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EU Nations’ Deficits Balloon, Europe Development Banks Cut Growth Forecasts
The EU executive will publish its views Wednesday on each country's public spending and issue warnings where necessary. The post EU Nations’ Deficits Balloon, Europe Development Banks Cut Growth Forecasts appeared first on Channels Television.
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Police uncover illegal gun factory, arrest seven in Yobe‎
Yobe Police Command uncovers an illegal gun factory in Potiskum, arresting seven suspects and recovering firearms. Read more about the raid and ongoing inv Read More: https://punchng.com/police-uncover-illegal-gun-factory-arrest-seven-in-yobe/
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Arrested Ivorians not criminals – Police speak on banditry in Ogun
By Ado Oyeyemi The Ogun State Police Command has refuted widespread reports alleging bandit attacks and invasions of schools and communities across parts of the state, clarifying that the recent arrest of 38 Ivorian nationals in Atan-Ota had no connection to banditry, kidnapping or terrorism. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Babaseyi Oluseyi, disclosed this in a [...]
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Bandits kill man, kidnap two women in Kwara community
Suspected bandits attacked a Kwara community, killing one man and abducting two women. Police confirm the Kwara kidnapping incident and are trailing the at Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-kill-man-kidnap-two-women-in-kwara-community/
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Eric Chelle addresses big concern around Osimhen and Lookman ahead of Nigeria vs Poland friendly
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle insists Nigeria has the squad depth to compensate for the absence of Osimhen and Lookman ahead of their friendly against Poland.
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2026 World Cup’s most expensive squads revealed
France leads the pack with a jaw-dropping squad value of £1.32 billion, eclipsing every other nation. Kylian Mbappé headlines the French roster with a tournament-high worth of £173 million, joined by rising stars Lamine Yamal and Erling Haaland.
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Bandits kill resident, abduct fulani leader’s wives in night raid
By Ado Oyeyemi Fear gripped residents of Lafiagi in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State after suspected bandits attacked a Fulani settlement on the outskirts of the town, killing one person and abducting two women. The attack, which occurred on Monday night in the Sodo/Sawmill area, reportedly threw the community into panic as armed [...]
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Influencer Kene Okonkwo shades Femi Otedola after her billionaire father won a lawsuit she claims involved him
Kene Okonkwo, daughter of Obi Jackson, sparks controversy with remarks aimed at Femi Otedola following her father's legal win. Discover the online reactions.
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Over 50 dead as Nigerian military pounds terrorists commanders
Intelligence assessments have confirmed that operatives of the Nigerian military, under Operation HADIN KAI, neutralized several high-profile terrorist commanders and scores of fighters during a recent air strikes in the Lake Chad region. A security expert, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this in a report he posted on his official X handle on Wednesday. Quoting military sources, Makama […] Over 50 dead as Nigerian military pounds terrorists commanders
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Amid rising insecurity, police bust illegal gun-making hub, arrest seven suspects
By Ado Oyeyemi The Yobe State Police Command has uncovered an alleged illegal firearms manufacturing centre in Potiskum Local Government Area, leading to the arrest of seven suspected gun fabricators. The suspects were apprehended during a raid on a blacksmith workshop located at Tasha Adua along Danchuwa Road in Potiskum following intelligence reports on illicit [...]
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Troops arrest suspected ISWAP collaborator in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of collaborating with Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. This was disclosed in a post on X on Wednesday by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in Lake Chad region. Makama, citing security […] Troops arrest suspected ISWAP collaborator in Borno
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Weapons looted during Libyan conflict found with extremist groups in Nigeria – UN
The UN’s top disarmament official expressed regret that weapons continue to fuel violence in communities long after wars end, causing devastation across one-time peaceful communities.
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Jubilation as Tinubu's recent appointee wins major election
There is celebration and jubilation after a new appointee of President Bola Tinubu wins a major election in United Nations body. Nigerians are already reacting.
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2027 elections: Fayose speaks on Tinubu's chances amidst Atiku, Peter Obi’s division
Ayose Fayose claimed Atiku and Obi's division boosts Tinubu's chances for re-election. He argues the opposition's split weakens their ability to challenge in 2027.
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Why Nigerians aren’t feeling Tinubu’s economic reforms - Bwala
According to him, the scale of Nigeria's population means that the benefits of ongoing reforms will take time to be fully felt by citizens. The post Why Nigerians aren’t feeling Tinubu’s economic reforms - Bwala appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NDC aspirant demands transparency in Delta primaries
A House of Representatives aspirant on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Julius Efeni Akbovoka, has called on the party leadership to ensure transparency and strict adherence to due process in the handling of the party’s primary election for the Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency of Delta State. The post NDC aspirant demands transparency in Delta primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Aiyedatiwa approves Akure flyover, projects
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved the construction of a 2.38-kilometre flyover bridge in Akure, alongside a series of infrastructure, health, education and water projects across Ondo State. The post Aiyedatiwa approves Akure flyover, projects appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EPL: Two Man Utd players to leave as Carrick signs Ederson
Manchester United are planning to sign another midfielder despite agreeing a transfer for Atalanta’s Ederson. The Red Devils have struck a deal for Ederson worth €45m with add-ons included. The Brazilian is expected to sign a four-year deal at Old Trafford. However, according to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, United manager Michael Carrick is eyeing […] EPL: Two Man Utd players to leave as Carrick signs Ederson
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Accelerate Business-Enabling Reforms To Maximise $750m World Bank Programme, Shettima Tells Govs
According to him, enabling a thriving business environment nationwide has become necessary to attract domestic and global capital, enhance local infrastructure, and drive subnational economic growth. The post Accelerate Business-Enabling Reforms To Maximise $750m World Bank Programme, Shettima Tells Govs appeared first on Channels Television.
