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Gulf’s Fragile Trade Lifeline Hangs On UAE’s Eastern Ports
At the UAE port of Fujairah, conveyor belts offloaded grain from bulk carriers on Wednesday, while crude oil flowed through pipes and onto tankers berthed along its quay. Dozens of loaded trucks lined up near the port and others parked outside waiting their turn, while offshore, vessels labelled Cosco, Gardenia and other shipping lines lay […]
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Breaking: Another House of Reps Member Dumps APC, Discloses Next Party Ahead of 2027
A member of the House of Representatives, Joshua Chinedu Obika, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and defected to the Nigerian Democratic Congre
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Olakunle Churchill’s School Visit to Daughter Sparks Mixed Reactions Online
Olakunle Churchill shares a heartfelt video visiting his daughter amid his marriage saga with Rosy Meurer, sparking mixed reactions from fans about his fatherhood.
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PSG Edge Bayern Out To Set Up Champions League Final Against Arsenal
Holders Paris Saint-Germain booked their place in the UEFA Champions League final after a tense 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich in Munich, sealing a dramatic 6-5 aggregate victory. The French champions came into the second leg with a slender advantage and wasted no time asserting themselves, striking as early as the third minute through Ousmane […]
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PSG Edge Bayern Out To Set Up Champions League Final Against Arsenal
Holders Paris Saint-Germain booked their place in the UEFA Champions League final after a tense 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich in Munich, sealing a dramatic 6-5 aggregate victory. The French champions came into the second leg with a slender advantage and wasted no time asserting themselves, striking as early as the third minute through Ousmane […]
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Hardship: ‘Your second term would be hellfire’ – Speed Darlington fault Tinubu’s re-election bid
Controversial Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid following the economic situation of the country. The singer publicly criticised second term ambition in a video shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday. While questioning the president’s achievement since he assumed office in 2023, Darlington lamented the government policy failure, structural failure, […] Hardship: ‘Your second term would be hellfire’ – Speed Darlington fault Tinubu’s re-election bid
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Witness in ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s fraud trial narrates how Maitama property was bought with N550m
The charges allege diversion of N80.2 billion from the accounts of the Kogi State Government and some local governments while he was in office. The post Witness in ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s fraud trial narrates how Maitama property was bought with N550m appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Champions League Final: Arsenal vs PSG — date, time, venue
Arsenal and PSG have secured their places in the 2026 UEFA Champions League final after eliminating Atletico and Bayern Munich respectively. The post Champions League Final: Arsenal vs PSG — date, time, venue appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NACA picks Anambra as pilot state for HIV prevention plan
Anambra State is now a pilot for Nigeria’s national HIV prevention plan (2026–2030), set to become a model for grassroots HIV response and prevention. Read More: https://punchng.com/naca-picks-anambra-as-pilot-state-for-hiv-prevention-plan/
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Champions League: PSG eliminate Bayern Munich, to play Arsenal in final
Paris Saint-Germain will face Bayern Munich in the final of this year’s Champions League final. The Ligue 1 champions were held to a 1-1 draw at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night. Despite most pundits and fans expecting a similar game to the 5-4 last week, it was a tight affair between the two teams. […] Champions League: PSG eliminate Bayern Munich, to play Arsenal in final
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Fubara working, not campaigning — Aide counters Wike
The Rivers State Government has denied claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that Governor Siminalayi Fubara is ignoring his duties to focus on getting a second term.
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‘They deceived us; but I made money’ — Women trafficked to Ivory Coast for prostitution
Despite the ordeal, she admitted the financial returns influenced her perception of the experience The post ‘They deceived us; but I made money’ — Women trafficked to Ivory Coast for prostitution appeared first on Vanguard News.
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France Moves Aircraft Carrier To Red Sea With Eyes On Hormuz Mission
France on Wednesday deployed its carrier strike group to the Red Sea as part of planning for a potential mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, urging Washington ‌and Tehran to consider the proposal given the global economic impact of their competing blockades. Fresh exchanges of fire on Monday underscored the stakes as the U.S. […]
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Iran Deal ‘Very Possible,’ Says Trump
Despite the US leader's optimism, Iran has yet to respond to a new US proposal, with its chief negotiator warning that Washington was seeking to force the Islamic republic's "surrender". The post Iran Deal ‘Very Possible,’ Says Trump appeared first on Channels Television.
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"Arsenal in trouble": Fans react as Paris Saint-Germain qualify for Champions League final
Paris Saint-Germain qualifies for their second consecutive UEFA Champions League final after defeating Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate, aiming for back-to-back titles
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Niger State APC Explores Consensus Primaries For 2027 Elections
The governor of Niger state, Hon. Mohammed Umaru Bago, has said the state was exploring the adoption of the consensus method of primary election to nominate the All Progressives Congress(APC) candidates for the 2027 polls in his state. Bago stated this while addressing journalists shortly after he submitted his expression of interest and nomination forms […]
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Iran Wants To Make Deal, Says Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran wants to negotiate and ‌make a deal, adding that the U.S. was doing very well in Iran and that it was going very smoothly. “We’re doing very well in Iran. ⁠It’s going very smoothly, and we’ll see what happens. They want to make a deal, they […]
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Nigeria’s Mining Sector Attracted $2.6bn FDI In 30 Months- Shettima
The vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said the reforms of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the mining sector is beginning to manifest, with over $2.6 billion in Foreign Direct Investment attracted to the sector in the last 30 months alone. He explained that through the de-risking of the mining environment in […]
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PSG break Bayern hearts, set up explosive Champions League final clash with Arsenal
Defending champions, Paris Saint-Germain booked their place in the UEFA Champions League final after edging past Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate following a tense 1-1 draw in Wednesday night’s semi-final second leg at the Allianz Arena.
