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Apr 19

The founder of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Boniface Aniebonam, says the move by the former governor of Kano State ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/687484-nnpp-founder-accuses-kwankwaso-of-betrayal.html

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Apr 21

Presidency set to roll out CNG Initiative: The initiative is to deliver cheaper, safer and more climate-friendly energy to Nigerians.

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Data: Buhari, Tinubu Took Nigeria’s Economy 18 Steps Backward in 9 Years: While Buhari was president, the Nigerian economy slipped twice into recession ...

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Apr 22

TRENDING: Confusion as Adeleke’s wives feature in separate fliers welcoming Remi Tinubu to Osun

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Apr 22

Terrorism is alien to Africa, an imported evil — Tinubu: President Tinubu said terrorism cannot co-exist with democracy and development.

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“All these actions by the Fulani are to us Yoruba, a sufficient reason for our seeking to separate our Yoruba nation from Nigeria ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/688358-yoruba-nation-akintoye-igboho-write-tinubu-seek-exit-from-nigeria.html

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Apr 19

Tinubu’s reforms yielding results. The society would have become used to a certain standard of service delivery at the end of the Tinubu administration that ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/687374-tinubus-reforms-yielding-results-minister.html

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Apr 21

Chess Marathon Record: Abiru hails Ikorodu-born Onakoya’s feat: Mr Onakoya broke the world record for the longest chess marathon after playing unbeaten for about ...

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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Record in New York

Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya has surpassed the previous record for the longest chess marathon by playing an impressive 60 hours nonstop.

Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for a charity supporting education for children across Africa.

He competed against US chess champion Shawn Martinez and received support from celebrities like Davido and Adekunle Gold.

The match garnered significant attention in Nigeria and was broadcast in multiple locations, including Lagos, with watch parties and digital billboards.

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Apr 18

‘’I am irrevocably committed to the unity of Nigeria and constitutional democracy. Constitutional democracy is reflected greatly here since we assumed office ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/686959-those-threatening-nigerias-sovereignty-will-pay-heavy-price-tinubu.html

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Apr 15

"It is pertinent to state that every appointee of President Tinubu including Dr. Baba-Ahmed owe the government a copious duty to promote ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/686182-defend-tinubu-administration-or-quit-matawalle-tells-northern-appointees.html

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Apr 22

Tinubu leaves for Netherlands, Saudi Arabia on official visits Tuesday: President Tinubu, while in the Netherlands, will engage in high-level discussions with ...

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I’m not desperate to become next president, says Obi: The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, on Wednesday denied being ...

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Apr 19

Tinubu a proactive president -- Nuhu Ribadu Mr Ribadu assured Nigerians that the Tinubu-led administration’s holistic framework addresses both insecurity and ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/nwest/687254-tinubu-a-proactive-president-nuhu-ribadu.html

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Apr 19

Meanwhile, the costs for perpetrators must be raised: They will receive not a dime, and instead security services’ counter action,” the president said ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687371-again-tinubu-vows-not-to-pay-ransom-to-kidnappers.html

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Obi Cubana, Folashade Tinubu… Popular Nigerians Who Went Scot-Free After Abusing Naira

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Apr 18

Nigerian govt wants NOUN graduates to participate in NYSC: Mr Tinubu disclosed that he has also directed the ministry to formulate the necessary modalities to ...

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Check judges’ misuse of exparte order, Akpabio tells NJC: The Senate President of Nigeria, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has urged the National Judicial Council to ...

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Apr 17

Tinubu lauds Dangote’s diesel price cut, foresees economic relief: President Bola Tinubu applauded Dangote Oil and Gas Limited for reducing the gantry price of ...

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Nigeria’s rate of school dropouts alarming – Remi Tinubu : Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed concerns over the alarming rate of ...

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The Gambia moves to try former President Jammeh +++ Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to overhaul the judiciary +++ Addressing Zambia's electricity problems and ... Show more

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Tinubu approves commencement of consumer credit scheme for Nigerians: Consumer credit serves as the lifeblood of modern economies, enabling citizens to enhance ...

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Apr 22

PHOTOS: Ogun sells subsidized rice to civil servants The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Saturday, commenced the sale of rice at a subsidised rate to ... Show more

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Apr 18

Ododo, Omo-Agege to oversee Ondo APC primary election: The ruling All Progressives Congress has appointed Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo ...

