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First-ever infectious disease surveillance system launched in Ogun 
The Ogun State Government has partnered with Artificial Intelligence Application for One Health, AIA4OneHealth, involving researchers from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, FUNAAB, to launch IDS-Master, the state’s first The post First-ever infectious disease surveillance system launched in Ogun  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Soludo’s Wife Launches Vocational Training For 100 Anambra Women
AWKA – Dr (Mrs) Nonye Soludo, the wife of Anambra State Governor, on Friday inaugurated the Anambra Skilled Ladies Training Programme aimed at empowering 100 young women with practical and high-demand…
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Revealed: Powerful prophetic warning surfaces on those that will destroy APC
Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele issues a strong prophetic warning, naming those he says could destabilise the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Mouka Marks World Sleep Day, Urges Nigerians To Sleep Well
Nigeria’s mattresses and polyurethane foam products, Mouka Ltd, has joined the global community of sleep health advocates, researchers and healthcare professionals to commemorate World Sleep Day 2026. The world sleep day is an annual initiative created by the World Sleep Society to raise awareness about the importance of healthy sleep. Celebrated on Friday, March 13, […]
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Wike Nabs Developer Over Construction On Embassies Lands, Orders Demolition Of Buildings
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the arrest and demolition of buildings illegally constructed on plots of land allocated to foreign missions in the diplomatic…
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APC 2026 Convention: Musa Sets Tough Security Agenda For APC Convention
ABUJA – With the All Progressives Congress preparing for its crucial 2026 National Convention, the party has begun laying the security foundation for what is expected to be one of its…
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Dangote Refinery hikes petrol price to N1,175 per litre as crude oil surges to $100
The refinery has also temporarily suspended loading operations to reconcile stock levels and align with the updated pricing framework, further disrupting supply activities at the depot level. The post Dangote Refinery hikes petrol price to N1,175 per litre as crude oil surges to $100 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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ADC Knocks Tinubu Over 63% Poverty Rate
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said a recent report indicating Nigeria’s poverty rate has risen to 63% after the removal of petrol subsidy reflects the real scorecard of President Bola Tinubu. The party said the poverty rate was a consequence of the president’s ill-defined neoliberal economic policies. A research, presented at a stakeholders’ dialogue […]
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Troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attacks on two military positions in Borno
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have repelled coordinated attacks by insurgents on military positions in Banki and Azir in Borno State. The post Troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attacks on two military positions in Borno appeared first on Vanguard News.
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SEDC Backs Coal City Games 2026 with Major Financial Support
The build-up to the 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu State, tagged Coal City Games, has received a significant boost after the South East Development Commission pledged financial support for the multi-sport event. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the commission, Mark Okoye, confirmed the commitment, describing the partnership as part of the agency’s […]
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Enabulele Lauds Sportsville Nomination, Reaffirms Commitment To Transforming Edo Sports
BENIN – Honourable Amadin Desmond Enabulele has applauded the organizers of the prestigious Sportsville Special Recognition Awards for nominating him in the Visionary Leadership Category. In a statement issued by his…
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Teen Sprint Star Jacinta Lawrence Bags ₦3m as NSC Appreciation Tour Storms Uyo
The National Sports Commission (NSC) Appreciation Tour arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Friday, celebrating and rewarding young Nigerian athletes whose performances continue to elevate the country on the international stage. A major highlight of the visit was the recognition of teenage sprint sensation Jacinta Lawrence Andrew, an SS2 student of Community Secondary School, […]
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CBN orders banks to deny loan defaulters access to new credit
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed commercial banks to block loan defaulters, particularly large-ticket borrowers, from accessing new credit facilities within the banking system. The post CBN orders banks to deny loan defaulters access to new credit appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Arsenal’s Arteta Backs ‘incredible’ Saka Despite Patchy Form
The Gunners boss said the 24-year-old Saka's dip in firm only proves he is human The post Arsenal’s Arteta Backs ‘incredible’ Saka Despite Patchy Form appeared first on Channels Television.
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PDP is dead – Akpabio mocks opposition parties as senators defect
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has sparked reactions on social media after he mocked the disarray within opposition parties on the floor of the Senate during plenary. Akpabio’s comments came while he was reading an official defection letter from the former Governor of Sokoto State and current Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, confirming his move […] PDP is dead – Akpabio mocks opposition parties as senators defect
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Police declare two wanted over Ogun FRSC officer, daughter’s murder
Osun police have declared Faturoti Kehinde and Adumati Idowu wanted for their alleged involvement in the murder of FRSC officer Lasisi Funmilayo and her da Read More: https://punchng.com/police-declare-two-wanted-over-ogun-frsc-officer-daughters-murder/
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2027 elections: Full list of electoral offences in Nigeria and what you can be fined or jailed for
Ahead of the 2027 elections, Legit.ng outlines penalties for electoral offences, covering voters, political officials, candidates, and observers in Nigeria.
