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A former APC chieftain, Salihu Lukman, says opposition parties may unveil a consensus presidential candidate a few days before the 2027 general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-opposition-may-unveil-consensus-candidate-days-to-election-lukman/
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The Democratic Leadership Alliance has disowned its Taraba governorship candidate, Aboki Bayonga, for endorsing President Tinubu for a second term. Read More: https://punchng.com/dla-disowns-taraba-gov-candidate-over-tinubu-endorsement-summons-him-for-discipline/
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A Gombe community, Talasse, gets electricity after 17 years following the commissioning of a 1-megawatt solar mini-grid project by the government. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-community-gets-electricity-after-17-years/
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying things are not as bad as some Nigerians claim. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-arent-as-bad-as-people-say-jide-kosoko-defends-tinubu/
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KIGALI – Some people walk into a gym for the first time with their shoulders pulled up near their ears. They scan the room, wondering whether they belong, whether anyone… The post Beyond the Weights: Fitness Point Kanombe Opens Doors to a Different Kind of Wellness appeared first on KT PRESS.
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Morocco’s Water Infrastructure Directorate has launched 11 tenders for dam construction projects across eight provinces, with a combined estimated cost exceeding MAD 339 million, as the kingdom continues to develop its water infrastructure.
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
The African Democratic Congress campaign council has described its candidate, Atiku Abubakar, as a true pan-Nigerian leader ahead of the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-atiku-is-a-pan-nigerian-leader-campaign-council/
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The Oyo State Police Command has denied misconduct in a viral video, stating the man arrested in Ibadan was a suspected cultist apprehended by its operativ Read More: https://punchng.com/police-deny-misconduct-over-viral-video-of-suspect-arrested-in-oyo/
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Private legal practitioner Victoria Bright has called for consistency in the appointment of Electoral Commission (EC) officials, stressing that the Commission must command public confidence regardless of which political party is in power.
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In April, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Nigeria had objected to the AU’s designation of Mr Sall as the bloc’s consensus candidate for the UN’s top job.
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Special Adviser on Gender and Social Protection to former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Akosua Manu, has called for a proper national child protection framework to safeguard pupils who suffer sexual abuse in schools.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, has warned against promoting staff based on external influence rather than merit and competence. Read More: https://punchng.com/nassembly-clerk-warns-against-lobbying-for-staff-promotions/
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Covenant University and development experts have called for increased research into food preservation and distribution to address Nigeria’s food crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/covenant-varsity-experts-seek-solutions-to-nigerias-food-crisis/
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Morocco’s newly appointed Minister of Energy, Mines and Sustainable Development, Charafat Afailal, is returning to government after a previous tenure overseeing the water sector, bringing an engineering background, parliamentary experience and a long-standing role within the Party of Progress and…
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
Igara West MP Amanya Cohen Kyampene says a proposed national charcoal ban could hurt low-income households and small food businesses, urging government to provide affordable cooking alternatives before imposing restrictions.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adesuyi Hastrup, has warned his chiefs and security operatives against aiding land grabbers in Osun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-monarch-warns-chiefs-security-operatives-against-land-grabbing/
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A look at Elon Musk’s biggest innovations, from early internet ventures like Zip2 and PayPal to electric cars, reusable rockets, and flying car concepts. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-online-maps-to-flying-cars-elon-musks-biggest-innovations/
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Leaders across Lango say deteriorating roads are cutting off communities, raising transport costs and undermining access to markets and public services, as they demand government explanations for the region’s limited representation in planned infrastructure upgrades.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
The APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will secure over 70% of northern votes in the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-north-will-give-tinubu-over-70-of-votes-apc-chairman-predicts/
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Independent candidate Stephen Luyimbaazi has won the Kirindi Village LC I by-election in Kayunga District, defeating National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Swaibu Musana and National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate....
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
The Federal Government has commissioned the first of 3,700 rural connectivity towers in Bende, Abia State, to provide broadband to underserved communities. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-begins-3700-rural-connectivity-tower-rollout-in-abia/
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The Finance ministry official says mining investment can create jobs and transform communities as Sino Minerals commissions Shs1.2 billion administrative infrastructure in Kabale District.
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has unveiled the Arewa for Asiwaju campaign head office in Abuja to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-unveils-arewa-for-asiwaju-campaign-office-in-abuja/
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Farmers and agricultural stakeholders are urging greater investment in indigenous seeds, traditional foods and sustainable farming to improve child nutrition, strengthen household food security and help communities withstand climate change.
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