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Apr 20

FG inaugurates committe on one year anniversary of Tinubu administration: The committee will plan and implement activities to mark the first anniversary of the ...

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Akpabio wants Attorney-General stripped of role in judgement enforcement against FG

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Apr 15

El-Rufai counsels Tinubu on how to handle underperforming appointees: Mr El-Rufai also urged the President Tinubu to explore the possibility of amending some of ...

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Tinubu determined to improve Nigerians’ welfare, harness population — Shettima: Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday said the administration of President ...

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Apr 23

Tinubu promises infrastructural, economic transformation in Niger Delta : President Bola Tinubu has assured the people of Niger Delter that concerted efforts are ...

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Apr 22

Ondo APC Primary: Aiyedatiwa appreciates Tinubu for providing enabling environment

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Apr 16

“Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, in our tradition of honouring the police force in the life of this great nation, we have approved the adoption of the ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/686392-tinubu-declares-7-april-national-police-day.html

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Apr 17

Tinubu commends Dangote over diesel price review: Dangote Oil and Gas Company recently reviewed the gantry price of AGO downwards from N1,650 to N1 ...

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Apr 22

Akpabio seeks state police free of politics, religion, tribalism: The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio on Monday, gave his support for the creation of state ...

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Apr 19

Ortom slams Melaye, calls him ‘liability’ to PDP: The immediate past governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom on Friday advised Senator Dino Melaye to find for ...

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Apr 12

Tinubu to Governors, NASS: Let’s unite to make Nigeria greater: "Let us unite, rally around our leader, and catapult this nation to a greater pedestal ...

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Apr 10

Eid-el-Fitr: Remain hopeful in my government, Tinubu tells Nigerians ”The Renewed Hope Agenda is alive, well and fine, and Nigerians should continue to be ... Show more punchng.com/eid-el-fitr-remain-hopeful-in-my-government-tinubu-tells-nigerians/

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Tinubu appoints Consuls-General, Chargés d’Affaires for 14 countries: President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 12 consuls-general and five chargés ...

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Apr 06

He said the NNPP was the only hope for Nigerians, saying that the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had failed the people ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/683882-nigerian-military-can-end-security-challenges-kwankwaso.html

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Apr 20

Caleb varsity founder lauds Tinubu’s education policies The founder of Caleb Group of Schools, Oladega Adebogun, has lauded the education policies initiated ... Show more punchng.com/caleb-varsity-founder-lauds-tinubus-education-policies/

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Apr 16

Akpabio asks Nigerian police to weed out corrupt officers: Mr Akpabio pledged the full support of the National Assembly for the police to achieve better policing ...

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Apr 11

“This is a testament that, indeed, the investment of our votes and trust in this leader will pay off at the end of the road. So ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/684871-tinubu-committed-to-nigerias-infrastructure-development-shettima.html

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Apr 16

APC chieftain begs Tinubu to settle Kwankwaso-Ganduje feud: A former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress, Salihu Lukman ...

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Apr 17

My purported suspension conspiracy against Tinubu in Kano — Ganduje: The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Wednesday ...

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Apr 07

Tinubu Arrives Lagos For Eid-el-Fitr President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, arrived Lagos State ahead of Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan ... Show more

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Kaduna APC women leader sues SSS over alleged illegal detention: Mr Galadima was arrested on 14 April following her criticism of Governor Uba Sani

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Sokoto gov sacks 15 district heads for alleged insubordination, corruption: Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has sacked 15 district heads for alleged ...

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Apr 21

Tinubu holds Northern elders in high esteem, Marafa replies Mattawale: Marafa urged the minister to retract his offensive remarks and extend an apology to the ...

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Apr 19

PDP to elect new chairman in August as NEC extends Damagun’s stay: NEC also asked President Tinubu to review all policies and programmes which are stifling the ...

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Apr 09

Tinubu greets Muslims at Eid-el-Fitr: President Tinubu prayed that the supplications and sacrifices made in this season and even after will receive the fitting ...

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Apr 14

Northern Elders Forum does not speak for North – Defence Minister: Mr Matawalle said the attitude of the Forum was becoming overbearing, saying it cannot offer ...

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Apr 15

Northern group dissociates self from NEF’s comment against Tinubu: The Arewa Progressive Forum has disassociated itself from the recent views of the Northern ...

