47 m. ago Foundation warns of humanitarian crisis over Makoko demolition

A peace foundation warns the ongoing Makoko demolition could trigger a major humanitarian crisis, displacing residents and creating severe hardship in Lago Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-warns-of-humanitarian-crisis-over-makoko-demolition/

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47 m. ago N30bn relief: Oyo cries politics as HEDA drags Makinde to EFCC

HEDA petitions the EFCC to investigate the N30bn Oyo relief fund, alleging diversion and lack of transparency after the January 2024 Bodija explosion. Read More: https://punchng.com/n30bn-relief-oyo-cries-politics-as-heda-drags-makinde-to-efcc/

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14 h. ago Trump also stands to lose from threatened tariffs – French minister

A French minister warns that Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs over the Greenland purchase could be ‘deadly’ for the US economy, affecting farmers and indu Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-also-stands-to-lose-from-threatened-tariffs-french-minister/

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15 h. ago Stop distracting Abia with 2027 election talk, Otti tells opposition

Abia Governor Alex Otti warns opponents to stop early Abia 2027 election permutations, insisting his focus is on development, not political noise. Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-distracting-abia-with-2027-election-talk-otti-tells-opposition/

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15 h. ago NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

The Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) have intensified efforts to raise workplace read more NECA, NSITF push to boost workplace safety, reward compliant firms

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17 h. ago African Scientists push homegrown health R&D solutions as global funding tightens

Leading scientists from eight African countries are calling for urgent, Africa-led action to strengthen the continent’s health Research and Development read more African Scientists push homegrown health R&D solutions as global funding tightens

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18 h. ago German Finance Group Commits €30m To Boost Africa’s Clean Energy Drive

German development finance institution, DEG, and a subsidiary of KfW Group, have set a side a €30 million loan to Africa Go Green Fund, which specialises in financing climate solutions across Africa. The fund which invests in energy efficiency, clean cooking, electric mobility, green buildings and distributed energy solutions, is managed by Cygnum Capital manages […]

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29 h. ago VIDEO: Rema chooses girlfriend with style over funds in recent viral interview

Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema discusses his fashion, music, and personal preferences in a viral interview, revealing he’d choose a girlfriend with style. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-rema-chooses-girlfriend-with-style-over-funds-in-recent-viral-interview/

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30 h. ago Edo Police Warn Against Attack On Policemen As Reckless Driver Knocks Down 3 Personnel

The Edo State Police Command, on Saturday, warned motorists and members of the public that attacks on police officers on lawful duty will no longer be tolerated. The warning followed an incident in which three police personnel of the Command were knocked down at a checkpoint in Benin City by a motorist. The incident, which […]

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30 h. ago N30bn intervention fund: Ibadan explosion victims cry out for financial support

Two years after the tragedy, Ibadan explosion victims renew calls for compensation from a N30bn intervention fund, seeking sustained government support. Read More: https://punchng.com/n30bn-intervention-fund-ibadan-explosion-victims-cry-out-for-financial-support/

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31 h. ago Equitane, Novastar, Triple Jump back MAX’s $24m raise for African EV scale

Equitane DMCC, Novastar Ventures and Triple Jump backed MAX’s $24 million funding raise, providing fresh equity and climate-focused debt to read more Equitane, Novastar, Triple Jump back MAX’s $24m raise for African EV scale-up

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34 h. ago Rivers APC Faults State Assembly Over Fubara Impeachment Move

The party warned that Rivers State could not afford actions that threaten political stability. The post Rivers APC Faults State Assembly Over Fubara Impeachment Move appeared first on Channels Television.

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35 h. ago Int’l body seeks Lagos’ partnership to deepen study of Mathematics

Darsel, an international organisation is seeking stronger collaborations with Lagos State Government and other stakeholders to strengthen mathematics foundations among read more Int’l body seeks Lagos’ partnership to deepen study of Mathematics

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36 h. ago “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors

Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has called on state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such engagements weaken ongoing military operations. Musa made the call during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he said dialogue with criminal groups only emboldens them and complicates the work of security agencies. According to him, bandits are […] The post “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Attack on officers won’t be tolerated, Edo CP warns motorists

Edo State Police Command issues a stern warning to motorists after a dangerous attack on officers left three injured in a hit-and-run incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/attack-on-officers-wont-be-tolerated-edo-cp-warns-motorists/

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41 h. ago Aid cuts push 1.2m in Northeast Nigeria deeper into hunger, says WFP

The World Food Programme reports that aid cuts have pushed 1.2 million people deeper into hunger in Northeast Nigeria, with funding shortfalls worsening ma Read More: https://punchng.com/aid-cuts-push-1-2m-in-northeast-nigeria-deeper-into-hunger-says-wfp/

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41 h. ago Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger In Decade As Aid Cuts Hit Northeast, UN Warns

Funding shortfalls in 2025 had already forced WFP to scale back nutrition programmes in Nigeria, affecting more than 300,000 children, after the agency warned that nearly 35 million people could go hungry as its resources ran out in December. The post Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger In Decade As Aid Cuts Hit Northeast, UN Warns appeared first on Channels Television.

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51 h. ago WORLD IN BRIEF: Trump receives Nobel medal, US boosts Africa security funding, other global stories

Trump accepts Nobel Peace Prize medal from Venezuelan opposition leader Donald Trump has received the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize medal read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Trump receives Nobel medal, US boosts Africa security funding, other global stories

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52 h. ago Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

Christopher Musa, minister of defence, has urged state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such talks undermine military read more Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

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56 h. ago ‘There Won’t Be Help From Anybody’, EFCC Warns Corrupt Politicians, Others In Cryptic Message

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, warned corrupt politicians, civil servants, and fraudsters, saying there won’t be help for them from anywhere when they get caught in the agency’s net. EFCC gave the warning in a cryptic message written in Pidgin English and posted on its verified social media handles shortly after […]

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