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Lagos to Host CAF Awards 2026: Ceremony Date Moved Forward

Lagos to Host CAF Awards 2026: Ceremony Date Moved Forward

NOV 10, 8:45 PM

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a new date for the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2026, now set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria. Originally scheduled for December 7, the awards will occur five days earlier, although the reason for the change has not been disclosed.

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Tee Tumblers dominate GYMFEST as organisers target international expansion

NOVEMBER 10, 7:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times

Kofunjo Club finished second with nine gold, 11 silver and 11 bronze medals for 60 points. The post Tee Tumblers dominate GYMFEST as organisers target international expansion appeared first on Premium

Tee Tumblers dominate GYMFEST as organisers target international expansion

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GTCO Reports 12% Decline in Nine-Month Profit Amid Rising Costs

GTCO Reports 12% Decline in Nine-Month Profit Amid Rising Costs

Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) has announced a 12% drop in profit for the first nine months of the year, attributing the decline to soaring interest expenses that surged by nearly 28%. Despite an increase in interest income, the financial services group is grappling with the pressures of rising operational costs.

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Corruption Allegations Surface Against Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika

Corruption Allegations Surface Against Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika

Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, faces serious corruption charges related to a controversial N1.3 billion contract awarded to a close associate. Testimonies reveal potential favoritism in the awarding of the Nigeria Air project, raising questions about governance and accountability in Nigeria's aviation sector.

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NNPC and Oando Unite in Global Effort to Curb Gas Flaring Amid Rising Emissions

In response to increasing emissions, Nigeria's NNPC and Oando are collaborating on a global initiative aimed at eliminating gas flaring. This partnership emerges as independent reports indicate a troubling rise in gas flaring activities across the nation for the third consecutive year.

NOVEMBER 10, 11:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times
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Stop following Tinubu to rallies, Uzor Kalu tells APC leaders

Mr Kalu’s comments reinforce the campaign council’s recent directive restricting political appointees and campaign officials to rallies in their home states as the APC begins preparations for the 2027

NOVEMBER 10, 11:15 PM•BY The Abuja Times
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NOV 9, 12:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times

After a tumultuous four-year public dispute, actress Nkechi Blessing and her ex-lover Falegan have reconciled, emphasizing their peace should not be interpreted as a revival of their romantic relationship. The actress made it clear that while they have resolved their differences, their relationship remains strictly platonic.

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