13 m. ago Very Dirty Christmas: IK Ogbonna faults CAN’s objection to Ini Edo’s movie

IK Ogbonna supports Ini Edo, questioning the Christian Association of Nigeria’s late objection to the approved movie title, ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’. Read More: https://punchng.com/very-dirty-christmas-ik-ogbonna-faults-cans-objection-to-ini-edos-movie/

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4 h. ago ‘Watch it before judging,’ Ini Edo says amid ‘Dirty Christmas’ backlash

The actress stressed that she would take responsibility if the movie was found to dishonour God or Christians, noting that

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5 h. ago Don’t withdraw ‘A very dirty Christmas’ from cinemas, Ini Edo begs NFVCB

Ini Edo begs the NFVCB not to withdraw ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’ from cinemas, insisting the controversial title does not ridicule Christianity. Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-withdraw-a-very-dirty-christmas-from-cinemas-ini-edo-begs-nfvcb/

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6 h. ago PETROAN backs crude oil projections in Nigeria’s 2026 budget

Seeks sustained budgetary support for local refining, modular refineries THE Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has expressed optimism over the daily crude oil production projection of 1.84 million barrels per day (mbpd) and an official oil price benchmark of $64–65 per barrel in Nigeria’s N58.18 trillion budget for 2026. Expressing confidence […]

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6 h. ago CBN: Building a sound, resilient banking sector as recapitalisation gains momentum

Nigeria’s banking system is navigating one of the most defining moments in its modern history. Amid macroeconomic headwinds and far-reaching reforms, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the sector remains fundamentally stable, sound, and resilient—even as banks race to meet new capital requirements that are reshaping the industry. At the heart of this transformation […]

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7 h. ago Enugu’s N1.62trn 2026 budget: Consolidating the march to $30bn economy

By Collins Ogbu When the Enugu State Government unveiled its 2026 Appropriation Bill, the headline figure, ₦1.62 trillion, immediately commanded attention. Yet, beyond the size of the budget lies a deeper story: one of policy consistency, disciplined execution, and a long-term economic vision anchored on transforming Enugu from a largely civil service and consumption-driven subnational […]

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8 h. ago EMTL revenue surges 66.1 percent to N222.90bn in H1 2025, outperforms target

Nigeria’s Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) recorded a strong performance in the first half of 2025, rising to ₦222.90 billion, a 66.1 percent outperformance against the half-year projection of ₦134.17 billion, according to official fiscal data. The robust EMTL showing formed a key pillar of the Federal Government’s revenue performance in the period and has […]

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8 h. ago Nigeria’s digital economy revenue to hit $18.3bn by 2026 —Amolegbe

Nigeria’s digital economy is projected to generate $18.30 billion in revenue by 2026, underscoring its growing role as a major driver of economic growth and positioning the country as one of Africa’s leading technology-driven markets. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Arthur Stevens Asset Management Limited, Mr Olatunde Amolegbe, made the projection while delivering […]

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11 h. ago Multiple communities, one well: How millions of Lagos residents survive without safe water

Despite billions spent, the Lagos water crisis forces residents to rely on unsafe wells and boreholes. Discover the causes and the urgent need for a fix. Read More: https://punchng.com/multiple-communities-one-well-how-millions-of-lagos-residents-survive-without-safe-water/

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11 h. ago How I was attacked, robbed by Delta shuttle driver – Lagos lawyer

A Lagos lawyer recounts her harrowing experience of a violent Delta shuttle robbery on the Asaba-Benin Expressway, highlighting urgent security concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-i-was-attacked-robbed-by-delta-shuttle-driver-lagos-lawyer/

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12 h. ago Multinationals Exit Pakistan Over Regulatory Hurdles, Others

Qatar-based Al Thani Group’s decision to withdraw from Karachi’s Port Qasim Power Project, against the backdrop of unpaid dues, aligns with similar decisions by several foreign companies to leave Pakistan in recent years. Pakistan’s repayment practices, financial reliability, and policy misalignment were major reasons these multinationals withdrew, divested, or scaled back their operations in Pakista. […]

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13 h. ago TCN secures $1.16bn project funding from development partners in 2025

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) in 2025 secured $1.16 billion from development partners, for the advancement of critical power read more TCN secures $1.16bn project funding from development partners in 2025

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15 h. ago Okpebholo reiterates commitment to improve security, safety of lives, property

The governor said businesses can only thrive in an environment where investors are assured of the safety of their lives and investments.

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16 h. ago Edo residents hail Okpebholo over transformational projects in Benin

The residents said their show of support was a collective expression of gratitude to the governor for the speed, quality and visibility of

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17 h. ago Yuletide: Gridlock chokes Benin–Warri, Benin–Asaba expressways

Findings revealed that travellers on the Benin–Asaba Expressway now spend as much as two hours navigating the stretch between Ramat Park and the

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18 h. ago Lagos RCCG holds Jesus market, distributes free food to residents

Lagos RCCG’s Prosperity Assembly holds its ‘Jesus Market,’ distributing free food items like rice and beans to community residents to show Christ’s love. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-rccg-holds-jesus-market-distributes-free-food-to-residents/

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19 h. ago Naira to remain stable, interest rates easing in 2026 – CBN survey

Borrowing rates are also projected to ease over the same period, with the index declining from 15.4 points to 11.7 points...

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20 h. ago Yuletide: Police partner security agencies for peaceful celebrations in Kogi

Kogi State Police Command partners with other agencies for Yuletide security. Residents are urged to report suspicious activity for a peaceful festive seas Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-partner-security-agencies-for-peaceful-celebrations-in-kogi/

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20 h. ago Ekpo, Ojulari inspect AKK gas pipeline, highlight project’s economic gains

Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), has concluded a high-level inspection tour of the starting point read more Ekpo, Ojulari inspect AKK gas pipeline, highlight project’s economic gains

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20 h. ago Kogi CP Assures Residents Of Adequate Security During Christmas Season

Kogi State Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has assured the people of the state that his personnel will do everything under the law to ensure peace and safety during the Yuletide season. CP Kankarofi, who stated this in a message signed by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP William Ovye Aya, […]

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