5 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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6 h. ago Nigeria needs active citizens, not passive graduates — Lagos deputy gov

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat urges Nigerian graduates at Fountain University to be active citizens and solution architects for the nation’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-needs-active-citizens-not-passive-graduates-lagos-deputy-gov/

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7 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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11 h. ago Sri Lanka delays education reforms after outcry over gay website link

Sri Lanka postpones major education reforms after public outcry over a gay chat website link found in a national syllabus, leading to protests. Read More: https://punchng.com/sri-lanka-delays-education-reforms-after-outcry-over-gay-website-link/

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12 h. ago Zamfara APC chieftain appeals to national chairman over exclusion from e

Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, an All Progressive Congress (APC) Chieftain in Zamfara State and leader of the Wamban Shinkafi Democratic Front read more Zamfara APC chieftain appeals to national chairman over exclusion from e-registration  

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13 h. ago 2027: IPAC slams Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’ claim as misleading

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has faulted claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that political parties across the country are rallying under his leadership in a “rainbow coalition” to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipac-slams-wikes-rainbow-coalition-claim-as-misleading/

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14 h. ago Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) from 66 international and humanitarian organisations, including several United Nations read more Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

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15 h. ago Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

Premier Cool, Nigeria’s leading antibacterial cooling bar soap, has announced the launch of its nationwide consumer promotion, “10K for 10K”, read more Premier Cool Launches “10K for 10K” Promo. Rewards 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 Each in collaboration with PalmPay

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18 h. ago 10,000 Partners Trained As Proof Of Address Rollout Accelerates Nationwide

Over 10,000 Front-End Partners (FEPs) have been trained nationwide as Nigeria moves closer to the full activation of the Local Government Proof of Address system, marking a significant milestone in efforts to standardise address verification at the grassroots level. According to a progress update released by the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), the […]

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27 h. ago ‘Gombe Scrap Metal Ban Is Temporary, Not Total’, NASWDEN Clarifies

The National Association of Scrap and Waste Dealers Employers of Nigeria (NASWDEN) has clarified that the Gombe State government did not impose a total and permanent ban on scrap metal business, popularly known as Bola Jari, in the State contrary to widespread reports. According to the association, the restriction placed on scrap metal activities in […]

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28 h. ago AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi

Former Nigeria international and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winner Segun Odegbami has expressed strong confidence ahead of the read more AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi-final clash

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28 h. ago Niger revokes licences of operators refusing to transport oil to Mali

Niger has revoked the transport licenses of some 30 operators and drivers for refusing to carry fuel to neighboring Mali amidst a jihadist blockade. Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-revokes-licences-of-operators-refusing-to-transport-oil-to-mali/

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28 h. ago Native healer who promised Mali AFCON win arrested for €33,500 fraud

A Malian marabout who promised an Africa Cup of Nations win was arrested for fraud after taking €33,500 from supporters. The team lost in the quarter-final Read More: https://punchng.com/native-healer-who-promised-mali-afcon-win-arrested-for-e33500-fraud/

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29 h. ago Protest: NANS condemns detention of Edo varsity students, demands release

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) condemns the detention of 52 Edo varsity students and demands their immediate, unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/protest-nans-condemns-detention-of-edo-varsity-students-demands-release/

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29 h. ago AFCON 2025: Former Djibouti coach backs Super Eagles over Morocco

Former Djibouti head coach Julien Mette has tipped the Super Eagles of Nigeria to overcome host nation Morocco ahead of read more AFCON 2025: Former Djibouti coach backs Super Eagles over Morocco

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32 h. ago Traditional Healer Arrested For Alleged Fraud After Promising Mali AFCON Trophy Win

Following Mali's defeat, an angry mob showed up at his home before police intervened and removed him. The post Traditional Healer Arrested For Alleged Fraud After Promising Mali AFCON Trophy Win appeared first on Channels Television.

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33 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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35 h. ago 2025 AFCON: CAF Begins Investigation Into Incident After Nigeria

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has condemned the “inappropriate behaviour” of players and officials following incidents that marred the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal matches between Nigeria and Algeria and Morocco and Cameroon. In a statement on Monday, CAF said it has referred the incidents from both matches to its disciplinary board after […] The post 2025 AFCON: CAF Begins Investigation Into Incident After Nigeria-Algeria Quarterfinal Clash appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago NBS to ‘normalise’ December inflation data over projected spike

Nigeria’s National Bureau of Statistics will ‘normalise’ December 2025 inflation data to correct an artificial spike caused by recent CPI rebasing. Read More: https://punchng.com/nbs-to-normalise-december-inflation-data-over-projected-spike/

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36 h. ago AFCON 2025: Algeria petitions CAF, FIFA over Nigeria quarterfinal officiating

The Algerian Football Federation has confirmed that it has submitted formal complaints to both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over refereeing decisions in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Nigeria. The announcement was made on Monday via the official X handle of Équipe Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-algeria-petitions-caf-fifa-over-nigeria-quarterfinal-officiating/

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