1 hour ago INEC warns of ‘unclean’ voter register, urges nationwide mobilisation ahead of Dec 15 review window

Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has called on civil society organisations (CSOs), community leaders, the read more INEC warns of ‘unclean’ voter register, urges nationwide mobilisation ahead of Dec 15 review window

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29 h. ago Insecurity: Sultan Urges Dialogue, Christian Association Wants Perpetrators Sanctioned

Amid worsening insecurity across Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called for dialogue to restore peace as the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) demanded decisive action against the sponsors of violence. They spoke at the second triennial meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, with the theme, “Collaboration of […]

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39 h. ago Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged leaders across the country to put Nigeria’s long-term interest above short-term political or personal read more Obasanjo urges leaders to place Nigeria’s interest above short-term gains

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43 h. ago ECOWAS Warns Of Growing Threats, Seeks Stronger Democratic Governance In West Africa

The Sierra Leone Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chair of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers, Timothy Kabba, has urged West African leaders to renew their dedication to democracy, peace, and regional stability. Kabba made the appeal on Wednesday in Abuja while closing the two-day 55th Session of the Mediation and Security Council at the ministerial […]

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53 h. ago Abuja Residents Urge Military To Sustain Heat On Bandits, Kidnappers

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have appealed to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to sustain the ongoing kinetic operations against bandits, terrorists and kidnappers who refuse to lay down arms. This call was made during Peace and Development rallies held in Gwagwalada and Lugbe in the FCT yesterday. The rally, organised by […]

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57 h. ago Nigerian leaders need foresight beyond electoral cycles – Obasanjo

Former President Obasanjo urges Nigerian leaders to adopt long-term strategic thinking and design policies that endure beyond electoral cycles for national Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-leaders-need-foresight-beyond-electoral-cycles-obasanjo/

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65 h. ago FCT Residents Urge Military To Sustain Heat On, Terrorists, Bandits, Kidnappers

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have urged the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to sustain ongoing kinetic operations against bandits, terrorists and kidnappers who refuse to lay down arms and surrender. The call was made during Peace and Development rallies held in Gwagwalada and Lugbe in the FCT on Tuesday. The rallies, organised […]

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65 h. ago CCB Chairman Urges Youths To Shun Bribery, Champion Integrity

The chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Abdullahi Bello, has urged young Nigerians to embrace honesty and reject bribery, saying the nation’s integrity will be shaped by the choices they make today. Bello made the call in Abuja during the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day public dialogue organised by the Africa Network for Environment […]

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3 d. ago Yoruba leaders, experts stress decentralised security model as threats close in

Yoruba leaders, security experts and community organisations have renewed calls for the urgent creation of state police, decentralised intelligence gathering read more Yoruba leaders, experts stress decentralised security model as threats close in

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4 d. ago Reserved seats for women bill: Kaduna women, others call for quick passage

demands for the swift passage of the Reserved Seats for Women Bill dominated the First Kaduna State Parliamentary Stakeholders’ Power Table, as women leaders, government officials and civil society actors urged federal and state lawmakers to take “decisive legislative action” for women’s political inclusion.” Attorney-General and commissioner for Justice, Mr James Kanyip, set the tone […]

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4 d. ago PDP chieftain urges Northern leaders to take responsibility for insecurity

PDP chieftain Dr. Gbenga Hashim urges Northern leaders to take responsibility for the region’s escalating insecurity and governance failures. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-chieftain-urges-northern-leaders-to-take-responsibility-for-insecurity/

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5 d. ago Remita boss urges action over plan to position Oyo for digital competitiveness

DeRemi Atanda, managing director of Remita Payment Services Limited, has called on policymakers, business leaders, and institutions to move beyond read more Remita boss urges action over plan to position Oyo for digital competitiveness

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5 d. ago Emulate Gen Katsina’s leadership quality, Babangida urges Nigerian leaders

Former President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has called on Nigerian leaders, particularly Northern leaders emulate the

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6 d. ago ECOWAS leaders warn of democratic collapse, demand urgent regional action

West African leaders have issued one of their strongest warnings yet, declaring that the sub-region is at a “dangerous crossroads” read more ECOWAS leaders warn of democratic collapse, demand urgent regional action

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6 d. ago NSCI Urges Northern Leaders To Back Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has urged political leaders from the northern region to support the ambassadorial nomination of former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. This followed remarks reportedly made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressing reservations over Yakubu’s inclusion on the list of 35 ambassadorial nominees […]

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6 d. ago NSCI urges Northern leaders to support Yakubu’s ambassadorial nomination

“The time has come for us to focus on initiatives that foster development and strengthen our position within the country

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6 d. ago Federal Government Urges ICAN To Support Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to actively support the economic reform agenda of President Bola Tinubu. Idris made the appeal while receiving a delegation of ICAN, led by its President, Malam Haruna Yahaya, during a courtesy visit to his office […]

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7 d. ago Attacks: Be Proactive, Immigration Urges Officers At Border Areas

The comptroller-general of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nana Nandap, has urged officers in border areas to be more proactive in discharging their duties. She made the appeal yesterday when she addressed both senior and junior officers of the NIS in Bakin Ruwa border checkpoint, during a visit to ascertain the level of destruction […]

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7 d. ago Oil sector urged to streamline operations as Esso E&P flags efficiency gaps

Nigeria’s ambition to increase crude oil production faces a critical test in operational efficiency, with industry leaders warning that policy read more Oil sector urged to streamline operations as Esso E&P flags efficiency gaps

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7 d. ago Step Up Offensive Against Terrorists, Governor Radda Urges Gen. Musa

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has urged the new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), to sustain and intensify military offensives against bandits terrorising the North-West region of the country. Governor Radda made the call in a congratulatory message following General Musa’s appointment and swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, describing his choice […]

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