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Man United legend Gary Neville names match that could cost Arsenal EPL title this season
Gary Neville warns Arsenal that their next match against West Ham could jeopardise their Premier League title hopes after a crucial win over Fulham.
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Viral video: Police grill Enugu nurse as school administrator demands N10m damages
A nurse in Enugu State, Joy Ezeugwu, is currently being questioned by police following her arrest over a viral video highlighting poor working conditions at a public health facility. Ezeugwu, who works at Uwani General Hospital, was reportedly arrested on Monday by officers from the Police Force Headquarters Annex, FCID, Enugu. Her arrest was earlier […] Viral video: Police grill Enugu nurse as school administrator demands N10m damages
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Dissecting Asake’s “Amen”: The lyrics, the message & why some fans hear pro-Tinubu undertones
Days after the release of M$NEY, Asake has got people talking, especially about one track. “Amen,” a calm, prayer-like song, has quickly become a fan favourite, but not without debate. While some hear a message of faith and gratitude, others believe there may be something deeper in the lyrics, sparking conversations that go beyond the […] The post Dissecting Asake’s “Amen”: The lyrics, the message & why some fans hear pro-Tinubu undertones appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.
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I Have What Can Make You Oyo Governor, Primate Ayodele Tells Adelabu
Controversial cleric, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has stirred fresh debate after declaring that he possesses what can guarantee the governorship victory of the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, ahead of the 2027 Oyo State election. In a video circulating on X, Ayodele openly challenged Adelabu, insisting that the minister would lose the election even if backed […] The post I Have What Can Make You Oyo Governor, Primate Ayodele Tells Adelabu appeared first on OsunDefender.
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DMO Launches May 2026 FGN Savings Bonds With Rates Up To 14.525 Percent
May 04, (THEWILL) — The Debt Management Office (DMO) has unveiled its May 2026 Federal Government (FGN) Savings Bond offer, providing Nigerians with investment options offering returns of up to 14.525 percent annually. Announced on Monday, on behalf of the Federal Government, the offer is part of ongoing efforts to deepen the domestic debt market […] The post DMO Launches May 2026 FGN Savings Bonds With Rates Up To 14.525 Percent appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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JUST IN: Makinde-led PDP unveils Turaki, others as caretaker committee members
The factional National Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has ratified the appointment of a 13-member Caretaker Committee headed by Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as chairman. The decision was taken at the Makinde-backed 103rd NEC meeting held on Monday in Abuja, following a motion moved by the Edo Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-makinde-led-pdp-unveils-turaki-others-as-caretaker-committee-members/
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Divorced woman tells court: “I have nowhere to go”
A 44-year-old woman, Zainab Isah, on Monday broke down in tears before a Shari’a Court sitting at Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, saying she has nowhere to go following her divorce from her husband, Alhaji Abdulhamid. The post Divorced woman tells court: “I have nowhere to go” appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Police launch manhunt after bandits kill 11 in Katsina
The police in Katsina State have launched a manhunt for bandits responsible for the killing of 11 persons in communities in Kankia Local Government Area. The state Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar-Fage, gave the directive following a series of attacks on villages in the area, according to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Abubakar […] Police launch manhunt after bandits kill 11 in Katsina
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Court sets date for ruling on Sowore’s no-case submission in cyberstalking trial
A Federal High Court will rule on Omoyele Sowore’s no-case submission in his cyberstalking trial over alleged defamatory posts against President Tinubu. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-sets-date-for-ruling-on-sowores-no-case-submission-in-cyberstalking-trial/
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Joshua’s Comeback Is ‘Ultimate’ But ‘Risky – Hearn
Anthony Joshua’s return to the boxing ring is the “ultimate comeback” but also a “risk” given what he has endured over the past six months, according to his promoter Eddie Hearn. The heavyweight is set to face Kristian Prenga in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on 25th July, ahead of a highly anticipated showdown against fellow Briton […]
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Solar expert says lithium batteries are better than tubular batteries, gives 10 reasons
A solar expert trends online as she lists 10 problems or challenges people might experience using tubular batteries and explains why lithium batteries are better.
