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Internal wrangling: NUP places General Secretary on compulsory retirement leave
The Union also announced the constitution of an administrative committee to probe issues surrounding its finances and the acquisition of assets allegedly involving the retired General Secretary and The post Internal wrangling: NUP places General Secretary on compulsory retirement leave appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Elon Musk not happy being super rich
Elon Musk, one of the world’s richest people, posts on X that money can’t buy happiness, sparking a wide range of reactions from the public. Read More: https://punchng.com/elon-musk-not-happy-being-super-rich/
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Wike Defends Housing Projects For Judiciary, Says It’s Not To Compromise Judges
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lashed out at critics who claimed his administration’s massive infrastructure drive for the judiciary was an attempt to ‘buy over’ judges, declaring that such allegations will not deter him from delivering on President Bola Tinubu’s directives. Wike made the statement on Thursday in Abuja after […]
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Policewoman caged over alleged killing of taxi driver
A policewoman, Gifty Oppong, who allegedly shot and killed a taxi driver at Tetegu near Weija, has appeared before the Adabraka District Court charged with murder.
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Court orders British Govt to pay £420m to 21 coal miners killed by colonial masters
The miners were protesting harsh working conditions, racial disparities in wages, and unpaid back wages, and when their demands were not met, they adopted a “go-slow” protest. The post Court orders British Govt to pay £420m to 21 coal miners killed by colonial masters appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Gov’t taking steps to restore original name of Kotoka International Airport – Transport Minister
The Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, says government is preparing to take steps to restore the original name of Kotoka International Airport as part of a broader effort to properly reflect Ghana’s history and national identity.
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RTI Commission slaps another penalty on GES …over RTI violation
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has been slapped with a GH¢10,000 administrative penalty by the Right to Information Commission (RTIC) for failing to respond to an RTI request from Corruption Watch Investigator Frederick Asiamah.
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Kwara, Benue attacks: Speaker Abbas calls for more action against killings
Speaker Abbas described the socio-economic impact of insecurity as immeasurable, stating that both the government and the governed must collaborate to face the nation’s common enemies.
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Insecurity: Tinubu meets Kwara Gov
Barely two days after bandits attacked Worro rural community in Kaiama council area of Kwara State, the State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, met with President Tinubu... The post Insecurity: Tinubu meets Kwara Gov appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Some Nigerians Marry More Wives, Others Disappear After Taking MSME Loans — SMEDAN
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has disclosed that Nigerians don’t like repaying loans, accusing entrepreneurs of diverting loans for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) into personal use such as buying cars and marrying of more wives. The director-general of SMEDAN, Mr Charles Odii, disclosed this at the People’s Roundtable […]
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FG renews commitment to end state interference in LGA revenue allocation
The Federal Government on Thursday reiterated its commitment towards ending State Governments' interference in ... The post FG renews commitment to end state interference in LGA revenue allocation appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Lookman Headlines New Era Of Ambition Driving Nigeria’s Biggest Football Transfers
With the January transfer window done, the Super Eagles are making a clear statement: they want to be in the thick of action and no longer in the periphery. The post Lookman Headlines New Era Of Ambition Driving Nigeria’s Biggest Football Transfers appeared first on Channels Television.
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Land dispute: Police broker peace between Oyo communities
The Oyo State Police Command successfully mediated a land dispute between the Ito and Sando Aare communities, securing a peace accord to avert violence. Read More: https://punchng.com/land-dispute-police-broker-peace-between-oyo-communities/
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Sixth Region, AWE Festival partner to boost diaspora engagement at Kwahu Easter
The Sixth Region is set to open this year’s Kwahu Easter celebrations with a major diaspora-focused business and cultural expo along the Labadi Beach coast in Accra from April 1 to 5, 2026. The event, dubbed the Sixth Region Industry Leaders Expo, will serve as the official opening activity of the AWE Festival – Easter in Ghana, bringing together diaspora leaders, cultural delegates, and entrepreneurs from the United States and other parts of the world.
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Deeper Life Church: "Why many pastors and members are poor," Pastor Kumuyi drops bombshell
Pastor W.F. Kumuyi reveals that neglecting tithes causes financial stagnation for pastors, urging faithful giving as the key to spiritual and material prosperity.
