The Emir of Kano, Khalifa Dr Muhammadu Sanusi II, has received special admission to study Law at Northwest University, Kano. This news was confirmed by former presidential media aide Bashir Ahmad, who noted that this initiative should inspire others. “The The post Emir Sanusi II admitted to study Law at Kano University appeared first on The Guardian Nig...
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Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has declared that there is no need for another Civil War in Nigeria, noting that the conflict ended 56 years ago. He also dismissed allegations of marginalization of Igbos in the Armed Forces, attributing the low representation to the refusal of many Igbos to enlist. Speaking at the 2026... The post No Need For Ano...
Read Full Story →One person was hospitalised on Wednesday night following a fire outbreak involving a truck conveying raw materials in Kishi town, Oke Ogun area of Oyo State. The post One hospitalised as truck carrying raw materials catches fire in Oyo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ....
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The Kebbi State Government has reiterated its commitment to the welfare of serving and retired members of the Armed Forces, as well as families of fallen soldiers. Governor Nasir Idris stated this on Thursday during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Haliru Abdu Stadium in Birnin Kebbi. As part of the […] Armed Forces Remembrance Da...
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The lawmakers’ failure to resume raises doubt over the impeachment move against Mr Fubara. The post Rivers lawmakers fail to reconvene week after impeachment notice on Fubara appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Some natives of Ogoniland in Rivers State have lamented that their fish and periwinkles are still being laced with oil despite the ongoing clean-up by the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project. The indigenes from Gbee, K-Dere and Nweemuu communities, stated this at a multi-stakeholder dialogue with the theme, ‘Restoring Rivers, Reviving Livelihoods, Rene...
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Oyo State Fire Services Agency rescues a man alive from a burning truck at Kara on the Kishi/Kaima Road, preventing further spread and property damage. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-service-rescues-man-from-burning-truck-in-oyo/...
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Anambra Governor Soludo urges Ndigbo to move past the Nigerian Civil War and redirect their energy towards national participation and development. Read More: https://punchng.com/move-beyond-civil-war-of-56-years-ago-soludo-urges-ndigbo/...
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Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Dr Peter Odey has noted that the ongoing e-registration will significantly sanitise membership of the national ruling party. He stated this Thursday, in his office when he revalidated his membership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the party and its progressive ideals. He […...
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Police spokesperson in Gombe, Buhari Abdullahi, said in a statement that the incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Tuesday, when a group of armed men attempted to invade the community The post Police foil bandit raid in Gombe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to continue partnering with the Federal Government to support the Nigerian Armed Forces, fallen heroes, and their families. Speaking on Thursday during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day and Wreath-Laying Ceremony at Okpara Square, Enugu, Mbah described January 15 as a...
Read Full Story →The fresh political crisis rocking Rivers state has recorded its first court case following the decision of some stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to challenge the nomination of The post Rivers crisis: PDP stakeholders drag party chair, RSIEC to court over LG candidates’ nominations appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....
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Frederick Forsyth’s account of the Nigerian Civil War, mainly from the Biafran lens, is perhaps one of the most riveting you would find. Yet, it is remarkably deficient in its one-sidedness, for which the author made no pretences or apologies. As Nigeria marks the 60th anniversary of the beginning of events that changed the country […] The post A British...
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The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has urged residents of the state to take actions that will promote peace, unity and protect the sovereignty of the Nigerian state. Otti, who gave the charge on Thursday during the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day in Umuahia, the state capital, advised residents to be mindful of Read More: https://punchng....
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Super Eagles defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel has slammed Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea, after Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final defeat to Morocco on Wednesday. Osayi-Samuel expressed his dissatisfaction with Laryea’s officiating, describing it as appalling and filled with questionable decisions. The match ended 4-2 on penalties after a scoreless draw. Speaking to re...
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Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has fulfilled his pledged $500,000 reward to Nigeria’s Super Eagles despite the team’s defeat, praising their courage, commitment, and the pride they brought to the nation. In a goodwill message to the players, Rabiu commended the team’s fighting spirit and determination on the pitch, noting that while the... The p...
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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, vows to enhance state security, promising support for families of fallen heroes and ensuring all areas are safe. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-pledges-to-strengthen-oyos-security/...
Read Full Story →Linus Aleke in Abuja The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama, has called for deeper collaboration between the commission and the Nigeria Police Force to...
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The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule on Thursday, failed to resume plenary, one week after adjourning its last sitting. DAILY POST reports that the House, during its first sitting in 2026, held last Thursday, initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, over alleged gross...
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Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has assured security agencies of his administration’s unwavering support and pledged close collaboration with the Federal Government, the Armed Forces, and other security stakeholders to strengthen security operations across the state. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Nakwada, the gove...
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