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NATO beefs up Kosovo security ahead of tense vote
NATO on Saturday said it had strengthened its peacekeeping force in Kosovo amid mounting tensions ahead of parliamentary The post NATO beefs up Kosovo security ahead of tense vote appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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EPL Wrap: Nunez Rescues Liverpool, Arsenal Blow Lead Against Aston Villa
Arsenal thought they had a late winner but Mikel Merino's effort deflected in off Havertz's hand and the goal was ruled out by a VAR review. The post EPL Wrap: Nunez Rescues Liverpool, Arsenal Blow Lead Against Aston Villa appeared first on Channels Television.
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EPL: Senderos names striker Arsenal should sign for Arteta
Former Arsenal centre-back Philippe Senderos has urged his old club to reignite their transfer interest in Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. Senderos believes Vlahovic could take Mikel Arteta’s side closer to the Premier League title. Arsenal have failed to win the Premier League title in the last two seasons. The Gunners finished in second position twice, […] EPL: Senderos names striker Arsenal should sign for Arteta
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Goretzka double helps Bayern go seven clear
Leon Goretzka scored a brace as league leaders Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 3-2 at home on Saturday, going seven points The post Goretzka double helps Bayern go seven clear appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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DSS arrests 10 Boko Haram, ISWAP suspects in Osun State
Department of State Services (DSS) have detained 10 alleged Boko Haram affiliates in Ilesa, Osun State. Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson for Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke, verified that the suspects are linked to Boko Haram and the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP). Rasheed highlighted that the state government would keep working alongside security agencies […] DSS arrests 10 Boko Haram, ISWAP suspects in Osun State
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Panic in Kaduna village after suspected cattle rustlers’ attack, over 20 killed
The people of Ugama village in the Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State are in fear after some individuals, suspected to be cattle rustlers, launched an attack involving ritual killings and theft of property on Thursday. Reports indicate that the attackers are Fulani from Ugama village. Eyewitnesses have confirmed that at least 20 people […] Panic in Kaduna village after suspected cattle rustlers’ attack, over 20 killed
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NEMA confirms 70 dead, 57 injured in Niger tanker explosion
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has disclosed that over 70  died and over 56 injured in the tanker explosion in Niger State on Saturday. The incident occurred in the The post NEMA confirms 70 dead, 57 injured in Niger tanker explosion appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Mother Sells Six-Week-Old Baby For N200,000
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a middle-aged woman who allegedly sold his six-week-old baby for N200,000. The Command spokesperson, Bright Edafe, in a video posted on X on Saturday, said the woman lied to the father of the child that the baby had died. Edafe added that the woman proceeded to sell the […] The post Mother Sells Six-Week-Old Baby For N200,000 first appeared on OsunDefender. The post Mother Sells Six-Week-Old Baby For N200,000 appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Nwifuru warns scholarship beneficiaries against becoming ‘nuisance’ abroad
Tribune Online Nwifuru warns scholarship beneficiaries against becoming ‘nuisance’ abroad Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has advised beneficiaries and students of his scholarship scheme to always remember that they are ambassadors of the State in the foreign land they are heading to. Nwifuru gave the charge during the flagged off of the scholarship scheme at Chuba Okadigbo International Airport Onueke, Ezza South Local Government Area […] Nwifuru warns scholarship beneficiaries against becoming ‘nuisance’ abroad Tribune Online
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PDP senator, Ned Nwoko set to defect to APC
Mr Nwoko’s relationship with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the governor’s godfather/predecessor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has not been cordial of late. The post PDP senator, Ned Nwoko set to defect to APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Leganes snap Liga leaders Atletico's winning streak
Antoine Griezmann missed a late penalty as La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid stumbled to a shock 1-0 defeat at Leganes The post Leganes snap Liga leaders Atletico's winning streak appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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NGF Chairman visits Niger, commiserates with Bago, victims of petrol tanker explosion
Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Chairman Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq on Saturday visited the scene of the petrol tanker explosion in Niger State, describing the incident as devastating and sad. In a statement The post NGF Chairman visits Niger, commiserates with Bago, victims of petrol tanker explosion appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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LASU schedules second batch entrance exam for HND/BSc conversion programme
Lagos State University HND/BSc Conversion screening holds Jan 25, 2025, at Ojo Main Campus. Applicants must bring credentials for the entrance exam
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VP Shettima Urges Journalists To Speak Truth Without Antagonism
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has implored media professionals in Nigeria to be more focused on objectively speaking truth to power rather than antagonising the government. Drawing the distinction between antagonism and speaking truth to power, he also urged members of the fourth estate of the realm to, as a matter of necessity, always […]
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Niger Tanker Fire: Governors Call For Stricter Enforcement Of Safety Measures
Seventy-seven persons died and scores were injured during the incident that has thrown the country into mourning. The post Niger Tanker Fire: Governors Call For Stricter Enforcement Of Safety Measures appeared first on Channels Television.
