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Business · ThisDay ·EFInA: Financial Inclusion Hits 79%, Digital Finance Drives Access
EFInA reports that financial inclusion in Nigeria has reached 79%, indicating that more people now have access to formal financial services. The organisation identifies digital finance as a key driver of this progress, highlighting the growing role of digital channels in expanding access across the country.
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World · Channels TV ·
Gunmen Kill 11 In South African Township
Gunmen have killed 11 people in a township in South Africa, according to the report. The headline does not provide further details about the victims, the circumstances of the attack, the identities or motives of the assailants, or whether any arrests have been made.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: BTO Group targets 90% Ondo votes
The BTO Group has announced an ambitious plan to secure 90 percent of votes in Ondo State during Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The headline indicates the group is mobilising politically toward that target, but provides no further details about its strategy, candidates, affiliations or the basis for the projection.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Oyo govt, ASOHON advocate stronger family support, therapy for vulnerable children
The Oyo State Government and the Association of Home Support Organisations of Nigeria are calling for stronger family support systems and access to therapy for vulnerable children. The advocacy highlights the need for coordinated care and assistance to improve the wellbeing and development of children facing difficult circumstances.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Your N8.5bn Power Project Failed Abysmally, Makinde Told
A party or public representative has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over an N8.5 billion power project, alleging that it failed abysmally. The headline indicates a dispute over the project’s performance and likely its implementation or outcomes, but provides no further details about the project, critics, or response.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Students Commend E-DON, Call for Expansion to Universities, Polytechnics
Students have praised E-DON, indicating that the initiative has been useful or positively received among its beneficiaries. They are also urging authorities or organisers to extend the programme to universities and polytechnics, suggesting broader participation across Nigeria’s tertiary education institutions.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Effurun Brawl: Oborevwori gives Izeze 10 weeks
Following a reported brawl in Effurun, Oborevwori has given Izeze a 10-week period or directive. The headline does not specify the nature of the timeframe or the action involved.
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Sports · Daily Post ·2026 Ballon d’Or: 20 African countries to vote for winner [Full List]
Daily Post reports that representatives from 20 African countries will participate in voting to determine the winner of the 2026 Ballon d’Or, one of football’s major individual awards. The report presents the complete list of participating countries, without indicating the nominees, voting outcomes or eventual winner.
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Other · PM News ·
Customs concludes 2025 recruitment exercise
The Nigeria Customs Service has completed its 2025 recruitment exercise, marking the conclusion of the process for selecting new personnel. The headline does not provide details on the number of recruits, positions involved, selection criteria, or when successful applicants will be announced.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Delta NDC/APC Clash: Police, supporters differ over AK-47
A clash involving the NDC and APC in Delta State has led to conflicting accounts between the police and political supporters regarding an AK-47 rifle. The disagreement centres on differing claims about the weapon in connection with the incident.
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Politics · The Punch ·Morning recap: APC leaders weigh options as Wike-govs rift deepens, Dangote, marketers cut petrol prices, other top stories
The Punch’s morning roundup highlights growing disagreements between APC leaders and governors aligned with Nyesom Wike. It also reports that Dangote and petroleum marketers have reduced petrol prices, alongside other major developments covered in the day’s news.
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Other · Channels TV ·
Four Suspected Terrorists Arrested In Yobe
Four people suspected of involvement in terrorism have been arrested in Yobe State, according to Channels TV. The arrests represent a security operation targeting alleged terrorist suspects, but the headline does not provide details about their identities, the circumstances of the arrests, or any charges filed against them.
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World · Vanguard ·Trump threatens Iran with ‘hell’ but reveals fresh talks
US President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with severe consequences while indicating that new talks between Washington and Tehran may be underway. The headline highlights a combination of heightened rhetoric and a possible diplomatic opening, though it does not specify the issues under discussion, the participants, or the conditions attached to the negotiations.
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Business · Daily Post ·NNPC should face Nigerians over refinery questions – Lokpobiri
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil) Heineken Lokpobiri says the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited should respond directly to Nigerians regarding unresolved questions about the country’s refineries. His remarks indicate growing public interest in the company’s explanations and accountability over refinery-related matters.
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Business · Nairametrics ·
Flutterwave appoints former Access Holdings executive Morounke Olufemi as Global CFO
Flutterwave has appointed Morounke Olufemi, a former executive at Access Holdings, as its global chief financial officer. The appointment places Olufemi in charge of the fintech company’s worldwide finance function, although the headline does not provide further details about her responsibilities, start date or previous role at Access Holdings.
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Sports · The Punch ·
Rice, Palmer, Rashford among five England stars ruled out vs Spain
England will be without five players, including Declan Rice, Cole Palmer and Marcus Rashford, for their upcoming match against Spain. The headline does not specify the reasons for their absence or identify the other two unavailable players.
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Business · Daily Post ·Petrol price beyond Tinubu’s control – Lokpobiri
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Heineken Lokpobiri says the price of petrol is beyond President Bola Tinubu’s control. The statement indicates that petrol pricing is influenced by factors outside the president’s direct authority, though the headline provides no further details about those factors or the minister’s explanation.
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Sports · Daily Post ·LaLiga: Mourinho ready to drop Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid starting XI
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is reportedly considering leaving Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr out of the club’s starting lineup in an upcoming LaLiga match. The headline indicates a potential selection decision involving the attacker, but provides no further details about the reasons, timing or expected replacement.
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Other · Daily Post ·Plateau: BYM President escapes death as gunmen ambush Operation Rainbow, kill four
Gunmen reportedly ambushed Operation Rainbow in Plateau State, killing four people. The incident also involved the president of the Plateau State chapter of the Berom Youth Moulders, who escaped an apparent assassination attempt. Further details about the victims, circumstances and identities were not provided in the headline.
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Sports · Daily Post ·Lamine Yamal names two football icons he doesn’t want to be better than
Lamine Yamal has identified two football icons he does not wish to surpass, highlighting his personal perspective on greatness and the players he respects in the sport.
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