2 h. ago NSCI Urges Northern Leaders To Back Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has urged political leaders from the northern region to support the ambassadorial nomination of former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. This followed remarks reportedly made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressing reservations over Yakubu’s inclusion on the list of 35 ambassadorial nominees […]

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5 h. ago FCT Indigenes Protest Exclusion From Envoys List, Threaten Revolt In 2027

The clamour for national inclusion by indigenous groups in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has taken a new dimension, as FCT leaders warned that they may reconsider their support for President Bola Tinubu in future elections if the administration continued to exclude them from national appointments. President of the FCT Stakeholders’ Assembly, Dr Aliyu Daniel […]

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6 h. ago Kogi govt conducts opening bid for construction of livestock service centre

The LSC is a livestock agribusiness hub approved under the L-PRES Project and shall comprise facilities...

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6 h. ago Umo Eno approves N1.6bn transport rebate for 33,461 job applicants after CBT

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved the disbursement of ₦50,000 each to 33,461 applicants who participated in the just-concluded Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the state’s civil service recruitment, a palliative gesture amounting to over ₦1.6 billion.

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7 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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7 h. ago FG urged to put in place stronger policies to protect women, curb gender

Stakeholders in Kano State have called on federal, state, and local governments to develop comprehensive policies that better protect women read more FG urged to put in place stronger policies to protect women, curb gender-based violence

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8 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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8 h. ago Ododo visits victims of Lokoja–Okene highway crash that claimed six lives

The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Ododo, has visited victims of the tragic road accident that occurred along the Lokoja–Okene highway, which claimed six lives and left several others injured.

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10 h. ago Legend Internet swings to loss as costs rise, revenue slides

Legend Internet Plc reported a quarterly loss as higher operating expenses outweighed revenue from its broadband and Wi-Fi businesses, extending read more Legend Internet swings to loss as costs rise, revenue slides

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12 h. ago Airports Authority Chair Ganduje Seeks Innovations To Strengthen Aviation Sector

Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr Abdullah Ganduje has called for adaptation to innovation to strengthen the aviation sector. Ganduje made the call while addressing participants at the four-day FAAN Board and Stakeholders Retreat in Abuja, stressing the need for continuous evolution, innovation, and collaboration to ensure […]

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13 h. ago Pope, Charlie Kirk, iPhone 17, TikTok ban top 2025 Google’s global search trends

Discover the top 2025 Google search trends. See why Charlie Kirk, the new Pope, iPhone 17, and the TikTok ban dominated global searches this year. Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-charlie-kirk-iphone-17-tiktok-ban-top-2025-googles-global-search-trends/

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14 h. ago Airports Authority Addresses Flight Delays Ahead Of Christmas Rush

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has tasked airlines to review their schedules during the Christmas celebrations inorder to curb flight delays and cancellations. The managing director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olubunmi Kuku, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday at a retreat organised for the FAAN Governing Board and Stakeholders with […]

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15 h. ago Appeal Court Affirms Ban On Vehicle Inspection Office From Enforcing Traffic Laws

The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal, on Thursday, affirmed an earlier judgment banning the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) from enforcing traffic laws, and awarded N1 million in damages to Abuja motorist Abubakar Marshal. The appellate court’s decision upholds the ruling of the Federal High Court, Abuja, which had declared that the Directorate of […]

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18 h. ago Cashew export ban will trigger massive job losses – Kogi stakeholders

Stakeholders warn a proposed cashew export ban in Nigeria will trigger massive job losses, collapse farms, and cripple the agro-export economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/cashew-export-ban-will-trigger-massive-job-losses-kogi-stakeholders/

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23 h. ago New firm established to drive Ondo’s 500,000bpd refinery, FTZ projects

A new firm is established to drive the massive Ondo refinery project and Free Trade Zone, following a $50bn funding commitment for the 500,000bpd facility. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-firm-established-to-drive-ondos-500000bpd-refinery-ftz-projects/

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24 h. ago Ibadan Hosts One of the Biggest Premier League Viewing Events of the Year

Relive the excitement of the massive football event in Ibadan where 1xBet hosted a huge Premier League viewing party for Chelsea vs Arsenal. See the highli Read More: https://punchng.com/ibadan-hosts-one-of-the-biggest-premier-league-viewing-events-of-the-year/

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26 h. ago KEDA disburses N6bn as grants, soft loans to micro, small, medium enterprises in Kogi

"You can walk into Okene, Kabba, Ankpa and other communities today and meet these beneficiaries. Fitch Ratings rewarded our credit

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26 h. ago 2025: Buhari, Uma Ukpai, other most searched losses on Google in Nigeria

Former President Muhammadu Buhari drew significant search interest as Nigerians sought confirmation and updates following news reports announcing his death on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

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29 h. ago Police warn against fireworks, knockouts ahead of Christmas in Delta

The Delta State Police Command has reiterated its ban on fireworks, knockouts, and bangers to ensure a safe Yuletide season, warning of arrests. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-warn-against-fireworks-knockouts-ahead-of-christmas-in-delta/

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30 h. ago Kogi Judicial Workers Begin Strike Over Unpaid Arrears, Leave Bonus

Judicial workers under the aegis of the Judiciary Staff Union Of Nigeria, (JUSUN), Kogi State Branch, have embarked on an indefinite strike over unfulfilled promises made by the Kogi State government. According to a statement by JUSUN Chairman and Secretary, Comrade Emmanuel Waniko and Comrade Sule Suberu respectively, the Union said the strike became necessary […]

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