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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Tinubu’s wife honours 19-year-old Gombe Qur’anic prodigy with N20m
The wife of President Bola Tinubu has honoured a 19-year-old Qur’anic prodigy from Gombe State with a gift of N20 million, recognising the young person’s achievement in Qur’anic studies.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Plateau govt commends COAS over establishment of new Army units
The Plateau State Government has commended the Chief of Army Staff for establishing new Nigerian Army units in the state. The development indicates increased military presence and organisational expansion, although the headline does not specify the locations, number of units, or the reasons given for the commendation.
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Other · Daily Post ·Benue: Police present insurance cheques to families of deceased officers
The Benue State Police Command has presented insurance cheques to the families of police officers who died in service. The gesture is intended to provide financial support to the deceased officers’ dependants, though the headline does not specify the number of beneficiaries, the amounts involved or the circumstances of the officers’ deaths.
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Sports · Daily Post ·EPL: Why VAR allowed Halaand’s goal against Man Utd – Howard Webb
Howard Webb has explained why the Video Assistant Referee system allowed Erling Haaland’s goal during Manchester United’s English Premier League match. His comments address the officiating decision and the VAR process surrounding the goal, according to Daily Post.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Kano police complete security arrangements for Dawakin Kudu by-election
Kano State Police Command says it has finalised security arrangements for the Dawakin Kudu by-election. The preparations are intended to support a secure and orderly voting process, although the headline does not provide details on the specific measures, deployment numbers or the election date.
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Business · Daily Trust ·‘It’s not just Hormuz’, Dangote explains why petrol is expensive in Nigeria
Aliko Dangote says Nigeria’s high petrol prices are driven by more than disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. He points to broader factors affecting fuel costs, offering an explanation for why petrol remains expensive in the country.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
FG Expands Poverty Reduction Programme To Oyo, Enugu, Kebbi
The Federal Government has expanded its poverty reduction programme to Oyo, Enugu and Kebbi states. The move indicates that residents in the three states will be included in the programme’s implementation, broadening its coverage beyond areas previously reached.
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Sports · Vanguard ·James Rodriguez retires from Colombian national team
Colombian footballer James Rodriguez has announced his retirement from international football, ending his involvement with the Colombian national team. The headline does not provide further details about the timing, reasons for the decision or its impact on his future career.
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Politics · The Punch ·2027: Barau urges aggrieved APC aspirants to work for party’s victory
Deputy Senate President Barau has called on APC members who were dissatisfied with the party’s handling of the 2027 electoral process to set aside their grievances and support the party’s efforts to secure victory. His appeal is directed at aspirants who may feel aggrieved within the party.
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Education · Leadership News ·
2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream1 Orientation Course Commences September 30
The 2026 Batch C Stream 1 orientation course is scheduled to begin on September 30. The announcement concerns the commencement of the programme for participants in that batch and stream, although the headline does not provide further details about the venue, duration or activities.
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Politics · Daily Post ·NASIEC fixes date for councillorship bye-election in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC) has announced a date for a councillorship bye-election in the state. The election will fill a vacant council seat, although the headline does not specify the affected local government area, ward, date, or circumstances that created the vacancy.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Okonjo-Iweala decries low human devt index in Niger Delta
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has expressed concern over the low human development index in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region. Her remarks highlight development challenges affecting the area, though the headline does not provide further details about the specific indicators, causes or measures discussed.
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Politics · Premium Times ·2027: Nigerians react to bishops’ endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid
Nigerians have reacted to an endorsement by bishops of President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027. The responses reflect public discussion surrounding the religious leaders’ position and its potential significance in the country’s upcoming political contest.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Stop targeting opposition, Kwankwasiyya tells Kano govt
The Kwankwasiyya movement has urged the Kano State Government to stop targeting opposition figures or groups. The headline indicates an ongoing political dispute in the state, but provides no further details about the alleged actions, the individuals affected, or the government’s response.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Suspected herders ambush DPO, kill two officers in Benue
Suspected herders reportedly ambushed a Divisional Police Officer and killed two police officers in Benue State. The incident involves an attack on law enforcement personnel, although the headline does not provide details on the location, circumstances, motive, or whether arrests have been made.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Osun youth group urge residents to forgive Fadahunsi over inciting comments
An Osun youth group has appealed to residents to forgive Fadahunsi following comments it described as inciting. The group’s call seeks to ease tensions surrounding the remarks and encourage residents to move beyond the controversy, although the headline does not provide further details about the comments or response.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Why I’m Not Bothered About Having A Male Heir – Dangote
Aliko Dangote says he is not concerned about whether he has a male heir, indicating that the gender of a future successor or heir is not a personal priority. The headline does not provide further details about his family circumstances, succession plans, or the context of the remarks.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Oyo 2027: I Have No Anointed Candidate, Oba Ladoja Declares
Oba Ladoja has stated that he does not have an anointed candidate for the 2027 Oyo State governorship election. The declaration indicates that he has not publicly endorsed or designated a preferred contender, while leaving his position on possible candidates or future political alignments unspecified.
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Politics · PM News ·
Stakeholders back Lagos Assembly on anti-street begging law
Stakeholders have expressed support for the Lagos State House of Assembly’s proposed or existing anti-street begging law. The development indicates backing from relevant groups for legislative efforts to address street begging in Lagos, although the headline does not specify the stakeholders involved or provide details about the law’s provisions.
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Other · Nairametrics ·
NDLEA arrests Mexican drug kingpin linked to Ebonyi meth lab
Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Mexican national described as a drug kingpin in connection with a methamphetamine laboratory reportedly linked to Ebonyi State. The headline indicates an international drug-trafficking investigation involving the suspected operation, but provides no further details about the arrest or alleged network.
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