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2027: Dickson’s move to quit PDP sparks debate
Senator Seriake Dickson is set to quit the PDP, a move sparking debate about his next party and the future of Bayelsa politics ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-dicksons-move-to-quit-pdp-sparks-debate/
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Okada riders, indigenes collaborators with bandits, say Ondo communities
Disturbed residents of Akoko Southeast Local Government Area of Ondo State have raised fresh alarm over an alleged growing collaboration between commercial motorcyclists, popularly known as okada riders, and suspected The post Okada riders, indigenes collaborators with bandits, say Ondo communities appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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APC panel defends Benue congress as more state excos emerge
Read the latest on the APC state congress as new executives emerge in Benue, Kano, and other states, amid controversies and calls for unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-panel-defends-benue-congress-as-more-state-excos-emerge/
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How Edo hunter sold friend to kidnappers
Policemen in Edo State have arrested a 45-year old hunter, Kehinde Adetunji, who sold his farmer friend, Edafe Oghenekome, to kidnappers and collected N45 million ransom. Oghenekome was shot dead The post How Edo hunter sold friend to kidnappers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ramadan: Muslim community preaches patience, perseverance
A Muslim cleric highlights patience and perseverance as vital virtues for success in life during a 2026 Ramadan lecture in Magboro, Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/ramadan-muslim-community-preaches-patience-perseverance/
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Bandits on rampage in Kogi
At least three persons were killed, unspecified number of residents and travellers abducted and a passenger bus set ablaze by bandits in the last five days in Yagba West Local The post Bandits on rampage in Kogi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Court summons INEC chair over contempt charge
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the INEC chairman to appear before it to answer a contempt charge brought against him by the National Rescue Mi Read More: https://punchng.com/court-summons-inec-chair-over-contempt-charge-2/
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Dry season: Lawal distributes fertiliser, inputs to farmers
Governor Dauda Lawal distributed fertiliser, inputs and other farm equipment to support dry-season farming across Zamfara State. The post Dry season: Lawal distributes fertiliser, inputs to farmers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos APC denies recall of LG appointees list
The Lagos APC chapter has refuted reports claiming its chairman recalled the list of local government appointees, calling the news false and misleading. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-denies-recall-of-lg-appointees-list/
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Kano gov mourns ex-finance commissioner Dandago
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf expresses deep sorrow over the death of former finance commissioner and academic, Prof. Kabiru Dandago, after a brief illnes Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-mourns-ex-finance-commissioner-dandago/
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Man who killed elder brother arrested in Oyo 
Oyo State Police Command has arrested Lateef Suleiman, 43, for killing his elder brother, Mustapha Amidu, 52, following an accusation that the deceased shot him in a dream while he The post Man who killed elder brother arrested in Oyo  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Navy, SIFAX partner on improved maritime security, national development
The Nigerian Navy and SIFAX Group have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at enhancing maritime security and supporting national development. This followed a visit by the Flag Officer The post Navy, SIFAX partner on improved maritime security, national development appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Lassa fever: Enugu on alert after Benue health workers death
Enugu State’s health system is on high alert for Lassa fever following the deaths of 10 health workers in neighboring Benue. Learn about the measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/lassa-fever-enugu-on-alert-after-benue-health-workers-death/
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Lagos warns residents against unlicensed health facilities
Lagos State urges residents to avoid unlicensed health facilities to prevent unsafe practices. Learn how to identify accredited providers in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-warns-residents-against-unlicensed-health-facilities/
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Cleric, wife nabbed for rape, abortion in Bayelsa
Operatives of Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested a cleric and his wife for their alleged roles in the rape and abortion of a 13-year-old girl. The cleric’s wife was The post Cleric, wife nabbed for rape, abortion in Bayelsa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Rotary’s Presidents-elect for seminar
Rotary International District 9111 is holding a leadership seminar for its club Presidents-elect tomorrow and on Saturday at Festival Hotel, FESTAC, Lagos. District 9111 Governor-Elect, Bukola Bakare, said they were The post Rotary’s Presidents-elect for seminar appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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itel taps TikToker Odunayo to drive gaming livestreams
itel Nigeria partners with TikToker Adeeyo Odunayo for its Ultra Gamers livestream, engaging Nigeria’s growing mobile gaming audience. Read More: https://punchng.com/itel-taps-tiktoker-odunayo-to-drive-gaming-livestreams/
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Banditry: Lawal meets security chiefs, mourns victims of attacks
Governor Dauda Lawal has offered his administration's sympathies to the communities and families of victims affected by recent bandit attacks in various parts of the state. The post Banditry: Lawal meets security chiefs, mourns victims of attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Commissioner: Zamfara to recruit 3,050 teachers
