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Nigerian chess master Onakoya visits Governor Sanwo-Olu after record-breaking feat
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BREAKING: Akeredolu’s ex-deputy, Agboola wins Ondo PDP gov primaryA former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Ajayi Agboola ... Show more punchng.com/breaking-akeredolus-ex-deputy-agboola-wins-ondo-pdp-gov-primary/
Why we are after ex-governor Yahaya Bello - EFCC Chair
"In a poor state like Kogi, and you want me to close my eyes to that under the guise of 'I'm being ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/688652-why-we-are-after-ex-governor-yahaya-bello-efcc-chair.html
BREAKING: Emefiele printed N684.5m with N18.9bn, says EFCC in fresh charge
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has filed a fresh charge at the High ... Show more punchng.com/emefiele-printed-n684-5m-with-n18-9bn-says-efcc-in-fresh-charge/
Olajumoke Badmus Refuses to Deliver Customer’s Clothes After Receiving Payment: "From the same page, which she named Jaaz_Fashion_Hub, I also saw a number ...
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Men of the Nigerian Army deployed to fight menacing terrorists in Allawa axis of terror-ravaged Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger State ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/689077-updated-residents-flee-as-soldiers-withdraw-from-niger-community-after-terror-attack.html
Five days before the end of the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) – a tertiary institutions ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/education/688228-investigation-tetfund-pays-n2-9-billion-to-contractor-for-unexecuted-job.html
US Air Force narrows list to General Atomics, Anduril to build autonomous aircraft
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Dollar demand pushes naira to 1,420/$: The naira on Thursday continued its downward trend against the United States dollar, depreciating to N1 ...
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Army dismiss two soldiers for stealing cables from Dangote Refinery: The army said the soldiers have been handed over to relevant authorities for further ...
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Tinubu, in Netherlands, says partnerships must be transformative, translate into real gains
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US pullout from Niger driven by discord over democratic transition, official says
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Lagos workers earn minimum of N70,000 since January – Sanwo-Olu: The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has disclosed that workers have been enjoying ...
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The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, says Nigeria is not mature to operate state governments-controlled police ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/688165-igp-differs-with-tinubu-on-state-police.html
Although most of the leaders spoke in support of state police, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, opposed it.
Mr Egbetokun ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/688418-insecurity-jonathan-abdulsalami-ooni-others-back-state-police.html
US Successfully Tests AI-Controlled Fighter Jet in F-16 Dogfight: An AI-controlled fighter jet, the X-62A VISTA, goes up against a human-piloted F-16 jet during ...
pcmag.com/news/us-successfully-tests-ai-controlled-fighter-jet-in-f-16-dogfight
Tinubu, CJN lament inefficiency of Nigerian justice sector, suggest solutions: Mr Tinubu and the CJN, Mr Ariwoola, spoke at the opening ceremony of the National ...
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“All parties involved are mandated to facilitate seamless transitions, with immediate handovers to their respective Permanent Secretaries,” Mr Danagogo said ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/688673-fubara-redeploys-wike-backed-commissioners-from-key-govt-ministries.html
MTN CHAMPS: Adaeze Eze wins second gold medal as race for team trophies heightens
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Lead British Int’l School Student Bullies, Disgraces Fellow Student Over Boyfriend
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Former Senate spokesperson, Ayogu Eze dies at 66punchng.com/former-senate-spokesperson-ayogu-eze-dies-at-66/
“All these actions by the Fulani are to us Yoruba, a sufficient reason for our seeking to separate our Yoruba nation from Nigeria ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/688358-yoruba-nation-akintoye-igboho-write-tinubu-seek-exit-from-nigeria.html
Court vacates warrant for Fubara’s Chief of Staff, others’ arrest: A Federal High Court in Abuja has set aside the warrant of arrest issued on Edison Ehie ...
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Data: Buhari, Tinubu Took Nigeria’s Economy 18 Steps Backward in 9 Years: While Buhari was president, the Nigerian economy slipped twice into recession ...
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Huge sleeping alligator holds up flights at Florida air force base: A 10-foot-long alligator laying by a plane wheel chock at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida ...
