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Wema Bank unveils journal to inspire girl child
Wema Bank celebrated International Women’s Day, empowering women with its ‘Give to Gain’ theme and launching a new journal to inspire the girl child. Read More: https://punchng.com/wema-bank-unveils-journal-to-inspire-girl-child/
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Obasanjo celebrates 89th birthday with leadership lecture
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo celebrates his 89th birthday with a leadership lecture, tackling issues of governance and African unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/obasanjo-celebrates-89th-birthday-with-leadership-lecture/
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Nigeria producing more entertainers than musicians— Babatunde Shosanya
Music educator Babatunde Shosanya discusses the state of music education in Nigeria, arguing the country produces more entertainers than trained musicians. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-producing-more-entertainers-than-musicians-babatunde-shosanya/
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Dignitaries grace premiere of Laju Iren’s Onobiren
Filmmaker Laju Iren premiered her latest movie, Onobiren, at a star-studded event in Lagos, celebrating Niger Delta culture and storytelling. Read More: https://punchng.com/dignitaries-grace-premiere-of-laju-irens-onobiren/
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Tinubu Approves Salary Increase, Welfare Package for Soldiers
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an increase in salaries and allowances for Nigeria’s armed forces personnel, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of troops battling insecurity across the country. The development emerged during an interfaith Ramadan fast-breaking event held at the Presidential Villa on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The gathering brought together […]
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How Governance, Regulation and Treaties can drive Effective Collective Management System in Nigeria
Understanding these structures is essential not only for rightsholders and policymakers, but also for the wider public. A well-functioning collective management system does not merely benefit individual creators; it supports entire creative ecosystems and contributes meaningfully to national economic development.
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Atiku’s Aide Tackles Bwala, Says TV Interview Unmasked His Shifting Loyalties
A media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, has criticized presidential spokesperson Daniel Bwala over his recent television interview with journalist Mehdi Hasan, saying the appearance exposed…
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First Lady inaugurates A’Ibom elderly centre, seeks legislation to protect senior citizens
Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has inaugurated an ultra modern Geriatric home named ‘Oluremi Tinubu Senior Citizens Center’ in Ikono Local Government Area of  Akwa Ibom State.  Speaking during The post First Lady inaugurates A’Ibom elderly centre, seeks legislation to protect senior citizens appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Trump to Starmer: ‘We don’t need you to join the war after we’ve won’
Trump reiterated his criticism while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, saying British military support would have been more useful earlier in the conflict.
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N210tn mirage: How claim on NNPCL collapses under simple arithmetic
In Nigeria’s already fragile information environment, numbers have enormous power. When a public official declares that ₦210 trillion has gone missing, the figure is large enough to shock citizens, dominate headlines and inflame public anger. That is precisely why such claims must be handled with care and responsibility.
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Video as oyinbo man gifts driver cash for returning his missing wallet
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a white man rewarded a man who returned his missing wallet. Netizens reacted massively.
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Trump attends return of US troops killed in Iran war
President Trump attends the dignified return of US troops killed in the escalating Iran war after a deadly drone strike on a US command centre in Kuwait. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-attends-return-of-us-troops-killed-in-iran-war/
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Army denies report of 40 soldiers killed in Borno by terrorists
"During the engagements, a number of terrorists were neutralized. Sadly, a Commanding Officer and some brave soldiers paid the supreme price" The post Army denies report of 40 soldiers killed in Borno by terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tonto Dikeh: IGoSave criticises actress over viral school deliverance session
Comedian IGoSave has ridiculed actress Tonto Dikeh over her viral school deliverance video that has sparked debate and backlash online, questioning her motives
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Army chief vows to crush Boko Haram, ISWAP after fresh Borno attacks
The army chief was on a one-day operational visit to assess the recent surge in attacks targeting military formations and communities in parts of Borno and the wider North-East.