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the recruitment of 3,050 teachers in the state. The post Commissioner: Zamfara to recruit 3,050 teachers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos ready for state police – LNSA boss
The Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA) general manager states that Lagos is fully prepared to establish state police, citing its robust framewo Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-ready-for-state-police-lnsa-boss/
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Case For Leveraging Nigeria’s Young Population For National Growth And Development
Nigeria’s demographic reality remains both its greatest asset and its most delicate responsibility. With a youth population estimated to constitute the majority of its citizens, the nation stands at a…
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Nigeria signs global pact to tackle AI privacy abuse
Nigeria joins over 60 countries in a global pact to tackle AI privacy abuse, committing to responsible AI use and protecting citizens from misuse. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-signs-global-pact-to-tackle-ai-privacy-abuse/
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Zamfara’s longest road: Lawal awards construction of 95km road in Tsafe
Zamfara State Government has approved the construction of 95km road project in Tsafe Local Government Area of the state. The post Zamfara’s longest road: Lawal awards construction of 95km road in Tsafe appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FG eyes $10bn steel market with investment push
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to reposition Nigeria as a continental industrial hub, with the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, declaring in Germany that the country is ready to move beyond raw material exports and is seeking credible, long-term investors to unlock its $10bn annual steel market. Speaking at the Nigeria–German Economic Forum Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-eyes-10bn-steel-market-with-investment-push/
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FEC approves asset company to fix power transmission
Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council approves a Grid Asset Management Company to address persistent power transmission challenges and boost industrializatio Read More: https://punchng.com/fec-approves-asset-company-to-fix-power-transmission/
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CBN gold holdings rise to $3.5bn
Nigeria’s Central Bank boosts its CBN gold holdings to $3.5bn by purchasing locally sourced gold refined to London Bullion Market Association standards. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-gold-holdings-rise-to-3-5bn/
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Oborevwori insists on total victory in 2027 elections
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori charges the new APC State Working Committee to begin immediate preparations for a total victory in the 2027 electio Read More: https://punchng.com/oborevwori-insists-on-total-victory-in-2027-elections/
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US-Iran war: Britain battles fuel crisis as Nigeria banks on Dangote
Fears of a US-Iran war trigger a UK fuel crisis with long queues and price hikes, while Nigeria remains stable thanks to its Dangote refinery. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-iran-war-britain-battles-fuel-crisis-as-nigeria-banks-on-dangote/
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Owo church attack: How I was arrested – Suspect
A suspect in the Owo church attack tells the Federal High Court about his arrest by the DSS. Learn the details of his testimony and defense in the ongoing Read More: https://punchng.com/owo-church-attack-how-i-was-arrested-suspect/
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Oyo 2027: Jostle for Adelabu’s ministerial seat heats up
Interested individuals are already jostling for the seat of the Minister of Power, as the current minister, Adebayo Adelabu, prepares to contest the Oyo State governorship election, The PUNCH has learnt. This is even as stakeholders urged President Bola Tinubu to appoint a technocrat as his replacement. Barring any last-minute change of plans, Adelabu is Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-2027-jostle-for-adelabus-ministerial-seat-heats-up/
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Navy conducts defence exercise to secure waterways
The Nigerian Navy’s Eastern Naval Command conducts a defence exercise to boost troops’ readiness and ability to respond to potential harbour threats. Read More: https://punchng.com/navy-conducts-defence-exercise-to-secure-waterways/
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Tope Adebayo On The Legal Essence Of Executive Order 9, Relating To Oil & Gas Revenues In Nigeria
The decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sign Executive Order 9, 2026, pursuant to Section 5 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), on…
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N50m extortion: A’Ibom poly lecturer, accomplice jailed 11 years
An Akwa Ibom polytechnic lecturer and his accomplice have been jailed for 11 years for their role in a N50m extortion scheme targeting a local businessman. Read More: https://punchng.com/n50m-extortion-aibom-poly-lecturer-accomplice-jailed-11-years/
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Finidi makes NPFL title claim
Rivers United coach Finidi George remains optimistic about their NPFL title claim despite a recent loss, vowing to win the league and strengthen the team. Read More: https://punchng.com/finidi-makes-npfl-title-claim/
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NDLEA nabs fugitive drug kingpin after 15 years on the run
Nigeria’s NDLEA arrests fugitive drug kingpin Uzoma Ilomuanya, wanted for over 15 years in Nigeria and the UK, after a coordinated operation in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-nabs-fugitive-drug-kingpin-after-15-years-on-the-run/
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Customs to auction 14,375 litres of smuggled PMS
The Nigeria Customs Service will auction 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) seized from smugglers heading to Cameroon in the Calabar area. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-to-auction-14375-litres-of-smuggled-pms/
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