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Protesting teachers in Mexico topple player statues days before World Cup
Teachers in Mexico toppled football player statues and threaten World Cup protests over salary and pension demands. Learn more about the CNTE’s actions. Read More: https://punchng.com/protesting-teachers-in-mexico-topple-player-statues-days-before-world-cup/
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Nancy Isime Shares Exciting Experience From First Visit To Her Roots In Edo
Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the welfare of children across the country, stressing that every child deserves access to safety, education and happiness. The actress made the appeal during a visit to Edo State, which she described as a deeply emotional homecoming and her first meaningful [...]
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Senate constitutes committee to liaise with FG over unpaid contractors’ debts
The Senate on Tuesday constituted a six-member committee to liaise with the Federal Ministry of Finance and facilitate the reimbursement of outstanding payments owed to local contractors for projects executed across the country. The post Senate constitutes committee to liaise with FG over unpaid contractors’ debts appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Remi Aluko Opens Up On Glaucoma Battle, Says He Can No Longer See
Popular Fuji musician Remi Aluko has disclosed that he is currently battling severe vision loss, saying glaucoma has left him with almost no sight. He made the revelation during a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, where he spoke openly about his health condition and how it has affected his life over the years. According to [...]
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Kaduna NUT laments kidnapping of students, teachers, tasks govt
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Kaduna State branch, on Tuesday staged a nationwide solidarity rally over the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers, calling on the Nigerian government to urgently treat attacks on schools and the abduction of students and teachers as a national emergency. Addressing newsmen in Kaduna, Comrade Sunday Garba, the state treasurer of the union, said […] Kaduna NUT laments kidnapping of students, teachers, tasks govt
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EPL: Arsenal will finish fourth, Man Utd to fight for title – Scholes predicts
Former Manchester United midfielder, Paul Scholes, has predicted that Arsenal will not defend their Premier League title next season. Scholes, speaking on The Good, The Bad and The Football podcast, said Mikel Arteta’s men could finish in fourth position. He however tipped United and Liverpool to challenge for the title. “I think Manchester United will […] EPL: Arsenal will finish fourth, Man Utd to fight for title – Scholes predicts
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Gunmen kidnap three Plateau youths in Kogi, demand N30m as ransom 
Three young men from Plateau State, identified as Kweti Jonathan Menje, Habila Sunday, and Samuel, have reportedly been kidnapped by gunmen in Kogi State on their way back to Jos from Akure, Ondo State, where they had gone on a business venture. According to a post shared on the Facebook page of the Jenta Adamu Central […] Gunmen kidnap three Plateau youths in Kogi, demand N30m as ransom 
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NMA confirms release of abducted doctor in Abia
Abia State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, has confirmed that one of its renowned orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Bonaventure Aguocha, who was kidnapped on May 24, 2026 has been released. The NMA, which said that Dr. Aguocha spent nine days in captivity, praised Abia State Governor, Alex Otti and his Imo State counterpart, Hope […] NMA confirms release of abducted doctor in Abia
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Nigeria never had democracy – Farotimi
A lawyer and political activist, Dele Farotimi, says Nigeria has never had democracy. Featuring in an interview on News Central Television, Farotimi said the country only ever had a performative shadow of a democracy. He described elections in Nigeria as a hollow ritual, lamenting that certain people who have been indicted for crimes are holding […] Nigeria never had democracy – Farotimi
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Tinubu deploys 79 locally-assembled ambulances to tertiary hospitals nationwide
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday rolled out 79 locally-assembled advanced ambulances for tertiary hospitals across Nigeria, in a bid to strengthen emergency healthcare delivery and reduce avoidable deaths nationwide. The post Tinubu deploys 79 locally-assembled ambulances to tertiary hospitals nationwide appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AHEAD OF THE POLLS: Meet the major 2027 presidential hopefuls and their political histories
As preparations intensify ahead of the January 16, 2027 general election, a growing number of political parties have completed their presidential primaries or announced candidates expected to contest the nation’s highest office. With 22 political parties currently registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), at least 11 had produced presidential candidates as of May […] The post AHEAD OF THE POLLS: Meet the major 2027 presidential hopefuls and their political histories appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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ELITE CLUB: Players who lifted Premier League title with two different clubs
Winning the English Premier League remains one of the most demanding achievements in football, with only a select group of players managing to secure the trophy with more than one club across different eras of the competition. The rarity of this feat places such players in an exclusive category of consistency, adaptability and elite performance […] The post ELITE CLUB: Players who lifted Premier League title with two different clubs appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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World Cup 2026: Squad numbers for 13 Man Utd players confirmed
Manchester United’s 13 representatives for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament have been allocated their shirt numbers. The squad lists have been formally submitted before the competition gets underway on Thursday, 11 June. Players can still be changed due to serious injury or illness, up to 24 hours before a team’s opening match. However, three Man […] World Cup 2026: Squad numbers for 13 Man Utd players confirmed
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Find out more as fuel price drop at filling stations as Dangote reduce rates
Petrol prices drop across Nigerian depots and filling stations following Dangote Refinery’s price cut, with retail adjustments spreading gradually nationwide.
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FG unveils mini-grid interconnection guidelines
The Federal Government has unveiled new guidelines for the safe and efficient interconnection of solar mini-grids to electricity distribution networks, in a move aimed at accelerating renewable energy deployment and expanding electricity access across Nigeria. The post FG unveils mini-grid interconnection guidelines appeared first on Vanguard News.
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