77 m. ago Super Eagles Urged To Forge New Narrative At AFCON After World Cup Heartbreak

With the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Morocco just few days away (21st December 2025 – 18th January 2026), the executive committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a rallying cry to the Super Eagles to “completely forget the unfortunate ending to the FIFA World Cup playoffs” and instead “use […]

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78 m. ago State creation: Olubadan urges agitators to build internal consensus

The Olubadan of Ibadanland advises agitators for the proposed New Oyo State to build internal consensus to ensure their state creation goals are met. Read More: https://punchng.com/state-creation-olubadan-urges-agitators-to-build-internal-consensus/

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1 hour ago Police seek public help to identify unconscious boy found in hit

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched an urgent appeal to the public for assistance in identifying a read more Police seek public help to identify unconscious boy found in hit-and-run incident in Abuja

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1 hour ago 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

FIFA has been urged to suspend ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup after fans raised complaints about “extortionate” prices, read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

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2 h. 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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2 h. ago Pipeline security: NNPCL optimistic of 2.06mbpd production in 2026

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has expressed optimism that with improved security on the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP), it will easily achieve its crude oil production target of 2.06mbpd for 2026.

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4 h. ago Nasarawa First Lady urges support for HPV vaccination campaign

Nasarawa’s First Lady urges stakeholders to support the ongoing HPV vaccination campaign to eradicate cervical cancer in girls aged 9-14 across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-first-lady-urges-support-for-hpv-vaccination-campaign/

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8 h. ago Reps Rue Airfares’ Hike, Demand Cut In Taxes, Airport Charges

House of Representatives has expressed displeasure over the hike in airfares ahead of the Yuletide season, saying it has security consequences on millions of Nigerians. The House, therefore, urged the Executive arm of government to reduce taxes for airline operators while airport charges be slashed by 50% during the season. This followed the adoption of […]

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8 h. ago Expand Community Projects Beyond Oil States, Group Tells Commission

The Council of Civil Society Organisation on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), a United Nations-recognised platform, has urged the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) to broaden its community and social development interventions beyond oil-producing states to ensure equitable national growth. In a statement issued by its director general, Kunle Yusuff, CSCHEI commended […]

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11 h. ago NTIFE 2025: Runsewe highlights areas to reposition Nigeria as global tourism force

•Musawa lauds his contribution IN its tourism innovative and practical-driven remarks at the 2025 Nigeria Tourism Investment Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE) held in Abuja, former Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Otunba Segun Runsewe private and public stakeholders spellbound when he mounted the podium Organised by the Federation of Tourism […]

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12 h. ago Ijebu chief warns kingmakers against moneybags’ influence in Awujale selection

An Ijebu chief has urged kingmakers to remain neutral and avoid corruption in the Awujale selection, warning moneybags not to hijack the process. Read More: https://punchng.com/ijebu-chief-warns-kingmakers-against-moneybags-influence-in-awujale-selection/

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12 h. ago BPP, SON partner to enforce Nigeria first policy in govt procurement

The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) are collaborating to ensure that government procurement complies with the Nigeria First Policy in a bid to encourage patronage of made-in-Nigeria products. While signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the application of Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS), Dr Adebowale A. Adedokun […]

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14 h. ago NBA decries rising kidnapping, banditry, other related cases in Oyo

Lawal also appealed to the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State to urgently overhaul the state’s security framework.

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14 h. ago DAWN, stakeholders worry over dwindling standard of primary education in Southwest

The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) and other education stakeholders have voiced concern over the declining state of primary education in the Southwest. At a symposium held in Ibadan with the theme Retrospections and Projections of Universal Basic Education in South West, speakers reflected on the Universal Primary Education (UPE) policy introduced 70 years […]

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14 h. ago FRSC targets safer transport ecosystem, stakeholder collaboration

launches national safety magazine The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified efforts to build a safer, more efficient transport read more FRSC targets safer transport ecosystem, stakeholder collaboration

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15 h. ago Katsina unveils 2026 plan to foster robust business environment

As the dawn of 2026 approaches, the Katsina State Government has taken steps to reform its economic landscape, aiming to read more Katsina unveils 2026 plan to foster robust business environment

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15 h. ago Soludo seeks Anambra Assembly’s approval for virement in 2025 budget

He urged the House to consider and approve the draft virement for the 2025 Appropriation Bill without delay.

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15 h. ago Peter Obi to FG: Pay protesting contractors as proof of improved revenues

Obi expressed surprise that a government that announced to have surpassed its revenue targets for the year couldn't settle outstanding liabilities to contractors.

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16 h. ago Dangote unveils N1trn education scholarship funds, targets 1.3 million learners

The Group President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on Thursday, in Lagos, launched education scholarship funds of N1 trillion..

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17 h. ago NASENI targets early STEM talent with launch of future makers innovation hub

to produce Nigeria’s next generation of inventors, tech leaders The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has launched read more NASENI targets early STEM talent with launch of future makers innovation hub

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