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Sports · Daily Trust ·Osimhen ruled out of AFCON Qualifiers due to injury
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers because of an injury. His absence means he will not be available for the national team in the affected qualifying matches, although the headline does not provide details about the injury or his expected recovery timeline.
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Business · Nairametrics ·
FG moves to ensure equitable 13% derivation fund distribution, re-verifies oil wells
The Federal Government is taking steps to promote a more equitable distribution of the 13% derivation fund and is undertaking a fresh verification of oil wells. The measures are aimed at improving the basis for allocating derivation revenues among oil-producing areas and confirming the wells used in the process.
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Other · PM News ·
Skaters Beware!: LASTMA warns against skating on public highways
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has warned skaters against using public highways, highlighting concerns related to road use and safety. The advisory urges those who skate to avoid highways, though the headline does not provide further details about the enforcement measures or specific incidents prompting the warning.
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Education · Daily Post ·Abiodun signs Education, Skills Trust Fund Bill into law
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has signed the Education, Skills Trust Fund Bill into law. The measure establishes a legal framework for the trust fund, which is expected to support education and skills development initiatives in the state. The headline does not provide further details about its provisions or implementation.
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Other · The Punch ·Anambra First Lady receives social impact leadership award
The First Lady of Anambra State has received an award recognising her leadership and contributions to social impact. The headline does not provide details about the awarding organisation, the specific initiatives acknowledged, or the event at which the honour was presented.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·20-year-old conspires with two others to rob mother, siblings — Police
Police allege that a 20-year-old collaborated with two other individuals to rob the person’s mother and siblings. The report concerns an alleged family-related robbery conspiracy and the police account of the case. Further details about the incident, suspects, location, items taken, and possible arrests are not provided in the headline.
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Other · Vanguard ·I survived 3 air crashes for 2027 — Gen. Ijioma
Gen. Ijioma reportedly says he survived three air crashes, linking the experience to 2027. The headline provides no further details about the incidents, their circumstances, or the speaker’s current condition.
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Other · The Punch ·
Ladoja urges prayers, low-key coronation anniversary
Former Oyo State governor Rashidi Ladoja has urged people to pray as he marks his coronation anniversary. The observance is expected to be conducted in a low-key manner, indicating a restrained celebration rather than a large public event.
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Sports · Channels TV ·
Awoniyi Replaces Osimhen in Super Eagles Squad For 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
Taiwo Awoniyi has replaced Victor Osimhen in Nigeria’s Super Eagles squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The change means Awoniyi will represent the national team in the upcoming qualifying matches, while Osimhen will not be part of the squad for those fixtures.
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Politics · Daily Post ·BREAKING: Presidency confirms Tinubu’s absence from UN General Assembly
The Presidency has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu will not attend the United Nations General Assembly. The confirmation addresses his expected absence from the international gathering, although the headline provides no further details about the reasons for his nonattendance or who may represent Nigeria at the event.
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Entertainment · PM News ·
Toyin Abraham recounts heartbreaking four-month pregnancy loss
Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham has spoken about the emotional loss of a pregnancy at four months. She recounted the experience as heartbreaking, drawing attention to the personal grief associated with pregnancy loss and offering insight into a difficult period in her life.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Uba Sani: Governing Within the Law
Leadership News reports on Uba Sani’s emphasis on governing within the law, highlighting the principle of lawful administration and adherence to legal requirements in public office.
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Sports · Daily Post ·Turkey: ‘Galatasaray is ordinary without Osimhen’ – Michael Lahoud
Michael Lahoud has said Turkish club Galatasaray is an ordinary team without Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen. His assessment highlights Osimhen’s perceived importance to the club, though the headline provides no further details about the circumstances or reasoning behind the former footballer’s remarks.
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Other · Daily Post ·Plateau: CAN demands security beef up after Koggul attack victims’ mass burial
The Christian Association of Nigeria has called for increased security in Plateau State following the mass burial of victims of an attack in Koggul. The organisation’s demand comes amid concerns about renewed violence and the protection of residents in the affected community.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
332 cases recorded as Diphtheria spreads to Gombe
Diphtheria has spread to Gombe, with 332 cases recorded, according to Daily Trust. The development indicates an ongoing public health concern in the state, although the headline does not provide details on fatalities, affected locations, response measures or the period covered by the reported figures.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Minister says Katsina will support Tinubu in 2027
A minister has stated that Katsina State will support President Bola Tinubu’s bid for another term in the 2027 election. The headline indicates a political position from the minister regarding the state’s expected backing, but provides no further details about the reasons, timing, or wider reactions to the declaration.
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Sports · The Punch ·
Awoniyi replaces injured Osimhen for 2027 AFCON qualifiers
Taiwo Awoniyi has been called up to replace Victor Osimhen, who is injured, in Nigeria’s squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. The change affects the Super Eagles’ preparations and selection for the upcoming qualifiers, with Awoniyi taking Osimhen’s place in the national team setup.
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Business · Leadership News ·
No Nigerian Airline Makes 2026 Global Top 10 In Africa
No Nigerian airline was included among the 10 highest-ranked airlines in Africa for 2026, according to a ranking reported by Leadership News. The headline highlights the absence of Nigerian carriers from the continent’s leading group, without identifying the airlines that made the list or explaining the ranking criteria.
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Politics · PM News ·
Sowore as best president Nigeria refuses to have
The headline portrays Omoyele Sowore as a potentially effective president whom Nigeria has repeatedly declined to elect, framing his political relevance around public choices and the country’s refusal to embrace his leadership.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Lagos-Calabar Highway: Ilaje, Itsekiri leaders reject Umahi’s rerouting
Ilaje and Itsekiri leaders have rejected a proposed rerouting of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway associated with Works Minister David Umahi. Their opposition indicates disagreement over the planned alignment and its implications for the affected communities, although the headline does not provide details on their specific concerns or the government’s response.
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