Al-Minuki: How operation unfolded; no soldier killed – DHQ
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INEC officials absent at Surulere Constituency 11 APC primaries
There are six wards under Surulere Constituency 11. They are Coker, Aguda, Orile, Itire, Ijesha, and Ikate.
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Al-Minuki: How operation unfolded; no soldier killed – DHQ
Nigerian forces, working alongside their U.S. counterparts, launched a coordinated 3-hour-long air and ground assault on the area
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Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation
Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980 and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
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Burna Boy to own world’s first Widebody Bugatti Chiron
Venuum, Dubai-based luxury car customisation shop, also known as Venuum Black, has announced the creation of a bespoke carbon fiber widebody kit for Burna Boy’s multi-million dollar Bugatti Chiron.
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Sierra Leone takes in Nigerians deported by US
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Security: Tinubu urges quick delivery of attack helicopters
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2027: Violence, irregularities mar APC reps primaries in Bomadi
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Survivor pulled from rubble 9 hours after Abuja building collapsed
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Rwanda genocide suspect Kabuga dead
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Kalu, Onyejeocha clinch APC Reps tickets as Abia primaries end
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‘Keep off,’ Anglican Primate advises Jonathan against 2027 presidential bid
Ndukuba warned that a return to partisan politics could diminish the statesmanlike reputation and global respect Jonathan currently enjoys.
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Al-Minuki: How operation unfolded; no soldier killed – DHQ
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Burna Boy to own world’s first Widebody Bugatti Chiron
Venuum, Dubai-based luxury car customisation shop, also known as Venuum Black, has announced the creation of a bespoke carbon fiber widebody kit for Burna Boy’s multi-million dollar Bugatti Chiron.
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Survivor pulled from rubble 9 hours after Abuja building collapsed
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S&P raises Nigeria’s credit rating on stronger economy
Nigeria today secured a major boost in global investor confidence as S&P Global Ratings upgraded the country’s sovereign credit rating to ‘B’ from ‘B-’, citing improvements in macroeconomic stability, foreign exchange reforms and stronger oil sector performance.
Sports
Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation
Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980 and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
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Education
WAEC assures candidates, parents on hitch-free WASSCE; union insists on strike today
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