3 h. ago Edo orders eight bulletproof patrol trucks to boost security

The Edo State government has procured eight bulletproof patrol trucks to strengthen security operations and combat rising criminal activities across the st Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-orders-eight-bulletproof-patrol-trucks-to-boost-security/

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4 h. ago YPP hails Tinubu over Gen Musa’s appointment as Defence Minister

A communique signed by YPP's National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, at the end of its 24th Extraordinary National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which was held on Thursday at Chelsea Hotel, Abuja, charged the President to exercise his power and sack all non-performing heads of security agencies whose performance has fallen short of expectations.

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6 h. ago Ondo council chair seeks monarchs’ support to fight insecurity

Akure North’s chairman gives vehicles to monarchs to boost security surveillance and intelligence gathering, supporting the fight against insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-council-chair-seeks-monarchs-support-to-fight-insecurity/

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9 h. ago Gov Fubara signs pact with Rotary Port Harcourt to improve community growth

The governor of Rivers State, Siminalaye Fubara, has assured Rotarians and Rotaractors from across Nigeria who attended the 2025 All Nigerian Rotary Convention (ANRC), that he is willing to strengthen community development through the club’s activities. The Rotary Districts of Nigeria, at the occasion held in Port Harcourt jointly, honoured the Rivers State governor, Fubara, […]

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11 h. ago Misconception Of The Concept Of ‘Disability’ And ‘Special Needs’ In Hausa Thought

Language not only reflects culture but also shapes it. In discussions surrounding marginalized identities, particularly disability, the choice of words significantly affects perception, policy, and societal response. In English, the shift from “disabled persons” to “persons with special needs” or “persons with different abilities” mirrors efforts to reduce stigma and promote dignity. However, in indigenous […]

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15 h. ago Invest At Home To Boost Foreign Investor Confidence, Dangote Tells African Entrepreneurs

  The president and chief executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has called on African entrepreneurs to invest in the continent as a priority. Dangote made the call while speaking at the ‘Imo State Economic Summit 2025’ held in the state on Thursday. According to him, local investments will in turn attract foreign investments, […]

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16 h. ago Inuwa Yahaya, Gates Foundation Partner To Strengthen Polio Immunisation

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya met with a delegation from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on Thursday to deepen collaboration on improving polio immunisation coverage in hard-to-reach and security-challenged communities across Northern Nigeria. This was disclosed in a press statement issued yesterday by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe. The meeting, held […]

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19 h. ago Foundation trains Kaduna women in sack farming, vocational skills

Discover how a foundation’s project for women empowerment in Kaduna is training 1,000 women in sack farming and vocational skills to boost household income Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-trains-kaduna-women-in-sack-farming-vocational-skills/

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19 h. ago Taraba varsity, peace bureau convene parley on rising violence

Taraba State University and the state’s peace bureau are hosting a national conference to address violent conflicts and bolster peacebuilding efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/taraba-varsity-peace-bureau-convene-parley-on-rising-violence/

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19 h. ago Lagos dep gov, Senator Adebule lead dignitaries as LASUMA unveils 2025 General Assembly, scholarship awards

THE Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) is set to hold its 2025 General Assembly and Awards Ceremony on Sunday at the Eko Club Bamboo Elegushi Hall, Surulere. The event, commencing at 11 am, will bring together eminent LASU alumni, with former Lagos State deputy governor and serving Senator, Dr. Idiat Adebule, chairing the occasion, […]

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22 h. ago Nigeria to strengthen policies to boost aviation sector — Keyamo

Nigeria’s government is set to improve policies to grow the Nigeria aviation sector, focusing on infrastructure, safety, and international standards. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-to-strengthen-policies-to-boost-aviation-sector-keyamo/

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22 h. ago Gov Inuwa leads delegation to boost Polio immunisation across Northern Nigeria

Gombe Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Thursday met with a delegation from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation led by

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23 h. ago China backs ECOWAS integration efforts, seeks regional partnership

Yu added that China was ready to expand economic opportunities for West Africa

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24 h. ago 2026 Hajj: NAHCON directs Air Peace, others to issue flight tickets ahead of departure

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has directed the four airlines selected for the 2026 Hajj airlift operation to collaborate with state pilgrims’ welfare boards in issuing flight tickets to pilgrims scheduled for the exercise.

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24 h. ago FG trains first cohort of livestock data officers to boost national data base

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has launched a two-day hands-on workshop for the first group of Livestock Data Collection read more FG trains first cohort of livestock data officers to boost national data base

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27 h. ago Kebbi Government Donates 10 Hilux Vehicles To Boost Security On Sokoto

The Kebbi State governor, Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), has donated 10 brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicles to security forces to enhance security operations along the ongoing Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway project route. The vehicles were formally presented to the Minister of State for Works, Barrister Muhammad Bello Goronyo, during a brief ceremony at the Government House, […]

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27 h. ago ‘I Feel Perfectly Safe Here,’ Boris Johnson Dismisses Negative Security Reports On Nigeria

He praised Governor Uzodimma for his drive to provide 24-hour electricity for the people of Imo State as part of efforts to achieve economic transformation. The post ‘I Feel Perfectly Safe Here,’ Boris Johnson Dismisses Negative Security Reports On Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago Obi Speaks On ADC Coalition, Says Zoning Of Offices Issue Stalling Progress

Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that ongoing efforts to form a broad coalition with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 elections were being slowed down by unresolved questions around zoning and the rotation of key political offices. Obi spoke on Wednesday during […]

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28 h. ago Court orders IGP, Lagos commissioner to seal, secure Lekki property

He accused the police of not exercising their statutory powers lawfully and having acted maliciously ...

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30 h. ago Kano govt enrols 4,200 HIV patients, 600 orphans into health insurance scheme

The Kano State Government has enrolled more than 4,200 people living with HIV and over 600 orphans and vulnerable children into its health insurance scheme as part of efforts to strengthen support systems for affected families. He said the initiative was implemented through the Kano State Health Trust Fund in partnership with development organisations. Labaran […]

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