95 m. ago FG, ASUU unveil agreement to end strikes, varsities closures

The Federal Government and ASUU have unveiled a new agreement to end strikes, improve lecturer salaries by 40%, and reform Nigeria’s university system. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-asuu-unveil-agreement-to-end-strikes-varsities-closures/

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2 h. ago Defection: Kwankwaso, Yusuf disagree over alleged coercion of Kano officials

Tension rises in Kano politics as Rabiu Kwankwaso accuses Gov. Abba Yusuf’s administration of coercing officials to defect from the NNPP to the APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/defection-kwankwaso-yusuf-disagree-over-alleged-coercion-of-kano-officials/

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6 h. ago PICTORIAL: Kano Deputy Governor In Open Show Of Loyalty To Kwankwaso Amid Defection Moves

The appearance of Kano State deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, at the private residence of the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Wednesday, has appeared to be an open reaffirmation of his loyalty to his longtime political mentor and Kwankwasiyya Movement leader amid ongoing defection moves […]

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6 h. ago NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, commission chief executive (CCE) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has unveiled her vision for the read more NUPRC chief Eyesan targets production boost, revenue expansion in upstream sector

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8 h. ago Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank

The World Bank announced yesterday that Nigeria’s economy is on track to record its fastest growth in more than a decade, upgrading its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 4.4 per cent for 2026 and 2027. The World Bank disclosed this in its latest Global Economic Prospects report released yesterday. The latest growth forecast […] The post Economy: “Nigeria To Record Fastest Growth In 2026” — World Bank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Edo unveils environmental compliance corps to enhance public health

Edo State inaugurates the new Environmental Compliance Corps to enforce environmental laws, protect public health, and promote responsible governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-unveils-environmental-compliance-corps-to-enhance-public-health/

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9 h. ago UNILAG ranks top in Nigeria, graduates 16,506 students in 2026

To build an additional 7,836 bed spaces by 2027 The University of Lagos (UNILAG) graduates a total of 16,506 students read more UNILAG ranks top in Nigeria, graduates 16,506 students in 2026

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10 h. ago ‘Nobody Coming To Save You In 2027’, Activist Aisha Yesufu Tells Nigerians

Popular activist and co-convener of the #BringBackOurGirls movement, Aisha Yesufu, has described the 2027 general election cycle as a defining moment that offers Nigerians an opportunity to fight for their lives. Yesufu cautioned that there would be no “miracles” or external intervention to rescue Nigeria in 2027, stressing that the burden of change rests squarely […]

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11 h. ago France To Open Greenland Consulate Amid Renewed US Interest In Arctic Territory

France has announced plans to open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, a move its foreign minister described as a “political signal” underscoring Paris’ interest in the strategically important Danish territory, amid renewed claims in the area by US President Donald Trump. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot disclosed this on Wednesday, the same day […]

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11 h. ago Weak Governance, Misuse Of Funds Undermining Universities – ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed concern over alleged fund mismanagement and structural governance lapses in some universities across Nigeria. ASUU President, Prof. Chris Pinuwa, raised the alarm on Wednesday in Abuja during the unveiling of the 2025 Agreement between the Federal Government and the union. Pinuwa cautioned that the situation posed […]

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11 h. ago Benue automates land titles, unveils online application system

The Benue State government has launched a new online portal to automate land titles and transfers, ending bureaucracy and simplifying land administration. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-automates-land-titles-unveils-online-application-system/

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12 h. ago Ohanaeze, Arewa Youths Hail Tinubu, FIRS Boss Over Smooth Takeoff Of New Tax Regime

Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo and Arewa socio-cultural groups have commended President Bola Tinubu and the executive chairman of the National Revenue Service (NRS), Mr. Zacch Adedeji, for the seamless commencement of the new tax regime across the country. In a joint statement signed by Mallam Kabiru Yusuf, the groups described the hitch-free implementation of the tax […]

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12 h. ago IPAC Debunks Claim Of ‘Rainbow Coalition’ For 2027 Elections

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has dismissed claims credited to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, that all political parties would align under his leadership in a so-called “rainbow coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. In a strongly worded press statement issued by its National […]

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12 h. ago JUST IN: FG, ASUU unveil agreement to end prolonged university disputes

The Federal Government and ASUU unveil a new agreement to end prolonged university disputes, featuring a 40% pay rise and new professorial allowances. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fg-asuu-unveil-agreement-to-end-prolonged-university-disputes/

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12 h. ago Navy Launches Operation Delta Sentinel To Enhance Maritime Security, Targets 2.5mbpd Oil Production

The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Delta Sentinel, a new initiative aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Niger Delta and boosting oil production. The operation, which replaces Operation Delta Sanity, was part of the Federal Government’s efforts to increase oil exploration and production, with a target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027. […]

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14 h. ago Chekwas Okorie unveils new political strategy for Igbo ahead of 2027

Chekwas Okorie announces a new Igbo political strategy to end marginalization and mobilize millions of voters ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/chekwas-okorie-unveils-new-political-strategy-for-igbo-ahead-of-2027/

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15 h. ago Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo

Nigeria’s democratic institutions are coming under growing strain as political actors shift focus from governance to early positioning ahead of read more Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo

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16 h. ago UK retreats on mandatory digital ID over mounting political backlash

The UK government is retreating from plans to make a new digital ID mandatory for employment following intense political and public opposition. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-retreats-on-mandatory-digital-id-over-mounting-political-backlash/

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16 h. ago Confusion in Kano as Kwankwaso denies backing Kano Gov’s defection to APC

The leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has denied reports suggesting that he endorsed the alleged defection of read more Confusion in Kano as Kwankwaso denies backing Kano Gov’s defection to APC

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19 h. ago World Bank sees Nigeria’s economy growing at fastest pace in over a decade

Nigeria’s economy is projected to expand at its quickest pace in more than a decade this year and in 2027, read more World Bank sees Nigeria’s economy growing at fastest pace in over a decade

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