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National Theatre explores Kano creative viability
National Theatre explores Kano creative viability The Guardian Nigeria News
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What Did Lagos Wear to the #HookedOnTheFaminus White Wedding?
What Did Lagos Wear to the #HookedOnTheFaminus White Wedding? bellanaijastyle.com
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Police bust alleged child-stealing gang, rescue three children in Ogun
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three women allegedly linked to a child-stealing syndicate and rescued three children during an intelligence-led operation in the Ibafo, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were ide...
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Naira strengthens to N1,548/€ against Euro amid improved FX liquidity
The Euro-to-Naira exchange rate has remained relatively stable within the range of N1,548/€ amid the strengthening of the Naira. The post Naira strengthens to N1,548/€ against Euro amid improved FX liquidity appeared first on Nairametrics ....
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Lagos gains new data centre
Lagos gains new data centre ITWeb Africa
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NDLEA Arrests Suspected Kingpin Two Years After 49.7kg Heroin Seizure At Lagos Airport
NDLEA Arrests Suspected Kingpin Two Years After 49.7kg Heroin Seizure At Lagos Airport TVC News
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Nigerian newspapers review: Presidency, APC battle Obi over 2023 victory claim
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) taking the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, to task over his claim that he won the 2023...
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National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa over xenophobic attacks
The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa over continuing reports of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals in the country. The post National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa over xenophobic attacks appeared...
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Navy arrests three suspected drug traffickers on River Niger
The Nigerian Navy has arrested three suspected drug traffickers and intercepted 71kg of a substance suspected to be Cannabis sativa during a riverine patrol along the River Niger in Kogi State. This is contained in an operational report by the Director of Naval Information, Capt....
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Group commends IGP for appointing DCP Placid Okon as CP, Administration & Finance, Lagos Command
Group commends IGP for appointing DCP Placid Okon as CP, Administration & Finance, Lagos Command Realnews Magazine
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South Africa hands Nigerian romance scam suspects to FBI over $6.2 million fraud
Six Nigerian nationals arrested in South Africa in 2021 over an alleged romance scam targeting more than 100 Americans will today be handed over to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The suspects allegedly built sophisticated online relationships with women in the United ...
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Makinde inspects Ibadan Airport new terminal, pushes to make the facility international gateway
Governor Makinde said the upgrade of the airport will connect Oyo State to global markets accessibility. The post Makinde inspects Ibadan Airport new terminal, pushes to make the facility international gateway appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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South Africa extradites six Nigerians to US over alleged romance scams
South Africa has extradited six Nigerian nationals to the US to face charges of wire fraud and money laundering over alleged online romance scams. Read More: https://punchng.com/south-africa-extradites-six-nigerians-to-us-over-alleged-romance-scams/...
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Afreximbank and TopTier Sports Management unveil star-studded legends football match to be played at CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria
Afreximbank and TopTier Sports Management unveil star-studded legends football match to be played at CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria African Export-Import Bank...
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Nigeria must spend more on peace, says IPCR DG
The DG of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Dr Joseph Ochogwu, has called for increased investment in peacebuilding to prevent conflicts in Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-spend-more-on-peace-says-ipcr-dg/...
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VIDEO: Atiku not after Nigerians’ money, wants to give back to society – Wife
Titi Abubakar, wife of Atiku Abubakar, says her husband is not after Nigerians’ money but wants to give back to society if elected president in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-atiku-not-after-nigerians-money-wants-to-give-back-to-society-wife/...
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National Assembly Suspends Legislative Engagements With South Africa Over Xenophobic Attacks
The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and resolved to boycott legislative activities hosted or organised by the Southern African country until further notice, in response to continuing reports of xenophobic attacks and hostility against Nigerians...
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BRICS Summit: Nigeria moves to deepen ties with partners
The Federal Government has restated its commitment to consolidate bilateral relations with key international partners at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, holding from Sept. 12 and 13. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, sa...
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No Diphtheria Outbreak In Lagos, Commissioner Abayomi Assures Residents
No Diphtheria Outbreak In Lagos, Commissioner Abayomi Assures Residents independent.ng
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ASUU threatens strike over unpaid salaries, 2025 agreement implementation
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike over unpaid salaries and the poor implementation of the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement. The post ASUU threatens strike over unpaid salaries, 2025 agreement implementation appeared fi...
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Oja Oba Underbridge: Lagos Govt Says Viral Occupation Video Is Outdated
Oja Oba Underbridge: Lagos Govt Says Viral Occupation Video Is Outdated nigeriahousingmarket.com
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National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa
Nigeria’s National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa over continued xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-national-assembly-suspends-official-visits-to-south-africa/...
