19 m. ago Oyebamiji petition: Adeleke’s aide hid for two weeks, say police

Osun police dismiss claims of illegally detaining Governor Adeleke’s aide, stating he was arrested after hiding for two weeks over a defamation petition. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebamiji-petition-adelekes-aide-hid-for-two-weeks-say-police/

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1 hour ago AFCON 2025: Chelle warns Super Eagles of toughest test against Morocco

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has warned his players to be wary of hosts Morocco ahead of Wednesday’s 2025 Africa read more AFCON 2025: Chelle warns Super Eagles of toughest test against Morocco

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3 h. ago JAMB warns against biodata changes, double registration for 2026 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued detailed warnings on biodata integrity, biometric capture, and identity verification for candidates participating in the 2026 UTME and Direct Entry registration exercise. In a Tuesday statement signed by the Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Board warned candidates against post-registration biodata changes. PUNCH Online earlier reported that the Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-warns-against-biodata-changes-double-registration-for-2026-utme/

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3 h. ago VIDEO: Youth advocate Mama Pee slams govt, police over remand of 52 Edo protesters

Youth advocate Mama Pee condemns the remand of 52 Edo protesters, urging the government to address rising insecurity instead of punishing students. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youth-advocate-mama-pee-slams-govt-police-over-remand-of-52-edo-protesters/

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4 h. ago Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police

The police PRO said no casualties were recorded among security operatives during the operation. The post Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago “Disrespect Olubadan Again, Face Consequences” – Ibadan Monarchs Warn Alaafin of Oyo

Traditional leaders in Ibadan have issued a stern warning to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, over what they describe as a serious act of disrespect toward the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The warning came after a tense encounter at the Agodi Government House in Ibadan, where the Alaafin reportedly […] The post “Disrespect Olubadan Again, Face Consequences” – Ibadan Monarchs Warn Alaafin of Oyo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin

On December 25, 2025, the US launched strikes against terrorists in Sokoto, which led to the killing of “multiple ISIS terrorists”.  The post Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago World Bank projects steady global growth despite uncertainties

The World Bank’s latest report projects steady global economic growth, showing resilience despite trade tensions, but warns of a slow decade and rising deb Read More: https://punchng.com/world-bank-projects-steady-global-growth-despite-uncertainties/

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6 h. ago Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has said that for reforms to be read more Beyond political will, Nigerian leaders need courage to push reforms – Oyedele

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7 h. ago Police Arrest Three Suspects With Explosive Materials In Katsina

About 7,500 electric detonators and 30½ bags of gelatine weighing 2,273.65 kg were recovered from the suspects. The post Police Arrest Three Suspects With Explosive Materials In Katsina appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago Thick dust haze expected across Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, other northern states – NiMet

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert warning that a thick dust haze is expected to affect read more Thick dust haze expected across Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, other northern states – NiMet

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8 h. ago FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Nigeria’s government announces the launch of a new high-purity Lagos gold refinery and a $600m lithium plant, boosting its value-addition mining policy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-lagos-gold-refinery-pushes-600m-lithium-plant-launch/

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11 h. ago Fidelity Bank achieves N564.5bn capital base after successful Private Placement

Fidelity Bank Plc has achieved a capital base of N564.5billion after the bank successfully opened and closed a Private Placement read more Fidelity Bank achieves N564.5bn capital base after successful Private Placement

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14 h. ago Okpebholo promises to rebuild burnt shops at Edo police station 

Edo Governor Okpebholo visited the burnt shops at Ekpoma police station, promising swift reconstruction and support for affected traders amid rising insecu Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-promises-to-rebuild-burnt-shops-at-edo-police-station/

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14 h. ago Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

Donald Trump,  the United States president, has warned that any country doing business with Iran will face a 25 percent read more Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

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15 h. ago Sugary drinks increase risk of heart disease in children – Expert

Expert warns that excessive consumption of sugary drinks increases the risk of heart disease, hypertension, and Type 2 diabetes in children. Read More: https://punchng.com/sugary-drinks-increase-risk-of-heart-disease-in-children-expert/

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16 h. ago Board Urges Institutions To Comply With Admission Guidelines

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned tertiary institutions against admitting lower-ranked candidates and bypassing higher-ranked ones. The board directed the immediate reversal of such irregular admissions, warning all institutions to strictly adhere to the established guidelines governing the selection and admission of candidates. A statement by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, […]

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16 h. ago Police arrest 65 suspects, recover weapons, drugs in Borno raids

The Borno State Police Command has arrested 65 suspects and recovered weapons and illicit drugs during coordinated raids across parts read more Police arrest 65 suspects, recover weapons, drugs in Borno raids

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16 h. ago Police summon Danagogo, ex–Rivers SSG over alleged plot to assassinate Wike

The Nigeria Police Force has invited Tammy Danagogo, former Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG), to Abuja for questioning read more Police summon Danagogo, ex–Rivers SSG over alleged plot to assassinate Wike

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