38 m. ago Cleaner environment: Ogun adopts community service for waste offenders

The Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Mr Ola Oresanya, has announced that residents caught dumping refuse on roads will henceforth be arrested, corrected with compassion, and assigned community service as punishment.

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4 h. ago New Defence Minister Pledges Review Of Theatre Commands, Zero Tolerance For Corruption

The newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), on Friday, assumed office with a pledge to review theatre operation commands, and improve troops welfare. The Minister also declared zero tolerance for corruption, indiscipline and indolence at the Ministry. “We will begin with a rigorous review of all theatre commands and inter-service operations. My […]

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5 h. ago Federal Government Pledges Fair, Transparent Implementation Of New Tax Laws

The Federal Government has assured citizens and investors that the rollout of the recently enacted tax laws will be carried out responsibly, transparently, and with consideration for economic realities. This commitment was given on Friday in Abuja by the chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Mr. Joseph Tegbe, following the inauguration of […]

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9 h. ago SFH to enroll 1.9m people living with HIV into health insurance

Society for Family Health (SFH) will enroll 1.9M people with HIV into Nigeria’s health insurance, integrating TB and family planning services amid donor cu Read More: https://punchng.com/sfh-to-enroll-1-9m-people-living-with-hiv-into-health-insurance/

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14 h. ago Wema Bank To Empower Shoppers With 20% Cashback At Fashion Souk

Wema Bank has announced that it will be empowering shoppers at Fashion Souk 2025 with a 20% cashback offer on all purchases made using Wema or ALAT debit cards. The event, scheduled for December 6 and 7 at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, will provide a vibrant marketplace for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands while […]

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14 h. ago At Ologuneru, it was a battle of wits and wills over Circular Road corridor

The atmosphere was thick with apprehension. Palpable fear filled the air. Even some government officials walked with trepidation. Everyone was cautious and most people had already mapped out an escape strategy in case things turned awry. Many, despite the presence of security officers, had their vehicles parked far away from the centre of action and […]

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18 h. ago Lagos dep gov, Senator Adebule lead dignitaries as LASUMA unveils 2025 General Assembly, scholarship awards

THE Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) is set to hold its 2025 General Assembly and Awards Ceremony on Sunday at the Eko Club Bamboo Elegushi Hall, Surulere. The event, commencing at 11 am, will bring together eminent LASU alumni, with former Lagos State deputy governor and serving Senator, Dr. Idiat Adebule, chairing the occasion, […]

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25 h. ago Insecurity: Nigerians Will Soon See Results — Defence Minister Musa

General Musa, 57, now assumes one of Nigeria’s strategic national security positions, with widespread expectation that his experience as CDS will help stabilise the nation’s security landscape. The post Insecurity: Nigerians Will Soon See Results — Defence Minister Musa appeared first on Channels Television.

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26 h. ago FG Will Work With Imo To Improve Investments, Economy — Shettima

Shettima, at the Imo economic summit, identified the state as a major pillar in Nigeria’s economic diversification plan, with high potential for growth in technology, gas utilisation, and small and medium-scale enterprises. The post FG Will Work With Imo To Improve Investments, Economy — Shettima appeared first on Channels Television.

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47 h. ago ‘No Negotiation With Terrorists’, Says Ministerial Nominee Christopher Musa At Senate Screening

Minister of Defence nominee, General Christopher Musa (rtd), on Wednesday, vowed to enforce a zero-tolerance policy against criminality, declaring that there will be “no negotiation with bandits or terrorists” if confirmed as Minister of Defence. Speaking during his ministerial screening before the Senate, Musa dismissed the idea of negotiating with kidnappers or armed groups, warning […]

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2 d. ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Backs Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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2 d. ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Back Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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3 d. ago ‘Kogi ‘ll Never Negotiate With Bandits’, Says Info Commissioner

The Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, has declared that the state government is maintaining its zero-tolerance stance on negotiating with criminal elements, insisting that Kogi will never bow to bandits under any circumstance. Fanwo, who appeared on Channels Television on Tuesday morning, stated emphatically that Governor Usman Ododo has made it […]

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4 d. ago New PDP NWC will ensure transparency, fairness, equity – Turaki

The new PDP NWC Chairman, Tanimu Turaki, vows to ensure transparency, fairness, and equity, stating only candidates with integrity will make the ballot. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-pdp-nwc-will-ensure-transparency-fairness-equity-turaki/

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4 d. ago ‘When you start with violence, you will reap violence’, Obaseki fires back at Okpebholo

“This week, this governor had a disgraceful press conference, where he was threatening me. Somebody born in Oredo. This is a villager threatening me that I cannot come to Benin, and that when I come, he will show me. Me...

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4 d. ago CAF Schools Championship: Nigeria To Battle CIV, Benin In Ouagadougou

Nigeria will tackle teams from Benin Republic and Cote d’Ivoire in the group stages of the WAFU B zonal qualifiers for this year’s CAF Schools Football Championship. The zonal qualifying tournament will take place in Ouagadougou, capital of Burkina Faso, this week. The four-day fiesta will witness competition in both male and female categories, though […]

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5 d. ago Presidency to Obasanjo: Nigeria will not outsource its security

…Assures that Tinubu will end terrorism … Engagements on with partners to end terrorism …Tinubu will adopt kinetic and non- read more Presidency to Obasanjo: Nigeria will not outsource its security

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5 d. ago Nigeria will no longer export raw minerals without local processing — FG

The Federal Government has insisted that Nigeria will no longer continue the long-standing practice of exporting raw minerals without meaningful local processing, as the proposed 30% value-addition law moves closer to presidential assent.

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6 d. ago Osun 2026: APM won’t collapse structure for APC, PDP, says chairman

The Allied People’s Movement (APM) in Osun State declares it will contest the 2026 election to win, dismissing rumors of merging with APC or PDP. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-apm-wont-collapse-structure-for-apc-pdp-says-chairman/

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6 d. ago Grammy Museum Taps Ayra Starr for Headline Event in New York

The Grammy Museum is bringing Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr to Brooklyn for a headline conversation and performance this December. The event, “A New York Evening With Ayra Starr,” will take place on December 16, 2025, at National Sawdust. The program will dig into the singer’s rapid creative journey and feature an intimate live set, moderated […]

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