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GUARDIAN\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Priceless jewellery stolen in daylight raid at worlds most-visited museum, Louvre<\/p>\n

Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaching Gaza truce amid strikes, clashes<\/p>\n

ASUU confirms talks with FG’s team as strike enters seventh day<\/p>\n

Confusion grips Southeast over planned #FreeNnamdiKanu protest<\/p>\n

Convention: There was no forgery, PDP insists<\/p>\n

FG denies knowledge of sponsorship request for Nigerian Maths Olympiad student<\/p>\n

China praises DSS, army for swift rescue of abducted citizens<\/p>\n

Trade Fair demolition result of gap in communication, coordination Complex Director<\/p>\n

Victims of separatist violence oppose calls for Nnamdi Kanus release<\/p>\n

Tribalism deprives Nigeria of competent leaders, says Lagos clergy<\/p>\n

Rogers, Buendia lead Aston Villa 2-1 triumph over Tottenham<\/p>\n

Experts dismiss abortion myths, advocate for safe access<\/p>\n

Freight forwarders oppose N35,000 call-up charge at Onne port<\/p>\n

Police arrest notorious Ondo varsity cult leader<\/p>\n

LASTMA apprehends Benz truck driver after fatal Lagos accident<\/p>\n

Police arrest notorious drug baron in Delta<\/p>\n

Why tomato price is rising Traders<\/p>\n

FG makes U-turn, says Maths compulsory for Arts students<\/p>\n

NASS Project Funds: SERAP urges Akpabio, Abbas to explain disbursement of 18.6b<\/p>\n

High interest rates by banks killing Nigerians Afe Babalola<\/p>\n

VP Shetima visits Katsina on Monday, Tuesday<\/p>\n

Drug, alcohol abuse have made Regina Daniels violent, destructive Ned Nwoko<\/p>\n

Parents, teachers back FG move against dollar school fees<\/p>\n

Reforms: CPPE charges govt to focus on welfare, cost-reduction measures<\/p>\n

Expert advocates lifestyle approaches to reduce dementia risk<\/p>\n

NDLEA intercepts drugs hidden in snails, others meant for UK, US, DRC<\/p>\n

Why next wave of ethical AI innovation will be led from Africa<\/p>\n

Global outcry as US conservatives target books on LGBTQ and race<\/p>\n

LPCF condemns Abure, INECs defiance of Supreme Court judgment<\/p>\n

Marriage thrives on shared vision, not just feelings Marriage & Money Summit 1.0 convener, Dr Afolabi<\/p>\n

I quit my job to resume school, now I regret it: Idle, frustrated students decry ASUUs latest strike<\/p>\n

Nigeria now has capacity to manufacture vaccines NAFDAC DG<\/p>\n

NYCN warns youths against joining Sowores protest for Nnamdi Kanu<\/p>\n

PUNCH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ned Nwoko breaks silence, blames Regina\u2019s outburst on drug abuse<\/p>\n

Surveyors demand new ministry, unveil seven-point agenda<\/p>\n

Experts decry poor property tax utilisation, urge digital reforms<\/p>\n

Rising housing demands fueling quack builders, say engineers<\/p>\n

Maths, English remain compulsory for O\u2019Level students, FG clarifies<\/p>\n

Convention: PDP crisis deepens as Anyanwu alleges forgery, petitions DSS<\/p>\n

INEC issues official notice for Anambra gov election<\/p>\n

Defections: ADC slams APC, says ruling party desperate<\/p>\n

Davido unveils Abia private varsity hostel named after late mother<\/p>\n

I regret buying it, Influencer GehGeh speaks on iPhone 17 drama<\/p>\n

Lagos engages residents on cemetery project<\/p>\n

OPay unveils eighth security feature<\/p>\n

Power firm to reinvest N4tn fund<\/p>\n

Customs boss advocates investment-driven border security<\/p>\n

THISDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

FG Seeks States Collaboration in Curbing Child Labour, GBV<\/p>\n

Two Years of Purposeful Leadership: Umar Namadis Transformation of Jigawa<\/p>\n

Court Clears Otti to Serve N100bn Defamation Suit on Ex-Commissioner Online<\/p>\n

Lagos will Become a Model for SustainableTransport in Africa, Says EU Ambassador<\/p>\n

Turning Nigerias Youth Population intoEngine for Global Competitiveness<\/p>\n

Caverton-powered Drone Soccer Holds Inaugural Training Event<\/p>\n

SAfrican Sports Minister Wishes Nigeria Not to Qualify for World Cup<\/p>\n

Nigeria to Open U17 World CupAdventure Against Canada Today<\/p>\n

Democracy is Forever, Military Declares, Dismisses Rumour of Coup Plot<\/p>\n

Cardoso: $8bn New Investments in Energy Sector Evidence of Improved Security, Success of Tinubus Reforms<\/p>\n

Despite Competition from Fintech, Banks Fee Income Soars 23% to N986.5bn in Half-year 2025<\/p>\n

Nigerian Army: Sustained Counter-terrorism Operations, Stronger Synergy Have Improved Security in North-east<\/p>\n

