13 h. ago PICTORIAL: FCTA Workers, NLC Picket Industrial Court As Wike Sues Unions Over Strike

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), on Monday, stormed the premises of the National Industrial Court in Abuja, joined by leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), in protest against what they described as persistent violations of their rights by the FCTA management and political leadership. The demonstration, which drew hundreds of workers […]

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13 h. ago Nigeria Customs Generates N7.28trn To Exceed 2025 Revenue Target

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a remarkable revenue performance in 2025, collecting N7.28 trillion and surpassing its target by N697 billion, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, announced on Monday. Speaking at the International Customs Day 2026 celebration in Abuja, which coincided with the launch of the Service’s Time Release Study (TRS), […]

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15 h. ago Ganduje Returns To Nigeria Ahead Of Governor Yusuf’s Formal Defection To APC

Former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has returned to Nigeria ahead of the anticipated defection of Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to the ruling party. Ganduje arrived in Abuja at about 5:30 a.m. on Monday aboard a British Airways flight from London, according to a statement signed […]

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16 h. ago Dangote Cement Hires 200 Graduates In Fresh Boost To Local Content

The company said many of the graduates have already been integrated into its operations in Nigeria and other African countries, positioning them for long-term leadership roles within the group. The post Dangote Cement Hires 200 Graduates In Fresh Boost To Local Content appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago US Steps Up Military Action, Intelligence Sharing With Nigeria

The United States military has stepped up material deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of a broader push to counter Islamic State-linked militants across Africa, the deputy commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lieutenant General John Brennan, has said. Speaking in an interview with AFP on the sidelines of a US–Nigeria security […]

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19 h. ago 2027: We Shouldn’t Be Scared About Asking For Religious Balance — Dogara

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has said that discussions about religious balance in Nigeria’s political leadership should not stem from fear or pressure but from a genuine desire to uphold justice and inclusion. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Today’ on Sunday night, Dogara said that calls for a […]

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20 h. ago Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General

The attacks marked the first by US forces in Nigeria under Trump, and came after the Republican leader unexpectedly berated Nigeria in October and November, saying Christians in the country faced an "existential threat" that amounted to "genocide". The post Christmas Strikes In Nigeria Targeted Militants Largely Active In Niger Republic— US Lieutenant General appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 h. ago Forum Condemns Insecurity, Extrajudicial Killings In Nigeria

Leaders of the Eastern Bar Forum have condemned the spate of insecurity, extrajudicial killings and inflation in Nigeria and urged the federal government to intensify efforts against them. The governor of the forum, Damian Nosike, spoke at the group’s three-day quarterly meeting in Umuahia, the Abia State capital. He expressed worry over the challenges. Nosike […]

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22 h. ago Shell CEO: We’re Investing $20bn In Nigeria Due To Tinubu’s Vision, Leadership

President Bola Tinubu’s reforms have directly boosted Shell Plc’s confidence to commit up to $20 billion in new investments in Nigeria’s oil sector, the company’s chief executive, Wael Sawan, has said. At a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Mr Sawan said Shell is deepening and expanding its investments in Nigeria and is […]

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30 h. ago Shell CEO hails Tinubu’s leadership, pledges $20bn investment in Nigeria

Shell’s CEO hails President Tinubu’s leadership, pledging a potential $20bn investment in Nigeria’s energy sector, citing renewed investor confidence. Read More: https://punchng.com/shell-ceo-hails-tinubus-leadership-pledges-20bn-investment-in-nigeria/

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44 h. ago Promasidor marks international day of education, restates commitment to education, child nutrition

In commemoration of this year’s International Day of Education, Promasidor Nigeria, a leading food and beverage company, has restated its read more Promasidor marks international day of education, restates commitment to education, child nutrition

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47 h. ago Southern, Middle Belt Forum Demands Restructured Nigeria On 2014 Confab

The Southern and Middle Belt Leadership Forum (SMBLF) has said only a restructured Nigeria based on the 2014 national conference recommendations can guarantee security, justice and equity for all citizens. Speaking with LEADERSHIP Sunday on the forum’s position over the recent mass abduction of over 100 Kurmin Wali worshippers last Sunday, SMBLF spokesman, Luka Binniyat, […]

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55 h. ago Kwankwaso breaks silence on Yusuf’s exit, calls for grassroots rebuild ahead of 2027

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and founder of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, has responded read more Kwankwaso breaks silence on Yusuf’s exit, calls for grassroots rebuild ahead of 2027

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62 h. ago Nigeria Police, US Bureau Review Strategic Partnership, Seek Deeper Security Collaboration

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has received the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), Ms. Maggie Nardi, and her delegation at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to review ongoing collaborations and explore new areas of partnership in policing and internal security. This was […]

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65 h. ago Buchi Blasts ‘Lagos Celebrities’ For Seeking US Streamer IShowSpeed’s Attention

Nigerian writer and life coach, Solomon Buchi, has criticised the behaviours of some Lagos-based content creators and celebrities during the visit of American streamer Darren Watkins, popularly known as IShowSpeed, to Nigeria. LEADERSHIP reports that IShowSpeed, 21, is currently on his “Speed Does Africa” tour, which berthed in Lagos, Nigeria, on January 21, 2026, coinciding […]

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67 h. ago Chevron Broadens Oil Exploration In Nigeria With Successful Awodi‑07 a Well Appraisal

Chevron Nigeria Limited, has said it is repositioning its investment opportunities to significantly increase crude production capacity in Nigeria enabled by ongoing reforms by government. Chevron notes its broader global exploration strategy to find new resources that extend the life of producing assets in existing operating areas and deliver production with shorter development cycle times. […]

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3 d. ago Phenom Communications sets new standard for Nigeria’s brand–influencer collaboration

Phenom Communications hosted leading players and voices across Nigeria’s creative, brand, and media ecosystem on January 16 in Lagos for read more Phenom Communications sets new standard for Nigeria’s brand–influencer collaboration

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3 d. ago Tinubu’s Background Gives Him Edge To Fix Nigeria — Olubadan

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa 1, has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu, saying the President’s political background and record as former governor of Lagos State give him a clear advantage in addressing Nigeria’s challenges. Oba Ladoja spoke with journalists on Friday after paying a courtesy visit to President Tinubu at […]

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3 d. ago ‘Education Or Nothing’, Igbojindu Tasks Nigeria On Prioritising Learning

Education advocate and philanthropist, Dr Frank Igbojindu, has called on Nigerians and all levels of government to place education at the centre of national development, insisting that no meaningful progress can be achieved without deliberate investment in learning. Igbojindu, who spoke while restating his long-held philosophy, “Education or Nothing,” described education as a non-negotiable tool […]

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3 d. ago Beyond Tickets: Nigeria Needs Leadership, Not Religious Mathematics

By Rayyanu Bala Ever since President Bola Tinubu emerged in 2023 on a Muslim–Muslim ticket, religion has remained a recurring headline in Nigeria’s political conversation. Now, with reports that the president may be considering one or more Northern Christians as potential running mates ahead of another election cycle, the debate has been reignited this time, […]

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