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DSS Arraigns Blogger Over Alleged Incitement Against Army
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned a Nigerian blogger and activist, Justice Mark Chidiebere, also known as Justice Crack, before a Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged incitement. Sources told SaharaReporters that the arraignment took place on Monday, after which the DSS took him back into detention, sparking fresh concerns over his […] The post DSS Arraigns Blogger Over Alleged Incitement Against Army appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Man City Will Win Premier League Title On Goal Difference – Carragher
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes the Premier League title race will come down to goal difference, with Manchester City ultimately edging out Arsenal to claim the trophy. “Arsenal were outstanding,” Carragher said on Sky Sports. “I think this is the best they’ve looked for some time — maybe since the north London derby against […]
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World Press Freedom Day 2026: CISLAC, media groups demand stronger safeguards for journalists
A free and independent media remains central to governance, transparency and national development, the groups said. The post World Press Freedom Day 2026: CISLAC, media groups demand stronger safeguards for journalists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Six Arrested As NDLEA, BUK Authorities Tackle Campus Drug Menace
May 04, (THEWILL) — The Kano Strategic Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested six suspects in a coordinated operation to curb drug-related activities around Bayero University, Kano (BUK). The arrests followed a targeted raid on identified hotspots in and around the institution’s old campus, as part of the agency’s ongoing […] The post Six Arrested As NDLEA, BUK Authorities Tackle Campus Drug Menace appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Tinubu asked me to drop Senate ambition – Ayade
The former Cross River governor alleges political betrayal. The post Tinubu asked me to drop Senate ambition – Ayade appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ajaka apologises to Ex-Gov Bello, calls for unity
Former Kogi State governorship candidate, Yakubu Murtala Ajaka, has publicly apologised to former Governor Yahaya Bello, urging reconciliation, unity, and renewed focus on the progress of Kogi State. The post Ajaka apologises to Ex-Gov Bello, calls for unity appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Seun Kuti Vows Never To Settle Feud With Wizkid
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has declared that his rift with music star Wizkid is permanent, stating that the two will never reconcile. The disagreement between the two artistes began after Wizkid reportedly made comments comparing himself to the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Seun, who is Fela’s youngest son, had earlier warned fans to stop […]
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2027: ADC crisis self-inflicted — Sam Amadi
The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, has described the internal political crisis in the African Democratic Congress, ADC, as self-inflicted. Amadi made this statement on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. His remark comes by barely 24 hours after Peter Obi and Rabi’u Kwankwaso […] 2027: ADC crisis self-inflicted — Sam Amadi
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Ayade laments 3-year sidelining by Tinubu, order to abandon senatorial ambition
The immediate past governor of Cross River State, Prof Ben Ayade, has lamented being sidelined without appointment for three years by President Bola Tinubu's administration, despite his contributions to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The post Ayade laments 3-year sidelining by Tinubu, order to abandon senatorial ambition appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Adeleke In Dilemma Over Olaoluwa, Alao’s Senatorial Ambitions
  Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke is reportedly in a political dilemma over the Osun Central senatorial ambitions of two of his close allies – Gani Olaoluwa and Adekunle Alao. OSUN DEFENDER reports that Olaoluwa who is the state Commissioner for Rural Development and Community Affairs, and the former Osun Federal Commissioner for the […] The post Adeleke In Dilemma Over Olaoluwa, Alao’s Senatorial Ambitions appeared first on OsunDefender.
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8 phones with video quality that rival iPhone 17
For years, Apple’s iPhones have dominated smartphone videography, often setting the benchmark for cinematic video quality, colour accuracy, and consistency. The post 8 phones with video quality that rival iPhone 17 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Atiku may force Peter Obi, Kwankwaso to leave NDC for another party – Bashir Ahmad
A former media aide to the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, on Monday suggested that former presidential candidates, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, may dump the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, for another political party ahead of the 2027 elections. Ahmad noted that should former Vice President Atiku Abubakar decide to join the NDC, Obi […] Atiku may force Peter Obi, Kwankwaso to leave NDC for another party – Bashir Ahmad
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UCL: Four Arsenal players miss training ahead Atletico Madrid second leg
At least four players were absent from Arsenal’s training on Monday as the squad prepares for their Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. They are captain Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber and Mikel Merino. Following their 3-0 win over Fulham last Saturday, manager Mikel Arteta expressed optimisim that Odegaard and Havert could […] UCL: Four Arsenal players miss training ahead Atletico Madrid second leg
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Ex Gov. Ben Ayade drops senate bid, says ‘Tinubu asked me to step down’
Former Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade, has announced his withdrawal from the race for the Cross River North senatorial seat, stating that the decision was made in compliance with a "request" from President Bola Tinubu.