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PSG reach Champions League final after 1-1 draw at Bayern
Holders Paris Saint-Germain booked a Champions League final against Arsenal as a 1-1 draw in their semi-final second leg at Bayern Munich on Wednesday sealed a 6-5 aggregate victory. The post PSG reach Champions League final after 1-1 draw at Bayern appeared first on Vanguard News.
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‎Lyrics Hall Of Fame To Celebrate Nigerian Music Pioneers, Visionaries
‎The Lyrics Hall of Fame and Museum Foundation (LHMFF) is set to celebrate its pioneers and visionaries in an anticipated first-ever Nigeria Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. ‎ ‎The event to be held in Lagos, Nigeria, is a product of years of visionary planning and meticulous groundwork that began in 2009 and will be […]
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EFCC arraigns man for N20 million livestock scam
The charges were brought under the law that prescribes 20 years' imprisonment without the option of a fine. The post EFCC arraigns man for N20 million livestock scam appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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PSG Beat Bayern Munich, Set Up Champions League Final Against Arsenal
Leading 5-4 after last week's thrilling first leg in Paris, Luis Enrique's side stretched their overall advantage early on through Ousmane Dembele. The post PSG Beat Bayern Munich, Set Up Champions League Final Against Arsenal appeared first on Channels Television.
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NNL: Inter Lagos pip Ranchers Bees to boost title hopes
Inter Lagos defeated Ranchers Bees 2-0 in their second game at the Nigeria National League, NNL, Super Four playoff. The modest side lost to Doma United 1-0 in their opening fixture. It was Ranchers Bees second defeat in the competition. Qoyum Akinpelu put Inter Lagos ahead with a powerful shot two minutes after the break. […] NNL: Inter Lagos pip Ranchers Bees to boost title hopes
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Accord Party backs Abia gov for second term, assures alliance 
The Accord Party officially endorses Abia State Governor Alex Otti for a second term, citing his exceptional performance and promising a political alliance Read More: https://punchng.com/accord-party-backs-abia-gov-for-second-term-assures-alliance/
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Ranked: 2026 Ballon d'Or favourite after Champions League finalists were confirmed
The 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings shift as the UEFA Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal vie for supremacy, with top contenders detailed inside.
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UK Exposes Russia’s Network Trafficking Nigerians To Fight In Ukraine
The United Kingdom has taken widespread action and imposed sanctions against a shadowy network of traffickers, foreign recruiters and drone suppliers blamed for Moscow’s war in Ukraine and allegedly trafficking vulnerable Nigerians and other nationals to fight in Ukraine. The UK government on Wednesday said 35 individuals and entities linked to what it described as […]
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2027 election: Primate Ayodele sends strong warning message to Tinubu, alerts of “serious” fallout, see details
Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele has sent a fresh, strong warning message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.
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Police Bust N713.9m Bank Fraud Syndicate, Arrest 2 Suspects
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has uncovered a sophisticated fraud syndicate accused of diverting N713.9 million from customers’ bank accounts, arresting two suspects allegedly linked to the scheme alongside a Chinese accomplice still on the run. Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), DCP Anthony Placid, disclosed the development in a statement issued Wednesday in Abuja, noting […]
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UCL: He’s not Haaland, hasn’t set place on fire — Owen criticizes Arsenal’s Gyokeres
Former Manchester United striker, Michael Owen, has criticized Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres following the Gunners’ Champions League triumph over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. Owen claimed that the former Sporting CP striker isn’t Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe, or Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, or Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, because he has not set the place on fire. “Gyokeres […] UCL: He’s not Haaland, hasn’t set place on fire — Owen criticizes Arsenal’s Gyokeres
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NDC Not A Threat To APC – Yilwatda
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress(APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the ruling party is not worried about the exploits of the Nigerian Democratic lCongress(NDC) as it poses ppp0awmakers into its folds. But fielding questions after inspecting the sales and submissions of forms by aspirants in the party in Abuja on Wednesday, Yilwatda […]
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Tinubu’s Reforms Creating Stronger, More Viable States— Shettima
President Bola Tinubu’s comprehensive economic restructuring is rebuilding the pillars of Nigeria’s economy every state of the federation can depend on, the vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said. He identified the outcome of the restructuring, aimed at reducing subnational dependence on the federal government, largely through fiscal reforms and increased allocations to states, as […]
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Wike issues ultimatum to contractors ahead of Tinubu’s third anniversary
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike issues a strict ultimatum to contractors to complete major infrastructure projects ahead of President Tinubu’s anniversary. Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-issues-ultimatum-to-contractors-ahead-of-tinubus-third-anniversary/
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Nigerian Gov Slams INEC Over 2027 Election Timetable Overlapping With Hajj
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the scheduling of activities for the 2027 general ele
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Nigeria Customs asks shortlisted candidates to complete forms for final recruitment stage
The Nigeria Customs Service has asked candidates who passed earlier stages of its 2025 recruitment exercise to visit its recruitment portal and complete a designated form ahead of the final interview and physical screening. The post Nigeria Customs asks shortlisted candidates to complete forms for final recruitment stage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Anambra ADC chairman resigns over Obi’s exit from party
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) chairman in Anambra State, Mr. Chris Nwosu, resigns from his position, citing Peter Obi’s departure from the party. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-adc-chairman-resigns-over-obis-exit-from-party/
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