9 m. ago Senate Resumes With Focus On Electoral Reform, N58.47trn 2026 Budget

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to deepening electoral reforms, strengthening economic governance, and safeguarding public trust as the lifespan of the 10th National Assembly enters its final 16 months. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja, titled “The Trust We’ll Never Breach” to mark […]

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18 m. ago Edo ADC Vows To Stop Okpebholo’s Promise of 2.5m Votes For Tinubu

Ahead of the 2027 elections, the African Democratic Party (ADC) has vowed to secure 2.5 million votes in Edo South Senatorial District, which Edo State governor,  Monday Okpebholo, promised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. A former chief whip of the Senate, Sir. Rowland Owie, said the ADC would win the next elections, including the state poll, […]

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6 h. ago Customs report N7.28tn revenue surge, seek security integration

The Nigeria Customs Service announced a record N7.28tn revenue for 2025, citing new reforms, while also tackling port delays costing N3tn annually. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-report-n7-28tn-revenue-surge-seek-security-integration/

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12 h. ago Abia commissioner visits Lagos for land administration study tour

Abia’s Lands Commissioner visits Lagos for a land administration study tour to learn about technology-driven solutions for land-related challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-commissioner-visits-lagos-for-land-administration-study-tour/

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12 h. ago Dismissed Police Officer Arrested For Robbery, ₦150,000 Extortion In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old dismissed police officer, Haruna Haggai, for allegedly impersonating a serving police officer, snatching motorcycles and extorting residents of Minna, the state capital. Haggai was arrested on January 16, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m. at his residence in the Sauka-Kahuta area by operatives of the Force Intelligence […]

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12 h. ago WEF 2026: Nigeria weighs on food security, power, housing to drive jobs

A surging youth population in Africa and rapid urbanisation have intensified the demand for jobs and inclusive services. As policymakers read more WEF 2026: Nigeria weighs on food security, power, housing to drive jobs

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14 h. ago Nigeria, Türkiye strengthen defence, economic ties ahead of Tinubu’s visit

Nigeria and Türkiye deepen military and economic collaboration after high-level talks, paving the way for expanded trade and security cooperation. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-turkiye-strengthen-defence-economic-ties-ahead-of-tinubus-visit/

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18 h. ago Dangote Cement Hires 200 Graduates In Fresh Boost To Local Content

The company said many of the graduates have already been integrated into its operations in Nigeria and other African countries, positioning them for long-term leadership roles within the group. The post Dangote Cement Hires 200 Graduates In Fresh Boost To Local Content appeared first on Channels Television.

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18 h. ago US Steps Up Military Action, Intelligence Sharing With Nigeria

The United States military has stepped up material deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of a broader push to counter Islamic State-linked militants across Africa, the deputy commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lieutenant General John Brennan, has said. Speaking in an interview with AFP on the sidelines of a US–Nigeria security […]

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19 h. ago 2027: Benue APC NASS Caucus Targets Extra 1m Votes For Tinubu

The Benue State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in National Assembly has declared its intention to secure an additional one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election, hinging its strategy on the party’s ongoing e-registration and revalidation exercise to expand its membership base across the state. The caucus made […]

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21 h. ago Army clears Boko Haram hideouts in Niger, foils banditry in Kaduna

Troops of the Nigerian Army have recorded major operational successes against Boko Haram splinter groups and armed bandits in Niger read more Army clears Boko Haram hideouts in Niger, foils banditry in Kaduna

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22 h. ago Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General

The attacks marked the first by US forces in Nigeria under Trump, and came after the Republican leader unexpectedly berated Nigeria in October and November, saying Christians in the country faced an "existential threat" that amounted to "genocide". The post Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago 2027: Tinubu enjoys majority support despite dissenting voices — Dogara

Former Speaker Yakubu Dogara expresses strong support for President Tinubu, citing infrastructure and security gains, despite dissenting political voices. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-enjoys-majority-support-despite-dissenting-voices-dogara/

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24 h. ago 13,417 Nigerian Fraudsters Listed On Person Of Interest Portal

At least 13,417 individuals linked to fraudulent activities in Nigeria’s financial system have been captured on the Person of Interest Portal jointly developed by the Nigeria Inter Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), security agencies and other stakeholders. The managing director of NIBSS,  Premier Oiwoh disclosed this while […]

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24 h. ago Authority Decries Productivity Decline In 1,300 Hectares Of Land

The Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority has decried what it termed a decline in productivity on over 1,300 hectares of land for farming in the South East, The chairman of the authority, Emmanuel Anosike, stated this when he led the management team on a visit to Abia State governor, Alex Otti, at his Nvosi country […]

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24 h. ago WORLD IN BRIEF: US migration crisis, Mozambique hit by worst floods in decades, migrant boat sinks in Mediterranean, other global stories

Zelenskiy says US security guarantees document is ready for signing Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Ukrainian President, says a US-backed document outlining security read more WORLD IN BRIEF: US migration crisis, Mozambique hit by worst floods in decades, migrant boat sinks in Mediterranean, other global stories

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31 h. ago Otunba title holders eligible for Awujale stool – Ijebu chiefs

Ijebu chiefs clarify that Otunba title holders are legally qualified for the Awujale stool, warning against any selection process that excludes them. Read More: https://punchng.com/otunba-title-holders-eligible-for-awujale-stool-ijebu-chiefs/

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32 h. ago Arteta urges Arsenal to show Premier League title character after United defeat

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has challenged his players to show their Premier League credentials after a 3–2 home defeat to read more Arteta urges Arsenal to show Premier League title character after United defeat

Sport

33 h. ago Niger Delta Games Will Produce Future Olympians — NDDC Chair

The chairman of the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Mr Chiedu Ebie, has expressed optimism that talents discovered at the Niger Delta Games will represent the country at international sporting events such as the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and the All-Africa Games. Speaking during a strategic retreat organised by the consultant for […]

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34 h. ago Police Assure Of Robust Security For Peaceful FCT Area Council Polls

Security agencies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), operating under the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), have assured residents of adequate security arrangements ahead of the 2026 FCT Area Council elections. The assurance was given during an ICCES security meeting convened as preparations intensified for the polls scheduled to hold in about a […]

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