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Peter Obi’s heart was never in ADC — Babachir Lawal
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal has said Peter Obi was never fully committed to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The post Peter Obi’s heart was never in ADC — Babachir Lawal appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu Congratulates New Kano Deputy Governor Garo
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, the new deputy governor of Kano State, following his swearing-in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Tuesday. Governor Yusuf nominated Garo to fill the vacant position created by the departure of Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam, who resigned in the aftermath of the governor’s defection to the All […]
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Shettima Pledges Strong Action On Humanitarian Challenges
The vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, has restated the firm resolve of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address humanitarian situations across Nigeria. This, according to him, entails that the administration will continue to engage more with critical stakeholders, including development partners, in tackling grey areas in humanitarian responses across the country. Senator […]
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Oluremi Tinubu Calls For Stronger Female Participation In Governance
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has described the role of women as central to the development and future of Nigeria, stressing that their active participation can shape governance for the betterment of the country. Mrs Tinubu said this during the National Women Mega Empowerment and Rally 2026 themed: “The Power of 10 Million,” held at […]
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Tinubu Woos Global Investors In Paris, Defends Economic Reforms
President Bola Tinubu has met with global investors in Paris, France, emphasising transparency and fiscal discipline, and explaining the rationale for the swift implementation of bold reforms. At the meeting, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, highlighted Nigeria’s strong GDP growth in dollar terms in 2025. He said […]
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Tinubu Declines Assent To NIMC Act Repeal Bill Over Discrepancies
President Bola Tinubu, has withheld his assent to the National Identity Management Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2026, citing drafting errors and structural inconsistencies in the proposed legislation. Tinubu made his decision known in a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and read at plenary by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu who presided over […]
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Tinubu’s Vision For North Not Political -Yilwatda
The national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the vision of President Bola Tinubu for Northern Nigeria goes beyond politics as it is a well-thought-out economic and developmental strategy aimed at unlocking the vast potential of the region. He reaffirmed that the deliberate and strategic investments of Tinubu’s […]
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Reps Urge FG To Send Relief To Niger Rainstorm Victims
The House of Representatives on Tuesday called on the federal government to urgently provide relief materials to victims of a devastating rainstorm that recently struck Mokwa, a commercial community in Niger State. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the member representing Lavun/Mokwa/Edati Federal Constituency, Joshua Gana, during […]
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Iran Should Wave White Flag Of Surrender, Says Trump
President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed Iran’s military capability and said Tehran “should wave ‌the white flag of surrender” but is too proud to do so. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that Iran’s military has been reduced to firing “peashooters” and ⁠that Tehran privately wants to make a deal despite its public sabre-rattling. […]
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US Military Killed 5 Civilians In Attacks On Passenger Boats, Says Iran
Iran has accused the United States of killing five civilians in the Strait of Hormuz, saying its forces attacked passenger vessels in the waterway rather than boats belonging to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as claimed. The claim on Tuesday contradicted a statement by US Admiral Brad Cooper, who said Central Command (CENTCOM) forces […]
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2027: Wike settles for George-Kelly, Chinda as APC, PDP guber aspirants —Source
PORT HARCOURT— Two core allies of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory,  Nyesom Wike, who also belong to the Rainbow Coalition, have been tipped to run for the governorship of the state in the 2027 general elections.  The post 2027: Wike settles for George-Kelly, Chinda as APC, PDP guber aspirants —Source appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police Launch Search For Abducted 17-Year-Old FUTO Student
The Imo State Police Command has commenced a coordinated search and rescue operation following the abduction of a 17-year-old student of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Mary Ezinwayi Uzoma. The 100-level Microbiology student was kidnapped along the FUTO/Ihiagwa Road in Owerri West Local Government Area. The Command said it swiftly mobilised to the scene […]
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Wike Asked PDP To Back Tinubu Unopposed — Pearse
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adetokunbo Pearse, has alleged that former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, once demanded that the party should not field a presidential candidate and instead allow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to run unopposed. Pearse made the claim while speaking on Breakfast Central on News Central TV, amid the […]
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Police Recover Stolen Vehicles, Arrest Suspects In Kano
The Kano State Police Command has recorded major successes in its fight against vehicle theft, recovering two stolen cars and a tricycle in separate operations across the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, noting that the breakthroughs were achieved through “intelligence-led operations and community […]
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2027: Popular Zaria Politician With Dwarfism, Sadis Buba, Declares House Of Reps Bid
Mahmud Sadis Buba has announced his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat of Sabon Gari federal constituency of Kaduna State in 2027. Buba made the declaration in a post shared on his verified Facebook page on Monday, where he revealed that he had obtained his nomination and Expression of Interest forms ahead […]
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Ganduje Recognises Sanusi As Emir At Kano Deputy Governor’s Swearing-In
A significant development in Kano’s political and traditional landscape unfolded on Tuesday as former governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, publicly recognised Muhammad Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano and Chairman of the Kano State Council of Emirs. The acknowledgment came during the swearing-in ceremony of the new deputy governor, Murtala Sule Garo, held at the […]
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Coup Trial: 4th Defendant Denies Knowledge Of Plot Against Tinubu
The fourth defendant in the alleged coup plot trial before the Federal High Court in Abuja, Zekeri Umoru, Tuesday, denied knowledge of any plan to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government. He insisted, in a recorded statement played in court during GB their trial saying he was “misled.” Umoru, an employee in the maintenance department with […]
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ICPC Opposes El-Rufai’s Fresh Bail Application As Court Adjourns Hearing To May 13
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has filed a counter-affidavit in opposition to a fresh bail application filed by the former governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, in the ongoing case before the Kaduna State High Court. At the resumed hearing of the matter on Tuesday, counsel to the defendant, […]
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Winners on the rocks and underdogs still loved up — checking in on the Love Island UK season 12 cast
Curious about the relationships of the Love Island UK Season 12 cast? Discover who struggled, who thrived, and how their relationships have evolved since the show.
