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Lagos APC denies predetermined candidates’ list
The Lagos APC denies allegations of a predetermined candidates’ list for its primaries, reaffirming its commitment to direct primaries if consensus fails. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-denies-predetermined-candidates-list/
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Mutfwang, ex-govs meet over Plateau security challenges
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang meets with former governors to devise strategies for tackling the state’s pressing security challenges and restoring Read More: https://punchng.com/mutfwang-ex-govs-meet-over-plateau-security-challenges/
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I still see ‘Big B’s face everyday —Wife
‘Biggest mountain letting go of the role I had with him, rebuilding my identity’ It will be a year exactly on Sunday since celebrated gospel minister, Bolaji Olanrewaju, passed on. His death came as a shock to most and his impacts on many remain indelible as testimonials continue even till date. He was married to […]
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US House Republicans Block Bid To Stop Trump On Iran War Powers
The U.S. House of Representatives backed President Donald Trump’s military campaign against Iran on Thursday, narrowly defeating ‌a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the war until hostilities are authorized by Congress. The war powers resolution was defeated by 214 to 213 in the Republican-majority chamber, a day after a similar measure was blocked in the […]
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Pope Leo Decries World Ruled By ‘Tyrants’ After Trump Attacks
Pope Leo XIV has blasted the “handful of tyrants” who are ravaging Earth with war and exploitation, as he preached a message of peace in the epicentre of a separatist conflict considered one of the world’s most neglected crises. Leo, on a four-country trip to Africa, travelled to the western Cameroon city of Bamenda, where […]
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Flutterwave Convenes Global Dialogue On Africa’s Digital Economy At IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, hosted a private roundtable with Invest Africa on the Digital Economy Roundtable on April 14, 2026. This roundtable took place on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C. Moderated by Shannon Stround, Chief Executive Officer, US, Invest Africa, the session gathered a distinguished group of […]
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Court Orders Arrest Of Former Humanitarian Minister
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja on Thursday ordered the arrest of a former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, to answer charges of fraudulently diverting social security intervention funds during her tenure in office. A statement from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said the […]
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Emir Of Zazzau Advocates Constitutional Role For Traditional Rulers
The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamali, has urged the government to formally define and strengthen the role of traditional institutions in governance and peace building, just as traditional rulers in Kaduna state have called for stronger constitutional recognition. Speaking at the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations Week (NPRW) “Croc City 2026” forum held in […]
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Presidency, Wike Knock Atiku Over 2027 Presidential Ambition Remarks
By Jonathan Nda-Isaiah and Chibuzo Ukaibe, Abuja The Presidency and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar engaged in a war of words yesterday over the latter’s presidential bid in 2027. The controversy began after the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, declared that President Bola Tinubu ought to complete two terms […]
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Middle East Crisis: Nigeria Has No Intention Of Approaching IMF For Loans, Says Edun
Reforms have built resilience into economy-Finance Minister Amidst the economic challenges thrown up by the Middle East Crisis, Nigeria’s minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun, has said the country is not considering any recourse to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) or other external emergency lenders. He insisted that ongoing reforms […]
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Sultan rebuts viral terrorism claims, warns against ‘untruths’
THE media team of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has issued a rebuttal to what it described as “baseless and misleading” allegations circulating in a viral video attributed to one Mike Arnold, believed to be an American. In a statement released on Thursday, the media office said its attention had been drawn […]
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OMC opposes alleged planned return of mission schools in Ogun
THE Ogun State Muslim Council (OMC) has raised objections to the alleged planned return of mission-founded schools, previously acquired by the state government, to their original missionary proprietors. It warned that the move could undermine public trust and disrupt religious harmony in the state. In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Alhaji Kamal’deen Akintunde, the […]
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Ooni backs Agbeyewa model to tackle insecurity, joblessness
The Ooni of Ife urges Nigeria to adopt the Agbeyewa Farms model, a large-scale agricultural project in Ekiti, to combat insecurity and youth unemployment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ooni-backs-agbeyewa-model-to-tackle-insecurity-joblessness/
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Don urges FG to address power crisis
A university VC urges the FG to address Nigeria’s power crisis, citing its negative impact on SMEs, youth employment, and economic prosperity. Read More: https://punchng.com/don-urges-fg-to-address-power-crisis/
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Inflation rebound endangers firms, consumers — LCCI
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce warns that rising inflation in Nigeria poses major risks to businesses, consumers, and the economy, urging policy action. Read More: https://punchng.com/inflation-rebound-endangers-firms-consumers-lcci/
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Architect of connectivity: How Globacom’s two-decade legacy in tech, entertainment, culture defined modern Nigeria
ROTIMI IGE writes on how telecommunications giant, Globacom, through its visionary chairman, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., continues to revolutionise the industry with globally recognised innovation, with a legacy of impact across various critical sectors of Nigeria’s economy. The story of Nigeria’s modernisation and its cultural resurgence over the last two decades is inextricably linked to […]
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Is anyone from Temptation Island Season 2 still together? Only one couple made it out intact
Is anyone from Temptation Island Season 2 still together? Get updates on Kaylee, Summit, and the Season 2 cast following the Netflix April 2026 finale.
