2 h. ago Ugochinyere warns against intimidation, urges IG to probe Imo police command

Rep. Ugochinyere calls on the IG to investigate the Imo Police Command for intimidation after they allegedly sealed off his reception venue. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugochinyere-warns-against-intimidation-urges-ig-to-probe-imo-police-command/

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4 h. ago Senate Passes ₦43.5trn Revised 2024 Budget, Extends 2025 Fiscal Year

The Senate has approved a revised ₦43.561 trillion 2024 Appropriation Act and a reworked 2025 budget framework, following the passage of the Appropriation (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bills. The bills were considered at the Committee of Supply and plenary, and subsequently passed by voice vote. Senators described the exercise as a significant step toward restoring fiscal […] The post Senate Passes ₦43.5trn Revised 2024 Budget, Extends 2025 Fiscal Year appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Reps urge security agencies to rescue 27 abducted persons in Plateau

Nigeria’s House of Representatives calls on security agencies to rescue 27 abducted persons in Plateau State and deploy more security to the Wase LGA. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-urge-security-agencies-to-rescue-27-abducted-persons-in-plateau/

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5 h. ago Yuletide: Celebrate Responsibly, Stay Vigilant Against Infectious Diseases, NCDC Urges Nigerians

As holiday celebrations kick off across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has urged Nigerians to celebrate responsibly and remain vigilant against infectious diseases that typically spike during the festive period. In a public health advisory issued by NCDC on Tuesday, its Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, warned that increased travel, […]

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5 h. ago Wike Urged To Intervene As Abuja Estate Alleges Illegal Conversion Of Parks Into Residential Plots

Wike Urged To Intervene As Abuja Estate Alleges Illegal Conversion Of Parks Into Residential Plots Residents of Blue Fountain Estate, also known as EFAB Metropolis in Karsana district, Abuja, have appealed directly to Barrister Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to urgently intervene in a escalating crisis involving alleged illegal land […]

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6 h. ago Police Welfare: IGP Egbetokun decorates newly promoted DIG, AIGs, CPs

The promotions followed a rigorous and transparent process conducted by the Police Service Commission (PSC)...

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6 h. ago IG decorates 21 senior police officers, urges ethical leadership

IGP Kayode Egbetokun decorates 21 newly promoted senior police officers, urging them to demonstrate ethical, results-driven leadership. Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-decorates-21-senior-police-officers-urges-ethical-leadership/

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7 h. ago INEC lauds journalists as Sokoto ranks third nationwide in CVR exercise

He also emphasised INEC’s resolve to prevent multiple registrations, noting that the commission’s system...

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7 h. ago NELFUND assures seamless operations amid fumigation exercise

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has informed its stakeholders, partners, and the general public that its

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9 h. ago Canadian employers urged to explore global talent visa, as start

Canadian employers seeking to recruit international talent have being urged to consider alternative immigration pathways, such as the global talent read more Canadian employers urged to explore global talent visa, as start-up visa program closes

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9 h. ago Yuletide: NAPTIP warns Jigawa residents against human traffickers

NAPTIP urges Jigawa residents to be vigilant against human traffickers during the Yuletide season. Learn to spot deceptive offers and protect your family. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-naptip-warns-jigawa-residents-against-human-traffickers/

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10 h. ago Gov Bago Receives 130 Rescued Students, Staff Of St. Mary’s Catholic School

Over 300 students and staff were abducted from the school in November, sparking outrage across the country. The post Gov Bago Receives 130 Rescued Students, Staff Of St. Mary’s Catholic School appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Yuletide: Bauchi Christian community urged to demonstrate love, care, peaceful coexistence

In the spirit of the Christmas season and the New Year, the Christian community in Bauchi State has been admonished to demonstrate love, care and peaceful coexistence.

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12 h. ago Caleb University VC urges 3,656 new students to prepare for rigorous academic exercise

The Vice-Chancellor of Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Professor Olalekan Asikhia, has advised the newly admitted 3,656 students of the university to prepare themselves for rigorous academic work throughout the duration of their programmes.

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13 h. ago NBA demands probe into disputed tax reform laws, urges suspension

The Nigerian Bar Association calls for an investigation into Nigeria’s tax reform laws, citing discrepancies that undermine the legislative process. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-demands-probe-into-disputed-tax-reform-laws-urges-suspension/

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14 h. ago I’m Ready For Any Role To Aid Super Eagles’ AFCON Bid – Awaziem

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has emphatically stated his readiness to play in any position for the national team as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Awaziem, who found the net in Nigeria’s recent 2-1 friendly defeat to Egypt, conveyed his commitment during an interview with Elegbete TV. With the […]

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17 h. ago Okonjo‑Iweala unveils Abia’s first electric shuttle buses, urges cleaner environment

Abia State launches Nigeria’s first fleet of 20 electric shuttle buses, a move praised by WTO’s Okonjo-Iweala for promoting a cleaner environment. Read More: https://punchng.com/okonjo%e2%80%91iweala-unveils-abias-first-electric-shuttle-buses-urges-cleaner-environment/

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17 h. ago I Sponsored Bill Establishing Applied Science Varsity – Senator La’ah

The senator who represented Kaduna South Senatorial District, Danjuma La’ah, has said he initiated and sponsored the bill for the establishment of Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (FUASK) during his tenure in the 8th and 9th Senate. La’ah, who was deputy minority whip in the 9th Senate, said while the bill was not assented […]

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23 h. ago FG hands over rescued students to Bago, promises school reopening

The Nigerian government announces the successful rescue of 130 abducted students and promises to reopen schools closed due to insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-hands-over-rescued-students-to-bago-promises-school-reopening/

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26 h. ago CDS Oluyede Hails Troops For Rescue Of Niger Schoolchildren, Teachers

  The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has commended troops for their bravery, professionalism, and swift response in the successful rescue of the remaining students of St. Mary School in Papiri, Agwara local government area of Niger State. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, in a statement, said the […]

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