5 h. ago Paperless revolution: Nigeria hits 100% digital compliance across federal ministries

Nigeria’s federal government has achieved full digital compliance, marking the successful transition to a paperless civil service to boost efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/paperless-revolution-nigeria-hits-100-digital-compliance-across-federal-ministries/

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6 h. ago FG confirms release of NAF aircraft, detained 11 personnel in Burkina Faso

The Federal Government has confirmed the release of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft and 11 of its personnel who were detained in Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing.

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13 h. ago Reviewing the WHT 2024, as Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect January 1

As the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect on January 1, 2026, ADEOLA OJO, in this piece, reviews one of the recent tax laws, the Withholding Tax known as the Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations 2024, which took effect on July 1, 2024 and its effect on Nigerians. The Federal Government last […]

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13 h. ago Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences

Nigeria’s Federal Government has imposed an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products, revoking all previously read more Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences

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17 h. ago Gaming Bill: Why president must reject assault on Nigeria’s federalism

By Olajide Boladuro NIGERIA stands at a constitutional crossroads. Barely months after the Supreme Court issued a definitive judgement affirming that gaming and lottery regulation lie squarely within the authority of state governments, the National Assembly has passed the Central Gaming Bill, 2025, a piece of legislation that attempts, both in substance and in name, […]

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26 h. ago FG moves to close 3.6m metric ton fish consumption gap as local output hits 1.4m in 2025

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to bridge Nigeria’s annual fish consumption deficit of about 3.6 million metric tons, following read more FG moves to close 3.6m metric ton fish consumption gap as local output hits 1.4m in 2025

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30 h. ago “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reacted to reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by the Leopards during the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco. Responding to the development, the Congolese team, through a post on its official Instagram page on Tuesday night, warned Nigeria […] The post “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Health unions suspend picketing as FG sets up committee to address demands

Nigeria’s health unions (JOHESU) suspend picketing after the Federal Government set up a committee to address demands from their ongoing strike. Read More: https://punchng.com/health-unions-suspend-picketing-as-fg-sets-up-committee-to-address-demands/

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46 h. ago N5.2trn debt: Reps issue deadline for reconciliation of CBN accounts

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has set 19th January 2026 as the deadline for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to conclude its ongoing reconciliation with the Federal Ministry of Finance and the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) over alleged unremitted revenues worth N50.2 trillion into the Federation Account.

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49 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo for allegedly fielding ineligible players during the CAF playoff read more 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

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51 h. ago Emergency powers: S’Court judgment dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy, says ADC

The ADC warns the Supreme Court’s judgment on presidential emergency powers is a dangerous threat to Nigeria’s federalism and constitutional governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/emergency-powers-scourt-judgment-dangerous-for-nigerias-democracy-says-adc/

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59 h. ago PTAD office protest: FEPPPAN condemns exposure of frail pensioners

•Urges FG to act fast The Federal Parastatals and Private Sector Pensioners Association of Nigeria (FEPPPAN) has condemned the recent exposure of vulnerable and elderly pensioners to “avoidable danger” during a recent protest at the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) office in Lagos. In a statement jointly signed by its president-general, Elder Benjamin Maisaniari Amako, […]

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60 h. ago FAAC shares ₦1.92 trillion November revenue among federal, state and local governments

Nigeria’s Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) shared ₦1.92 trillion in revenue for November among the federal government, states and local read more FAAC shares ₦1.92 trillion November revenue among federal, state and local governments

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65 h. ago Rivers emergency: S’Court verdict dangerous for democracy, says PDP

The PDP criticises the Supreme Court’s Rivers emergency verdict, warning the decision sets a dangerous precedent for Nigeria’s democracy and federalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-emergency-scourt-verdict-dangerous-for-democracy-says-pdp/

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69 h. ago 2026 budget hangs in balance as FG admits deep revenue gaps, senators demand answers

Serious doubts have emerged over the credibility of Nigeria’s 2026 budget projections after the Federal Government admitted that it realised read more 2026 budget hangs in balance as FG admits deep revenue gaps, senators demand answers

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2 d. ago State of emergency: S’Court judgment justifies authoritarianism, threatens democracy — PDP faction 

The PDP warns a Supreme Court ruling on the President’s emergency powers could lead to authoritarianism and threaten Nigeria’s federal democratic structure Read More: https://punchng.com/state-of-emergency-scourt-judgment-justifies-authoritarianism-threatens-democracy-pdp-faction/

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3 d. ago Progress recorded in health sector, says outgoing Ekiti hospital CMD

Outgoing Ekiti hospital CMD discusses Nigeria’s health sector progress, citing federal investment, facility upgrades, and staff welfare improvements. Read More: https://punchng.com/progress-recorded-in-health-sector-says-outgoing-ekiti-hospital-cmd/

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3 d. ago Nigerian Couple Nabbed In Minnesota For Kidnapping Federal Agent During Visa Overstay Arrest

A United States–based Nigerian couple has been arrested in Minnesota following an incident involving federal immigration officers during an attempted arrest over an alleged visa overstay. According to reports, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents had moved to arrest a Nigerian national, Oluwadamilola Bamigboye, over claims that he overstayed his student visa. The operation reportedly […] The post Nigerian Couple Nabbed In Minnesota For Kidnapping Federal Agent During Visa Overstay Arrest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG, Presidency Play Down Christmas Day Terror Warning By U.S. Group, Says Alert Is Speculative, Panic

A United States–based humanitarian group, Equipping The Persecuted, has raised an alarm over an alleged plan by terrorists to carry out coordinated attacks on several communities in northern Nigeria on Christmas Day, a claim the Federal Government has dismissed as speculative and panic-inducing. The warning was issued by the organisation’s founder, Judd Saul, during a […] The post FG, Presidency Play Down Christmas Day Terror Warning By U.S. Group, Says Alert Is Speculative, Panic-Inducing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG, Presidency Play Down Christmas Day Terror Warning By U.S. Group, Say Alert Is Speculative, Panic

A United States–based humanitarian group, Equipping The Persecuted, has raised an alarm over an alleged plan by terrorists to carry out coordinated attacks on several communities in northern Nigeria on Christmas Day, a claim the Federal Government has dismissed as speculative and panic-inducing. The warning was issued by the organisation’s founder, Judd Saul, during a […] The post FG, Presidency Play Down Christmas Day Terror Warning By U.S. Group, Say Alert Is Speculative, Panic-Inducing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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