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Kwara students earn global spotlight, seek support for World Spelling Bee in China
TWO exceptional students of Ar Raheem International College, Ilorin, Kwara State, Maryam Yusuf and Abdurrahman Yusuf, have been selected to represent Nigeria at the 2026 World Spelling Bee Championships in Shanghai, China, prompting renewed calls for sponsorship to support their participation. Maryam, a 14-year-old niqab-wearing student, alongside her 12-year-old schoolmate Abdurrahman, secured their place on […]
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Oil marketers blame rising cost of Jet A1 on global supply disruptions, logistics expenses
Oil marketers under the auspices of the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) have blamed surge in global supply disruptions and increased domestic logistics expenses for the rising cost of Aviation Turbine Kerosene known as Jet A1. Responding to concerns raised by the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) over the spike, MEMAN, in a […]
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Kordell Beckham stepped out of Odell's shadow on Love Island and hasn't looked back
Kordell Beckham stepped out of Odell's shadow on Love Island USA, found fame, and has kept rising in entertainment without looking back. Learn more about him here.
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Tension as godfathers fight for Cross River North Senate seat 
OGOJA- THREE prominent political figures are battling for the Senate position of Cross River North otherwise known as Ogoja Senatorial District and the ensuing war is causing tension in the area. Since November last year, there has been no letup in the political cannon fire as the three titans: Senator Ben Ayade , immediate past governor […] The post Tension as godfathers fight for Cross River North Senate seat  appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Iris Kendall from Love Island — the LA spray tan entrepreneur who ended up with TJ after all
Iris Kendall from Love Island rose from LA spray tan entrepreneur to fan favourite. Discover how her villa journey led her back to TJ Palma for a lasting romance.
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Edo awards scholarships to Gen Braimah’s children
The Edo State Government awards full educational scholarships to the three children of the late Brig Gen Oseni Braimah, honoring his ultimate sacrifice for Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-awards-scholarships-to-gen-braimahs-children-3/
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‘How media bias against Islam is fuelling hate incidents against Muslims’
A retired Director of Corporate Communications in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), Alhaji Yusuf Aliyu Addy, has asserted that biased media reportage against Islam is fuelling hate incidents, discrimination in employment, travel restrictions, and policy bias against Muslims. Addy made the assertion on Sunday in his keynote address […]
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LBS trains elderly in emergency response skills
Lagos Business School trains elderly residents in fundamental emergency response skills and CPR, donating equipment to promote dignified and active ageing. Read More: https://punchng.com/lbs-trains-elderly-in-emergency-response-skills/
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Nigeria needs state police now to fight insecurity – Ondo monarch
Ondo monarch Oba Akintoye Adeoye calls for the urgent adoption of state police in Nigeria to tackle grassroots insecurity and improve local safety. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-state-police-now-to-fight-insecurity-ondo-monarch/
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Nicolas Vansteenberghe was a nurse and model before Love Island made him a household name
Nicolas Vansteenberghe transitioned from nursing to become a model, DJ, and an islander on Love Island, showcasing his diverse talents and captivating journey.
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Bayelsa commissioner, Diri’s supporters defect to NDC
Bayelsa Commissioner Michael Magbisa and supporters of Governor Douye Diri have defected from the APC to the NDC, citing a lack of ideology in their former Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-commissioner-diris-supporters-defect-to-ndc/
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FG tasks regional commissions with coordination, project completion
Nigeria’s Minister of Regional Development warns regional development commissions to complete ongoing projects before starting new ones to avoid duplicatio Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-tasks-regional-commissions-with-coordination-project-completion/
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Nasarawa gov: Sule endorses Wadada, ex-IG Adamu vows contest
Nasarawa Governor Sule endorses Senator Wadada for the 2027 governorship, but ex-IGP Adamu vows to contest, setting up a primary battle in the APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-gov-sule-endorses-wadada-ex-ig-adamu-vows-contest/
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MUSCOYS Secretary-General, Siyanbade’s wife dies, buried in Ibadan
Alhaja Tawakalitu Abosede Siyanbade is dead. She was the wife of Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade, the Secretary-General of the Muslim Community of Oyo State (MUSCOYS). Alhaja Siyanbade, who was born on August 9, 1960, passed away on Thursday, according to a statement issued by the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN). In the announcement, […]
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Every season 7 islander confirmed for Love Island: Beyond the Villa and who got left out
Which Islander is coming back for Love Island: Beyond the Villa? Discover which of your favourite reality stars are returning and who was surprisingly snubbed.
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Ondo ex-Gov Mimiko dumps PDP
Former Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, has officially resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Find out the details. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-ex-gov-mimiko-dumps-pdp/
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Kaduna emir seeks constitutional backing for monarchs
The Emir of Zazzau calls for constitutional reforms to clearly define and strengthen the roles of traditional rulers in governance and peacebuilding. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-emir-seeks-constitutional-backing-for-monarchs/
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Sokoto gov vows safe return for displaced communities
Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu expresses confidence that ongoing security operations will soon enable displaced residents to return safely to their homes. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-gov-vows-safe-return-for-displaced-communities/
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Storm in Ebonyi ADC as rival camps jostle for control
Internal divisions rock the African Democratic Congress in Ebonyi State as factions loyal to Sam Egwu and Jennifer Adibe-Nwafor vie for control. Read More: https://punchng.com/storm-in-ebonyi-adc-as-rival-camps-jostle-for-control/
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