4 h. ago PZ retains African operations, buoyed by Nigeria’s prospects

After a strategic review, PZ Cussons is retaining its Africa business. The decision is driven by Nigeria’s economic recovery and long-term population growt Read More: https://punchng.com/pz-retains-african-operations-buoyed-by-nigerias-prospects/

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7 h. ago BPP, SON partner to enforce Nigeria first policy in govt procurement

The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) are collaborating to ensure that government procurement complies with the Nigeria First Policy in a bid to encourage patronage of made-in-Nigeria products. While signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the application of Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS), Dr Adebowale A. Adedokun […]

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9 h. ago FG to advance inclusive family planning for women, girls with disabilities

"We will strengthen collaboration with partners, we will build capacity among health workers...

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9 h. ago Reps pledge to strengthen occupational health, safety regulations

Nigeria’s National Assembly is set to overhaul outdated workplace safety regulations, replacing the Factories Act of 2004 to protect all workers. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-pledge-to-strengthen-occupational-health-safety-regulations/

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10 h. ago Put your house in order, Olubadan tells agitators of State creation

Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland,  has told advocates of New Oyo State with Capital in Oyo to read more Put your house in order, Olubadan tells agitators of State creation

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10 h. ago Speaker Tajudeen raises concerns over Nigeria’s defective occupational safety laws

Abbas noted that many workers continue to suffer injuries, illnesses and deaths that could have been avoided with stronger regulations and proper enforcement.

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11 h. ago Troops Rescue Kidnapped Victim In Taraba After Swift Operation

The operation was conducted on 11 December 2025 after troops received a distress report on the movement of the kidnappers within the area. The post Troops Rescue Kidnapped Victim In Taraba After Swift Operation appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago Ondo: Police arrest three for allegedly staging kidnapping to extort family

He explained that police operatives from the command immediately opened an investigation, while preliminary findings revealed that the supposed victim had deliberately planned his own abduction.

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11 h. ago Insecurity: Airpower remains central to military operational success — Defence Minister

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), on Thursday reaffirmed the critical importance of air power in ongoing security operations in the country...

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11 h. ago Nigeria’s $1tn economy goal depends on digital skills, innovation, human capital — Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday said Nigeria’s ambition to achieve a $1 trillion economy is tied to boosting productivity, nurturing innovation and equipping citizens, especially the youth, with globally competitive digital skills.

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12 h. ago Niger govt uncovers coordinated fraud network masquerading as empowerment registration

The Niger State Government has uncovered a dangerous, highly coordinated fraud network operating across communities under the false guise of registering residents for Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s empowerment programmes.

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13 h. ago FULL LIST: DHQ orders immediate removal of unauthorised checkpoints nationwide

Commanders have been directed to ensure compliance only with control points deemed operationally essential.

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13 h. ago United Nigeria Airlines’ operations disrupted after bird strike grounds aircraft

United Nigeria Airlines has announced that due to a bird strike on one of its operating aircraft, some flights across read more United Nigeria Airlines’ operations disrupted after bird strike grounds aircraft

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14 h. ago Reps ask FG to prioritise forex allocation to airline operators

The House of Representatives on Thursday urged the Federal Government to prioritise the allocation of foreign exchange at concessionary rates for airline operators.

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16 h. ago Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

In recent weeks, a wave of commentary has suggested that Nigeria’s new tax regime may scare away investors, trigger capital read more Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

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16 h. ago Riyadh 2025: IAWPA Hails NEDC For Participation At UNIDO Summit

The International Association of World Peace Ambassadors (IAWPA) has commended the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) for its participation at the just-concluded UNIDO Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Amb. Nwokoma Messiah, Director Media and Publicity of IAWPA, stated that the participation of NEDC in the summit was a significant step towards raising cooperation and partnerships that […]

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17 h. ago Kano govt to recruit 4,000 new teachers to boost foundational learning

The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced plans to recruit an additional 4,000 teachers as part of efforts to strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy across public primary schools in the state.

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17 h. ago Cross River: Police nab suspects, pledge peaceful festivities

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, Rashid Afegbua, has reaffirmed the state’s preparedness for the upcoming Carnival Calabar, announcing the arrest of two suspects in separate operations as part of intensified crime-prevention efforts.

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18 h. ago EPL: Ferdinand Raises Concerns Over Arsenal’s Title Challenge

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand is worried about how closely Manchester City have come to Arsenal in the Premier League title race. The Englishman is also concerned about the Gunners’ injury issues as they pursue a long-awaited title under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal, who were favoured to claim the title this season after years of […]

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18 h. ago Abuja Schools Rush Exams Amid Parents’ Growing Fears Over Insecurity

Schools across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have hurriedly concluded their end-of-term examinations as rising insecurity fuels anxiety among parents, teachers, and administrators. Over the past few weeks, several schools, both public and private have quietly revised their academic calendars, compressing examination schedules to allow children to go home earlier than planned. What would typically […]

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