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Zenith Bank founder, Jim Ovia chairs board of Nigerian Education Loan Fund: The National Student Loan Programme is a pivotal intervention that seeks to guarantee ...

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Signalling the end of a multi-year deployment of Russian peacekeepers in the strategic South Caucasus region, the Russian and Turkish flags were lowered to ... Show more

Ceasefire monitoring centre in Nagorno-Karabakh shuts as Russian peacekeepers withdraw | Reuters

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US Air Force awards $13 bln Doomsday plane contract to Sierra Nevada: The U.S. Air Force said on Friday that it has awarded a $13 billion contract to Sierra ...

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Dunamis testifier, Anyim Vera, expresses safety concerns, begs Nigerians for accommodation

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"This is what we want, and it is why we are adamant about providing student loans and new credit opportunities to not only enhance the skills of our ... Show more

Tinubu meets Dutch PM, says Nigeria positioned to power clean energy future of Europe, world

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”The negotiation by the Tripartite Committee is still ongoing. If you remember, the TUC earlier submitted N447,000 as the new minimum wage but we have ... Show more

New minimum wage announcement not feasible on May 1 - TUC President

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FULL LIST: Fubara, Tompolo… 166 People on EFCC Wanted List: This 166 people-strong list includes the Governor of Rivers State, past governors, ex-bankers ...

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Eurofighters are deployed: Bundeswehr intercepts Russian military aircraft: A Russian reconnaissance plane is flying over the Baltic Sea and is intercepted by ...

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Televisa to merge its satellite TV, cable units 'as soon as possible': Mexican broadcaster Televisa plans to merge its satellite TV unit Sky with its cable TV ...

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Suleja prison: 108 inmates on the run in Nigeria: A manhunt is launched after more than 100 inmates escape the colonial-era facility near Abuja.

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Nigeria seeks managers for planned $10 billion diaspora fund: Nigeria is seeking fund managers for a planned $10 billion diaspora fund that is aimed at ...

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In October 2023, Boko Haram’s JAS faction (Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda’Awati Wal-Jihad) launched major offensives against the group’s other faction – Islamic ... Show more

ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried

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The Nigerian movie industry has once again been thrown into mourning following the death of another veteran actor, Ganiyu Oyeyemi, popularly known as Ogunjimi ... Show more

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“We are setting everything to zero”: Police change approach to search for Arian: The emergency services leave no stone unturned: hundreds of helpers are looking ...

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Glencore seeks investment opportunities in Nigerian mining sector: Mining and trading house Glencore will invest in Nigeria's mining sector if the government ...

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SPOTTED: Scandalous Email From Wole Olanipekun’s Firm That Ended a Lawyer’s Career

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Court summons EFCC chair for alleged contempt over moves to arrest Yahaya Bello: Mr Bello's application initiating a contempt charge against the EFCC chair ...

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Cost of preparing Jollof rice up 29.3% – Report: The SBM Jollof Index tracks how much it costs to make a pot of jollof rice for a family of five

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Nigerian fish traders suffer as power supply impacts business: Poor power supply in the coastal communities has affected the price of seafood in Akwa Ibom.

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Guinness World Record: Chess champion returns home to Lagos | Africanews: Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya returned home to Lagos on Wednesday to a hero's ...

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Men of the Nigerian Army deployed to fight menacing terrorists in Allawa axis of terror-ravaged Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger State ... Show more

UPDATED: Residents flee as soldiers withdraw from Niger community after terror attack

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VIDEO: Long Petrol Queues in Abuja on Thursday

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Family announces Junior Pope’s burial date: Junior Pope and four other actors were killed on 10 April when their boat capsized in River Niger in Anambra State ...

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Late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope for burial May 17 The late Nollywood actor, John Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, will be laid to rest on Friday ... Show more

Late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope for burial May 17

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A top official in the university, who asked not to be named, said the female student reported the the lecturer to the university management after he reportedly ... Show more

Nigerian lecturer caught attempting to sexually assault female student

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Navy arrests over 14 crude oil vessels in four months – Official: The naval official informed Rivers State Governor Fubara that the Nigerian Navy has moved its ...

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Suspected illegal security guards arrested in Anambra: The NSCDC said the suspects were arrested during a recent crackdown on unlicensed private security guards ...

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Change of tactics during the night: Police change strategy in search of Arian: During the day, the emergency services changed their strategy in the search for ...

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A car owner, Dave Anthony, blamed the queue on an anticipated crash in the price of fuel. Many Nigerians anticipated a crash in prices of PMS so I think that's ... Show more

Residents lament as petrol queues resurface in Abuja

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NPFL announces four-week break for Rivers United to catch up: Rivers United’s continental adventure has seen a few games postponed because of logistical reasons

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NPFL Preview: Ilechukwu, Ogunbote face former clubs in tricky tests: Fidelis Ilechukwu will be looking to outsmart his former club, Plateau United ...

