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PMNEWS Friday 19, June, 2026
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General
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Nigeria’s External Reserves Hit 17-Year High Of $51.04bn
igeria’s external reserves have strengthening of Nigeria’s external buff - of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the coun- risen to $51.04 billion, their ers, with reserves maintaining an up- try’s gross external reserves stood a
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Of Sensitive Materials
ers that all necessary arrangements had By Kazeem UgBodaga been concluded for a successful election.
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engagements and grassroots mobi- A
ed locations, while election officials and ad hoc lisation across Ekiti State’s 16 local personnel had been deployed across the state.
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Terror Kingpin’s Mother,
striction of vehicular movement on E Saturday as security agencies intensi- fy measures to ensure a peaceful and credible
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Sister For 40 Years
governorship election across the state.
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T in force until 6:00 p.m., covering both in-
of terrorism-related offences to 40 jo, who was reportedly killed by security tra-state and inter-state roads within the state.
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Continued from pg.1 However, the opposi- Fraudsters Steal N134bn From
tion insists the race remains open.
midnight on Friday until 6 p.m. today.Page 2 - Read →
ently rejected suggestions that the election is Nigeria’s Banking System
tion covers both intra-state and inter-state a mere formality for the incumbent governor.
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• CBN Links 2024 Spike To N30bn cally sophisticated and have a history of
tu, said the measure was designed regard- making independent decisions to enhance security and prevent any less of prevailing political calculations.
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disruption of the electoral process. Internal Fraud Case
His campaign message has centred on of- Accredited INEC officials, election fering an alternative vision for governance, observers, journalists, medical personnel, improving economic opportunities and ad- emergency respo
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Nigeria’s External Court Jails
in fraud to stricter controls and country’s reserve position, describing (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
June 15 and $51.04 billion three days later. Commenting on the development, thePage 2 - Read →
Security, Peaceful Election
Vehicles ful electoral environment”.
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extensive measures have been lice, Dr Olanrewaju Ogunlowo, in By Police
put in place to guarantee a safe and overseeing security operations for orderly governorship election on the governorship election.
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T by the Inspector-General of Police,
operating without registration tor-General of Police for the election, Tunji Disu, to coordinate security number plates.
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IPOB Strips Kanu Of Leader,
istered vehicles for unlawful activities,” the statement said.
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Radio Biafra Positions ing citizens but to promote adherence to
existing traffic and security regulations.
Nnamdi Kanu.Page 3 - Read →
Military Issues Fresh River Benue Safety was taken in the interest of the organi-
legitimacy from the existence of the ing such claims as invalid.
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now-suspended Office of the Leader of the According to the statement, “ab initio Alert After Nine Die In Boat Mishap
objectives.
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d r a u G s t I r e w o L o T d r o ff A t o nn a C s o g a L y h W
The state government and security agencies deserve agos occupies a unique position in Nigeria.
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The Anatomy Of A Managed Crisis
Let no one romanticise what the genuine suppression of Nigeria’s t is becoming increasingly clear that Nigeria’s insecurity is or- By BámIdélé adémólá-olátéJú insecurity architecture demands.
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Baba Ijesha Secret - Wife
biodun Fola- Aanu Ni!
the public eye. their baby boy.Page 5 - Read →
About Alexx Ekubo
ollywood veteran and it hurts to see a life only lost an actor but lost a Chiwetalu Agu has like yours go out so soon.
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Nollywood Pays Final Respect
waraeke, popularly known as Alexx Ekubo, died at the age of 40 after a battle with
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advanced kidney cancer. To Alexx Ekubo In Abia
Speaking at the cere- mony on behalf of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, embers of the Nollywood community Pastor Caleb Ajagba de- gathered in Abia State to pay their final M scribed the late actor as respects to late act
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Tems Reflects On Emotional Performance At Obama Presidential Centre Opening Ceremony
igerian Grammy-winning singer, alongside an impressive lineup of inter- Tems, has shared her excitement national music stars, including Jennifer N and gratitude following her appear- Hudson, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Spring -
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Announces Debut Tour
orth West, daughter of reality television from the event on Instagram, including backstage star Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye passes and clips of North performing on stage.
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With Actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo
olombian music superstar Shakira has fuelled speculation about her love life C after she was spotted with Mexican actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo in Los Angeles.
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her portrayal of Samara Morgan in The Jason Momoa, Girlfriend Steal
withdrawn from public life.
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Spotlight At Supergirl Premiere In the footage, Combs is heard asking
the actress before her health deteriorated.
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stars in the early 2000s. She voiced the H
cial media in the wake of the actress’s passing.
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the actress. Cain later clarified that he Keith Dies At 29
had never described Alcock as unattrac- rammy-nominated American music tive, but the backlash continued online.
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Alcock has since spoken openly about G
ing hits for some of the biggest names the scrutiny women often face when in hip-hop, has reportedly died at the age of 29.
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World Cup Knockout Stages Eagles Squad – Chelle
o-hosts Mexico became the confirmed Javier Aguirre’s side will Earlier, captain Son Heung-min’s first nation to qualify for the advance as Group A winners.
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Outfits Become World Cup Talking Point
hile football fans around the world focus on performances • Eric Chelle W on the pitch, the Democratic Re- public of Congo’s national team has drawn uper Eagles coach Eric Chelle has in- significant changes to the Super
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