Clamour for Diris Resignation over Non-membership of Any Political Party Divides Senior Lawyers<\/p>\n

Defence Minister Inspects NAF Helicopters, Fighter Jets Production in Italy<\/p>\n

VANGUARD<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ex-Real Madrid winger Drenthe suffers stroke at 38<\/p>\n

Police warn against protest in Aso Rock, environs<\/p>\n

Death toll rises to 45 as Israeli strikes pound Gaza despite ceasefire<\/p>\n

Lagos Trade Fair ED urges complex occupants to shun #Free Nnamdi Kanu protest<\/p>\n

I never said APC\u2019ll have 30 states in Nigeria by 2030 \u2013 Information Minister, Idris<\/p>\n

Unregulated AI threatens jobs, rights, equality, Global labour body, ITUC warns<\/p>\n

#FreeNnamdiKanu: FG declares Custodial Centres Red Zones<\/p>\n

Im too big a politician to secretly defect to APC Suswam<\/p>\n

Buni approves 7.9bn gratuity for state, local government retirees in Yobe<\/p>\n

Finance Minister, Wale Edun returns to Nigeria after medical trip abroad<\/p>\n

Peter Obi hails Onitsha monarch, celebrates 2025 Ofala Festival<\/p>\n

Liverpool suffer fourth straight defeat as Man United triumph 2-1 at Anfield<\/p>\n

Anyanwus forgery claim wont stop PDP convention Deputy Legal Adviser<\/p>\n

No going back on #FreeNnamdiKanu protest MASSOB<\/p>\n

Tension in Surulere as residents protest construction of cemetery<\/p>\n

We must fast, pray to avert looming disaster Ojikutu<\/p>\n

Man escapes death as gunmen kill mother, two sisters in Anambra<\/p>\n

INEC issues Anambra guber poll notice<\/p>\n

#FreeNnamdiKanu: FCT NSCDC warns protesters against vandalism<\/p>\n

Osun 2026: APC leaders back Oyebamijis governorship aspiration<\/p>\n

Osinbajo leads ECOWAS election observation mission to Cote dIvoire<\/p>\n

2027: Defections or not, APC is finished ADC<\/p>\n

Minister Umahi addresses concerns over Ondo\/Ore Road construction<\/p>\n

Ondo notorious cult leader arrested during cladestine meeting<\/p>\n

Stakeholders in Ondo oil communities want NDDC board member, Atikase sacked<\/p>\n

Demolition: Southeast entrepreneurs plan home relocation of investments<\/p>\n

English, Mathematics compulsory for all Olevel candidates FG<\/p>\n

LEADERSHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n

Convention: PDP Secretary Anyanwu Alleges Forgery, Petitions DSS, Others<\/p>\n

Israel Halts Gaza Aid, Launches New Strikes After Accusing Hamas Of Violating Ceasefire<\/p>\n

Osinbajo Leads ECOWAS Election Observation Mission To C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire<\/p>\n

2027: You Can\u2019t Deceive Kogi People, Ajaka Tells Yahaya Bello<\/p>\n

Again, Federal Government Places Ekiti, Osun On Flood Alert<\/p>\n

North Gets 56% Of Tinubu\u2019s Appointments \u2014 FCC Boss<\/p>\n

Edo Medical Workers Insist On Warning Strike As Okpebholo Condemns Action<\/p>\n

\u2018English, Maths Compulsory For O\u2019Level\u2019, Federal Government Clarifies Admission Reforms<\/p>\n

NDLEA Intercepts US, UK, DRC-bound Illicit Drug Consignments At Lagos Airport<\/p>\n

Ned Nwoko Denies Domestic Violence Allegations By Wife Regina, Says Drug Abuse Behind Rift<\/p>\n

2027: APC Will Win 95% Of Votes In Kaduna \u2014 Governor Sani<\/p>\n

#FreeNnamdiKanu: Police Deny Obtaining Court Order To Stop Protest<\/p>\n

Federal Government Integrates Leasing Into Bureau Of Public Procurement Framework<\/p>\n

NATION\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Afe Babalola decries high bank interest rate<\/p>\n

Police arrest suspected notorious cultist in Ondo<\/p>\n

Ex-Lagos deputy gov Ojikutu declares 80th birthday as day of fasting, prayer for global survival<\/p>\n

BREAKING: Edun back in Nigeria, attends official function<\/p>\n

Fed Govt integrates leasing into BPP framework<\/p>\n

SEC tasks stockbrokers on ethics, professionalism in digital era<\/p>\n

English, maths compulsory for all Olevel students, says FG<\/p>\n

Alleged terrorism: Kanu begins moves to stall trial<\/p>\n

Katsina Govt to procure 30 hybrid buses to reduce carbon emissions<\/p>\n

Ive nothing against Benjamin Kalu- Otti<\/p>\n

US, UK, DRC-bound illicit drug consignments intercepted in frozen snails, electrical bulbs<\/p>\n

DAILY TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ailing finance minister back in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Mathematics remains compulsory for O\u2019Level students, says FG<\/p>\n

