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SPF Calls for Nominations for the Wole Oguntokun Legacy Award
Street Project Foundation (SPF) has called for nominations for The Wole Oguntokun Legacy Award, which celebrates young Nigerians using theatre, storytelling and the arts to inspire change, preserve culture and champion
Paul Pogba’s contract to be terminated – Monaco
Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will be released by Monaco after a series of injuries, the French club said on Wednesday. Pogba, 33, won the World Cup
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Nigerian newspapers review: [As 2027 campaigns begin] High hurdles before candidates, parties
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the high hurdles facing candidates and political parties as campaigns for the 2027 general elections officially kick
Niger CAN Sues for Restraints over Communal Clashes
Laleye Dipo in Minna Following frequent clashes among the Bargarawas, Fulanis and Kambari tribes in the Borgu and Agwara Local Government Areas of Niger State, the Chairman of the Christian Association
Abuja Flooding: Wike Orders Immediate Demolition of Structures on Waterways
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of all structures constructed on waterways and flood channels across the FCT, saying exceptions
Gunmen Kill 24 in Fresh Night Attack on Plateau Community
Yemi Kosoko in Jos At least 24 people have been confirmed dead and several others injured after gunmen invaded Binper community in Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau
As Campaign for Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential Poll Begins Today…
Ahead of the 2027 general election, political campaigns, rallies and grassroots mobilization for votes, support and endorsement begins today for presidential candidates as the Independent National Electoral Commission declares open
Iran’s armed forces warn Gulf countries against assisting US military
Iran’s armed forces on Wednesday warned Gulf countries against assisting the US military, saying it would be tantamount to joining American military operations. “We wish to warn that any assistance
Court nullifies PENGASSAN Chevron election, orders fresh poll
By Jimoh Babatunde The National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Lagos Division, has nullified the September 16, 2025 election conducted by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria
Minister’s aide tackles Deji, says Abuja flooding predates Wike
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed criticism of the FCT Administration following
