1 hour ago Ohanaeze, Arewa Youths Hail Tinubu, FIRS Boss Over Smooth Takeoff Of New Tax Regime

Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo and Arewa socio-cultural groups have commended President Bola Tinubu and the executive chairman of the National Revenue Service (NRS), Mr. Zacch Adedeji, for the seamless commencement of the new tax regime across the country. In a joint statement signed by Mallam Kabiru Yusuf, the groups described the hitch-free implementation of the tax […]

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1 hour ago IPAC Debunks Claim Of ‘Rainbow Coalition’ For 2027 Elections

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has dismissed claims credited to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, that all political parties would align under his leadership in a so-called “rainbow coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. In a strongly worded press statement issued by its National […]

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2 h. ago FG confers national honours on fallen hero Uba, other soldiers

The Federal Government has conferred national honours on serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army, including a brigadier general killed by terrorists in Borno State, in recognition of gallantry, sacrifice, leadership and service to the nation. The awards were presented at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Gala Night held at the Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-confers-national-honours-on-fallen-hero-uba-other-soldiers/

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2 h. ago “We’ll Not Call Off Our Strike” – Health Workers Slams FG’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order

Health workers in Nigerian public hospitals under the aegis of The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) have insisted they they will continue their ongoing indefinite national strike despite the order of the Federal Government stopping their pay. The Federal Government had recently ordered stoppage of the striking health workers […] The post “We’ll Not Call Off Our Strike” – Health Workers Slams FG’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago PICTORIAL: Federal Government Honours COAS, Others At AFCRD 2026 Awards Ceremony

The Federal Government has conferred honours on the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army in recognition of their gallantry, sacrifice, innovation, exemplary leadership and post-service contributions to national development. A statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the awards were presented […]

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6 h. ago 2026: FG Approves Over ₦6bn Intervention Funds For 271 Tertiary Institutions

Approved through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, the funds will be disbursed across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education nationwide. The post 2026: FG Approves Over ₦6bn Intervention Funds For 271 Tertiary Institutions appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago HERO FEATURE: When Games Stop Being Playthings And Start Doing Real Work

For years, games in Nigeria were seen almost entirely as entertainment—something parents tolerated at best and discouraged at worst. Today, that perception is slowly changing. Educators, NGOs, and training organisations are beginning to use game-based learning tools to teach literacy, numeracy, basic coding, financial skills, and problem-solving. Across the country, simple mobile games are being […]

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7 h. ago AFCON: Super Eagles Confident Ahead Of Morocco Clash Amidst Refereeing Fears

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to allay widespread fears among Nigerian supporters regarding potential biased officiating in Wednesday night’s highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final against host nation Morocco. NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), firmly dismissed suggestions that the match officials might unfairly favour the Atlas Lions in Rabat. […]

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8 h. ago Pamodzi Warns Airtel Over Alleged Super Eagles Ambush Marketing

Pamodzi Sports Marketing Company, the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) marketing partner, has issued a warning to Airtel Nigeria, urging them to cease ambushing the exclusive sponsorship rights held by MTN Nigeria. MTN Nigeria serves as the official communications partner and sponsor of the NFF and all Nigerian national football teams. This agreement grants MTN sole […]

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20 h. ago Nigeria needs active citizens, not passive graduates — Lagos deputy gov

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat urges Nigerian graduates at Fountain University to be active citizens and solution architects for the nation’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-active-citizens-not-passive-graduates-lagos-deputy-gov/

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21 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Sri Lanka delays education reforms after outcry over gay website link

Sri Lanka postpones major education reforms after public outcry over a gay chat website link found in a national syllabus, leading to protests. Read More: https://punchng.com/sri-lanka-delays-education-reforms-after-outcry-over-gay-website-link/

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26 h. ago Zamfara APC chieftain appeals to national chairman over exclusion from e

Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, an All Progressive Congress (APC) Chieftain in Zamfara State and leader of the Wamban Shinkafi Democratic Front read more Zamfara APC chieftain appeals to national chairman over exclusion from e-registration  

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27 h. ago 2027: IPAC slams Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’ claim as misleading

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has faulted claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that political parties across the country are rallying under his leadership in a “rainbow coalition” to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipac-slams-wikes-rainbow-coalition-claim-as-misleading/

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28 h. ago Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) from 66 international and humanitarian organisations, including several United Nations read more Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

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29 h. ago Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

Premier Cool, Nigeria’s leading antibacterial cooling bar soap, has announced the launch of its nationwide consumer promotion, “10K for 10K”, read more Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

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32 h. ago 10,000 Partners Trained As Proof Of Address Rollout Accelerates Nationwide

Over 10,000 Front-End Partners (FEPs) have been trained nationwide as Nigeria moves closer to the full activation of the Local Government Proof of Address system, marking a significant milestone in efforts to standardise address verification at the grassroots level. According to a progress update released by the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), the […]

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37 h. ago Soldiers’ deployment for internal security weakening police – Buratai

Former Army Chief Buratai warns that deploying soldiers for internal security in Nigeria weakens police capacity and strains military resources. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-deployment-for-internal-security-weakening-police-buratai/

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41 h. ago ‘Gombe Scrap Metal Ban Is Temporary, Not Total’, NASWDEN Clarifies

The National Association of Scrap and Waste Dealers Employers of Nigeria (NASWDEN) has clarified that the Gombe State government did not impose a total and permanent ban on scrap metal business, popularly known as Bola Jari, in the State contrary to widespread reports. According to the association, the restriction placed on scrap metal activities in […]

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42 h. ago AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi

Former Nigeria international and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winner Segun Odegbami has expressed strong confidence ahead of the read more AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi-final clash

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