29 m. ago Enforce distribution guideline to tackle fake medicines, pharmaceutical group urges govt

A Nigerian pharmaceutical group urges the government to enforce drug distribution guidelines to combat the circulation of fake medicines and protect public Read More: https://punchng.com/enforce-distribution-guideline-to-tackle-fake-medicines-pharmaceutical-group-urges-govt/

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49 m. ago Power probe: Reps invite BPE, Core Investors over challenges facing GENCOs, DISCOs

The House of Representatives has directed the management of Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) and Core Investors in the power sector with a view to address myriad of challenges facing the country.

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3 h. ago Cancer patient rejects blood transfusion after N30m public donation, gives reason

The fundraising was organised by media personality Wisdom Obi-Dickson, who helped raise over N30,776,252 as of December 1, 2025.

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3 h. ago Burkina Faso Releases Eight NGO Members Arrested For ‘Spying’

INSO had rejected the allegations of spying made against its workers and activities in Burkina Faso. The post Burkina Faso Releases Eight NGO Members Arrested For ‘Spying’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Prosecutors Order Arrest Of 29 Footballers, Others Over Match

Istanbul prosecutors, on Friday, ordered the arrest of 46 individuals, among them 29 professional football players, in a sweeping investigation into illegal betting on Turkish football matches. According to a statement from the public prosecutor’s office, 27 of the arrested players were suspected of betting on matches involving their own teams, a development that has […]

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5 h. ago Groups urge FG to make public signed MoU on JBS’ $2.5bn investment in Ogun

The organisations, which included the Youth in Agroecology and Restoration Network; Environmental Rights Action; HEDA Resource Centre, on Thursday, protested over the signing of the MoU,that the billions dollar investment is a threat to small holders farmers.

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5 h. ago NAHCON unveils 15 new mandatory directives for 2026 Hajj pilgrims

The statement, issued on Thursday by the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, Fatima Sanda Usara, on behalf of the Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, added that the directives will guide stakeholders as preparations for the 2026 Hajj continue. Below are the 15 directives released by the Commission:

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6 h. ago Insecurity: Mangal Cement donates three vehicles to Kogi govt

According to Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, in a press statement issued, this supportive gesture by Mangal Cement Company, one of the foremost industrial giants in Kogi State, demonstrates a strong commitment to corpor ate so responsibility and partnership. 

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6 h. ago Two conciliation meetings, no progress: Inside JOHESU’s standoff with FG

Nigeria’s public health system has entered one of its most crippling moments in recent years as the Joint Health Sector read more Two conciliation meetings, no progress: Inside JOHESU’s standoff with FG

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7 h. ago Peter Obi Condemns Distribution Of Tinubu Campaign Vehicles, Says It’s ‘Profound Insensitivity’

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised what he described as the “profound insensitivity and abuse of public trust” by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for distributing luxury vehicles as part of early campaign mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement shared on his X handle […]

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17 h. ago Court defers Kanu’s transfer appeal, rejects brother’s representation

A Federal High Court defers hearing on Nnamdi Kanu’s appeal for transfer from Sokoto prison after rejecting his brother’s non-legal representation. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-defers-kanus-transfer-appeal-rejects-brothers-representation/

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19 h. ago US donates $5m to tackle rising child malnutrition in Northwest Nigeria

The United States has announced a $5 million donation to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to combat acute malnutrition read more US donates $5m to tackle rising child malnutrition in Northwest Nigeria

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22 h. ago Ekiti govt begins probe as patient alleges organ harvesting in hospital

The Ekiti State government has commenced an investigation into allegations raised by a patient concerning the disappearance of his kidney at the State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH).

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24 h. ago Kebbi Government Donates 10 Hilux Vehicles To Boost Security On Sokoto

The Kebbi State governor, Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), has donated 10 brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicles to security forces to enhance security operations along the ongoing Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway project route. The vehicles were formally presented to the Minister of State for Works, Barrister Muhammad Bello Goronyo, during a brief ceremony at the Government House, […]

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24 h. ago “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops

Newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has instructed troops to “shoot on sight” and immediately engage any armed bandits they encounter, stressing that they must not wait for further directives. Speaking during his Senate screening on Wednesday, Musa said this firm order is crucial for frontline protection and restoring public trust in […] The post “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago FULL LIST: Top ten most searched Nigerians on Google in 2025

The report shows that Nigerians used the platform to follow major political developments, honour public figures, keep up with...

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28 h. ago State creation: Edo won’t cede land to agitators — Oba of Benin

"The committee must not allow an inch of Edo land to be taken away for any reason...

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28 h. ago US donates $5m to UNICEF for lifesaving nutrition support in Nigeria

The US donates $5 million to UNICEF to provide lifesaving nutrition support for at least 70,000 children with acute malnutrition in Northwest Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-donates-5m-to-unicef-for-lifesaving-nutrition-support-in-nigeria/

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29 h. ago Akwa Ibom commissions first public hospital in Ukanafun since 1976

The Akwa Ibom State Government has commissioned the General Hospital, Ikot Akpankuk, Ukanafun Local Government Area, the first functional public hospital in the area since 1976.

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31 h. ago Lawmakers Reject Bill To Ban Consumption Of Dog Meat In Akwa Ibom

A bill seeking to criminalise dog meat consumption in Akwa Ibom State has suffered a significant setback, as 25 out of the 26 members failed to support the motion. LEADERSHIP checks revealed that dog meat is a popular delicacy, mostly consumed with palm wine by most people in Akwa Ibom and neighbouring Cross River States. […]

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