4 h. ago Abuja Chamber of Commerce Seeks Special Protection For Small Businesses

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has urged the federal government to grant special protection to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) under the new tax implementation framework scheduled to take effect in January 2026. The ACCI president, Chief Emeka Obegolu, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the Chamber’s 2025 End-of-Year […]

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5 h. ago New Bolivian Leader Ends Fuel Subsidies After 20 Years Of Leftist Rule

The Bolivian government centralises gasoline and diesel imports, purchasing them at international prices and reselling them at a loss. The post New Bolivian Leader Ends Fuel Subsidies After 20 Years Of Leftist Rule appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Dangote on job creation

Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Aliko Dangote’s job creation efforts to tackle unemployment and reduce the ‘japa’ syndrome in the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-speaker-urges-wealthy-nigerians-to-emulate-dangote-on-job-creation/

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10 h. ago 90% of suicide victims consult health workers before death —Psychiatrist

A psychiarist, Professor Bibilola Oladeji, said up to 90 per cent of people who die by suicide consult a healthcare worker shortly before the commit suicide, and urged that all hints and discussions about suicide should be taken seriously. According to her, suicide along with suicidal behaviour constitute major global public health problems that affects […]

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13 h. ago Opposition group urges Tinubu to halt new tax policy, threatens mass protests

President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax policies on Wednesday faced fresh opposition, days ahead of their planned take-off, as a new read more Opposition group urges Tinubu to halt new tax policy, threatens mass protests

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13 h. ago New flu variant spreads across Europe, WHO urges vaccination

A new influenza variant, A(H3N2), is spreading rapidly across Europe, causing high flu activity. The WHO urges public vaccination for protection. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-flu-variant-spreads-across-europe-who-urges-vaccination/

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15 h. ago Rivers funds intact, rose to N600bn during emergency rule — Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the state’s treasury remained intact during the period of emergency rule, disclosing that he left over

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16 h. ago NSCDC dismisses 38 senior officers, 20 others for gross misconduct

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismissed 38 senior officers, including an Assistant Commandant General (ACG), over gross misconduct, insubordination, and acts unbecoming of a superior officer, in line with the Public Service Rules (PSR).

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16 h. ago Insecurity: Ekiti labour unions join protest, demand FG action

Ekiti labour unions join a nationwide protest against insecurity, urging the Federal Government to take decisive action to protect lives and property. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-ekiti-labour-unions-join-protest-demand-fg-action/

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16 h. ago I met over N600bn in Rivers coffers after emergency rule — Fubara

Rivers State Governor Fubara reveals he met over N600bn in state coffers, assuring prudent management of Rivers State finances amid legislative criticism. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-met-over-n600bn-in-rivers-coffers-after-emergency-rule-fubara/

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17 h. ago Lagos announces December 20 traffic diversion to fix pedestrian bridge

Lagos State announces a traffic diversion at Tincan First Gate, Apapa, on December 20 for urgent pedestrian bridge repairs. Find out the details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-announces-december-20-traffic-diversion-to-fix-pedestrian-bridge/

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17 h. ago Tinubu seeks National Assembly’s approval to consolidate 2024, 2025 budgets

President Tinubu asks the National Assembly to approve a N43.56 trillion budget consolidation bill, merging the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years to improve perfo Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-seeks-national-assemblys-approval-to-consolidate-2024-2025-budgets/

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18 h. ago Insecurity: FG moves to strengthen early warning, response system

The Nigerian government is strengthening its conflict prevention framework and early warning and response system to address persistent security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-fg-moves-to-strengthen-early-warning-response-system/

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19 h. ago Insecurity: NLC suspends street protest in Sokoto, opts for prayers

The Sokoto NLC has suspended its planned street protest over worsening insecurity. Learn why the union chose special prayers as its response to the crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-nlc-suspends-street-protest-in-sokoto-opts-for-prayers/

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20 h. ago Germany tightens unemployment benefits, job seekers face penalties

Germany’s government overhauls its unemployment benefits, introducing tougher penalties for job seekers who refuse work or break rules. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/germany-tightens-unemployment-benefits-job-seekers-face-penalties/

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20 h. ago US visa restrictions: Shehu Sani urges Nigerians to focus on rebuilding Nigeria

Senator Shehu Sani reacts to new US visa restrictions, calling the policy exclusionary and urging Nigerians to stay back and build their country. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-visa-restrictions-shehu-sani-urges-nigerians-to-focus-on-rebuilding-nigeria/

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21 h. ago Senate Rejects Motion To Probe Alleged Lapses In FCT Administration

The motion, sponsored by Senator Ireti Kingibe, was presented as a matter of urgent national importance under Orders 41 and 51 of the Senate standing rules. The post Senate Rejects Motion To Probe Alleged Lapses In FCT Administration appeared first on Channels Television.

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22 h. ago Agbakoba urges amicable resolution of Dangote Refinery/NMDPRA rift in Nigeria’s interest

The Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) Energy and Natural Resource Practice Group has reacted to the ongoing impasse between Dangote Petroleum read more Agbakoba urges amicable resolution of Dangote Refinery/NMDPRA rift in Nigeria’s interest

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24 h. ago Bauchi police command to resume tinted glass enforcement Jan 2

The Bauchi State Police Command will resume its tinted glass enforcement on January 2, 2026, urging motorists to get proper permits to enhance security. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-police-command-to-resume-tinted-glass-enforcement-jan-2/

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27 h. ago Kyari urges internal appraisal to unlock agriculture sector growth

Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, has said that internal appraisal and the refocusing of sectoral initiatives will read more Kyari urges internal appraisal to unlock agriculture sector growth

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