80 m. ago BREAKING: US expands travel restrictions, adds Nigeria to list of countries

The US has expanded its travel restrictions, adding Nigeria and 14 other countries to its list due to national security and public safety concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-us-expands-travel-restrictions-adds-nigeria-to-list-of-countries/

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99 m. ago Gas Pipeline Vandalised, Lands Nigerians In Nationwide Blackout

Electricity generation on the national grid dropped on Tuesday following gas supply constraints caused by a reported vandalism incident within the upstream gas pipeline network, the Nigerian Independent System Operator has said. NISO disclosed that the incident disrupted gas supply to several gas-fired power plants, leading to a sharp decline in available generation capacity on […] The post Gas Pipeline Vandalised, Lands Nigerians In Nationwide Blackout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Police arrest drug dealer, recover five bags of cannabis in Kano

Kano State Police arrested a notorious drug dealer, recovering five bags and 297 parcels of suspected cannabis in an ongoing crackdown on trafficking. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-drug-dealer-recover-five-bags-of-cannabis-in-kano/

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3 h. ago Reps urge FG to intensify diplomacy over detention of NAF crew, aircraft in Burkina Faso

The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to intensify diplomatic engagement through bilateral channels, African Union frameworks and read more Reps urge FG to intensify diplomacy over detention of NAF crew, aircraft in Burkina Faso

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3 h. ago ICPC Confirms Receiving Dangote’s Petition Against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has confirmed receiving the petition by the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, against the Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Ahmed Farouk, over alleged corruption and financial impropriety. The ICPC, in a statement by spokesperson, John Okor Odey, said it […] The post ICPC Confirms Receiving Dangote’s Petition Against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Reps probe detained military personnel, aircraft in Burkina Faso

The House of Representatives on Tuesday unveiled plans to meet officials of Ministries of Defence and Foreign Affairs over the detained aircraft and military personnel in Burkina Faso.

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3 h. ago Yuletide: Plateau gov visits service chiefs to boost security

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deepening security collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces, particularly as the Yuletide season approaches. He said this is to ensure the safety of rural communities in the state and the wider North-Central region. Mutfwang made the assurance on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-plateau-gov-visits-service-chiefs-to-boost-security/

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3 h. ago Reps probe detention of Nigerian military aircraft, personnel in Burkina Faso

Nigeria’s House of Reps to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-probe-detention-of-nigerian-military-aircraft-personnel-in-burkina-faso/

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3 h. ago ICPC confirms receipt of Dangote’s petition against NMDPRA CEO

The ICPC confirms receiving Aliko Dangote’s petition against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, alleging corruption and misuse of over $7 million in public funds. Read More: https://punchng.com/icpc-confirms-receipt-of-dangotes-petition-against-nmdpra-ceo/

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4 h. ago Afrobeats star Fola apologises after first headline show ends abruptly

Afrobeats star Fola apologises to fans after his first headline show at Mainland Block Party was stopped abruptly due to safety and overcrowding concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/afrobeats-star-fola-apologises-after-first-headline-show-ends-abruptly/

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5 h. ago Deola Art Alade Convenes Nigeria’s Most Influential Women At ‘Women Driving Culture’ Luncheon

Co-founder of Livespot360 and serial entrepreneur redefining the African creative and entertainment landscape, Deola Art Alade, hosted the ‘Women Driving Culture’ Luncheon, an intimate gathering that brought together some of Nigeria’s most influential women shaping the country’s cultural, creative, and consumer economy. Held at Mr Panther, Victoria Island, the luncheon was designed as a strategic […]

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6 h. ago Yuletide: Police dismiss bandits’ attack threats, assure Nigerians of safety

He stressed that the Nigeria Police Force remained committed to strengthening intelligence-led policing...

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7 h. ago Jarvis Confirms Breakup With TikToker Peller, Seeks Public Support

TikTok star, Elizabeth Amadou, popularly known as Jarvis, has confirmed that she has ended her relationship with fellow influencer and livestreamer, Hamzat Habeeb, also known as Peller, while pleading with the public to stop mocking him following his recent car crash during a livestream. In a live video shared on Tuesday, Jarvis addressed widespread online […]

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7 h. ago TikToker Jarvis confirms breakup with Peller, urges public support

TikTok star Jarvis confirms her breakup with fellow influencer Peller, urging the public to stop mocking him after his recent livestream car crash. Read More: https://punchng.com/tiktoker-jarvis-confirms-breakup-with-peller-urges-public-support/

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9 h. ago 100 women entrepreneurs trained in Kano on creative business scheme  

Against the backdrop of persistent economic and social challenges confronting women in Northern Nigeria, a one-day Women Entrepreneurship Boot Camp read more 100 women entrepreneurs trained in Kano on creative business scheme  

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9 h. ago FG begins N47bn Jakara–Wuju–Wuju road, sewage project in Kano

The Federal Government has commenced construction of the N47 billion Jakara–Wuju–Wuju road and sewage project in the Kano metropolis, a read more FG begins N47bn Jakara–Wuju–Wuju road, sewage project in Kano

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10 h. ago Security agencies ‘closing in’ on bandits behind Kogi church attacks – Commissioner

Kogi State government confirms security agencies are closing in on bandits responsible for recent Kogi church attacks and expect to rescue hostages soon. Read More: https://punchng.com/security-agencies-closing-in-on-bandits-behind-kogi-church-attacks-commissioner/

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10 h. ago BREAKING: Senate confirms Ayodele Oke, two others as ambassadors

The Senate has confirmed three non-career ambassadorial nominees.

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12 h. ago Cross River Orders Transporters To Paint Vehicles In Official Colours

The Cross River State Government has instructed all commercial vehicle operators to paint their vehicles in the officially approved state colours, effective January 31, 2026. Commissioner of Transportation, Ene Cobham, said the directive aims to “sanitise the transport sector and strengthen public safety.” In the statement, the ministry warned that any vehicle found with off-colour paint […]

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13 h. ago Kogi Confirms 13 Abducted, 4 Bandits Killed In Attack On Community

Kogi State Government has confirmed the abduction of 13 persons in an attack by suspected bandits on Ayetoro Kiri community in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state. The state government also disclosed that four of the assailants were neutralised by local hunters during a fierce gun battle. Speaking on News Central Television on Monday […]

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