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Fresh petrol price increase looms as crude oil surges above $105, marketers react
Petroleum products retailers, marketers, depot owners and refiners in Nigeria are weighing a fresh increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, as crude oil prices climbed above $105 per barrel on Friday. A crude oil price survey by DAILY POST on Friday showed that Br...
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53-year-old woman jailed for dumping refuse in Lagos drain
A 53-year-old woman, Nelly Monday, has been sentenced to one month in prison for dumping refuse in a drainage channel in Lagos State. Read More: https://punchng.com/53-year-old-woman-jailed-for-dumping-refuse-in-lagos-drain/...
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Ogun police rescue 14-year-old girl allegedly sold for N500,000, two others
A 14-year-old girl identified as Christiana Olowokere, who was allegedly sold for N500,000, has been rescued by operatives of the Ogun State Police Command alongside two other children. The victims were rescued in Ibafo after detectives attached to the Ibafo Division busted a thr...
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South Africa to extradite six Nigerians to US over $6.2m romance scam
South Africa is set to extradite six Nigerian nationals to the United States on Friday over allegations that they defrauded more than 100 victims of over $6 million through an online romance scam. The suspects are allegedly members of an organised criminal network known as Black ...
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Lagos Comic Convention celebrates 15th anniversary
Lagos Comic Convention celebrates 15th anniversary The Nation Newspaper
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Lekki Conservation Centre and its treetop walkway in Lagos
Lekki Conservation Centre and its treetop walkway in Lagos ad-hoc-news.de
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Dangote built country around refinery — Sanwo-Olu
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described the Dangote Refinery as more than an industrial project, saying its construction demonstrated Africa’s capacity to execute ambitious projects on a market-changing scale. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Thurs...
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2027: NDC has candidates for all elective positions across Nigeria – Victor Umeh
Anambra Central Senator, Victor Umeh, on Friday declared that the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has candidates who will contest all elective positions across Nigeria in the 2027 general elections. Umeh revealed that NDC candidates would strongly contest all elective positions...
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Cross River police strengthen partnership with DSS, Air Force on security
The Cross River State Police Command has strengthened its partnership with the Department of State Services, DSS, and the Nigerian Air Force to improve intelligence sharing, coordinated operations and rapid response to emerging security threats in the state. The Commissioner of P...
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Tinubu’s Wife: Ndigbo are very nice people
By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has described Ndigbo as “very nice” and trustworthy people, saying she was impressed by the warm reception accorded her during her visit to Anambra State. Mrs Tinubu spoke at Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka,...
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Esther Ajayi Urges Nigerians to Fall in Love Again
Esther Ajayi Urges Nigerians to Fall in Love Again Radio Nigeria Lagos
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How to buy fuel via app, serve yourself at NNPC stations
The NNPC has introduced self-service fuel pumps at select stations. Learn how to buy petrol by downloading the NRL Fuel App, paying, and dispensing it your Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-buy-fuel-via-app-serve-yourself-at-nnpc-stations/...
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2027: IGP vows ‘safe, secure’ vote despite insecurity
Nigeria’s police chief insisted upcoming national polls will be secure, in an interview with AFP, despite violence that usually flares up during election seasons, a jihadist insurgency and a raging kidnapping crisis. Africa’s most populous country heads to the polls in January wh...
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Building Collapse During Demolition Kills One in Lagos
Building Collapse During Demolition Kills One in Lagos nigeriahousingmarket.com
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Digital Parks Africa enters Nigeria’s data centre race with Lagos facility
Digital Parks Africa (DPA), the data centre business associated with Master Power Technologies Group, is expanding into West Africa with plans to develop a new carrier-neutral data centre in Lagos. The post Digital Parks Africa enters Nigeria’s data centre race with Lagos facilit...
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S/Africa extradites six Nigerians wanted in US romance scam
South Africa will extradite six Nigerian nationals to the United States Friday over allegations they swindled victims out of more than $6 million in a sophisticated online romance scam, police said. The men are alleged to be members an organised criminal network called Black Axe ...
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Lagos demolition tragedy: One killed, two rescued from rubble
Lagos demolition tragedy: One killed, two rescued from rubble The Sun Nigeria
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Xenophobia: Ondo receives South Africa returnees
Governor Aiyedatiwa said the state government is committed to ensuring that the returnees do not become economically stranded after returning home. The post Xenophobia: Ondo receives South Africa returnees appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Benue South NDC Senate Ticket: Onjeh challenges Dave Ogbole to produce nomination documents
Comrade Daniel Onjeh has challenged a claimant to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) senatorial ticket for Benue South to produce documents backing his claim to the party’s ticket. Recall that Pastor David Ogbole has claimed that he is the duly nominated NDC senatorial candida...
