35 m. ago Economic hardship, others deepening mental health crisis — Psychiatrists

Nigerian psychiatrists warn that economic hardship and systemic neglect are deepening the mental health crisis. Learn about the urgent calls for reform. Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-hardship-others-deepening-mental-health-crisis-psychiatrists/

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1 hour ago Hong Kong Begins Mourning Period After Fire Kills At Least 128

Authorities on Friday afternoon put the death toll at 128 but warned that more charred remains could be found as investigators combed the towers, though they have yet to issue an updated figure. The post Hong Kong Begins Mourning Period After Fire Kills At Least 128 appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago ‘Don’t Play Politics With Insecurity,’ Barau Cautions Kano Government

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has cautioned the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, against politicising the issue of insecurity, urging him to concentrate on solving the challenges facing the State. LEADERSHIP reports that Barau’s warning followed allegations after the State’s 34th Executive Council Meeting that the deputy senate president’s earlier comments were capable […]

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4 h. ago Air travel disruptions loom globally as Airbus recalls planes for modification

European aerospace giant Airbus has warned that flights will be disrupted after it requested immediate modifications to thousands of its read more Air travel disruptions loom globally as Airbus recalls planes for modification

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6 h. ago Kwara, UNICEF target one million pregnant women, children for integrated health campaign

Kwara State Government, in partnership with the UNICEF, is set for statewide integrated health campaign on maternal and

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10 h. ago Kwara South suffers banditry because govt has abandoned its responsibility — Prof Omotosho, President, Kwara indigenes

Professor James Sunday Omotosho is the president of the Association of Kwara-Ekiti Indigenes. In this interview with BIOLA AZEEZ, the community leader talked on insecurity in the land and possible measures to curtail it.  Excerpts: How did we get here talking of the pervading insecurity in the land? I am not a politician, but I […]

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14 h. ago Neglecting gender, climate justice will deepen inequality, CITAD warns FG

Babakura noted that while Nigeria has made notable strides in digital innovation, data governance, public sector digitisation

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14 h. ago Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert

Gen Z protesters in Madagascar, Nepal, and Kenya have shaped political change in recent years, but Kabiru Adamu warns that such agitation can create openings for anti-democratic actors. The post Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago UNIPORT Student Sentenced To Death For Girlfriend’s Murder In Rivers

The judge described the convict’s actions as “intentional, calculated, and chillingly coordinated,” noting that testimonies from witnesses and exhibits tendered in court “left no room for contradiction”. The post UNIPORT Student Sentenced To Death For Girlfriend’s Murder In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago ICPC Warns Sexual Predators After Conviction Of UNICAL Professor

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has labelled the recent conviction of Professor Cyril Ndifon, a former Dean of Faculty of Law, University of Calabar (UNICAL) for sexual offences as a clear warning to predators in schools, offices, and higher institution. Spokesperson of the ICPC & head media and public communications, […]

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19 h. ago Akume urges Africa to embrace emerging technologies for sustainable energy

SGF George Akume urges Africa to adopt emerging technologies for sustainable energy, warning the continent must not be sidelined in the global shift. Read More: https://punchng.com/akume-urges-africa-to-embrace-emerging-technologies-for-sustainable-energy/

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20 h. ago UNICAL ASUU urges FG to implement Briggs committee recommendations

The University of Calabar ASUU chapter calls on the Federal Government to honor and implement the Prof. Nimi Briggs-led committee recommendations for staff Read More: https://punchng.com/unical-asuu-urges-fg-to-implement-briggs-committee-recommendations/

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21 h. ago Adelabu, PwC, warn of risks as power reforms enter critical phase

Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power, and partners at PwC Nigeria, have warned that Nigeria’s power sector reforms have entered a read more Adelabu, PwC, warn of risks as power reforms enter critical phase

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22 h. ago Appeal Court Dismisses Nnamdi Kanu’s Alleged Rights Violation Case Against DSS, AGF

The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Friday struck out an appeal filed by Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, challenging alleged violations of his fundamental rights, describing the case as without merit and academic following his conviction for terrorism. A three-member panel of the appellate court held that Kanu’s claims of breaches […] The post Appeal Court Dismisses Nnamdi Kanu’s Alleged Rights Violation Case Against DSS, AGF appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s Appeal thrown out as judges cite existing terrorism conviction

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the appeal filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People read more Nnamdi Kanu’s Appeal thrown out as judges cite existing terrorism conviction

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22 h. ago Oyo govt cracks down on street vendors occupying walkways, issues stern warning

The Oyo State Government has directed traders, artisans, motor dealers, and vendors occupying pedestrian walkways and roadside spaces to vacate those areas or face penalties.

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23 h. ago Appeal Court strikes out Nnamdi Kanu’s rights enforcement case against DSS DG, AGF

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on Friday struck out the appeal filed by the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, describing it as lacking in merit and rendered academic following his conviction for terrorism by a Federal High Court on November 20.

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23 h. ago 200 children died daily from AIDS in 2024 — UNICEF/UNAIDS report

A new UNICEF/UNAIDS report reveals staggering child AIDS deaths, with 200 children dying daily in 2024 due to gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and funding. Read More: https://punchng.com/200-children-died-daily-from-aids-in-2024-unicef-unaids-report/

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24 h. ago Bauchi govt laments increasing cases of child abuse, harmful practices

The lament was expressed by the State Commissioner of Justice and Attorneys-General, Hassan El-Yakub SAN, on Thursday during the commemoration of the 2025 World Children’s Day, organised by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with relevant MDAs.

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24 h. ago No Ransom Paid For Release Of Kidnap Victims —Senate Spokesperson

Adaramodu warned against assuming that military engagement did not occur simply because no bodies or images of arrest were presented. The post No Ransom Paid For Release Of Kidnap Victims —Senate Spokesperson appeared first on Channels Television.

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