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FA Cup final: ‘They’re so good’ – Guardiola hails three Chelsea players after City’s victory
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has hailed three Chelsea players following his side’s FA Cup final 1-0 win against the Blues. Guardiola watched as Man City defeated Chelsea to win the FA Cup, thanks to Antoine Semenyo’s only goal of the encounter at Wembley Stadium. Speaking at his post-match interview after the game, Guardiola heaped […] FA Cup final: ‘They’re so good’ – Guardiola hails three Chelsea players after City’s victory
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Nigeria police mourn 17 officers killed in terrorist attack on army school
The police officers were undergoing specialised operational training at the military institution when terrorists launched a coordinated assault on the facility. The post Nigeria police mourn 17 officers killed in terrorist attack on army school appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ronaldo refuses to collect runner-up medal after Al-Nassr lose Champions League final
Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, snubbed his runner-up medal after they lost to Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final on Saturday night. Deniz Hommet scored what proved to be the winner in the game played at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh. Ronaldo could be seen walking from the rest of the team towards […] Ronaldo refuses to collect runner-up medal after Al-Nassr lose Champions League final
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Tinubu Welcomes Airbus Plan For Aircraft Maintenance Hub In Nigeria
The President also stressed Nigeria’s urgent need for modern helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to support security operations, logistics and other national development priorities. The post Tinubu Welcomes Airbus Plan For Aircraft Maintenance Hub In Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.
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Rwanda genocide suspect Kabuga dead
Kabuga, suspect in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, accused of masterminding a notorious radio station that urged on the brutal massacres is dead The post Rwanda genocide suspect Kabuga dead appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police Confirm Death Of 17 Officers In Yobe Terror Attack
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the death of 17 police officers following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Buni Yadi, in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.   The incident occurred in the early hours of May 8, 2026, when terrorists reportedly launched a coordinated assault on the training […]
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Parallel primaries, conflicting results rock APC Reps election in Edo
Parallel primaries and conflicting results marred the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary election held in Edo State. DAILY POST reports that the primary elections were conducted across the nine federal constituencies in the state. It was gathered that in Esan Central/Esan West/Igueben Federal Constituency, there was a parallel exercise between the incumbent […] Parallel primaries, conflicting results rock APC Reps election in Edo
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APC Names Reps Candidates In Kaduna After Heated Primaries
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday declared winners of its House of Representatives primaries across Kaduna State, with party officials saying the exercise followed the party’s constitution and guidelines.   Yakubu Hosseini, chairman of the APC primary election committee, announced results at the party secretariat in Kaduna. In Zaria Federal Constituency, Speaker of the […]
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Enugu warns residents against defacing bus shelters
The Enugu State government has issued a strict warning against the defacement of new bus shelters. Offenders face heavy fines and legal prosecution. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-warns-residents-against-defacing-bus-shelters/
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Buhari’s Son Yusuf Wins APC Reps Primary In Katsina 
Yusuf Buhari, son of Nigeria’s late former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency in Katsina State.   Yusuf polled 6,386 votes to defeat his challenger, Auwal Daura, who secured 322 votes in the primary election conducted on Saturday.   The […]
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APC Hails Enugu Primaries As Model Of Internal Democracy
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday praised its Enugu State chapter for conducting what party officials called free, fair and exemplary House of Representatives primaries across the state.   Governor Peter Mbah joined party members in Owo Ward, Nkanu East LGA, to endorse Hon. Nnolim Nnaji, the sole aspirant for Nkanu East/Nkanu West federal […]
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Deputy Speaker, Kalu, wins APC ticket for 3rd term bid
Kalu was elected unopposed during Saturday’s primary election of the party in Bende. The post Deputy Speaker, Kalu, wins APC ticket for 3rd term bid appeared first on Vanguard News.
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‘Keep off,’ Anglican Primate advises Jonathan against 2027 presidential bid
Ndukuba warned that a return to partisan politics could diminish the statesmanlike reputation and global respect Jonathan currently enjoys. The post ‘Keep off,’ Anglican Primate advises Jonathan against 2027 presidential bid appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Polish forward sends emotional message to Barcelona after four seasons in La Liga
Polish forward Robert Lewandowski departs Barcelona after four successful seasons, scoring 119 goals and winning three trophies, expressing gratitude to the club.
