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EFCC said the forfeited N775 million and houses were proceeds of illegal activities of the suspects. The post Court orders final forfeiture of N775 million, houses linked to former accountant-general, Dasuki's ex-aide appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Spain set new World Cup record with massive victory over Costa Rica
This is the first time Spain will be scoring seven goals in a World Cup match. The post Qatar 2022: Spain set new World Cup record with massive victory over Costa Rica appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Soludo and Obi: The crux of the matter, By Ugoji Egbujo
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PROFILE: Nigeria's newest governor Ademola Adeleke and his promises to Osun people
Ademola Adeleke who has now been sworn in as the sixth governor of the 29-year-old state will be piloting the affairs of the state for the next four years. The post PROFILE: Nigeria's newest governor Ademola Adeleke and his promises to Osun people appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over
266,283 COVID-19 infections and 3,155 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The post COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The Ogun State controller of immigration, Jibrin Yakubu, says the immigrants have no valid travel documents or means of livelihood. The post Nigerian Immigration arrests 33 Chadians, Togolese in Ogun appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Photo Story: Supporters troop in ahead of APC rally in Lagos
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APC chieftain Akanimo Udofia accuses Akwa Ibom govt of lying over Ibom Air
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ANALYSIS: How feasible are CAN’s 11-point demands to Tinubu, others?
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For the Record: Ademola Adeleke's inaugural speech as Osun governor
Ademola Adeleke was sworn in as Osun governor on Sunday in Osogbo. The post For the Record: Ademola Adeleke's inaugural speech as Osun governor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: How Nigeria’s new president will emerge
It is important for the candidates and their supporters to note that even if their preferred candidate receives the most votes in the election, they must meet a second condition to be declared the winner. The post 2023: How Nigeria’s new president will emerge appeared first on Premium Times Nig
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Reps to probe flight delays, cancellations by airlines
The House Committee on Human Rights was mandated to probe the alleged violations of the rights of Nigerians and other passengers to quality air travel services. The post Reps to probe flight delays, cancellations by airlines appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Citizen journalism and democratic consolidation, By Sam Akpe & Mercy Tartsea-Anshase
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Nigeria earns $741.48 billion from oil and gas in 21 years – NEITI
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Real reasons fuel scarcity persists across Nigeria – Marketers
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Davido at 30: Defining moments of his 11-year-music career
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2023: Why PDP needs to win back northern states – Chidoka
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2023: Demand by South-east for president morally right, timely – PDP
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G5 meeting: Lagos PDP vows to unseat APC despite internal crisis in opposition party
The PDP says Lagos residents are tired of the APC rule and would troop out on election day to vote for its governorship candidate, Jandor. The post G5 meeting: Lagos PDP vows to unseat APC despite internal crisis in opposition party appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Battling intemperate language, fake news and judicial rascality, By Dakuku Peterside
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Why Nigerian govt retains workers in non-functional Ajaokuta - Minister
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Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls – Official
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Nigeria won't know peace until Nnamdi Kanu’s release - Actress, Rita Edochie
Rita Edochie says the continuous detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) will keep dividing Nigeria. The post Nigeria won't know peace until Nnamdi Kanu’s release - Actress, Rita Edochie appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Tinubu needs Rivers’ votes, not logistics support, Umahi tells Wike
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Allegation of lobbying to delay new NDDC board fake – Official
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2023: Senate summons finance minister over unexplained N206bn in ministry's budget
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World Cup: Saudi Arabia declares public holiday after historic victory over Argentina
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Nigerian govt trains 37,000 teachers ahead of History reintroduction in schools’ curriculum
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HIV/AIDS: Nigeria records decline in new infections -- Official
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Qatar 2022: Messi helps Argentina reignite World Cup hopes
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