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Akpom Completes Permanent Switch To IpswichTown
Ipswich Town have confirmed the permanent signing of striker Chuba Akpom following the club’s promotion to the Premier League, with the former Ajax forward putting pen to paper on a three-year deal at Portman Road. The 30-year-old forward, who spent the 2023-24 Championship season on loan from Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam, has now made his […]
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FG steps up diplomatic push to reverse Nigeria’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ designation
The federal government is intensifying diplomatic efforts to secure the reversal of Nigeria’s Country of Particular Concern, CPC, designation by the United States, citing progress in bilateral security and regional stability cooperation. The post FG steps up diplomatic push to reverse Nigeria’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ designation appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Naira rises to N1,382/$ in parallel market
THE Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,382 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,387 per dollar on Monday. The post Naira rises to N1,382/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kwankwaso-Obi Tie-Up Unlikely To Win North In 2027— Ahmed
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said the North is unlikely to support a political alliance between Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 general elections. Baba-Ahmed, Obi’s running mate in the 2023 elections, also criticised Obi’s exit from the party amid its internal conflict, saying the former Anambra […]
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NPFL: Ikorodu City Soar To Third Place With 3-1 Win Over Wikki Tourists
In a high-stakes Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, Ikorodu City delivered a statement performance on Tuesday evening, cruising to a 3-1 victory over relegation-threatened Wikki Tourists. The win not only solidified the Oga Boys’ push for a debut continental slot but also showcased their attacking firepower […]
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‎Davido Vs Wizkid Celebrity Boxing Match Proposal Attracts $1 billion Investment
‎ ‎The Celebrity Boxing match frenzy has continued to generate headlines in the media, with different artistes and entertainers offering to fight their allies or rivals for a reasonable fee. ‎ ‎Imagine having a Davido vs Wizkid celebrity boxing match? ‎ ‎This follows the celebrity boxing match between musician Portable and skit maker Carter Efe, […]
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Arsenal Beat Atletico Madrid To Reach UEFA Champions League Final
Arsenal have secured a place in the UEFA Champions League final for only the second time in their history, defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the second leg of the semi-final on Tuesday. The Londoners advanced to the final on a 2-1 aggregate victory. The Gunners, buoyed by a passionate home crowd at the Emirates Stadium, […]
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2027: Citing crises, 19 NASS members defect to NDC
ABUJA—The reinvigorated Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, yesterday, reaped no fewer than 20 defectors and became the fourth force in the National Assembly.  The post 2027: Citing crises, 19 NASS members defect to NDC appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Your vote actually matters — how Dancing with the Stars voting works and why it gets complicated
Discover the complexities of Dancing with the Stars voting, where judges' scores and viewer support shape unexpected results in this thrilling dance competition.
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Egbunike backs Ogazi for more records
Rising star Samuel Ogazi breaks Innocent Egbunike’s long-standing Nigerian 400m record. Egbunike congratulates the young athlete on his achievement. Read More: https://punchng.com/egbunike-backs-ogazi-for-more-records/
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Okezie ready for African Championships
African Games 400m champion Chidi Okezie is set for the African Championships, aiming for another victory after a strong season and a new personal best. Read More: https://punchng.com/okezie-ready-for-african-championships/
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Gunners end Lookman’s UCL dream
Arsenal’s 1-0 victory ends Ademola Lookman’s Champions League journey with Atletico Madrid. Bukayo Saka’s goal secured a 2-1 aggregate win for the Gunners. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunners-end-lookmans-ucl-dream/
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From the jury vote to real life — catching up with the Survivor 47 cast three years on
Discover what the Survivor 47 cast is doing in 2026. Get updates on winner Rachel LaMont, Sam Phalen’s career, and Genevieve Mushaluk’s return for Survivor 50.
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Leverkusen coach hails Tella’s quality
Nathan Tella earns praise after a goal and assist in Bayer Leverkusen’s 4-1 win over RB Leipzig, boosting their Champions League qualification hopes. Read More: https://punchng.com/leverkusen-coach-hails-tellas-quality/
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Ndidi shines in Besiktas cup defeat
Wilfred Ndidi delivers a Man of the Match performance for Besiktas, but the team suffers a 1-0 Turkish Cup semi-final defeat to Konyaspor. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndidi-shines-in-besiktas-cup-defeat/
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Moroccan defender beats Onyedika to Ebony Shoe
Raphael Onyedika missed out on this year’s Ebony Shoe award, which recognises the best African player in the Belgian Pro League, losing out to Zakaria El Ouahdi of KRC Genk, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. At 24, the Moroccan right-back has enjoyed a standout season, emerging as one of Genk’s most influential players with 12 goals Read More: https://punchng.com/moroccan-defender-beats-onyedika-to-ebony-shoe/
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Find out 10 states with highest, lowest petrol prices in Nigeria as filling stations adjust rate
NBS reports petrol price rose to N1,288.54 in March 2026, with Anambra highest, Lagos lowest, and North-East recording the most expensive average nationwide.
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