39 m. ago Tinubu hails Nigeria’s return to maritime organisation council after 14 years

President Tinubu welcomes Nigeria’s election to the IMO Council, a move affirming its growing maritime influence and commitment to global shipping governan Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-nigerias-return-to-maritime-organisation-council-after-14-years/

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41 m. ago Tanker Accident, Building Fire Leave 3 Dead, Several Injured In Kano

The Kano State Fire Service has confirmed two fire-related incidents on Friday, leaving three people dead and causing property damage in separate parts of the state. In a press statement signed by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, ACFO Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, the first incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Zaria Road near Kura Market Junction […]

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61 m. ago Police confirm one killed, arrest five over farmers–herders clash in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the death of one person following a clash between farmers and herders in read more Police confirm one killed, arrest five over farmers–herders clash in Bauchi

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2 h. ago Police kill robber, arrest three during foiled robberies in Jigawa

Jigawa police confirmed two foiled robberies in Hadejia and Sule-Tankarkar, resulting in one suspect killed and three others arrested by operatives. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-robber-arrest-three-during-foiled-robberies-in-jigawa/

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3 h. ago A Week After Attack, No Word From Kidnappers Of 315 St. Mary’s School Pupils, Staff – CAN

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State has confirmed that there has been no communication from the abductors of pupils and staff from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, almost a week after the violent attack. Bishop Bulus Yohanna, Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese and CAN Chairman in Niger State, provided an update on […] The post A Week After Attack, No Word From Kidnappers Of 315 St. Mary’s School Pupils, Staff – CAN appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG, private sector finalise plans for Nigeria’s maiden international air show

The Federal Government has confirmed full readiness to host Nigeria’s first-ever International Air Show, scheduled to take place from December read more FG, private sector finalise plans for Nigeria’s maiden international air show

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4 h. ago 37 Katsina kidnap victims regain freedom after negotiations with bandits

37 Katsina kidnap victims regain their freedom without ransom after successful peace negotiations with bandits, a local lawmaker has confirmed. Read More: https://punchng.com/37-katsina-kidnap-victims-regain-freedom-after-negotiations-with-bandits-lawmaker/

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5 h. ago Oyo college debunks viral picture, says campus not under siege

Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology (OYSCATECH) refutes a viral picture showing militants on campus, confirming it’s a false AI-generated image Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-college-debunks-viral-picture-says-campus-not-under-siege/

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7 h. ago Nasarawa Rice, “NASACCO GOLD” Will Boost Nigeria’s Food Security Drive – Gov. Sule

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has said “NASACCO GOLD”, the planned branded rice cultivated by the state government, would enhance the federal government’s food security drive. “NASACCO GOLD”, an initiative of the state government in collaboration with Silvex International, a leading rice processing company, is expected to hit the market nationwide at the end of […]

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7 h. ago Fear Of Bandit Attacks Forces Local Government Workers Out Of Duty Posts

Renewed surge in bandit attacks in rural communities across the country has forced hundreds of local government workers to abandon their duty posts. LEADERSHIP Weekend learnt that primary schools, health centres and community development offices in several remote locations have been hit hardest, with entire staff abandoning their posts in communities repeatedly targeted by gunmen. […]

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11 h. ago Portable stirs controversy with fresh accusations against Olamide

Singer Portable questions Olamide’s success, sparking a new controversy over their ‘Zazoo’ hit and his absence from the rapper’s London show. Read More: https://punchng.com/portable-stirs-controversy-with-fresh-accusations-against-olamide/

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12 h. ago We live in a time when leaders lie unprovoked, when deepfakes animate even the departed — Lola Shoneyin

    •Nations confronted with urgen We live in a time when leaders lie unprovoked, when deepfakes animate even the departed —Lola Shoneyin t need to distinguish fact from fiction —Okpako, CMO, Sterling Bank •Creatives demand future shaped by those who tell truth courageously   Journalism is literature in a hurry, and in its hurriedness to capture […]

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12 h. ago Ontario pauses skilled trades route to PR, alternate routes remain open

The province of Ontario in Canada has paused its Ontario Skilled Trades Stream, returned all pending applications, and confirmed a read more Ontario pauses skilled trades route to PR, alternate routes remain open

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13 h. ago 27 banks raise fresh capital in latest recapitalisation drive — CBN

The CBN Governor confirms 27 banks are on track with the bank recapitalisation exercise, raising fresh funds ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Read More: https://punchng.com/27-banks-raise-fresh-capital-in-latest-recapitalisation-drive-cbn/

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15 h. ago Immigration confirms death of officers in fresh terrorist attack in Kebbi

Confirming the development, Public Relations Officer of NIS, Akinsola Sheriff Akinlabi, condemned the attack and killing of three officers of the Service during the attack.

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19 h. ago EPL: Arteta says Chelsea ‘fully deserving’ title rivals ahead of showdown

Mikel Arteta praises Chelsea as ‘fully deserving’ title rivals ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League showdown at Stamford Bridge, highlighting their form. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arteta-says-chelsea-fully-deserving-title-rivals-ahead-of-showdown/

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20 h. ago Over 100 children receive care at Bayelsa sickle cell outreach

A sickle cell outreach in Bayelsa by NDDC & SCAIIN provided medical care to over 100 children, offering consultations, meds, and support to improve managem Read More: https://punchng.com/over-100-children-receive-care-at-bayelsa-sickle-cell-outreach/

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21 h. ago Hong Kong fire: Government to give victims $38.5m relief fund

Tribune Online reports that the death toll rose to 128 on Friday, with authorities confirming that fire alarms across the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po “were malfunctioning”.

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21 h. ago EPL: Maresca confirms Palmer’s return, says star needs time to hit 100%

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca confirms Cole Palmer’s return from injury, calling him their best player but says he needs time to be 100% match fit. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-maresca-confirms-palmers-return-says-star-needs-time-to-hit-100/

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22 h. ago Bishop confirms 265 still missing after Niger school abduction, says no contact from kidnappers

Bulus Yohanna, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State and Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, clarified read more Bishop confirms 265 still missing after Niger school abduction, says no contact from kidnappers

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