2 h. ago Anglican Church Condemns Priest’s Murder, Demands Release Of Wife, Daughter

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has expressed anguish and outrage following the gruesome murder of Venerable Edwin Achi, a priest at the Diocese of Kaduna, after a month in captivity. In a statement released on Saturday, the Primate of the Church, The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, condemned the killing as a “senseless act of […]

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2 h. ago Shettima, Atiku, Governors, Others Attend Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s Funeral Funeral

Thousands of Muslims from across Nigeria and several African countries were in Bauchi yesterday for the funeral of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 98. The funeral prayer held at the Filin Idi (Eid Ground) in Bauchi at 4:30pm was led by the deceased’s longtime […]

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3 h. ago All FCT Sport Association Appoint Okolo As Chief Coordinator

All Federal Capital Territory Sports Association (AFSA), has appointed Dr.Jim Chimezie Okolo as Chief Coordinator,a decision that marks a turning point in the drive to strengthen sports development in the FCT. The appointment was endorsed by HRM, Eze Sir Ifeanyi Eke, President of AFSA, and Mr. Agbor Clinton Ayuk, Director-General of AFSA, who entrusted him […]

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4 h. ago Uzee Usman honoured internationally as Nollywood’s peace advocate

Usman Adeyemi, a Nollywood actor, filmmaker, and entertainment entrepreneur popularly known as Uzee Usman, is gaining renewed international visibility as read more Uzee Usman honoured internationally as Nollywood’s peace advocate

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7 h. ago Detty Fusion: Access Bank, Lagos State partner to revolutionise festive season experience

Access Bank PLC has partnered with the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture to unveil the Detty Fusion read more Detty Fusion: Access Bank, Lagos State partner to revolutionise festive season experience

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8 h. ago Filmhouse Group, Café One lead conversation on evolving masculinity

Filmhouse Group, West Africa’s leading film and entertainment company, partnered with Café One, the best coworking space and coffee shop read more Filmhouse Group, Café One lead conversation on evolving masculinity

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15 h. ago Late Dahiru Bauchi Was A Colossus, Symbol Of Inclusive Islam — VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged emerging Islamic scholars across Nigeria and Africa to preserve and propagate the enduring message of tolerance, dialogue, and inclusivity exemplified by the late renowned Islamic cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. He specifically said that the late Tijjaniyya leader’s commitment to dialogue and inclusivity represented the true heritage of Islam […]

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22 h. ago Kano govt trains health workers in hypertension, diabetes care

Kano State Ministry of Health has commenced a large-scale training programme for healthcare workers from

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22 h. ago NESREA, Ogun govt shut six recycling plants for environmental breaches

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), working with the Ogun State Ministry of Environment, has closed six read more NESREA, Ogun govt shut six recycling plants for environmental breaches

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22 h. ago Shettima, Atiku, others arrive in Bauchi for Sheikh Dahiru’s burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Bauchi for the burial of renowned Islamic scholar, the late Sheikh Dahiru Usman read more Shettima, Atiku, others arrive in Bauchi for Sheikh Dahiru’s burial

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23 h. ago PICTORIAL: Shettima, Ribadu Arrive Bauchi For Sheikh Dahiru’s Burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima and National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on Friday arrived in Bauchi for the burial of the late renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Shettima and Ribadu landed at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport at about 1:35pm, where they were received by the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, […]

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24 h. ago Rivers househelp stabs employer’s daughter to death, takes own life

A househelp in Rivers State allegedly kills her employer’s 7-year-old daughter before taking her own life. Police are now investigating the murder-suicide. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-househelp-stabs-employers-daughter-to-death-takes-own-life/

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25 h. ago Coastal Highway: Federal Government Begins Payment Of Compensation To Cross River Land Owners

The Federal Government has commenced paying compensation to property owners and farmers affected by the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project in Cross River State. The Federal Comptroller of Works in Cross River State, Engr. Yinka Onafuye, who disclosed this, said between 700 to 1,000 affected persons have been captured for payment based on valuations carried out […]

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25 h. ago FG begins direct compensation for Lagos–Calabar Coastal highway in Cross River

The Federal Government has begun direct compensation payments to property owners and farmers affected by the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway project in Cross River State.

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26 h. ago AFCON 2025 Official Album To Feature Burna Boy, Other Global Stars

The official music album for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is set for release, with Grammy-winning Nigerian artiste Burna Boy joining a lineup of international stars on the project produced by RedOne. Renowned producer RedOne is leading the highly anticipated album, which will unite top global musicians in celebration of Africa’s premier football tournament. […] The post AFCON 2025 Official Album To Feature Burna Boy, Other Global Stars appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Insecurity: Governor Ododo Declares Tough Security Measures In Kogi 

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has unveiled a comprehensive and far-reaching security blueprint to address the rising insecurity in the state. Governor Ododo also assured traditional rulers, security agencies, and community leaders that the state will not bow to criminal intimidation. The governor stated these at the Kogi State Peace and Security Council Meeting […]

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30 h. ago Labour Minister launches 1Gov ECMS, says digitalisation will drive efficiency, accountability

The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, on Thursday launched the 1Government Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS), declaring the Ministry’s transition to the 1Gov Cloud as a decisive leap toward a fully digital, automation-driven and data-centric public service. Unveiling the platform in Abuja, Dingiyari said the adoption of the 1Gov ECMS introduces a […]

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30 h. ago International Airshow Debuts In Nigeria As Arik Air Sets To Exhibit

Arik Air will be among the key exhibitors at the inaugural Nigeria International Airshow scheduled to take place from December 2 – 4, 2025 in Abuja. The Nigeria International Airshow, an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, is designed to position aviation as a major catalyst for economic growth across Africa. […]

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31 h. ago Edo Assembly Invites Obaseki, Ihenacho, Others Over Disputed Museum Project

The Edo State House of Assembly’s Ad-Hoc Committee, constituted to investigate the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) and the Radisson Hotel has invited former Governor Godwin Obaseki and MOWAA’s director, Philip Iheanacho, for questioning. Obaseki is also expected to give insights into the funding of the Radisson Hotel. Other persons invited by the committee […]

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31 h. ago Circular Road: Makinde Reassures On Adequate Compensation Before Demolition

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has said all issues relating to the construction of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road project, including compensation, setbacks and development of the corridor, will be resolved before the expiration of his administration in 2027. The governor, during the lengthy engagement with landowners, listened to their representatives, noting that his […]

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