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Iran govt will fall, maybe not immediately –Trump
President Donald Trump of the United States has claimed the Iranian government would soon fall, noting it may not be immediately. Trump made the claims on Friday while speaking to Fox News Radio. This followed American and Israeli military strikes on the Islamic Republic, which started on February 28, killing the Iranian Supreme Leader and […] Iran govt will fall, maybe not immediately –Trump
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Ukrainian Club Kudrivka Snap Up Victor Adeoye
Nigerian defensive midfielder Victor Adeoye has sealed a move to Ukrainian Premier League side Kudrivka FC just days after parting ways with Kwara United. The former Gateway FC midfielder signed a one-year deal with the Ukrainian outfit, completing a swift return to the European transfer trail following a failed move to Turkey. Adeoye had initially […]
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Makinde Appoints Acting OYSERC Board Members To Accelerate State’s Electricity Market
IBADAN – In a bid to facilitate the oversight functions of the Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Commission (OYSERC) and accelerate the opening of the state’s electricity market, Oyo State Governor,…
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Rivers United Will Learn From Shooting Stars Loss – Finidi George
Rivers United’s head coach, Finidi George, remains optimistic despite his team’s impressive unbeaten streak coming to an end. The ‘Pride of Rivers’ suffered a 2-1 defeat to Shooting Stars in Ibadan on Thursday, a rare setback in what has been a dominant season. Sodiq Ibrahim and Qamar Adegoke secured the goals for the home side, […]
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Nigerian Singers Pheelz, Khaid Robbed In Los Angeles
Nigerian music stars Pheelz and Khaid reportedly fell victim to a car break-in while in Los Angeles, United States. The singers shared the news on their Instagram pages on Thursday, revealing that their Range Rover was broken into and several valuables, including laptops, phones, and bank cards, were stolen. Khaid shared a video of the [...]
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Asake ‘caught’ in unbelievable spot in Medina
The music star is currently in Medina, one of Islam’s holiest cities, where thousands of Muslims gather during the sacred month of Ramadan for prayers and spiritual reflection.
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Shell Resumes Production At Bonga After Turnaround FPSO Maintenance
Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) has completed the turnaround maintenance on the Bonga Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel, leading to resumption of production at Nigeria’s premier deepwater field on March 6, 2026.   The project was delivered 11 days ahead of schedule and without any safety incident, reinforcing SNEPCo’s longstanding […]
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CBN Caps BVN Phone Number Change at Once
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks and other financial institutions to ensure that phone numbers linked to customers’ Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) can only be changed once, as part of measures to strengthen security in the banking system. The directive was contained in a circular signed by the Director, Payments Systems Policy […]
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How To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
There are a lot of tactics to improve mental well-being – from regular exercise to practicing a hobby and beyond. Today, we’ll share proven mental wellness tips you can implement into your life to start feeling better. 1. Connect With Others Connecting with friends and family regularly is essential for emotional well-being and overall health. […]
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Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA empowers 100 residents with N100,000 grants, provides 500 free UTME forms
Advocacy groups have called on governments, regulators, and employers to adopt deliberate measures to increase women’s leadership across sectors, warning that public support alone is insufficient. They urged at least The post Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA empowers 100 residents with N100,000 grants, provides 500 free UTME forms appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Plateau court scraps two-year LG tenure, restores four-year term
The judgment affirmed that the shorter tenure contradicts constitutional provisions guaranteeing a democratically elected local government system. The post Plateau court scraps two-year LG tenure, restores four-year term appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Global Shipping Industry Caught In Storm Of War
As the war rages into its third week, the effective closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz has upended not just the oil and gas industries but worldwide transport via container ship, the symbol of globalised trade. The post Global Shipping Industry Caught In Storm Of War appeared first on Channels Television.
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Political Leaders Call for Electoral Reforms, Stronger Democratic Participation
Political leaders have called for stronger democratic participation, unity and adherence to electoral processes as Nigeria prepares for future elections. The call was made during an Iftar (breaking of fast) gathering organised by Lilian Adebayo, wife of the former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, which brought together politicians, civil society representatives and members [...]
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Arsenal Open Contract Extension Talks With Declan Rice
Arsenal have begun talks with midfielder Declan Rice over a new long-term contract. Rice’s existing deal still has two years left to run, while there is also an option to extend that term by a further 12 months. But the Premier League leaders are looking for the England international to commit his prime years to […]
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Ondo High Court judge Adeyeye dies at 65
Justice Bamidele Fola Adeyeye of the Ondo State High Court has passed away at the age of 65. The announcement was made on Friday in Akure through a statement issued by the Chief Registrar of the court, Ayodeji Akinsanya. According to the statement, the judiciary received the news of the jurist’s death with deep sorrow, [...]
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Court urged to stop Ireti Kingibe from further parading self as ADC member
The Federal High Court in Abuja has been asked to among others, restrain Senator Ireti Kingibe (representing the Federal Capital Territory – FCT) from further parading herself as a member The post Court urged to stop Ireti Kingibe from further parading self as ADC member appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Reps Give NPA, NIMASA, Others Last Warning For Shunning Ports Concession Probe
The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the benefits accruing to the federal government from the concessioning of Nigerian ports and terminals has given a last warning to the heads of government agencies over their refusal to honour its invitations and provide necessary documents needed for the probe. The agencies include the Nigerian Ports Authority […]
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NOA, Red Cross unveil campaign for compulsory treatment of gunshot victims
NOA and Red Cross partner to raise awareness on the law for compulsory gunshot victims treatment in Nigeria, aiming to save lives with prompt medical care. Read More: https://punchng.com/noa-red-cross-unveil-campaign-for-compulsory-treatment-of-gunshot-victims/
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Basketball: Gilgeous-Alexander Breaks 63-year NBA Points Record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said he gives the “game everything” after breaking the 63-year-old NBA record for the most 20-point games in a row. The reigning MVP scored 35 points for the Oklahoma City Thunder in a 104-102 win against the Boston Celtics – extending a sequence of scoring at least 20 points that began on 1 […]
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