53 m. ago Edo Government Blasts PDP Over Comments On PRESCO Land Revocation

The Edo State Government has criticised the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its recent comments on the PRESCO land revocation controversy as “ridiculous” and “comic relief.” The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, issued the reaction in a strongly worded statement on Thursday. The Edo State Government’s reaction […]

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57 m. ago 2026 budget: Jigawa communities hail Gov Namadi for road projects

Governor Namadi had earlier presented a 2026 budget proposal of over N904 billion to the Jigawa State House of Assembly....

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59 m. ago Tropicana trade fair opens with impressive lineup of exhibitors in Akwa Ibom

The 4th edition of the Tropicana Trade Fair has been declared open, bringing together an impressive lineup of over 100 read more Tropicana trade fair opens with impressive lineup of exhibitors in Akwa Ibom

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2 h. ago Varsity Reminds Governor Otti Of 10,000MW Solar Power Pledge

Vice Chancellor of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), Professor Ndukwe Okugo, has reminded Governor Alex Otti of his pledge to install 10,000 megawatts of solar power at the university. Okugo made the plea in his welcome address during the 80th Inaugural Lecture of the university, delivered by Dick Uduma, a renowned professor of Political […]

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2 h. ago Delta earmarks N450bn for road infrastructure in 2026 Budget

…N105.8bn for education …LGAs to gulp N100bn …Health Ministry gets N50bn Road infrastructure ranked top among the priorities of the read more Delta earmarks N450bn for road infrastructure in 2026 Budget

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4 h. ago Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed appreciation to former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, for read more Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

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5 h. ago Circular Road: Makinde Reassures Residents On Adequate Compensation

Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has assured that adequate compensation would be paid to property owners affected by the 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road project. Governor Makinde also assured that no house would be demolished without adequate compensation to the affected owners. The assurance was given on Wednesday when the Governor visited the […]

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5 h. ago Defence Minister Matawalle Denies Saying Zamfara Security Won’t Work Without Him

The Minister of State for Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle, has denied media reports claiming he said that the Zamfara State security initiative would not succeed without him. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media aide, Ahmed Dan-Wudil, the minister described the report as “malicious and mischievous,” saying it was fabricated to tarnish his […]

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6 h. ago ‘Free Release Of Kwara Worshippers Shows Government Is In Touch With Terrorists’, Says Activist Gwamnishu

Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has alleged that the free and quiet release of 38 abducted worshippers of Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku in Kwara State showed that government officials were “in touch” with terrorist groups operating across communities. Gwamnishu stated this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television, insisting that the circumstances surrounding the […]

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7 h. ago The road to hunger: How transport failure is destroying Nigeria’s food chain

Nigeria is losing too much of the food it produces long before it reaches the people who need it most. read more The road to hunger: How transport failure is destroying Nigeria’s food chain

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7 h. ago No Proof Yet That Kidnapped Anglican Priest Achi Is Dead — Activist Gwamnishu

Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has stated that there was ‘no clear confirmation yet’ that the kidnapped Kaduna-based Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, has been killed, despite viral reports and a formal announcement by the Anglican Diocese of Kaduna confirming his death in captivity. Gwamnishu clarified this while reacting to the growing public concern and […]

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7 h. ago Lawyer Demands Retraction As Police Link Client To Okwe Killings

The legal counsel  for  Jerry Nkeweshe, the Owelle of Onicha-Olona, has demanded an immediate withdrawal of a statement issued by the Delta State Police Command alleging that his client led armed men who reportedly killed three youths in Okwe community near Asaba. In a statement by Kelechi Nnadi Esq., head of S. Kelechi Nnadi & […]

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8 h. ago Adamawa Government Conducts Interview For Recruitment Of 5,000 Teachers

The Adamawa State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, in partnership with the Post Primary Schools Management Board (PPSMB) and the Adamawa State Universal Basic Education Board (ADSUBEB), has commenced interviews for candidates shortlisted from the recently concluded CBT examinations for the recruitment of 5,000 teachers. The exercise is being conducted at General Murtala […]

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8 h. ago Body Honours 2 National Youth Service Corps Workers In Katsina

The Institute for Humanitarian and Disaster Management has honoured two NYSC staff members in Katsina for their outstanding contributions to corps members’ welfare and career development. The ceremony held at the Orientation  Camp in Katsina, featured an impactful lecture on the growing importance of professional skills in securing employment in today’s competitive job market. The […]

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9 h. ago Ibadan circular road: 150 metres will not be exceeded in already developed areas —Makinde

OYO State governor, Mr Seyi Makinde, has reassured house owners along the Circular Road corridor of his administration’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and due compensation in ongoing construction activities within the zone. The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while addressing affected house owners and leaders of community associations, including demolition victims within the designated […]

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10 h. ago The spectre of mass abductions has arisen again in Nigeria – What needs to be done

In recent days, the attention of Nigerians and the international community has sadly returned to the issue of mass abductions read more The spectre of mass abductions has arisen again in Nigeria – What needs to be done

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11 h. ago Modern tech, old laws: Inside Nigeria’s race to protect digital rights

Nigerian lawmakers and experts are pushing to update outdated laws to protect digital rights, balancing national security with human rights online. Read More: https://punchng.com/modern-tech-old-laws-inside-nigerias-race-to-protect-digital-rights/

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12 h. ago Issues as NUC vows to begin crackdown on illegal universities

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has become increasingly concerned about the proliferation of illegal universities in Nigeria, the institutions, the commission termed “degree mills institutions”. The commission has vowed to go against the promoters and prosecute them accordingly. Executive secretary of NUC, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, in an outburst recently raised several issues of concern […]

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12 h. ago Southern Governors Renew Commitment To Regional Security, National Unity

The joint Southern Governors’ Forum and the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council reaffirmed their commitment to national unity, enhanced regional cooperation, and the strengthening of an inclusive and secure federation on Wednesday. In a communiqué issued after their joint meeting at the Iperu residence of Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, they pledged to intensify efforts […]

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13 h. ago UNIZIK don highlights importance of biomass in creating alternative energy

A don from the Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Professor Joseph Tagbo Nwabanne, has underscored the importance of energy to human society, saying that its impact is largely responsible for the global environmental crisis commonly referred to as energy-environment crises.  Professor Nwabanne stated this while delivering the […]

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