3 d. ago FG Orders Free Installation Of 3.4m Smart Meters Nationwide, To Prosecute Officials Who Demand Money Before Service

The Federal Government has directed electricity distribution companies (DisCos) and meter installers to provide smart meters to electricity consumers free of charge, warning that any official found demanding payment will be prosecuted. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, gave the directive on Thursday, during an inspection of newly imported smart meters at APM Terminals, Apapa, Lagos. […] The post FG Orders Free Installation Of 3.4m Smart Meters Nationwide, To Prosecute Officials Who Demand Money Before Service appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Sachet Alcohol Ban: Distillers, Labour Unions Protest At NAFDAC Office In Lagos

Members of the Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria (DIBAN), on Wednesday, staged a protest at the Lagos office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) over the agency’s enforcement of a ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets. The protesters, joined by representatives of the […]

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4 d. ago NIS DG Inspects South West Zonal Office In Ogun, Commends Governor Abiodun

The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, expressed his satisfaction following an inspection of the Institute’s newly established South West Zonal Office at the Ogun State Tech Hub in Abeokuta. This inspection coincided with the launch of the Ogun Learning Enhancement and Academic Resource Network […]

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5 d. ago Court halts government order shutting TikTok’s Canada offices

A Canadian court has set aside a government order to shut down TikTok Canada’s offices, citing the need for a further national security review. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-halts-government-order-shutting-tiktoks-canada-offices/

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5 d. ago Morka vs Nwauju over impeachment: Publicity sec of APC faction in Rivers calls for resignation of national officer

The impeachment saga in Rivers State seems to open old wounds of loyalty crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state as the... read more Morka vs Nwauju over impeachment: Publicity sec of APC faction in Rivers calls for resignation of national officer

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5 d. ago Defence Corps Decorates 402 Officers, Arrests 162 Vandals, Illegal Miners

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has decorated 402 officers with their new ranks. This marks a major milestone for the personnel whose dedication and professionalism have continued to strengthen security in the nation’s capital. Addressing the newly promoted officers at the ceremony, the FCT Commandant, […]

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6 d. ago Act With Integrity To Build Investors’ Trust, Ojulari Urges National Oil Company Workers

The group chief executive officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has urged workers to act with integrity to strengthen trust with joint venture partners and investors. In his New Year message, “We Achieved. We Drive the Future,” Ojulari reviewed 2025 achievements, including 355,000 barrels per day production—the highest since […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria Urged To Emulate Morocco’s Investment In Sporting Infrastructure

Nigeria has the potential to become a leading sports destination if all stakeholders work collaboratively, according to Comrade Philip Shaibu, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS). Shaibu made the assertion in Rabat, Morocco, following Nigeria’s 4-2 penalty loss to the host nation in the Africa Cup of Nations […]

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1 week ago AFCON: Instagram Account Of Ghanaian Referee Taken Down After Backlash From Nigerians Over Loss To Morocco

Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea’s Instagram account has been taken down following criticism from Nigerians over his officiating in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals match against Morocco. The match, held at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, on Wednesday, ended 0–0 after extra time, with Morocco prevailing 4–2 in the […] The post AFCON: Instagram Account Of Ghanaian Referee Taken Down After Backlash From Nigerians Over Loss To Morocco appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week ago AFCON: Super Eagles Confident Ahead Of Morocco Clash Amidst Refereeing Fears

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to allay widespread fears among Nigerian supporters regarding potential biased officiating in Wednesday night’s highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final against host nation Morocco. NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), firmly dismissed suggestions that the match officials might unfairly favour the Atlas Lions in Rabat. […]

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1 week ago Pamodzi Warns Airtel Over Alleged Super Eagles Ambush Marketing

Pamodzi Sports Marketing Company, the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) marketing partner, has issued a warning to Airtel Nigeria, urging them to cease ambushing the exclusive sponsorship rights held by MTN Nigeria. MTN Nigeria serves as the official communications partner and sponsor of the NFF and all Nigerian national football teams. This agreement grants MTN sole […]

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago AFCON 2025: Tinubu Applauds ‘Brilliant Eagles’ After Victory Against Algeria

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles following their 2–0 victory over Algeria at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco on Saturday. Reacting via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, the President described the team’s display as “brilliant” and “inspiring,” while assuring the players of the nation’s full […]

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2 w. ago AFCON Q/Final: CAF Appoints New Referee For Nigeria, Algeria Clash

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Senegalese referee Issa Sy to officiate Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final clash between Nigeria and Algeria in Marrakech. CAF had earlier named Omar Artan for the encounter but later withdrew the appointment amid rising concerns over officiating decisions at the tournament. Sy is familiar […]

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2 w. ago Kwara Ranks First In Livestock Project Performance Assessment

Kwara State has emerged as the top-ranked state in the final performance assessment of the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) among the 20 participating states across the country. The ranking followed an independent assessment conducted by the National Coordination Office (NCO) in collaboration with the World Bank, as documented in the L-PRES project […]

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2 w. ago AFCON 2025: Ndidi Pledges To Settle Super Eagles’ Unpaid Bonuses If Government Delay Persists

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has pledged to cover the unpaid match bonuses of his teammates and officials at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco, should the Federal Government failed to release the payments before Saturday’s quarter-final clash against Algeria. This was disclosed via an X post on Thursday by […]

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2 w. ago ‘After Bandit Attack On Old Oyo National Park Office, No Police Presence In Town,’ Alao

A member of the House of Representatives representing Ogbomoso North, South and Oriire federal constituency of Oyo State, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala, has raised serious security concerns following a deadly bandit attack on a Nigerian National Park Service (NPS) office in Oloka village, Oriire LGA on Tuesday, which claimed the lives of five forest guards. In […]

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2 w. ago Kwara tops national livestock project performance assessment

Kwara State has emerged as the top-ranked state in the final performance assessment of the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project among the 20 participating states nationwide. The ranking followed an independent assessment conducted by the National Coordination Office in collaboration with the World Bank, as documented in the L-PRES Project States Performance Assessment and Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-tops-national-livestock-project-performance-assessment/

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2 w. ago Oyo CP deploys teams to track killers of five national park staff

Gunmen killed five National Park Service personnel in an attack on their office in Oyo State. Police have deployed teams to track the perpetrators. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-cp-deploys-teams-to-track-killers-of-five-national-park-staff/

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