13 h. ago Come Clean On ‘Dealings’ With Bandits, African Democratic Congress, Atiku Tell Federal Govt

African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, have asked the federal government to open up on how the kidnapped Nigerians were released from bandits’ den. In separate statements, the coalition party and Atiku raised concerns about the opaque and troubling manner in which the hostages’ releases were secured. They were reacting […]

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35 h. ago Harpic Partners Federal, Lagos Govt To Champion Access To Safe Toilets, End Open Defecation

Harpic, Nigeria’s leading toilet cleaning brand from Reckitt, has reaffirmed its commitment to improving sanitation and hygiene across Nigeria. The brand partnered with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation and the Lagos State Government to commemorate World Toilet Day 2025, themed “We Will Always Need the Toilet.” Recent data from the United Nations […]

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35 h. ago Federal Govt Mulls Using Dana Air Assets To Offset Debts— Keyamo

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has stated that the federal government may utilise Dana Air’s assets to refund trapped funds of passengers, airline travel agents, and other debts owed by the airline. The minister also stated that he would direct the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to investigate why funds trapped […]

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4 d. ago Nigerians must exercise caution in inviting foreign intervention in domestic affairs – NPSA

Recent developments in Nigeria have raised significant concerns regarding the potential for foreign intervention in the country’s domestic affairs. Based read more Nigerians must exercise caution in inviting foreign intervention in domestic affairs – NPSA

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4 d. ago ‘Why Arguing When Nigerians Are Dying Every Day’, Peter Obi Challenges Federal Gov’t

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has condemned what he described as the government’s misplaced priorities in the face of worsening insecurity and poverty across the country. Speaking at a recent event, Obi said the ongoing debate over whether the killings in Nigeria amount to “Christian genocide” missed […]

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5 d. ago Stop mocking religious leaders over Nigeria’s security challenges, CAC president warns

The President, Christ Apostolic Church, Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Samuel Oladele, has cautioned Nigerians, especially those using social media platforms against mocking Christian religious leaders over the country’s security challenges. Oladele during his sermon at the dedication and handing-over service of Christ Apostolic Church, Mountain of Restoration, Osogbo, Osun State, donated by Prof. and Mrs Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-mocking-religious-leaders-over-nigerias-security-challenges-cac-president-warns/

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6 d. ago Insecurity: Trip Cancellation Not Enough, Peoples Democratic Party Tells Tinubu

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the cancellation of President Bola Tinubu’s foreign trips over the new wave of attacks as a media stunt, adding that he should temporarily relocate to Kebbi State and other theatres of armed conflict in Northern Nigeria to prove otherwise. The national publicity secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, said Tinubu’s […]

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6 d. ago Federal Govt Cautions Nigeria’s Media Against Foreign Misinformation

The Federal Government has urged Nigerian broadcasters to play a stronger role in defending the country’s information sovereignty, countering foreign misinformation, and promoting national cohesion—warning that distorted international narratives pose a threat to Nigeria’s stability and global reputation. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the call in Abuja yesterday while addressing the […]

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Why Nigerians Must Be Cautious In Seeking Foreign Intervention — Experts

The Nigeria Political Scientists Association (NPSA), on Thursday, cautioned Nigerians against calling for foreign intervention to resolve the nation’s domestic security logjam. It said that recent developments in the country have raised significant concerns regarding the potential for foreign intervention in the country’s domestic affairs. The association, in a statement signed by its president, Prof. […]

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7 d. ago N2.094trn October Revenue Disbursed To Federal Govt, States, Councils

The Federal Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has approved the disbursement of N2.094 trillion as revenue from October 2025 to the federal, state, and local governments of the federation. This reflects a marginal decline from the N2.103 trillion shared to the three tiers of government from the federation account revenue generated in September 2025. The N2.094 […]

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7 d. ago Security Crisis: Federal Govt Vows Tougher Action Against Terrorists

The federal government has restated its determination to defeat terrorism, banditry, and other violent crimes across the country following a recent wave of attacks that has heightened public concern and anxiety. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave the assurance on Wednesday during a press briefing in Abuja, where he provided updates on […]

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7 d. ago Federal Govt, Group Push For Stronger Child Protection Measures

The federal government and Save the Children International have renewed calls for stronger protection of children’s rights, improved access to education, and intensified efforts to eliminate child marriage across the country. The advocacy was reinforced in Abuja at the 7th National Children’s Parliament and the launch of the State of Nigerian Girl Report II (2025), […]

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8 d. ago Dialogue Will Resolve Federal Govt, IPOB Issue – Stakeholders

As the world awaits the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, in the case between the federal government and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, stakeholders in the South East have said a peaceful resolution rooted in dialogue, justice, and respect for human rights remains crucial to preventing […]

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8 d. ago Federal Govt Sets Agenda As Nigeria Hosts 2025 Africa Gold, Gemstone Conference

The federal government has outlined a strategic agenda for driving industrial growth and regional integration as Nigeria prepares to host the 2025 Africa Gold and Gemstone Conference. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, reaffirmed this commitment during a pre-event briefing for the 4th African Gems and Jewellery Exhibition & Conference / Gold & […]

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9 d. ago Human Rights Group Urges Federal Govt To Improve Security Architecture

Human rights organisations, the Centre for Public Accountability, and the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations have urged the federal government to intensify efforts to improve Nigeria’s security architecture, using the threat posed by American President Donald Trump as a wake-up call. The human rights body also called on the United States government to respect Nigeria’s […]

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9 d. ago Federal Govt Backs Proposed 15% Female Representation In Police Recruitment

The Ministry of Police Affairs, has thrown its weight behind the proposed amendment to the Nigeria Police Act, seeking to guarantee at least 15 percent female representation in police recruitment and reforming gender-related policies in the force. Head of legal unit in the ministry, Okorie Kalu gave this indication at the public hearing on the […]

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1 week ago Stakeholders Caution Federal Govt On $2.5Bn Animal Farming Investment In 6 States

Stakeholders at the Northern Zonal workshop on animal farming have urged the federal government to tread with caution in the implementation of the framework of a $2.5 billion animal farming investment with a Brazilian firm. The workshop which took place in Minna was organised by Youth in Agroecology and Restoration Network (YARN). It was aimed […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t, Stakeholders Push For AI Framework On Healthcare Delivery

Health experts, government officials and technology innovators have called for the responsible deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system, boost disease surveillance and improve access to care. They made the call at a capacity-building workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Public Health, organised by the Africa Hub for Innovation and Development in Abuja […]

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2 w. ago AI, Foreign Control Threaten African Media Independence — Obaigbena

Chairman of ThisDay and Arise Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing dominance of foreign powers in the global digital content ecosystem threaten the independence and sustainability of African media voices. Speaking at the 21st All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) at the State House in Abuja, Obaigbena said […]

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2 w. ago Israel advances controversial death penalty, foreign media bills amid growing criticism

Israel’s parliament on Monday pushed forward two highly contentious bills one expanding the use of the death penalty for

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