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Politics · Daily Post ·Only six out of 19 Northern govs supported Tinubu in 2023 – Shettima makes revelation
Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that only six of the 19 northern governors supported Bola Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election. The disclosure highlights the regional political backing for Tinubu at the time, without identifying the governors or providing further details in the headline.
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World · Leadership News ·South African President Withdraws From Public Engagements Over Ill Health
South Africa’s president has withdrawn from scheduled public engagements because of ill health. The development affects the president’s immediate public activities, but the headline does not provide details about the nature of the illness, the duration of the withdrawal, or arrangements for official duties during the period.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·Nigeria’s 52,000km fibre gap drives sovereign bond plan
Nigeria’s 52,000-kilometre shortfall in fibre-optic infrastructure is driving plans to issue a sovereign bond, according to BusinessDay. The proposed financing is intended to address the country’s connectivity deficit, with the headline highlighting the infrastructure gap as the key reason for considering bond funding.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Electoral Act: Supreme Court reserves judgment in INEC, SDP, Youth Party appeals
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on appeals involving the Independent National Electoral Commission, the Social Democratic Party and the Youth Party concerning the Electoral Act. The decision date was not stated in the headline, leaving the parties awaiting the court’s ruling on the matter.
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World · The Punch ·South Africa’s president withdraws from official duties over health issues
South Africa’s president has temporarily withdrawn from official duties because of health-related concerns. The development means the president will not carry out scheduled government responsibilities during the period affected, although the headline does not provide details about the medical condition, expected duration of the absence or arrangements for official duties.
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Business · Daily Trust ·
Sanusi: I was wrong to delay telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial services
Sanusi acknowledged that delaying the participation of telecommunications companies in Nigeria’s financial services sector was a mistake. His remarks indicate a reassessment of the policy’s impact and recognise the potential role telcos could have played in expanding or strengthening financial services in the country.
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Education · Leadership News ·
BREAKING: No Going Back On Concession — Education Minister
Nigeria’s education minister has reaffirmed that the government will proceed with its planned concession, indicating that the policy will not be reversed. The headline does not specify the institution, programme, terms, timeline or reasons for the decision, but signals continued commitment to the concession despite possible opposition or concerns.
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World · Vanguard ·South Africa’s Ramaphosa withdraws from duties over ill health
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from official duties because of ill health, according to Vanguard. The headline does not provide details about his condition, the duration of his absence, or arrangements for handling presidential responsibilities during his recovery.
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Entertainment · Premium Times ·Kizz Daniel drops first single of 2026
Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel has released his first single of 2026, marking his return to new music for the year. The headline identifies the release but does not provide details about the song’s title, sound, collaborators, or plans for a wider project.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: Utomi-led commission to meet opposition presidential candidates over coalition
An Utomi-led commission is expected to hold discussions with opposition presidential candidates ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. The meetings will focus on a proposed coalition, although the headline does not specify the participating candidates, the commission’s membership, or the precise structure and objectives of the planned alliance.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Kanu: Lawyer Raises Concerns Over Appeal
A lawyer has raised concerns regarding the appeal in the case involving Nnamdi Kanu. The headline indicates that the legal representative questioned or highlighted issues surrounding the appeal, but provides no further details about the specific concerns, arguments, court proceedings or next steps.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·UCH Strike: NUAHP members paralyse sections of hospital
Members of the National Association of University Health Professionals (NUAHP) have reportedly disrupted operations in parts of the University College Hospital (UCH) during an ongoing strike. The industrial action has paralysed some hospital sections, potentially affecting services, though the headline does not specify the demands, duration, or extent of the disruption.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Amupitan on official assignment outside Abuja – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission says Amupitan is currently away from Abuja on an official assignment. The statement indicates that his absence from the Federal Capital Territory is work-related, but the headline does not provide further details about the assignment or its duration.
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Business · BusinessDay ·NLC demands emergency measures as petrol hits N1,430
The Nigeria Labour Congress is calling for emergency measures after petrol prices rose to N1,430, intensifying concerns over the economic impact of the increase. The demand highlights pressure on authorities to respond to the latest fuel price surge and its potential effects on households and businesses.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Shettima: Only 6 Of 19 Northern Governors Supported Tinubu
Vice President Kashim Shettima said only six of the 19 northern governors supported Bola Tinubu during the political process referenced in the Daily Trust report. The statement highlights limited backing for Tinubu among northern state governors at the time, without specifying the identities of those who supported or opposed him.
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Business · Leadership News ·Energy Crisis: Firm Invests $5m To Overhaul Nigeria’s Power Infrastructure
A firm is investing $5 million to overhaul Nigeria’s power infrastructure amid the country’s energy crisis. The investment is expected to support improvements to existing electricity infrastructure, although the headline does not specify the company involved, the projects targeted, the timeline, or how the overhaul will affect power supply.
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Health · Channels TV ·
Taraba Records First Confirmed Diphtheria Case, Patient Dies
Taraba State has recorded its first confirmed case of diphtheria, with the patient subsequently dying from the illness. The development marks the state’s first reported confirmation of the infectious disease, though the headline provides no further details about the patient, response measures, or possible additional cases.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: INEC records 137,487 PWDs in database, pushes for inclusive polls
Ahead of the 2027 elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says its database contains 137,487 persons with disabilities (PWDs). The commission is also promoting measures aimed at making the electoral process more inclusive and improving participation by voters with disabilities.
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Sports · Complete Sports ·
Netball WCQ 2027: Nigeria Travelling To Nairobi To Compete, Not Participate –Aluko
Nigeria’s netball team is set to travel to Nairobi for the 2027 Netball World Cup qualifiers, with Aluko stressing that the team’s objective is to compete seriously rather than merely take part in the tournament.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Labour demands wage awards, Naira crude sales as petrol price rises
Labour is calling for wage awards and the sale of Nigeria’s crude oil in naira as rising petrol prices increase pressure on workers and households. The demands link immediate income support with changes to how crude transactions are conducted, amid concerns over the impact of higher fuel costs.
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