21 m. ago Osun 2026: Adeleke confident of victory after Accord ticket win

Governor Ademola Adeleke has secured the Accord Party ticket for the Osun 2026 election after defecting from the PDP, expressing confidence in his victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-adeleke-confident-of-victory-after-accord-ticket-win/

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21 m. ago VIDEO: Dancing, praising God doesn’t affect my work, Adeleke dismisses criticism

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke responds to critics, stating his hobby of dancing and praising God does not affect his official duties or governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-dancing-praising-god-doesnt-affect-my-work-adeleke-dismisses-criticism/

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76 m. ago Renewed Hope: Arewa youths hail Tinubu’s wife over interventions in North

This was contained in a statement signed by the National President, Arewa Youth Forum, Ahmed Mohammed Zagi, made available to newsmen in Kaduna on Wednesday.

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81 m. ago Bauchi gov dismisses reports of defection to PRP as mischievous

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed’s office has refuted claims of his defection from the PDP to the PRP, calling the reports mischievous and baseless. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-gov-dismisses-reports-of-defection-to-prp-as-mischievous/

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97 m. ago Gaise Baba Leads Popular Secular Artists On Nigeria’s 2025 YouTube Music Chart

American social media and online video sharing platform, YouTube, has released its 2025 Nigeria Rankings, unveiling the platforms, creators and music videos that defined Nigerian viewership this year. The streaming platform named gospel singer Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as “Gaise Baba” and Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli as its standout artistes of 2025. This was contained […]

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2 h. ago BPP, SON sign MoU to enforce Nigerian standards in govt procurement

The BPP and SON signed an MoU to enforce Nigerian standards in procurement, strengthening the Nigeria First policy and ensuring quality in government proje Read More: https://punchng.com/bpp-son-sign-mou-to-enforce-nigerian-standards-in-govt-procurement/

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2 h. ago Defence Minister tasks newly promoted generals on new strategies against insecurity

"These challenges are Nigerian, and we must confront them together with unity of purpose. Nigerians are watching...

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2 h. ago Bauchi Gov’t Denies Governor Bala Mohammed’s Alleged Defection From PDP

The Bauchi State Government has dismissed claims suggesting that Governor Bala Mohammed was planning to quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, described the allegation as completely baseless, stressing that Governor Mohammed has never […]

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3 h. ago Kano Lawyers Group Petitions Tinubu Over Parallel Hisbah Recruitment By Ganduje

The National Forum of Kano Indigene Lawyers has petitioned President Bola Tinubu and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, over the recruitment of what it described as a ‘parallel Hisbah police’ in Kano State, warning that the move could threaten peace and security in the state. In the petition signed by the group’s […]

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3 h. ago Nigerian Cornell Scholar Champions Women’s Central Role In Nation

A Nigerian doctoral researcher at Cornell University, Omobolanle Joseph Akinniyi, has called for a reshaping of national and global understanding of women’s contributions to nation-building through groundbreaking academic work that connects historical insight to contemporary political relevance. Akinniyi, a PhD candidate in African History, made the call in a chat with journalists on Tuesday. He […]

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3 h. ago NOA, NBC set up committee to localise 70% of cartoon content

The NOA and NBC have formed a committee to ensure 70% of Nigerian cartoon content reflects national values, aiming to shape children’s attitudes positively Read More: https://punchng.com/noa-nbc-set-up-committee-to-localise-70-of-cartoon-content/

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4 h. ago Election: Osun People Are Wiser, They’ll Vote For Me — Gov Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking a second term in officer, said the election would not be about the political parties, but the candidates. The post Election: Osun People Are Wiser, They’ll Vote For Me — Gov Adeleke appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Election: Osun People Are Wiser, They’ll Support Me — Gov Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking a second term in office, said the election would not be about the political parties, but the candidates. The post Election: Osun People Are Wiser, They’ll Support Me — Gov Adeleke appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Why I Finally Entered Nollywood — Papaya Ex Speaks On ‘The Night Market’ Debut

Popular Nigerian media personality and influencer, Papaya Ex, has officially taken a bold step into Nollywood with the premiere of her debut film, ‘The Night Market’. The movie features an impressive lineup of stars, including Tony Umeh, Tina Mba, Chidi Dike, Sydney Talker, Sexy Steel, Chichi (BBN), MC Lively, Pinki Debbie, James Brown, Hermes, Akeem […]

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4 h. ago Nigerian woman told me how she was forced to watch killing of her husband, five children — US lawmaker

“They told harrowing stories that will remain with me for the rest of my life. 

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4 h. ago Stella Oduah arraigned in Abuja over alleged N2.4bn aviation fraud, granted bail on self

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned former aviation minister Stella Oduah before an Abuja high court on read more Stella Oduah arraigned in Abuja over alleged N2.4bn aviation fraud, granted bail on self-recognition

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5 h. ago Tinubu Meets Osun APC Governorship Aspirants, Harps On Party Unity

Tinubu urged them to close ranks and support the consensus candidate the party will present for the governorship election in the state. The post Tinubu Meets Osun APC Governorship Aspirants, Harps On Party Unity appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Defence Minister Hails Military’s Rapid Response To Benin Coup Attempt

General Musa said the professional response of the Nigerian Armed Forces played a key role in thwarting the plot. The post Defence Minister Hails Military’s Rapid Response To Benin Coup Attempt appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago COAS Shaibu Commissions Development Projects At Lagbaja Cantonment In Lagos

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, commissioned a series of key projects at the Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos State, aimed at enhancing the welfare of personnel and operational readiness of the Nigerian Army. The commissioned projects included a refurbished basketball court sponsored by First Bank, […]

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6 h. ago Tinubu Meets Osun APC Governorship Aspirants, Seeks Consensus, Party Unity

President Bola Tinubu, on Monday night, met with leaders and governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Osun State, urging them to embrace unity and support a consensus arrangement ahead of the party’s December 13 primary election. The meeting, held at the State House, Abuja, was attended by aspirants – Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, […]

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