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PREMIUM TIMES MORNING UPDATES FOR APRIL 27th, 2024. =================== =================== Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games: Otokini Ogwuche targets more ... Show more

Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games: Otokini Ogwuche targets more gold for Team Chevron

Tinubu appoints CEOs for two agencies

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MTN CHAMPS: Adaeze Eze wins second gold medal as race for team trophies heightens

Tinubu meets Dutch PM, says Nigeria positioned to power clean energy future of Europe, world

Court summons EFCC chair for alleged contempt over moves to arrest Yahaya Bello

Tinubu appoints CEOs for two agencies

Family announces Junior Pope's burial date | Premium Times Nigeria

Why we recalled officers from Kano anti-graft commission— Police

Three dead, two injured in Kano building collapse -NEMA

New minimum wage announcement not feasible on May 1 - TUC President

Jailbreak: Nigeria to relocate many prisons - Minister

Ex-Nigerian Senator, Ayogu Eze, is dead

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Inmates escape as rainstorm destroys Nigerian correctional centre: A storm during a heavy rainfall destroyed parts of the old Suleja custodial centre around 9 p ...

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We lost the governorship bid due to our candidate’s attitude – Ogun PDP chairman: “Mr Ogundele is selfish. His attack is a foul cry from a man after his gains ...

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Tinubu appoints CEOs for two agencies: The president expects that the new heads of these important agencies will discharge their duties with utmost fidelity to ...

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Xabi Alonso makes you 'up your game': Boniface: Leverkusen are four games away from becoming the first team to go through a Bundesliga season unbeaten.

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Three dead, two injured in Kano building collapse -NEMA: "We received a distressed call today at about 9:20 a.m. from a good Samaritan that a three-storey ...

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PHOTOS: Vehicles Burnt As Tanker Explodes In RiversNo fewer than 10 vehicles have been burnt as a result of a tanker explosion at the Eleme section of the ... Show more

Four feared killed in Rivers tanker explosion

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Nigerian woman breaks Guinness World Record with longest interview marathon: Since June 2023 when Hilda Baci, the Nigerian Jollof Queen achieved a new Guinness ...

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MTN CHAMPS: Adaeze Eze wins second gold medal as race for team trophies heightens

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Nigeria wins 2023 ICC Development Award for Africa: The Nigeria Cricket Federation under-17 championship continues to provide competitive playing opportunities ...

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Football scouts uncover “future stars” in Plateau, Kaduna: Nura Nakargo, the coordinator for Jos North LGA centre and proprietor of Ajester Football Academy ...

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Kie Kie, Layi Wasabi defeat Sabinus, Taaoma, others to emerge Q1 top skit makers: The skitmakers were selected based on several criteria.

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Tinubu gives Jim Ovia govt appointment: President Tinubu said he believes Mr Ovia will bring his immense wealth of experience and professional stature to this ...

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Nigerian musician, songwriter and preacher, Pastor Victoria Orenze arrives at Entebbe International Airport for the #VirtuousWoman2024 conference which starts today and ... Show more

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"I think if Ime Udoka were coaching this team, they'd have won a title last year." - @stephenasmith on the Boston Celtics (Via @FirstTake )

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Over 118 inmates escaped from a prison facility in Nigeria. The incident took place on Wednesday night. Esha Hanspal talks to WION's Louisa Olaniyi ... Show more

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(VIDEO) Meet Tobi Special: The Autistic Singer, Master of Captivating Tungba An autistic singer known as Tobi Special has revealed how talented he is despite ... Show more

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Ogun to demolish illegal structures on cargo airport corridor, other govt lands: Mr Odunlami expressed concern with the manner illegal structures were springing ...

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“The range of Nestle Cerelac infant cereals distributed in Nigeria are duly registered with NAFDAC. This is applicable to all categories of infant and young ... Show more

Sugar in Infant Formulas: NAFDAC speaks on NESTLE products in Nigeria

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See Yahaya Bello’s case to the end, Kogi senator urges EFCC: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan called on EFCC to see the case involving Yahaya Bello to the end to ...

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PHOTOS: Lagos Temporarily Shuts Down Churches, Hotels Over Noise Pollution In The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has temporarily shut down ... Show more

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Delta airlines to begin 14 weekly flights to Nigeria in December: Delta Airlines has announced a significant expansion by resuming daily flights to Lagos ...

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Nigerian midfielder Suleiman Danladi targets promotion with Albanian club: The Remmo Soccer Academy product has played all but two games of Pogradeci’s matches ...

