85 m. ago Insecurity: Kogi govt directs social, religious, community activities to stop at 4pm

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Ododo has directed all social, religious, and community activities to end at Four o’clock in the afternoon daily.

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2 h. ago JUST IN: Tinubu’s govt breaks silence on military coup in Guinea

President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has broken its silence on Wednesday’s military coup in

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5 h. ago UNICEF urges media to lead health enlightenment efforts in rural communities

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has charged media organisations and other critical stakeholders to champion health education and enlightenment read more UNICEF urges media to lead health enlightenment efforts in rural communities

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7 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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8 h. ago From Naija Reader To Global Publisher: How Jeremiah Musa’s ‘The Bit Gazette’ Amplifies African Voices In Crypto

In a global crypto ecosystem dominated by media powerhouses in New York, London and Singapore, a young Nigerian publisher is quietly rewriting the script. The Founder and Publisher of The Bit Gazette, Jerry Musa has transformed from an ordinary online news reader in Nigeria into the voice behind a fast-growing Web3 publication now read across […]

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10 h. ago Housing Deficit: Real Estate Company Advocates Stronger Public

A global real estate development company known as G-text Holdings, has called for a strengthened collaboration between the FCT Administration and the private sector in order to bridge the housing deficit in Abuja. The group executive director Sales, of the company, Njoku Michael, who said this during the launch and physical allocation of plots at […]

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10 h. ago UCL: Mbappe nets four as Real Madrid edge Olympiacos in seven

Kylian Mbappe delivered a sensational four-goal performance as Real Madrid beat Olympiacos 4–3 on Wednesday in their UEFA Champions League read more UCL: Mbappe nets four as Real Madrid edge Olympiacos in seven-goal thriller

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15 h. ago DAME 2025: LEADERSHIP Shines In Best Newspaper Design, Commentary Categories

LEADERSHIP Newspaper has achieved another milestone in excellence, emerging as 1st runner-up in the Best Newspaper Design Category at the 34th edition of the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME). At the 2025 edition of DAME, which took place in Lagos, LEADERSHIP emerged among the top three national dailies recognised for outstanding visual presentation and […]

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15 h. ago Adamawa Govt Flags Off Mass Azithromycin Campaign, Targets 1.4 Million Children

The Adamawa State Government has launched the mass administration of Azithromycin under the SARMAAN II Project, reaffirming its commitment to improving child health across the state. Speaking at the flag-off in Luggere, Jimeta, Yola North LGA, Professor Sofeme Jebson—representing Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, said the Fintiri administration remains focused on reducing childhood illnesses through […]

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18 h. ago UCL: Mbappe scores four as Real Madrid beat Olympiacos in seven

Kylian Mbappe scores four goals, including a near-record hat-trick, to lead Real Madrid to a thrilling 4-3 Champions League victory over Olympiacos. Read More: https://punchng.com/ucl-mbappe-scores-four-as-real-madrid-beat-olympiacos-in-seven-goal-thriller/

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19 h. ago DSS denies arresting evangelist over false Nasarawa attack claims

The DSS denies arresting Evangelist Ukpo Daniel for a false alarm about a herdsmen attack in Nasarawa, labeling the social media reports as misleading. Read More: https://punchng.com/dss-denies-arresting-evangelist-over-false-nasarawa-attack-claims/

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19 h. ago Trump Drops South Africa From 2026 G20, Cites ‘Human Right Abuses’

"South Africa has demonstrated to the World they are not a country worthy of Membership anywhere," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. The post Trump Drops South Africa From 2026 G20, Cites ‘Human Right Abuses’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 h. ago TRACE warns Ogun residents against blocking roads for social events

Ogun State’s TRACE warns residents against road blocking for social events, especially during yuletide, to prevent gridlock. Violators face heavy sanctions Read More: https://punchng.com/trace-warns-ogun-residents-against-blocking-roads-for-social-events/

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21 h. ago New Study Exposes Trauma Crisis Among Journalists Covering Conflicts

As insecurity in many parts of Nigeria continued to pose serious challenges, a new international study has spotlighted that many journalists covering these crises now face overwhelming social, psychological, and emotional trauma. The study, titled “Silent Echoes and Deafening Silence: A Mixed Methods Evaluation of Trauma Journalism in Nigeria’s Ethno-Religious Crises”, appeared in the first […]

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23 h. ago Insecurity: Tinubu Has Lost Control Of His Government — SDP Chieftain Adebayo

The Social Democratic Party, SDP presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Adewole Adebayo, said President Bola Tinubu has lost control of his administration following the wave of insecurity ravaging the country. Adebayo made the statement on Tuesday while responding to questions in an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, monitored by […] The post Insecurity: Tinubu Has Lost Control Of His Government — SDP Chieftain Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago ‘No Turning Back’ Crooner Gaise Baba Loses Father 7 Months After Mother’s Demise

Nigerian Afro-gospel singer and songwriter, Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as Gaise Baba, has announced the passing of his father, Prince (Hon.) Ezekiel Gbadebo Ibuoye, the Ààrẹ Apọ́nlẹ́sẹ̀ of Okemesi Ekiti in Ekiti State. The singer disclosed the news in a solemn statement shared on his social media page, revealing that his father died on Saturday, […]

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24 h. ago Nasarawa gov presents N517.5bn 2026 budget proposal to assembly

Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule presents a N517.5bn ‘Budget of Strategic Consolidation’ for 2026, focusing on infrastructure, jobs, and social services. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-gov-presents-n517-5bn-2026-budget-proposal-to-assembly/

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25 h. ago Communiqué issued at the HID Awolowo Foundation Dialogue on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Efunyela Hall, Ikenne, Ogun State

"Historical and contemporary examples, from Chief Mrs HID Awolọwọ to technocrats, legislators, and administrators, affirm women’s capability. Data shows women’s leadership correlates with stronger governance, lower corruption, and better social outcomes. Women excel in entrepreneurship, civil society leadership, peace-building, and community development, often prioritising social-sector growth."

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25 h. ago Benue gov debunks defection rumour, reaffirms commitment to APC

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, dismisses social media rumors of his defection as a false smear campaign, reaffirming his loyalty to the APC. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-gov-debunks-defection-rumour-reaffirms-commitment-to-apc/

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26 h. ago Police Arrest 12 Suspects Over Unauthorised Egungun Festival In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has halted an unauthorised Egungun festival in Oregun and arrested 12 suspects allegedly involved in circulating handbills and social media publications that restricted public movement and rights. The arrest followed public anxiety triggered by posters attributed to a group known as “Oje Parapo of Oregun”. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) […]

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