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GES warns public against fake recruitment letter circulating on social media
The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a warning to the public following the circulation of a letter on social media claiming to announce the commencement of recruitment.
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Destiny Boy's UK visa approved for 2026 tour after death, fans react: "What is now the use?"
Fans mourn Destiny Boy after news of a UK embassy outreach surfaced posthumously, revealing a time-critical visa approval linked to his tragic death.
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Vanguard Cuts Ties as Chairman Jumps Ship
The Katsina Restoration Vanguard has washed its hands clean of its Chairman after his sudden political somersault from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Leaders of the movement drawn from the state’s three Senatorial Zones made this known on Saturday while addressing journalists in Katsina, insisting the defection was a […]
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Indonesia Landslide Kills Eight, More Than 80 Missing
Triggered by heavy rainfall, it struck villages in Java's West Bandung region in the early hours and buried residential areas. The post Indonesia Landslide Kills Eight, More Than 80 Missing appeared first on Channels Television.
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Portable Calls Out Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, Burna Boy Over Industry Dominance
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has taken a swipe at leading Afrobeats stars Wizkid, Davido, Olamide and Burna Boy, accusing them of limiting opportunities for upcoming artistes in the industry. According to the Zazu crooner, the long-standing dominance of the four musicians has made it difficult for new acts to break [...]
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Board of Peace: Trump running Gaza, world like mafia boss – David Hearst
The Editor-in-Chief of Middle East Eye, David Hearst, has said that President Donald Trump of the United States is running Gaza and the world like a mafia boss. Hearst stated this in his opinion peace on the publication, Middle East Eye, on Friday, saying everyone appears to be invited to Donald Trump’s Board of Peace. […] Board of Peace: Trump running Gaza, world like mafia boss – David Hearst
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VIDEO: Asian man recounts how Police complaint unit helped recover N150,000 extorted by officer
An Asian man details his police extortion recovery in Lagos. See how the Police Complaint Response Unit helped him get back N150,000 from a corrupt officer Read More: https://punchng.com/video-asian-man-recounts-how-police-complaint-unit-helped-recover-n150000-extorted-by-officer/
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AFCON 2025: Celebrating Bronze medal builds culture of mediocrity – Oliseh on Super Eagles
Sunday Oliseh, former Super Eagles head coach, has raised concerns about the consequences of the team’s celebration following their third-place finish at the 2025 AFCON, suggesting it fosters a culture of mediocrity. Oliseh’s comments came after he witnessed mockery from both African and European pundits as Nigeria celebrated their win against Egypt in the bronze […] AFCON 2025: Celebrating Bronze medal builds culture of mediocrity – Oliseh on Super Eagles
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Joy FM’s Home Affairs moves to 5:30am on Saturdays: same conversations, same impact
Home Affairs on Joy 99.7 FM will now air earlier than usual, beginning at 5:30am on Saturdays, starting January 31, 2026. 
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Uproar as Reps member empowers constituents with cassava sticks in Cross River
THE member, House of Representatives for Calabar and Odukpani Federal Constituency in Cross River State, Mr Bassey Akiba on Friday distributed tens o cassava stems to some members of his constituency as empowerment to help them cultivate their farms. The post Uproar as Reps member empowers constituents with cassava sticks in Cross River appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EPL: 3 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
The Premier League enters Game Week 23 this weekend with some very interesting fixtures across England. The big game is Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Manchester United on Sunday evening at Emirates Stadium. West Ham United will host Sunderland in an early kick-off on Saturday afternoon at the London Stadium. Newcastle United will tackle Aston […] EPL: 3 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
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BREAKING: Six farmers killed in fresh attack in Unguwar Wawa, Niger State
At least six farmers were reportedly killed last night in a fresh attack by suspected armed bandits in Unguwar Wawa community, located in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The development was disclosed in a post on X on Saturday by Bakatsine, a conflict and crisis journalist who reports on insecurity in Nigeria’s northwest. […] BREAKING: Six farmers killed in fresh attack in Unguwar Wawa, Niger State
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Top PDP guber aspirant celebrates as NNPP chieftain defects
Olufemi Ajadi, an influential and prominent PDP governorship aspirant in Oyo state, has welcomed the defection of Wasiu Ajirotutu from the NNPP to the PDP.
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Police arrest seven over N20m beverage theft in Ondo
Ondo State police have arrested seven suspects, including employees and receivers, in connection with a N20.45 million beverage theft in Ore. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-seven-over-n20m-beverage-theft-in-ondo/
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FG Maps Nigeria For Gas Expansion, Pushes For More Refineries 
The Authority Chief Executive (ACE) of the NMDPRA, Saidu Aliyu Mohammed, disclosed this during the second and third days of his three-day official tour of oil and gas facilities in Rivers State. The post FG Maps Nigeria For Gas Expansion, Pushes For More Refineries  appeared first on Channels Television.
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There is too much politicisation of a simple criminal matter – Tampuli on Ofori-Atta’s case
The Member of Parliament for Gushegu, Hassan Tampuli, has criticised what he describes as the growing politicisation of the criminal case involving former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta.
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Self-medication, lack of food regulation lead to rising diabetes – Physician
A General Physician, Dr Gerald Chinasa, has identified self-medication and lack of proper regulation of foods and drugs consumed within the country as major contributors to increasing diabetes cases among the populace.
