41 m. ago Ajimobi technical university holds 5th convocation as 50 bags first class

By: Oluyinka Oladoyinbo The Abiola Ajimobi Technical University (Tech-U), Ibadan will, on Saturday, hold its fifth convocation ceremony with no fewer than 50 of the graduating students bagging first class degree. The event, which culminates the founder’s week of the institution, will see 183 students graduating from the institution. The vice chancellor of the institution, […]

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1 hour ago Afropreneur Idris Bello returns to OAU, inspires new generation with visionary lecture on Africa’s innovation future

The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)’s community witnessed a powerful blend of nostalgia, intellect, and inspiration on November 19, as acclaimed venture capitalist and Afropreneur, Idris Ayodeji Bello, returned to his alma mater to deliver the 2025 biennial Faculty of Technology lecture. The event, themed: ‘Innovation Without Borders: From Great Ife to the Global Stage-Rethinking African […]

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2 h. ago ECOWAS moves to crash regional airfares, scrap aviation taxes from 2026

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a policy that will eliminate air transport taxes and slash read more ECOWAS moves to crash regional airfares, scrap aviation taxes from 2026

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5 h. ago Why I Finally Entered Nollywood — Papaya Ex Speaks On ‘The Night Market’ Debut

Popular Nigerian media personality and influencer, Papaya Ex, has officially taken a bold step into Nollywood with the premiere of her debut film, ‘The Night Market’. The movie features an impressive lineup of stars, including Tony Umeh, Tina Mba, Chidi Dike, Sydney Talker, Sexy Steel, Chichi (BBN), MC Lively, Pinki Debbie, James Brown, Hermes, Akeem […]

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6 h. ago Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged leaders across the country to put Nigeria’s long-term interest above short-term political or personal read more Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short-term gains

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7 h. ago COAS Shaibu Commissions Development Projects At Lagbaja Cantonment In Lagos

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, commissioned a series of key projects at the Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos State, aimed at enhancing the welfare of personnel and operational readiness of the Nigerian Army. The commissioned projects included a refurbished basketball court sponsored by First Bank, […]

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8 h. ago Insecurity: Withdrawal Of Police Officers From VIPs Should Be Effected — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu directed the Minister for Interior to work with the Inspector General of Police and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to replace the affected police personnel with NSCDC officers. The post Insecurity: Withdrawal Of Police Officers From VIPs Should Be Effected — Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026

The Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), at their December 2024 Summit in Abuja, adopted a landmark measure to reduce the cost of air travel across the region. From 1 January 2026, all ECOWAS Member States will abolish air transport taxes and reduce passenger and security charges […] The post ECOWAS To Reduce Air Transport Taxes, Charges, Cost In West Africa From January 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Orders Withdrawal Of Police Escorts From Ministers

President Bola Tinubu has directed the withdrawal of police officers attached to ministers and other top government officials, saying the security personnel were needed for core policing duties across the country. The President gave the directive on Wednesday during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Tinubu said he would […]

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11 h. ago Senate queries why Police escorts remain with VIPs despite Tinubu’s order

“I saw two convoys of ministers and they were carrying lots of security personnel. Mr President, I have also seen business concerns, Chinese and other business concerns, yesterday

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11 h. ago Burkina Faso Frees 11 Nigerian Military Officers, Aircraft After Emergency Landing

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military personnel detained after a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft made what authorities in Ouagadougou described as an unauthorised landing in Bobo-Dioulasso air field. The officers, two crew members and nine passengers, were held for interrogation over suspicions that the flight was linked to the recent failed coup incident […]

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13 h. ago Reps Summon Nigerian Bank CEOs Over Alleged Illegal Deductions

The Chief Executive Officers of commercial banks in Nigeria have been directed to appear in person before an investigative panel of the House of Representatives regarding alleged illegal and unexplained deductions from customers’ bank accounts. The summons was issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the House Ad-hoc Committee investigating deductions of taxes from the salaries […]

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14 h. ago US Congressman Moore Visits Benue, Seeks Global Attention To IDPs Crisis

United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has called for increased international attention to what he described as a “genocidal campaign” against Christian communities in Nigeria’s Benue State, following his visit to several camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the region. In a series of posts shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, Moore said he […]

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16 h. ago Trump’s Admin Confirms Probe Of Possible Covid Vaccine Deaths

Since Trump's appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, the US government has initiated a major overhaul of vaccine policy, prompting growing concerns among the medical community. The post Trump’s Admin Confirms Probe Of Possible Covid Vaccine Deaths appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Security Personnel Around Seyi Tinubu Enough To Quell Insurrection In Benin Republic — Soyinka

Soyinka stressed that while presidents around the world have families, the privilege must not be abused. The post Security Personnel Around Seyi Tinubu Enough To Quell Insurrection In Benin Republic — Soyinka appeared first on Channels Television.

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18 h. ago US congressman visits Benue, seeks global attention to IDP crisis

United States Congressman, Riley Moore, on Wednesday shared accounts of violence against Christian communities in Benue State, recounting what he said he was told during a visit to camps for internally displaced persons. Writing on X, Moore said, while in Benue, he met “dozens of Christians who were driven from their homes and subjected to Read More: https://punchng.com/us-congressman-visits-benue-seeks-global-attention-to-idp-crisis/

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19 h. ago UPDATED: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy troops in Benin

•Community in a state of emergency, ECOWAS warns as coups, insecurity deepen regional crisis •ECOWAS applauds Nigeria for foiling Benin coup attempt •Sahel bloc condemns Nigerian military over flight •Burkina Faso did not ground NAF C-130, NAF clarifies THE Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops and air power in the […]

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19 h. ago Soyinka criticises heavy security around Tinubu’s son, says it reflects distorted priorities

Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has criticised what he called the excessive and unnecessary deployment of armed security personnel around the read more Soyinka criticises heavy security around Tinubu’s son, says it reflects distorted priorities

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s Gaming Ecosystem Expands With New Hubs This Festive Season

As the Christmas season fills the air with celebration, Nigeria’s gaming and creative-tech community is experiencing its own kind of holiday excitement. The year has ushered in real milestones, and this festive period offers the perfect moment to reflect on the growth shaping the country’s digital entertainment landscape. In 2024, Lagos welcomed the Vortex Central […]

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22 h. ago PWDs International Day: NAPVID seeks adequate funding for commission

The Executive Director, Network for the Advancement of People With Visible Disabilities (NAPVID), Edo State chapter, Melody Omosah, has called on the state government to adequately fund the newly established commission for the Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWD) with the aim of addressing their needs. He made the appeal in Benin as part of their […]

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