1 hour ago Adeleke’s defection attracting more members to Accord – Chair

The Accord Party announces a nationwide surge in membership following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection, fueling its growth for the 2026 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/adelekes-defection-attracting-more-members-to-accord-chair/

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1 hour ago Medical emergencies, road crashes top 11,127 incidents in Lagos — LSCCC

Lagos State’s Command and Control Centre reports 11,127 emergency incidents, with medical and road crashes topping the list. Learn more about the data. Read More: https://punchng.com/medical-emergencies-road-crashes-top-11127-incidents-in-lagos-lsccc/

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2 h. ago FAAN seeks stakeholders’ cooperation as festive travel peaks

As festive travel peaks, FAAN calls on aviation stakeholders to cooperate to ensure a seamless and pleasant experience for all passengers at Nigerian airpo Read More: https://punchng.com/faan-seeks-stakeholders-cooperation-as-festive-travel-peaks/

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4 h. ago ‘Any Woman Not In Her Husband’s House Isn’t A Queen’, Singer Portable Slams Actress Iyabo Ojo

Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has openly criticised actress Iyabo Ojo following her recent praise of single motherhood. In a video that has since gone viral online, Iyabo Ojo, who is also referred to as the ‘Queen Mother,’ stated that the stigma once attached to single mothers is now a thing of […]

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5 h. ago FCTA unveils hotlines for reporting uncollected waste in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has introduced dedicated phone lines to enable residents to report uncollected waste across the read more FCTA unveils hotlines for reporting uncollected waste in Abuja

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5 h. ago Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 Appropriation Bill Scales Second Reading In Senate

The Senate, on Tuesday, passed for second reading the ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill presented by President Bola Tinubu. The passage followed a lead debate by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), who sponsored the bill titled “A Bill for an Act to Authorise the Issue from the Consolidated Revenue Fund of […]

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6 h. ago CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

…currency projected to trade within N1,470 to N1,520 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is expected to prioritise exchange rate read more CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

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7 h. ago Yuletide: Celebrate Responsibly, Stay Vigilant Against Infectious Diseases, NCDC Urges Nigerians

As holiday celebrations kick off across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has urged Nigerians to celebrate responsibly and remain vigilant against infectious diseases that typically spike during the festive period. In a public health advisory issued by NCDC on Tuesday, its Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, warned that increased travel, […]

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8 h. ago Reps extend 2025 capital budget implementation to March 31, 2026

He explained that the sum of N16.765 trillion was reduced from the capital allocation and rolled over...

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8 h. ago 2027: Obi, obidient movement set to join ADC as opposition realigns

Ahead of the 2027 general election, strong indications have emerged that Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate has read more 2027: Obi, obidient movement set to join ADC as opposition realigns

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8 h. ago Osun 2026: Adeleke’s defection attracting more members — Accord Party

The Accord Party in Osun reports a massive increase in membership nationwide following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection, positioning it for 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-adelekes-defection-attracting-more-members-accord-party/

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9 h. ago Fubara Donates ₦100m For 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has announced a donation of ₦100 million to launch the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal fund. Fubara called for increased support for families of fallen and retired members of the Armed Forces, stressing that such support was necessary in recognition of their sacrifices for national unity and […]

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10 h. ago Senate passes Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 budget for second reading

The Senate on Tuesday passed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading, setting the stage read more Senate passes Tinubu’s ₦58.47trn 2026 budget for second reading

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12 h. ago Tribitat Real Estate Honoured as Africa’s Emerging Real Estate Brand of the Year 2025

Tribitat Real Estate has been honoured as Africa’s Emerging Real Estate Brand of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Africa Housing Awards in Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/tribitat-real-estate-honoured-as-africas-emerging-real-estate-brand-of-the-year-2025/

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12 h. ago Nigeria needs stronger action on malaria treatment policies— NIMR

The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has called for stronger action on malaria treatment policies in Nigeria, advocating sustained vigilance, innovation, and investment to enable the country to overcome emerging threats that could undermine effective disease control and global eradication efforts.

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13 h. ago 2025: Police Nab 563 Suspected Criminals, Rescue 74 Trafficking Victims

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced that 563 suspects were apprehended, with 74 victims of human trafficking rescued so far across the state in 2025. This was disclosed as the Command reviewed the security situation in the outgoing year and outlined its operational focus for 2026. Speaking during an end-of-year press conference with […]

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15 h. ago Why Oyo’s IGR remains low despite economic expansion — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has defended the state’s relatively low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), saying his administration deliberately chose economic expansion over introducing new taxes on residents.

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15 h. ago Oyo 2026 Budget Deemphasised Consumption, Focuses On Production — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the state’s 2026 budget has deemphasised consumption and focused on increasing production, as that remains the best way to expand the state’s economy. The governor stated this shortly after signing the 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law on Monday, calling on all stakeholders in the state to work […]

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15 h. ago Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

Cross River State has emerged as a national pacesetter in advancing women’s economic empowerment, as the latest State of Women’s read more Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

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16 h. ago Nigeria’s Super Eagles Kick Off AFCON Campaign Against Tanzania

Nigeria’s Super Eagles begin their pursuit of a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title today, facing Tanzania’s Taifa Stars at the Fez Stadium in Fez, Morocco. The Super Eagles enter the tournament after a disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, having fallen to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the final of the […]

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