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REPORT: Nigerian Gov’t Contributed Significantly to Human Rights Abuses in 2023: A report has shown that the Nigerian government, through its use of torture and ...
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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
I’m not desperate to become next president, says Obi: The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, on Wednesday denied being ...
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Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, has disclosed that the nation has qualified to process and secure a $2.25 billion loan from the World Bank.
The loan ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/business/business-news/688127-nigeria-eyes-2-25bn-world-bank-loan-at-1-interest-rate.html
TRENDING: Confusion as Adeleke’s wives feature in separate fliers welcoming Remi Tinubu to Osun
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While Donald Trump sleeps : The Ukraine aid vote in the House of Representatives exposed Republican divisions that will endure
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Quick Glance: Melania Trump Launches Initiative to Woo Gay Conservatives at Mar-a-Lago Fundraiser
- Melania Trump unveiled an initiative at a fundraiser to attract conservative gay support for Donald Trump's 2024 candidacy.
- The event aimed to strengthen ties with conservative LGBTQ+ supporters and invest resources in educational efforts and pro-Trump messages.
- Led by Richard Grenell, the first openly gay Cabinet member in the U.S., the initiative seeks to persuade the LGBTQ+ community that Donald Trump is the best choice.
- Melania Trump's involvement represents a stark contrast to past campaigns as she takes on a key role in supporting conservative gay and lesbian voters.
The businessman, Emmanuel Okocha, PREMIUM TIMES gathered, died on Friday in the state after a police operative shot him for allegedly refusing to give a bribe ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/ssouth-east/688730-governor-otti-orders-prosecution-of-officers-who-killed-businessman-over-bribe-payment.html
APRIL 25 - HEADLINES
Forensic audit on LP accounts in progress, says Obi: Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, on Wednesday, announced that a forensic audit is being ...
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Bullied student threatens lawsuit if Abuja school fails to sanction abusers: “Our client and several other parents in Lead British International School have ...
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Oyo Chief ‘Threatened’ for Refusing to Endorse Bashorun’s Alaafin Pick: “Sir, as if that was not enough, Chief Yussuf AkinadeAyoola (Bashorun of Oyo Town) has ...
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Terrorism is alien to Africa, an imported evil — Tinubu: President Tinubu said terrorism cannot co-exist with democracy and development.
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REPORT: Police Second Most Inefficient Public Institution in Nigeria: With 38th position under transparency metric, the NPF scored an abysmal 31.88 percent ...
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Ondo Poll: Ganduje appeals to aspirants to work for APC electoral victory: Mr Ganduje said the aspirants should not see themselves as losers because there is ...
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Senate advances long-awaited aid for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan, and TikTok bill: President Biden initially proposed aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan in October.
cnbc.com/2024/04/23/senate-advances-aid-for-israel-ukraine-taiwan-tiktok-bill.html
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Ondo APC youths protest gov primary result, demand rerun: Aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress, on Thursday, protested the outcome of Saturday’s ...
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US will send senior delegation to Niger to discuss withdrawing troops : The United States will send a delegation to Niger on Thursday to begin face-to-face talks ...
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Court adjourns Emefiele’s alleged procurement fraud case till June 24: A Federal Capital Territory high court, adjourned until June 24, for the continuation of ...
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Former Nigerian aviation minister Hadi Siriki has been arrested by anti-graft commission officials in connection with the ongoing money laundering probe of ... Show more #DWAfrica
Tinubu approves commencement of consumer credit scheme for Nigerians: Consumer credit serves as the lifeblood of modern economies, enabling citizens to enhance ...
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NAF airstrikes kill terrorists, destroy hideouts in Bornopunchng.com/naf-airstrikes-kill-terrorists-destroy-hideouts-in-borno/
Soldiers foil attack on Taraba community: Troops of the Nigerian Army have foiled attacks on Kweserti village in Taraba State, killing two armed militia ...
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Moniepoint MFB MD advocates physical engagement for financial inclusion: The Managing Director of Moniepoint MFB, Babatunde Olofin, has emphasised the ...
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Ondo 2024: Akeredolu’s ex-deputy, Agboola, wins PDP governorship primaries: Mr Agboola was the late governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu's deputy before falling ...
