2 h. ago UK: Woman, lover jailed for plotting armed attack on husband

A woman, Ethel Mills, and her lover, Geraint Berry, have been jailed for 19 years each after they were convicted of plotting an armed attack on her husband at

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3 h. ago Anambra community suspends festival over increased gunmen attacks

The Nawfia community in the Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State has announced the suspension of the major Igbo cultural

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3 h. ago Anambra MDAs yet to account for N750m in 2024 audit – Auditor

Anambra’s Auditor-General reveals N750 million is unaccounted for by MDAs in the 2024 state audit, a significant drop from 2023’s N2.5 billion. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-mdas-yet-to-account-for-n750m-in-2024-audit-auditor-general/

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3 h. ago Benue disburses N1.275bn support to victims of community attacks

Benue State government commences distribution of N1.275bn in aid to victims of community attacks, providing relief items, housing, and cash transfers. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-disburses-n1-275bn-support-to-victims-of-community-attacks/

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3 h. ago CSOs raise the alarm over killings, demand protection for IDPs

A coalition of CSOs calls on the Nigerian government for urgent protection for IDPs following a persistent pattern of deadly attacks during Christmas. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-raise-the-alarm-over-killings-demand-protection-for-idps/

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8 h. ago Reps raise election campaign spending caps, doubles presidential limit to ₦10bn

The House of Representatives has approved an increase in campaign spending limits for candidates contesting elective offices across the country. read more Reps raise election campaign spending caps, doubles presidential limit to ₦10bn

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9 h. ago Championing the Future: 84 PACF Women Power Through the ALX Tech Programme

Introduction: The Power of Intentional Investment  The narrative of African innovation is increasingly being written in lines of code, and today, 84 new, powerful voices have joined the conversation. PanAfrican Capital Foundation (PACFoundation) proudly celebrates the graduation of 84 exceptional young Nigerian women from the rigorous ALX Tech Programme, marking a significant milestone in our […] The post Championing the Future: 84 PACF Women Power Through the ALX Tech Programme appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Kogi: Kabba monarch, CAN suspend church activities over security threats

During the latest incident, bandits reportedly attacked the church during a Sunday service and abducted about 20 worshippers....

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11 h. ago Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks

The Obaro of Kabba and Chairman of the Kabba/Bunu Traditional Council, Oba Solomon Owoniyi, in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, has ordered the suspension of all church activities in the area until further notice. The directive followed a series of security breaches in the community, […] The post Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Traditional ruler, CAN suspend church activities in Kogi community following attacks

A traditional ruler and CAN suspend all church activities in a Kogi community until further notice following a series of deadly attacks and security breach Read More: https://punchng.com/traditional-ruler-can-suspend-church-activities-in-kogi-community-following-attacks/

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11 h. ago Troops foil terrorist drone attack in Borno, rescue kidnapped victim in Benue

TROOPS of the Nigerian Army operating under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have repelled a terrorist drone attack on their position at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Molai in Delwa village, Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.

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13 h. ago 2027: APC’s commanding majority signposts smooth victory for Tinubu, others — Yilwatda

….as Uzodimma projects APC Governors will increase to 28 Ahead of the 2027 general election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) read more 2027: APC’s commanding majority signposts smooth victory for Tinubu, others — Yilwatda

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14 h. ago Gunmen kill 12 miners, others missing in attack on Plateau mining site

Twelve miners were reportedly killed when suspected militias stormed a mining site in Ratoso Fan District of Barkin Ladi Local read more Gunmen kill 12 miners, others missing in attack on Plateau mining site

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14 h. ago Mavo joins Shoday on entertainers line up for GOtv Boxing Night Jams Festival

GOtv Boxing Night Jams Festival has added fast-rising Afrobeats star Mavo to its live performance line-up, joining Afro-fusion act Shoday at the event scheduled for 26 December at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.

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15 h. ago Digitising government payments is a major catalyst in driving financial inclusion in Nigeria in 2025

The digitisation of government payments is increasingly recognised as a critical mechanism for advancing financial inclusion in Nigeria. The COVID-19 read more Digitising government payments is a major catalyst in driving financial inclusion in Nigeria in 2025

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15 h. ago IHS Nigeria trains pupils in community development, volunteerism

IHS Nigeria trains pupils in five states in community development and volunteerism, instilling values of selfless service and social responsibility. Read More: https://punchng.com/ihs-nigeria-trains-pupils-in-community-development-volunteerism/

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22 h. ago Otedola raises stake in First HoldCo to over 18% with N14.8bn share purchase

Billionaire investor Femi Otedola has increased his stake in First HoldCo Plc after acquiring additional shares valued at ₦14.8 billion, read more Otedola raises stake in First HoldCo to over 18% with N14.8bn share purchase

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22 h. ago Delta community protests open grazing, threatens reprisal attack against killer herdsmen

A Delta community protests after suspected herdsmen brutally attacked a man over open grazing. Residents demand justice and threaten reprisal attacks. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-community-protests-open-grazing-threatens-reprisal-attack-against-killer-herdsmen/

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25 h. ago Permanent Secretary seeks increased funding, strategic partnerships to strengthen NYSC

Dr. Keshinro made the call during separate familiarization visits to the Director-General of NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and the Director-General of CLTC, Ms. Rinsola Abiola, at their respective headquarters.

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25 h. ago Nigeria’s telcos shift to fibre sharing as rising costs reshape expansion plans

Nigeria’s mobile network operators are increasingly turning to fibre and Radio Access Network (RAN) sharing as rising foreign exchange (FX) read more Nigeria’s telcos shift to fibre sharing as rising costs reshape expansion plans

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