2 h. ago NSCI Urges Northern Leaders To Back Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has urged political leaders from the northern region to support the ambassadorial nomination of former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. This followed remarks reportedly made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressing reservations over Yakubu’s inclusion on the list of 35 ambassadorial nominees […]

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2 h. ago Global, Local HR Titans Set To Headline HRCEA 2025 Confab In Lagos

HR Talent Hub has unveiled a lineup of global and local industry leaders for the 2025 HR Conference & Excellence Awards (HRCEA 2025), positioning this year’s edition as one of the most influential gatherings for HR and business leaders across Africa. On the list is Sim Shagaya, Founder of MIVA Open University, and Dr. Folasade […]

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2 h. ago Wike pledges improved funding for Abuja interchange bridge, road project

The FCT Minister, Barrister  Nyesom Wike has promised to ensure that the contractors handling the ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge and Road linking Maitama,  Gishiri and Jahi with Gwarinpa is well funded to accelerate its completion.

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3 h. ago FULL LIST: 10 PDP lawmakers still loyal after Rivers assembly mass defection

Discover the 10 PDP lawmakers who remained loyal after the mass defection in the Rivers State House of Assembly. See the full list and their constituencies Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-10-pdp-lawmakers-still-loyal-after-rivers-assembly-mass-defection/

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4 h. ago Rivers Assembly Members’ Defection Unfortunate, Lawmakers Free To Leave PDP — Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, also denied knowing that the lawmakers had planned to defect. The post Rivers Assembly Members’ Defection Unfortunate, Lawmakers Free To Leave PDP — Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago ‘It’s Unfortunate But They Are Free To Go’, Wike Speaks On Rivers Lawmakers’ Defection To APC

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described the defection of 16 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to All Progressives Congress (APC) as “unfortunate”. Wike, who said that he was not aware of their defection, however, added that the lawmakers were free to […]

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5 h. ago FCT Indigenes Protest Exclusion From Envoys List, Threaten Revolt In 2027

The clamour for national inclusion by indigenous groups in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has taken a new dimension, as FCT leaders warned that they may reconsider their support for President Bola Tinubu in future elections if the administration continued to exclude them from national appointments. President of the FCT Stakeholders’ Assembly, Dr Aliyu Daniel […]

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7 h. ago Pensioners Threaten Nationwide ‘Naked’ Protest Over Unpaid Arrears

The Coalition of Federal Pensioners of Nigeria said its was planning a nationwide ‘naked’ protest to press home its demand for the payment of outstanding pension increment arrears and palliative allowances owed to its members. National Chairman of the Coalition, Mukaila Ogunbote, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Ogunbote, who is also […]

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9 h. ago Buni Approves Payment Of Scholarship Allowances To 28,346 Yobe Students

Yobe State governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has approved the disbursement of scholarships and bursaries to 28,346 indigenes of the State currently studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The approval underscored the governor’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, access to education, and human capital development as critical pillars for sustainable growth. According to the Executive […]

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9 h. ago Peter Obi Condemns Distribution Of Tinubu Campaign Vehicles, Says It’s ‘Profound Insensitivity’

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised what he described as the “profound insensitivity and abuse of public trust” by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for distributing luxury vehicles as part of early campaign mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement shared on his X handle […]

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10 h. ago Misconception Of The Concept Of ‘Disability’ And ‘Special Needs’ In Hausa Thought

Language not only reflects culture but also shapes it. In discussions surrounding marginalized identities, particularly disability, the choice of words significantly affects perception, policy, and societal response. In English, the shift from “disabled persons” to “persons with special needs” or “persons with different abilities” mirrors efforts to reduce stigma and promote dignity. However, in indigenous […]

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10 h. ago Wike, Dare, Others To Grace Abuja City Int’l Half Marathon As FCTA Issues Traffic Advisory

With just 24 hours remaining until the highly anticipated PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon, excitement is building across Nigeria’s capital, Abuja. Top dignitaries and participating athletes are preparing for the event. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, and the former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, now the […]

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11 h. ago Big diplomatic overhaul: Tinubu’s 65 envoy picks brace for Senate storm

President Tinubu’s 65 ambassadorial nominees are set for rigorous Senate grilling. Learn about the career and non-career diplomats on the list. Read More: https://punchng.com/big-diplomatic-overhaul-tinubus-65-envoy-picks-brace-for-senate-storm/

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12 h. ago UBA Partners Lions Group, Wakanow On Exclusive Offers For ‘Detty Side’ Campaign

United Bank for Africa (UBA), has announced its partnership with the Lions Group, an entertainment and lifestyle company as well as Wakanow, to deliver exclusive benefits to customers and Nigerians as part of its ‘Welcome to the Detty Side’ festive campaign. According to the bank, the collaboration, which will offer premium entertainment experiences throughout the […]

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13 h. ago Reps threaten to order PAP Coordinator’s arrest over alleged N26bn misappropriation

Lawmakers resolved to issue a 5-day ultimatum to the management of the Presidential Amnesty Programme to appear before

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17 h. ago Mo Abudu, Zainab Balogun, Bez Idakula, Seyi Olofinjana, others turn up for FaithStream announcement in London

The entertainment industry is buzzing following the exclusive London unveiling of FaithStream, the first international streaming platform out of Africa dedicated to faith-based content, which is set to launch globally in January 2026. The announcement event at Hilton London Paddington on Wednesday, November 26, drew an impressive lineup of Nigerian entertainment royalty, including music star […]

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22 h. ago FULL LIST: Ibas, Dambazzau nominated as Tinubu increases ambassadorial list to 68

When added to the three names the President forwarded to the Senate earlier last week, the total number of nominees came to 68.

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24 h. ago NLC threatens national protest over escalating killings, abductions in Nigeria

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), backed by civil society groups, has announced intention to organise a nationwide protest over escalating read more NLC threatens national protest over escalating killings, abductions in Nigeria

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24 h. ago 2027: Kwara North guber aspirants meet to decide on sole candidacy

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the five governorship aspirants from the Kwara North senatorial district of Kwara state on Thursday met in

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25 h. ago FULL LIST: Tinubu appoints Ibas, Dambazau, 68 others for ambassadorial positions

34 career, 31 non-career ambassadors President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 68 ambassadors-designate, comprising 34 career diplomats and read more FULL LIST: Tinubu appoints Ibas, Dambazau, 68 others for ambassadorial positions

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