2 h. ago Okpebholo sacks EdoGis MD over unauthorised Presco land revocation

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has sacked Tony Ikpasaja, the Managing Director of the State Geographic Information Service (EDOGIS) read more Okpebholo sacks EdoGis MD over unauthorised Presco land revocation

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3 h. ago 2026 Hajj: NAHCON Chairman tasks staff on service delivery for Nigerian pilgrims

"Policies and technologies in Saudi Arabia change every year, and the expectations of Nigerian pilgrims continue to rise...

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7 h. ago Islamic Scholar Dahiru Usman Dies At 102, Bauchi Governor Mourns

Sheikh Usman, who received the national honour OFR, was born on June 29, 1927, in East Gombe. The post Islamic Scholar Dahiru Usman Dies At 102, Bauchi Governor Mourns appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago We’re Inches Away From Crushing Banditry — Defence Minister Badaru Claims

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, says the Armed Forces are closing in on overcoming banditry across the country, despite the recent resurgence of school abductions. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored in Kaduna, the minister acknowledged the persistence of security challenges but described the current pattern of attacks as […] The post We’re Inches Away From Crushing Banditry — Defence Minister Badaru Claims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago From cotton fields to retail shelves – Why Nigeria must recover its textile legacy

Once the pride of African manufacturing, Nigeria’s textile sector powered hundreds of thousands of jobs, linked cotton farmers to garment read more From cotton fields to retail shelves – Why Nigeria must recover its textile legacy

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9 h. ago BREAKING: Islamic Scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi is dead

Prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has passed away. His death was confirmed by his son and former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-islamic-scholar-sheikh-dahiru-usman-bauchi-is-dead/

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10 h. ago Tukur Mamu was allocated N50m from Abuja–Kaduna ransom – DSS witness tells court

A Department of State Services (DSS) investigator on Tuesday told a federal high court in Abuja that Tukur Mamu, publisher read more Tukur Mamu was allocated N50m from Abuja–Kaduna ransom – DSS witness tells court

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11 h. ago Body Honours 2 National Youth Service Corps Workers In Katsina

The Institute for Humanitarian and Disaster Management has honoured two NYSC staff members in Katsina for their outstanding contributions to corps members’ welfare and career development. The ceremony held at the Orientation  Camp in Katsina, featured an impactful lecture on the growing importance of professional skills in securing employment in today’s competitive job market. The […]

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11 h. ago BREAKING: Renowned Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, Dies At 98

Renowned Islamic scholar, leader and cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has passed away at the age of 98. The respected Dariqa Islamic scholar, who was born June 29, 1927, died on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Confirming the passing of the cleric, one of his close associates, Daha Azhary Bauchi, announced, “Innaa lillahi wa innaa ilaihi […]

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16 h. ago Oyo flags off MNCH week, targets over 500,000 children with comprehensive health services

THE Oyo State Government has launched the second round of its Maternal and Newborn Child Week (MNCW) for 2025, unveiling a wide-ranging package of essential health services designed to protect children and strengthen primary healthcare delivery across the state. Speaking at the flag-off in Ibadan, Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board […]

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20 h. ago Terrorism trail: DSS alleges Mamu benefited from Kaduna train attack ransom

A Department of State Services (DSS) investigator on Wednesday alleged that Tukur Mamu benefited from the ransom paid for victims read more Terrorism trail: DSS alleges Mamu benefited from Kaduna train attack ransom

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24 h. ago Nasarawa gov presents N517.5bn 2026 budget proposal to assembly

Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule presents a N517.5bn ‘Budget of Strategic Consolidation’ for 2026, focusing on infrastructure, jobs, and social services. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-gov-presents-n517-5bn-2026-budget-proposal-to-assembly/

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24 h. ago PSC, NPF Begin Recruitment Of 30,000 Policemen To Bolster Security

Following the presidential directive to bolster the numerical strength of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and enhance national security, the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the NPF have established a joint ad-hoc committee to drive the immediate commencement of the recruitment of 30,000 new police personnel. The ad-hoc committee was inaugurated on Wednesday in Abuja […]

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24 h. ago Publisher Mamu Not Mandated To Negotiate With Terrorists, Witness Tells Court

A witness of the Department of State Service (DSS), on Wednesday, told the Federal High Court in Abuja that a Kaduna-based newspaper publisher, Tukur Mamu, standing trial over alleged terrorism funding was not at any time appointed by the federal government to negotiate with terrorists that attacked Abuja-Kaduna Train service in 2022. The witness, an […]

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26 h. ago Again, Osun Security Council Meets As Adeleke Warns Against Political Violence

The Osun State Security Council has met to assess current security challenges in the State and develop new state-wide measures aimed at protecting residents from both internal and external threats. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, and attended by all Service commanders, focused on strengthening existing frameworks to prevent infiltration by bandits […]

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29 h. ago Customs promote 13 senior officers, reward 10 for exceptional service

The Nigeria Customs Service Board approves a major customs promotion, elevating 5 Deputy Comptroller-Generals and 8 Assistant Comptroller-Generals. Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-promote-13-senior-officers-reward-10-for-exceptional-service/

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30 h. ago U.S. government commits $150m to Zipline to expand access to life

The U.S. Department of State is awarding $150 million in Zipline, the world’s largest autonomous logistics system, to support the expansion of its life-saving artificial intelligence and robotics infrastructure across Africa. Under this pay-for-performance model, the first of its kind from the State Department – the funds will be released only when African governments sign […]

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31 h. ago IFAD, FG push for faster delivery as SAPZ supervision mission opens in Abuja

Of this number, 14,655 farmers have already received input support, training and digital services, including climate information advisories

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31 h. ago Israel announces new ‘counterterrorism’ operation in northern West Bank

In a joint statement, the military and the internal security service said they “began operating as part of a broad counterterrorism operation in the area of northern Samaria...

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32 h. ago Kleenrite Limited Celebrates 35 Years of Hygiene Excellence and Launches Historic ‘Kleen Up Nigeria’ Initiative

Lagos, Nigeria – November 25, 2025 – Kleenrite Limited, a pioneer and leader in professional cleaning, hygiene, and environmental services, read more Kleenrite Limited Celebrates 35 Years of Hygiene Excellence and Launches Historic ‘Kleen Up Nigeria’ Initiative

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