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome healed my left hand, actor Pere Egbi claims
Reality star and actor Pere Egbi has opened up about his ‘healing’ encounter with the founding pastor of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome. Pere’s testimony comes after a video of The post Pastor Chris Oyakhilome healed my left hand, actor Pere Egbi claims appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu's govt tasked on improved education as Foundation takes 30 children back to school
The Afiz Olajiri Foundation successfully returned 30 out-of-school children to LEA Primary School, providing scholarships and vital educational support.
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Angela Okorie urges fans to prioritise self-love, peace
Actress Angela Okorie has spoken on the need to focus on one’s peace and self-worth. In an Instagram post, she urged fans not to let others’ behaviour disrupt their peace, emphasising The post Angela Okorie urges fans to prioritise self-love, peace appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Mr Eazi denies welcoming first child
Afrobeats singer Oluwatosin Ajibade popularly known as Mr Eazi, has humorously dismissed viral rumours claiming he and his wife, Temi Otedola, recently welcomed their first child. The speculation began when The post Mr Eazi denies welcoming first child appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Shettima returns to Nigeria after trips to Guinea, Davos
Vice President, Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a week-long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea-Conakry and Switzerland. In a statement by his media aide, Stanley Nwokocha, the Vice President arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Saturday. DAILY POST reports that Shettima represented President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of President Mamadi […] Shettima returns to Nigeria after trips to Guinea, Davos
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Transparency International calls for PPA act amendment to publish full contract details
Transparency International Ghana is pushing for an amendment of the Public Procurement Act, Act 663, to mandate procurement entities to proactively publish full contract details. The accountability organisation observes that the absence of legislation requiring government institutions to make public the full document of a contractual agreement is one of the enabling channels for corruption. The existing Act only allows institutions to declare the notice of the contracts without revealing the details of the agreement, which they believe defeats the purpose of transparency.
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UI emerges best Nigerian university in Law, Medicine
The University of Ibadan is the best Nigerian university for Law and Medicine, per the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. See the list. Read More: https://punchng.com/ui-emerges-best-nigerian-university-in-law-medicine/
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‘Katsina witnessing improved security, NYSC-friendly, says Radda
Katsina Governor Dikko Umar Radda has declared the State is NYSC friendly and experiencing improved security.  The Governor spoke during the swearing in of 945 prospective Corps members In Katsina Orientation The post ‘Katsina witnessing improved security, NYSC-friendly, says Radda appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nine top countries in healthcare
When it comes to healthcare, quality isn’t measured by hospitals alone. Experts evaluate systems based on access, affordability, patient safety, life expectancy, and efficiency. Drawing from studies by the World The post Nine top countries in healthcare appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Successful prosecution requires due diligence, not political noise — Dr Bomfeh Jnr
A lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Dr Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr, has cautioned against what he described as excessive political noise surrounding the case of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.
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Five-time Olympian Felipe Perrone engages GOC, GSA to boost Water Polo sport
Five-time Olympian Felipe Perrone has held high-level engagements with the Ghana Olympic Committee and the Ghana Swimming Association to support Water Polo.
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Air France, KLM Suspend Flights To Middle East Amid Rising Tensions
Air France and KLM have suspended flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, including Dubai and Israel, as geopolitical tensions in the region escalate. France’s national carrier, Air France, announced on Friday that it would temporarily halt its flights to Dubai, citing security concerns linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East. “Due to the […]
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Gov. Yusuf resigned from Kwankwasiya Movement, not NNPP, says founder
Aniebonam argued that the resignation letter from the governor was not addressed to the NNPP authentic National Working Committee (NWC) led by Dr Major Agbo. The post Gov. Yusuf resigned from Kwankwasiya Movement, not NNPP, says founder appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AFCON 2025: Man laughs, points out what Ronaldo did to Sadio Mané’s head at Al-Nassr welcome event
A man couldn't stop laughing after watching a video showing what Al-Nassr player Cristiano Ronaldo did to the head of Sadio Mané after Senegal's AFCON win.
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Anambra govt ends Monday sit-at-home, threatens workers with pay cut
The Anambra State Government has announced the official end of the long-observed Monday sit-at-home practice, backing the decision with an Executive Order that mandates schools to operate fully on Mondays and warns of strict salary penalties for non-compliant workers. According to the directive, teachers and non-teaching staff who fail to report to their schools or […] Anambra govt ends Monday sit-at-home, threatens workers with pay cut
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FECOFA releases statement to defend its referees who officiated AFCON 2025 final
DR Congo's FECOFA publicly supports referees Ndala and colleagues after the controversial AFCON 2025 final, defending their integrity amidst Moroccan protests.
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Foundation pushes youth-led education reforms on International Day of Education
Glide Media Foundation has renewed calls for deeper youth involvement in shaping education systems across Africa and beyond, as the world marks the International Day of Education 2026. The non The post Foundation pushes youth-led education reforms on International Day of Education appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline
The Vice President led Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos. The post Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline appeared first on Channels Television.
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Ajadi welcomes Ajirotutu’s defection to PDP, says victory assured in 2027
The leading governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Amb. Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has congratulated a prominent former 2023 Ogun East senatorial candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Hon. Wasiu Ajirotutu, following his defection to the PDP.
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