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Husband stabs, attacks wife with hot oil in Ogun
An angry husband Sholola Kazeem residing in Ring Road community in Owode Egba, Ogun State, has been arrested for attacking his wife, Sholola Mutiat, with hot oil, severely peeling her skin The post Husband stabs, attacks wife with hot oil in Ogun appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Abiodun approves 1,000 new Amotekun recruits to boost Ogun security
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the recruitment of an additional 1,000 Amotekun personnel to enhance security across the state, warning criminals that Ogun will not serve as a haven for their activities. The governor also pledged to provide additional patrol vehicles, electric motorcycles, communication gadgets, and other resources to enable the Amotekun Corps Read More
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Sanwo-Olu sympathises with K1 over mother’s death
The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed his condolences to Fuji music legend, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, on the passing of his mother, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe. PUNCH Online reports that Anifowose died at the age of 105 on Saturday. https://punchng.com/fuji-musician-k1-de-ultimate-loses-mum/?amp In a statement issued on Saturday Read More
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New sect linked to human trafficking emerges in Kaduna
A newly discovered sect, reportedly engaged in global human trafficking, has been revealed in Kaduna State, based on recent intelligence reports. The organization, referred to as ACHAD Life Mission International, is reported to be enlisting members both in Nigeria and overseas. The head of the sect, Mr. Yokana, lives in Jos, Plateau State, and the […] New sect linked to human trafficking emerges in Kaduna
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Tinubu celebrates Customs chief Adeniyi at 59
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the 14th Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on his 59th birthday. In a statement on Saturday by his Special Adviser The post Tinubu celebrates Customs chief Adeniyi at 59 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu celebrates Customs CG Adeniyi on 59th birthday
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Adewale Adeniyi, the 14th Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), who marks his 59th birthday, today, Sunday. This is as the President applauded Adeniyi's leadership which has enabled the NCS to surpass revenue targets substantially and bolstered trade facilitation, yielding widespread positive effects on the national economy. President Tinubu […] The post Tinubu celebrates Customs CG Adeniyi on 59th birthday appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Suspected ISWAP Terrorists Disguised As Watch Repairers Busted By DSS In Osun
  The Department of State Services (DSS) has revealed details of its undercover operations which led to the arrest of 10 suspected members of Boko Haram/Islamic State’s West Africa Province in Ilesa, Osun State. The operation was carried out at an old bungalow building close to St. Mary Catholic Church, Ifofin, and Ogbon Idio, Ilesa, […] The post Suspected ISWAP Terrorists Disguised As Watch Repairers Busted By DSS In Osun first appeared on OsunDefender. The post Suspected ISWAP Terrorists Disguised As Watch Repairers Busted By DSS In Osun appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Hush-Hush Wedding Allegedly Between Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo And Jennifer Lamai Abruptly Cancelled
January 18, (THEWILL) – The hush-hush wedding allegedly between the governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and Los Angeles, California-based Jennifer Esteniyo Lamai, 30, a native of Auchi, Edo North, has been abruptly called off with just days to the ceremony in a dramatic turn of events that could potentially lead to huge financial […] The post Hush-Hush Wedding Allegedly Between Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo And Jennifer Lamai Abruptly Cancelled appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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We’ll hurt people while trying to unite North – Hamza Al-Mustapha
Former Chief of Staff to the late Head of State, Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, has said that efforts to bring the North back on the path of progress “would hurt people.” This was as he disclosed that efforts are ongoing to unite and get the North back on track. Al-Mustapha made this disclosure while […] We’ll hurt people while trying to unite North – Hamza Al-Mustapha
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APC fires back at Kofa, rejects reconciliation between Kwankwaso, Ganduje
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has stated that the efforts made by Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa to facilitate reconciliation between Kwankwaso and Ganduje were driven by Kwankwaso’s desire to return to the APC. They argue that the notion of reconciliation between Kwankwaso and Ganduje, as introduced by Kofa, is a political […] APC fires back at Kofa, rejects reconciliation between Kwankwaso, Ganduje
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Court Bars FRSC From Arresting, Penalising Drivers With Faded Number Plates
A Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos has bared the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) from arresting and penalizing drivers with faded number plates. According to Channels TV, Justice Akintayo Aluko made the order on Friday and also restricted the FRSC from imposing any fine or punishment on any drivers for driving with a faded […] The post Court Bars FRSC From Arresting, Penalising Drivers With Faded Number Plates first appeared on OsunDefender. The post Court Bars FRSC From Arresting, Penalising Drivers With Faded Number Plates appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Nigerian govt set to review 2003 Child Rights Act
The 2003 Child Rights Act (CRA) is a law that guarantees the protection of the rights of children The post Nigerian govt set to review 2003 Child Rights Act appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How João Lourenço makes Angola dependent on West through questionable schemes 
By Manuel Chilala This year, Angola celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence—a history worthy of a film. It includes the struggle against Portuguese colonialism, attempts by British and South African The post How João Lourenço makes Angola dependent on West through questionable schemes  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Goretzka Brace Guides Bayern To Victory Over Wolfsburg
January 18, (THEWILL) – Bayern Munich strengthened their position at the Bundesliga summit with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Wolfsburg, extending their lead to seven points ahead of defending champions Bayer Leverkusen. Leon Goretzka emerged the hero for the Bavarian side, scoring twice in a match that demonstrated Bayern’s attacking quality while exposing defensive vulnerabilities. […] The post Goretzka Brace Guides Bayern To Victory Over Wolfsburg appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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Israel To Free Over 1,890 Palestinians In First Phase Of Gaza Truce
The truce is to take effect on the eve of Donald Trump's inauguration for a second term as US president. The post Israel To Free Over 1,890 Palestinians In First Phase Of Gaza Truce appeared first on Channels Television.
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Anambra: Soludo to rebuild 28 divisional Police offices burnt down by hoodlums
Tribune Online Anambra: Soludo to rebuild 28 divisional Police offices burnt down by hoodlums Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo has promised to re-build the 28 divisional police offices that were burnt down by hoodlums in the state. He said the project which will be in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria, communities, patriotic Ndi Anambra and corporations will help expand State’s Correctional centres. Soludo, who disclosed this in […] Anambra: Soludo to rebuild 28 divisional Police offices burnt down by hoodlums Tribune Online
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Gov Bago Bans Heavy Trucks On Dikko Bridge After Niger Tanker Explosion
No fewer than 77 lives were lost in the devastating incident that has since plunged the community into mourning. The post Gov Bago Bans Heavy Trucks On Dikko Bridge After Niger Tanker Explosion appeared first on Channels Television.
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Justice served: Adam Baillie jailed for life after brutal attack on 11-year-old girl
According to the Met Police, the authorities swiftly launched an investigation, and Baillie was arrested after the girl identified his property.
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Lagos directs blockage of illegal turning on Lekki-Ajah Expressway
The Lagos State Government says an illegal turning point impeding traffic at Fidelity Bank/Ikota on Lekki-Ajah Expressway have been temporarily blocked by HITECH. Mrs Bolanle Ogunlola, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos Ministry of Transportation, made the disclosure in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. Ogunlola said the illegal turning point was blocked on the instructions […] The post Lagos directs blockage of illegal turning on Lekki-Ajah Expressway appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Gov Nwifuru urges Ebonyi scholarship beneficiaries to be good ambassadors
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has called on the newly enrolled indigenous students of the state scholarship scheme to serve as exemplary ambassadors of the state. Nwifuru made this known during the flag-off ceremony of the Ebonyi State 2024/2025 Scholarship Programme (foreign and local), held at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo International Airport, Onueke. In his […] Gov Nwifuru urges Ebonyi scholarship beneficiaries to be good ambassadors
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Kluivert Hattrick Strike Propels Bournemouth Past Newcastle
January 18, (THEWILL) – Justin Kluivert delivered an exceptional performance with three goals, leading AFC Bournemouth to a commanding 4-1 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park, ending the home team’s impressive nine-match winning sequence. The Dutch midfielder, whose father, Patrick, played for Newcastle during the 2004/2005 campaign, demonstrated clinical finishing throughout the match. […] The post Kluivert Hattrick Strike Propels Bournemouth Past Newcastle appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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