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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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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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Fainting by suspects in court was staged for attention — IG

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has stated that the fainting of six suspects in court before their arraignment was a deliberate act, scripted to attract negative attention. Egbetokun stressed, however, that medical assistance was promptly provided, underscoring the police’s commitment to the welfare of individuals in their custody. On Friday, 76 suspects, mostly minors...
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33m Nigerians may face food crisis in 2025 — Report

The Cadre Harmonisé Report for October has projected that at least 33.1 million people in 26 states and the FCT will face a food and nutrition crisis between June and August 2025. This projection comes from the CH Analysis Report released on Friday in Abuja. The analysis was conducted by the UN Food and Agriculture...
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Harvest of deaths on Nigeria’s northern waterways

Out of the blue, the serene waters that once symbolised hope and opportunity became harrowing pathways of grief and despair in the northern part of the country. For years, the region has been rocked by what could better be described as an epidemic of boat accidents that have claimed countless lives, turning joyous journeys into...
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Lagos, Ogun flood victims count losses, demand govt action

Since the Oyan Dam water was released, many residents of Lagos-Ogun border communities have been forced to abandon their homes and property, due to floodwaters which took over their homes. Many of these residents are asking the government to take measures that would put a permanent stop to the recurring nightmare, VICTOR AYENI writes With...
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