5 h. ago Afternoon Recap: Death threats over tax reform, Eagles eye AFCON glory, Omije Ojumi gospel singer dies

Get your afternoon recap of Nigerian news, including death threats over tax reform, the Super Eagles’ AFCON match, and the Owo church attack trial. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-death-threats-over-tax-reform-eagles-eye-afcon-glory-omije-ojumi-gospel-singer-dies/

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6 h. ago Here’s what motorists need to know about Lagos’ new speed cameras

As Lagosians return to their daily commute, a new wave of speed-enforcement cameras, which include those on the Third Mainland read more Here’s what motorists need to know about Lagos’ new speed cameras

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7 h. ago I Receive Death Threats For Fixing Nigeria’s Broken Tax System — Oyedele

The chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has said that he has received threats to his life for driving Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform agenda. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at a governance colloquium held to mark the 50th birthday of the Special Adviser to the President on Policy […]

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8 h. ago Crane crash kills dozens after slamming into passenger train in Thailand

At least 28 people have died after a construction crane collapsed onto a moving passenger train in northeastern Thailand, derailing read more Crane crash kills dozens after slamming into passenger train in Thailand

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8 h. ago Kano suspends three hospital staff over housewife’s death after surgery

Kano’s Hospitals Management Board suspends three staff members following the death of a housewife due to alleged medical negligence after surgery. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-hospital-suspends-three-staff-over-mother-of-fives-death/

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9 h. ago Kano Govt. Suspends Doctors For Leaving Scissors In Patient’s Stomach Causing Her Death

The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has admitted that the death of Aishatu Umar, a mother of five, was caused by medical negligence at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre in Kano. In a statement, its Public Relations Officer, Samira Suleiman, said preliminary investigation ordered by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda, confirmed that surgical […] The post Kano Govt. Suspends Doctors For Leaving Scissors In Patient’s Stomach Causing Her Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Video Of Omije Ojumi’s Body At Lagos Hospital Surfaces Online As Family Confirms Death

A video showing the body of gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, at the Lagos hospital where she passed away has surfaced online, sparking reactions from fans and netizens. The clip, shared by her colleague Alayo Melody, shows the singer’s body at the hospital on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Following the video’s circulation, Omije […] The post Video Of Omije Ojumi’s Body At Lagos Hospital Surfaces Online As Family Confirms Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago High Child, Maternal Deaths Driving Nigeria’s Low Life Expectancy – Expert

Former President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Prof. Francis Faduyile, has attributed Nigeria’s low life expectancy to persistently high rates of child and maternal mortality, alongside weak response to noncommunicable diseases and frequent violent deaths. Prof. Faduyile told LEADERSHIP that the country’s average life expectancy remains low because many Nigerians die in early childhood […]

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28 h. ago NiMet unveils AI research, integration team to boost weather forecasting

Nigeria’s NiMet has inaugurated an AI research team to improve weather forecasting, aiming for greater speed, accuracy, and accessibility in predictions. Read More: https://punchng.com/nimet-unveils-ai-research-integration-team-to-boost-weather-forecasting/

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32 h. ago Over 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire, says UNICEF

UNICEF reports over 100 children killed in Gaza since the October ceasefire, citing drone strikes, airstrikes, and shelling as primary causes of death. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-100-children-killed-in-gaza-since-ceasefire-says-unicef/

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39 h. ago Death Of Chimamanda’s Son: Lawyers Back Agbakoba’s Call For Health Regulation Overhaul

Some senior lawyers in the country, including a former President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), have called for a swift overhaul of the country’s healthcare regulations following the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the son of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The lawyers insist that the lack of effective regulation […]

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40 h. ago Jigawa warns principals against sabotaging school feeding programme

The Jigawa State Government warns principals against sabotaging the school feeding programme, suspending one for fraud after unannounced inspections. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-warns-principals-against-sabotaging-school-feeding-programme/

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44 h. ago Trump threatens air strikes on Iran as protest deaths hit 648

The US threatens air strikes on Iran as the protest death toll rises. President Trump warns of strong options amid US Iran tensions, though diplomacy conti Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-threatens-air-strikes-on-iran-as-protest-deaths-hit-648/

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44 h. ago Chimamanda’s son: Agbakoba urges better health sector regulation

Olisa Agbakoba calls for an urgent overhaul of Nigeria’s health sector regulation, citing a systemic crisis of medical negligence and preventable deaths. Read More: https://punchng.com/chimamandas-son-agbakoba-urges-better-health-sector-regulation/

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48 h. ago Tinubu mourns Akran of Badagry, hails decades of visionary leadership

President Bola Tinubu mourns the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, hailing his visionary leadership over four decades. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-akran-of-badagry-hails-decades-of-visionary-leadership/

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49 h. ago  Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms

Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twins, died on January 7, 2026, following complications during a series of preparatory medical procedures. The post  Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.

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49 h. ago Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms

Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twins, died on January 7, 2026, following complications during a series of preparatory medical procedures. The post Agbakoba Calls For Probe Of Chimamanda’s Son’s Death, Demands Health Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.

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50 h. ago Iran open to US talks, Meta blocks 550,000 accounts in Australia, other trending stories

…Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount Iran says it is keeping diplomatic channels open with read more Iran open to US talks, Meta blocks 550,000 accounts in Australia, other trending stories

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51 h. ago Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The senior lawyer expressed grave concern about the recurring incidents of absolutely preventable deaths resulting from medical negligence. The post Agbakoba Demands Immediate Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Healthcare System appeared first on Channels Television.

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52 h. ago Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount

Iran says it is keeping channels open with the United States and is ready to negotiate, even as nationwide protests read more Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount

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