4 h. ago Banditry: GOC visits Sokoto community, promises military protection

The GOC of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division visited a community displaced by Sokoto banditry, promising sustained military protection to restore normalcy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-goc-visits-sokoto-community-promises-military-protection/

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12 h. ago Nigeria, UAE Ports Group Sign Landmark MoU On Maritime Development

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and Abu Dhabi Ports Group have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in ports development, maritime logistics, and digital transformation. The agreement, signed on the sidelines of the recently concluded Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, marks a major milestone in Nigeria–UAE economic relations […]

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19 h. ago Joint health unions demand urgent FG action on workers’ plight

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) in Kwara State has staged a read more Joint health unions demand urgent FG action on workers’ plight

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20 h. ago Abians rise in support of Otti as political foes hurl verbal missiles at governor

Past political office holders in Abia State, under the aegis of Abia State Executive, National and State Legislative Members, on read more Abians rise in support of Otti as political foes hurl verbal missiles at governor

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37 h. ago NIGERIA IN BRIEF: Rent set to soar, BUA, MTN, Dangote top market, Kogi IRS payment, twin tragedy

Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals https://businessday.ng/news/article/ghana-to-double-royalties-scrap-stability-deals/ Ghana plans to scrap long-term mining stability agreements and read more NIGERIA IN BRIEF: Rent set to soar, BUA, MTN, Dangote top market, Kogi IRS payment, twin tragedy

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38 h. ago Tinubu returns to Abuja after Abu Dhabi summit, Paris holiday

President Tinubu returns to Abuja after the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Nigeria signed a major trade deal with the UAE to boost economic cooperati Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-returns-to-abuja-after-abu-dhabi-summit-paris-holiday/

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40 h. ago “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors

Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has called on state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such engagements weaken ongoing military operations. Musa made the call during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he said dialogue with criminal groups only emboldens them and complicates the work of security agencies. According to him, bandits are […] The post “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Insecurity: Interior, Defence Ministers Push For United Military

In a renewed push to confront banditry, terrorism and other security threats facing the country, the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), have reaffirmed the federal fovernment’s commitment to a coordinated, intelligence-driven security strategy. Both ministers emphasised that stronger collaboration between internal and external security agencies […]

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52 h. ago Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Recover Weapons In Borno, Adamawa

The Nigerian Army, on Friday, said troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) Joint Taskforce North-East have once again demonstrated resilience, professionalism and superior combat capability by decisively foiling coordinated terrorist attacks across parts of Adamawa and Borno States, while inflicting heavy losses on fleeing terrorists during follow-up operations. A statement issued to journalists in Maiduguri, […]

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56 h. ago Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

Christopher Musa, minister of defence, has urged state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such talks undermine military read more Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

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56 h. ago Oloka Killings: Makinde Visits Old Oyo National Park, Compensates Victims’ Families

The governor also said the state would put up a sustained joint security effort for the people of the community. The post Oloka Killings: Makinde Visits Old Oyo National Park, Compensates Victims’ Families appeared first on Channels Television.

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56 h. ago FCTA Workers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Promotion Arrears, Others

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) under the auspices of the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC) have declared an indefinite strike action, commencing from Monday, January 19, 2026, over unpaid promotion arrears, poor working conditions, lack of training, and other entitlements. FCT JUAC President, Comrade Rifkatu Iortyer, during a press briefing on Friday […]

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60 h. ago Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals

Ghana is set to scrap long-term mining investment stability agreements and sharply raise royalty rates as part of a broad read more Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals

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61 h. ago Man City agree deal to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi

Manchester City have agreed a deal in principle to sign Crystal Palace England defender Marc Guehi this month during the read more Man City agree deal to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi

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65 h. ago Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Reps minority caucus pays homage to fallen heroes

The House of Reps minority caucus pays tribute to fallen soldiers on Armed Forces Remembrance Day, urging support for military welfare and national unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/armed-forces-remembrance-day-reps-minority-caucus-pays-homage-to-fallen-heroes/

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67 h. ago Armed Forces Day: Otu reaffirms support for veterans, families

Bassey Otu, Cross River State governor, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of military veterans, widows and families read more Armed Forces Day: Otu reaffirms support for veterans, families

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69 h. ago How Decades Of Military Rule Affected Nigeria’s Development — Ayo Opadokun

Former secretary of National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), Pa Ayo Opadokun, has said decades of military rule in Nigeria negatively impacted the socio-economic development of the country. Opadokun, who stated this yesterday during the unveiling of his book titled ‘The Gun Hegemony’, said the ascension of the military into government, led by the late Major General […]

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3 d. ago Japan, US agree to expand missile cooperation, joint military drills

Japan and the US agree to expand military cooperation, including joint missile production and drills, to counter rising pressure from China in the region. Read More: https://punchng.com/japan-us-agree-to-expand-missile-cooperation-joint-military-drills/

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3 d. ago Alaafin kicks as Makinde installs Ladoja chairman of Obas council

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates the State Council of Obas, naming Olubadan Ladoja as chair. The Alaafin of Oyo refutes claims of an agreement. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-kicks-as-makinde-installs-ladoja-chairman-of-obas-council/

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3 d. ago Legion to support military veterans with subsidised farm inputs

The Nigerian Legion is working to secure subsidised farm inputs and implements for military veterans to ease production costs and support their livelihoods Read More: https://punchng.com/legion-to-support-military-veterans-with-subsidised-farm-inputs/

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