93 m. ago VIDEO: Youth advocate Mama Pee slams govt, police over remand of 52 Edo protesters

Youth advocate Mama Pee condemns the remand of 52 Edo protesters, urging the government to address rising insecurity instead of punishing students. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youth-advocate-mama-pee-slams-govt-police-over-remand-of-52-edo-protesters/

Politics

1 hour ago “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency

The  presidency on Tuesday said 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were arrested following a protest over security concerns in the Esan West LGA of Edo State, are being processed for release. The senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on student engagement, Sunday Asefon, disclosed this in a statement shared on […] The post “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

3 h. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

5 h. ago UK govt vows further sanctions, summons Iran envoy over protests

Britain will seek further sanctions on Iran and has summoned its ambassador in response to the deadly crackdown on protesters across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-govt-vows-further-sanctions-summons-iran-envoy-over-protests/

Politics

5 h. ago Govt reopens Kebbi school three months after students’ abduction

Kebbi State has reopened a girls’ school three months after a student abduction, implementing enhanced security protocols for a safe learning environment. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-reopens-kebbi-school-three-months-after-students-abduction/

Politics

7 h. ago Oba Of Benin Cautions Youths Against Violence Amid Security Crisis

His advice followed media reports surrounding the recent incidents involving students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU)in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area. The post Oba Of Benin Cautions Youths Against Violence Amid Security Crisis appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

7 h. ago Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives

The government has assured that all necessary security measures have been put in place to guarantee the safety of students and staff. The post Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives appeared first on Channels Television.

Culture

8 h. ago Museveni set to extend 40 years in power as Uganda votes under cloud of violence.

Ugandans will go to the polls on Thursday in a presidential election widely expected to hand Yoweri Museveni another term, read more Museveni set to extend 40 years in power as Uganda votes under cloud of violence.

Politics

9 h. ago Cool Microfinance Bank Opens Headquarters in Lagos, Begins Operations

Cool Microfinance Bank Limited has officially opened its headquarters in Lagos, marking the start of its banking services in Nigeria. read more Cool Microfinance Bank Opens Headquarters in Lagos, Begins Operations

Politics

9 h. ago Strengthening Community Connections Through Grassroots Engagement: Dot Microfinance Bank’s Street Awareness Campaign

On Saturday, the 10th of January, Dot Microfinance Bank stepped beyond conventional banking channels to engage directly with residents and read more Strengthening Community Connections Through Grassroots Engagement: Dot Microfinance Bank’s Street Awareness Campaign

Politics

9 h. ago 2027: IPAC slams Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’ claim as misleading

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has faulted claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that political parties across the country are rallying under his leadership in a “rainbow coalition” to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipac-slams-wikes-rainbow-coalition-claim-as-misleading/

Politics

10 h. ago Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’

Security agencies, according to the state, have already identified the suspected masterminds who were said to have contacted several individuals in Ekpoma, with funding from the diaspora. The post Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’ appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

10 h. ago Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

Premier Cool, Nigeria’s leading antibacterial cooling bar soap, has announced the launch of its nationwide consumer promotion, “10K for 10K”, read more Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

Politics

12 h. ago Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District

The development was after last Saturday's peaceful protest over insecurity and kidnapping in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, which turned violent. The post Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

12 h. ago Okpebholo mourns Ekpoma kidnap victim, pledges security crackdown

Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo mourns the tragic Ekpoma kidnap victim, pledging a security crackdown to restore safety and bring perpetrators to justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-mourns-ekpoma-kidnap-victim-pledges-security-crackdown/

Events

12 h. ago Ogun hospital refutes forcing nurses to perform cleaning duties

Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital management refutes claims of forcing nurses to perform cleaning duties amid the ongoing JOHESU strike. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-hospital-refutes-forcing-nurses-to-perform-cleaning-duties/

Politics

12 h. ago Okpebholo promises to rebuild burnt shops at Edo police station 

Edo Governor Okpebholo visited the burnt shops at Ekpoma police station, promising swift reconstruction and support for affected traders amid rising insecu Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-promises-to-rebuild-burnt-shops-at-edo-police-station/

Events

12 h. ago SKLD at 25: A Nigerian Enterprise Built on Consistency, Scale and Transition

As 2025 gradually winds up, this is a spotlight on a company that has made its mark in the Nigerian read more SKLD at 25: A Nigerian Enterprise Built on Consistency, Scale and Transition

Politics

13 h. ago Ugandan opposition denounces ‘military state’ ahead of election

Uganda’s opposition decries a ‘military state’ amid arrests and violence as President Museveni seeks to extend his 40-year rule in a tense election. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugandan-opposition-denounces-military-state-ahead-of-election/

Politics