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EPL: Romero’s late goal rescues Spurs at Burnley
Cristian Romero rescued a point for Tottenham Hotspur late on just as under-pressure head coach Thomas Frank faced further embarrassment against struggling Burnley at Turf Moor. Burnley were on the The post EPL: Romero’s late goal rescues Spurs at Burnley appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Many youths don’t know their wards, Reps, Senators, others — Study
A study by journalist and researcher, James Ojo Adakole has shown that many Nigerian youths have poor knowledge of their political leaders. The study, titled “Comparative Analysis of Online Advocacy The post Many youths don’t know their wards, Reps, Senators, others — Study appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Salaga South MP condemns abuse of Dodowa schoolgirl , assures family of accountability
Salaga South MP, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has assured the family of the abused Dodowa schoolgirl, Jalila Abdul Jalil, that Parliament will take up the case to ensure justice and accountability. During a visit to the family, the MP said the matter would be pursued with urgency at the parliamentary level, particularly through the Human Rights and Gender Committees. She added that the Speaker of Parliament would be formally briefed to activate the necessary procedures to ensure the case receives the attention it deserves.
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Joy at the Mall: Music, games and shopping deals light up Day Two at Achimota
The Multimedia Group Joy Brands have successfully wrapped up Day two of its three-day takeover of the Achimota Retail Centre, as Joy at The Mall continued to draw massive crowds with a lively mix of music, games, live broadcasts, and exciting shopping deals.
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Anambra ADC chairman confirms massive influx into party since Peter Obi’s entry
The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Anambra State, Mr Patrick Obianyo, has confirmed that since the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, joined the party on December 31, there has been a huge influx of persons into the party. Obianyo disclosed this on Saturday during a political event […] Anambra ADC chairman confirms massive influx into party since Peter Obi’s entry
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Pope warns against risks of AI algorithms
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday stressed the risks of generative artificial intelligence, how it could usurp human identities and relationships, influence public opinion and deepen social polarisation The post Pope warns against risks of AI algorithms appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Man City end winless run with victory over Wolves 
Manchester City returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a 2–0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
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Tonto Dikeh reflects on marriage to Churchill 10 years after split
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh reflects on her marriage to ex-husband Olakunle Churchill, ten years after their public separation and battles. Read More: https://punchng.com/tonto-dikeh-reflects-on-marriage-to-churchill-10-years-after-split/
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Karimi disburses N300m bursary to students in Kogi for Tinubu Support Group
Disbursement of a N300 million bursary to students across Kogi State has commenced under the Sunday Steve Karimi Education Foundation (SSKEF), working with the Tinubu Support Group (TSG), marking the The post Karimi disburses N300m bursary to students in Kogi for Tinubu Support Group appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Senegal PM To Visit Morocco After AFCON Unrest
Eighteen Senegalese supporters remain in pre‑trial detention in Morocco, where they face charges of hooliganism at the match, won 1-0 by Senegal against Morocco after time on January 18. The post Senegal PM To Visit Morocco After AFCON Unrest appeared first on Channels Television.
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Bandits kill six in Niger community, two missing
Suspected bandits kill six villagers in a brutal attack in Wawa community, Niger State. Security operatives are searching for two others who are missing. Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-kill-six-in-niger-community-two-missing/
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EPL table: Man City now 4pts behind Arsenal after Wolves win
Manchester City defeated Wolves 2-0 on Saturday in their Premier League clash at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola’s men were looking to bounce back from back-to-back losses against Manchester United and Bodo/Glimt in the last week. City also knew that victory would close the gap between them and leaders Arsenal to four points. Omar Marmoush, who […] EPL table: Man City now 4pts behind Arsenal after Wolves win
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Ogun: Police arrest 14 suspected cultists, recover pistol, charms, others
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested fourteen suspected members of the Eiye Confraternity at a bush location in the Ipara-Remo area of the state on Saturday. The suspects, thirteen adult males and one female, were apprehended at about 1:20 a.m. while allegedly planning to initiate new members and conspiring to breach the […] Ogun: Police arrest 14 suspected cultists, recover pistol, charms, others
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Omo-Agege urges Oborevwori to embrace inclusive leadership, prioritise good governance
Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege, has called on Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to embrace inclusive leadership and prioritise good governance as key strategies for consolidating the gains of the The post Omo-Agege urges Oborevwori to embrace inclusive leadership, prioritise good governance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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GPL 2025/26: Hearts batter beggarly XI Wonders to keep title hopes alive
Accra Hearts of Oak posted a comprehensive 3-0 win over Eleven Wonders in the Ghana Premier League on Saturday. A first half goal from Mawuli Wayo and a double in the second by Martin Karikari and Kelvin Osei Asibey condemned Wonders to their 15th defeat of the season after 20 matches. Hearts opened the scoring […]
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Kwankwaso declares Jan 23rd ‘Betrayal Day’ over Gov Yusuf’s defection to APC
Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared January 23 as a “Day of Betrayal” following the defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the party.
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EPL: Manchester City cruise past Wolves at Etihad 
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Manchester City returned to winning ways with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Etihad Stadium. The comfortable victory reignited the Citizens title challenge after a run of four games without success. African duo Omar Marmoush and Antoine Semenyo netted for City in the first half. City took just [...]
