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Destiny Boy’s widow pens emotional message to late singer as their son celebrates 2nd birthday
Destiny Boy’s widow, Iremide, shares an emotional message to the late Afro-Fuji singer as their son celebrates his second birthday without his father
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Angola celebrates 51st independence anniversary, acknowledges Nigeria’s support
“These cover trade, transport, culture, professional training, defence and public order, cybersecurity, and academic exchange,” he said. The post Angola celebrates 51st independence anniversary, acknowledges Nigeria’s support appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Floyd Mayweather To Launch TMT Frontrow Fight Series In Nigeria
ABUJA, NIGERIA – 11 November 2026 – Boxing legend Floyd “Money” Mayweather will arrive in Abuja on Thursday, 12 November, to announce the launch of the TMT Frontrow Fight Series Nigeria and explore investment opportunities in Nigeria’s mining and solid minerals sector. The initiative aims to…
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Travelling to the UAE from Nigeria in 2027? Here’s What You Should Know About Tourist Visas Before You Fly
Planning a trip to Dubai in 2027? You are not alone. Every year, more and more travellers add the UAE to their holiday list. Some go for the beaches, some for the shopping, and others just want to see the famous Burj Khalifa up close. But before you book your flight, there is one important […] The…
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Seven UNN pharmacy graduates reportedly die during sign-out celebration
By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA —-Shock and grief have enveloped the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), community following reports that seven newly graduated Pharmacy students have died during a celebration marking the completion of their studies. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday night…
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Trump Defends Iran War In Veterans Day Address
The war, which began on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes against Iran, has so far cost the lives of 23 US service members and wounded several hundred more, according to the latest Pentagon figures. The post Trump Defends Iran War In Veterans Day Address appeared first on Channels Television.
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2027: 'Probe APC now' - ADC tells EFCC, INEC over video of ‘cash sharing at rally’
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to launch a comprehensive investigation into the alleged cash distribution at a rally by the All Progressives Congress, APC. The Director…
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Peter Obi's Yelwata visit sparks reactions as Adeyanju, Delta Gov's aide knock NDC candidate
Reactions have continued to trail the visit of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the Yelwata community in Benue State, where at least 271 people were killed by terrorists. DAILY POST reports that Obi visited Yelwata on Wednesday after attending a town hall…
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Scott Colom unseats Mississippi Senator Hyde-Smith in historic win
Scott Colom has won the closely contested Mississippi Senate race, ousting Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, in a major victory for Democrats in the ruby-red US state. Colom emerged as the winner on Wednesday, following an extended vote count, and will be Mississippi's first Black US senator…
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Transfer: Glen Johnson advises Chelsea to sign Real Madrid star under Alonso
Former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has advised his old club to sign Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold on loan in the January transfer window. Johnson believes Alexander-Arnold is frustrated under the current head coach at Real Madrid due to his lack of regular game time this season. Speaking…
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2027: Trump had everything yet Republicans failed - Ogebe warns Tinubu, APC
International human rights lawyer Emmanuel Ogebe has warned Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, against assuming that political control and electoral manoeuvres can guarantee victory, citing recent developments in the United States as a lesson for those in power. Ogebe said some…
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Election: IG vows crackdown on fake news purveyors
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatuunji Disu, has vowed to identify and prosecute purveyors of fake news and fabricated videos ahead of the 2027 electio Read More: https://punchng.com/election-ig-vows-crackdown-on-fake-news-purveyors/
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Widow sues Airtel, ATC for N232m over noise pollution
A Lagos widow has sued Airtel and ATC for N232m, alleging noise pollution, structural damage, and environmental nuisance from a telecom mast near her home. Read More: https://punchng.com/widow-sues-airtel-atc-for-n232m-over-noise-pollution/
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Who is Eagles’ new boy Suleiman Mubarak?
Meet Suleiman Mubarak, the 19-year-old Slavia Prague midfielder who has earned his first Super Eagles call-up ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. Read More: https://punchng.com/who-is-eagles-new-boy-suleiman-mubarak/
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ADC faults APC over cash inducements, recycled 2023 promises
The African Democratic Congress has accused the APC of buying support with cash and gifts, faulting its new manifesto as a recycle of unfulfilled 2023 prom Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-faults-apc-over-cash-inducements-recycled-2023-promises/
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States move to harmonise electricity tariffs nationwide
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum is developing a uniform electricity tariff methodology to guide pricing and address inconsistencies across states in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/states-move-to-harmonise-electricity-tariffs-nationwide/
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Russia’s Ambassador to US, Alexander Darchiev, dies at 66
Russia’s Ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died suddenly at the age of 66, barely 18 months after assuming the diplomatic position. Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced his death on Wednesday but gave no details about the circumstances. In a tribute, the ministry described…
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Gowon’s memoirs: Nigeria owes Awolowo an eternal debt, by Olu Fasan
Last week, I started a discussion of General Yakubu Gowon’s multi-themed memoirs, My Life of Duty & Allegiance. My focus was on the book’s general tone, which I find unduly self-justificatory. In his attempts to defend his legacy, General Gowon presents himself as a saintly figure who did no wrong…