Deposed Osun monarch convicted in US files suit against appointment of successor
Mr Oloyede was dethroned following his conviction by a US court over a $4.2 million COVID-19 relief fund fraud.
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Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has earned a Master of Arts degree with distinction in Performance (Acting) from the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-mr-macaroni-bags-masters-d...
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Nigeria has poor leaders but is rich in natural, human resources - Makinde
The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday declared that Nigeria, though, is rich in natural and human resources, has leaders who are poor in ideas. Makinde disclosed this during the unveiling of the APM's Reset Nigeria manifesto in Abuja...
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Universities must move beyond theory — Don
A professor, Babatunde Ogunsanwo, has urged Nigerian universities to move beyond theoretical knowledge to become centres of innovation and wealth creation. Read More: https://punchng.com/universities-must-move-beyond-theory-don/...
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Realign Hospital & Aesthetics unveils state-of-the-art medical facility in Enugu
In a major milestone for Nigeria's private healthcare sector, Realign Hospital & Aesthetics has unveiled its magnificent new medical facility in Enugu State, reinforcing its commitment to delivering international-standard aesthetic healthcare within Nigeria. Located in the heart ...
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NPFL fines Rivers United N15m, deducts three points, goals for blocking live broadcast
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has imposed a suspended fine of N15 million and a three-point and three-goal deduction on Rivers United for obstructing the live broadcast of their home fixture against Rangers International on Sunday. The Matchday 11 encounter, played a...
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Police Warn Politicians Against Campaign Posters, Billboard Destruction, Vow Arrest, Prosecution
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has warned against growing incidents of deliberate tearing, defacement and destruction of political campaign posters, banners and billboards belonging to candidates and political parties across the country ahead of the 2027 General Elections. In a s...
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States will generate, distribute electricity if I'm elected President - Makinde
The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Seyi Makinde has said states will generate and distribute their own electricity under his administration. Makinde said this on Wednesday while unveiling his Reset Nigeria Manifesto at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hot...
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Olam Agri to invest $400 million in African food processing, plans new feed mills
Olam Agri plans to invest about $400 million in African food processing through 2028, including the construction of new animal feed mills in Nigeria, Cameroon and Ivory Coast, as the agricultural commodities trader expands its presence across the continent. The post Olam Agri to ...
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Fire destroys four containers, eight shops at Kano market
An early morning fire has destroyed properties worth millions of naira, including four containers and eight shops, at Gezawa Market in Kano State. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-destroys-four-containers-eight-shops-at-kano-market/...
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APM accuses Tinubu govt of failing campaign promises, warns against electoral fraud
The National Chairman of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Yusuf Mamman Dantale, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of failing to fulfil its campaign promises, saying the realities Nigerians face are different from what was presented to them before the 2023 g...
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2027: Nigerians will decide, not billionaires - Makinde declares
The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that the 2027 general elections will be decided by Nigerians and not billionaires. Makinde made the assertion on Wednesday at the unveiling of his Reset Nigeria Agenda manifest...
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2027: I won't disappoint Nigerians no matter what it takes - Makinde vows
The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday vowed never to disappoint Nigerians if elected President, no matter what it takes. The Oyo State governor made the vow during the unveiling of the APM's Reset Nigeria manifesto in Abuja. Makinde ...