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Saheed Osupa secures N2bn landmark deal with harmony gardens, launches estate scheme for fans
Legendary Fuji musician and cultural ambassador, King Saheed Osupa, has expanded his influence beyond music into real estate, acquiring 50 hectares of land from Harmony Gardens & Estate Development Ltd The post Saheed Osupa secures N2bn landmark deal with harmony gardens, launches estate scheme for fans appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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ZKP Pulls Traders In With a Massive 5M Reward Campaign! BCH Pushes Toward 1K & Zcash Shows Whale Activity 
Discover why the ZKP crypto presale & $5M reward campaign are gaining traction, as Bitcoin Cash (BCH) targets $1K and Zcash (ZEC) sees whale accumulation. Read More: https://punchng.com/zkp-pulls-traders-in-with-a-massive-5m-reward-campaign-bch-pushes-toward-1k-zcash-shows-whale-activity/
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Police nab 22-year-old woman with 89 sachets of tramadol in Borno
Borno police arrest a 22-year-old woman for tramadol smuggling. She was caught with 89 sachets of the drug concealed in maize flour at a motor park. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-22-year-old-woman-with-89-sachets-of-tramadol-in-borno/
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Quarter of developing economies poorer than in 2019 – World Bank
“More than one-quarter of emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs), particularly low-income countries and those affected by fragility and conflict, still have per capita incomes below 2019 levels,” the World Bank said in its January Global Economic Prospects report. The post Quarter of developing economies poorer than in 2019 – World Bank appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Oluremi Tinubu to deliver keynote at teachers’ summit 2026
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu will deliver the keynote address at the Nigeria Teachers’ Summit 2026, aimed at empowering teachers and education reform. Read More: https://punchng.com/oluremi-tinubu-to-deliver-keynote-at-teachers-summit-2026/
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Stop preaching division, exceptionality, ADC warns presidential aspirants’ supporters
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned supporters of presidential aspirants to stop preaching division and exceptionality ahead of its June primaries. The post Stop preaching division, exceptionality, ADC warns presidential aspirants’ supporters appeared first on Vanguard News.
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IEU appeals to government to recruit Arabic teachers as graduates remain unemployed
The Ashanti Regional Manager of the Islamic Education Unit (IEU), Mr. Mohammed Yussif, has appealed to the government to urgently recruit Arabic teachers into the public education system.
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Bimbo Ademoye’s 18-million-view film gets demonetised on YouTube
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye has raised the alarm over what she described as an attempt to steal her intellectual property, following the demonetisation of her YouTube film Where Love Lives.
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2027: ‘Obi or Nothing’ mindset threatens party’s winning chances – ADC
The ADC cautions that an ‘Obi or nothing’ mindset threatens party unity and chances for the ADC 2027 election, urging supporters to back all aspirants. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-obi-or-nothing-mindset-threatens-partys-winning-chances-adc/
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UG Nursing School commends AfDB, SIF for Project Support
The School of Nursing and Midwifery of the University of Ghana has commended the Social Investment Fund (SIF) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) for supporting the expansion of its facilities.
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Army foils bandit attack, kills suspected terrorist in Kaduna
Troops of 1 Division, Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA have successfully foiled a bandit attack in Maraban Rido general area of Kaduna State, neutralising one suspected violent extremist and recovering stolen livestock. In a statement on Saturday by the Acting Staff Officer Grade 2, Community Relations, Army Public Relations 1 Division/Sector 1 OPFY, Captain Bello Read More: https://punchng.com/army-foils-bandit-attack-kills-suspected-terrorist-in-kaduna/
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Tonto Dikeh announces reconciliation with ex-husband, Churchill after decade-long feud
Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has publicly declared that she has reconciled with her former husband, Olakunle “Churchill” Oladunni, describing the reunion as a “divine restoration” following nearly ten years of bitter public conflict, separation, and legal disputes. The post Tonto Dikeh announces reconciliation with ex-husband, Churchill after decade-long feud appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Minnesota governor slams ‘another horrific shooting’ by federal agents
An unconfirmed video was circulating of a person who appears to have been shot during a street disturbance, with several gunshots heard and at least one person in the vicinity wearing a vest marked "POLICE." The post Minnesota governor slams ‘another horrific shooting’ by federal agents appeared first on Vanguard News.
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EPL: Spurs slip at Burnley increases pressure on Frank as City win
Thomas Frank's job is under renewed threat after Tottenham dropped more points in a 2-2 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley on Saturday as Manchester City cut the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to four points. The post EPL: Spurs slip at Burnley increases pressure on Frank as City win appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Minnesota Governor Slams ‘Another Horrific Shooting’ By Federal Agents
"The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now," the Minnesota Governor said. The post Minnesota Governor Slams ‘Another Horrific Shooting’ By Federal Agents appeared first on Channels Television.
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NNPP Condemns Abba Yusuf’s Exit, Says Party Remains Strong in Kano
The Deputy National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Prince Nweze Onu, has strongly condemned the resignation of Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabiru Yusuf, from the party, describing the move as a betrayal of the voters who brought him to power. Prince Onu said the NNPP remains unshaken by the governor’s defection, […]
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Mark Angel's old interview about who his daughter can marry trends amid ex-wife's claim
Mark Angel's old interview resurfaces amid claims from his ex-wife, detailing her struggles in their marriage and his surprising views on relationships.
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US will ensure Nigerians live, practice their faith without fear – Riley Moore
United States Congressman, Rep Riley Moore, has said the US will ensure that all Nigerians live and practice their faith without fear of persecution and death. Moore said this in a post on his verified X handle on Saturday. The lawmaker was reacting to the collaboration between the US and Nigeria on security issues. He […] US will ensure Nigerians live, practice their faith without fear – Riley Moore
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Federal Government Pledges Support for Inclusive Education on International Day of Education
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing inclusive, equitable, and future-ready education for all Nigerians, as it marked the 2026 International Day of Education. The government emphasized the need for a collaborative effort to transform the nation’s learning system, with Nigerian youths at the forefront of the change. In a statement, the government […]
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