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Other · Daily Trust ·Benue suspends Muslim pilgrims welfare board Chair, Secretary
The Benue State government has suspended the chairperson and secretary of its Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. The headline does not state the reasons for the action, how long the suspension will last, or whether replacements have been appointed.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Alleged Rights Violation: AGF asks court to dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn suit
The Attorney-General of the Federation has asked the court to dismiss former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s N1 billion lawsuit, which alleges violations of his rights. The request places the dispute before the court for determination, with the government’s legal position opposing the former governor’s claim.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Bitget Wallet lets users trade 1,700+ tokenised US stocks
Bitget Wallet has introduced a trading feature that allows users to access more than 1,700 tokenised US stocks. The offering expands the wallet’s range of tradable digital assets by representing shares through blockchain-based tokens, although the headline does not provide further details on availability, terms or the companies covered.
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Entertainment · Nigerian Tribune ·Why Funke Akindele was not at my movie premiere – Kamo State
Kamo State addressed the reason Funke Akindele did not attend his movie premiere. The report focuses on his explanation for the actress’s absence from the entertainment event.
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Sports · Complete Sports ·
Agüero Backs Ronaldo To Reach Historic 1,000-Goal Milestone
Former Argentina striker Sergio Agüero has backed Cristiano Ronaldo to achieve the historic milestone of scoring 1,000 career goals. The endorsement highlights expectations surrounding Ronaldo’s continued goal-scoring record and the possibility that he could reach the landmark in professional football.
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Business · BusinessDay ·NGX-ASI crosses 250,000 points as equities hit fresh all-time high
Nigeria’s equities market reached a fresh all-time high as the NGX All-Share Index crossed the 250,000-point threshold. The milestone indicates continued gains across the market, although the headline does not provide details on the specific stocks, trading volume, or factors behind the rise.
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Sports · Daily Post ·LaLiga: He’s humble – Diego Godin names Real Madrid player he’d sign for Atletico
Former Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin has identified a Real Madrid player he would sign for Atletico, describing the player as humble. His remarks concern a potential cross-city transfer choice within LaLiga, though the headline does not specify the player’s name or provide further details.
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Technology · Nairametrics ·
Fibre Cuts: Implications for Nigeria’s Digital Economy and National Security.
The report examines how fibre-optic cable cuts could affect Nigeria’s digital economy and national security. It focuses on the potential consequences for internet connectivity, digital services, communications, business operations and critical national systems, highlighting the broader importance of protecting telecommunications infrastructure and maintaining reliable connectivity.
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World · Daily Trust ·
Dubai declares 10 days mourning over death of UAE PM’s brother
Dubai has declared a 10-day period of mourning following the death of the brother of the United Arab Emirates prime minister. The announcement signals an official period of remembrance in the emirate, although the headline does not provide further details about the deceased, the cause of death or the specific mourning arrangements.
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Business · Nairametrics ·
FirstEase: how FirstBank is making big-ticket purchases and everyday bills easier
Nairametrics reports on FirstEase, a FirstBank offering designed to simplify financing or payment for major purchases and routine household bills. The piece examines how the service supports customers in managing significant expenses alongside everyday financial obligations, highlighting FirstBank’s approach to making payments more convenient.
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Other · ThisDay ·
Plateau Declares Dusk‑to‑Dawn Curfew in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu
Plateau State authorities have imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu local government areas. The measure restricts movement in the three areas during night-time hours, although the headline does not specify the curfew’s duration, start date or the circumstances prompting the decision.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: Gombe APC chieftains join PDP, back Pantami’s guber bid
Ahead of the 2027 elections, some chieftains of the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party and declared support for former Communications Minister Isa Ali Pantami’s anticipated bid for governor. The development signals shifting political alignments in the state as parties prepare for the upcoming contest.
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Politics · Premium Times ·New suit seeks ex-AGF Aondoakaa’s disqualification from contesting Benue governorship, cites Supreme Court verdict
A new lawsuit is seeking the disqualification of former Attorney-General of the Federation Michael Aondoakaa from contesting the Benue governorship election. The suit reportedly relies on a Supreme Court verdict, although the headline does not specify the legal grounds or the parties involved.
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Sports · PM News ·
AFCON 2027 qualifier: Madagascar land in Uyo ahead of Nigeria clash
Madagascar’s national football team has arrived in Uyo, Nigeria, ahead of its scheduled clash with the Super Eagles in an Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying fixture. The visit marks the visitors’ preparation for the encounter, with both teams set to compete for an important result in the qualifying campaign.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
2027: Fresh Crisis Rocks NDC Over Plateau Guber Substitution Primary
The NDC is facing a fresh internal crisis over the substitution primary conducted to determine its candidate for the Plateau State governorship election scheduled for 2027. The dispute centres on the party’s candidate replacement process and has created renewed tension within its Plateau chapter.
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Politics · Premium Times ·2027: APM names retired NNPC chief as Adamawa deputy governorship candidate
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has selected a retired chief of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) as its deputy governorship candidate for Adamawa State in the 2027 elections. The headline identifies the party’s choice and the position sought, but provides no further details about the candidate or the selection process.
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Politics · Channels TV ·FG Defends Tinubu’s UNGA Absence, Says Shettima Has Full Presidential Mandate
The Federal Government has defended President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the United Nations General Assembly, stating that Vice-President Kashim Shettima is attending with the full mandate to represent the President and act on behalf of the administration at the international gathering.
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Entertainment · BellaNaija ·Keivo Has Done It! BBNaija Season 11 Housemate Wins HoH and Books Finale Spot
Keivo, a housemate in Big Brother Naija Season 11, has won the Head of House challenge and secured a place in the show’s finale. The result marks a significant advancement in the competition, positioning Keivo among the contestants still in contention for the season’s ultimate prize.
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Sports · Notjustok ·
List of players out of the September 2026 international break
Notjustok reports on players who will be unavailable during the September 2026 international break. The report presents a list of affected footballers, although the headline does not specify their identities, teams, countries, reasons for absence or the competitions involved.
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Other · Vanguard ·FG threatens Lagos-Calabar highway shutdown over safety
The Federal Government has threatened to shut down the Lagos-Calabar highway because of safety concerns. The warning indicates that authorities may suspend use of the major route unless identified risks are addressed, though the headline does not specify the hazards, affected sections, or a possible timeline for the shutdown.
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