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‘Go And Work!’ — Rudeboy Fires Back At Critic Who Called Him An Empty Millionaire
Popular singer and one-half of the P-Square duo, Paul Okoye, famously known as Rudeboy, has sparked reactions on social media following a heated exchange with an X (formerly Twitter) user. The confrontation began when a critic took to the platform to lambaste the singer, calling him a “useless and empty millionaire” who is indifferent to […]
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Iyabo Ojo breastfed my cousin, Priscilla recounts mum’s generosity
Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla, opens up about her mother’s generosity, recalling how the actress sheltered many kids and even breastfed her cousin. Read More: https://punchng.com/iyabo-ojo-breastfed-my-cousin-priscilla-recounts-mums-generosity/
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Zlatan Ibile and Carter Efe mock Portable with diss song after boxing defeat
Zlatan Ibile and Carter Efe were seen mocking Portable on stage in a Lagos club after his boxing loss. They celebrated with a diss chant that sparked reactions
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LASTMA moves to curb crashes involving dispatch riders in Lagos
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, has intensified efforts to address the rising incidence of road crashes involving dispatch riders across major routes in Lagos State. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday, the agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed that new measures are being implemented to enhance compliance […] LASTMA moves to curb crashes involving dispatch riders in Lagos
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NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC will keep fighting to avoid relegation – Uzoho vows
Kun Khalifat FC technical adviser, Obinna Uzoho, says his team will not give up their fight to avoid relegation in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The modest side moved to 17th position in the table after a 2-1 win over Kano Pillars at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri on Sunday. Uzoho expressed […] NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC will keep fighting to avoid relegation – Uzoho vows
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Adamawa NDC constitutes new exco, appoints ex-ADC leader chairman
The Adamawa State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has constituted its State Executive Council, with Saidu Komsisiri as chairman. Komsisiri is a former caretaker committee chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and hails from the same Jada Local Government Area as ADC foremost member, Atiku Abubakar. The new exco has Joseph Kwatri […] Adamawa NDC constitutes new exco, appoints ex-ADC leader chairman
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EPL: Two clubs battling to sign Casemiro from Man Utd
Two clubs are currently battling to sign Manchester United midfielder Casemiro. According to talkSPORT, Inter Miami and LA Galaxy are the two leading contenders to sign the Brazilian. The two Major League Soccer, MLS, clubs are both currently in talks to try and sign the veteran midfielder in the summer. Casemiro is leaning towards a […] EPL: Two clubs battling to sign Casemiro from Man Utd
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Cameron Diaz Welcomes Third Child At 53
Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, Benji Madden, have announced the arrival of their third child. The 53-year-old Charlie’s Angels star shared the news via a joint social media statement, expressing profound gratitude for the latest addition to their growing family. The couple described themselves as “blessed and grateful” to welcome another member to […]
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Liverpool’s troubled season ‘unacceptable’ – Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk admitted Liverpool's troubled season has been "unacceptable" after a 3-2 defeat at Manchester United dented their push to qualify for the Champions League. The post Liverpool’s troubled season ‘unacceptable’ – Van Dijk appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Extra-judicial killing: Police handover officers to AGF for prosecution, move to arrest fleeing suspects
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported how a police officer, Nuhu Usman, and three others were filmed extrajudicially killing a handcuffed in Delta State, South-south Nigeria. The post Extra-judicial killing: Police handover officers to AGF for prosecution, move to arrest fleeing suspects appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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JUST IN: Makinde-backed PDP constitutes 13-member interim NWC, appoints Turaki as chairman
The majority of the NEC members supported the decision through voice votes. The post JUST IN: Makinde-backed PDP constitutes 13-member interim NWC, appoints Turaki as chairman appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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