5 h. ago Afternoon Recap: Death threats over tax reform, Eagles eye AFCON glory, Omije Ojumi gospel singer dies

Get your afternoon recap of Nigerian news, including death threats over tax reform, the Super Eagles’ AFCON match, and the Owo church attack trial. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-death-threats-over-tax-reform-eagles-eye-afcon-glory-omije-ojumi-gospel-singer-dies/

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1 week ago EPL: Rosenior emerges as leading candidate for Chelsea manager role

Chelsea are searching for a new head coach, with Strasbourg’s Liam Rosenior emerging as the frontrunner for the Chelsea manager role after Enzo Maresca’s e Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-rosenior-emerges-as-leading-candidate-for-chelsea-manager-role/

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2 w. ago Police, Military Clear Zamfara Road Of IED Threats After Deadly Blast

Security operatives have cleared and reopened the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road for public use following a joint Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) sweep operation carried out by the Police and Military teams in Zamfara State. The operation was launched in response to the December 27, 2025 explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by suspected terrorists […]

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2 w. ago Domestic Airlines Recorded 765 Flight Delays In Q3, Says Aviation Authority

A total of 765 flights were delayed between July and September 2025, representing 22.95 per cent of the 17,731 flights operated across 26 domestic airports by local airlines during the period, LEADERSHIP has learnt. Data obtained from the Summary of Airline Flight Performance published on the website of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) also […]

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2 w. ago NAF Kills Scores Of Terrorists, Destroys IED Hub, Camps In Zamfara

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) operating under the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Sector 2, on December 28, 2025, neutralised scores of terrorists and destroyed their Improvised Explosive Device (IED) manufacturing hub and camps in Zamfara State . A statement by the NAF spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, said the two high-impact precision Air […]

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2 w. ago Three Killed, Several Injured As Youths, Security Operatives Clash In Katsina

The incident happened when security operatives attempted to arrest, seize the mobile phone, and suspected illicit drugs allegedly belonging to one of the suspected drug dealers in the area, Uzairu, popularly known as ‘Kuda’. The post Three Killed, Several Injured As Youths, Security Operatives Clash In Katsina appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Army Arrests 19 Oil Thieves, Destroys 22 Illegal Bunkering Sites Across Niger Delta

According to a release, the operations were conducted between November 23 and December 28, 2025, with troops working “in close synergy with other security agencies to deny criminal elements freedom of action across the Niger Delta.” The post Army Arrests 19 Oil Thieves, Destroys 22 Illegal Bunkering Sites Across Niger Delta appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Troops Repel Bandits, Rescue Kidnap Victim At Kano–Katsina Border

Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) Faruruwa have repelled armed bandits and rescued a kidnap victim during an early morning operation along the Kano–Katsina border. The operation, which took place at approximately 1 a.m. on Sunday, December 28, 2025, followed a tip-off received by troops operating from the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Yankwada regarding […]

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2 w. ago Conveyor Belt Hits Air Peace Aircraft, Disrupts Flight Operations

NCAA's Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the collision caused damage to the aircraft’s engine cover. The post Conveyor Belt Hits Air Peace Aircraft, Disrupts Flight Operations appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Emergency Management Agency Flags Off 2025 Operation Eagle Eye In Lagos

The National Emergency Management Agency, Lagos Operations Office (NEMA LOO) has commenced the 2025 Operation Eagle Eye to promote road safety during the yuletide The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the operation, which began on Wednesday, is in collaboration with the Lagos and Ogun States Sector Commands of the Federal Road Safety Corps. […]

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2 w. ago Christmas: NEMA launches Operation Eagle Eye to boost road safety in Borno

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched Operation Eagle Eye along three major corridors in Borno State—the Maiduguri–Kano, Maiduguri–Bama read more Christmas: NEMA launches Operation Eagle Eye to boost road safety in Borno

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2 w. ago JTF Troops Bust Gunrunning Syndicate, Arrest 3 Suspects, Recover Weapons In Plateau

  Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) have successfully disrupted a suspected gunrunning network and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition in Vom, Jos South local government area of Plateau State. The operation, carried out in the early hours of Wednesday, December 24, 2025, was part of ongoing efforts […]

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3 w. ago Baze University Wins Chartered Accountants’ Business Leader Challenge

A team from Baze University, Abuja, has emerged winner of the 2025 Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA) Business Leader Challenge after recording the highest points at the grand finale held recently in Lagos. The competition took place at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce building in Lekki, where the Baze University team scored 296 points to […]

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3 w. ago Legend Internet tightens grip on digital connectivity market

Legend Internet Plc has concluded the year 2025 with significant strategic and operational achievements that underscore its resilience, innovation drive, read more Legend Internet tightens grip on digital connectivity market

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3 w. ago NNL Launches Inquiry Into Disturbing Events At Gombe Utd Vs Jigawa Stars Match

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has expressed strong condemnation and launched a full investigation following “unacceptable” incidents during the match between Gombe United FC and Jigawa Golden Stars on Saturday, 21st December 2025. Danlami Alanana, Chief Operating Officer of the NNL, conveyed the league’s profound displeasure regarding reports from the encounter, which took place at […]

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3 w. ago NDLEA arrests 150 persons, intercepts over 1,400kg of narcotics in Adamawa

In a bid to checkmate distribution, trafficking and drug abuse of illicit substances in Nigeria, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) announced unprecedented operational successes on December 20, 2025...

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3 w. ago Firm empowers young environmental innovators at green skills bootcamp

As part of its 2025 Sustainability Week, which featured sustainability-focused events throughout its operations across the country, Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), a prominent player in sustainability and corporate responsibility in Nigeria, successfully hosted its 2025 Green Skills Bootcamp. The bootcamp, hosted at SBC’s corporate office in Ijora, Lagos, brought together students, educators, environmental advocates, and […]

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3 w. ago NEMA activates Benin operations office after tanker fire in Edo

The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar, has approved the activation of the NEMA Benin Operations Office to promptly coordinate response efforts following a tanker fire incident along the Auchi–Jattu Road in Auchi, Edo State.

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4 w. ago AFCON 2025: Morocco activates airports ahead of tournament kickoff

Morocco prepares its airports for AFCON 2025 with tournament branding, fan zones, and operational upgrades to welcome thousands of arriving supporters. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-morocco-activates-airports-ahead-of-tournament-kickoff/

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4 w. ago NPA records 1,085 per cent surge in export containers as cargo hits 33.5m

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) on Monday announced one of its strongest quarterly performances in recent years, recording a dramatic 1,085 per cent surge in export-laden containers as total cargo throughput rose to 33.52 million metric tonnes in the third quarter of 2025. Operational data released on Monday by the Authority showed that cargo handled […]

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