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Vera Anyim: Nigerians slam Dunamis ‘celebrity’ testifier for seeking accommodation help

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Victor Boniface: Leverkusen boss Alonso makes you 'up your game': Bayer Leverkusen and Nigeria striker, Victor Boniface, said Xabi Alonso had a particular ...

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Naija Star Search 2: Meet 20 contestants (PHOTOS): Episode 1 showcased raw talent, introducing 20 gifted contestants striving for their chance at Afrobeats ...

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Tinubu sacks NESREA, NDRBDA MDs, appoints new headsPresident Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Innocent Barikor as the Director-General of the National ... Show more

Tinubu sacks NESREA, NDRBDA MDs, appoints new heads

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Ondo Poll: Ganduje appeals to aspirants to work for APC electoral victory: Mr Ganduje said the aspirants should not see themselves as losers because there is ...

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Dive into PT Premium Times' Daily Newsletter for Juicy Insights and In-depth Analysis.Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worriedBoko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Prepares for Big Fat Greek Wedding - GreekReporter.com: Giannis Antetokounmpo is planning his wedding with long-time girlfriend Mariah ...

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Eight Nigerians who 'attacked' police in Kimberley to apply for bail on Tuesday

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Don’t interfere in my administration, Benue gov warns predecessors: The Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Friday, asked his predecessors to ...

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Stranded cargo shows credit challenges at Nigeria's Dangote refinery: Chinese state energy major PetroChina has been waiting to unload a cargo of U.S ...

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Ex-Nigerian Senator, Ayogu Eze, is dead: The former senator died Thursday morning in an undisclosed hospital in Abuja after a protracted illness.

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Yahaya Bello didn’t spend Kogi funds on children’s fees -Ex-gov’s media office: Yahaya Bello, has refuted the allegations that the former governor used the state ...

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US begins discussing plans to withdraw troops from Niger: Niger and other countries in the region are partnering with Russia instead.

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Jailbreak: Minister to relocate ‘a lot of correctional centres’: Mr Tunji-Ojo made the pledge when he visited Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre ...

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Ondo 2024: Akeredolu’s ex-deputy, Agboola, wins PDP governorship primaries: Mr Agboola was the late governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu's deputy before falling ...

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N1.29tn lost to oil theft annually — Speaker The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has lamented that Nigeria loses an estimated ... Show more

N1.29tn lost to oil theft annually — Speaker

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PREMIUM TIMES MORNING UPDATES FOR APRIL 26th, 2024. =================== =================== Residents lament as petrol queues resurface in ... Show more

Residents lament as petrol queues resurface in Abuja

ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried

UPDATED: Residents flee as soldiers withdraw from Niger community after terror attack

Ex-Nigerian Senator, Ayogu Eze, is dead

Tinubu, in Netherlands, says partnerships must be transformative, translate into real gains

Navy arrests over 14 crude oil vessels in four months – Official

Ex-LG boss on the run over alleged murder of lawmaker in Taraba

Abia Assembly summons police commissioner, others over killing of businessman by officer

Flights diverted as fire breaks out at Lagos airport

How engineer saved us from air disaster - Passenger

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Tinubu mourns ex-Senate spokesperson, Ayogu Eze

Dominican Republic 2024: Olowookere invites 25 players to camp for Burkina Faso

Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games: Otokini Ogwuche targets more gold for Team Chevron

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Ododo donates vehicles, motorcycles to enhance security in Kogi: Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, on Friday, donated 120 vehicles and 44 motorcycles to boost ...

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EXCLUSIVE: Contract Scandal: ICPC detains TETFund director: ICPC initially invited three senior TETFUND officials but detained only one.

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BREAKING: Akeredolu’s ex-deputy, Agboola wins Ondo PDP gov primaryA former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Ajayi Agboola ... Show more

BREAKING: Akeredolu's ex-deputy, Agboola wins Ondo PDP gov primary - Punch Newspapers

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EXCLUSIVE: Mohbad’s toxicology result ready as pathologist begins interpretation The toxicology test carried out to determine the cause of death of late music ... Show more

EXCLUSIVE: Mohbad's toxicology result ready as pathologist begins interpretation

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Court stops Rivers govt from withholding LG allocations: A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, stopped the Rivers State Government from withholding financial ...

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Airfares may drop as Dangote slashes Jet A1 price: Travellers in Nigeria may soon benefit from lower airfares following the drop in the price of Jet A1 ...

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Locate my missing wife, man pleads with IG A resident of Osogbo, Mr Ayowole Adekonipekun, has appealed to the Inspector General of Police ... Show more

Locate my missing wife, man plead with IG

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