3 h. ago Implementation risk looms as Lagos targets third parties in tax recovery

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has enforced specific provisions of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) 2025 that read more Implementation risk looms as Lagos targets third parties in tax recovery

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3 h. ago Inside Borno community where residents travel to Cameroon to access potable water

Residents of Kirawa, a Borno border community, travel to Cameroon daily for potable water due to a lingering crisis and unfulfilled government promises. Read More: https://punchng.com/inside-borno-community-where-residents-travel-to-cameroon-to-access-potable-water/

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3 h. ago Govt deepens digital inclusion for persons with disabilities

Nigeria’s government reinforces its commitment to digital inclusion for persons with disabilities through a NITDA digital literacy training program. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-deepens-digital-inclusion-for-persons-with-disabilities/

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4 h. ago Inside Nigeria’s event industry where planners, vendors turn dream occasions into nightmares (1)

Explore the growing problems in Nigeria’s event industry, where disputes between planners and vendors are turning dream occasions into nightmares. Read More: https://punchng.com/inside-nigerias-event-industry-where-planners-vendors-turn-dream-occasions-into-nightmares-1/

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4 h. ago Bandits holding 13 Kaduna abductees despite N40m payment – Community leader

Bandits have refused to release 13 Kaduna abductees from Gidan Waya community despite a N40m ransom payment, plunging the village into hunger and fear. Read More: https://punchng.com/bandits-holding-13-kaduna-abductees-despite-n40m-payment-community-leader/

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5 h. ago Customs report N7.28tn revenue surge, seek security integration

The Nigeria Customs Service announced a record N7.28tn revenue for 2025, citing new reforms, while also tackling port delays costing N3tn annually. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-report-n7-28tn-revenue-surge-seek-security-integration/

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8 h. ago No plan to replace Shettima as Tinubu’s running mate in 2027

…as Northern youths raise ₦200m to buy Tinubu’s re-election form The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports suggesting that Vice read more No plan to replace Shettima as Tinubu’s running mate in 2027- APC

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8 h. ago Customs says port reforms could cut cargo delays 40%, save N3trn annually

…announces record N7trn revenue in 2025 Nigeria Customs Service says reforms at the country’s busiest ports could cut cargo clearance read more Customs says port reforms could cut cargo delays 40%, save N3trn annually

Transport

10 h. ago JOHESU Strike: NMA Denies Doctors’ Salary Upgrade, Faults NLC, TUC Ultimatum

The NMA described the claim as misleading and capable of fuelling industrial tension in the health sector. The post JOHESU Strike: NMA Denies Doctors’ Salary Upgrade, Faults NLC, TUC Ultimatum appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago EU gives WhatsApp until May to comply with Digital Services Act rules

Meta Platforms Inc’s WhatsApp has been given until mid-May 2026 to comply with the European Union’s toughest digital content rules. read more EU gives WhatsApp until May to comply with Digital Services Act rules

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11 h. ago Cutlass attack unacceptable, we condemn it, says Abia agency DG

Abia’s environmental agency (ASEPA) condemns a severe cutlass attack on a resident by one of its operatives and promises to cover medical bills. Read More: https://punchng.com/cutlass-attack-unacceptable-we-condemn-it-says-abia-agency-dg/

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12 h. ago Dismissed Police Officer Arrested For Robbery, ₦150,000 Extortion In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old dismissed police officer, Haruna Haggai, for allegedly impersonating a serving police officer, snatching motorcycles and extorting residents of Minna, the state capital. Haggai was arrested on January 16, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m. at his residence in the Sauka-Kahuta area by operatives of the Force Intelligence […]

Events

12 h. ago Kwankwaso’s Son Resigns As Kano Youth And Sports Commissioner

The resignation comes amid the planned defection of Governor Yusuf to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday (today). The post Kwankwaso’s Son Resigns As Kano Youth And Sports Commissioner appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Military To Try Officers Over Alleged Plot To Overthrow Govt

It says that the decision is in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations. The post Military To Try Officers Over Alleged Plot To Overthrow Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago [UPDATED] Military To Try Officers Over Alleged Plot To Overthrow Govt

It says that the decision is in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations. The post [UPDATED] Military To Try Officers Over Alleged Plot To Overthrow Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago WEF 2026: Nigeria weighs on food security, power, housing to drive jobs

A surging youth population in Africa and rapid urbanisation have intensified the demand for jobs and inclusive services. As policymakers read more WEF 2026: Nigeria weighs on food security, power, housing to drive jobs

Society

15 h. ago Court Fixes Tuesday To Rule On Application To Halt FCTA Workers’ Strike Action

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has scheduled Tuesday, January 27, to deliver a ruling on an application seeking to halt the ongoing strike by workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). Justice Emmanuel Subilim adjourned the case for judgement after hearing arguments from legal representatives of both parties. The suit, filed by the […]

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15 h. ago PICTORIAL: FCTA Workers, NLC Picket Industrial Court As Wike Sues Unions Over Strike

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), on Monday, stormed the premises of the National Industrial Court in Abuja, joined by leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), in protest against what they described as persistent violations of their rights by the FCTA management and political leadership. The demonstration, which drew hundreds of workers […]

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15 h. ago Nepotism hollowed out Nigeria’s foreign service and weakened its diplomatic power

In the last quarter of 2025, Nigeria faced credible threats of American intervention over allegations of Christian persecution.  The Federal read more Nepotism hollowed out Nigeria’s foreign service and weakened its diplomatic power

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15 h. ago Nigeria Customs Generates N7.28trn To Exceed 2025 Revenue Target

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a remarkable revenue performance in 2025, collecting N7.28 trillion and surpassing its target by N697 billion, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, announced on Monday. Speaking at the International Customs Day 2026 celebration in Abuja, which coincided with the launch of the Service’s Time Release Study (TRS), […]

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