5 h. ago US congressman to brief Trump on plan to address killings in Nigeria

A US congressman is preparing a report for President Trump on a coordinated plan to address the killings of Christians in Nigeria’s Middle Belt. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-congressman-to-brief-trump-on-plan-to-address-killings-in-nigeria/

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5 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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8 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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16 h. ago Lekki Toll Gate ‘massacre’ report fake news, Lai Mohammed insists

Former minister Lai Mohammed doubles down, calling the Lekki Toll Gate massacre report fake news and citing a lack of missing person claims five years on. Read More: https://punchng.com/lekki-toll-gate-massacre-report-fake-news-lai-mohammed-insists/

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s petrol consumption declines to 52.9 million litres per day

NIGERIA’S petrol consumption declined to an average of 52.9 million litres per day in November, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA)’s latest Fact Sheet has shown. Nigerian Tribune gathered that the figure reflects a notable shift in national fuel demand patterns. The latest report by the NMDPRA noted that the November figure […]

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23 h. ago Tinubu Orders Implementation Of Institute’s Report On Blue Economy

President Bola Tinubu has announced a new security and economic framework aimed at unlocking Nigeria’s vast marine and aquatic resources under the blue economy as one of the country’s most critical sectors for national transformation. He directed all relevant ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to immediately review and implement the recommendations of the National Institute […]

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27 h. ago UN Report: Investing in planetary health would deliver higher GDP, fewer deaths, less poverty

By: Martin Metieh The most comprehensive assessment of the global environment ever undertaken has found that investing in a stable climate, healthy nature and land, and a pollution-free planet can deliver trillions in additional global GDP, avoid millions of deaths and lift hundreds of millions of people out of poverty and hunger. The Global Environment […]

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28 h. ago Weak political commitment threatens women’s empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals weak political commitment and significant data gaps are threatening women’s economic empowerment across Nigeria’s states. Read More: https://punchng.com/weak-political-commitment-threatens-womens-empowerment-budgit/

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30 h. ago Taliban summons Afghan men for wearing ‘peaky blinders–style outfits’

Four Afghan men were ordered to report to the Taliban government’s Ministry of Vice and Virtue for wearing costumes inspired by the TV series Peaky Blinders.

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30 h. ago Nigerian Cornell Scholar Champions Women’s Central Role In Nation

A Nigerian doctoral researcher at Cornell University, Omobolanle Joseph Akinniyi, has called for a reshaping of national and global understanding of women’s contributions to nation-building through groundbreaking academic work that connects historical insight to contemporary political relevance. Akinniyi, a PhD candidate in African History, made the call in a chat with journalists on Tuesday. He […]

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32 h. ago Poor data, low political will threaten women’s economic empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals poor data and weak political will are key barriers to women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria, despite existing laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/poor-data-low-political-will-threaten-womens-economic-empowerment-budgit/

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36 h. ago Cross River Lawmakers Sack LG Chair, Orders Fresh Poll In 30 Days

The Cross River State House of Assembly has sacked the chairman of Bekwarra local government area council, Theresa Ushie, over allegations of gross misconduct. The decision came after the House of Assembly adopted the report of its Committee on Judiciary and Public Petitions. Eight councillors from Bekwarra Legislative Council filed a petition on May 19, 2025, […]

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36 h. ago Nearly 200 Children Conceived From Sperm Donor With Increased Cancer Risk — Report

Between 2006 and 2022, the man's sperm was sold to 67 clinics in 14 countries. In Denmark alone, 99 children were fathered by the donor. The post Nearly 200 Children Conceived From Sperm Donor With Increased Cancer Risk — Report appeared first on Channels Television.

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38 h. ago Remi Tinubu reacts after backlash over interaction with Adeleke at event

“Those entrusted with leadership understand their duties and how to steer the affairs of society

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38 h. ago Insulting me over my interaction with Adeleke needless, Remi Tinubu tells critics

“Those entrusted with leadership understand their duties and how to steer the affairs of society. More often, it is the followers and critics who..."

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41 h. ago The CBN’s blind spot: National Entrepreneurship Programme fails 99% of self

The National Entrepreneurship Programme has reached just one percent of self-employed women while failing the neglected 99 percent. BudgIT’s State read more The CBN’s blind spot: National Entrepreneurship Programme fails 99% of self-employed women

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54 h. ago Transforming newsroom: UI don trains journalists on solutions reporting

“Our goal is simple: to deepen understanding of solutions journalism—what it

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61 h. ago New Jersey ‘Santa For Hire’ Arrested Over Alleged Possession Of Child Abuse Material

  A 64-year-old New Jersey man who worked as a “Santa for hire” has been arrested after authorities accused him of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material, a revelation that has raised alarm over his repeated contact with children during holiday events. According to a Tuesday report by the Daily Star, the suspect, Mark […]

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62 h. ago Anambra CP cracks down on security uniform abuse, unveils enforcement measures

Anambra police announce new measures to curb security uniform abuse. Residents are urged to report suspicious individuals impersonating personnel. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-cp-cracks-down-on-security-uniform-abuse-unveils-enforcement-measures/

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66 h. ago Israel responsible for 43% of journalists killed worldwide in 2025 – RSF

A 2025 RSF report finds Israel responsible for 43% of journalists killed worldwide, with 29 slain in Gaza. The year saw 67 total deaths globally. Read More: https://punchng.com/israel-responsible-for-43-of-journalists-killed-worldwide-in-2025-rsf/

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