No Amount of Defections Can Save You in 2027, ADC Taunts APC<\/p>\n

Kogi people wont be deceived by your political manoeuvres, Ajaka slams Yahaya Bello<\/p>\n

China Commends Nigeria for joint rescue of kidnapped victims<\/p>\n

Fintiri Leads Inspection Ahead of the 2025 PDP National Elective Convention in Ibadan<\/p>\n

South African Minister explains why he does not want Nigeria to qualify for 2026 World Cup<\/p>\n

Okowa: Oborevwori has shown We Made The Right Choice In 2023<\/p>\n

Cameroonian opposition candidate kicks as official results put Biya in early lead<\/p>\n

Police detain journalist over alleged defamation against Gov Yusufs aide<\/p>\n

PDP convention under threat as Anyanwu petitions DSS over forged signature<\/p>\n

BREAKING: Mathematics remains compulsory for OLevel students, says FG<\/p>\n

SERAP Asks Akpabio, Abbas to Account for N18.6bn NASS Funds<\/p>\n

I fear for her life, Ned Nwoko opens up on rift with Regina Daniels<\/p>\n

BUSINESSDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

PDP crisis deepens as Anyanwu petitions DSS, Police, INEC over alleged forgery<\/p>\n

Why are PDP governors, senators on the run?<\/p>\n

Fubara hungry for independent judiciary, vows full support for effective judicial system in Rivers<\/p>\n

FG declares correctional centres \u2018Red Zones\u2019 ahead of Monday\u2019s pro-Nnamdi Kanu protests<\/p>\n

Mixed reactions trail NASS’ moves to alter 2027 election time table<\/p>\n

Fragile relief: As prices cool, smuggling, poor storage keep Nigeria food-insecure
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\nConstruction disruption: Coastal Road threatens to make \u2018Detty December\u2019 dirty<\/p>\n

How our future is being toyed with by incessant ASUU-FG feud \u2013 Students<\/p>\n

Families still reel under pain of cooking gas’ high cost<\/p>\n

Build Africa in materials market with credit facility for property builders<\/p>\n

Mud, timber, bamboo top alternatives to expensive building materials<\/p>\n

Oborevwori commissions NDDC model state office complex in Warri<\/p>\n

Helping Niger Delta exporters identify opportunities for SMEs in AfCFTA regime<\/p>\n

NEW TELEGRAPH<\/strong><\/p>\n

NUPRC Warns Public Against Fake Social Media Accounts Impersonating Komolafe<\/p>\n

Otu Flags Off 2025 Carnival Dry Run, Invites Foreign Revellers To Calabar<\/p>\n

Oborevwori Pledges Partnership With NDDC, Chevron On OmadinoOkerenkokoEscravos Road Project<\/p>\n

Edo Police Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Traders Unharmed<\/p>\n

UNILORIN Graduates 9,924 Students From Inaugural U-Inspire Programme<\/p>\n

Defection: We Remain Solidly Behind Makinde, PDP PDP Members Declare<\/p>\n

616 Films To Feature At Kano Indigenous Languages Of Africa Film Festival<\/p>\n

Inmates Plead For Leniency As Otu Marks 66th Birthday At Calabar Correctional Centre<\/p>\n

Defections: Like PDP, Youll Soon Learn Bitter Lessons, ADC Tells APC<\/p>\n

BLUEPRINT<\/strong><\/p>\n

FG launches NDHS report, unveils data on fertility, child mortality<\/p>\n

Daily Times celebrates 100 years with bold vision of DTN @ 2.0<\/p>\n

Tinubu administration displaying political will to prosecutecorruption cases EFCC<\/p>\n

Group attacks PDP spokesman for insulting Ugwuanyi<\/p>\n

Jos North lawmaker reiterates commitment to healthcare development<\/p>\n

Kaduna South Reps member dumps PDP, joins APC<\/p>\n

Warnings from CBN Business Expectation Survey<\/p>\n

Consider grassroots politicians for appointments, Eke begs Tinubu, Kalu<\/p>\n

2025 Anambra governorship election: INEC announces schedule for PVC collection, mock accreditation<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu launches 410m project to transform Lagos waterways<\/p>\n

Nigeria: MSMEs top priority, contributes 50% to GDP Shettima<\/p>\n

NYCN cautions youths against October 20 protest, cites security threats<\/p>\n

Nnamdi kanus protest: Correctional centres are red zones, FG warns<\/p>\n

AUTHORITY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gov to replace 3,000 Zamfara sacked workers with non-indigenes, APC chieftain alleges<\/p>\n

China Commends Nigeria for Joint ONSA\/DSS\/Army Rescue of Four Kidnapped Citizens<\/p>\n

NEMSAS vows improved emergency healthcare services as WHO task FG on sustainable funding<\/p>\n

Weve concluded spiritual, political actions to secure Nnamdi Kanus release Barr. Okpalaezeukwu<\/p>\n

Thousands benefit from Ede Dafinone Medical Outreach in Ughelli<\/p>\n

Court Injunction Has Expired, Free Kanu March Must Hold Sowore<\/p>\n

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