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They Never Told Me They Would Dig Into My Past- Bwala Breaks Silence on Viral Mehdi Hasan Interview
Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala has responded to the intense reactions that followed his recent interview with international journalist Mehdi Hasan, saying he remains ready to defend the administration anywhere in the world. In a statement on Saturday, Bwala said the interview, which has generated heated […]
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IWD: Group Urges Women On Development, Inspires Imo Inmates
A non – governmental organisation, “Family Rebuilders Outreach” (FRO) has expressed commitment to ignite the modern women with structured mindset, creativity and sustainable development initiatives, tailored towards maximum impact and productivity. This is even as the organisation extended the renewed hope message to female inmates in Owerri Correctional Centre. This was made known by the […]
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Speaker Abbas Mourns Deputy Chief Of Staff Chamberlain
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has expressed profound shock over the passing of his deputy chief of staff (Legislative), Dr Dunkwu Chamberlain Nnamdi. Dr Chamberlain, who hailed from the Uteh Okpu community in the Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State, was also the president of the Nigerian Aquatics […]
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‘Cooking on public roads is prohibited’ — Lagos govt warns Sarah Martins
The warning comes four months after authorities apprehended her for a similar outreach programme in the Admiralty area of Lekki Phase 1. The post ‘Cooking on public roads is prohibited’ — Lagos govt warns Sarah Martins appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Bwala: Showunmi calls for investment in communication training for govt spokespersons
The Convener of The Alternative Movement, Otunba Segun Showunmi, has called for greater investment in professional communication training for government spokespersons to prevent avoidable national embarrassment during international media engagements. The post Bwala: Showunmi calls for investment in communication training for govt spokespersons appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Borno, Maxzeeton Prepare 100 Youths To Compete In Global Digital Market
Maxzeeton Technology has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with the Borno State government to train 100 youth graduates in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence to help them compete in the…
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Man City hand Newcastle brutal FA Cup lesson
Earlier, Premier League leaders Arsenal stayed on track for a historic quadruple by seeing off a feisty challenge from third-tier Mansfield, to win their fifth-round tie 2-1. The post Man City hand Newcastle brutal FA Cup lesson appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Soludo Advocates Tripartite Partnership For National Development As Emeka Offor Donates Medical Books
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has called for a reinforced “tripartite partnership” between the federal government, sub-national governments, and the private sector as the essential formula for moving…
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Yamal class secures Barca narrow win at Athletic Bilbao
Teenage star Lamine Yamal’s superbly taken goal earned Barcelona a 1-0 win at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in La Liga. The champions restored their four-point lead on second-placed Real Madrid, who had temporarily closed the gap by beating Celta Vigo on Friday. Yamal curled into the top corner after 68 minutes to split the sides […] The post Yamal class secures Barca narrow win at Athletic Bilbao appeared first on Vanguard News.
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First lady Tinubu urges Nigerians to show compassion to elderly
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians, especially family members, to show compassion to elderly in their families and communities in order to prolong their lives. The post First lady Tinubu urges Nigerians to show compassion to elderly appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Lagos govt warns actress Sarah Martins against cooking food on streets
The Lagos Government has cautioned Nollywood actress Sarah Martins over her recent activity of cooking and distributing food on the streets. The post Lagos govt warns actress Sarah Martins against cooking food on streets appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Omokri Dedicates First Day Of Kilimanjaro Climb To Tinubu, Nigerians
Reno Omokri has dedicated the first day of his climb to Mount Kilimanjaro to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and Nigerians after learning of his appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador to Mexico. Omokri disclosed this in a video posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday while documenting the start of his expedition to the highest […]
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Liverpool Cruise Past Wolves To Reach FA Cup Quarterfinals
Defender Andy Robertson was the unlikely architect of Liverpool’s 3-1 FA Cup victory over Wolves which eased some of the pressure on head coach Arne Slot. The Scotland captain broke the deadlock with his first goal since September and then crossed for Mohamed Salah to score on this ground for the second time in four […]
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Petrol Prices Rise Above N1,000 Per Litre In Lagos
Petrol price has moved up to above N1, 000 a liter in Lagos. In Abuja, the price of a litre has gone up to N1,010. Check by our correspondent showed that IBWAS an independent marketing company in Ijegun area of Lagos is selling at N1040 per liter while AP within same vicinity is selling at […]
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Video shows lecturer carrying female student's baby in class
A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a lecturer carried a student's baby in class. Netizens reacted massively to the post.
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National Sports Commission Mourns Passing Of Aquatics Federation President
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has conveyed its profound sorrow following the death of Dr. Chamberlain Nnamdi Dunkwu, President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF). His passing has been described as a considerable loss to the Nigerian sporting fraternity. Dr. Dunkwu earned widespread respect for his unwavering dedication to advancing aquatic sports across Nigeria. Throughout […]
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Trump attends return of first US troops killed in Iran war
US President Donald Trump attended the return Saturday of the bodies of the first six US soldiers killed during the escalating war with Iran. The post Trump attends return of first US troops killed in Iran war appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Trump Receives Remains Of US Troops Killed In Iran War
The troops were killed last Sunday when a drone struck a key US command center in Kuwait, a day after the United States and Israel launched a sweeping military campaign against Iran. The post Trump Receives Remains Of US Troops Killed In Iran War appeared first on Channels Television.
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Singer Zlatan Stirs Up Marriage Rumours With Girlfriend Davita
News making the rounds on social media suggests that the Nigerian singer, Zlatan Ibile, whose real name is Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, is getting married to his girlfriend and baby mama. Davita Lamai, a graduate of Kent University and the mother of two, has taken up the singer’s last name, Omoniyi, to her Instagram handle, with […]
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Dr. Malama Zahra’u Umar Showers Ramadan Kindness On Vulnerable Families
Former Commissioner for Women Affairs in Kano State, Dr. Malama Zahra’u Umar has reached out to 300 individuals with disabilities and 50 widows with food relief packages as part of…
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If I Won In 2023, 2027 Will Be Easier –Oborevwori
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has boasted that if he could win governorship election in 2023 when he was not a governor, the 2027 election will be an easy ride for him. The governor stated weekend during the inauguration of the 4.8-kilometre Oko–Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu/Oko-Anala Road in Oko Kingdom and other network of roads in Asaba, both in Oshimili […]
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