peter Obi
According to reports, the assault on the ADC chieftains occurred shortly after the group returned from the party’s secretariat where they had formally received Olumide Akpata — the Labour Party’s…
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Democracy, Responsibility, And The Road To 2027
As Nigeria inches closer to another election cycle, one uncomfortable truth confronts us: many citizens have lost confidence in the integrity of our political institutions. Public frustration is rising, and…
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Manuel Refuse To Marry: TikTok resurrects King Pereama 2024 track ‘I Love My Wife’
“Manuel refuse to marry, refuse to raise a family, you be Akpainfoko, you nor go young forever bachelor go and marry your wife oooh. Nightclubs are not your house…” The post Manuel Refuse To Marry: TikTok resurrects King Pereama 2024 track ‘I Love My Wife’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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National Social Register And The State Governors
Ordinarily, the motive of any government for a social register is laudable. The noble aim, of course, is for the compilation of the list of those identified as the poorest…
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Lady posts photo showing handwriting of her roommate who's studying medicine and surgery
A Nigerian lady has gone viral on social media after capturing the handwriting of her roommate who's studying medicine and surgery. Netizens reacted.
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Lady captures car that electrician drove to her house
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady expressed awe after seeing the car that an electrician drove to her house.
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We’re in control of PDP’s machinery – Wike
Mr Wike said his faction's national convention scheduled for 29 and 30 March, will still hold. The post We’re in control of PDP’s machinery – Wike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Countries agree on historic release of crude reserves to lower oil prices
Countries belonging to the International Energy Agency have agreed to release 400 million barrels of emergency oil reserves to stabilise global markets amid supply disruptions caused by the escalating Middle East war. The post Countries agree on historic release of crude reserves to lower oil prices appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Terrorism: Court Sentences Three Arrested By DSS To 10 Years In Prison For Arms Trafficking
The Chief Magistrate Court Grade 1 sitting in Jalingo, capital of Taraba State, has convicted three persons arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS), for arms trafficking. They were…
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Havertz’s Late Penalty Saves Arsenal’s Blushes at Leverkusen
March 11, (THEWILL) — Kai Havertz returned to haunt Bayer Leverkusen, netting a stoppage-time penalty to earn Arsenal a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie, preventing his former club from carrying an advantage into the second leg at the Emirates Stadium. Leverkusen made the brighter start, with Christian […] The post Havertz’s Late Penalty Saves Arsenal’s Blushes at Leverkusen appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Giant killers Bodø/Glimt crush Sporting to continue stunning European Run
The hosts sealed an emphatic victory in the 71st minute when Kasper Høgh finished from close range after a well-timed assist by Jens Petter Hauge, sending the home supporters into celebration.
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Edo Igbo Communities Allege Decades Of Marginalisation, Identity Suppression
Igbo-speaking communities in the Ika axis of Edo State have voiced strong concerns over what they describe as long-standing political marginalisation and the erosion of their cultural identity, accusing successive…
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Anioma Group Decries Leadership Imbalance In Ohanaeze Ndigbo Lagos, Demands Inclusive Representation
The Apex Association of Anioma Indigenes Inc. has expressed concern over what it described as a persistent imbalance in the leadership structure of the Lagos Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, urging…
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Elena Jessica: Nancy Isime says no to BBL, elicits debate online
Nollywood star Nancy Isime reacts to Elena Jessica's tragic passing after a botched BBL, advising women to embrace their bodies and sharing her weight loss journey.
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