34 m. ago London Property Scandal: NBA Committee Reacts As Federal Govt Charges Ozekhome With Forgery

The Nigerian Bar Association’s (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee has described the three-count criminal charge filed against human rights lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome (SAN), by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) as a welcome development. The chairman of the NBA Anti-Corruption Committee, Prof. Babafemi Badejo, who stated this in an exclusive interview, praised […]

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3 h. ago Experts urge broader insurance upgrades beyond recapitalisation

Industry experts state Nigeria’s insurance recapitalisation must be paired with investments in skills, technology, and market expansion for true growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-broader-insurance-upgrades-beyond-recapitalisation/

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4 h. ago Banditry: GOC visits Sokoto community, promises military protection

The GOC of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division visited a community displaced by Sokoto banditry, promising sustained military protection to restore normalcy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-goc-visits-sokoto-community-promises-military-protection/

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4 h. ago As Buni’s tenure winds down, succession calculations intensify in Yobe

As Governor Mai Mala Buni’s final term nears its end, succession calculations intensify in Yobe, with behind-the-scenes maneuvering for the 2027 race. Read More: https://punchng.com/as-bunis-tenure-winds-down-succession-calculations-intensify-in-yobe/

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8 h. ago Please, can someone tell Atiku he is unelectable as President of Nigeria in 2027?

There comes a point in the life of every political actor when ambition must submit to realism, and legacy must read more Please, can someone tell Atiku he is unelectable as President of Nigeria in 2027?

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8 h. ago Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has reportedly welcomed another child with his wife, Bewaji, while still in police custody. Sources said the singer received the news of the birth with excitement despite his current situation and has expressed a strong desire to regain his freedom in order to see his newborn […] The post Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has disclosed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy encountered an unexpected delay at a Moroccan airport while travelling to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat. Motsepe made this known during a recent press conference, revealing that the singer was briefly held by customs officials […] The post 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes Global Services Limited has explained why many Nigerians in the diaspora are becoming read more Developer explains why diaspora investors are losing confidence in Nigeria

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15 h. ago Strong rental yields await investors at growth corridors in cities

One of the major trends that will play out in the Nigerian real estate investment market in 2026 is the read more Strong rental yields await investors at growth corridors in cities

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15 h. ago AFCON: Super Eagles’ bronze win will inspire Nigerians — Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio congratulates the Super Eagles for their AFCON bronze medal win, describing the feat as an inspiration to Nigerians. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-super-eagles-bronze-win-will-inspire-nigerians-akpabio/

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16 h. ago Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

Independent Newspapers Limited is set to recognise and honour outstanding Nigerians with lifetime achievement awards for their contributions to the read more Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

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17 h. ago NiDCOM Condemns Killing Of Nigerian By His Brothers In India

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has expressed sadness over what it described as “the tragic and senseless death” of Emeka Christian, a Nigerian national in Pune, India, allegedly beaten to death by two of his brothers, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute. The Commission in a statement issued on Saturday […]

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17 h. ago Kaduna South Senator Katung Rallies Support For Tinubu, Governor Sani’s Re

The Senator representing Kaduna South senatorial district, Sunday Marshall Katung, has appealed to his supporters to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, in the 2027 general election. Katung also distanced himself from unauthorised statements allegedly made by individuals claiming to be his supporters, which were critical of the […]

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17 h. ago Oyo empire belongs to history, no Yoruba king holds supremacy — Tinubu’s aide

A presidential aide states the Oyo empire history is past, urging modern Yoruba kings to collaborate as no single monarch holds supremacy today. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-empire-belongs-to-history-no-yoruba-king-holds-supremacy-tinubus-aide/

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18 h. ago Army pledges to protect Sokoto community after bandit attack

The Nigerian Army assures residents of a Sokoto community of sustained protection following a recent bandit attack, committing to restore normalcy and secu Read More: https://punchng.com/army-pledges-to-protect-sokoto-community-after-bandit-attack/

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19 h. ago Joint health unions demand urgent FG action on workers’ plight

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) in Kwara State has staged a read more Joint health unions demand urgent FG action on workers’ plight

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19 h. ago Stop distracting Abia with 2027 election talk, Otti tells opposition

Abia Governor Alex Otti warns opponents to stop early Abia 2027 election permutations, insisting his focus is on development, not political noise. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-distracting-abia-with-2027-election-talk-otti-tells-opposition/

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19 h. ago NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

The Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) have intensified efforts to raise workplace read more NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

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19 h. ago Suspended Kebbi ALGON Chairman: APC’s Disciplinary Test Ahead Of 2027

The Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Chairman of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area and Kebbi State ALGON Chairman, Alhaji Dahiru Nayaya Ambursa, triggering fresh internal tensions ahead of 2027. KABIR WURMA examines the political intrigues and uncertainties arising from the decision.   The suspension of the chairman of […]

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20 h. ago Nigeria Risks Repeating History If We Forget 1966 Coup, Civil War – Maj. Onyefuru (Rtd)

Major Godwin Onyefuru, a retired Nigerian Army officer, still carries the scars of the 1966 coup that reshaped the nation’s history. Now 84 and visually impaired, Onyefuru reflects on his harrowing experiences following the coup, including incarceration and near-death encounters. In this interview with ACHOR ABIMAJE, he recounts how his deepest regret was being unknowingly […]

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