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Sports · BellaNaija ·Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi, Ezekiel Nathaniel & 3 Relay Squads Book Tickets for Beijing 2027
Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi and Ezekiel Nathaniel have qualified for the 2027 World Championships in Beijing. Three Nigerian relay squads have also secured places at the competition, marking a significant qualification milestone for the country’s athletics team.
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Politics · PM News ·Ajadi applauds Makinde’s APM rally, says 2027 race gathering steam
Ajadi has praised Governor Seyi Makinde’s rally for the African Peoples Movement, describing it as a sign that political activity ahead of the 2027 elections is intensifying. His comments indicate that preparations and mobilisation for the forthcoming race are gaining momentum, without providing further details about the rally or its participants.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Alia suspends Benue Muslim Pilgrims Board chairman, secretary
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has suspended the chairman and secretary of the state’s Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. The headline does not provide the reasons for the suspension, its duration, or details about any immediate replacements or administrative actions involving the board.
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Politics · The Punch ·How G-5 helped Obi defeat Atiku in Edo, C’River during 2023 election — Wike
Nyesom Wike said the G-5 governors’ political alignment helped Peter Obi defeat Atiku Abubakar in Edo and Cross River states during the 2023 presidential election. The claim highlights the group’s reported influence on voting outcomes in the two states, without providing further details about the specific actions or voting figures involved.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Dangote cuts petrol price by N25 as crude prices ease
Dangote has reduced the price of petrol by N25, linking the adjustment to easing crude oil prices. The move affects the cost of the product supplied by the company and may lower prices for consumers, although the headline does not specify the new pump price, implementation date or geographic scope.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Uba Sani Gives Basic Education A Boost, Enhances Human Capital
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has introduced measures aimed at strengthening basic education and improving human capital development. The initiative focuses on supporting foundational learning and building the skills and capacity needed to expand educational opportunities and improve outcomes for residents.
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Politics · Channels TV ·2027: Makinde Predicts APM Victory, Receives APC Defectors In Oyo
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has predicted victory for the African Peoples Movement in the 2027 elections, while receiving politicians who defected from the All Progressives Congress. The development signals ongoing political realignment in Oyo ahead of the polls, although the headline provides no further details about the defectors or the basis for the prediction.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Appeal court declares Magu’s prolonged acting tenure as EFCC chairman illegal
The Court of Appeal has ruled that the prolonged period in which Magu served as acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission was illegal, delivering a significant judicial decision on the leadership and administration of the anti-corruption agency.
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Politics · Daily Post ·White House defends Trump media ban as TV networks halt coverage
The White House has defended a media ban introduced by Donald Trump, while television networks have stopped covering events affected by the restriction. The development highlights an escalating dispute between the administration and broadcasters over media access and reporting during Trump’s presidency.
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Education · Leadership News ·
How To Change Your JAMB SIM Card or Email Address: Step-By-Step Guide For UTME Candidates
Leadership News provides a step-by-step guide for UTME candidates seeking to change the SIM card or email address linked to their JAMB records. The report focuses on the applicable process and likely requirements candidates should follow when updating their contact details.
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Other · The Punch ·
Police arrest suspected kidnapper, recover drone in Kano
Police in Kano have arrested a person suspected of involvement in kidnapping and recovered a drone during the operation. The arrest and discovery were reported by The Punch, but the headline does not provide further details about the suspect, the circumstances of the arrest, or the intended use of the drone.
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Sports · Daily Post ·2026 Ballon d’Or: There’s no one like him – Romero names player that should win
Footballer Romero has identified a player he believes should win the 2026 Ballon d’Or, describing the individual as unmatched. The report focuses on his selection and the continuing debate over football’s leading individual award.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Minister says MDAs owe over N100bn electricity debts
The minister said ministries, departments and agencies of the Nigerian government owe electricity providers more than N100 billion. The disclosure highlights the scale of unpaid public-sector power bills, though the headline does not specify the affected agencies, duration of the debts or measures being considered to recover the outstanding funds.
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Business · Daily Post ·Investors gain direct access to Wall Street equities via Bitget Wallet and Reality
Bitget Wallet and Reality are providing investors with direct access to Wall Street equities, marking a development at the intersection of digital-asset platforms and traditional financial markets. The headline indicates that users can gain exposure to listed U.S. shares through the two services, although it gives no further details about the arrangement.
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World · Leadership News ·
EU Dismisses Russia’s ‘So-Called’ Elections, Proposes Sanctions
The European Union has rejected Russia’s elections as illegitimate, describing them as so-called polls, and is proposing sanctions in response. The move signals continued disagreement between the EU and Russia over the conduct and credibility of the elections, though the headline does not specify the measures or affected individuals and entities.
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Sports · Leadership News ·
Flamingos Maintain Perfect WAFU-B U17 Run With 2-0 Win Over Burkina Faso
Nigeria’s Flamingos continued their unbeaten and perfect run in the WAFU-B U17 competition with a 2-0 victory over Burkina Faso. The result confirms another successful outing for the Nigerian women’s youth team, although the headline does not provide details about the scorers, match venue, or implications for the tournament standings.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Lagos, Abuja-Kaduna, Enugu-Onitsha Business Corridor Tops Power Sector Audit Exercise Consideration
Nigeria’s power sector audit exercise is considering the Lagos, Abuja-Kaduna and Enugu-Onitsha business corridors as priority areas. The headline indicates that these economically significant routes are among the leading options for assessment, although it does not provide details on the audit’s scope, timing, objectives or participating institutions.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Oyo: Police arrest suspect over alleged plot to kidnap 50-year-old man
Police in Oyo State have arrested a suspect over an alleged plan to kidnap a 50-year-old man. The arrest relates to an alleged abduction plot, although the headline does not provide details about the suspect’s identity, the intended victim, the circumstances of the arrest or any charges filed.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Why I’ll never support Uzodimma to become Senate President – Wike
Nyesom Wike has stated that he will not support Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma’s bid to become Nigeria’s Senate President. The headline does not disclose the reasons for Wike’s position or provide further details about the political circumstances surrounding the disagreement.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Police arrest 251 terrorists, 343 others, rescue 1,066 kidnap victims in seven months
Police authorities reported arresting 251 suspected terrorists and 343 other suspects over a seven-month period, while rescuing 1,066 people held by kidnappers. The figures indicate the scale of security operations during the period, but the headline does not provide details on locations, identities, charges or the circumstances of the rescues.
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