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Apr 15

FG now paying more for fuel subsidy than before – El-Rufai: The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said the Federal Government was now ...

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Apr 17

BREAKING: Ayu withdraws lawsuit challenging removal as PDP chair: The suspended National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Iyorchia Ayu ...

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Shettima seeks faith leaders’ help to curb malnutrition: Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday called on faith and traditional leaders to champion the effort ...

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FACT-CHECK: Video Showing Nigerians Looting Goats Is Old: OjiUgo_nwa, an X user who also shared the video at 2:48 pm, said, "They’ve started looting goats ...

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Apr 19

JUST IN: Tinubu appoints SEC chairman, board members: President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven persons to the Board of the Securities and ...

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Apr 20

Tinubu appoints new board for Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission: The president anticipates that all members of the board of this critical commission ...

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Apr 20

Tinubu receives envoys, canvasses stronger partnerships in manufacturing sector: President Tinubu said his administration’s reforms have bolstered Nigeria's ...

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Apr 18

Kaduna APC, NLC back Assembly over El-Rufai’s probe: THE Kaduna State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, on Wednesday, expressed its support for the move ...

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Apr 07

Senegal swore in Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Tuesday. He becomes the youngest African president. Nigeria's Tinubu is 72, and Ghana's Nana Akuffo-Addo is 80 ... Show more www.dw.com/en/the-77-percent-is-senegal-sending-a-message-to-young-africans/audio-68720617

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New investments coming into Nasarawa, says gov: The Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has said comprehensive economic reforms being implemented in the ...

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Apr 14

Disclose Nigeria’s loan agreements since 1999, SERAP urges Tinubu: SERAP has urged President Bola Tinubu to disclose the agreements and spending details of loans ...

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Apr 22

ANALYSIS: Will Senegal’s new president shake up external relations?: Despite pre-election rhetoric, long-standing principles and regional realities will likely ...

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Apr 19

First Lady unveils Navy’s offshore patrol vessel: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on Friday launched the second 76-meter High Endurance Offshore Patrol Vessel built ...

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Apr 21

Ezeife, a true Nigerian —Tinubu: Mr Tinubu said Mr Ezeife died at the time Nigerian needed his development ideas the most.

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Apr 11

Tinubu mourns Ogbonnaya Onu: President Tinubu described Mr Onu as a luminous star in Nigeria’s political firmament.

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Apr 18

Tinubu approves national education data system: President Bola Tinubu has approved an extensive census of schools in Nigeria from primary to tertiary level ...

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Apr 17

FG launches soil fertility initiative: The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to agricultural reforms aimed at improving ...

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Apr 19

ECOWAS unveils multi-million dollar initiative to aid displaced persons: Nigeria and Burkina Faso host the highest displaced populations with 3,578,996 and 2,062 ...

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Apr 16

Shettima leads tributes for Ezeife, lauds ex-Anambra governor’s visionary leadership

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Apr 10

Tinubu congratulates Dangote on birthday: President Tinubu extolled Mr Dangote for his interventions and support for Nigeria's young entrepreneurs ...

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Apr 20

Tinubu appoints new board for National Insurance Commission, NAICOM: The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) was established in 1997 by the National Insurance ...

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Apr 18

VIDEO: A Look at the Revamped Abuja Rail Station, Set for Grand Reopening in May Following a thorough inspection on 5 April ... Show more

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Apr 13

Rep seeks Nnamdi Kanu’s release: The lawmaker representing Ikwuano/Umuahia North/Umuahia South Federal Constituency, Abia State, Obinna Aguocha,

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Apr 08

Tinubu to construct 8,800 new PHCs, approves national health fellows programme – Official

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Apr 17

280 farmers, PWDs get First Lady’s support grants: Oluremi Tinubu said her Renewed Hope Initiative is empowering at least 280 women farmers and Persons with ...

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Apr 21

Damagum’s survival not victory or defeat for Atiku, Wike – Moro: The lawmaker representing Benue South Senatorial District, Senator Abba Moro ...

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Apr 09

In his desperation to always want to hug the headlines as a self-appointed opposition leader, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has allowed himself to be ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/684583-lagos-calabar-coastal-highway-atiku-goofed-again-desperate-to-hug-headlines-presidency.html

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West Africa: Ecowas Under Pressure to Reform: Coups, sanctions, and withdrawal of member states; the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) must ...

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