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Osimhen scores 10th league goal in Galatasaray win
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen scored his 10th Turkish Super Lig goal from the penalty spot as Galatasaray maintained their unbeaten run with a 2-1 victory over Gotzepe at the RAMS Park, Istanbul on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigeria international converted from 12 yards after Kaan Ayhan was fouled by Djalma Silva to
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Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen scored his 10th Turkish Super Lig goal from the penalty spot as Galatasaray maintained their unbeaten run with a 2-1 victory over Gotzepe at the RAMS Park, Istanbul on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigeria international converted from 12 yards after Kaan Ayhan was fouled by Djalma Silva to
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- January 5, 2025
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Veterinary doctor arrested over alleged N26m theftp
Operatives of the Ojodu Division under the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a veterinary doctor, identified as David Tom, for allegedly committing burglary and stealing properties valued at N24 million. The spokesperson for the state police command, CSP Omolola Odutola, who confirmed the arrest on Saturday, said the doctor was nabbed after carrying out
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Operatives of the Ojodu Division under the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a veterinary doctor, identified as David Tom, for allegedly committing burglary and stealing properties valued at N24 million. The spokesperson for the state police command, CSP Omolola Odutola, who confirmed the arrest on Saturday, said the doctor was nabbed after carrying out
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- January 5, 2025
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Protecting your respiratory health during harmattan
Harmattan, a seasonal dry wind that blows across West Africa from the Sahara Desert, significantly affects particularly people’s respiratory health. This phenomenon typically occurs between November and March, with its effects most prominent in countries like Nigeria and Ghana, as well as other parts of the Sahel region. The harmattan winds carry dust particles, pollutants,
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Harmattan, a seasonal dry wind that blows across West Africa from the Sahara Desert, significantly affects particularly people’s respiratory health. This phenomenon typically occurs between November and March, with its effects most prominent in countries like Nigeria and Ghana, as well as other parts of the Sahel region. The harmattan winds carry dust particles, pollutants,
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- January 5, 2025
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Havens of terror: Survivors share harrowing tales inside kidnappers’ dungeons
In this feature, VICTOR AYENI uncovers the chilling realities faced by men and women held captive by kidnappers—surviving relentless threats of death, brutal beatings, and horrifying sexual violence. These harrowing ordeals have taken a devastating toll on their mental health and, in some tragic cases, pushed them to the brink of despair On the evening
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In this feature, VICTOR AYENI uncovers the chilling realities faced by men and women held captive by kidnappers—surviving relentless threats of death, brutal beatings, and horrifying sexual violence. These harrowing ordeals have taken a devastating toll on their mental health and, in some tragic cases, pushed them to the brink of despair On the evening
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- January 5, 2025
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Dangers of herbal medicine abuse
Dear esteemed readers, I wish you a year filled with happiness, success, and good health. May your dreams come true, and may your heart remain joyful this New Year and always. Following the publication of my article on hidden sugar in our food, I received a text message from a reader. He claimed that sugar
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Dear esteemed readers, I wish you a year filled with happiness, success, and good health. May your dreams come true, and may your heart remain joyful this New Year and always. Following the publication of my article on hidden sugar in our food, I received a text message from a reader. He claimed that sugar
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Oil marketers ask FG to privatise refineries, invest in CNG
Oil marketers, under the auspices of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, have charged the Federal Government to privatise government-owned refineries, encourage competition, enhance transparency and accountability, and invest in infrastructure to improve operations in the downstream sector of the petroleum industry. They specifically asked for the privatisation of the 125,000 barrels
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Oil marketers, under the auspices of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, have charged the Federal Government to privatise government-owned refineries, encourage competition, enhance transparency and accountability, and invest in infrastructure to improve operations in the downstream sector of the petroleum industry. They specifically asked for the privatisation of the 125,000 barrels
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- January 5, 2025
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Imo police rescue four kidnap victims
Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command, on Saturday, killed two suspected kidnappers and rescued four victims. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Henry Okoye, in a statement, said the police engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel after receiving a distress call. Okoye said, “The operation, which took
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Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command, on Saturday, killed two suspected kidnappers and rescued four victims. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Henry Okoye, in a statement, said the police engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel after receiving a distress call. Okoye said, “The operation, which took
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- January 5, 2025
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I’ll complete $3bn P’Harcourt-Maiduguri rail line – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has said his administration will complete the Eastern Rail line connecting Port Harcourt in the oil-rich Niger Delta to Maiduguri in northeastern Nigeria. Tinubu gave the assurance during an interactive session with South East leaders during his official visit to Enugu State on Saturday. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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President Bola Tinubu has said his administration will complete the Eastern Rail line connecting Port Harcourt in the oil-rich Niger Delta to Maiduguri in northeastern Nigeria. Tinubu gave the assurance during an interactive session with South East leaders during his official visit to Enugu State on Saturday. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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- January 5, 2025
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CSOs, media executives call for reform in INEC
The process of appointing officials to the Independent National Electoral Commission has come under scrutiny, with stakeholders urging reforms to safeguard Nigeria’s electoral integrity. Sunday PUNCH reports that the call for change is one of the 142 recommendations derived from post-election reviews and stakeholder engagements documented by INEC. The stakeholders include Civil Society Organisations, Transport
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The process of appointing officials to the Independent National Electoral Commission has come under scrutiny, with stakeholders urging reforms to safeguard Nigeria’s electoral integrity. Sunday PUNCH reports that the call for change is one of the 142 recommendations derived from post-election reviews and stakeholder engagements documented by INEC. The stakeholders include Civil Society Organisations, Transport
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NAF acquires 12 fighter aircraft
The Nigerian Air Force, on Saturday, said it acquired 12 additional fighter aircraft to boost the operational capabilities of the force. The new additions to the NAF fleet include two King Air 360i light transport aircraft, four T-129 ATAK helicopters, two AgustaWestland 109 Trekkers, and four DA-62 surveillance aircraft. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal
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The Nigerian Air Force, on Saturday, said it acquired 12 additional fighter aircraft to boost the operational capabilities of the force. The new additions to the NAF fleet include two King Air 360i light transport aircraft, four T-129 ATAK helicopters, two AgustaWestland 109 Trekkers, and four DA-62 surveillance aircraft. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal