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‘I’m sick, homeless’ – Actor Okemesi cries for help [VIDEO]
Nigerian actor and content creator Bamidele Tope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi, has cried out for help following an alleged spiritual attack that left him homeless. He made the plea on Thursday during an interview with his colleague, Tony Montana. Okemesi, who has been away from the screen for almost a year, disclosed that he […] ‘I’m sick, homeless’ – Actor Okemesi cries for help [VIDEO]
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I regret every minute with convicted sexual offender Epstein — Bill Gates
Epstein wrote that his relationship with Gates ranged from “Helping Bill to get drugs, in order to deal with consequences of sex with Russian girls, to facilitating his illicit trysts, with married women.” The post I regret every minute with convicted sexual offender Epstein — Bill Gates appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Sokoto APC slams Tambuwal, welcomes PDP defectors
Sokoto APC chapter criticises ex-governor Aminu Tambuwal for neglect while welcoming new defectors from the PDP and praising Governor Ahmed Aliyu. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-apc-slams-tambuwal-welcomes-pdp-defectors/
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Kwara massacre: Tinubu, Gov AbdulRazaq meet in Aso Villa
- PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu on Thursday, met with Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, at the Presidential Villa ,Abuja. The post Kwara massacre: Tinubu, Gov AbdulRazaq meet in Aso Villa appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Nigeria-US security partnership focuses on capacity, intelligence sharing — DHQ
Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters clarifies its security partnership with the US, stating it focuses on capacity building and intelligence, not troop deployme Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-us-security-partnership-focuses-on-capacity-intelligence-sharing-dhq/
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Lagos govt unveils programme for collecting used cooking oil from residents
Under the scheme, residents can deposit their used cooking oil in exchange for rewards, turning household waste into a potential income stream. The post Lagos govt unveils programme for collecting used cooking oil from residents appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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‘Very respected woman,’ Trump acknowledges Tinubu’s wife at National Prayer Breakfast
“We’re honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria, who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at the largest church in Nigeria... The post ‘Very respected woman,’ Trump acknowledges Tinubu’s wife at National Prayer Breakfast appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Hajia Amina Adams leads NDC Ayawaso East primary race — Global Info Analytics poll
A new poll by Global Info Analytics has placed Hajia Amina Adams as the clear frontrunner in the upcoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency, giving her a commanding lead over her closest rivals.
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Court Orders Police To Pay N310m Damages Over Unlawful Arrest Of Lawyer
A Delta State High Court sitting in Ozoro has awarded a total of N310 million in damages against the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and its officers for the unlawful arrest, harassment and detention of a lawyer, Mr Otedjere Jude. Justice E. O. Odebala ordered the police to pay N300 million as compensation for the illegal […]
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Nwabali Quits South Africa’s Club, Sparks Transfer Frenzy
South Africa Premier Soccer League side Chippa United have officially announced the departure of Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, following a mutual agreement between the club and the goalkeeper. The 25-year-old shot-stopper, who has become a household name after his stellar performances for the Super Eagles and consistently impressive displays in the Premier Soccer League (PSL), […]
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Fidelity Bank donates Gh¢50,000 to support Ashanti GJA Press Centre project
Fidelity Bank Ghana has donated GH¢50,000 to the Ashanti Regional Branch of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) to support the construction of a new press centre for journalists in the region. The contribution underscores the bank’s commitment to strengthening media development and supporting institutions that promote professional journalism. Managing Director of Fidelity Bank Ghana, Julian Opuni, said the donation followed a formal request from the Association and aligns with the bank’s broader corporate responsibility to support the media.
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How Nigeria can move from potential to economic prosperity—Adedeji
Adedeji urged Nigeria to learn from the world by comparative study of success and failure like The post How Nigeria can move from potential to economic prosperity—Adedeji appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Cable vandal electrocuted in Calabar
A 30-year-old suspected high tension cable vandal has been electrocuted in the early hours of Thursday while attempting to vandalise electricity infrastructure around Matrix Filling Station in Calabar. The post Cable vandal electrocuted in Calabar appeared first on Vanguard News.
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IGP orders deployment of tactical and intelligence units to Kaiama following Kwara attacks
The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the violent attack on Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, which left 75 people dead. The post IGP orders deployment of tactical and intelligence units to Kaiama following Kwara attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BAS Capital Acquires DOT Microinsurance Limited
BAS Capital has announced its acquisition of DOT Microinsurance Limited. The public disclosure followed regulatory approvals, including National Insurance Commission (NAICOM)’s ‘No Objection’ for the restructuring of DOT Microinsurance’s shareholding, issued on August 7, 2025. DOT Microinsurance Limited operates within Nigeria’s microinsurance sector, providing accessible risk protection to individuals and small businesses.   The acquisition […]
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Video: Trump recognises Remi Tinubu at national prayer breakfast
United States President Donald Trump has acknowledged the presence of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the 74th National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, D.C. The post Video: Trump recognises Remi Tinubu at national prayer breakfast appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Sinapi Aba launches 7th entrepreneurial mentorship program in Kumasi, Takoradi
Sinapi Aba Trust has launched the seventh edition of its mentorship programme in Kumasi and Takoradi with a strong focus on promoting the entrepreneurial skills of the youth in Ghana. The program is an innovative initiative that has run for several years and impacted over 2,000 beneficiaries.
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How Nigeria can move from potential to economic prosperity — Zacch Adedeji
The NRS chairperson said diversified exports must be anchored on innovation, complex products The post How Nigeria can move from potential to economic prosperity — Zacch Adedeji appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Can we quench the fire that might start in Mali?, By Azu Ishiekwene
Disregard for democratic values that might have concerned the US in a former life is no longer an issue. In the current dispensation, if it’s not critical minerals – which the Sahelian states have in abundance – or the promise of a nice piece of real estate, forget it. Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger – […] The post Can we quench the fire that might start in Mali?, By Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Obi Cubana declares entry into politics, calls for issue-based political engagement
Popular entrepreneur and social figure, Obi Cubana, has declared his entry into politics, calling for a new culture of clean... The post Obi Cubana declares entry into politics, calls for issue-based political engagement appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Nigeria Eyes $7.7trn Global Halal Market With New National Strategy
President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has launched Nigeria’s National Halal Economy Strategy aimed at positioning the country to tap into the $7.7 trillion global halal market and diversify its economy. He described the unveiling of the strategy as a signal of Nigeria’s readiness to join the world in grabbing a […]
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