30 m. ago Afternoon Recap: Rivers Assembly deadlock, court strikes out Natasha charges, Edo doctor freed, other top stories

Get the latest Nigerian news today. Top stories include the Rivers Assembly deadlock, court ruling on Natasha Akpoti, and an Edo doctor’s release. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-rivers-assembly-deadlock-court-strikes-out-natasha-charges-edo-doctor-freed-other-top-stories/

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30 m. ago VIDEO: Badenoch Sacks Robert Jenrick from shadow cabinet over defection plot

Kemi Badenoch has sacked Robert Jenrick from the Shadow Cabinet, citing irrefutable evidence of a plot to defect in a damaging way to the Conservative Part Read More: https://punchng.com/video-badenoch-sacks-robert-jenrick-from-shadow-cabinet-over-defection-plot/

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54 m. ago Court Strikes Out FG’s Criminal Charges Against Natasha Akpoti

An Abuja High Court, on Thursday, struck out the criminal charges instituted by the Federal Government against the lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, effectively bringing to an end a high-profile legal battle that sparked national debate. Court records showed that the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation filed a Notice of Discontinuance, […] The post Court Strikes Out FG’s Criminal Charges Against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 m. ago Tinubu Approves Carbon Market Framework To Generate $3bn By 2030

President Bola Tinubu has approved the full implementation and operationalisation of Nigeria’s carbon market framework, a landmark policy projected to generate at least $3 billion annually by 2030. The approval was disclosed by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media via his official X handle, @DOlusegun, on Thursday, describing the move as a […]

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55 m. ago ‘Only Football Unites Nigeria’, Comedian Bovi Tasks Super Eagles Players On National Assignment

Popular Nigerian comedian, Bovi Ugboma, has said that football remains the only force capable of uniting Nigerians, as he reacted to the Super Eagles’ semi-final exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco on Wednesday night. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday, a day after Nigeria’s penalty […]

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61 m. ago Impeachment Move Agaisnt Fubara Uncertain As Rivers Assembly Fails To Reconvene

The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, failed to resume plenary on Thursday, a week after adjourning its last sitting. PUNCH Online reports that during its first sitting in 2026, held last Thursday, the House had commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, over alleged […] The post Impeachment Move Agaisnt Fubara Uncertain As Rivers Assembly Fails To Reconvene appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 m. ago ₦246bn NEDC Allocation Not For Salaries Alone, Budget Office Clarifies

The Budget Office of the Federation has dismissed claims that the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) was running a ₦246 billion salary-budget, describing the allegation as misleading and based on a misreading of Nigeria’s budgeting framework. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Budget Office clarified that the ₦246.77 billion reflected against the North-East Development Commission […]

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67 m. ago Actor In Movie ‘24’ Kiefer Sutherland Arrested Over Alleged Assault

Nollywood actor Kiefer Sutherland has been arrested following an alleged assault and threat against a ride-share driver in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department said the actor entered a ride-share vehicle shortly after midnight on Monday and physically assaulted the driver before making criminal threats during the encounter. According to the police, the incident […] The post Actor In Movie ‘24’ Kiefer Sutherland Arrested Over Alleged Assault appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 m. ago NITDA, US to strengthen partnership on data privacy, AI, cybersecurity

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) says it is committed to strengthening the Nigeria-U.S. partnership on data privacy, Artificial read more NITDA, US to strengthen partnership on data privacy, AI, cybersecurity

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83 m. ago Nigeria honours fallen heroes as Shettima, Akpabio lead Armed Forces Remembrance

Nigeria on Thursday paid solemn tribute to its fallen military heroes as top government officials, military chiefs and members of read more Nigeria honours fallen heroes as Shettima, Akpabio lead Armed Forces Remembrance

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91 m. ago Despite Semifinal Loss To Morocco, BUA Chairman Gifts Super Eagles $500,000

Billionaire businessman and chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, has hailed Super Eagles’ performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinals with the hosts Morocco, saying the Nigeria’s national team gave its all and showed true courage in the encounter. Taking to his verified social media handles late Wednesday night shortly after the […]

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98 m. ago NIS Introduces New Updates To Passport Tracking By Applicants

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has introduced an update to its passport tracking system, aimed at improving service delivery and keeping applicants better informed about the status of their passports. In a statement posted on its verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, the Service said the upgrade became necessary after observing that “hundreds of […]

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1 hour ago 2027 elections: Gambari urges stronger democracy, unity, security in Nigeria

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Nigeria’s foremost diplomat, Ibrahim Gambari, has said the country must strengthen democracy and good read more 2027 elections: Gambari urges stronger democracy, unity, security in Nigeria

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2 h. ago VIDEO: Poor officiating cost Nigeria AFCON final spot, says Austin Okon

A sports analyst claims poor AFCON officiating led to Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco, arguing it mentally unsettled the Super Eagles players. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-poor-officiating-cost-nigeria-afcon-final-spot-says-austin-okon-akpan/

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2 h. ago Nigeria hit 85% capital spending after 2024 budget extension – Edun

Nigeria’s capital spending reached 85% performance in the 2024 fiscal year after a budget extension, says Finance Minister Wale Edun. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-hit-85-capital-spending-after-2024-budget-extension-edun/

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2 h. ago VIDEO: Shettima, Akpabio, others release pigeons at Armed Forces Remembrance Day

VP Kashim Shettima leads dignitaries in releasing pigeons at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, a symbolic gesture for peace and unity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-shettima-akpabio-others-release-pigeons-at-armed-forces-remembrance-day/

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2 h. ago AFCON 2025: Peter Obi applauds gallant Super Eagles after semi

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has applauded the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their dogged display despite read more AFCON 2025: Peter Obi applauds gallant Super Eagles after semi-final exit

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3 h. ago Nigeria retains Africa’s oil king title as rivals stumble – Wood Mackenzie

…attracts $5.3bn Nigeria maintained its position as Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading destination for upstream oil and gas investment in 2025, attracting read more Nigeria retains Africa’s oil king title as rivals stumble – Wood Mackenzie

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3 h. ago Olam Agri leads Nigeria’s food industry in workforce impact for sixth consecutive year

Olam Agri in Nigeria has again been recognised as a top employer by the Top Employers Institute, marking the sixth read more Olam Agri leads Nigeria’s food industry in workforce impact for sixth consecutive year

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3 h. ago Nigeria exits acute economic crisis as NESG forecasts 5.5% growth

Nigeria has exited its acute economic crisis. The NESG forecasts 5.5% Nigeria economic growth by 2026 but warns of a critical 18-month policy window. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-exits-acute-economic-crisis-as-nesg-forecasts-5-5-growth/

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