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Sirika spends second night in EFCC custody over N8bn probe
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Ogun PDP chairman, Adebutu trade blame over electoral defeat: The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State, Sikirullai Ogundele, on Thursday ...
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Black Mystery Craft Spotted Slung Under Chinese H-6 Bomber: What is seen hanging underneath an H-6 in a recent picture is not a WZ-8 rocket drone ...
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Saraki pledges support for late senator Ibrahim’s family: Saraki has again pledged to stand by the family and community of late political associate and former ...
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APC asks Aiyedatiwa to run inclusive govt: After a marathon meeting with aggrieved governorship aspirants who participated in last Saturday’s primary election in ...
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ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried: In its quest to expand beyond north-east Nigeria, clashes between the JAS and ISWAP ...
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Naira tumbles to N1,234/$ at official market, speculators resume hoarding: The naira depreciated in its value against the United States dollar to N1 ...
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UTME 2024: Nigerians lambast JAMB over examination 7 a.m. exam schedule: JAMB Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin told PREMIUM TIMES on Sunday that the examination ...
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500,000 households to get Lagos palliatives – Sanwo-OluThe Lagos State government has said it is set to distribute food items to 500 ... Show more punchng.com/500000-households-to-get-lagos-palliatives-sanwo-olu/
Presidency set to roll out CNG Initiative: The initiative is to deliver cheaper, safer and more climate-friendly energy to Nigerians.
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Suppression, violence marred 2023 elections – US report: U.S. Department of State has shed light on various irregularities and challenges faced during the ...
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Gunmen kill six Nigerian soldiers in ambush, army says: Six soldiers of the Nigerian army were ambushed and killed by gunmen while on patrol in the northern ...
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Umahi threatens to revoke Kogi, Benin road contracts: The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has threatened to revoke sections I-IV Lokoja-Benin ...
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In Cuba, Afro Hair Care Opens Conversations About Blackness: Rizo Libre, a local venture that provides information, workshops, and debates ...
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Tinubu mourns ex-Senate spokesperson, Ayogu Eze: President Tinubu prayed to God Almighty to grant repose to the departed's soul and comfort to those in ...
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Abia Assembly, speaker refuse to inaugurate PDP member declared elected by Appeal Court
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NPFL fun, safe – Beautiful Nubia: Nigerian songwriter and music composer, Segun Akinolu, popularly known as Beautiful Nubia, believes the Nigeria Premier
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PREMIUM TIMES MORNING UPDATES FOR APRIL 26th, 2024.
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EFCC hands over houses, transmission equipment, other recovered assets to Enugu govt
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Currency Mutilation: Mixed Reactions Trail Video Of Couple's Customized N200 Notes
A video circulating on social media on Sunday has revealed N200 notes ... Show more punchng.com/currency-mutilation-mixed-reactions-trail-video-of-couples-customized-n200-notes/
Check judges’ misuse of exparte order, Akpabio tells NJC: The Senate President of Nigeria, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has urged the National Judicial Council to ...
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Circular road: Oyo approves N3.5 bn for bush clearing, others: The Oyo State Executive Council approved the sum of N3.5 billion for the clearing of bushes around ...
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Ondo poll: You’ll be successful tomorrow, Ganduje tells Jimoh Ibrahim, others: The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress on Thursday appealed to ...
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Ondo PDP gov primary’ll be credible – Bayelsa deputy gov: The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Mr Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, had declared that the primary of the ...
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Lagos Resumes Demolition Of Buildings On Drainage
Officials of the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources have commenced the demolition of ... Show more #LasgMOE #LAGESCOfficial #cleaner
Russian Propaganda Predicts Big ATACMS Attacks the Kremlin Probably Can’t Stop: Moscow-friendly mil-bloggers mostly predicted the US-made missiles will hit air ...
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In Photos: Washington announced a major new military aid package for Ukraine on April 24. This is what the weaponry and equipment tranche ... Show more www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-war-washington-billion-dollar-weapons-package/32920332.html
Part of Ogun Community Road Washed Off by Rain Few Weeks After Completion: Some other parts of the road have started peeling off. All these bring into question ...
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