1 hour ago Adeleke’s defection attracting more members to Accord – Chair

The Accord Party announces a nationwide surge in membership following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection, fueling its growth for the 2026 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/adelekes-defection-attracting-more-members-to-accord-chair/

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5 h. ago Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 Appropriation Bill Scales Second Reading In Senate

The Senate, on Tuesday, passed for second reading the ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill presented by President Bola Tinubu. The passage followed a lead debate by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), who sponsored the bill titled “A Bill for an Act to Authorise the Issue from the Consolidated Revenue Fund of […]

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6 h. ago CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

…currency projected to trade within N1,470 to N1,520 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is expected to prioritise exchange rate read more CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

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7 h. ago Naira extends gain despite 49.3 percent decline in weekly FX inflows

The naira on Tuesday extended its gains in the official foreign exchange (FX) market despite a sharp decline in weekly read more Naira extends gain despite 49.3 percent decline in weekly FX inflows

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7 h. ago Reps extend 2025 capital budget implementation to March 31, 2026

He explained that the sum of N16.765 trillion was reduced from the capital allocation and rolled over...

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8 h. ago Osun 2026: Adeleke’s defection attracting more members — Accord Party

The Accord Party in Osun reports a massive increase in membership nationwide following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection, positioning it for 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-adelekes-defection-attracting-more-members-accord-party/

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9 h. ago Fubara Donates ₦100m For 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has announced a donation of ₦100 million to launch the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal fund. Fubara called for increased support for families of fallen and retired members of the Armed Forces, stressing that such support was necessary in recognition of their sacrifices for national unity and […]

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10 h. ago CBN renews global investor push as confidence in financial markets builds

As confidence gradually returns to Nigeria’s financial markets, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has intensified its global investor outreach, read more CBN renews global investor push as confidence in financial markets builds

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10 h. ago Senate passes Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 budget for second reading

The Senate on Tuesday passed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading, setting the stage read more Senate passes Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 budget for second reading

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12 h. ago 2025: Police Nab 563 Suspected Criminals, Rescue 74 Trafficking Victims

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced that 563 suspects were apprehended, with 74 victims of human trafficking rescued so far across the state in 2025. This was disclosed as the Command reviewed the security situation in the outgoing year and outlined its operational focus for 2026. Speaking during an end-of-year press conference with […]

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13 h. ago ‘I Prioritise Enabling Environment Over Handouts’, Says Governor Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that his administration prefers creating a conducive environment that empowers citizens to lift themselves out of poverty, rather than distributing handouts to them. Makinde made the remarks during a media chat with journalists at the Government House in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, where he explained the philosophy behind […]

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14 h. ago ‘I Am Not Moved’, Makinde Reacts To PDP Defections, Warns Against One

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that he remained unfazed by the wave of defections currently affecting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He warned that efforts to weaken opposition parties could lead Nigeria towards a one-party system with grave consequences for democracy and national stability. Governor Makinde made the remarks while reacting specifically to […]

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15 h. ago Oyo 2026 Budget Deemphasised Consumption, Focuses On Production — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the state’s 2026 budget has deemphasised consumption and focused on increasing production, as that remains the best way to expand the state’s economy. The governor stated this shortly after signing the 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law on Monday, calling on all stakeholders in the state to work […]

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16 h. ago Nigeria’s Super Eagles Kick Off AFCON Campaign Against Tanzania

Nigeria’s Super Eagles begin their pursuit of a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title today, facing Tanzania’s Taifa Stars at the Fez Stadium in Fez, Morocco. The Super Eagles enter the tournament after a disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, having fallen to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the final of the […]

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17 h. ago Preview: Nigeria Begin Campaign For Fourth AFCON Title Against Tanzania

After the heartbreak of missing out on the 2026 World Cup, the Super Eagles are on a redemptive mission at the AFCON.  The post Preview: Nigeria Begin Campaign For Fourth AFCON Title Against Tanzania appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago FG to introduce biometric Single Travel Emergency Passport in 2026

The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a new biometric emergency travel document, the Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP), read more FG to introduce biometric Single Travel Emergency Passport in 2026

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20 h. ago US says visas issued before January 1, 2026, remain valid despite new travel limits

The United States Embassy has clarified that visas issued before January 1, 2026, will remain valid, following concerns over new read more US says visas issued before January 1, 2026, remain valid despite new travel limits

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22 h. ago Osun APC LG Chairmen present proposed 2026 budgets, days after PDP chairmen’s presentation

The chairman of Egbedore Local Government Area elected under the All Progressive Congress (APC), Honourable Hissa Akinwale, on Monday, presented the proposed 2026 budget, totalling N6,200,500,000. It will be recalled that the local government chairmen elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state had earlier presented their budgets before the state House of […]

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23 h. ago Nigeria’s 2mbpd target remains elusive as theft trumps capacity

Nigeria’s crude oil production is projected to average about 1.7 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2026, marginally above its read more Nigeria’s 2mbpd target remains elusive as theft trumps capacity

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24 h. ago Uzodimma Presents N1.44trn 2026 Budget, Pledges Infrastructure Development

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State on Monday presented a budget proposal of N1.4 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year to the Imo House of Assembly. The budget is tagged “Budget of economic breakthrough” and has a total of N1, 430,573,590,405.04, representing a 78 per cent increase from the 2025 budget of N807 billion. According […]

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