2 h. ago Nigeria only invests 0.2 percent of GDP on research — Okebukola

FORMER Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Emeritus Professor Peter Okebukola, has decried low funding in research and development in the nation’s universities.

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5 h. ago Celebrate distinguished individuals while they are alive, NCPC boss advises

THE Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has underscored the need to celebrate distinguished individual while they were still alive.

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7 h. ago Rivers speaker accuses Fubara of lying about meetings with lawmakers

Discover the latest on the Rivers political crisis. Speaker Martin Amaewhule accuses Gov. Fubara of lying about meetings, warning of renewed instability. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-speaker-accuses-fubara-of-lying-about-meetings-with-lawmakers/

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9 h. ago NBA decries rising kidnapping, banditry, other related cases in Oyo

Lawal also appealed to the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State to urgently overhaul the state’s security framework.

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9 h. ago Enugu govt earmarks N10bn for phase 1 of 135.4km rail project

Recall that on December 2, Mbah had laid a N1.62trn 2026 budget, christened “Budget of Renewed Momentum” before the Enugu State House of Assembly.

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10 h. ago FCCPC seals Ikeja DisCo over alleged consumer rights violations

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed the headquarters of the Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IKEDC) in read more FCCPC seals Ikeja DisCo over alleged consumer rights violations

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12 h. ago Equities extend gains as NGX adds N694bn on renewed buying interest

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its upbeat performance on Thursday as renewed investor interest lifted the market further into positive territory.

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12 h. ago PalmPay renews push for financial inclusion, urges community

PalmPay is doubling down on its mission to make everyday financial life easier for millions of Nigerians, particularly for underserved read more PalmPay renews push for financial inclusion, urges community-driven solutions

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14 h. ago Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

Linus Nkan, Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, has said that the N1.390 trillion budget proposal for read more Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

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15 h. ago Russia Oil Export Revenue Hits Lowest Since Ukraine Invasion

The world's third-largest oil producer's fossil fuel income has been under pressure from meagre economic growth, mounting impact of sanctions, and Ukrainian attacks on its energy sites. The post Russia Oil Export Revenue Hits Lowest Since Ukraine Invasion appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Abuja9800 Sports Club Welcomes New Leadership At Festive Year

The Abuja9800 Sports Club marked a successful year with a vibrant year-end celebration, bringing together members, families, friends, and well-wishers, as it formally swore in its new management team. The event, held over the weekend, blended camaraderie, reflection, and a renewed commitment to community building, setting the tone for a new chapter under the stewardship […]

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16 h. ago IFC sets 2026 investment priorities for energy access, jobs, SME growth  

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) contribute almost 50 percent of Nigeria’s GDP and provide more than 80 percent of employment, read more IFC sets 2026 investment priorities for energy access, jobs, SME growth  

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16 h. ago Sahara Foundation Community Project Drives Economic Transformation In Africa

The project focuses on establishing community business hubs that leverage local economic niches to foster entrepreneurship and empower small businesses. The post Sahara Foundation Community Project Drives Economic Transformation In Africa appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Riyadh 2025: IAWPA Hails NEDC For Participation At UNIDO Summit

The International Association of World Peace Ambassadors (IAWPA) has commended the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) for its participation at the just-concluded UNIDO Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Amb. Nwokoma Messiah, Director Media and Publicity of IAWPA, stated that the participation of NEDC in the summit was a significant step towards raising cooperation and partnerships that […]

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17 h. ago Police open application for recruitment of 50,000 constables

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced the commencement of

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17 h. ago Cross River: Police nab suspects, pledge peaceful festivities

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, Rashid Afegbua, has reaffirmed the state’s preparedness for the upcoming Carnival Calabar, announcing the arrest of two suspects in separate operations as part of intensified crime-prevention efforts.

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17 h. ago ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

…insists on establishment of national commission for polytechnics The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused governments at all read more ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

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18 h. ago Foundation inaugurates Key Projects, Pays Fees For Hundreds In Kogi

The Idris Kashim Hussein HK Foundation has launched a new wave of humanitarian interventions across the Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, commissioning critical projects and covering school fees for hundreds of pupils. One of the highlights was the completion of an erosion-control project in Emewe Opada, which restored access to the state capital […]

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22 h. ago FCT Residents Seek Wike’s Intervention Over Alleged Illegal Tax By Area Council

Residents of Katampe Extension in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have accused the Bwari Area Council of imposing an illegal tax and using the police and thugs to harass residents in an attempt to enforce illegality. The residents, therefore, urged the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Judicial Service Commission […]

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22 h. ago CAC introduces new mandatory requirements for business name online updates

Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has new requirements for online business name updates. Learn the mandatory personal and contact details now re Read More: https://punchng.com/cac-introduces-new-mandatory-requirements-for-business-name-online-updates/

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