4 m. ago ‘Budget delays, electioneering threaten IMF’s 4.4% growth outlook’

The IMF projects a 4.4% growth for Nigeria in 2026, but analysts warn that stalled budgets and pre-election politicking threaten this optimistic economic o Read More: https://punchng.com/budget-delays-electioneering-threaten-imfs-4-4-growth-outlook/

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64 m. ago Biochemists warn farmers against using toxic chemicals as fertilisers

Biochemists warn farmers against using toxic fertilisers to hasten crop growth, highlighting major risks to food safety and long-term human health. Read More: https://punchng.com/biochemists-warn-farmers-against-using-toxic-chemicals-as-fertilisers/

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64 m. ago Using insecticides for lice, dandruff can kill, doctors tell Nigerians

Doctors warn that using insecticides for lice or dandruff is highly toxic. Applying chemicals like Sniper to your scalp can lead to poisoning, coma, and de Read More: https://punchng.com/using-insecticides-for-lice-dandruff-can-kill-doctors-tell-nigerians/

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3 h. ago CISLAC urges N’Assembly to prioritise governance ahead of 2027 elections

CISLAC warns the 10th National Assembly against early electioneering, urging lawmakers to prioritise governance and key reforms to address Nigeria’s challe Read More: https://punchng.com/cislac-urges-nassembly-to-prioritise-governance-ahead-of-2027-elections/

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9 h. ago Disputed oil wells: RMAFC begins plotting, urges states’ cooperation

The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission has urged oil-producing states to fully cooperate in the ongoing exercise to resolve disputes over oil and gas wells by plotting verified coordinates. Chairman of the commission, Mohammed Shehu, made the call on Monday in Abuja at the flag-off of the plotting of coordinates of disputed and newly Read More: https://punchng.com/disputed-oil-wells-rmafc-begins-plotting-urges-states-cooperation/

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13 h. ago FRSC warns motorists to exercise caution during hazy weather

The Federal Road Safety Corps has urged motorists across Nigeria to exercise heightened caution due to prevailing hazy weather, which has reduced visibility on major highways and increased the risk of road traffic crashes. The Corps explained that the current dust haze, caused largely by seasonal atmospheric conditions, significantly impairs drivers’ vision. In a statement Read More: https://punchng.com/frsc-warns-motorists-to-exercise-caution-during-hazy-weather/

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15 h. ago Governor Adeleke Demands Immediate Release Of Withheld ₦130bn Osun LG Funds

Osun State governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, has demanded the immediate release of over ₦130 billion in statutory allocations withheld from the state’s local government area councils, warning that the action was crippling grassroots governance and inflicting severe hardship on workers and residents across the state. According to a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mallam […]

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15 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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17 h. ago PICTORIAL: ₦700m Property Saved As Federal, FCT Fire Services Contain Fire At Abuja Residence

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has responded promptly to a residential fire outbreak caused by a lithium solar inverter system at Suncity Estate, Galadima, Abuja. FFS, therefore, cautioned members of the public to exercise proper care in the installation, use, and maintenance of solar inverter systems, saying only qualified technicians should be engaged, and systems […]

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19 h. ago Don’t Abandon Electoral Law, Constitution Review, CSOs Caution Lawmakers

Ahead of the resumption of the National Assembly from Christmas and New Year break on Tuesday, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), have cautioned lawmakers against abandoning legislative business for political activities. The caution is against the backdrop of 2026 being the penultimate year to the 2027 general election where political activities sometimes take preeminence over governance […]

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19 h. ago Women Group Begs Tinubu’s To Intervene In Rivers Political Crisis

The South-South Professional Women Association International (SSPWAI) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the political crisis rocking Rivers State, warning that prolonged instability could threaten national economic interests and public safety. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday, the association’s national president, Dr. Mrs. Constance Mbang, said the lingering tensions surrounding […]

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27 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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31 h. ago 2027: “Dropping Northern Muslim From Presidential Ticket Could Hurt APC” — Culture Minister

The Minister of Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has warned that the All Progressives Congress risks undermining its chances in the 2027 general election if it drops a Northern Muslim from President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ticket. Musawa made the remarks during a recent episode of Mic On Show with journalist Seun Okinbaloye, amid […] The post 2027: “Dropping Northern Muslim From Presidential Ticket Could Hurt APC” — Culture Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Dismissing minority report on tax laws alteration will aid impunity — Rep

A Rep warns that dismissing a report on alleged tax laws alteration will encourage impunity and undermine the National Assembly’s authority and integrity. Read More: https://punchng.com/dismissing-minority-report-on-tax-laws-alteration-will-aid-impunity-rep/

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34 h. ago Oil exploration: Showunmi warns against Ogun East–West divide, urges balanced development

PDP’s Segun Showunmi cautions against an East-West divide over Ogun oil exploration, urging balanced development for both Tongeji Island and Eba Community. Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-exploration-showunmi-warns-against-ogun-east-west-divide-urges-balanced-development/

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35 h. ago FoodCo flags January ‘reset’ as shoppers cut back and spend more deliberately

Nigeria’s post-festive retail season is increasingly shaped by caution rather than recovery. January has emerged as a period of deliberate read more FoodCo flags January ‘reset’ as shoppers cut back and spend more deliberately

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36 h. ago Kano Government Warns Supporters Against Insulting Kwankwaso

The Kano State Government has warned supporters of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf against making inflammatory remarks or insulting the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, cautioning that such actions will attract disciplinary measures. The warning was issued on Saturday by the spokesperson of the Governor, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, while making the […]

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39 h. ago 2027: Dropping Northern Muslim from presidential ticket could hurt APC — Minister

Minister Hannatu Musawa warns the APC that dropping a Northern Muslim from its 2027 presidential ticket could undermine the party’s election chances. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-dropping-northern-muslim-from-presidential-ticket-could-hurt-apc-minister/

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44 h. ago N652m Airline Ticket Scam: Use Only Accredited Agents, Official Sites, Operators Warn Travelers

Aviation experts have advised air travellers to purchase tickets only through accredited travel agents or official airline platforms to avoid falling victim to fraudsters targeting unsuspecting passengers. LEADERSHIP reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered a large-scale flight ticket fraud scheme in which hundreds of passengers were defrauded of their savings […]

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54 h. ago Insecurity: No cause for celebration yet, Northern CAN chairman warns

Northern CAN chairman Rev. John Hayab cautions against celebrating security gains, citing ongoing abductions as proof of persistent Nigeria insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-no-cause-for-celebration-yet-northern-can-chairman-warns/

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