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Kebbi: Senator Garba Maidoki dumps APC ahead of senatorial primary
Senator Garba Musa Maidoki, representing Kebbi South Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the party’s senatorial primary scheduled for Monday. Maidoki announced his resignation in a letter dated May 14, 2026, addressed to the APC Ward Chairman of Rafin Zuru Ward in Zuru Local Government Area of Kebbi State. […] Kebbi: Senator Garba Maidoki dumps APC ahead of senatorial primary
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Rivers: Wike’s man, Amaewhule wins APC primary for Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency
Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, has won the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election and has been declared the party’s flag-bearer for the Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency. Amaewhule is the current Speaker of the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly. He has been a member of the Rivers State […] Rivers: Wike’s man, Amaewhule wins APC primary for Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency
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Transfer: Coventry City confirm Onyeka’s permanent signing 
Coventry City have confirmed they have signed Frank Onyeka on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Onyeka linked up with the Sky Blues on loan from Brentford in January. Coventry City triggered the option to make the deal permanent following their promotion to the Premier League. Frank Lampard’s side will pay Brentford €8m for the […] Transfer: Coventry City confirm Onyeka’s permanent signing 
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Electoral Act 2026 designed to frustrate opposition parties – Buba Galadima
A chieftain of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Buba Galadima, says Electoral Act 2026 was designed to frustrate opposition parties. Galadima made this remark on Saturday in Abuja at the NDC aspirants’ summit, alleging that President Bola Tinubu-led government has destroyed democracy in Nigeria. The elder statesman accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, of setting up […] Electoral Act 2026 designed to frustrate opposition parties – Buba Galadima
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Kebbi: Senator dumps APC ahead of Monday primary
Senator Garba Musa Maidoki resigns from the APC in Kebbi State, citing internal party crises. His exit comes just before the senatorial primary election. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-senator-dumps-apc-ahead-of-monday-primary/
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Plateau: Thugs disrupt APC Primary in Jos South LGA
Chaos erupted at the All Progressives Congress (APC) direct primary for the Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency on Saturday evening as suspected thugs disrupted the counting of votes at the RCM Primary School, Zarmaganda, in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Plateau: Thugs disrupt APC Primary in Jos South LGA appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu welcomes Airbus plan to establish aircraft maintenance hub in Nigeria
He told the delegation that his administration was determined to scale up the cordial relationship between both parties, leveraging the company's comparative advantage in military aircraft and aerospace development.
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Big Brother Naija is back; registration portal opens
The audition will be held in Lagos, Abuja and Enugu. The post Big Brother Naija is back; registration portal opens appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NRS Leadership Earns Praise for Transformative Compliance Reforms, Sustainable Revenue Expansion
By Arábìnrin Adérónke In an era where economic resilience has become central to national development, the recent report by the Transparent Watch Initiative highlighting the achievements of the NRS is both timely and significant. The recognition of the agency’s strategic direction, institutional reforms, and leadership driven innovations reflects the growing confidence in its role as [...]
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Ogun gov race : PDP clears Adebutu
The PDP has officially cleared Oladipupo Adebutu for the 2027 Ogun gov race. Supporters see this as a key step towards a new direction for the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-gov-race-pdp-clears-adebutu/
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850-bed UCTH overstretched, serves over 5m patients -CMD
The CMD noted that, aside being the only tertiary healthcare facility servicing the state, UCTH also serviced neighbouring states of Akwa Ibom and Ebonyi. The post 850-bed UCTH overstretched, serves over 5m patients -CMD appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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“Don’t try it”: Anglican Primate warns Jonathan against 2027 presidential bid
​According to the cleric, Jonathan has already secured an indelible place in history as a symbol of democratic maturity and peaceful leadership, particularly following his historic concession of defeat after the 2015 presidential election.
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UCH resident doctors declare warning strike over assault
According to the association, Mr Oyenigba had earlier verbally assaulted the members of staff before stripping the doctors of their clothing and threatening further harm after his arrest. The post UCH resident doctors declare warning strike over assault appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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PDP clears Adebutu for Ogun guber primary ahead of 2027 poll
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has cleared former governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, to participate in the party’s governorship primary ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post PDP clears Adebutu for Ogun guber primary ahead of 2027 poll appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BBNaija Season 11 auditions kick off with a major announcement
The organisers of Big Brother Naija announced the return of the reality show for Season 11. They shared the requirements and how interested fans can register
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2027: INEC confirms 22 political parties meet membership register submission deadline
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Independent National Electoral Commission has confirmed that all the 22 registered political parties in the country submitted their membership registers on time in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026, ahead of the 2027 general election. In a press statement signed by the Chairman of Information and Voter Education [...]
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Chidoka backs Alausa’s reforms, says education delays cost Nigeria’s children
Former aviation minister Osita Chidoka has backed Education Minister Tunji Alausa’s reforms, praising Nigeria’s education data infrastructure project.
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Cubana Chief Priest loses bid for APC reps ticket in Imo
Cubana Chief Priest has lost the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for a seat in the House of Representatives.  The post Cubana Chief Priest loses bid for APC reps ticket in Imo appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kadpoly Is Centre Of Tech Excellence — Uba Sani
Kaduna Polytechnic has remained a vital centre for technical education, innovation, entrepreneurship and professional excellence, which has produced graduates who have shaped industries, strengthened institutions and contributed to public life. Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State made this known at the 70th anniversary of the polytechnic and its combined convocation ceremony which held at the […]
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Edo APC primaries throw up surprises as incumbents fall
“The exercise has been free and fair so far. It shows the level of preparedness of the APC ahead of the 2027 elections,” he said.
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‘Not same Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki killed in 2024’ – DHQ clarifies identity of dead ISWAP commander
The Defence Headquarters has clarified the recent public discussions surrounding the neutralisation of a prominent terrorist commander, Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki. DAILY POST reports that a collaborative operation with the United States Africa Command on May 16, 2026, led to the killing of Bilal Al-Minuki. Following the development, certain media outlets referenced a similar operation from 2024, […] ‘Not same Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki killed in 2024’ – DHQ clarifies identity of dead ISWAP commander
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Late arrival, hijacking of materials disrupt Benue APC NASS primaries
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Assembly primaries in Benue State were disrupted by the late arrival and alleged hijacking of election materia Read More: https://punchng.com/late-arrival-hijacking-of-materials-disrupt-benue-apc-nass-primaries/
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