5 h. ago KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

The Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA) has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s import policies, warning read more KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

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5 h. ago CSOs raise the alarm over killings, demand protection for IDPs

A coalition of CSOs calls on the Nigerian government for urgent protection for IDPs following a persistent pattern of deadly attacks during Christmas. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-raise-the-alarm-over-killings-demand-protection-for-idps/

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5 h. ago Benue govt set to implement N1.275bn humanitarian support to IDPs

The Benue State Government has earmarked one week of activities for the implementation of humanitarian support to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), with the distribution of food and non-food items scheduled for Friday.

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5 h. ago FG slams ban on mineral processing in residential areas to curb health risks

In a decisive move to protect public health and the environment, Nigeria has imposed a ban on mineral processing plants read more FG slams ban on mineral processing in residential areas to curb health risks

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7 h. ago Tax Act discrepancies amount to usurpation of legislative powers — Prof Yadudu

Professor of Law, Auwalu H. Yadudu, has raised grave concerns over what he described as an alleged usurpation of the National Assembly’s legislative powers following discrepancies between tax laws passed by lawmakers and the versions later gazetted by the Federal Government. In a detailed commentary, Prof. Yadudu said his review of a document summarising differences […]

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8 h. ago Shippers’ Council reaffirms commitment to cargo safety, port users right

The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Akutah Pius Ukeyima, on Friday reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to ensuring cargo safety and protecting the rights of the public within Nigeria’s maritime and transport sector.

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9 h. ago Access Holdings gets shareholders approval to raise N40bn through private placement

Access Holdings Plc has received the approval of its shareholders to raise additional capital of up to N40 billion or such other read more Access Holdings gets shareholders approval to raise N40bn through private placement

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9 h. ago CSOs to protest over cancelled Enugu Economic Survival Summit

The protest is scheduled to be held on Thursday, 26 February 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the National Judicial Council (NJC), located within the Supreme Court Complex, Three Arms Zone, Abuja.

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9 h. ago Ekiti govt dismisses surgeon over alleged kidney removal at EKSUTH

"The government remains resolute in its commitment to protecting patients, upholding ethical and professional standards....

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10 h. ago Police kill nine criminals in FCT, lose six officers in three months

The FCT Police Command reveals its latest crime statistics, reporting nine criminals killed and six officers lost in three months. Learn about recent arres Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-nine-criminals-in-fct-lose-six-officers-in-three-months/

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10 h. ago Reps raise election campaign spending caps, doubles presidential limit to ₦10bn

The House of Representatives has approved an increase in campaign spending limits for candidates contesting elective offices across the country. read more Reps raise election campaign spending caps, doubles presidential limit to ₦10bn

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10 h. ago OYRLEA to hold stakeholders’ summit to address open grazing conflicts, law adherence 

The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has announced readiness to host a one-day stakeholders’ summit to address escalating cases of killings, injuries, and the destruction of farmlands and settlements linked to open grazing conflicts across the state. The summit, with the theme: With the theme “Navigating the Oyo State Anti-Open Grazing Law: […]

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11 h. ago 2027: Kwara stakeholders oppose zoning, demand competent leadership

"Kwara is confronted today with realities that leave us with no room for emotional politics...

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14 h. ago Australia Announces Gun Buyback As Swimmers Mourn Bondi Shooting Victims

It would be the largest gun buyback since 1996, when Australia cracked down on firearms in the wake of a shooting that killed 35 people at Port Arthur. The post Australia Announces Gun Buyback As Swimmers Mourn Bondi Shooting Victims appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Nigeria’s 200trn cubic feet of gas can end darkness — Eyesan, new NUPRC boss

As Senate screens Farouk, Komolafe’s replacements PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu’s nominees to head the country’s petroleum regulatory agencies on Thursday promised major reforms to protect investments in the sector. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, who was just appointed as the chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), and Saidu Muhammad, appointed chief executive of the Nigerian […]

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15 h. ago Gunmen kill 12 miners, others missing in attack on Plateau mining site

Twelve miners were reportedly killed when suspected militias stormed a mining site in Ratoso Fan District of Barkin Ladi Local read more Gunmen kill 12 miners, others missing in attack on Plateau mining site

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19 h. ago Debt servicing, wages gulp 105 percent of Nigeria’s revenue in seven months

Nigeria’s public finances came under intense strain in the first seven months of 2025 as the Federal Government spent more on debt servicing and salaries than it earned in total revenue, raising fresh concerns about fiscal sustainability and the crowding out of growth-enhancing investment.

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22 h. ago Benue monarch demands return of Taraba IDPs to their ancestral homes

The paramount ruler of Sankera in Benue State, housing the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Taraba, Tor Sankera, David Sev-av, has called for the return of the displaced persons to their ancestral homes in Taraba State. The traditional ruler made the demand in Kyado while speaking at the prayer session organised by displaced Tiv people […]

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24 h. ago Otedola raises stake in First HoldCo to over 18% with N14.8bn share purchase

Billionaire investor Femi Otedola has increased his stake in First HoldCo Plc after acquiring additional shares valued at ₦14.8 billion, read more Otedola raises stake in First HoldCo to over 18% with N14.8bn share purchase

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24 h. ago Delta community protests open grazing, threatens reprisal attack against killer herdsmen

A Delta community protests after suspected herdsmen brutally attacked a man over open grazing. Residents demand justice and threaten reprisal attacks. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-community-protests-open-grazing-threatens-reprisal-attack-against-killer-herdsmen/

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