62 m. ago Global flight disruptions loom as Airbus orders software update over solar radiation risk

Air passengers around the world may face delays and cancellations after Airbus directed airlines to update software on more than 6,500 A320 aircraft following concerns that...

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2 h. ago Electricity Distribution Companies Achieve 86% Billing Efficiency, Collects N241.54bn In September

Nigeria’s power sector recorded an improvement in commercial performance in September 2025, as electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) achieved 86 per cent billing efficiency for the month. This is according to the latest Commercial Performance Factsheet released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The report provides a detailed snapshot of how DisCos managed energy billing, […]

Science

9 h. ago Folic acid, prenatal multivitamins, cut autism risk by 30 per cent — Study

Children born to women who took either folic acid or a daily multivitamin before or during pregnancy were less likely to have a child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder compared to children whose mothers did not take any prenatal vitamins. In a new study, researchers report that intake of folic acid before pregnancy and […]

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14 h. ago Nigeria Attracts $20.98bn In 10 Months As CBN Says FATF Grey List Exit Restores $30bn

Nigeria in the first 10 months of the year recorded a total of $20.98 billion in foreign capital inflow, a 70 per cent rise over total inflows in 2024, Governor of the Central Bank Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, revealed as he said $30 billion in potential investments was being reclaimed following Nigeria’s exit from the […]

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21 h. ago Ogun Government Shuts 7 Battery Recycling Plants Over Lead Poisoning Fears

The Ogun State government has ordered the immediate shutdown of seven used lead-acid battery recycling plants in Ogijo, Sagamu local government area of the State, following widespread concerns over alleged lead poisoning in the community. The Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, announced the decision during an inspection tour of the area on Friday, in response […]

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29 h. ago Equities Market Rebounds By N111bn On Renewed Investor Optimism

The Nigerian equities market closed on a positive note yesterday, with a gain of N111 billion, following share price appreciation in MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) Plc and 32 others. The All-Share Index (ASI) gained 174.66 points, representing a gain of 0.12 per cent to close at 143,239.23 points. Also, market capitalisation rose by N111 billion […]

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39 h. ago Cut Down NASS Operations To Increase Funding For Security, Ndume Tells FG

Senator Ali Ndume argues that Nigeria should reduce spending on areas that do not significantly benefit the majority of citizens and focus instead on ensuring public safety. The post Cut Down NASS Operations To Increase Funding For Security, Ndume Tells FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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40 h. ago Insecurity: I hope Tinubu will walk his talks on open grazing, State Police — Okorie

" I give him a hundred per cent endorsement. This open grazing accounts for 80% of the clashes in the Middle Belt.

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42 h. ago NESREA, Ogun seal six recycling facilities for breaching environmental regulations

NESREA and Ogun State sealed six recycling facilities in Ogijo for failing to comply with environmental regulations on used lead-acid battery management. Read More: https://punchng.com/nesrea-ogun-seal-six-recycling-facilities-for-breaching-environmental-regulations/

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47 h. ago Edo: Court adjourns hearing in child HIV transfusion suit to Jan 27

She told the court that her client only recently briefed her on the matter and that she needed time to study the case file...

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47 h. ago Governor Idris Presents N642.9bn 2026 Budget To Kebbi Assembly.

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, on Thursday, presented N642.9 billion appropriation budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the Kebbi House of Assembly for consideration and passage. Presenting the budget in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday, Governor Idris said that capital expenditure represents 70 per cent, while current expenditure accounts for 25 per cent of the […]

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53 h. ago TotalEnergies Sells Stake in Nigerian Deepwater Field Bonga To Eni, Shell

TotalEnergies announced that it had completed the divestment of its non-operated stake in the massive deepwater Bonga field off Nigeria, realising a net gain of $510 million. In a statement, the company announced that its local subsidiary, TEPNG, had closed the sale of its 12.5 per cent stake in Oil Mining License 118 to fellow […]

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58 h. ago Manufacturers Seek Further Interest Rate Cuts To Spur Growth

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called for cuts in interest rates to alleviate borrowing costs and boost growth within the manufacturing sector. This appeal follows the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, where the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) decided to maintain the benchmark interest rate at 27 per cent and adjust the Standing […]

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63 h. ago New Study Exposes Trauma Crisis Among Journalists Covering Conflicts

As insecurity in many parts of Nigeria continued to pose serious challenges, a new international study has spotlighted that many journalists covering these crises now face overwhelming social, psychological, and emotional trauma. The study, titled “Silent Echoes and Deafening Silence: A Mixed Methods Evaluation of Trauma Journalism in Nigeria’s Ethno-Religious Crises”, appeared in the first […]

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64 h. ago Insecurity: KONGONET tasks Kogi govt on rapid response systems in high

KONGONET strongly warned that misinformation can undermine the credibility of

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65 h. ago Lagos rolls out 20 new CNG buses, engages transport operators

Lagos State launches 20 new CNG buses to cut commuting costs by 30% and enhance transport safety. Learn about this clean energy initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-rolls-out-20-new-cng-buses-engages-transport-operators/

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65 h. ago Equities market reverses previous gain as investors lose N444.3bn

The Nigerian equities market returned to negative territory on Wednesday as sustained selling pressure, driven largely by year-end profit-taking and portfolio rebalancing, weighed on investor sentiment. The benchmark NGX All-Share Index declined by 0.49 per cent to close at 143,064.57 basis points. Consequently, total market capitalisation shed N444.32 billion to close at approximately N91 trillion. […]

Politics

67 h. ago Governor Oborevwori Presents N1.664trn 2026 Budget To Delta Assembly

Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has presented a N1.664 trillion Appropriation Bill for 2026 to the State House of Assembly for legislative consideration. The presentation, held at the Assembly Complex in Asaba, was made pursuant to Section 121 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The total budget of ₦499 billion representing 30 per cent […]

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2 d. ago Ireland moves to cut asylum supports, introduces new accommodation charges

The Irish government has agreed to reduce support for asylum seekers following a meeting of senior ministers in Dublin on Wednesday.

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2 d. ago Police Begin Manhunt For Man Who Bathed Girlfriend With Acid In Edo

The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday said it has begun a manhunt for one Timothy Gilbert, who bathed his girlfriend, Angela Ogah, 40, with acid in Edo State. The Command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, confirmed the incident and stated that the suspect committed the crime at the Ihovbe quarters in Ikpoba Hill and subsequently fled. […]

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