81 m. ago Ekiti poll: Oluyede plans appeal as court nullifies PDP primary

A Federal High Court has nullified the Ekiti PDP primary election won by Wole Oluyede. The court ordered a fresh election, but Oluyede plans to appeal. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-poll-oluyede-plans-appeal-as-court-nullifies-pdp-primary/

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6 h. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has said that for reforms to be read more Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

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10 h. ago FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

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10 h. ago Ekiti 2026: Court nullifies PDP primaries, orders fresh exercise 

A Federal High Court has nullified the Ekiti PDP primaries for the 2026 governorship election, ordering a fresh exercise due to legal non-compliance. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-2026-court-nullifies-pdp-primaries-orders-fresh-exercise/

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11 h. ago 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries

In his reaction, the South-West zonal Publicity Secretary of PDP, Sanya Atofarati, noted that the party has the right to appeal the judgment, exuding confidence that PDP's legal team will act on it immediately. The post 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Transcorp Energy, Renewvia partner on Nigeria clean power push

  Transcorp Energy Limited and Renewvia Solar Nigeria Limited signed a memorandum of understanding to develop renewable energy projects across read more Transcorp Energy, Renewvia partner on Nigeria clean power push

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15 h. ago Nigeria’s biggest companies double down on assets as inflation, FX risks bite

Nigeria’s largest listed companies are spending heavily on property, plant and equipment (PPE), underscoring a strategic push to defend operations read more Nigeria’s biggest companies double down on assets as inflation, FX risks bite

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17 h. ago Ugandan opposition denounces ‘military state’ ahead of election

Uganda’s opposition decries a ‘military state’ amid arrests and violence as President Museveni seeks to extend his 40-year rule in a tense election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugandan-opposition-denounces-military-state-ahead-of-election/

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20 h. ago Ogiame Atuwatse III: In Pursuit Of Enduring Future For Itsekiri People

His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri, ascended the sacred throne of his forebears on August 21, 2021, as the 21st Olu of Warri, marking the dawn of a defining era in the over 500-year history of the Warri Kingdom. Coming at a pivotal moment that demanded renewal, courage and vision, His […]

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23 h. ago Protesters in Ogun demand halt to demolition of ancestral homes

Residents of 15 Ogun communities protest planned demolition of their ancestral homes, urging Gov. Abiodun to intervene despite an ongoing court case. Read More: https://punchng.com/protesters-in-ogun-demand-halt-to-demolition-of-ancestral-homes/

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25 h. ago Implement our 15 demands to avoid strike, resident doctors tell FG

Nigeria’s resident doctors (NARD) have presented 15 demands to the government, threatening a strike if issues on salaries and allowances are not met. Read More: https://punchng.com/implement-our-15-demands-to-avoid-strike-resident-doctors-tell-fg/

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26 h. ago Aviation budget falls by N18.6bn despite infrastructure push

Explore Nigeria’s 2026 aviation budget, detailing an N18.6bn cut despite calls for infrastructure upgrades. See planned airport projects and industry react Read More: https://punchng.com/aviation-budget-falls-by-n18-6bn-despite-infrastructure-push/

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29 h. ago Edo PDP faults varsity students’ arraignment, remand over protest

Edo State’s PDP condemns the arrest of Ambrose Alli University students after an insecurity protest, demanding their immediate and unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-pdp-faults-varsity-students-arraignment-remand-over-protest/

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29 h. ago Protest: NANS condemns detention of Edo varsity students, demands release

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) condemns the detention of 52 Edo varsity students and demands their immediate, unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/protest-nans-condemns-detention-of-edo-varsity-students-demands-release/

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29 h. ago  Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms

Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twins, died on January 7, 2026, following complications during a series of preparatory medical procedures. The post  Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 h. ago Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms

Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twins, died on January 7, 2026, following complications during a series of preparatory medical procedures. The post Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The senior lawyer expressed grave concern about the recurring incidents of absolutely preventable deaths resulting from medical negligence. The post Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago Chimamanda Adichie: Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The senior lawyer called for the immediate establishment of an independent health regulatory authority. The post Chimamanda Adichie: Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System appeared first on Channels Television.

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