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Nollywood actor Kunle Afolayan loses mother

Nollywood actor and film producer Kunle Afolayan has announced the passing of his mother, Omoladun Afolayan, who has died at the age of 81. The film producer shared the sad news on his Instagram page on Saturday, posting cherished memories with his late mother, including photos of her with her grandchildren. He wrote, “It is...
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Section 3 of Lagos-Calabar Highway to begin December – Umahi

The Federal Government on Friday announced that construction on sections 3 and 3B of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road would commence by mid-December. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection tour of the Lagos Calabar coastal road while leading members of the National Assembly on an on-site assessment of ongoing infrastructure projects...
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Oyo to establish business district in Ibadan

The Oyo State Government is set to establish a business district in Ibadan, the state capital, creating a commercial corridor that will become a hub of economic activity. The Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Williams Funmilayo, announced this through a statement on Friday by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, during...
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Key matches to watch in Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga

Some of Europe’s top leagues—Premier League, La Liga, and Bundesliga—are set to deliver thrilling clashes across their respective matchdays in an exciting weekend of football. PUNCH Online highlights a rundown of the biggest games and key fixtures. Premier League Premier League action kicks off with Newcastle United hosting Arsenal on Saturday at 12:30, setting the...
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US-Israeli settlers seek Trump’s second term

Less than a week before the United States presidential election, Americans living in settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank knew exactly who they wanted to win: Donald Trump. Recent polls show that a majority of Israelis, 66 per cent according to one conducted by Israel’s Channel 12 News, dream of the days when the former...
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DJ Cuppy hints at quitting her job

Nigerian Disc Jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has hinted at quitting her job. In a statement on her X handle, Cuppy explained that dJing was her passion but this year she has been feeling she’s meant to level up and make a bigger impact. “DJing is my passion, but tbh this year...
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I didn’t sleep my way to the top – Cardi B

American rapper, Cardi B has expressed her frustration with the negative stereotypes that successful women face in society. She pointed out that despite women working ten times harder and performing better than their male counterparts, their achievements are often attributed to their beauty or seen as a result of using their bodies to get ahead....
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Kebbi gov unveils youth empowerment programme

The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has launched the disbursement of N70 million to 700 youths selected from the 21 Local Government Areas of the state. Speaking at the launch of the youth empowerment programme at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi on Friday, the governor stated that each beneficiary would receive a grant...
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