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Bangladesh Cricketers stage T20 league boycott

Bangladesh Cricketers stage T20 league boycott

Naija News • 6h ago

Bangladesh’s cricketers have begun a boycott of all forms of cricket in response to comments made by a national cricket board director, which have led [...]...

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Dele Momodu joins ADC, pledges collaboration to rescue Nigeria

Dele Momodu joins ADC, pledges collaboration to rescue Nigeria

Naija News • 6h ago

Momodu said his decision to join the ADC was not driven by personal political ambition but by a desire to contribute to national renewal. The post Dele Momodu joins ADC, pledges collaboration to rescue Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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Abiodun reiterates support for families of fallen heroes

Abiodun reiterates support for families of fallen heroes

Naija News • 6h ago

Ogun State Governor, has reiterated his administration's commitment to improving the welfare of families of deceased soldiers. The post Abiodun reiterates support for families of fallen heroes appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ....

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Alaafin absent as Olubadan emerges chairman of Oyo council of Obas

Alaafin absent as Olubadan emerges chairman of Oyo council of Obas

Naija News • 6h ago

The inauguration followed the passage of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs (Further Amendments) Bill, 2025, by the State House of Assembly. The post Alaafin absent as Olubadan emerges chairman of Oyo council of Obas appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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Robertson keen to stay but ‘wants to play football’

Robertson keen to stay but ‘wants to play football’

Naija News • 6h ago

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson would like to remain at Liverpool beyond this summer when his contract expires – but says he’s “a player who wants to play”. Robertson, [...]...

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Okpebholo Hosts Freed AAU Students, Reaffirms Commitment To Rebuild University

Okpebholo Hosts Freed AAU Students, Reaffirms Commitment To Rebuild University

Naija News • 6h ago

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday received students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were recently released following their arrest over the Ekpoma protest. The governor assured the students that his administration remains committed to dialogue, reform, and the comprehensive revival of the university. The engagement took p...

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VAT applies only to bank service charges, not transfers — NRS

VAT applies only to bank service charges, not transfers — NRS

Naija News • 6h ago

Nigeria’s NRS confirms the 7.5% VAT applies only to bank service fees, not the actual amount transferred. Get accurate details on banking taxes. Read More: https://punchng.com/vat-applies-only-to-bank-service-charges-not-transfers-nrs/...

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US completes first sale of Venezuelan oil

US completes first sale of Venezuelan oil

Naija News • 6h ago

The U.S. has completed its first Venezuelan oil sale, part of a $2 billion deal following the capture of President Maduro. Proceeds are held in US accounts Read More: https://punchng.com/us-completes-first-sale-of-venezuelan-oil/...

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Zamfara govt completes JB Yakubu Secretariat renovation, to reopen it February

Zamfara govt completes JB Yakubu Secretariat renovation, to reopen it February

Naija News • 6h ago

The 30-year-old JB Yakubu Secretariat complex had languished without any major renovations, despite hosting many Ministries, Departments and Agencies until recently. The post Zamfara govt completes JB Yakubu Secretariat renovation, to reopen it February appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....

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His legacy speaks for itself – SDP pays tribute to late Nigerian senator, Akwashiki

His legacy speaks for itself – SDP pays tribute to late Nigerian senator, Akwashiki

Naija News • 6h ago

Nigeria’s opposition party, Social Democratic Party, SDP, has paid tributes to the late Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who died on December 31, 2025, at an Indian hospital, aged 52. The tribute was delivered on Thursday during an evening of remembrance organized by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, where Akwashiki ...

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Infantino has become ‘more of an autocrat,’ says Platini

Infantino has become ‘more of an autocrat,’ says Platini

Naija News • 6h ago

Infantino was Platini's deputy from 2009 and 2015 when the Frenchman headed European football's governing body. The post Infantino has become ‘more of an autocrat,’ says Platini appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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Why Omije Ojumi wasn’t flown abroad for treatment – Alayo Melody

Why Omije Ojumi wasn’t flown abroad for treatment – Alayo Melody

Naija News • 6h ago

Gospel singer Alayo Melody has opened up about the circumstances surrounding the death of popular singer Bunmi Akinnanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi. In a video on Instagram, Melody said The post Why Omije Ojumi wasn’t flown abroad for treatment – Alayo Melody appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

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Nigerian govt inaugurates committee to improve power supply in health facilities

Nigerian govt inaugurates committee to improve power supply in health facilities

Naija News • 6h ago

The initiative targets at least 30 per cent renewable-powered healthcare delivery by the end of 2027. The post Nigerian govt inaugurates committee to improve power supply in health facilities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....

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Bassey, Nwabali selected for 2025 AFCON semis Best XI

Bassey, Nwabali selected for 2025 AFCON semis Best XI

Naija News • 6h ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and defender Calvin Bassey made the Best XI of the semifinals of the 2025 AFCON despite the penalty shootout loss [...]...

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Resident doctors joined strike due to its nationwide nature — Alia

Resident doctors joined strike due to its nationwide nature — Alia

Naija News • 6h ago

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr Hyacinth Alia, has said resident doctors in the state joined the ongoing strike because of its nationwide nature, noting that the disruption of medical services poses grave risks to families and communities. He stated this while speaking with newsmen after an interdenominational church service held to mark the 2026 Armed […] R...

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AFCON 2025: Don’t be discouraged, Tanimu tells Super Eagles

AFCON 2025: Don’t be discouraged, Tanimu tells Super Eagles

Naija News • 7h ago

Super Eagles defender, Benjamin Tanimu has charged the squad prosecuting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco not to be discouraged by their  semifinal [...]...

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AFCON 2025: NFF, BUA Group Rabiu praise Super Eagles’ efforts, urge team to go for bronze

AFCON 2025: NFF, BUA Group Rabiu praise Super Eagles’ efforts, urge team to go for bronze

Naija News • 7h ago

The Nigeria Football Federation has applauded the run of the Super Eagles to the semi finals of the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals [...]...

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US pledges continued support to Nigeria’s security efforts

US pledges continued support to Nigeria’s security efforts

Naija News • 7h ago

The United States (U.S.) government has reaffirmed  commitment to strengthening ties with Nigeria to support the country in its fight against terrorism and banditry. It said that it is also The post US pledges continued support to Nigeria’s security efforts appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

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NFF to decide my Super Eagles future — Chelle

NFF to decide my Super Eagles future — Chelle

Naija News • 7h ago

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has expressed his desire to continue leading the team but insisted that it is for the Nigeria Football Federation, [...]...

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Four weeks, thousands of stories: How PalmPay’s Purple December took over Nigeria’s festive timeline

Four weeks, thousands of stories: How PalmPay’s Purple December took over Nigeria’s festive timeline

Naija News • 7h ago

If you were online in December, you did not have to look for it. It found you. A familiar shade of purple appeared again and again, in comment sections, on timelines, in short videos shared with excitement. PalmPay’s Purple December 2025 did not announce itself loudly. It simply arrived, slipped neatly into the festive mood, […] Four weeks, thousands of st...

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