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Customs begins final phase of recruitment screening for shortlisted candidates
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced the final phase of its recruitment screening, with shortlisted candidates undergoing documentation, physical fitness assessments and medical screening. The NCS spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, who disclosed this on Thursday, said th...
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Morning recap: China dominates Nigeria’s imports, Obi rejects Atiku step-down call, other top stories
Read a recap of Nigeria’s top stories, including China’s dominance of imports, Peter Obi’s rejection of calls to step down for Atiku, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-china-dominates-nigerias-imports-obi-rejects-atiku-step-down-call-other-top-stories/...
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Nigerian companies reclaim 2023-pre-devaluation profit levels in dollar terms
Nigerian companies are reporting record naira profits recently, especially in H1 2026, but the more revealing question is whether those earnings have recovered to pre-2023 levels when measured in dollars. The post Nigerian companies reclaim 2023-pre-devaluation profit levels in d...
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‘This is truly life-changing…’ Amy Okonkwo hails Tinubu as D’Tigress receive $100,000 reward
Reacting to the development, Okonkwo thanked President Tinubu, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, the NSC and the Nigeria Basketball Federation for their support The post ‘This is truly life-changing…’ Amy Okonkwo hails Tinubu as D’Tigress receive $100,000 reward appeared first on Premiu...
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Julius Berger, Lagos State outline path to $1 Trillion economy through long-term value creation
Infrastructure, investment and public-private collaboration took centre stage at the 2026 Julius Berger Luminary Soirée as Julius Berger Nigeria Plc and Lagos State Government articulated a shared vision for unlocking value in Africa’s second-largest city economy, and positioning...
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Xenophobia: National Assembly suspends South Africa visits
…Boycotts South African-hosted legislative activities By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and announced a boycott of South African-hosted legislative activities over continuing reports of xenophobic attacks against N...
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Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech schools
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the exercise focuses on equipping teachers with skills for technology-driven and student-centred learning. The post Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech schools appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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2027: Tinubu, Hamzat’s victory vital to Lagos — Sanwo-Olu
2027: Tinubu, Hamzat’s victory vital to Lagos — Sanwo-Olu Vanguard News
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FIFA U-20 WWC: Aduku demands more from Falconets after China draw
Aduku although demanding more, was encouraged by the improvement in his team’s performance despite their inability to find the breakthrough The post FIFA U-20 WWC: Aduku demands more from Falconets after China draw appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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58-year-old Nigerian bishop allegedly killed in South Africa
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA) has alleged the killing of a 58-year-old Nigerian cleric, Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Fakunle, an indigene of Iye, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, was alle...
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ASUU threatens fresh strike, gives FG, states ultimatum
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to shut down public universities again, warning that it may activate its suspended strike “without any further notice” unless the Federal Government and state governments urgently resolve outst...
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Uba Sani appoints new commissioners, aides to deepen reforms
According to the Chief Press Secretary, Dr Haliru Soba who is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, will be Deputy Chief of Staff Administration. The post Uba Sani appoints new commissioners, aides to deepen reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Nigeria’s car imports surge 146% to N1.18 trillion in H1 2026
Nigeria’s passenger motor car imports surged 145.6% year-on-year to N1.18 trillion in the first half of 2026, driving a broader increase in the country’s transport equipment import bill. The post Nigeria’s car imports surge 146% to N1.18 trillion in H1 2026 appeared first on Nair...
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Fayemi: How opponents branded me ‘Tokunbo’ in 2010 guber race
Former Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has recalled how his political opponents attempted to portray him as an outsider during his campaign for the governorship of the state in 2010. Fayemi disclosed this in a book titled How To Win Elections in Nigeria, authored by Seun ...
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Nigeria starts local production of dual-active mosquito nets
Nigeria has commenced the local production of next-generation dual-active ingredient insecticide-treated mosquito nets to strengthen malaria prevention. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-starts-local-production-of-dual-active-mosquito-nets/...
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Enugu Local Elections: APC’s Ferdinand Ukwueze receives party flag for Igbo-Eze South
Dr Martins Chukwunweike, the APC State Chairman in Enugu, presented the flag to Mr Ukwueze, alongside the 16 APC councillorship candidates for the council area. The post Enugu Local Elections: APC’s Ferdinand Ukwueze receives party flag for Igbo-Eze South appeared first on Premiu...
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Lagos Police Assure Residents of Readiness for 2027 Elections
Lagos Police Assure Residents of Readiness for 2027 Elections Nigeria Info FM
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Why Lagos Calabar Coastal Highway
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Hardship, ignorance fuel fake goods trade — Stakeholders
…Prosecute sellers of substandard cables — Coleman MD By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Economic hardship, ignorance and dwindling purchasing power are fuelling the growing trade in fake and substandard goods in Nigeria, with consumers increasingly settling for cheaper products without f...
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